93 m. ago Experts list reasons for doubling of diabetes cases in Nigeria

NEW data indicate that diabetes prevalence in Nigeria has almost doubled since the 2019 estimates released by the International Diabetes Federation, and these specialists said it reflects a combination of risk factors, including higher socioeconomic status, family history, physical inactivity, urban living, infrequent vegetable consumption and abdominal obesity. The systematic review and meta-analysis of the […]

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2 h. ago How lack of effective enforcement, apathy weaken legislation on workers’ safety

In a world where workers continue to face diverse occupational threats, conversations continue to revolve around safety and health at work especially in a changing climate. ADEOLA OJO reports that while Nigeria has diverse laws aimed at entrenching safety, laws promulgated for safety of workers are still ineffective due to varieties of factor The United […]

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2 h. ago How AI tools are rewriting the story of public accountability in Nigeria

For years, Nigeria’s civic-tech community has worked hard to bring public finance data into the light. Anyone who has tried read more How AI tools are rewriting the story of public accountability in Nigeria

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2 h. ago When passion meets purpose: Young medics ignite health revolution in remote communities

WORLD Diabetes Day has come and gone, but residents of Bolorunduro, Owena and surrounding villages and settlements in the Ondo East Local Government Area of Ondo State are still basking in the euphoria of free medical treatment they received from a non-governmental organization, Medical Aid and Advocacy for the Vulnerable Foundation (MAAVF). Medical Aid and […]

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2 h. ago FG opens diplomatic talks with B’Faso over detained aircraft, soldiers

Nigeria begins diplomatic talks with Burkina Faso to secure the release of a detained Nigerian aircraft and its soldiers held for alleged airspace violatio Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-opens-diplomatic-talks-with-bfaso-over-detained-aircraft-soldiers/

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3 h. ago No Nigerian firm can handle deep offshore drilling – Minister

Nigeria’s Petroleum Minister states no local firms have deep offshore drilling capacity, citing high costs and the need to avoid middlemen to stay competit Read More: https://punchng.com/no-nigerian-firm-can-handle-deep-offshore-drilling-minister/

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3 h. ago FG prioritises women in livestock transformation, says minister

Idi Mukhtar Maiha, minister of livestock development, says the federal government is placing women at the centre of Nigeria’s livestock read more FG prioritises women in livestock transformation, says minister

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3 h. ago MAN decry abuse of free trade zones, soaring production costs

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has raised fresh concerns over the worsening state of the Basic Metal, Iron and read more MAN decry abuse of free trade zones, soaring production costs

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3 h. ago Weak political commitment threatens women’s empowerment – BudgIt

A new BudgIT report reveals weak political commitment and significant data gaps are threatening women’s economic empowerment across Nigeria’s states. Read More: https://punchng.com/weak-political-commitment-threatens-womens-empowerment-budgit/

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4 h. ago ICPC, Fiscal Responsibility Commission deepen Nigeria’s anti

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) have signed a Memorandum read more ICPC, Fiscal Responsibility Commission deepen Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive

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5 h. ago Gaise Baba Leads Popular Secular Artists On Nigeria’s 2025 YouTube Music Chart

American social media and online video sharing platform, YouTube, has released its 2025 Nigeria Rankings, unveiling the platforms, creators and music videos that defined Nigerian viewership this year. The streaming platform named gospel singer Akinade Ibuoye, popularly known as “Gaise Baba” and Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli as its standout artistes of 2025. This was contained […]

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5 h. ago Federal Government Unveils Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme

The federal government has announced the launch of the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, an intervention aimed at restoring liquidity in Nigeria’s electricity market and rebuilding investor confidence. The disclosure was made by the special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Energy, Olu Verheijen, through a post on her X handle on Wednesday. Verheijen […]

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5 h. ago FULL LIST: Gospel artist beats Wizkid, others, leads Nigeria’s 2025 YouTube music chart

See the full list of top artists on the YouTube Music Chart Nigeria for 2025. Gospel singer Gaise Baba’s hit video beats Wizkid, Davido, and more. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-gospel-artist-beats-wizkid-others-leads-nigerias-2025-youtube-music-chart/

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5 h. ago BPP, SON sign MoU to enforce Nigerian standards in govt procurement

The BPP and SON signed an MoU to enforce Nigerian standards in procurement, strengthening the Nigeria First policy and ensuring quality in government proje Read More: https://punchng.com/bpp-son-sign-mou-to-enforce-nigerian-standards-in-govt-procurement/

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7 h. ago Multimodal transport crucial to fixing Nigeria’s struggling supply chain, experts say

Nigeria’s transport and logistics experts have stated that integrating modern multimodal transport systems and last-mile delivery solutions is crucial to read more Multimodal transport crucial to fixing Nigeria’s struggling supply chain, experts say

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7 h. ago Kidnapping now major funding source for terrorists, others – FG

Nigeria’s government reports that kidnapping has become a primary funding source for terrorists, enabling them to acquire weapons and sustain operations. Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnapping-now-major-funding-source-for-terrorists-others-fg/

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7 h. ago Breakdown of interfaith trust threatens Nigeria’s stability, SGF warns

Nigeria’s SGF warns that a breakdown in interfaith trust is a grave threat to the nation’s stability, fueling suspicion and exploiting insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/breakdown-of-interfaith-trust-threatens-nigerias-stability-sgf-warns/

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7 h. ago Poor data, low political will threaten women’s economic empowerment – BudgIt

A new BudgIT report reveals poor data and weak political will are key barriers to women’s economic empowerment in Nigeria, despite existing laws. Read More: https://punchng.com/poor-data-low-political-will-threaten-womens-economic-empowerment-budgit/

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7 h. ago Nigeria leads in unenforced ECOWAS court judgments — Official

Nigeria has the largest backlog of unenforced ECOWAS court judgments, with 50 outstanding cases, an official reveals. Learn about regional compliance issue Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-leads-in-unenforced-ecowas-court-judgments-official/

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8 h. ago Obasanjo urges leaders to place Nigeria’s interest above short

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged leaders across the country to put Nigeria’s long-term interest above short-term political or personal read more Obasanjo urges leaders to place Nigeria’s interest above short-term gains

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