6 h. ago Yuletide: Police enforce ban on fireworks sale, usage in Kwara

Kwara State Police enforce a strict fireworks ban for Christmas and New Year, citing security risks. Violators will be arrested and prosecuted. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-police-enforce-ban-on-fireworks-sale-usage-in-kwara/

Events

9 h. ago Nigeria’s $1tn economy goal depends on digital skills, innovation, human capital — Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday said Nigeria’s ambition to achieve a $1 trillion economy is tied to boosting productivity, nurturing innovation and equipping citizens, especially the youth, with globally competitive digital skills.

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9 h. ago NASENI targets early STEM talent with launch of future makers innovation hub

to produce Nigeria’s next generation of inventors, tech leaders The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has launched read more NASENI targets early STEM talent with launch of future makers innovation hub

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10 h. ago Equities extend gains as NGX adds N694bn on renewed buying interest

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) sustained its upbeat performance on Thursday as renewed investor interest lifted the market further into positive territory.

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11 h. ago Soludo seeks 2025 budget adjustment approval from Anambra assembly

Anambra Governor Soludo requests legislative approval for a virement in the Anambra 2025 budget, citing emerging priorities and economic challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/soludo-seeks-2025-budget-adjustment-approval-from-anambra-assembly/

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12 h. ago Akwa Ibom targets rural economy, infrastructure growth in 2026 fiscal year – Nkan

Linus Nkan, Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, has said that the N1.390 trillion budget proposal for read more Akwa Ibom targets rural economy, infrastructure growth in 2026 fiscal year – Nkan

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12 h. ago PZ Cussons halts plan to sell Nigerian, other African subsidiaries

Consumer goods firm PZ Cussons has said it is reversing its earlier plans to exit the African market, citing improved read more PZ Cussons halts plan to sell Nigerian, other African subsidiaries

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12 h. ago Eat’n’Go Nigeria launches Environmental Sustainability initiative with Akada, Recycles Over 1000kg of Waste

Eat’n’Go Nigeria launches a new sustainability initiative with Akada, successfully recycling over 1000kg of waste from its outlets in the first month. Read More: https://punchng.com/eatngo-nigeria-launches-environmental-sustainability-initiative-with-akada-recycles-over-1000kg-of-waste/

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13 h. ago Reps seeks to amend CBN Act for better oversight, transparency

Nigeria’s House of Reps advances a CBN Act amendment to boost transparency, separate key roles, and enhance oversight on monetary policy decisions. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seeks-to-amend-cbn-act-for-better-oversight-transparency/

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13 h. ago Nwifuru Calls For Strengthening Resilience Against Future Epidemics, Pandemics

The Ebonyi State governor, Francis Nwifuru, has called for the strengthening of resilience against future epidemics and pandemics in the country even as he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving health outcomes and boosting economic development in the State. Governor Nwifuru made the call during the launch of One-Health Initiative in the State and the […]

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16 h. ago Lekki Toll Gate ‘massacre’ report fake news, Lai Mohammed insists

Former minister Lai Mohammed doubles down, calling the Lekki Toll Gate massacre report fake news and citing a lack of missing person claims five years on. Read More: https://punchng.com/lekki-toll-gate-massacre-report-fake-news-lai-mohammed-insists/

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16 h. ago Foundation inaugurates Key Projects, Pays Fees For Hundreds In Kogi

The Idris Kashim Hussein HK Foundation has launched a new wave of humanitarian interventions across the Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, commissioning critical projects and covering school fees for hundreds of pupils. One of the highlights was the completion of an erosion-control project in Emewe Opada, which restored access to the state capital […]

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16 h. ago Police Withdrawal: Don’t Deny Nigerians The Right To Extra Security — Rep Jimbo

The lawmaker representing Abak/Etim Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency said “every single Nigerian is a VIP,” therefore, citizens who want security escorts or guards for their homes, travel, or events should be able to obtain them. The post Police Withdrawal: Don’t Deny Nigerians The Right To Extra Security — Rep Jimbo appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago PZ Cussons drops Africa exit plan, cites Nigeria’s recovery, growth

PZ Cussons has reversed its plan to exit Africa, citing Nigeria’s economic recovery and strong population growth projections for the continent. Read More: https://punchng.com/pz-cussons-drops-africa-exit-plan-cites-nigerias-recovery-and-growth/

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19 h. ago Things Remembered Strike: Nigerian Varsities Shut For 27 Months

Between 2013 and 2022, Nigerian universities were closed due to a series of strikes embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) over poor working conditions, infrastructure deficits in the Universities, and a lack of autonomy, among other issues. During the 10 years, the universities were shut for 27 months, which had serious […]

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20 h. ago Cashless payments, tax reforms, other FG policies kick off in 2026

Discover key FG policies launching in 2026, including major tax reforms, cashless government payments, and digital services to modernize governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/cashless-payments-tax-reforms-other-fg-policies-kick-off-in-2026/

Economics

20 h. ago ECOWAS to abolish four aviation taxes, cuts key charges by 2026

“Lower airfares will support regional mobility, strengthen airlines, and deepen economic integration...

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20 h. ago HOW I OVERCAME I Didn’t Allow Disability, Rejection To Stop Me

Mrs Joy Bolarin’s story is a heart-wrenching tale of resilience and determination. Her journey is a testament to the human spirit’s capacity to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. As she stood before the interview panel, her heart brimming with hope and anticipation, little did she know that her dreams were about to be shattered. Despite doing […]

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20 h. ago Protecting human rights, key to building progressive society – Soludo’s wife

Soludo added that peaceful coexistence depends largely on how people treat one another.

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20 h. ago Federal Govt, Partners Launch Soil Health Programme to Boost Sustainable Agriculture

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, the Nigerian Institute of Soil Science, in collaboration with the International Fertiliser Development Centre (IFDC), through its Soil Values programme funded by the Kingdom of the Netherlands, have launched the activities marking World Soil Day 2025 in Nigeria. The theme of this year’s edition, “Healthy Soils for […]

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