86 m. ago ‘Don’t Play Politics With Insecurity,’ Barau Cautions Kano Government

Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, has cautioned the Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, against politicising the issue of insecurity, urging him to concentrate on solving the challenges facing the State. LEADERSHIP reports that Barau’s warning followed allegations after the State’s 34th Executive Council Meeting that the deputy senate president’s earlier comments were capable […]

Politics

94 m. ago Kano Council approves N54.8bn for major infrastructure social projects

The Kano State Executive Council has approved N54.8 billion for the execution of key projects spanning infrastructure, education, health, water supply, housing, security and digital governance...

Politics

97 m. ago Kano Govt Demands Ganduje’s Arrest Over ‘Inciting’ Security Comments

The demand was raised after deliberations at the Council’s 34th Executive Meeting held on Thursday at the Government House, Kano, where members reviewed recent remarks credited to Ganduje and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin. The post Kano Govt Demands Ganduje’s Arrest Over ‘Inciting’ Security Comments appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago Electricity Distribution Companies Achieve 86% Billing Efficiency, Collects N241.54bn In September

Nigeria’s power sector recorded an improvement in commercial performance in September 2025, as electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) achieved 86 per cent billing efficiency for the month. This is according to the latest Commercial Performance Factsheet released by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The report provides a detailed snapshot of how DisCos managed energy billing, […]

Science

4 h. ago Peru Declares State Of Emergency Over Migrant Surge From Chile

The state of emergency will also serve "to address crime and other situations of violence" in the border area. The post Peru Declares State Of Emergency Over Migrant Surge From Chile appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

6 h. ago Nigeria’s biggest firms record strongest profit growth in five years

After years of foreign exchange volatility that eroded corporate earnings, Nigeria’s more stable naira in recent months appears to be read more Nigeria’s biggest firms record strongest profit growth in five years

Politics

6 h. ago Fear Of Bandit Attacks Forces Local Government Workers Out Of Duty Posts

Renewed surge in bandit attacks in rural communities across the country has forced hundreds of local government workers to abandon their duty posts. LEADERSHIP Weekend learnt that primary schools, health centres and community development offices in several remote locations have been hit hardest, with entire staff abandoning their posts in communities repeatedly targeted by gunmen. […]

Politics

8 h. ago Folic acid, prenatal multivitamins, cut autism risk by 30 per cent — Study

Children born to women who took either folic acid or a daily multivitamin before or during pregnancy were less likely to have a child diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder compared to children whose mothers did not take any prenatal vitamins. In a new study, researchers report that intake of folic acid before pregnancy and […]

Politics

9 h. ago Osimhen, Onuachu among top five record headers, bicycle kick goals

Discover where Nigerian stars Osimhen and Onuachu rank among the top football goal records for highest jumps, headers, and spectacular bicycle kicks. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhen-onuachu-among-top-five-record-headers-bicycle-kick-goals/

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10 h. ago Cardoso: 27 banks raise capital to meet recapitalisation targets

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso reports that 27 banks are raising funds to meet new bank recapitalisation targets ahead of the March 2026 deadline. Read More: https://punchng.com/cardoso-27-banks-raise-capital-to-meet-recapitalisation-targets/

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12 h. ago Catholic Diocese Releases Names Of 265 Niger School Pupils, Workers Still In Captivity

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) earlier reported that 50 persons of the abductees escaped and reunited with their families. The post Catholic Diocese Releases Names Of 265 Niger School Pupils, Workers Still In Captivity appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

13 h. ago Bandits Release 37 Kidnap Victims After Peace Deal In Katsina

Suspected armed bandits reportedly freed 37 abducted residents of Bakori local government area of Katsina State following a peace deal in the area. The member representing Bakori LGA Constituency in the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Abdulrahman Kandarawa, disclosed this to journalists on Friday. He said the freed persons included 17 women, two children, and […]

Economics

14 h. ago Domestic Petrol Consumption Hits 56.74m Litres In October — Regulator

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has reported that the daily domestic Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) consumed in the country reached 56.74 million litres in October, 2025. According to a Factsheet released on Friday by the NMDPRA, 27.6 million litres of the consumption were imported while 17.08million litres were produced by local […]

Politics

14 h. ago Kano Government Seeks Ganduje’s Arrest Over Alleged Plan To Form Illegal Militia Group

The Kano State Government has called for the immediate investigation and arrest of the immediate-past governor of the State, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, over what it described as an attempt to create an illegal militia group in the state. The demand followed deliberations at the 34th meeting of the State Executive Council (SEC) held on Thursday […]

Politics

16 h. ago No govt house police officer linked to intercepted firearms – Edo

The Edo State Government debunks reports linking a Government House police officer to intercepted firearms, clarifying the officer’s actual posting. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-govt-house-police-officer-linked-to-intercepted-firearms-edo/

Events

19 h. ago Kano: Traffic advisory issued ahead of Police Academy’s passing out parade

The Kano State Police Command has issued a traffic advisory to motorists and road users ahead of the Passing Out Parade (POP) of the 7th Regular Cadets of the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, scheduled for Saturday, 29 November 2025.

Politics

20 h. ago Hong Kong fire: Government to give victims $38.5m relief fund

Tribune Online reports that the death toll rose to 128 on Friday, with authorities confirming that fire alarms across the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Tai Po “were malfunctioning”.

Politics

20 h. ago Romanian defence minister quits after admitting error in academic record

Romania’s defence minister has resigned after admitting to a mistake on his CV regarding his university education, citing national security concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/romanian-defence-minister-quits-after-admitting-error-in-academic-record/

Politics

20 h. ago Kano govt trains health workers in hypertension, diabetes care

Kano State Ministry of Health has commenced a large-scale training programme for healthcare workers from

Politics

21 h. ago Okpebholo debunks viral report linking Edo govt house to illegal firearms movement

“No individual, regardless of affiliation, will be shielded from accountability for actions that compromise public safety

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