7 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 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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9 h. ago FULL LIST: Morocco unveils stadiums hosting CAF AFCON 2025 matches

Discover the complete list of AFCON 2025 stadiums in Morocco. Get details on all venues, including capacities and match schedules for the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-morocco-unveils-stadiums-hosting-caf-afcon-2025-matches/

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10 h. ago Journalists Are Nigeria’s Shield Against Dictatorship — Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has described Nigerian journalists as the nation’s primary defence against authoritarian rule, assuring that press freedom remains a non-negotiable pillar of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. VP Shettima noted that journalists have played a stabilising role during moments of national tension by correcting misinformation and holding power to account. Speaking on Tuesday […]

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12 h. ago Indonesia floods kill more than 750 as evacuations top one million

More than 750 people have been killed and over one million evacuated after Indonesia floods and landslides swept across Sumatra this week,

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12 h. ago Paramilitary recruitment portal opening postponed — Official

The CDCFIB has postponed the opening of its paramilitary recruitment portal for physical screening. Shortlisted candidates are advised to await new dates. Read More: https://punchng.com/paramilitary-recruitment-portal-opening-postponed-official/

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12 h. ago Transmission Company Highlights Milestones In Digital Transformation

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said it recorded significant progress under the leadership of its managing director and CEO, Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz. The company, he said, has accelerated project delivery, strengthened the national electricity grid, and embarked on an ambitious digital transformation program, ensuring more efficient transmission of bulk power across the country. […]

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15 h. ago FG inaugurates committee to address power outages in hospitals

The Federal Government has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee (IMSC) for the newly established Nigeria Power for Health Initiative (NPHI) to drive electricity supply in health facilities in the country. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, while speaking at IMSC inauguration on Monday in Abuja, described the initiative as a […]

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20 h. ago Fresh excise duty increase may erode purchasing power, cause avoidable job losses, CPPE warns

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has warned that a new round of increase in excise duty may erode the purchasing powers of Nigerians and result in avoidable job losses. The Centre gave the warning in a statement signed by its Director/ Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Muda Yusuf, on Monday, while reacting […]

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22 h. ago Monarch urges youth participation in sports to curb crime, terrorism

A traditional leader in Sokoto urges increased youth sports participation as a powerful tool to steer young people away from crime, terrorism, and idleness Read More: https://punchng.com/monarch-urges-youth-participation-in-sports-to-curb-crime-terrorism/

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23 h. ago Osun PDP Shelves Guber Primary Over Leadership Crisis, Warns Adeleke May Defect To Another Party

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun says Ademola Adeleke may withdraw from seeking the party’s ticket for the 2026 governorship election unless the ongoing national leadership crisis is resolved in a manner recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and within its timelines. Addressing journalists on Monday, Sunday Bisi, chairman of the PDP […] The post Osun PDP Shelves Guber Primary Over Leadership Crisis, Warns Adeleke May Defect To Another Party appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago ICC: Nigeria demands respect for states’ sovereignty, constitution

"Our Armed Forces conduct operations in line with international humanitarian law and maintain mechanisms for independent

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29 h. ago NAFDAC records over 30 new product registrations, sanctions 25 SMEs in Sokoto — Coordinator

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Sokoto State says it recorded significant progress in product registration over the past year, registering more than 30 new Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) products despite insecurity challenges that limited access to several local government areas.

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29 h. ago Bandits Contact Family Of Abducted Sokoto Bride, Father Seeks Govt Help

He urged authorities to rescue the abducted victims before the situation worsens further. The post Bandits Contact Family Of Abducted Sokoto Bride, Father Seeks Govt Help appeared first on Channels Television.

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29 h. ago FG inaugurates steering committee to drive sustainable power for health facilities

The Federal Government has inaugurated the Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee (IMSC) of the newly established Nigeria Power-for-Health Initiative (NPHI), a major step aimed at ensuring sustainable and reliable electricity supply across all health facilities nationwide.

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29 h. ago $6bn Mambila Fraud: Obasanjo Promises To Testify, Witness Tells Court

A Third Prosecution Witness (PW3) in the ongoing trial of former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, has told Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal High Court sitting in Apo, Abuja, that former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, expressed his desire to make himself available to testify in any court or forum regarding […]

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29 h. ago Abducted Sokoto bride’s father confirms contact from kidnappers

The father of a bride kidnapped in Sokoto confirms abductors have made contact but have not yet demanded a ransom, highlighting rising insecurity in the ar Read More: https://punchng.com/abducted-sokoto-brides-father-confirms-contact-from-kidnappers/

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30 h. ago Group Debunks Allegations Against NDPHC Boss, Defends Performance

The Accountability and Policy Monitoring Group has firmly rejected recent allegations of financial recklessness and inappropriate use of private jets levelled against the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Engr. Jennifer Adighije. In a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Suurnen Rachel Akper, the organisation described the claims as entirely […]

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31 h. ago Gov Otti Visits Nnamdi Kanu In Sokoto Prison, Assures IPOB Leader Will Soon Released

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has said that the debate around the conviction and quest for the release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, would be resolved administratively. Otti, who gave the assurance after visiting the IPoB leader at the Sokoto Correctional Centre over the weekend, said […] The post Gov Otti Visits Nnamdi Kanu In Sokoto Prison, Assures IPOB Leader Will Soon Released appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Lithuanian Journalists Protest ‘Threats’ To Public Broadcaster’s Independence

With near-unanimous support from Lithuania's governing coalition, the unicameral parliament also voted to freeze LRT's budget from 2026 until 2028. The post Lithuanian Journalists Protest ‘Threats’ To Public Broadcaster’s Independence appeared first on Channels Television.

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