56 m. ago Funding, safety concerns rise as Tinubu, lawmakers push for mass security recruitment

Concerns over funding challenges, as well as fears of infiltration into the security agencies, have intensified following President Bola Tinubu’s read more Funding, safety concerns rise as Tinubu, lawmakers push for mass security recruitment

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78 m. ago NESREA shuts quarry after deadly blast injures students in Abuja

A quarry blast in Abuja injured 11 students and damaged a school, prompting NESREA to shut down the facility for violating blasting safety regulations. Read More: https://punchng.com/nesrea-shuts-quarry-after-deadly-blast-injures-students-in-abuja/

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82 m. ago Finally, Senate assures Police retirees of exit from contributory pension scheme

After weeks of daily protests at the gate of the National Assembly, the Senate assured police retirees on Thursday that they would be removed from the country’s Contributory Pension Scheme.

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4 h. ago Police dismiss rumoured bandits’ invasion of Kogi communities

The Kogi State Police Command has refuted widespread rumors of a bandit invasion in Lokoja, labeling the reports as ‘fake news’ and assuring residents of s Read More: https://punchng.com/police-dismiss-rumoured-bandits-invasion-of-kogi-communities/

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6 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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8 h. ago Shun cultism, hooliganism, Babcock varsity VC urges new students

Babcock University’s VC advises 3,432 new students to shun campus vices like cultism and hooliganism, urging them to pursue academic excellence and humilit Read More: https://punchng.com/shun-cultism-hooliganism-babcock-varsity-vc-urges-new-students/

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9 h. ago Ogun adopts new infection prevention control manual to enhance safety

Ogun State adopts a new infection prevention control manual to improve patient safety, protect healthcare workers, and standardize practices in health faci Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-adopts-new-infection-prevention-control-manual-to-enhance-safety/

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9 h. ago Circular Road: Makinde Reassures Residents On Adequate Compensation

Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, has assured that adequate compensation would be paid to property owners affected by the 110km Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road project. Governor Makinde also assured that no house would be demolished without adequate compensation to the affected owners. The assurance was given on Wednesday when the Governor visited the […]

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9 h. ago ‘Army Will No Longer Tolerate Misconduct Triggering Violence’, Says Brigade Commander

The Commander of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke OPWS, Brigadier Kingsley Uwa, has decried the increasing cases of insecurity in southern Taraba, assuring that security forces will henceforth be more decisive in responding to actions and misconduct that instigate crises. Brigadier Uwa warned that security forces will no longer tolerate actions capable […]

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12 h. ago Lawmakers Assure Quick Passage As Gov Eno Presents N1.390trn 2026 Budget

Ahead of the 2026 fiscal year, Governor Umo Eno, of Akwa Ibom state has presented the N1.390 trillion budget estimates before the House of Assembly presided over by the Speaker, Elder Udeme Otong (Abak). Addressing the 26 lawmakers, governor Eno solicited their cooperation for timely passage for his subsequent assent into law to tackle the […]

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13 h. ago Safety Babes Dominate As Ardova Handball Premier League Continues

Defending champions Safety Babes delivered a commanding performance on Wednesday, overwhelming Ekiti Queens with a decisive 49–22 victory on Day 2 of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2025 Phase 2. The match, held at the Rowe Park Sports Center in Yaba, Lagos, saw the five-time champions assert their dominance from the outset, leading 23–11 at […]

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13 h. ago Ibadan circular road: 150 metres will not be exceeded in already developed areas —Makinde

OYO State governor, Mr Seyi Makinde, has reassured house owners along the Circular Road corridor of his administration’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and due compensation in ongoing construction activities within the zone. The governor gave the assurance on Wednesday while addressing affected house owners and leaders of community associations, including demolition victims within the designated […]

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16 h. ago Police withdrawal order to upend N108bn VIP security economy

…Experts say withdrawal good for public safety, but reform critical President Bola Tinubu’s order for the withdrawal of police officers read more Police withdrawal order to upend N108bn VIP security economy

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18 h. ago NIMASA unveils model for African maritime decarbonisation at COP 30

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has showcased a pioneering Public Private Partnership (PPP) model for African maritime decarbonisation with the establishment of the Nigerian Maritime Continuous Emissions Monitoring System at the 2025 UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC COP 30) in Balem, Brazil. The agency made the presentation at the sidelines […]

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19 h. ago Group protests as academy council opposes institution’s upgrade to varsity

Oron Youth Movement protests the governing council’s opposition to the Maritime Academy upgrade, refuting claims of insecurity and funding issues. Read More: https://punchng.com/group-protests-as-academy-council-opposes-institutions-upgrade-to-varsity/

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19 h. ago Masqueraders’ festival: Police arrest 12, halt ‘stay indoors’ notice

Lagos police arrested 12 individuals and suspended a planned Egungun festival in Oregun over an unlawful ‘stay indoors’ notice to protect public safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/masqueraders-festival-police-arrest-12-halt-stay-indoors-notice/

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22 h. ago Makinde pledges to resolve circular road setback, compensation issues for landowners

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, assures landowners affected by the Circular Road project of fair compensation and resolution of setback issues before 202 Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-pledges-to-resolve-circular-road-setback-compensation-issues-for-landowners/

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23 h. ago Reps restate commitment toward finding solutions to ravaging insecurity 

The Deputy Speaker, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, gave the assurance in Abuja during the resumed debate on national security.

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24 h. ago Stop building boarding schools in unsafe areas, Tinubu urges states

President Tinubu advises state governments to rethink building boarding schools in remote areas, emphasizing the need for better boarding school safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-building-boarding-schools-in-unsafe-areas-tinubu-urges-states/

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25 h. ago Lagos rolls out 20 new CNG buses, engages transport operators

Lagos State launches 20 new CNG buses to cut commuting costs by 30% and enhance transport safety. Learn about this clean energy initiative. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-rolls-out-20-new-cng-buses-engages-transport-operators/

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