3 h. ago LG autonomy: Osun Rep, Wole Oke, urges states to obey Supreme Court judgement 

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs and member representing Obokun- Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State, Hon Busayo Oluwole Oke, has counselled state governments across the country to comply fully with the Supreme Court rulings on Local Government autonomy, insisting that the decisions are binding and not open to legislative […]

Events

4 h. ago Gov Radda approves over N21bn for Katsina workers’ gratuities

The funds are intended to clear all outstanding retirement and death benefits from September 2023 to October 2025....

Politics

4 h. ago SDP hails S’Court judgment, warns INEC against interfering in party affairs

The Social Democratic Party celebrates a Supreme Court victory over INEC, a ruling that reinforces party autonomy and warns against external interference. Read More: https://punchng.com/sdp-hails-scourt-judgment-warns-inec-against-interfering-in-party-affairs/

Events

4 h. ago Tinubu Declares Bandits, Violent Cults, Armed Groups As Terrorists

In recent months, Nigeria has experienced a surge in crimes such as mass abductions and banditry, among others.   The post Tinubu Declares Bandits, Violent Cults, Armed Groups As Terrorists appeared first on Channels Television.

Events

7 h. ago Tinubu groups bandits, armed groups, enablers as terrorists in new security reset

President Bola Tinubu on Friday announced a sweeping reset of Nigeria’s national security architecture, unveiling a new counterterrorism doctrine that read more Tinubu groups bandits, armed groups, enablers as terrorists in new security reset

Events

8 h. ago Tinubu presents 2026 budget, proposes N5.41tn allocation for security

President Tinubu presents Nigeria’s 2026 budget of N58.18tn, allocating the largest share of N5.41tn to security to combat terrorism and banditry. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-presents-2026-budget-proposes-n5-41tn-allocation-for-security/

Politics

8 h. ago Brown University shooting suspect identified, found dead in New Hampshire

Authorities have disclosed that the suspect in the Brown University shooting, which led to death of three, 

Events

11 h. ago Troops Foil Terrorist Infiltration From Mandara Mountains Into Bitta

The military authorities said the troops exercised tactical restraint before engaging the terrorists. The post Troops Foil Terrorist Infiltration From Mandara Mountains Into Bitta appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

11 h. ago Jos: Court sentences teenager to 18 months for housebreaking, theft

The court sentenced Emmanuel to six months’ imprisonment for trespass and 12 months’ imprisonment for theft...

Politics

12 h. ago Nigeria must train farmers to boost farm yields, reduce food waste – Arzikin Noma MD

Michael Adeshola is the Group General Manager of Arzikin Noma, an agricultural firm that partners with smallholder farmers to produce read more Nigeria must train farmers to boost farm yields, reduce food waste – Arzikin Noma MD

Society

14 h. ago Troops foil terrorist drone attack in Borno, rescue kidnapped victim in Benue

TROOPS of the Nigerian Army operating under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have repelled a terrorist drone attack on their position at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Molai in Delwa village, Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State.

Events

23 h. ago Peller, the livestream and Nigeria’s culture of roadside death

Examine Nigeria’s dangerous driving culture, where recklessness, distracted driving, and celebrity influence lead to tragic roadside deaths. A look at the Read More: https://punchng.com/peller-the-livestream-and-nigerias-culture-of-roadside-death/

Politics

23 h. ago Terrorists abduct Borno LG vice chairman, councillors, others

Terrorists carry out Borno abduction, taking the newly elected Vice Chairman of Biu LG, two councillors, and others. Police have launched an investigation. Read More: https://punchng.com/terrorists-abduct-borno-lg-vice-chairman-councillors-others/

Politics

31 h. ago NICRAT empowers health workers with AI application skills for cancer care

“With Artificial Intelligence, we can turn the tide by improving survival rates, reducing suffering....

Science

33 h. ago Bank Of England Cuts Interest Rate After UK Inflation Slides

The widely expected quarter-point reduction followed a regular policy meeting and came ahead of the European Central Bank's rate decision Thursday. The post Bank Of England Cuts Interest Rate After UK Inflation Slides appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

34 h. ago French ‘Doctor Death’ jailed for life over patient poisonings

A French court in Besançon, eastern France, has sentenced former anaesthetist Frédéric Péchier to life imprisonment for intentionally poisoning 30 patients

Events

34 h. ago Reduced power supply due to drop in national grid allocation – IBEDC

IBEDC explains that intermittent power supply and outages are due to a reduced load allocation from the national grid, affecting its franchise areas. Read More: https://punchng.com/reduced-power-supply-due-to-drop-in-national-grid-allocation-ibedc/

Politics

34 h. ago Police record crime reduction, rescue 35 kidnap victims in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has recorded a significant reduction in violent crimes, including kidnapping, armed robbery and cult-related activities read more Police record crime reduction, rescue 35 kidnap victims in Anambra

Events

36 h. ago Ribadu Admits Giving Weapons To Vigilantes To Support Security Forces Against Terrorist In Kwara

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has admitted giving arms to Vigilantes to support security forces in countering terrorism, banditry and other criminal elements in difficult terrains. A statement by the Head, Strategic Communications, National Counter Terrorism Centre, ONSA, Mr Abu Michael, said pursuant to Part III, Sections 4, 5, and 6 of […] The post Ribadu Admits Giving Weapons To Vigilantes To Support Security Forces Against Terrorist In Kwara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

37 h. ago French doctor gets life jail for poisoning 30 patients, killing 12

A French court sentenced anaesthetist Frederic Pechier to life in jail for poisoning 30 patients, 12 of whom died, between 2008 and 2017. Read More: https://punchng.com/french-doctor-gets-life-jail-for-poisoning-30-patients-killing-12/

Science