7 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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8 h. ago NHRC Seeks Stronger Media Partnership To Tackle Rising Digital Violence

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on the media to intensify public awareness on digital violence, warning that the country was witnessing a disturbing rise in technology-facilitated abuses, especially against women and girls. The Commission made the appeal on Tuesday during an advocacy visit to the Kaduna State Council of the Nigeria Union […]

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9 h. ago Arrest killers of five policemen in Bauchi community, Reps charge FG

Nigeria’s House of Reps urges the FG to arrest those behind the Bauchi police attack that killed five officers and to provide support for their families. Read More: https://punchng.com/arrest-killers-of-five-policemen-in-bauchi-community-reps-charge-fg/

Events

9 h. ago US Lawmakers Hold Briefing On Rising Attacks, ‘Persecution’ Of Christians In Nigeria Wednesday

The United States House Appropriations Committee will this Tuesday hold a high-level congressional briefing to address the rising violence and alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. According to a notice shared by US Congressman Riley Moore on X, the session will be convened by House Appropriations Committee Vice Chair and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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11 h. ago Abductions: Military Presence In Eruku Not Making Much Difference – Community Leader

Eruku has witnessed a series of attacks in recent weeks, including the assault on the Christ Apostolic Church, where about 38 worshippers were kidnapped. The post Abductions: Military Presence In Eruku Not Making Much Difference – Community Leader appeared first on Channels Television.

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11 h. ago We Won’t Negotiate With Criminals, Capable Of Handling Them – Kogi Govt

Kogi is among the North-Central states currently experiencing a surge in criminal attacks, which have led to several abductions in recent weeks. The post We Won’t Negotiate With Criminals, Capable Of Handling Them – Kogi Govt appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago Police Arrests 4 Suspects Over Attack On Personnel In Rivers

Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have arrested four persons suspected of being connected with the recent attack on some policemen in the Elioparanwo axis of Port Harcourt, the state capital. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Grace Iringe-Koko, a Superintendent of Police, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, […]

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12 h. ago Sanusi calls for revival of indigenous values to combat drug abuse

Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Emir of Kano, has called for the revival of indigenous values, knowledge systems, and traditional institutions read more Sanusi calls for revival of indigenous values to combat drug abuse

Politics

12 h. ago Trump orders inquiry into attacks on Nigerian Christians, says US lawmaker

Riley Moore, a member of the US House of Representatives, says United States president Donald Trump has directed him and read more Trump orders inquiry into attacks on Nigerian Christians, says US lawmaker

Politics

13 h. ago Police arrest five, recover stolen rifles after Rivers filling station attack

The Rivers police arrest five suspects linked to an attack on officers at a Port Harcourt filling station. Stolen police rifles were also recovered. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-five-recover-stolen-rifles-after-rivers-filling-station-attack/

Events

16 h. ago Gov Kefas Meets Tinubu After Defecting To All Progressives Congress

Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, on Monday met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja—his first visit to the State House since defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Kefas arrived at the Villa around 2 pm in the company of the APC national chairman, Prof. […]

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16 h. ago PICTORIAL: Police Recover N23.6m Gold Buried By Woman In Borno

The Borno State Police Command has successfully assisted a woman in the Mallam Fatori area to recover gold worth N23.6 million which she buried in the sand while fleeing a Boko Haram attack 15 years ago. The recovery was confirmed in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) Borno Command, ASP Nahum […]

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17 h. ago India orders phone manufacturers to preload govt cybersecurity app

India orders manufacturers to pre-install a non-removable government cybersecurity app, raising significant privacy and surveillance concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/india-orders-phone-manufacturers-to-preload-govt-cybersecurity-app/

Technology

19 h. ago APC Chieftain Condemns Alleged Harassment Of Aba Market Traders

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Prince Paul Ikonne, has condemned the alleged intimidation, extortion and unchecked harassment of traders in Aba market. Ikonne expressed worry over the untold hardship traders in Ariaria and other major markets in Aba are currently facing in the hands of alleged government-backed enforcers. In […]

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19 h. ago Nigeria should not be importing fuel, we have capacity to meet local demand —Dangote

•Seeks legislative backing for Nigeria First Policy President/Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has criticised the crude supply practices of international oil companies, insisting that Nigeria has no justification for importing crude or refined petroleum products if existing laws are properly enforced. Speaking during a visit by the South South Development Commission (SSDC) to […]

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22 h. ago Rivers Assembly attacks Fubara over infrastructure collapse, N600bn savings

Rivers Assembly criticizes Governor Fubara over deplorable schools despite N600bn in savings, fueling a fresh political crisis in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-assembly-attacks-fubara-over-infrastructure-collapse-n600bn-savings/

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24 h. ago Ataoja’s Public Endorsement Of Aregbesola, ADC Stirs Political Tension In Osun

As preparations for the 2026 governorship election gather pace in Osun State, the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji Olanipekun, Laroye II, has publicly declared his support for former governor, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, and the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a move that has stirred tension among opposition parties across the state. The monarch made the […]

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25 h. ago Abducted Niger Schoolchildren Will Be Back Soon, NSA Assures Parents

The Niger school abduction occurred on 21 November 2025, when armed bandits attacked St. Mary’s Catholic School in the remote community of Papiri. The post Abducted Niger Schoolchildren Will Be Back Soon, NSA Assures Parents appeared first on Channels Television.

Society

26 h. ago Boko Haram kills five, abducts others in coordinated attacks on Borno communities

…as military base was razed in Gwoza village At least five people have been killed and several others abducted after read more Boko Haram kills five, abducts others in coordinated attacks on Borno communities

Events

27 h. ago PHOTOS: Borno woman recovers N23m gold buried during Boko Haram escape

A Borno woman, with police help, recovers N23.6 million in gold she buried 15 years ago while escaping a Boko Haram attack in Mallam Fatori. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-borno-woman-recovers-n23m-gold-buried-during-boko-haram-escape/

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