1 hour ago US Reps Probe ‘Religious Persecution Of Nigerians’, Backs Trump’s Moves

The United States House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the allegations of religious persecution of Nigerians. The House, through its Appropriations Committee, said it will continue to work closely with the President Donald Trump administration to combat religious persecution around the world. The House Appropriations Vice Chairman and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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2 h. ago Akwa Ibom faults IPI blacklist, denies repressing press freedom

The Akwa Ibom State Government refutes its inclusion in the IPI Nigeria’s blacklist, denying all allegations of media repression and threats to press freed Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-faults-ipi-blacklist-denies-repressing-press-freedom/

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2 h. ago 2Baba: Edo Assembly summons Natasha Osawaru over trending video

The Edo State House of Assembly on Tuesday summoned the member representing Egor Constituency, Hon. Natasha Irobosa, to appear before its Committee on Ethics and Privileges within one week.

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3 h. ago Edo Assembly Summons 2Baba’s Wife Natasha Over Altercation In Viral Video

The Edo State House of Assembly, on Tuesday, summoned the member representing Egor Consistency, Hon. Natasha Irobosa to appear before its Ethics and Privileges Committee within one week. The Assembly said that the female lawmaker was summoned to defend herself in respect of a case of misconduct levelled against her. LEADERSHIP reports that Hon. Natasha […]

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4 h. ago NCDMB reports 61% local content in petroleum industry, unveils $100m equity fund

NCDMB achieves 61% Nigerian local content in the petroleum industry, nearing its 70% goal. A new $100m equity fund is unveiled to boost further growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncdmb-reports-61-local-content-in-petroleum-industry-unveils-100m-equity-fund/

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4 h. ago Reps ask FG to apprehend killers of five policemen in Bauchi

The House of Representatives on Tuesday urged the Federal Government to immediately apprehend and prosecute the armed men who ambushed and killed five police officers in the Sabon Sara/Darazo/Ganjuwa Federal Constituency of Bauchi State.

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6 h. ago Stakeholders urge govts to boost funding for GBV prevention, response

A new report by Invictus Africa reveals inadequate GBV funding in Nigeria is hindering prevention and response efforts. Stakeholders urge governments to ac Read More: https://punchng.com/stakeholders-urge-govts-to-boost-funding-for-gbv-prevention-response/

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6 h. ago Beyond the blame game: The real economics driving Nigeria’s price crisis

When you walk into the market today, you don’t need a World Bank report to know something is fundamentally wrong. read more Beyond the blame game: The real economics driving Nigeria’s price crisis

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6 h. ago Police Arrest Masquerader For Causing Public Disturbance In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a man, identified as David Effiong, for allegedly causing a public disturbance while dressed in full masquerade attire, in violation of the state government’s directive banning such displays. Effiong was reportedly taken into custody on Tuesday after residents raised alarm that a masquerader was creating a nuisance […]

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6 h. ago SSS Arraigns Sowore, Facebook, X For Cybercrime Over Posts Calling Tinubu Criminal

The State Security Service (SSS) on Tuesday arraigned Omoyele Sowore, human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, at the Federal High Court in Abuja for allegedly cyberbullying President Bola Tinubu by calling him a criminal. Mr Sowore was arraigned alongside the parent companies of Facebook and X over his posts on the social media […] The post SSS Arraigns Sowore, Facebook, X For Cybercrime Over Posts Calling Tinubu Criminal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Bauchi recorded 75 homicides, 28 kidnappings in one year — Commissioner

Bauchi State releases its latest crime statistics, reporting 75 homicides, 28 kidnappings, and 86 rape cases within the past legal year. Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-recorded-75-homicides-28-kidnappings-in-one-year-commissioner/

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7 h. ago Media Experts Decry Threats To Journalism, Seek Legal Protection For Reporters

Media experts have raised fresh concerns over the escalating threats confronting professional journalism in Nigeria, warning that unchecked misinformation, unregulated online content, and the absence of legislative protection for journalists pose a growing danger to the nation’s democracy. Former President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Chris Isiguzo, speaking at the NUJ FCT 2025 […]

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8 h. ago Palace refutes report of Osun monarch’s death, says Famodun was ex

The palace of the Owa of Igbajo has refuted reports of the monarch’s death, clarifying that it was the ex-monarch, Adegboyega Famodun, who passed away. Read More: https://punchng.com/palace-refutes-report-of-osun-monarchs-death-says-famodun-was-ex-monarch/

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8 h. ago Hong Kong Set Up ‘Independent Committee’ To Probe Fire Incident

While Hong Kong has seen an outpouring of grief, local media reported that several people who were calling for answers and accountability had been arrested. The post Hong Kong Set Up ‘Independent Committee’ To Probe Fire Incident appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Bauchi govt reiterates commitment to strengthening judicial system

The government would continue to invest in judicial infrastructure, training and enhance the welfare of judicial officers..

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8 h. ago No Media Repression Under Tinubu, Federal Government Affirms

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to press freedom, democratic accountability, and the protection of Nigeria’s information space, insisting that the administration of President Bola Tinubu remained fully aligned with global norms of media independence. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this on Tuesday in Abuja while speaking at the International […]

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8 h. ago Cyberbullying: Sowore pleads not guilty as DSS files charges

The Department of State Services (DSS) on Tuesday brought Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore before the Federal High Court in read more Cyberbullying: Sowore pleads not guilty as DSS files charges

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8 h. ago Senate Passes Bill To Establish Nationwide Emergency Reporting System

The bill seeks to create a uniform, accessible and rapid emergency response system through a toll-free number available nationwide. The post Senate Passes Bill To Establish Nationwide Emergency Reporting System appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 h. ago IPI blacklists Bago, Eno, Egbetokun over press freedom violations

IPI Nigeria names Governors Bago, Eno, and IGP Egbetokun in its ‘Book of Infamy’ for significant press freedom violations and media repression. Read More: https://punchng.com/ipi-blacklists-bago-eno-egbetokun-over-press-freedom-violations/

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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/

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