29 m. ago London Property Scandal: NBA Committee Reacts As Federal Govt Charges Ozekhome With Forgery

The Nigerian Bar Association’s (NBA) Anti-Corruption Committee has described the three-count criminal charge filed against human rights lawyer, Chief Mike Ozekhome (SAN), by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) as a welcome development. The chairman of the NBA Anti-Corruption Committee, Prof. Babafemi Badejo, who stated this in an exclusive interview, praised […]

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35 m. ago Operators Decry Securities Commission’s New Capital Requirements

Nigeria’s capital market operators have decried the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) new capital hike, describing it as the “highest in the world” and warning that it risks wiping out brokers. The SEC’s revised requirements substantially raise capital thresholds across operator categories, including stockbrokers, fund managers and digital asset platforms, with compliance due by 30 […]

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3 h. ago Experts urge broader insurance upgrades beyond recapitalisation

Industry experts state Nigeria’s insurance recapitalisation must be paired with investments in skills, technology, and market expansion for true growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-urge-broader-insurance-upgrades-beyond-recapitalisation/

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3 h. ago Petrol war: Importers outpace domestic refineries with 62% supply in 2025

Despite new domestic refineries, Nigeria’s petrol supply remains dominated by imports, which accounted for over 62% of consumption in 2025, new data reveal Read More: https://punchng.com/petrol-war-importers-outpace-domestic-refineries-with-62-supply-in-2025/

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4 h. ago N30bn relief: Oyo cries politics as HEDA drags Makinde to EFCC

HEDA petitions the EFCC to investigate the N30bn Oyo relief fund, alleging diversion and lack of transparency after the January 2024 Bodija explosion. Read More: https://punchng.com/n30bn-relief-oyo-cries-politics-as-heda-drags-makinde-to-efcc/

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4 h. 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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7 h. ago PENGASSAN, NUPRC honour late president 20 years after Sosoliso tragedy

PENGASSAN and NUPRC honour late labour leader Uche Okoro, 20 years after the Sosoliso tragedy, celebrating his legacy for oil and gas workers in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/pengassan-nuprc-honour-late-president-20-years-after-sosoliso-tragedy/

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7 h. ago Shettima arrives Switzerland for World Economic Forum, to unveil Nigeria House

VP Kashim Shettima leads the delegation for Nigeria at Davos to unveil the first-ever Nigeria House and present the country’s economic outlook to global le Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-arrives-switzerland-for-world-economic-forum-to-unveil-nigeria-house/

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7 h. ago ADC flags ‘conflicting narratives’ in Nigeria–US health pact, demands full disclosure

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked the federal government to publicly disclose and clarify the exact terms of the read more ADC flags ‘conflicting narratives’ in Nigeria–US health pact, demands full disclosure

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8 h. ago Please, can someone tell Atiku he is unelectable as President of Nigeria in 2027?

There comes a point in the life of every political actor when ambition must submit to realism, and legacy must read more Please, can someone tell Atiku he is unelectable as President of Nigeria in 2027?

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8 h. ago WEF: Shettima arrives Switzerland, to commission Nigeria House

Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Sunday, arrived in the alpine town of Davos, Switzerland, for the 56th World Economic Forum read more WEF: Shettima arrives Switzerland, to commission Nigeria House

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8 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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8 h. ago VP Shettima Arrives In Switzerland For 56th World Economic Forum

Vice President Shettima will also engage global leaders and investors on Nigeria’s economic reform agenda.  The post VP Shettima Arrives In Switzerland For 56th World Economic Forum appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 h. ago Over 4,600 tricycles, 100,000 vehicles run on CNG in Nigeria – Official

Nigeria sees a surge in CNG adoption, with over 100,000 vehicles and 4,600 tricycles now using the cheaper, cleaner fuel alternative after subsidy removal. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-4600-tricycles-100000-vehicles-run-on-cng-in-nigeria-official/

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9 h. ago AFCON 2025: “I Was Anxious” – Ghanaian Referee Speaking On Officiating Morocco vs Nigeria Semi

Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has admitted he felt nervous ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON semi-final clash between hosts Morocco and Nigeria. Laryea made the disclosure while speaking to reporters after his arrival at Accra Airport, where he also dismissed claims that he favoured the host nation during the encounter. The tightly […] The post AFCON 2025: “I Was Anxious” – Ghanaian Referee Speaking On Officiating Morocco vs Nigeria Semi-Final Clash appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Nigeria steadily recovering under Tinubu, says Gbenga Daniel

Former Ogun governor Gbenga Daniel expresses optimism about Nigeria’s recovery, citing President Tinubu’s economic reforms and security measures as key dri Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-steadily-recovering-under-tinubu-says-gbenga-daniel/

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10 h. ago NSDC boss clarifies role of Nigeria Sugar Institute, outlines reforms

The NSDC boss clarifies the Nigeria Sugar Institute’s industry-wide role, offering research, training, and technical support to all sugar operators. Read More: https://punchng.com/nsdc-boss-clarifies-role-of-nigeria-sugar-institute-outlines-reforms/

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11 h. ago “Oyo Empire Era Is Over, No Yoruba Monarch Is Superior To Another” — Tinubu’s Aide

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has ignited controversy after stating that the period of imperial dominance linked to the old Oyo Empire has ended and that no traditional ruler in Yorubaland holds supremacy over others. Ajayi made the assertion in a post on X on Saturday, accompanied […] The post “Oyo Empire Era Is Over, No Yoruba Monarch Is Superior To Another” — Tinubu’s Aide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago NFF to offer Eric Chelle new contract after Super Eagles AFCON 2025 bronze success

NFF Backs Chelle After Podium Finish Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Ibrahim Gusau has hinted that the federation is ready read more NFF to offer Eric Chelle new contract after Super Eagles AFCON 2025 bronze success

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12 h. ago Nigeria, UAE Ports Group Sign Landmark MoU On Maritime Development

Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and Abu Dhabi Ports Group have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation in ports development, maritime logistics, and digital transformation. The agreement, signed on the sidelines of the recently concluded Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, marks a major milestone in Nigeria–UAE economic relations […]

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