5 h. ago NBS To Release Two December Inflation Figures Amid CPI Spike Concerns

Citing sources within the bureau, the inflation data, scheduled for release on January 15, are projected to show an “artificially spiked” inflation rate of 31.2% for December, compared with 14.5% recorded in November. The post NBS To Release Two December Inflation Figures Amid CPI Spike Concerns appeared first on Channels Television.

Economics

6 h. ago Ministry, DSS Intercept Trucks Allegedly Transporting Illegally Mined Lithium In Kwara

The Zonal Mine Officer for the South-West, Engineer Ganiyu Ajibade, revealed that the crackdown followed credible intelligence received on Thursday, 8th January 2026. The post Ministry, DSS Intercept Trucks Allegedly Transporting Illegally Mined Lithium In Kwara appeared first on Channels Television.

Events

8 h. ago Nigeria’s biggest companies double down on assets as inflation, FX risks bite

Nigeria’s largest listed companies are spending heavily on property, plant and equipment (PPE), underscoring a strategic push to defend operations read more Nigeria’s biggest companies double down on assets as inflation, FX risks bite

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11 h. ago Feed Crisis Forces Poultry Farmers To Use Local Alternatives

Poultry farmers in Nigeria are turning to local feed alternatives as persistently high feed costs, weak consumer purchasing power, and rising production expenses continue to threaten the sector’s survival, raising fresh concerns over food security and protein affordability. Poultry production remains one of Nigeria’s major sources of animal protein and provides livelihoods for thousands of […]

Politics

19 h. ago NBS’s December inflation adjustment sparks credibility concerns

Nigeria’s NBS plans an inflation adjustment for December data due to a CPI rebasing, sparking credibility concerns among economists over data manipulation. Read More: https://punchng.com/nbss-december-inflation-adjustment-sparks-credibility-concerns/

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22 h. ago NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to recall of Mivacron, Nimbex injections

NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to a recall of Mivacron and Nimbex injections due to safety concerns flagged by the manufacturer. Find out the affected batches. Read More: https://punchng.com/nafdac-alerts-nigerians-to-recall-of-mivacron-nimbex-injections/

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24 h. ago NBS projects artificial inflation spike ahead December data release 

Nigeria’s December 2025 inflation figures have been projected to experience an artificial spike due to a technical base effect. The read more NBS projects artificial inflation spike ahead December data release 

Economics

25 h. ago Agbakoba Demands Immediate Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Healthcare System

The senior lawyer expressed grave concern about the recurring incidents of absolutely preventable deaths resulting from medical negligence. The post Agbakoba Demands Immediate Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Healthcare System appeared first on Channels Television.

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28 h. ago NDLEA seizes 134.48kg of illicit drugs, arrests 157 suspects in Ebonyi

The NDLEA in Ebonyi arrested 157 suspects and seized 134.48kg of illicit drugs, including cannabis and methamphetamine, between October and December. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-seizes-134-48kg-of-illicit-drugs-arrests-157-suspects-in-ebonyi/

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29 h. ago NBS to ‘normalise’ December inflation data over projected spike

Nigeria’s National Bureau of Statistics will ‘normalise’ December 2025 inflation data to correct an artificial spike caused by recent CPI rebasing. Read More: https://punchng.com/nbs-to-normalise-december-inflation-data-over-projected-spike/

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31 h. ago VIDEO: Edo community leader raises the alarm over rising kidnappings

A community leader in Edo State raises concerns over the high rate of kidnappings in Esanland, citing growing insecurity and strained police-community rela Read More: https://punchng.com/video-edo-community-leader-raises-alarm-over-rising-kidnappings/

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32 h. ago Boko Haram Demands $300,000 Ransom For Abducted Vice Chairman, Another

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have demanded $300,000 for the release of two persons abducted in December while on their way from Miringa in Biu to Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. In a video circulating online, the two abductees were appealing for urgent intervention, saying that their captors are demanding a substantial ransom. One of the […]

Politics

35 h. ago Eterna Plc Commences ₦21.52bn Rights Issue To Drive Expansion, Strengthen Balance Sheet

The formal signing ceremony for the Rights Issue was held on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, following shareholders' approval at the Annual General Meeting on July 24, 2025. The post Eterna Plc Commences ₦21.52bn Rights Issue To Drive Expansion, Strengthen Balance Sheet appeared first on Channels Television.

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35 h. ago Asian Equities Edge Up, Dollar Slides As US Fed Reserve Subpoenaed

It came on the heels of Friday's soft US jobs report showing just 50,000 new positions in December and unemployment slipping to 4.4 per cent. The post Asian Equities Edge Up, Dollar Slides As US Fed Reserve Subpoenaed appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

38 h. ago Experts Highlight Anaesthetist Shortage As Chimamanda’s Lawyers Give Hospital Ultimatum Over Son’s Death

The Nigerian Society of Anaesthetists (NSA) has called for a thorough, unbiased investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a toddler during a medical procedure at Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital in Lagos. The incident, which has sparked widespread public concern following allegations by the family of the late child, has drawn renewed attention to the […]

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42 h. ago ‘Affordability crisis, inflation hindered real estate in 2025’

Explore the state of Nigeria real estate in 2025. Rising inflation, high construction costs, and a worsening affordability crisis hindered the housing mark Read More: https://punchng.com/affordability-crisis-inflation-hindered-real-estate-in-2025/

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44 h. ago Security Checkpoints Causing Gridlock On Nigerian Roads — Peter Obi

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over what he described as the growing danger posed by poorly positioned security checkpoints across Nigeria, warning that they were contributing significantly to traffic gridlock and endangering lives. Obi disclosed on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday that during the recent festive season, he […]

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46 h. ago VIDEO: I will never date a Nigerian again, says Peller after breakup

TikToker Peller sparks debate after declaring he will no longer date Nigerian women following his public breakup with content creator Jarvis. See why. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-i-will-never-date-a-nigerian-again-says-peller-after-breakup/

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56 h. ago Uvuru erupts in colourful celebration as Ezeoha III’s coronation becomes carnival

What was carefully planned as a coronation blossomed into a full-blooded carnival of culture, memory, and promise. On December 27, read more Uvuru erupts in colourful celebration as Ezeoha III’s coronation becomes carnival

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59 h. ago Defection plot sparks crack within Kwankwasiyya Movement in Kano

…Gov Yusuf fighting for his political future – Analyst A major political tension is brewing within the Kwankwasiyya Movement as read more Defection plot sparks crack within Kwankwasiyya Movement in Kano

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