2 h. ago NUPRC chief Eyesan targets production boost, revenue expansion in upstream sector

Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, commission chief executive (CCE) of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), has unveiled her vision for the read more NUPRC chief Eyesan targets production boost, revenue expansion in upstream sector

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2 h. ago Nigeria, US Reaffirm Partnership On Data Privacy, AI, Cybersecurity

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the United States in building a secure, trusted and resilient digital ecosystem. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday by the spokesperson of the agency, Hadiza Umar, stressing that the collaboration […]

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3 h. ago Ford suspends worker whom Trump showed middle finger — Union

A Ford employee who heckled Donald Trump, prompting an obscene gesture from the president, has been suspended. The UAW union is fighting for his job. Read More: https://punchng.com/ford-suspends-worker-whom-trump-showed-middle-finger-union/

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3 h. ago ‘Nigeria Stands With You’, Federal Government Tells Super Eagles

The federal government has rallied behind the Super Eagles ahead of their crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semifinal clash against Morocco on Wednesday night, assuring the team of the nation’s full support and confidence. In a statement issued to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, […]

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3 h. ago Economy: “Nigeria To Record Fastest Growth In 2026” — World Bank

The World Bank announced yesterday that Nigeria’s economy is on track to record its fastest growth in more than a decade, upgrading its forecast for the country’s economic growth to 4.4 per cent for 2026 and 2027. The World Bank disclosed this in its latest Global Economic Prospects report released yesterday. The latest growth forecast […] The post Economy: “Nigeria To Record Fastest Growth In 2026” — World Bank appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Gov. Okpebholo Orders Release Of AAU Students Arrested In Ekpoma Protest

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has ordered the release of students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), arrested during the recent protests in Ekpoma. The first group of seven suspects has already been freed. Edo State Commissioner for Education, Paddy Iyamu, who oversaw the release, said that only confirmed students would be allowed to go. Speaking […] The post Gov. Okpebholo Orders Release Of AAU Students Arrested In Ekpoma Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago FG, IFAD equip Kogi youths with mechanisation skills for food security

The Federal Government of Nigeria and International Fund for Agricultural Development Assisted Value Chain Development Programme, has launched a three-week training programme for 20 youth farmers in Kogi State. The training was organised by Kogi VCDP in collaboration with the Nigeria-Korean Institute of Vocational and Advanced Technology. It aims to equip participants with skills in Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-ifad-equip-kogi-youths-with-mechanisation-skills-for-food-security/

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7 h. ago Afternoon Recap: Death threats over tax reform, Eagles eye AFCON glory, Omije Ojumi gospel singer dies

Get your afternoon recap of Nigerian news, including death threats over tax reform, the Super Eagles’ AFCON match, and the Owo church attack trial. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-death-threats-over-tax-reform-eagles-eye-afcon-glory-omije-ojumi-gospel-singer-dies/

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8 h. ago Ohanaeze, Arewa Youths Hail Tinubu, FIRS Boss Over Smooth Takeoff Of New Tax Regime

Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo and Arewa socio-cultural groups have commended President Bola Tinubu and the executive chairman of the National Revenue Service (NRS), Mr. Zacch Adedeji, for the seamless commencement of the new tax regime across the country. In a joint statement signed by Mallam Kabiru Yusuf, the groups described the hitch-free implementation of the tax […]

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8 h. ago “Alaafin ‘Handshake Snub’ Not Intentional” — Olubadan of Ibadan

The Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, Arusa 1, has dismissed insinuations making the rounds on social media that he deliberately snubbed the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, during a recent public function in Ibadan, Oyo State, insisting that the incident was neither intentional nor disrespectful. Speaking during an interview with journalists in […] The post “Alaafin ‘Handshake Snub’ Not Intentional” — Olubadan of Ibadan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago “We’ll Not Call Off Our Strike” – Health Workers Slams FG’s ‘No Work, No Pay’ Order

Health workers in Nigerian public hospitals under the aegis of The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) have insisted they they will continue their ongoing indefinite national strike despite the order of the Federal Government stopping their pay. The Federal Government had recently ordered stoppage of the striking health workers […] The post “We’ll Not Call Off Our Strike” – Health Workers Slams FG’s ‘No Work, No Pay’ Order appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tax Laws: “Watch Out For January Salary” – NRS Boss, Zacch Adedeji Tells Income Earners

The Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has asked lower-cadre income earners to look out for their January salary to spot the impact of the country’s new tax laws when compared with defunct laws. Adedeji, speaking during TVC’s Journalists Hangout on Tuesday, said lower-cadre income earners would experience reduced taxes, which […] The post Tax Laws: “Watch Out For January Salary” – NRS Boss, Zacch Adedeji Tells Income Earners appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 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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10 h. ago Step by step calculation: What to know about deductions and personal income tax

Who is required to pay personal income tax in Nigeria under the 2026 reforms? Personal income tax (PIT) applies to read more Step by step calculation: What to know about deductions and personal income tax

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10 h. ago U.S. Designates Muslim Brotherhood As Terrorist Organizations

U.S. Designates Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorist Organizations The United States on Tuesday, January 13, formally designated the Muslim Brotherhood chapters in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations, a move that significantly escalates Washington’s long-standing opposition to the pan-Islamist movement. Announcing the decision, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the action was taken under […] The post U.S. Designates Muslim Brotherhood As Terrorist Organizations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago FG Hires Lobbying Firm For $9m To ‘Communicate Christian Protection Efforts’ To US

The federal government has hired a lobbying firm in a $9 million contract to assist in communicating its actions on protecting Christians in Nigeria to the United States government. According to the lobbying contract document filed with the US Department of Justice, Aster Legal, a law firm in Kaduna state, hired the services of DCI Group on […] The post FG Hires Lobbying Firm For $9m To ‘Communicate Christian Protection Efforts’ To US appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Kano Govt. Suspends Doctors For Leaving Scissors In Patient’s Stomach Causing Her Death

The Kano State Hospitals Management Board has admitted that the death of Aishatu Umar, a mother of five, was caused by medical negligence at the Abubakar Imam Urology Centre in Kano. In a statement, its Public Relations Officer, Samira Suleiman, said preliminary investigation ordered by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Mansur Mudi Nagoda, confirmed that surgical […] The post Kano Govt. Suspends Doctors For Leaving Scissors In Patient’s Stomach Causing Her Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Science

12 h. ago Tax reform: I receive threats for fixing broken system — Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele, head of the presidential committee, reveals he faces threats for leading the Nigeria tax reform. Learn why he calls it necessary surgery for Read More: https://punchng.com/tax-reform-i-receive-threats-for-fixing-broken-system-oyedele/

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12 h. ago JOHESU Members Protest ‘Unmet Demands’ At UNILORIN Teaching Hospital

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) in Kwara State, on Wednesday, staged a peaceful protest over their ‘unmet demands’ by the federal government. The workers staged the protest after holding an emergency congress held at the union’s secretariat within the tertiary hospital’s complex . The health workers’ […]

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12 h. ago Video Of Omije Ojumi’s Body At Lagos Hospital Surfaces Online As Family Confirms Death

A video showing the body of gospel singer Bunmi Akinaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, at the Lagos hospital where she passed away has surfaced online, sparking reactions from fans and netizens. The clip, shared by her colleague Alayo Melody, shows the singer’s body at the hospital on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Following the video’s circulation, Omije […] The post Video Of Omije Ojumi’s Body At Lagos Hospital Surfaces Online As Family Confirms Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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