46 m. ago Okpebholo Meets Released AAU Students, Warns Against Violence

Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has received the students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, and others, who were recently released following their arrest in connection with the violent Ekpoma protest, assuring them of his administration’s commitment to dialogue, reform and the overall development of the university and the state. The governor spoke during […]

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62 m. ago ‘No Special Treatment For MRS, All Marketers Buy Petrol On Equal Terms’, Dangote Clarifies

Dangote Refinery Plc has dismissed claims that its pricing structure favours MRS Oil Nigeria Plc or distorts competition in the downstream petroleum market, insisting that all marketers purchase petrol on equal terms at the refinery gate. The Managing Director of Dangote Refinery Plc, David Bird, stated this on Wednesday during a press briefing at the […]

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2 h. ago Musk’s Grok Blocks Feature Used In Undressing Images After Global Backlash

Elon Musk’s social media platform X has announced new restrictions to stop its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Grok, from generating sexualised images of real people, following worldwide outrage and multiple investigations into the tool’s misuse. The decision came after reports that Grok’s “Spicy Mode” feature was being used to create explicit, non-consensual deepfakes of women […]

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3 h. ago Nigeria retains Africa’s oil king title as rivals stumble – Wood Mackenzie

…attracts $5.3bn Nigeria maintained its position as Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading destination for upstream oil and gas investment in 2025, attracting read more Nigeria retains Africa’s oil king title as rivals stumble – Wood Mackenzie

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6 h. ago Meet Kemi Omotosho, the amazon taking charge at Multichoice Nigeria in its toughest moment

MultiChoice Nigeria has named Kemi Omotosho as its new Chief Executive Officer, entrusting her with the task of steering the read more Meet Kemi Omotosho, the amazon taking charge at Multichoice Nigeria in its toughest moment

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7 h. ago Exchange Commission, Police Partner To Tackle Illegal Scheme Operators, Crypto Fraudsters

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Nigeria Police Force have forged an alliance against illegal scheme operators, investment frauds, and cryptocurrency frauds in a bid to protect the hard-earned savings and the financial dreams of the Nigerian people. The director-general of the SEC, Dr Emomotimi Agama, stated this during a meeting with the […]

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8 h. ago NUPRC Meets With Prospective Bidders On Sale Of 50 Oil Blocks

The pre-bid conference, which took place in Lagos and was attended by top government officials, members of the Oil Producers Trade Section, Independent Petroleum Producers Group, and other stakeholders The post NUPRC Meets With Prospective Bidders On Sale Of 50 Oil Blocks appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago NUPRC Meets With Prospective Bidders Over Sale Of 50 Oil Blocks

The pre-bid conference, which took place in Lagos and was attended by top government officials, members of the Oil Producers Trade Section, Independent Petroleum Producers Group, and other stakeholders The post NUPRC Meets With Prospective Bidders Over Sale Of 50 Oil Blocks appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Musk’s Grok barred from undressing images after global backlash

Following global backlash and legal probes, Elon Musk’s X is blocking its Grok AI images feature from creating sexualized deepfakes of real people. Read More: https://punchng.com/musks-grok-barred-from-undressing-images-after-global-backlash/

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20 h. ago NJC Okays Justice Oyewole For Supreme Court, 35 Others For Judicial Appointments

The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended Justice Olubunmi Oyewole, a serving Justice of the Court of Appeal, Enugu Division, for appointment to the Supreme Court as a Justice of the apex court The Council, at its 110th meeting held between January 13 and 14, 2026, presided over by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. […]

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20 h. ago NUPRC chief Eyesan targets production boost, revenue expansion in upstream sector

Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, commission chief executive (CCE) of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), has unveiled her vision for the read more NUPRC chief Eyesan targets production boost, revenue expansion in upstream sector

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22 h. ago Economy: “Nigeria To Record Fastest Growth In 2026” — World Bank

The World Bank announced yesterday that Nigeria’s economy is on track to record its fastest growth in more than a decade, upgrading its forecast for the country’s economic growth to 4.4 per cent for 2026 and 2027. The World Bank disclosed this in its latest Global Economic Prospects report released yesterday. The latest growth forecast […] The post Economy: “Nigeria To Record Fastest Growth In 2026” — World Bank appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Navy Launches Operation Delta Sentinel To Enhance Maritime Security, Targets 2.5mbpd Oil Production

The Nigerian Navy has launched Operation Delta Sentinel, a new initiative aimed at strengthening maritime security in the Niger Delta and boosting oil production. The operation, which replaces Operation Delta Sanity, was part of the Federal Government’s efforts to increase oil exploration and production, with a target of 2.5 million barrels per day by 2027. […]

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29 h. ago VIDEO: We have the same spec, Adeleke jokes about son’s choice of bride

Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke goes viral after a speech at his son’s wedding, joking that they both have the ‘same spec’ after meeting his bride. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-we-have-the-same-spec-adeleke-jokes-about-sons-choice-of-bride/

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29 h. ago Meet Newly Appointed Female CEOs Of Eko DisCo, MultiChoice Nigeria

Their appointments highlight sweeping awareness on the importance of the female gender in building successful globally competitive businesses. The post Meet Newly Appointed Female CEOs Of Eko DisCo, MultiChoice Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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33 h. ago JAMB releases guidelines, fees, dates for 2026 UTME, direct entry admissions

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the commencement of the sale of application documents for the 2026 read more JAMB releases guidelines, fees, dates for 2026 UTME, direct entry admissions

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44 h. ago JAMB begins 2026 UTME, DE forms sale January 26, sets registration, exam dates

JAMB begins sale of 2026 UTME & DE forms on Jan 26. Get full details on registration timelines, exam dates, e-PIN costs, and eligibility requirements. Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-begins-2026-utme-de-forms-sale-january-26-sets-registration-exam-dates/

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46 h. ago Meet Temitope Adeniyi, the UNESCO honoree developing quantum sensors for early disease detection

Long before a tumour becomes visible on a scan, or symptoms sends a patient rushing to hospital, there are faint read more Meet Temitope Adeniyi, the UNESCO honoree developing quantum sensors for early disease detection

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46 h. ago US designates Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, others as ‘terrorist’ groups

The US has designated Muslim Brotherhood chapters in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations, a move that blocks assets and criminalizes tran Read More: https://punchng.com/us-designates-muslim-brotherhood-in-egypt-others-as-terrorist-groups/

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46 h. ago Standard Chartered accelerates Africa pullback with Botswana sale

Standard Chartered Plc is exploring the sale of its entire stake in Standard Chartered Bank Botswana Limited, raising the prospect read more Standard Chartered accelerates Africa pullback with Botswana sale

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