75 m. ago JUST IN: FG declares holidays for Christmas, New Year celebrations

The Nigerian Federal Government has declared Dec 25 & 26, 2025, and Jan 1, 2026, as public holidays for Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year celebrations. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-fg-declares-holidays-for-christmas-new-year-celebrations-2/

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2 h. ago Crazy things happen anytime I attempt returning to music — Singer Naeto C

Nigerian singer Naeto C reveals why he put his music career on hold, citing family, life goals, and strange occurrences whenever he tries to return. Read More: https://punchng.com/crazy-things-happen-anytime-i-attempt-returning-to-music-singer-naeto-c/

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3 h. ago 10 unlicensed traditional medicine practitioners arrested in C’River

Nigerian Medical Association lauds the arrest of 10 unlicensed traditional medicine vendors in Cross River State following concerns over public health risk Read More: https://punchng.com/10-unlicensed-traditional-medicine-practitioners-arrested-in-criver/

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3 h. ago Nigerian, 5 Others Indicted In US Over Alleged $41m Stock Market Fraud

A dual United States–Nigerian citizen, Izunna Okonkwo, has been indicted alongside five other individuals of different nationalities over allegations bordering on $41 million stock market fraud in the United States. A statement obtained from the website of the United States Department of Justice on Sunday said Okonkwo and the other defendants allegedly engaged in insider […]

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3 h. ago Report MRS Stations Selling Petrol Above ₦739, Dangote Refinery Tells Nigerians

The company said the cut in petrol prices represents a significant milestone in the refinery’s mission to deliver affordable fuel to Nigerians and stabilise the downstream petroleum market. The post Report MRS Stations Selling Petrol Above ₦739, Dangote Refinery Tells Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago Group Wants UN’s Accreditation Of Nigerian Civil Society Groups

Director-General of the Civil Society Organisation on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI), Mr Kunle Yusuff, has appealed to the United Nations (UN) to accredit registered Nigerian civil society and community-based organisations (CSOs/CBOs) to enable them to access UN partnerships and funding opportunities. Yusuff made the appeal at the United Nations Headquarters in New […]

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4 h. ago Nicki Minaj explains comments on alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria

According to Minaj, her interest in Nigeria is longstanding, noting that her pastor is Nigerian and that she has a large number of Nigerian followers across her platforms.

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4 h. ago $41m stock scam: Nigerian, five others face 25 years in US prison

Izunna Okonkwo, a dual United States–Nigerian citizen, has been indicted alongside five other individuals of different nationalities over an alleged read more $41m stock scam: Nigerian, five others face 25 years in US prison

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5 h. ago VIDEO: Why I spoke out for Nigerian Christians — Nicki Minaj

Rapper Nicki Minaj explains her decision to speak out on the persecution of Nigerian Christians, citing personal ties and reports of violence. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-why-i-spoke-out-for-nigerian-christians-nicki-minaj/

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5 h. ago British American Open Varsity Honours Philanthropists With Doctorate Degrees

The British American Open University has honoured outstanding Nigerians with leadership awards. This landmark annual lecture and induction ceremony of the King’s College British and American Institutions recognised the roles of Nigerian leaders in governance, public service, entrepreneurship and community development in Abuja. The event brought together dignitaries from both the public and private sectors, […]

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6 h. ago The power question: Will settling gas debts finally stabilise Nigeria’s electricity market?

A long-awaited check to the gas suppliers Few issues define Nigeria’s economic story more sharply than electricity. Unreliable power costs read more The power question: Will settling gas debts finally stabilise Nigeria’s electricity market?

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6 h. ago ACAMB dismisses unfounded claims on banks’ recapitalisation status

Says no bank is shutting down THE Association of Corporate Communication and Marketing Professionals in Banks (ACAMB) has dismissed as false and misleading a viral Instagram video claiming that 12 Nigerian banks would be shut down by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) by March 2026. In a statement, ACAMB said the video—posted by one […]

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6 h. ago US indicts Nigerian citizen, five others over alleged $41m stock market fraud

US prosecutors have indicted a dual US-Nigerian citizen, Izunna Okonkwo, and five other defendants over an alleged $41 million insider-trading read more US indicts Nigerian citizen, five others over alleged $41m stock market fraud

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6 h. ago UK grants temporary visa exemption for Nigerian prison officers amid staffing crisis

Nigerian nationals working as prison officers in the United Kingdom will benefit from a temporary exemption to new visa rules, read more UK grants temporary visa exemption for Nigerian prison officers amid staffing crisis

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9 h. ago Nigeria’s airspace: A call for modern, holistic national defence architecture

Examining gaps in Nigerian airspace security and proposing a modern, holistic national defence architecture to protect borders and deter illegal flights. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-airspace-a-call-for-modern-holistic-national-defence-architecture/

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9 h. ago Eyesan’s appointment reflects FG’s commitment to stronger governance, others —WIEN

Apparently impressed by the appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC),  Women in Energy Network (WIEN), a leading advocate for gender balance in energy sector leadership, said the appointment reflects the Federal Government’s commitment to stronger governance, inclusive leadership and a more diverse executive pipeline In […]

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9 h. ago N4trn debt reduction: NBET issues N590bn Series 1 power sector bond

Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET) Plc, through its Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), NBET Finance Company Plc, has issued a N590 billion Series 1 Power Sector Bond – the first issuance under the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme. This marks the commencement of the first phase of the bond issuance, which aims to raise N1.23 […]

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9 h. ago Nigeria should concentrate on local refining of petroleum products —IPMAN

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has said that it is high time Nigeria concentrated on local refining to put an end to importation of petroleum products. IPMAN national president, Alhaji Abubakar Maigandi Shettima, stated this while commending President Bola Tinubu’s decision to effect change of leadership at the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory […]

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10 h. ago Importers count losses as container blockage rocks Lagos ports

Nigerian importers report billions in losses due to container blockage at Lagos ports, blaming Maritime Police for illegal post-clearance detentions. Read More: https://punchng.com/importers-count-losses-as-container-blockage-rocks-lagos-ports/

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10 h. ago Govt endorses Elizade JAC expansion, backs auto manufacturing

The Nigerian govt endorses Elizade JAC’s expansion, boosting Nigerian auto manufacturing to make new vehicles accessible and replace risky used imports. Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-endorses-elizade-jac-expansion-backs-auto-manufacturing/

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