6 h. ago Edo unveils environmental compliance corps to enhance public health

Edo State inaugurates the new Environmental Compliance Corps to enforce environmental laws, protect public health, and promote responsible governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-unveils-environmental-compliance-corps-to-enhance-public-health/

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6 h. ago NGX lists 3.156bn UBA shares to deepen liquidity, market capitalisation

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has admitted an additional 3.16 billion ordinary shares of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, read more NGX lists 3.156bn UBA shares to deepen liquidity, market capitalisation

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31 h. ago NSCDC arrests three suspects for kidnapping, robbery in Nasarawa

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Nasarawa State Command, says it has arrested three suspects in connection with cases of kidnapping, robbery and theft at various locations across the state. This was contained in a press statement made available to our correspondent in Lafia, the state capital, on Tuesday by the command’s Public Relations Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-arrests-three-suspects-for-kidnapping-robbery-in-nasarawa/

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33 h. ago Nigeria, Turkey move to ease visa bottlenecks, deepen business, diplomatic ties

Nigeria and Turkey have sought to strengthen bilateral relations, with both countries pledging to address visa bottlenecks and improve business read more Nigeria, Turkey move to ease visa bottlenecks, deepen business, diplomatic ties

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34 h. ago Insecurity: Shehu Sani hails US military supplies to Nigeria

Shehu Sani commends the delivery of US military supplies to aid Nigeria’s fight against insecurity, urging other countries to provide similar support. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-shehu-sani-hails-us-military-supplies-to-nigeria/

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34 h. ago 2026 Election: Court Sacks Ekiti PDP Guber Candidate Oluyede, Orders Fresh Primaries

In his reaction, the South-West zonal Publicity Secretary of PDP, Sanya Atofarati, noted that the party has the right to appeal the judgment, exuding confidence that PDP's legal team will act on it immediately. The post 2026 Election: Court Sacks Ekiti PDP Guber Candidate Oluyede, Orders Fresh Primaries appeared first on Channels Television.

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37 h. ago Ministry, DSS Intercept Trucks Allegedly Transporting Illegally Mined Lithium In Kwara

The Zonal Mine Officer for the South-West, Engineer Ganiyu Ajibade, revealed that the crackdown followed credible intelligence received on Thursday, 8th January 2026. The post Ministry, DSS Intercept Trucks Allegedly Transporting Illegally Mined Lithium In Kwara appeared first on Channels Television.

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49 h. ago Banks, fintechs harmony to drive financial inclusion – FairMoney MD

FairMoney MD explains how structural harmony between banks and fintechs can deepen financial inclusion in Nigeria and help drive a $1tn economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/banks-fintechs-harmony-to-drive-financial-inclusion-fairmoney-md/

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50 h. ago 9th AFRIMA: Rema Beats Davido, Burna Boy, Tyla, Others To Win ‘Artiste Of The Year’

Nigeria’s Afrobeats star, Rema, stole the show at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) after beating heavyweights Davido, Amr Diab of Egypt, Burna Boy, South African superstars, DJ Maphorisa and Tyla to win the prestigious Artiste of the Year award. The star-studded ceremony held at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotels […]

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54 h. ago NBS projects artificial inflation spike ahead December data release 

Nigeria’s December 2025 inflation figures have been projected to experience an artificial spike due to a technical base effect. The read more NBS projects artificial inflation spike ahead December data release 

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60 h. ago Amotekun intercepts suspicious truck in Ondo, arrests 38 passengers

Ondo’s Amotekun Corps intercepts a suspicious truck in Akure, arresting 38 men from the north who could not state a definite destination in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/amotekun-intercepts-suspicious-truck-in-ondo-arrests-38-passengers/

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63 h. ago Education Reforms: FG, ASUU To Unveil New Agreement January 14

The development reflects the federal government’s commitment to constructive engagement with critical stakeholders and to resolving industrial disputes through dialogue, mutual understanding, and cooperation, according to a statement by the Ministry of Education. The post Education Reforms: FG, ASUU To Unveil New Agreement January 14 appeared first on Channels Television.

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64 h. ago Access Bank, Visa roll out corporate credit card to boost Nigerian firms’ cash flow

Access Bank Plc has partnered with Visa Inc. to roll out a corporate credit card aimed at helping medium and read more Access Bank, Visa roll out corporate credit card to boost Nigerian firms’ cash flow

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65 h. ago Morning Recap: Petrol price war intensifies, Wike ends LG tours amid Rivers impeachment drama, other top stories

Get today’s top Nigerian news recap. A petrol price war deepens, Rivers impeachment drama continues, and Chimamanda Adichie seeks answers. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-petrol-price-war-intensifies-wike-ends-lg-tours-amid-rivers-impeachment-drama-other-top-stories/

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3 d. ago Heritage Bank: NDIC declares N24.3bn second liquidation dividend for depositors above N5m insured limit

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has declared a N24.3 billion second liquidation dividend for depositors of the failed Heritage read more Heritage Bank: NDIC declares N24.3bn second liquidation dividend for depositors above N5m insured limit

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3 d. ago Managerless Man United crash out of FA Cup after 2–1 loss to Brighton

Managerless Manchester United’s crisis deepens as they crash out of the FA Cup after a dismal 2-1 defeat to Brighton at Old Trafford. Read the full report. Read More: https://punchng.com/managerless-man-united-crash-out-of-fa-cup-after-2-1-loss-to-brighton/

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3 d. ago Oyo senator hails revenue reforms, celebrates Adedeji, NRS boss, at 48

Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) has lauded Zaccheus Adedeji, chairman of Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) saying that his tenure has continued read more Oyo senator hails revenue reforms, celebrates Adedeji, NRS boss, at 48

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3 d. ago Ekong Sampson urges journalists to see themselves as key players in defending democracy

Ekong Sampson, a senator representing Akwa Ibom South, has urged Nigerian journalists to see themselves as key players in defence read more Ekong Sampson urges journalists to see themselves as key players in defending democracy

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3 d. ago Obasanjo, Jonathan, Jega Laud Tambuwal At 60, Call for National Unity

Former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Attahiru Jega, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have lauded Senator Aminu Tambuwal for his contributions to the nation’s democratic experience. Speaking earlier at the 60th Birthday Colloquium of Tambuwal, also a former Sokoto State governor yesterday in Abuja, […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s security challenges deepens as terrorists push beyond traditional strongholds

Nigeria’s security crisis is rapidly deepening as terrorist and bandit groups expand into new territories, exploit weak state presence and read more Nigeria’s security challenges deepens as terrorists push beyond traditional strongholds

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