57 m. ago Gunmen invade community, abduct five Rivers varsity students

Gunmen, believed to be cultists, have abducted five students of the Rivers State University from their off-campus residence in Emuoha Local Government Area Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-invade-community-abduct-five-rivers-varsity-students/

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1 hour ago 2026: Mbah presents ‘Renewed Momentum and Optimism’ budget proposal of N1.62trn to Assembly

Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, Enugu State governor, has presented a budget proposal of ₦1.62 trillion for the 2026 fiscal year to read more 2026: Mbah presents ‘Renewed Momentum and Optimism’ budget proposal of N1.62trn to Assembly

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2 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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2 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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3 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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5 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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5 h. ago UK, Europe’s hidden landfills could leak toxic waste into water supplies – Report

Thousands of hidden landfill sites across the United Kingdom and Europe, many located in floodplains could leak toxic waste into rivers and drinking water

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5 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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6 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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6 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

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6 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/

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7 h. ago Building Collapse: Authority Makes Testing Of Building Materials Mandatory

The Umuahia Capital Development Authority has made laboratory testing of building materials before use mandatory as part of measures to prevent building collapses in the Abia State capital. General manager of the authority, Kingsley Agomo stated this when new leaders of the Correspondents Chapel, of the state council of Nigeria Union of Journalists visited him […]

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7 h. ago C’Rivers residents decry mounting refuse heaps, seek govt action

Residents and motorists in Calabar decry mounting refuse heaps, citing serious health risks and traffic obstruction. They seek urgent government action. Read More: https://punchng.com/crivers-residents-decry-mounting-refuse-heaps-seek-govt-action/

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10 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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10 h. ago Lagos Assembly: 2026 Appropriation Bill scales through second reading 

He stressed that “the Budget will take care of all ongoing projects such that none of them will be moved to the next administration.”

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11 h. ago Governor Sani Presents N985.9bn 2026 Budget To Kaduna Assembly

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, has presented a N985.9 billion budget for 2026 to the Kaduna State House of Assembly. He described it as a financial plan anchored on consolidation, rural transformation and inclusive development. While unveiling it to the lawmakers at Lugard Hall, the governor said the budget, tagged: “Budget of Renewal, Resilience […]

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15 h. ago Why real estate developers are ‘feasting’ on Ikeja GRA—Experts

Commercial potential of the location, huge demand for premium residential and mixed-use spaces, security, nearness to airports and increase urban population have been adduced as major reasons real estate developers are increasing interest in Ikeja Government Reservation Area (GRA). In addition, real estate experts said the improvement on the GRA’s infrastructure through the Lagos State […]

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15 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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16 h. ago Seven construction workers trapped in Bauchi building collapse

A Bauchi building collapse on Sir Kashim Ibrahim Street trapped seven workers. Emergency services successfully rescued all seven alive from the rubble. Read More: https://punchng.com/seven-construction-workers-trapped-in-bauchi-building-collapse/

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16 h. ago SGF demands health minister’s clarification on sachet alcohol ban

The SGF has asked the Health Minister for clarification on the sachet alcohol ban, as NAFDAC faces pressure from the National Assembly over enforcement. Read More: https://punchng.com/sgf-demands-health-ministers-clarification-on-sachet-alcohol-ban/

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