2 h. ago Anambra masquerader in police net for assaulting residents during festival

Police in Anambra State have arrested a masquerader after viral videos showed him violently assaulting residents during a festival in Awgbu. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-masquerader-in-police-net-for-assaulting-residents-during-festival/

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8 h. ago BREAKING: US Suspends Visa Processing For Nigerian Applicants, 74 Others

The United States government has announced the suspension of visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Nigeria, effective January 21, 2026. The directive was outlined in a memo from the US State Department obtained on Wednesday. The policy instructed US Embassies and Consulates to refuse visa applications from nationals of the affected countries under […]

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8 h. ago US suspends immigrant visa processing for Ghana, Somalia, 73 other countries — White House

The White House announced a suspension of immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including Ghana and Somalia. Learn more about this policy change. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-suspends-immigrant-visa-processing-for-ghana-somalia-73-other-countries-white-house/

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11 h. ago ‘Save Your Life First, Don’t Fight Criminals’, Police Advise Nigerians

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has urged Nigerians to prioritise their safety and avoid confrontations with criminals during attacks, emphasising that life preservation should come before any attempt to resist or fight back. The Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, gave the advice on Tuesday during an interview on Channels Television’s current affairs […]

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12 h. ago Fundamental Rights Suit: Court Adjourns Sowore’s ₦1.2bn Suit Against IGP Egbetokun, Others

Sowore had sued the IGP and others over his arrest, detention, and arraignment by the police in Abuja. The post Fundamental Rights Suit: Court Adjourns Sowore’s ₦1.2bn Suit Against IGP Egbetokun, Others appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago I Receive Death Threats For Fixing Nigeria’s Broken Tax System — Oyedele

The chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has said that he has received threats to his life for driving Nigeria’s ongoing tax reform agenda. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday at a governance colloquium held to mark the 50th birthday of the Special Adviser to the President on Policy […]

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14 h. ago Don’t fight criminals, save your life first, police advise Nigerians

Nigerian Police advise citizens not to fight back against criminals. Learn crucial police safety advice on how to act in dangerous situations to save your Read More: https://punchng.com/dont-fight-criminals-save-your-life-first-police-advise-nigerians/

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18 h. ago FG to include farmers in policy for food security – Official

Nigeria’s government is involving farmers in policy to boost food security. Learn about the new AGROW initiative and its market-oriented approach to agricu Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-to-include-farmers-in-policy-for-food-security-official/

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19 h. ago Police to shelve investigation into UK abandoned babies mystery

Police are set to shelve the investigation into the UK abandoned babies mystery, involving three siblings found in London despite a shocking DNA link. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-to-shelve-investigation-into-uk-abandoned-babies-mystery/

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24 h. ago Ekpoma violence: Edo alleges foreign sponsorship, Natasha urges students’ release

The Edo State government alleges foreign sponsorship for the Ekpoma violence, while Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan urges the release of detained students. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekpoma-violence-edo-alleges-foreign-sponsorship-natasha-urges-students-release/

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26 h. ago Oyebamiji petition: Adeleke’s aide hid for two weeks, say police

Osun police dismiss claims of illegally detaining Governor Adeleke’s aide, stating he was arrested after hiding for two weeks over a defamation petition. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebamiji-petition-adelekes-aide-hid-for-two-weeks-say-police/

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29 h. ago VIDEO: Youth advocate Mama Pee slams govt, police over remand of 52 Edo protesters

Youth advocate Mama Pee condemns the remand of 52 Edo protesters, urging the government to address rising insecurity instead of punishing students. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-youth-advocate-mama-pee-slams-govt-police-over-remand-of-52-edo-protesters/

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30 h. ago Security Operatives Rescued 309 Hostages, Killed 55 Terrorists In Kogi, Kwara — Police

The police PRO said no casualties were recorded among security operatives during the operation. The post Security Operatives Rescued 309 Hostages, Killed 55 Terrorists In Kogi, Kwara — Police appeared first on Channels Television.

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31 h. ago Police Won’t Disclose Details Of US Strikes In Nigeria, Says Hundeyin

On December 25, 2025, the US launched strikes against terrorists in Sokoto, which led to the killing of “multiple ISIS terrorists”.  The post Police Won’t Disclose Details Of US Strikes In Nigeria, Says Hundeyin appeared first on Channels Television.

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31 h. ago Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, who were on Monday remanded in prison custody by a court. The students were arrested while protesting against the rising cases of kidnapping and abduction in Ekpoma and environs. The National […] The post Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has said that for reforms to be read more Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

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33 h. ago Police Arrest Three Suspects With Explosive Materials In Katsina

About 7,500 electric detonators and 30½ bags of gelatine weighing 2,273.65 kg were recovered from the suspects. The post Police Arrest Three Suspects With Explosive Materials In Katsina appeared first on Channels Television.

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34 h. ago FG unveils Lagos gold refinery, pushes $600m lithium plant launch

Nigeria’s government announces the launch of a new high-purity Lagos gold refinery and a $600m lithium plant, boosting its value-addition mining policy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-lagos-gold-refinery-pushes-600m-lithium-plant-launch/

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37 h. ago HURIWA rallies CSOs behind EFCC as court seizes 57 properties linked to Malami

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has mobilised civil society organisations across the country to throw their weight behind read more HURIWA rallies CSOs behind EFCC as court seizes 57 properties linked to Malami

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40 h. ago Okpebholo promises to rebuild burnt shops at Edo police station 

Edo Governor Okpebholo visited the burnt shops at Ekpoma police station, promising swift reconstruction and support for affected traders amid rising insecu Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-promises-to-rebuild-burnt-shops-at-edo-police-station/

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