15 m. ago FG opens diplomatic talks with B’Faso over detained aircraft, soldiers

Nigeria begins diplomatic talks with Burkina Faso to secure the release of a detained Nigerian aircraft and its soldiers held for alleged airspace violatio Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-opens-diplomatic-talks-with-bfaso-over-detained-aircraft-soldiers/

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2 h. ago Gaise Baba Leads Popular Secular Artists On Nigeria’s 2025 YouTube Music Chart

American social media and online video sharing platform, YouTube, has released its 2025 Nigeria Rankings, unveiling the platforms, creators and music videos that defined Nigerian viewership this year. The streaming platform named gospel singer Akinade Ibuoye, popularly known as “Gaise Baba” and Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli as its standout artistes of 2025. This was contained […]

Culture

3 h. ago Bauchi Gov’t Denies Governor Bala Mohammed’s Alleged Defection From PDP

The Bauchi State Government has dismissed claims suggesting that Governor Bala Mohammed was planning to quit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP). In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, described the allegation as completely baseless, stressing that Governor Mohammed has never […]

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4 h. ago Japa: 5 affordable European countries Nigerians can relocate to

As economic pressures continue to mount, many Nigerians are increasingly exploring relocation as a path toward stability, better opportunities, and an improved quality of life.

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4 h. ago Tinubu says he’s upset over N1.5trn debts owed to contractors

Peeved by the backlog of debt owed to the federal government amounting to N1.5 trillion, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has set up a high-level multi-ministerial committee to design a funding plan and clear the debt...

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5 h. ago Kidnapping now major funding source for terrorists, others – FG

Nigeria’s government reports that kidnapping has become a primary funding source for terrorists, enabling them to acquire weapons and sustain operations. Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnapping-now-major-funding-source-for-terrorists-others-fg/

Events

6 h. ago Wednesday News Recap: Tinubu’s Police Withdrawal Order, Stella Oduah, Naira Fall, Petrol +More

Dive in to catch up on the major headlines, explore emerging trends, and stay connected to the conversations that matter most to you. The post Wednesday News Recap: Tinubu’s Police Withdrawal Order, Stella Oduah, Naira Fall, Petrol +More appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 h. ago Outrage As Ambassadorial Nominee Struggles To Name Ekiti Senators

* As Senate screens career ambassadors-designate A routine ambassadorial screening by the Senate turned dramatic on Wednesday when one of President Bola Tinubu’s nominees, Amb. Emmanuel Adeyemi, stumbled over a basic current affairs question many Senators considered fundamental: naming all three Senators from his home state of Ekiti. Adeyemi—currently a deputy director in the Office […]

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10 h. ago Nigeria’s States budgeted N88 billion for women empowerment, but 53% of the funds ended elsewhere

Across Nigeria, state governments proudly announce billions in budget allocations meant to empower women, lift households out of poverty, and read more Nigeria’s States budgeted N88 billion for women empowerment, but 53% of the funds ended elsewhere

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10 h. ago Burkina Faso Frees 11 Nigerian Military Officers, Aircraft After Emergency Landing

Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian military personnel detained after a Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft made what authorities in Ouagadougou described as an unauthorised landing in Bobo-Dioulasso air field. The officers, two crew members and nine passengers, were held for interrogation over suspicions that the flight was linked to the recent failed coup incident […]

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11 h. ago Fubara Denies Rift With Rivers Lawmakers, Seeks Support For Tinubu

The governor said contrary to insinuations that he was avoiding the lawmakers, arrangements had already been made for a meeting with them. The post Fubara Denies Rift With Rivers Lawmakers, Seeks Support For Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago TETFund Moves To Develop Security Master Plan For Tertiary Institutions

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has initiated the development of a comprehensive security master plan to enhance safety across tertiary institutions nationwide. Chairman of the Board of Trustees of TETFund, Aminu Masari, disclosed this on Tuesday at the opening of a two-day workshop in Abuja, focused on designing a proposed security framework for campuses. […]

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14 h. ago Nigeria clear as Algeria tops list of countries with blocked airline funds

…Nigeria again removed from list as $1.2bn airlines’ funds remain trapped globally The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported read more Nigeria clear as Algeria tops list of countries with blocked airline funds

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14 h. ago NNPC, Heirs Energies sign deals to convert flare gas into usable energy

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) and Heirs Energies have signed agreements under the Gas Flare Commercialisation Programme (NGFCP) read more NNPC, Heirs Energies sign deals to convert flare gas into usable energy

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14 h. ago Christmas Luxury Deal Unveiled: Halcyon Court, Ikeja, Releases 4

Discover an exclusive Christmas deal on a luxury maisonette in Ikeja’s Halcyon Court. This 4-bed home with BQ and premium finishes is now ₦399M. Read More: https://punchng.com/christmas-luxury-deal-unveiled-halcyon-court-ikeja-releases-4-bedroom-maisonettes-bq-at-%e2%82%a6399m-watch-youtube-video/

Economics

16 h. ago NNPC E&P Hits Record 355,000b/d Production, Highest Since 1989

The figures showed average daily production surged 52%, rising from 203,000 barrels per day in 2023 to 312,000 in 2025.  The post NNPC E&P Hits Record 355,000b/d Production, Highest Since 1989 appeared first on Channels Television.

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19 h. ago Stakeholders Proffer Solutions to Mining Finance Challenges At Forum

Prominent government officials, financiers, and other stakeholders in the mining industry have called for local funding solutions for mining operations in Nigeria and across Africa. This was one of the outcomes of the inaugural Ore Reserve Development Forum (ORDF) Inception Workshop, convened in partnership with the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) under the theme “Building […]

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21 h. ago PWDs International Day: NAPVID seeks adequate funding for commission

The Executive Director, Network for the Advancement of People With Visible Disabilities (NAPVID), Edo State chapter, Melody Omosah, has called on the state government to adequately fund the newly established commission for the Persons Living With Disabilities (PLWD) with the aim of addressing their needs. He made the appeal in Benin as part of their […]

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22 h. ago Imo statesman hails Ohakim’s wife’s nomination as ambassador

Elder statesman, Chief John Enyogasi has expressed his congratulations to former Imo State Governor Ikedi Ohakim on the nomination of his wife, Chioma Ohakim, for an ambassadorial position by President Bola Tinubu. Enyogasi, commended the Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, in a press release for recommending the former governor’s wife for the ambassadorial Read More: https://punchng.com/imo-statesman-hails-ohakims-wifes-nomination-as-ambassador/

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23 h. ago MTN Nigeria announces winners of the 2025 Nigeria PachiPanda challenge

.Team OneGrid Energies, Joshua Ndaman and Divine Peter advance to Africa finals MTN Nigeria has announced the winners of the 2025 Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge, a national innovation programme delivered in partnership with Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) through its local partner, the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nigeria. The […]

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