1 hour ago Court remands FCTA director over alleged forgery of land titles

The ICPC told the court that the case stemmed from intelligence reports and a petition by members...

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2 h. ago NEMA activates Benin operations office after tanker fire in Edo

The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs Zubaida Umar, has approved the activation of the NEMA Benin Operations Office to promptly coordinate response efforts following a tanker fire incident along the Auchi–Jattu Road in Auchi, Edo State.

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4 h. ago Which Cryptocurrencies and Fiat Options Should You Use for Maximum Returns?

Choosing the right mix of cryptocurrencies and fiat options can shape how much value a portfolio builds over time. The market offers both established digital coins and traditional fiat-backed assets, each serving a unique purpose. The key lies in identifying which assets balance growth potential with stability to create stronger long-term returns. A smart approach […]

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4 h. ago UPDATED: Court retains Ngige’s EFCC bail, demands top civil servant surety

FCT High Court upholds Chris Ngige’s EFCC bail but imposes new conditions, including a top civil servant surety, pending his N2.2bn contract fraud trial. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-court-retains-ngiges-efcc-bail-demands-top-civil-servant-surety/

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4 h. ago French ‘Doctor Death’ jailed for life over patient poisonings

A French court in Besançon, eastern France, has sentenced former anaesthetist Frédéric Péchier to life imprisonment for intentionally poisoning 30 patients

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5 h. ago Protect your children from peer pressure, Aiyedatiwa’s wife urges parents

Learn why parental guidance is crucial to protect children from negative peer pressure, especially during tough economic times. Get key advice for parents. Read More: https://punchng.com/protect-your-children-from-peer-pressure-aiyedatiwas-wife-urges-parents/

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5 h. ago JUST IN: Court retains Ngige’s EFCC bail, demands top civil servant surety

An Abuja High Court has upheld the administrative EFCC bail for former minister Chris Ngige, but now requires a senior civil servant as surety. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-court-retains-ngiges-efcc-bail-demands-top-civil-servant-surety/

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5 h. ago UBA partners CIG Motors, LagRide to roll out $100m car loans

In a move set to redefine urban mobility and promote financial inclusion in Nigeria, United Bank for Africa (UBA) PLC read more UBA partners CIG Motors, LagRide to roll out $100m car loans

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6 h. ago Gov Ododo vows to maximise benefits of new tax reforms, commends Tinubu

He noted that with the new tax reforms there is no longer any chance for leakages and urged them to ensure they collect more value-added tax (VAT) for the state government.

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7 h. ago Air Peace boosts festive travel with additional local flights, return of Warri route

With the festive season fast approaching and travel requests surging from esteemed passengers, Nigeria’s premier airline, Air Peace, has announced read more Air Peace boosts festive travel with additional local flights, return of Warri route

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7 h. ago French doctor gets life jail for poisoning 30 patients, killing 12

A French court sentenced anaesthetist Frederic Pechier to life in jail for poisoning 30 patients, 12 of whom died, between 2008 and 2017. Read More: https://punchng.com/french-doctor-gets-life-jail-for-poisoning-30-patients-killing-12/

Science

9 h. ago Does IMO election triumph atone for 2025 unfulfilled promises?

Nigeria, in 2025, returned to the Council seats of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) after a 14-year absence, a development that restores the nation to reckoning among the comity of maritime nations. In this report, TOLA ADENUBI speaks to stakeholders on whether this atones for near misses and unfulfilled promises that shaped Nigeria’s maritime industry […]

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10 h. ago Abuja Chamber of Commerce Seeks Special Protection For Small Businesses

The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has urged the federal government to grant special protection to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) under the new tax implementation framework scheduled to take effect in January 2026. The ACCI president, Chief Emeka Obegolu, made the call on Tuesday in Abuja at the Chamber’s 2025 End-of-Year […]

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10 h. ago Niger Delta Games: Abia, Imo Intensify Preparation As Delta Hosts Coaches’ Summit

State Liaison Committees for the Niger Delta Games in Abia and Imo have already begun operations prior to their official inauguration on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Delta State held a working session with the 17 sports disciplines to be contested in the second edition of the games, scheduled to take place in Benin, Edo State, from 20 […]

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15 h. ago Ogun Speaker urges wealthy Nigerians to emulate Dangote on job creation

Ogun Speaker urges wealthy Nigerians to emulate Aliko Dangote’s job creation efforts to tackle unemployment and reduce the ‘japa’ syndrome in the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-speaker-urges-wealthy-nigerians-to-emulate-dangote-on-job-creation/

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16 h. ago 90% of suicide victims consult health workers before death —Psychiatrist

A psychiarist, Professor Bibilola Oladeji, said up to 90 per cent of people who die by suicide consult a healthcare worker shortly before the commit suicide, and urged that all hints and discussions about suicide should be taken seriously. According to her, suicide along with suicidal behaviour constitute major global public health problems that affects […]

Events

17 h. ago Gaming Bill: Why president must reject assault on Nigeria’s federalism

By Olajide Boladuro NIGERIA stands at a constitutional crossroads. Barely months after the Supreme Court issued a definitive judgement affirming that gaming and lottery regulation lie squarely within the authority of state governments, the National Assembly has passed the Central Gaming Bill, 2025, a piece of legislation that attempts, both in substance and in name, […]

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18 h. ago Court upholds legality of Hajj, Christian Pilgrims Commissions

A Federal High Court dismisses a suit challenging the legality of Pilgrims Commissions, ruling that the acts establishing them are constitutional. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-upholds-legality-of-hajj-christian-pilgrims-commissions/

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18 h. ago Drug trafficking: Court orders NDLEA to detain vessel, 21 foreigners

NDLEA secures a court order for a drug trafficking seizure, detaining a vessel and 21 foreign crew members after finding 25.5kg of cocaine at Apapa Seaport Read More: https://punchng.com/drug-trafficking-court-orders-ndlea-to-detain-vessel-21-foreigners/

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18 h. ago NAF Pilots, Soldiers’ Detention In Burkina Faso Resolved, Crew To Return Soon — FG

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, says the two government also considered avenues for deepening bilateral relations and strengthening integration within the regional bloc. The post NAF Pilots, Soldiers’ Detention In Burkina Faso Resolved, Crew To Return Soon — FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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