3 h. ago [BREAKING] LG autonomy: Tinubu threatens govs with direct FAAC deductions

President Tinubu warns governors he may enforce LG autonomy with an Executive Order for direct FAAC deductions, urging compliance with a Supreme Court ruli Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-lg-autonomy-tinubu-threatens-govs-with-direct-faac-deductions/

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4 h. ago LG autonomy: Osun Rep, Wole Oke, urges states to obey Supreme Court judgement 

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs and member representing Obokun- Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State, Hon Busayo Oluwole Oke, has counselled state governments across the country to comply fully with the Supreme Court rulings on Local Government autonomy, insisting that the decisions are binding and not open to legislative […]

Events

5 h. ago Abbas urges FG to prioritise jobs, realistic spending in 2026

Speaker Tajudeen Abbas calls on the Federal Government to prioritise job creation and realistic spending in the Nigerian 2026 budget proposal. Read More: https://punchng.com/abbas-urges-fg-to-prioritise-jobs-realistic-spending-in-2026/

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6 h. ago KACCIMA urges FG to halt fuel importation amid rising local refining capacity

The Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KACCIMA) has raised concerns over the Federal Government’s import policies, warning read more KACCIMA urges FG to halt fuel importation amid rising local refining capacity

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6 h. ago Tinubu urged me to turn Plateau crisis into profit – Mutfwang

Plateau State launches a seed potato initiative to empower 20,000 farmers, boost food security, and turn state crises into economic opportunities. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-urged-me-to-turn-plateau-crisis-into-profit-mutfwang/

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6 h. ago CSOs raise the alarm over killings, demand protection for IDPs

A coalition of CSOs calls on the Nigerian government for urgent protection for IDPs following a persistent pattern of deadly attacks during Christmas. Read More: https://punchng.com/csos-raise-the-alarm-over-killings-demand-protection-for-idps/

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10 h. ago NANS urges Tinubu to declare state of emergency on insecurity

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) calls on President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency on insecurity in Nigeria and empower the mil Read More: https://punchng.com/nans-urges-tinubu-to-declare-state-of-emergency-on-insecurity/

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13 h. ago Nigeria must train farmers to boost farm yields, reduce food waste – Arzikin Noma MD

Michael Adeshola is the Group General Manager of Arzikin Noma, an agricultural firm that partners with smallholder farmers to produce read more Nigeria must train farmers to boost farm yields, reduce food waste – Arzikin Noma MD

Society

13 h. ago Lagos enlists traditional rulers’ support for measles–rubella vaccination campaign

The Lagos State government enlists traditional rulers to support the upcoming Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign to combat misinformation and boost immun Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-enlists-traditional-rulers-support-for-measles-rubella-vaccination-campaign/

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14 h. ago Mammoth crowd welcomes Governor Lawal in historic visit to Dansadau

Governor Lawal launches key Zamfara development projects, including a Dansadau visit, PHC overhaul, new scholarships, and a €5.1M EU peace initiative. Read More: https://punchng.com/mammoth-crowd-welcomes-governor-lawal-in-historic-visit-to-dansadau/

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15 h. ago NIPSS seeks military support for research, policy initiatives

The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) calls for stronger military support from Nigeria’s Armed Forces for its research initiative Read More: https://punchng.com/nipss-seeks-military-support-for-research-policy-initiatives/

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16 h. ago IPMAN eyes refinery ownership, orders members to buy Dangote fuel

IPMAN directs its members to buy fuel from the Dangote Refinery to boost domestic supply and plans to venture into refinery ownership in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ipman-eyes-refinery-ownership-orders-members-to-buy-dangote-fuel/

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23 h. ago Maternal health gets boost in Bauchi as women welcome UNICEF support

Discover how UNICEF’s support is boosting maternal health in Bauchi. Women report improved well-being from multiple micronutrient supplements. Read More: https://punchng.com/maternal-health-gets-boost-in-bauchi-as-women-welcome-unicef-support/

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25 h. ago FG unveils digital platform to enhance agric sector efficiency

The Nigerian government has launched a new digital agriculture platform to boost efficiency, strengthen transparency, and improve service delivery in the s Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-digital-platform-to-enhance-agric-sector-efficiency/

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26 h. ago Yuletide: Patronise recognised motor parks for travel safety, RTEAN urges Nigerians

RTEAN urges Nigerians to prioritise their yuletide travel safety by patronising recognised motor parks to avoid the dangers of roadside transport. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-patronise-recognised-motor-parks-for-travel-safety-rtean-urges-nigerians/

Transport

27 h. ago FG calls for swift completion of BUA’s Lafiagi sugar factory

The Federal Government has called on BUA Foods to urgently complete its expansive sugar factory in Lafiagi, Kwara State, as read more FG calls for swift completion of BUA’s Lafiagi sugar factory

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27 h. ago Zamfara unveils safe delivery initiative to boost maternal health

Zamfara State’s Ministry of Health launches a safe delivery initiative to enhance maternal and newborn healthcare by upgrading facilities and care services Read More: https://punchng.com/zamfara-unveils-safe-delivery-initiative-to-boost-maternal-health/

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28 h. ago Army set to realign training, operations for combat readiness – COAS

Nigerian Army announces a major overhaul of its training and operations to boost professionalism and army combat readiness for complex security challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-set-to-realign-training-operations-for-combat-readiness-coas/

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29 h. ago PAP scholarship scheme, vehicle for better future for Niger Delta — Otuaro

He urged the participants to be role models for stability and peace ambassadors of President Tinubu in the Niger Delta.

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30 h. ago Nigeria remains cheapest market for air travel – United Airlines CEO

says rising airfares not unusual during festive season urges government to remove taxes, cut levies to lower fares Amid widespread read more Nigeria remains cheapest market for air travel – United Airlines CEO

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