36 m. ago Savings in bank accounts won’t be taxed, only profits — NRS boss

Nigeria’s Revenue Service chief clarifies new tax laws. Your bank savings are safe from taxes; only profits are taxed, not personal funds or transfers. Read More: https://punchng.com/savings-in-bank-accounts-wont-be-taxed-only-profits-nrs-boss/

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36 m. ago Nigeria needs active citizens, not passive graduates — Lagos deputy gov

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat urges Nigerian graduates at Fountain University to be active citizens and solution architects for the nation’s future. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-needs-active-citizens-not-passive-graduates-lagos-deputy-gov/

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50 m. ago “Disrespect Olubadan Again, Face Consequences” – Ibadan Monarchs Warn Alaafin of Oyo

Traditional leaders in Ibadan have issued a stern warning to the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, over what they describe as a serious act of disrespect toward the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. The warning came after a tense encounter at the Agodi Government House in Ibadan, where the Alaafin reportedly […] The post “Disrespect Olubadan Again, Face Consequences” – Ibadan Monarchs Warn Alaafin of Oyo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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65 m. ago PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, who were remanded in prison over their alleged involvement in last Friday’s protest against insecurity in the town. In a statement issued late Monday, the PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, described […] The post PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti-Kidnapping Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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92 m. ago Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, who were on Monday remanded in prison custody by a court. The students were arrested while protesting against the rising cases of kidnapping and abduction in Ekpoma and environs. The National […] The post Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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93 m. ago Meet Temitope Adeniyi, the UNESCO honoree developing quantum sensors for early disease detection

Long before a tumour becomes visible on a scan, or symptoms sends a patient rushing to hospital, there are faint read more Meet Temitope Adeniyi, the UNESCO honoree developing quantum sensors for early disease detection

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95 m. ago Osun to vaccinate over two million children, teenagers against measles, rubella

Lagos Deputy Gov. Obafemi Hamzat urges graduating students at Fountain University to become active graduates and architects of solutions for Nigeria’s futu Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-to-vaccinate-over-two-million-children-teenagers-against-measles-rubella/

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1 hour ago Standard Chartered accelerates Africa pullback with Botswana sale

Standard Chartered Plc is exploring the sale of its entire stake in Standard Chartered Bank Botswana Limited, raising the prospect read more Standard Chartered accelerates Africa pullback with Botswana sale

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2 h. ago 2025 AFCON: CAF Appoints Ghanaian Referee For Nigeria Vs Morocco Showdown

The Super Eagles enter the game on the back of a commanding 2-0 victory over Algeria in the quarter-final. The post 2025 AFCON: CAF Appoints Ghanaian Referee For Nigeria Vs Morocco Showdown appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago NGX Pension Broad Index surpasses broader market with 59.72% return in 2025

The NGX Pension Broad Index, a benchmark for pension-compliant equity investments, recorded a 59.72 percent return in 2025, outperforming the read more NGX Pension Broad Index surpasses broader market with 59.72% return in 2025

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2 h. ago NSCDC arrests three suspects for kidnapping, robbery in Nasarawa

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Nasarawa State Command, says it has arrested three suspects in connection with cases of kidnapping, robbery and theft at various locations across the state. This was contained in a press statement made available to our correspondent in Lafia, the state capital, on Tuesday by the command’s Public Relations Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-arrests-three-suspects-for-kidnapping-robbery-in-nasarawa/

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2 h. ago Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has said that for reforms to be read more Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

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2 h. ago Missed Aptos, NEAR, or Polygon? Zero Knowledge Proof’s Live ICO Auction Still Offers 100x Potential

In crypto, early access doesn’t always mean fair access. Most crypto ICOs offer special terms to insiders before the public read more Missed Aptos, NEAR, or Polygon? Zero Knowledge Proof’s Live ICO Auction Still Offers 100x Potential

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3 h. ago Multipolitan Index 2026: Lagos consolidates on Africa’s Startup hub status

Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial centre, is solidifying its position as Africa’s top startup hub, according to the Multipolitan Index 2026. The read more Multipolitan Index 2026: Lagos consolidates on Africa’s Startup hub status

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3 h. ago Drug Trafficking War : US AFRICOM meets Marwa, to partner with NDLEA

Nigeria’s battle to end drug trafficking, on Tuesday received a big boost as delegation of senior officials of the United read more Drug Trafficking War : US AFRICOM meets Marwa, to partner with NDLEA

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3 h. ago Thick dust haze expected across Yobe, Kano, Kaduna, other northern states – NiMet

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather alert warning that a thick dust haze is expected to affect read more Thick dust haze expected across Yobe, Kano, Kaduna, other northern states – NiMet

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3 h. ago NiMet unveils AI research, integration team to boost weather forecasting

Nigeria’s NiMet has inaugurated an AI research team to improve weather forecasting, aiming for greater speed, accuracy, and accessibility in predictions. Read More: https://punchng.com/nimet-unveils-ai-research-integration-team-to-boost-weather-forecasting/

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4 h. ago Owo church massacre trial: DSS submits evidence, prepares 10 witnesses against five suspects

The Department of State Services (DSS) has announced its intention to call ten witnesses and submit documentary evidence in the read more Owo church massacre trial: DSS submits evidence, prepares 10 witnesses against five suspects

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4 h. ago Venezuela shows how states fall when legitimacy and intelligence fail

The extraction of Nicolás Maduro from the presidential palace in Caracas on January 3, 2026, by United States forces sent read more Venezuela shows how states fall when legitimacy and intelligence fail

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4 h. ago FG unveils Lagos gold refinery, pushes $600m lithium plant launch

Nigeria’s government announces the launch of a new high-purity Lagos gold refinery and a $600m lithium plant, boosting its value-addition mining policy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-lagos-gold-refinery-pushes-600m-lithium-plant-launch/

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