2 h. ago NSCDC to regulate scrap dealers, crackdown on vandalism in Edo

The NSCDC in Edo State announces plans to regulate scrap dealers starting in 2026 to combat the vandalism of critical national assets and infrastructure. Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-to-regulate-scrap-dealers-crackdown-on-vandalism-in-edo/

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3 h. ago PDP labels Tinubu’s 2026 budget as ‘consolidated renewed sufferings’

The PDP slams Tinubu’s 2026 budget, calling it a plan for ‘renewed sufferings.’ Learn why the opposition party criticizes the economic claims and fiscal po Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-labels-tinubus-2026-budget-as-consolidated-renewed-sufferings/

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4 h. ago Ogun, institute integrate cancer screening into family planning services

Ogun State is integrating cancer screening into family planning services to improve early detection of breast and cervical cancer among women. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-institute-integrate-cancer-screening-into-family-planning-services/

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6 h. ago UK: Woman, lover jailed for plotting armed attack on husband

A woman, Ethel Mills, and her lover, Geraint Berry, have been jailed for 19 years each after they were convicted of plotting an armed attack on her husband at

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7 h. ago FG slams ban on mineral processing in residential areas to curb health risks

In a decisive move to protect public health and the environment, Nigeria has imposed a ban on mineral processing plants read more FG slams ban on mineral processing in residential areas to curb health risks

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8 h. ago Security, health top priorities as Tinubu proposes ₦58.47trn 2026 budget

President Bola Tinubu on Friday placed security, health and human capital development at the centre of Nigeria’s 2026 fiscal plan, read more Security, health top priorities as Tinubu proposes ₦58.47trn 2026 budget

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10 h. ago Tinubu seeks N’Assembly’s nod to extend 2025 budget to 2026

President Tinubu asks the National Assembly to approve a 2025 budget extension to March 2026 to end overlapping budget cycles and improve fiscal planning. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-seeks-nassemblys-nod-to-extend-2025-budget-to-2026/

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14 h. ago UNFPA backs Bauchi’s N4.38bn child spacing plan, projects N10bn returns

"We call on the state government and stakeholders to utilise it as an advocacy tool to achieve the health outcomes...

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16 h. ago EU agrees €90bn loan for Ukraine, shelves use of Russian assets

EU leaders approve a crucial €90bn loan for Ukraine, providing a financial lifeline for the next two years, but shelve plans to use frozen Russian assets. Read More: https://punchng.com/eu-agrees-e90bn-loan-for-ukraine-shelves-use-of-russian-assets/

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16 h. ago IPMAN eyes refinery ownership, orders members to buy Dangote fuel

IPMAN directs its members to buy fuel from the Dangote Refinery to boost domestic supply and plans to venture into refinery ownership in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ipman-eyes-refinery-ownership-orders-members-to-buy-dangote-fuel/

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24 h. ago PDP crisis: Wike bloc dissolves state excos, fixes congresses

The PDP crisis deepens as the Nyesom Wike-backed faction dissolves executives in 14 states and plans new congresses, asserting its legitimacy. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-crisis-wike-bloc-dissolves-state-excos-fixes-congresses/

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27 h. ago APC chairman says mass defections proof of party’s national appeal

APC National Chairman highlights the party’s growing national appeal, citing high-profile defections, a new e-registration drive, and expansion plans. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-chairman-says-mass-defections-proof-of-partys-national-appeal/

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28 h. ago Nigeria’s telcos shift to fibre sharing as rising costs reshape expansion plans

Nigeria’s mobile network operators are increasingly turning to fibre and Radio Access Network (RAN) sharing as rising foreign exchange (FX) read more Nigeria’s telcos shift to fibre sharing as rising costs reshape expansion plans

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30 h. ago Nigeria’s infrastructure bet chokes as debt trap, weak revenue crush N10.8trn capital budget 

The federal government is struggling to turn its ambitious budget plans into real infrastructure spending, recording a steep 73.7 percent read more Nigeria’s infrastructure bet chokes as debt trap, weak revenue crush N10.8trn capital budget 

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33 h. ago NOA to deploy 774 LG officers, 16 platforms to sensitise Nigerians on new tax laws

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has announced plans to use its 16 communication platforms and offices across all 774 local read more NOA to deploy 774 LG officers, 16 platforms to sensitise Nigerians on new tax laws

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35 h. ago Yuletide: Aiyedatiwa’s wife charges parents on child care, education

"Our governor places great emphasis on children’s education, and as mothers, we must ensure our children are educated...

Society

35 h. ago VIDEO: American husband laments as new travel restrictions bar Nigerian wife

An American content creator laments as new US travel restrictions prevent his Nigerian wife from entering the country, highlighting a sudden legal deadlock Read More: https://punchng.com/video-american-husband-laments-as-new-travel-restrictions-bar-nigerian-wife/

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36 h. ago Lasaco Assurance plans to triple share capital with N25bn raise

Lasaco Assurance Plc said it is planning to triple its capital base as shareholders approve the raising of N25 billion read more Lasaco Assurance plans to triple share capital with N25bn raise

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39 h. ago CITAD flags gender, environmental gaps in Nigeria’s 2023 digital economy plan

“If left unchanged, this approach risks widening Nigeria’s digital gender divide and excluding millions of women....

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40 h. ago UK Foundation Supports 194,054 Pupils To Improve Learning Outcomes In Jigawa

The Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE), a UK-funded project, has supported 194,054 pupils to improve learning skills and foundational learning outcomes in Jigawa State. The project, which commenced three years ago, has so far recorded significant achievements in enhancing teaching and learning outcomes above the state average. Speaking at a stakeholder meeting […]

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