2 h. ago Yuletide: Police beef up security with 2,231 officers in Nasarawa

Nasarawa State Police Command boosts Yuletide security by deploying 2,231 officers to ensure safety of lives and property during the festive season. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-police-beef-up-security-with-2231-officers-in-nasarawa/

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5 h. ago UPDATED: 5 Die, 35 Injured In Borno Mosque Bomb Blast As Zulum Condemns Suicide Attack

  Five persons have been confirmed dead, while 35 others sustained varying degrees of injuries when a teen suicide bomber detonated the bomb strapped on his body in the midst of worshippers at a mosque in Ngamboru Market, Maiduguri, during evening prayers on Wednesday. An eyewitness, on the condition of anonymity, said the blast occurred […]

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11 h. ago No bank debits for tax defaults without court rulings – Oyedele

Nigerian tax authorities cannot make bank debits for tax defaults without a full judicial process, says Taiwo Oyedele. Learn about the legal steps. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-bank-debits-for-tax-defaults-without-court-rulings-oyedele/

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13 h. ago Mining: Experts urge host communities’ inclusion to curb conflict

Learn how integrating local communities can resolve the mining conflict in Nigeria. Experts say this strategy is vital for peace in mineral-rich regions. Read More: https://punchng.com/mining-experts-urge-host-communities-inclusion-to-curb-conflict/

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14 h. ago Senator Sabi Abdullahi hails Tinubu over release of kidnapped Niger school pupils, staff

Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the read more Senator Sabi Abdullahi hails Tinubu over release of kidnapped Niger school pupils, staff

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15 h. ago Christmas: CDS congratulates Nigerians, pledges better welfare for troops

Read the Chief of Defence Staff’s Christmas message, pledging improved troops welfare, enhanced healthcare, and better living conditions for personnel. Read More: https://punchng.com/christmas-cds-congratulates-nigerians-pledges-better-welfare-for-troops/

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15 h. ago Yuletide: Police deploy officers, intensify patrols across Kwara

Kwara State Police Command boosts yuletide security in Kwara with intensive patrols and officer deployment to ensure a safe Christmas and New Year. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-police-deploy-officers-intensify-patrols-across-kwara/

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16 h. ago China–Nigeria cooperation records strong gains in 2025 – Consul General

China-Nigeria cooperation yielded significant achievements in 2025, with bilateral trade exceeding $22.3B. Learn about gains in politics and economics. Read More: https://punchng.com/china-nigeria-cooperation-records-strong-gains-in-2025-consul-general/

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17 h. ago UNN appoints Chimamanda Adichie, others as visiting professors

UNN appoints Chimamanda Adichie, Kevin Urama, and James Robinson as new visiting professors to boost its global academic standing and excellence. Read More: https://punchng.com/unn-appoints-chimamanda-adichie-others-as-visiting-professors/

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17 h. ago Party Condemns Alleged Assault On Councillor By Governor’s Aide

All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State has condemned an assault involving an aide of Gombe State governor attached to the Office of the Chief of Staff and a serving councillor in a viral video that sparked public outrage. LEADERSHIP learned that civil society organisations (CSOs), including Amnesty International, Gombe State Network of Civil Society […]

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18 h. ago Grace Ike’s NUJ Leadership Distributes 600 Bags Of Rice To Abuja Journalists

Abuja journalists are celebrating this Christmas with a significant boost to their welfare, thanks to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council. Under the leadership of Comrade Grace Ike, the council has distributed over 600 bags of rice to its members in Abuja, a gesture aimed at alleviating economic pressures and […]

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19 h. ago 2026: Cut Debt, Boost Agric, Power To Meet Growth Targets, Lagos Chamber Of Commerce Urges Tinubu

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called on the federal government to slash debt servicing costs, boost the agriculture and power sectors, and prioritise growth drivers to unlock Nigeria’s 2026 economic potential. The chamber identified key sectors tipped to drive Nigeria’s economic growth in 2026 to include agriculture and agro-processing, manufacturing, infrastructure, […]

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19 h. ago Nigerian Content Board Empowers 70 With Vocational Skills, Starter Packs

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has sponsored the training and provided business starter packs for 70 young people across two vocational skills in Lagos. The beneficiaries were trained in eco-packaging, paper bag making, and fashion design under a skills acquisition and youth empowerment programme sponsored by the NCDMB, an agency of the […]

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21 h. ago Gov Inuwa Yahaya Targets Over 500 Beneficiaries With Direct School Renovation Contracts

In furtherance of his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance and grassroots empowerment, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has awarded direct contracts to over 150 indigenes of Gombe State for the renovation and construction of critical facilities in public schools across the state. The contracts, which span all 11 local government areas, were formally presented to […]

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22 h. ago Why tax laws implementation must take off January 1 – Oyedele

Learn why delaying Nigeria’s new tax laws beyond Jan 1, 2026, could lead to overtaxed workers and multiple taxes for businesses, says Taiwo Oyedele. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-tax-laws-implementation-must-take-off-january-1-oyedele/

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22 h. ago The macro ties that bind gold and oil with the global economy

Discover how the gold and oil economy provides a roadmap for 2026. Learn about key market drivers, from central bank policy to supply chain tensions. Read More: https://punchng.com/the-macro-ties-that-bind-gold-and-oil-with-the-global-economy/

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25 h. ago Cost of Christmas menu drops 18% in rare boost for households

Nigerian households are paying less this year for their Christmas menu compared to 2024. BusinessDay’s analysis shows that the average read more Cost of Christmas menu drops 18% in rare boost for households

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26 h. ago Lack of digital procurement threatens Africa free trade – Kuraway CEO

Manual procurement and poor logistics threaten the AfCFTA. Learn how digital procurement in Africa can overcome these barriers to boost trade and efficienc Read More: https://punchng.com/lack-of-digital-procurement-threatens-africa-free-trade-kuraway-ceo/

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27 h. ago Oil resumption: FG delegation inspects dormant Ogoni oil wells

The Nigerian government inspects dormant Ogoni oil wells, vowing to boost security and prosecute saboteurs after a massive spill. Read about the plan. Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-resumption-fg-delegation-inspects-dormant-ogoni-oil-wells/

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27 h. ago Medical emergencies, road crashes top 11,127 incidents in Lagos — LSCCC

Lagos State’s Command and Control Centre reports 11,127 emergency incidents, with medical and road crashes topping the list. Learn more about the data. Read More: https://punchng.com/medical-emergencies-road-crashes-top-11127-incidents-in-lagos-lsccc/

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