44 m. ago Banditry: GOC visits Sokoto community, promises military protection

The GOC of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division visited a community displaced by Sokoto banditry, promising sustained military protection to restore normalcy. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-goc-visits-sokoto-community-promises-military-protection/

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5 h. ago Portable Births New Baby In Detention As Court Denies Him Bail In Alleged Assault On Policemen Case

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has reportedly welcomed another child with his wife, Bewaji, while still in police custody. Sources said the singer received the news of the birth with excitement despite his current situation and has expressed a strong desire to regain his freedom in order to see his newborn […] The post Portable Births New Baby In Detention As Court Denies Him Bail In Alleged Assault On Policemen Case appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago 2025 AFCON: “Burna Boy Was Held At Moroccan Airport Over Heavy Jewellery” – CAF President

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has disclosed that Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy encountered an unexpected delay at a Moroccan airport while travelling to headline the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat. Motsepe made this known during a recent press conference, revealing that the singer was briefly held by customs officials […] The post 2025 AFCON: “Burna Boy Was Held At Moroccan Airport Over Heavy Jewellery” – CAF President appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Developer explains why diaspora investors are losing confidence in Nigeria

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Winhomes Global Services Limited has explained why many Nigerians in the diaspora are becoming read more Developer explains why diaspora investors are losing confidence in Nigeria

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11 h. ago Strong rental yields await investors at growth corridors in cities

One of the major trends that will play out in the Nigerian real estate investment market in 2026 is the read more Strong rental yields await investors at growth corridors in cities

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11 h. ago AFCON: Super Eagles’ bronze win will inspire Nigerians — Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio congratulates the Super Eagles for their AFCON bronze medal win, describing the feat as an inspiration to Nigerians. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-super-eagles-bronze-win-will-inspire-nigerians-akpabio/

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12 h. ago Independent to honour Nigerians with lifetime achievement, marks silver jubilee

Independent Newspapers Limited is set to recognise and honour outstanding Nigerians with lifetime achievement awards for their contributions to the read more Independent to honour Nigerians with lifetime achievement, marks silver jubilee

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13 h. ago NiDCOM Condemns Killing Of Nigerian By His Brothers In India

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has expressed sadness over what it described as “the tragic and senseless death” of Emeka Christian, a Nigerian national in Pune, India, allegedly beaten to death by two of his brothers, Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, over a romantic dispute. The Commission in a statement issued on Saturday […]

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14 h. ago Army pledges to protect Sokoto community after bandit attack

The Nigerian Army assures residents of a Sokoto community of sustained protection following a recent bandit attack, committing to restore normalcy and secu Read More: https://punchng.com/army-pledges-to-protect-sokoto-community-after-bandit-attack/

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15 h. ago NECA, NSITF push to boost workplace safety, reward compliant firms

The Nigerian Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) and the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) have intensified efforts to raise workplace read more NECA, NSITF push to boost workplace safety, reward compliant firms

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16 h. ago Nigeria Risks Repeating History If We Forget 1966 Coup, Civil War – Maj. Onyefuru (Rtd)

Major Godwin Onyefuru, a retired Nigerian Army officer, still carries the scars of the 1966 coup that reshaped the nation’s history. Now 84 and visually impaired, Onyefuru reflects on his harrowing experiences following the coup, including incarceration and near-death encounters. In this interview with ACHOR ABIMAJE, he recounts how his deepest regret was being unknowingly […]

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16 h. ago Morning Recap: Obasanjo shuns Atiku, S’Eagles win bronze, Matawalle’s nine

Get the top Nigerian news recap. Obasanjo shuns Atiku, the Super Eagles win AFCON bronze, and Minister Matawalle plans a nine-way family wedding. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-obasanjo-shuns-atiku-seagles-win-bronze-matawalles-nine-way-wedding-other-top-stories/

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16 h. ago Mixayaaemixiaaa – Egusi and Ogbono mix: Proudly Nigerian superfood that can gain UN cultural status

Also described in local South Eastern parlance as Mixayaaemixiaa, Egusi–Ogbono Mix is a unique Nigerian culinary expression that blends two read more Mixayaaemixiaaa – Egusi and Ogbono mix: Proudly Nigerian superfood that can gain UN cultural status

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19 h. ago 14 Ships Laden With Petrol, Diesel, Fresh Fish Arrive Lagos Ports

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says a total of 14 ships have arrived Apapa, Tin Can and Lekki ports in Lagos, waiting to discharge various goods. NPA stated this in its publication – ‘Shipping Position’, a copy of which was made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday. The document noted that […]

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19 h. ago AFCON 2025: Bronze Medal Good As Gold, Tinubu Hails Super Eagles’ Victory Over Egypt

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday congratulated the Super Eagles for winning the bronze medal at the 2025 African Cup of Nations, describing the achievement as feeling “good like gold.” The President commended the Nigerian national team for putting behind them the disappointment of the semi-final loss to host nation Morocco last Wednesday. “This bronze medal […] The post AFCON 2025: Bronze Medal Good As Gold, Tinubu Hails Super Eagles’ Victory Over Egypt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Nigerians demand action after medical errors plunge families into agony

Families in Nigeria are devastated by rising medical negligence. Learn about the systemic failures, weak oversight, and the urgent call for accountability. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerians-demand-action-after-medical-errors-plunge-families-into-agony/

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29 h. ago BREAKING: Nigeria Claim AFCON Bronze After Beating Egypt On Penalties

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), defeating Egypt 4-2 on penalties after a captivating 0-0 draw in the third-place play-off. The dramatic shootout capped a hard-fought encounter, leaving Nigerian fans celebrating a podium finish. The match itself was a cagey affair, with both teams struggling […]

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29 h. ago VIDEO: Rema chooses girlfriend with style over funds in recent viral interview

Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema discusses his fashion, music, and personal preferences in a viral interview, revealing he’d choose a girlfriend with style. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-rema-chooses-girlfriend-with-style-over-funds-in-recent-viral-interview/

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33 h. ago NIDCOM condemns killing of Nigerian in India over romantic dispute

NIDCOM decries the killing of a Nigerian man in India by his compatriots over a romantic dispute, urging a full investigation and justice for the victim. Read More: https://punchng.com/nidcom-condemns-killing-of-nigerian-in-india-over-romantic-dispute/

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36 h. ago Fear of deportation drives undocumented Africans to sleep in bins on UK streets

Several undocumented Nigerians and other African migrants in the United Kingdom are resorting to sleeping in waste bins and on read more Fear of deportation drives undocumented Africans to sleep in bins on UK streets

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