2 h. ago Fatima Aliyu: Proving the power of partnership in governance

IN Sokoto State, Dr. Fatima Aliyu, wife of Governor Ahmed Aliyu and First Lady, has shown that governance is most effective when built on teamwork. Through supportive leadership grounded in empathy and public service, she exemplifies how strong partnerships can reinforce policy outcomes and bring government closer to the people. Through her dedication and hard […]

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8 h. ago PDP crisis: Wike group dissolves party structures, set for fresh registration

The crisis rocking the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) took a new turn on Thursday as a faction loyal read more PDP crisis: Wike group dissolves party structures, set for fresh registration

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9 h. ago APC Gives Ultimatum For Compulsory Electronic Membership Registration

Yelwata said the activation of electronic membership registration system, which had already started, would enhance transparency, data integrity and internal democracy. The post APC Gives Ultimatum For Compulsory Electronic Membership Registration appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 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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13 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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13 h. ago Kwara Assembly suspends lawmaker for secretly recording closed

The Kwara State House of Assembly has suspended lawmaker Saba Gideon for three months after he secretly recorded and shared audio from a closed-door meetin Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-assembly-suspends-lawmaker-for-secretly-recording-closed-door-meeting/

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13 h. ago NAFDAC destroys 618 tonnes of fake, expired products worth ₦10.19bn in Kano

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has destroyed about 618 tonnes of fake, counterfeit, substandard read more NAFDAC destroys 618 tonnes of fake, expired products worth ₦10.19bn in Kano

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15 h. ago NAFDAC destroys over N10bn worth of fake drugs, products in Kano

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Thursday destroyed no fewer than 618 tonnes of fake, counterfeit,

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15 h. ago NEMA activates Benin operations office after tanker fire in Edo

The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs Zubaida Umar, has approved the activation of the NEMA Benin Operations Office to promptly coordinate response efforts following a tanker fire incident along the Auchi–Jattu Road in Auchi, Edo State.

Events

16 h. ago Global coal demand hit record high this year but set to decline by 2030, IEA says

Global coal demand reached a record high in 2025 but is expected to decline by 2030 as renewables, nuclear power read more Global coal demand hit record high this year but set to decline by 2030, IEA says

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18 h. ago FG, IFAD excited as Nasarawa rice, cassava farmers record bumper harvest

Nasarawa farmers record a bumper harvest of rice and cassava through a FGN/IFAD program, boosting yields and improving livelihoods in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-ifad-excited-as-nasarawa-rice-cassava-farmers-record-bumper-harvest/

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18 h. ago Ogbori Elemoso remake: Firm denies Nollywood veteran Paimo’s copyright claim

Fewchore Studios refutes veteran actor Lere Paimo’s copyright infringement claims over the Ogbori Elemoso remake, calling it an original historical product Read More: https://punchng.com/ogbori-elemoso-remake-firm-denies-nollywood-veteran-paimos-copyright-claim/

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18 h. ago Police record crime reduction, rescue 35 kidnap victims in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has recorded a significant reduction in violent crimes, including kidnapping, armed robbery and cult-related activities read more Police record crime reduction, rescue 35 kidnap victims in Anambra

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21 h. ago Content creator Carter Efe tops Africa’s Twitch chart after Davido livestream

Nigerian content creator Carter Efe becomes Africa’s most-followed streamer on Twitch after a record-breaking livestream with superstar Davido. Read More: https://punchng.com/content-creator-carter-efe-tops-africas-twitch-chart-after-davido-livestream/

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22 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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35 h. ago SMEDAN plans one million business formalisation, $12bn funding boost in 2026

Discover SMEDAN’s 2026 agenda to formalize 1 million businesses and provide a $12bn funding boost to empower Nigeria’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Read More: https://punchng.com/smedan-plans-one-million-business-formalisation-12bn-funding-boost-in-2026/

Economics

36 h. ago Kano: 159,669 eligible voters registered as INEC concludes first CVR phase

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Kano State has registered a total of 159,669 eligible voters during the first phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise.

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39 h. ago Insecurity: NLC suspends street protest in Sokoto, opts for prayers

The Sokoto NLC has suspended its planned street protest over worsening insecurity. Learn why the union chose special prayers as its response to the crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-nlc-suspends-street-protest-in-sokoto-opts-for-prayers/

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39 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Winners to pocket $50m as FIFA targets $13bn revenue

World football’s governing body, FIFA, has announced record prize money for the 2026 World Cup, representing a 50 per cent read more 2026 World Cup: Winners to pocket $50m as FIFA targets $13bn revenue

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41 h. ago Lekki Port hits 50% capacity as cargo throughput volume rises

Lekki Deep Sea Port is operating at close to half of its installed capacity, recording steady month-on-month growth in container throughput since September...

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