2 h. ago AFCON: Moroccan police probe illegal resale of match tickets

Moroccan police have opened a judicial investigation into the illegal sale of match tickets for the 2025 Africa Cup of read more AFCON: Moroccan police probe illegal resale of match tickets

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2 h. ago Gombe Governor Sacks 4 Aides Over Assault On Councillor In Viral Video

Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has approved the immediate disengagement of his aide, Adamu Abdullahi Danko, the Senior Special Assistant II (Domestic) and three others, following the investigation into the physical assault on Hon. Abdulrahman Abubakar Sheriff, the Councillor representing Shamaki Ward in Gombe local government area Council in Gombe State. This was contained in a […]

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3 h. ago Ugochinyere warns against intimidation, urges IG to probe Imo police command

Rep. Ugochinyere calls on the IG to investigate the Imo Police Command for intimidation after they allegedly sealed off his reception venue. Read More: https://punchng.com/ugochinyere-warns-against-intimidation-urges-ig-to-probe-imo-police-command/

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6 h. ago Ladoja restates call for creation of Ibadan State, meets Senate President

…seeks laws to ensure respect for the dignity of traditional institution Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja,the Olubadan of Ibadanland has enlisted read more Ladoja restates call for creation of Ibadan State, meets Senate President

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6 h. ago Yuletide: Passengers flood train stations as NRC slash fares by 50%

The festive rail service runs from Tuesday, 23 December 2025 to Sunday, 4 January 2025...

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7 h. ago Osun 2026: Adeleke’s defection attracting more members — Accord Party

The Accord Party in Osun reports a massive increase in membership nationwide following Governor Ademola Adeleke’s defection, positioning it for 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-2026-adelekes-defection-attracting-more-members-accord-party/

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8 h. ago Segilola Resources Closes A Year of Impact With Christmas Celebration For Host Communities  

Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL), a subsidiary of Thor Explorations Ltd. and operator of Nigeria’s first commercial gold mine, has closed out a remarkable, impactful year with a grand Christmas celebration that delivered festive cheer to over 2,000 children and their families across its host communities in Osun State. The end-of-year celebration, which held at […]

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12 h. ago Outcry Follows CBS Pulling Program On Prison Key To Trump Deportations

CBS had been due to air the investigation late Sunday about alleged abuses at the CECOT center in El Salvador on its flagship "60 Minutes" program, seen by many as one of the most prestigious and hard-hitting institutions in US journalism. The post Outcry Follows CBS Pulling Program On Prison Key To Trump Deportations appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago ILO, FG build new pool of SIYB trainers to tackle unemployment in Nigeria

The Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment (FMLE), in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), has trained a new pool of business development trainers under the globally recognised Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) programme as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s deepening unemployment and underemployment challenges.

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14 h. ago NBA demands probe into disputed tax reform laws, urges suspension

The Nigerian Bar Association calls for an investigation into Nigeria’s tax reform laws, citing discrepancies that undermine the legislative process. Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-demands-probe-into-disputed-tax-reform-laws-urges-suspension/

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14 h. ago Why Katsina Is Betting On Livestock To Fight Poverty, Insecurity – Prof Bakori

Through innovative livestock programmes, support for small-scale farmers, and targeted investments in poultry, fisheries, and beekeeping, the state is turning tradition into opportunity. Commissioner for Livestock Development, Prof. Ahmed Bakori, in this interview explains how these initiatives are creating jobs, boosting income, and addressing insecurity, offering a modern blueprint for agricultural prosperity in Katsina State. […]

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14 h. ago NNL Launches Inquiry Into Disturbing Events At Gombe Utd Vs Jigawa Stars Match

The Nigeria National League (NNL) has expressed strong condemnation and launched a full investigation following “unacceptable” incidents during the match between Gombe United FC and Jigawa Golden Stars on Saturday, 21st December 2025. Danlami Alanana, Chief Operating Officer of the NNL, conveyed the league’s profound displeasure regarding reports from the encounter, which took place at […]

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18 h. ago Acting Oyo/Osun Customs boss pledges professionalism, discipline

He assured officers and stakeholders that his administration would consolidate the gains recorded and work diligently...

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19 h. ago The economics of birth: How caesarean sections reveal Nigeria’s deepest health divides

The caesarean section has undergone a quiet but consequential transformation. Once a measure of last resort, summoned only when childbirth read more The economics of birth: How caesarean sections reveal Nigeria’s deepest health divides

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20 h. ago Osun APC LG Chairmen present proposed 2026 budgets, days after PDP chairmen’s presentation

The chairman of Egbedore Local Government Area elected under the All Progressive Congress (APC), Honourable Hissa Akinwale, on Monday, presented the proposed 2026 budget, totalling N6,200,500,000. It will be recalled that the local government chairmen elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state had earlier presented their budgets before the state House of […]

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21 h. ago Preventing job racketeering: A call for transparency in Bauchi’s 10,000 workers recruitment

IT is now exactly six months since the Bauchi State government, under the esteemed leadership of His Excellency, Senator Bala Muhammad Abdulkadir, announced the recruitment of 10,000 workers across the state. This initiative was widely welcomed as a strategic effort to reduce unemployment and provide opportunities for the growing number of graduates in Bauchi. However, […]

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22 h. ago Glo Celebrates Christmas, Encourages Compassion Among Nigerians

Telecommunications giant, Globacom has extended warm Christmas greetings to Christians and Nigerians across the country as they join the global community in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. In a goodwill message released on Tuesday, the company described Christmas as a season that invites deep reflection, particularly for Christians, while calling on them to live […]

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25 h. ago Osun monarch dismisses reports of terrorists presence in community

The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, dismisses reports of terrorists in his community, calling the information false and misleading. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-monarch-dismisses-reports-of-terrorists-presence-in-community/

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25 h. ago NMA backs C’River clampdown on illegal traditional medicine practitioners

The Nigeria Medical Association praises Cross River State’s clampdown on illegal traditional medicine practitioners to safeguard public health from unsafe Read More: https://punchng.com/nma-backs-criver-clampdown-on-illegal-traditional-medicine-practitioners/

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26 h. ago Yuletide: NRC slashes train fares by 50% to ease travel burden

Traveling for Yuletide? The NRC slashes train fares by 50% from Dec 23 to Jan 4 to ease travel costs. Learn more about the festive discount. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-nrc-slashes-train-fares-by-50-to-ease-travel-burden/

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