33 m. ago Ekiti 2026: INEC urges residents to support electoral process

INEC calls on Ekiti residents, politicians, and parties to support the electoral process for the 2026 governorship election to ensure a credible poll. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-2026-inec-urges-residents-to-support-electoral-process/

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55 m. ago Okpebholo sacks EdoGis MD over unauthorised Presco land revocation

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has sacked Tony Ikpasaja, the Managing Director of the State Geographic Information Service (EDOGIS) read more Okpebholo sacks EdoGis MD over unauthorised Presco land revocation

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69 m. ago JUST IN: Tinubu’s govt breaks silence on military coup in Guinea

President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has broken its silence on Wednesday’s military coup in

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73 m. ago Edo Government Blasts PDP Over Comments On PRESCO Land Revocation

The Edo State Government has criticised the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing its recent comments on the PRESCO land revocation controversy as “ridiculous” and “comic relief.” The state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, issued the reaction in a strongly worded statement on Thursday. The Edo State Government’s reaction […]

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77 m. ago 2026 budget: Jigawa communities hail Gov Namadi for road projects

Governor Namadi had earlier presented a 2026 budget proposal of over N904 billion to the Jigawa State House of Assembly....

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98 m. ago Insecurity: 11,566 Police escorts withdrawn from VIPs — IGP Egbetokun

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Thursday confirmed the withdrawal of 11,566 police personnel attached to Very Important Persons (VIPs) as escorts nationwide.

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1 hour ago 12,000 Lives Lost, 420 Communities Attacked In 25 Years — Gov Mutfwang

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has disclosed that over 420 communities were attacked, nearly 12,000 lives lost, and countless livelihoods destroyed by bandits in the state between 2001 and May 2025. The governor disclosed this at the North Central Zonal Public Hearing of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on National Security Summit held in Jos, the […]

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2 h. ago Governor Yusuf applauds rising Chinese investment, seeks deeper partnership

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has described the increasing role of Chinese investors in the economic development of read more Governor Yusuf applauds rising Chinese investment, seeks deeper partnership

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2 h. ago Kogi: Police allay fears, say rumoured bandit invasion fake news

We urge our people to go about their lawful businesses without fear. Government is working round the clock with all security agencies to guarantee the safety and security of every Kogite, wherever they live or stay

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2 h. ago Terrorism: Oshiomhole Faults Judge For Reducing Death Sentence To 20

Senator representing Edo North senatorial district, Adams Oshiomhole, has condemned what he described as a disturbing judicial trend where convictions for capital offences were being reduced to lesser prison sentences, warning that such decisions undermined the rule of law and public confidence in the justice system. Speaking during Senate deliberations on national security on Wednesday, […]

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2 h. ago Varsity Reminds Governor Otti Of 10,000MW Solar Power Pledge

Vice Chancellor of Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU), Professor Ndukwe Okugo, has reminded Governor Alex Otti of his pledge to install 10,000 megawatts of solar power at the university. Okugo made the plea in his welcome address during the 80th Inaugural Lecture of the university, delivered by Dick Uduma, a renowned professor of Political […]

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2 h. ago Trump’s comment forced Tinubu’s acknowledgement of insecurity — SDP’s Adebayo

“A single tweet from Trump was what made President Tinubu realise the enormity of the insecurity in the country...

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2 h. ago Ondo govt unveils new ambulances to tackle medical emergencies 

"In line with 'OUR EASE' development agenda, our administration has resolved to tackle these challenges, ensuring that the lives of the good people of the state...

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3 h. ago VIDEO: ‘We know who these bandits are where they are’ — Kebbi Senator

Senator Garba Maidoki of Kebbi South says security authorities are fully aware of the identities, locations and motives of the criminal groups responsible for the wave of mass abductions across northern Nigeria, raising questions about why the attacks persist.

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3 h. ago Nigeria Shifting To Gas For Sustainable Transport Future – Minister

Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr Mariya Mahmoud, has stated that Nigeria’s shift away from costly and polluting fuels towards the abundant and environmentally friendly natural gas has become a key pillar of the federal government’s vision for a sustainable transport future under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. The minister stated this […]

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3 h. ago FG secures over $2bn fresh investments on power reforms — Adelabu

The Federal Government has secured over $2 billion in new investments on the back of sweeping power sector reforms driven read more FG secures over $2bn fresh investments on power reforms — Adelabu

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3 h. ago Insecurity: Let’s Stand Behind President Tinubu, Ashimolowo Tells Nigerians

On Wednesday, President Tinubu declared a state of emergency on insecurity, and the recruitment of more security personnel to help in addressing the challenge.  The post Insecurity: Let’s Stand Behind President Tinubu, Ashimolowo Tells Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 h. ago Governor Idris Presents N642.9bn 2026 Budget To Kebbi Assembly.

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, on Thursday, presented N642.9 billion appropriation budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the Kebbi House of Assembly for consideration and passage. Presenting the budget in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday, Governor Idris said that capital expenditure represents 70 per cent, while current expenditure accounts for 25 per cent of the […]

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4 h. ago FG unveils national strategy for meeting EU deforestation regulation

The Federal Government has unveiled a White Paper outlining Nigeria’s national strategy for compliance with the European Union Deforestation Regulation read more FG unveils national strategy for meeting EU deforestation regulation

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4 h. ago Bala Mohammed commends Dogara for initiating road project in Bauchi

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has expressed appreciation to former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, for read more Bala Mohammed commends Dogara for initiating road project in Bauchi

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