4 h. ago ‘Budget delays, electioneering threaten IMF’s 4.4% growth outlook’

The IMF projects a 4.4% growth for Nigeria in 2026, but analysts warn that stalled budgets and pre-election politicking threaten this optimistic economic o Read More: https://punchng.com/budget-delays-electioneering-threaten-imfs-4-4-growth-outlook/

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5 h. ago Biochemists warn farmers against using toxic chemicals as fertilisers

Biochemists warn farmers against using toxic fertilisers to hasten crop growth, highlighting major risks to food safety and long-term human health. Read More: https://punchng.com/biochemists-warn-farmers-against-using-toxic-chemicals-as-fertilisers/

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5 h. ago Using insecticides for lice, dandruff can kill, doctors tell Nigerians

Doctors warn that using insecticides for lice or dandruff is highly toxic. Applying chemicals like Sniper to your scalp can lead to poisoning, coma, and de Read More: https://punchng.com/using-insecticides-for-lice-dandruff-can-kill-doctors-tell-nigerians/

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7 h. ago CISLAC urges N’Assembly to prioritise governance ahead of 2027 elections

CISLAC warns the 10th National Assembly against early electioneering, urging lawmakers to prioritise governance and key reforms to address Nigeria’s challe Read More: https://punchng.com/cislac-urges-nassembly-to-prioritise-governance-ahead-of-2027-elections/

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12 h. ago Dismissed Police Officer Arrested For Robbery, ₦150,000 Extortion In Niger

The Niger State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old dismissed police officer, Haruna Haggai, for allegedly impersonating a serving police officer, snatching motorcycles and extorting residents of Minna, the state capital. Haggai was arrested on January 16, 2026, at about 10:00 p.m. at his residence in the Sauka-Kahuta area by operatives of the Force Intelligence […]

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17 h. ago FRSC warns motorists to exercise caution during hazy weather

The Federal Road Safety Corps has urged motorists across Nigeria to exercise heightened caution due to prevailing hazy weather, which has reduced visibility on major highways and increased the risk of road traffic crashes. The Corps explained that the current dust haze, caused largely by seasonal atmospheric conditions, significantly impairs drivers’ vision. In a statement Read More: https://punchng.com/frsc-warns-motorists-to-exercise-caution-during-hazy-weather/

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18 h. ago US Steps Up Military Action, Intelligence Sharing With Nigeria

The United States military has stepped up material deliveries and intelligence sharing with Nigeria as part of a broader push to counter Islamic State-linked militants across Africa, the deputy commander of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), Lieutenant General John Brennan, has said. Speaking in an interview with AFP on the sidelines of a US–Nigeria security […]

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19 h. ago Governor Adeleke Demands Immediate Release Of Withheld ₦130bn Osun LG Funds

Osun State governor, Senator Nurudeen Ademola Adeleke, has demanded the immediate release of over ₦130 billion in statutory allocations withheld from the state’s local government area councils, warning that the action was crippling grassroots governance and inflicting severe hardship on workers and residents across the state. According to a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mallam […]

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20 h. ago Police Arrest 12, Recover 3 Pump Action Guns, Others In Delta

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested 12 suspects and recovered large quantities of illicit drugs and dangerous weapons in two separate intelligence-led operations. On 22nd January, 2026 at about 1610 hours, operatives of the command’s Buffalo Patrol Team on routine stop-and-search duty at the Head Bridge boundary between Anambra and Delta States, […]

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21 h. ago Oyo Police Intercept Truck Conveying Suspected Explosive Materials In Saki

PRESS RELEASE INTERCEPTION OF TRUCK CONVEYING SUSPECTED EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS IN SAKI The Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of an operational success recorded by the Command following an intelligence-led operation. Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Command intercepted a truck conveying materials suspected to be explosive devices during a stop-and-search […] The post Oyo Police Intercept Truck Conveying Suspected Explosive Materials In Saki appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago We’re increasing intelligence, equipment support for Nigeria — US military

The US military is increasing intelligence sharing and equipment support for Nigeria to combat IS-linked militants, says an Africom commander. Read More: https://punchng.com/were-increasing-intelligence-equipment-support-for-nigeria-us-military/

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23 h. ago Women Group Begs Tinubu’s To Intervene In Rivers Political Crisis

The South-South Professional Women Association International (SSPWAI) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene in the political crisis rocking Rivers State, warning that prolonged instability could threaten national economic interests and public safety. Speaking at a press briefing yesterday, the association’s national president, Dr. Mrs. Constance Mbang, said the lingering tensions surrounding […]

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31 h. ago Otunba title holders eligible for Awujale stool – Ijebu chiefs

Ijebu chiefs clarify that Otunba title holders are legally qualified for the Awujale stool, warning against any selection process that excludes them. Read More: https://punchng.com/otunba-title-holders-eligible-for-awujale-stool-ijebu-chiefs/

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35 h. ago 2027: “Dropping Northern Muslim From Presidential Ticket Could Hurt APC” — Culture Minister

The Minister of Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has warned that the All Progressives Congress risks undermining its chances in the 2027 general election if it drops a Northern Muslim from President Bola Tinubu’s re-election ticket. Musawa made the remarks during a recent episode of Mic On Show with journalist Seun Okinbaloye, amid […] The post 2027: “Dropping Northern Muslim From Presidential Ticket Could Hurt APC” — Culture Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Dismissing minority report on tax laws alteration will aid impunity — Rep

A Rep warns that dismissing a report on alleged tax laws alteration will encourage impunity and undermine the National Assembly’s authority and integrity. Read More: https://punchng.com/dismissing-minority-report-on-tax-laws-alteration-will-aid-impunity-rep/

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38 h. ago Oil exploration: Showunmi warns against Ogun East–West divide, urges balanced development

PDP’s Segun Showunmi cautions against an East-West divide over Ogun oil exploration, urging balanced development for both Tongeji Island and Eba Community. Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-exploration-showunmi-warns-against-ogun-east-west-divide-urges-balanced-development/

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40 h. ago Kano Government Warns Supporters Against Insulting Kwankwaso

The Kano State Government has warned supporters of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf against making inflammatory remarks or insulting the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, cautioning that such actions will attract disciplinary measures. The warning was issued on Saturday by the spokesperson of the Governor, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, while making the […]

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42 h. ago Millat Group boosts Africa’s global tourism intelligence with Skift Megatrends

The Millat Group has secured South Africa as the host of the first-ever Skift Megatrends event on African soil, marking read more Millat Group boosts Africa’s global tourism intelligence with Skift Megatrends

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42 h. ago Florence Ajimobi Denies Declaring 2027 Elections A ‘War,’ Says Viral Video Is AI

Florence Ajimobi has refuted a video circulating on social media that shows her declaring ‘war’ against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the upcoming 2027 elections in Oyo State, describing the footage as digitally manipulated with artificial intelligence. In an official statement issued on Saturday, Dr. Ajimobi’s office confirmed that the video iwa an AI-generated […]

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43 h. ago 2027: Dropping Northern Muslim from presidential ticket could hurt APC — Minister

Minister Hannatu Musawa warns the APC that dropping a Northern Muslim from its 2027 presidential ticket could undermine the party’s election chances. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-dropping-northern-muslim-from-presidential-ticket-could-hurt-apc-minister/

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