15 h. ago Ahmadu Bello Varsity Gets Hosting Rights For 29th NUGA Games

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has received provisional hosting rights for the 29th Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) Games scheduled for 2028. The Nigerian University Games Association is a biennial event that brings together student-athletes from universities across the country. The award of the hosting rights was conveyed in a letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor […]

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17 h. ago Obasanjo, Jonathan, Jega Laud Tambuwal At 60, Call for National Unity

Former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Attahiru Jega, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have lauded Senator Aminu Tambuwal for his contributions to the nation’s democratic experience. Speaking earlier at the 60th Birthday Colloquium of Tambuwal, also a former Sokoto State governor yesterday in Abuja, […]

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32 h. ago Presidency Counters KPMG, Reaffirms Policy Logic Behind New Tax Laws

The Presidency has pushed back against observations made by KPMG on Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws, insisting that the reforms reflected deliberate policy choices rooted in economic logic, global best practice, and Nigeria’s long-term development objectives. In a detailed response issued by the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, the government acknowledged that some […]

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33 h. ago Federal Government Orders Enforcement Of ‘No Work, No Pay’ On JOHESU

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has directed Chief Medical Directors and Medical Directors of all federal hospitals to immediately enforce the federal government’s “No Work, No Pay” policy on members of the Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Healthcare Professionals (JOHESU), who have been on strike since November 14, 2025. The […]

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33 h. ago Renewed Hope In Action: How President Tinubu Is Propelling Interior Ministry Reforms

On a good day, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) hardly celebrates politicians. But an exception was made recently. The association expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Honorable Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for his outstanding efforts in ensuring easy passport processing for Nigerian students in the Diaspora. The President of NANS Headquarters, Usman Adamu […]

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33 h. ago Presidential fiscal committee pushes back on KPMG critique of new tax laws

Nigeria’s Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has pushed back against criticisms of the country’s new tax laws, arguing read more Presidential fiscal committee pushes back on KPMG critique of new tax laws

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36 h. ago Kano announces census of tertiary schools for better policy planning

Kano State will conduct a comprehensive tertiary census from Jan 14-23, 2026, to gather data for effective planning and improved educational outcomes. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-announces-census-of-tertiary-schools-for-better-policy-planning/

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41 h. ago Minneapolis neighbours rally to shield immigrant families from ICE raids

Discover how a Minneapolis community rallies to shield immigrant families from ICE raids with neighborhood watches, school transport, and food deliveries. Read More: https://punchng.com/minneapolis-neighbours-rally-to-shield-immigrant-families-from-ice-raids/

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47 h. ago HAOF Advancing Leadership, Recognition, Empowerment Across Nigeria — Anabueze

The Humanitarian Achievement and Outreach Foundation (HAOF), led by Mr. Emmanuel Anabueze, has outlined its 2026 vision, emphasising leadership empowerment, student entrepreneurship support, and recognition of humanitarian excellence across Nigeria. HAOF continued to deliver impact through its three flagship programmes, namely; Empower Her Voice Conference: annual platform for women and young ladies focused on mentorship, […]

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50 h. ago Old students laud Makinde’s school concession policy, present SUV to principal

Government College Ibadan’s old boys laud Governor Makinde’s school concession policy, gifting an SUV to the new principal to improve educational standards Read More: https://punchng.com/old-students-laud-makindes-school-concession-policy-present-suv-to-principal/

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53 h. ago FG moves to cut education costs, introduces reusable textbook policy

limits graduation ceremonies to primary 6, JSS3, SSS3 The Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive policy framework aimed at reducing read more FG moves to cut education costs, introduces reusable textbook policy

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55 h. ago Obi welcome back to LP if denied ADC presidential ticket – Datti Baba

The 2023 Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has said his principal, Peter Obi, would be received back into the party if he fails to clinch the African Democratic Congress presidential ticket for the 2027 election. Baba-Ahmed stated this during an interview with Channels Television on Friday. He argued that it would be better Read More: https://punchng.com/obi-welcome-back-to-lp-if-denied-adc-presidential-ticket-datti-baba-ahmed/

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56 h. ago Federal Government Limits School Graduation Ceremonies To Primary 6, JSS3, SSS3 Only

The Federal Government has restricted graduation ceremonies in schools across the country to only pupils and students completing Primary 6, Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) and Senior Secondary School 3 (SSS3). The government said this was aimed at curbing excessive celebrations and reducing the financial burden on parents. The decision was announced by the Minister […]

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57 h. ago Nine years after, Governor Lawal presents certificates to 50 Zamfara students of Crescent University

Read the latest on Governor Dauda Lawal’s administration in Zamfara. From settling student debts to launching projects and empowering entrepreneurs. Read More: https://punchng.com/nine-years-after-governor-lawal-presents-certificates-to-50-zamfara-students-of-crescent-university/

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63 h. ago Amnesty Programme Sends 34 Postgraduate Scholarship Beneficiaries To UK

Presidential Amnesty Programme  (PAP) has sent another 34 postgraduate scholarship beneficiaries to universities in the United Kingdom (UK) for the 2025-2026 academic year. The scholars’ programmes include data science, fintech analytics, cyber security, international energy law and policy, construction project management, public health, agri-food technology, and electrical and petroleum engineering, among others. In December 2025, […]

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69 h. ago Hostel hustle: UNILAG students trapped between scarce beds and costly rents

UNILAG students grapple with a severe accommodation crisis. Limited on-campus housing and exorbitant off-campus rents leave many financially strained. Read More: https://punchng.com/hostel-hustle-unilag-students-trapped-between-scarce-beds-and-costly-rents/

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69 h. ago Jigawa sacks food contractors over substandard school meals, alleged fraud

Jigawa’s government has dismissed and suspended several food contractors for fraud and supplying substandard meals to boarding schools. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-sacks-food-contractors-over-substandard-school-meals-alleged-fraud/

Culture

2 d. ago My AFCON 2025 observatory: Land is strategy, not scenery: What Morocco’s highways reveal about power, policy, and Nigeria’s blind spot

So far, so good—the football matches at AFCON 2025 in Morocco have been excellent. But the real education begins outside read more My AFCON 2025 observatory: Land is strategy, not scenery: What Morocco’s highways reveal about power, policy, and Nigeria’s blind spot

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3 d. ago Jigawa sacks school feeding contractors over poor food quality, others

The Jigawa State government has sacked contractors in its school feeding program over fraud, supplying substandard food, and inflating student numbers. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-sacks-school-feeding-contractors-over-poor-food-quality-others/

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3 d. ago Rector assures new Kogi poly intake of modern infrastructure

Kogi State Polytechnic’s Rector, Salisu Ogbo, assures the new Kogi poly intake of a student-centered environment with modern labs, secure hostels, and more Read More: https://punchng.com/rector-assures-new-kogi-poly-intake-of-modern-infrastructure/

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