33 m. ago FG orders ministries to prioritise local tech, companies in projects

The Nigerian government directs ministries to prioritise local tech and companies in projects, enforcing local content to boost the non-oil economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-orders-ministries-to-prioritise-local-tech-companies-in-projects/

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2 h. ago Banks to share liability for fraud losses under CBN’s new push

Banks operating in Nigeria will now share liability for losses arising from Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud under sweeping new read more Banks to share liability for fraud losses under CBN’s new push-payment rules

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4 h. ago Adebayo Emerges PDP Governorship Candidate Amid Adeleke’s Resignation

Adebayo Emerges PDP Adebayo Adedamola on Tuesday emerged as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party for the Osun 2026 election. Adedamola polled 919 votes out of 957 cast in the primary held in Osogbo, the state capital. The chairman of the primary, Humphrey Abba, announced the result, stating, ”Void votes 20. We told […] The post Adebayo Emerges PDP Governorship Candidate Amid Adeleke’s Resignation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Akpabio, Abbas, Service Chiefs, present as Tinubu launches 2026 Armed Forces Day emblem

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday flagged off the 2026 Armed Forces and Remembrance Day emblem at the presidential Villa, Abuja read more Akpabio, Abbas, Service Chiefs, present as Tinubu launches 2026 Armed Forces Day emblem

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4 h. ago Emir Sanusi urges traditional rulers to join fight against drug abuse

Emir Sanusi II calls on traditional rulers to support the fight against drug abuse in Kano, highlighting its threat to families and societal values. Read More: https://punchng.com/emir-sanusi-urges-traditional-rulers-to-join-fight-against-drug-abuse/

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5 h. ago Pete Hegseth urges US troops in Iraq to disregard legal guidance on engagement rules

Pete Hegseth, the United States Defense Secretary, has urged US troops in Iraq to disregard legal guidance on engagement rules,

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5 h. ago 2026: Mbah presents ‘Renewed Momentum and Optimism’ budget proposal of N1.62trn to Assembly

Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, Enugu State governor, has presented a budget proposal of ₦1.62 trillion for the 2026 fiscal year to read more 2026: Mbah presents ‘Renewed Momentum and Optimism’ budget proposal of N1.62trn to Assembly

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5 h. ago DStv subscribers may lose 12 channels in January 2026 — MultiChoice

MultiChoice warns DStv subscribers may lose 12 key channels, including CNN and Cartoon Network, from Jan 2026 if a deal isn’t reached with Warner Bros. Read More: https://punchng.com/dstv-subscribers-may-lose-12-channels-in-january-2026-multichoice/

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6 h. ago Tinubu Launches 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem, Donates N200m

President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, launched the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem appeal fund at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, with a personal donation of N200 million. This is even he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to honouring fallen heroes and supporting serving troops who continue to confront terrorism, insurgency, banditry and other security threats across […]

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6 h. ago Tinubu unveils 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem, appeal fund

President Tinubu unveils the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem and appeal fund, kicking off activities to honour Nigeria’s fallen heroes and veteran Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-unveils-2026-armed-forces-remembrance-day-emblem-appeal-fund/

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6 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Police launch statewide crackdown on errant officers, masquerade violators, others

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched a sweeping enforcement operation targeting internal misconduct and emerging security threats across the state, following

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7 h. ago (BREAKING) Adebayo emerges PDP gov candidate in Adeleke’s absence

Adebayo Adedamola has won the Osun PDP primary, becoming the party’s governorship candidate for the 2026 election in Governor Adeleke’s absence. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-adebayo-emerges-pdp-gov-candidate-in-adelekes-absence/

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7 h. ago Osun 2026: Adebayo Adedamola Emerges PDP Governorship Candidate

Adebayo Olugbenga Adedamola, popularly known as Fryo, emerged as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 Osun State governorship election on Tuesday. Adedamola polled 919 votes out of 957 cast at the primary held on Tuesday in Osogbo, the state capital. Chairman of the primary, Humphrey Abba, announced the results, […]

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7 h. ago JUST IN: Adebayo Adedamola emerges PDP’s Osun guber candidate

Adebayo Adedamola has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party for the 2026 Osun election.

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7 h. ago Journalists Are Nigeria’s Shield Against Dictatorship — Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has described Nigerian journalists as the nation’s primary defence against authoritarian rule, assuring that press freedom remains a non-negotiable pillar of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. VP Shettima noted that journalists have played a stabilising role during moments of national tension by correcting misinformation and holding power to account. Speaking on Tuesday […]

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8 h. ago Osun 2026: APC stands to benefit from confusion in PDP — Babayemi

A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, Prince Dotun Babayemi, has said the ruling party would be the ultimate beneficiary of the unfolding confusion in the Peoples Democratic Party.

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9 h. ago Osun 2026: PDP governorship primary underway despite uncertainty

The Osun PDP primary for the 2026 governorship election is underway, shadowed by factional disputes and the recent resignation of Governor Ademola Adeleke. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-2026-pdp-governorship-primary-underway-despite-uncertainty/

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13 h. ago Lagos Assembly: 2026 Appropriation Bill scales through second reading 

He stressed that “the Budget will take care of all ongoing projects such that none of them will be moved to the next administration.”

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14 h. ago IGP orders arrest of officers on unauthorised escort services to VIPs nationwide

Nigeria Police Force high Command has begun an immediate enforcement of the presidential directive on the withdrawal of

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15 h. ago Governor Sani Presents N985.9bn 2026 Budget To Kaduna Assembly

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, has presented a N985.9 billion budget for 2026 to the Kaduna State House of Assembly. He described it as a financial plan anchored on consolidation, rural transformation and inclusive development. While unveiling it to the lawmakers at Lugard Hall, the governor said the budget, tagged: “Budget of Renewal, Resilience […]

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