2 h. ago ‘It’s Defective, Deceptive, Shameful’, PDP Slams Federal Government Over $9m PR Contract

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the Federal Government’s hiring of a United States-based lobbying firm, DCI Group, under a $9 million contract to improve Nigeria’s image abroad, describing the deal as “defective, deceptive, and shameful.” In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the party criticised the Bola Tinubu administration for outsourcing […]

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3 h. ago AFCRD 2026: Federal Government Offers Medical Support For Veterans

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of military veterans through sustained medical and social support initiatives. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Richard Pheelangwa, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja during a medical outreach organised for veterans as part of activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD). […]

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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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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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6 h. ago 2025 AFCON: Nigerians Stand With You, FG Tells Super Eagles Ahead Morocco Match

Nigeria go into Wednesday’s game off the back of a winning run in the championship. They have scored 14 goals — the highest tally by any team at the AFCON. The post 2025 AFCON: Nigerians Stand With You, FG Tells Super Eagles Ahead Morocco Match appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 h. ago AFCON: Nigerians Stand With You, FG Tells Super Eagles Ahead Of Morocco Match

Nigeria go into Wednesday’s game off the back of a winning run in the championship. They have scored 14 goals — the highest tally by any team at the AFCON. The post AFCON: Nigerians Stand With You, FG Tells Super Eagles Ahead Of Morocco Match appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 h. ago ‘We Can Now Sleep At Night’, ASUU Hails New Pact With Federal Government

After years of industrial crisis and prolonged negotiations, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has hailed the new agreement with the Federal Government, calling it a relief for the nation’s universities and a reason for lecturers to finally sleep easy at night. ASUU President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, made the statement while speaking at the […]

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6 h. ago Weak Governance, Misuse Of Funds Undermining Universities – ASUU

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed concern over alleged fund mismanagement and structural governance lapses in some universities across Nigeria. ASUU President, Prof. Chris Pinuwa, raised the alarm on Wednesday in Abuja during the unveiling of the 2025 Agreement between the Federal Government and the union. Pinuwa cautioned that the situation posed […]

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8 h. ago JUST IN: FG, ASUU unveil agreement to end prolonged university disputes

The Federal Government and ASUU unveil a new agreement to end prolonged university disputes, featuring a 40% pay rise and new professorial allowances. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-fg-asuu-unveil-agreement-to-end-prolonged-university-disputes/

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8 h. ago Navy Launches Operation Delta Sentinel To Enhance Maritime Security, Targets 2.5mbpd Oil Production

The Nigerian Navy has launched Operation Delta Sentinel, a new initiative aimed at strengthening maritime security in the Niger Delta and boosting oil production. The operation, which replaces Operation Delta Sanity, was part of the Federal Government’s efforts to increase oil exploration and production, with a target of 2.5 million barrels per day by 2027. […]

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9 h. ago FG confers national honours on fallen hero Uba, other soldiers

The Federal Government has conferred national honours on serving personnel and veterans of the Nigerian Army, including a brigadier general killed by terrorists in Borno State, in recognition of gallantry, sacrifice, leadership and service to the nation. The awards were presented at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Gala Night held at the Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-confers-national-honours-on-fallen-hero-uba-other-soldiers/

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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 PICTORIAL: Federal Government Honours COAS, Others At AFCRD 2026 Awards Ceremony

The Federal Government has conferred honours on the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, serving personnel and veterans of the Nigerian Army in recognition of their gallantry, sacrifice, innovation, exemplary leadership and post-service contributions to national development. A statement by the Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the awards were presented […]

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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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12 h. ago Nigerian Government Hires US Lobbying Firm For $9m To Counter ‘Christian Genocide’ Claims

The Federal Government of Nigeria has engaged the services of a Washington-based lobbying firm, DCI Group, in a $9 million contract aimed at communicating its efforts to protect Christians in Nigeria to the United States government. According to TheCable, documents filed with the US Department of Justice showed the deal was facilitated by Aster Legal, […]

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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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36 h. ago DMO Offers Investors 15.396% Rates In January 2026 FGN Savings Bond

Bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the Federal Government of Nigeria, making them one of the safest fixed-income instruments available in the domestic market. The post DMO Offers Investors 15.396% Rates In January 2026 FGN Savings Bond appeared first on Channels Television.

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44 h. ago FG seeks private capital for airports, slashes 2026 aviation budget

Nigeria’s aviation sector faces tighter fiscal conditions in 2026 as the federal government slashed total budgetary allocation to the Ministry read more FG seeks private capital for airports, slashes 2026 aviation budget

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61 h. ago Education Reforms: FG, ASUU To Unveil New Agreement January 14

The development reflects the federal government’s commitment to constructive engagement with critical stakeholders and to resolving industrial disputes through dialogue, mutual understanding, and cooperation, according to a statement by the Ministry of Education. The post Education Reforms: FG, ASUU To Unveil New Agreement January 14 appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 d. ago FG inaugurates ₦40bn CCTV control centre for Third Mainland Bridge

The federal government has inaugurated a ₦40 billion closed-circuit television (CCTV) control centre for the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos. read more FG inaugurates ₦40bn CCTV control centre for Third Mainland Bridge

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