71 m. ago Weak political commitment threatens women’s empowerment – BudgIt

A new BudgIT report reveals weak political commitment and significant data gaps are threatening women’s economic empowerment across Nigeria’s states. Read More: https://punchng.com/weak-political-commitment-threatens-womens-empowerment-budgit/

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2 h. ago Renewed Hope: Arewa youths hail Tinubu’s wife over interventions in North

This was contained in a statement signed by the National President, Arewa Youth Forum, Ahmed Mohammed Zagi, made available to newsmen in Kaduna on Wednesday.

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2 h. ago ECOWAS moves to crash regional airfares, scrap aviation taxes from 2026

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved a policy that will eliminate air transport taxes and slash read more ECOWAS moves to crash regional airfares, scrap aviation taxes from 2026

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2 h. ago Akpabio, a steadfast champion of national development – APC chieftain

He said Akpabio’s leadership style reflects an unwavering commitment to the advancement of both...

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3 h. ago Rescue Of Niger Students, A Profound National Relief — Info Minister

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has described the rescue of some abducted students of the St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary School, Papiri, Agwara local government area of Niger State, as a moment of profound relief for the nation and families of the children. The Minister stated this on Wednesday when […]

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3 h. ago Kano Lawyers Group Petitions Tinubu Over Parallel Hisbah Recruitment By Ganduje

The National Forum of Kano Indigene Lawyers has petitioned President Bola Tinubu and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, over the recruitment of what it described as a ‘parallel Hisbah police’ in Kano State, warning that the move could threaten peace and security in the state. In the petition signed by the group’s […]

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3 h. ago Nigerian Cornell Scholar Champions Women’s Central Role In Nation

A Nigerian doctoral researcher at Cornell University, Omobolanle Joseph Akinniyi, has called for a reshaping of national and global understanding of women’s contributions to nation-building through groundbreaking academic work that connects historical insight to contemporary political relevance. Akinniyi, a PhD candidate in African History, made the call in a chat with journalists on Tuesday. He […]

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4 h. ago NOA, NBC set up committee to localise 70% of cartoon content

The NOA and NBC have formed a committee to ensure 70% of Nigerian cartoon content reflects national values, aiming to shape children’s attitudes positively Read More: https://punchng.com/noa-nbc-set-up-committee-to-localise-70-of-cartoon-content/

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4 h. ago Japa: 5 affordable European countries Nigerians can relocate to

As economic pressures continue to mount, many Nigerians are increasingly exploring relocation as a path toward stability, better opportunities, and an improved quality of life.

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5 h. ago Breakdown of interfaith trust threatens Nigeria’s stability, SGF warns

Nigeria’s SGF warns that a breakdown in interfaith trust is a grave threat to the nation’s stability, fueling suspicion and exploiting insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/breakdown-of-interfaith-trust-threatens-nigerias-stability-sgf-warns/

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5 h. ago Poor data, low political will threaten women’s economic empowerment – BudgIt

A new BudgIT report reveals poor data and weak political will are key barriers to women’s economic empowerment in Nigeria, despite existing laws. Read More: https://punchng.com/poor-data-low-political-will-threaten-womens-economic-empowerment-budgit/

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5 h. ago Stella Oduah arraigned in Abuja over alleged N2.4bn aviation fraud, granted bail on self

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned former aviation minister Stella Oduah before an Abuja high court on read more Stella Oduah arraigned in Abuja over alleged N2.4bn aviation fraud, granted bail on self-recognition

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7 h. ago ECOWAS appoints Dangote to lead business council for economic growth

ECOWAS launches a new Business Council, appointing Aliko Dangote as its first chair to boost regional economic growth and private sector investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-appoints-dangote-to-lead-business-council-for-economic-growth/

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7 h. ago IGP Seeks Stronger Medical Support Systems For Nigeria Police

The Inspector-general of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun, on Wednesday, called for stronger medical support for the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The IGP, who stated this while declaring open the Conference of Heads of Police Healthcare facilities nationwide in Abuja, emphasised the growing importance of medical services in modern policing. The conference, themed: “Transforming Policing in […]

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8 h. ago ECOWAS To Reduce Air Transport Taxes, Charges, Cost In West Africa From January 2026

The Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), at their December 2024 Summit in Abuja, adopted a landmark measure to reduce the cost of air travel across the region. From 1 January 2026, all ECOWAS Member States will abolish air transport taxes and reduce passenger and security charges […] The post ECOWAS To Reduce Air Transport Taxes, Charges, Cost In West Africa From January 2026 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago CRMI, SEC train Capital Market Operators on enterprise risk management framework

The Chartered Risk Management Institute of Nigeria (CRMI), in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has trained regulated read more CRMI, SEC train Capital Market Operators on enterprise risk management framework

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8 h. ago NHRC urges institutions, citizens to make human rights compass of daily actions

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on government institutions, law enforcement agencies, the judiciary, civil society actors, security read more NHRC urges institutions, citizens to make human rights compass of daily actions

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10 h. ago Tinubu unveils new maritime security, economic framework, orders nationwide NIPSS security diagnostics

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday announced a new security and economic framework for the maritime industry and directed officials of read more Tinubu unveils new maritime security, economic framework, orders nationwide NIPSS security diagnostics

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10 h. ago Insecurity: Tinubu Orders NSA, DSS To Act, Wants Forest Guards Armed

President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Security Adviser (NSA) and the Department of State Services (DSS) to immediately review his earlier security instructions and take steps to ensure that no citizen is left exposed as the country confronts kidnapping and terrorism. Speaking during an address to the federal executive council (FEC) on Wednesday, the […]

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11 h. ago Kaduna’s Financial Inclusion Rises To 66%, Says Commissioner

The Kaduna State Commissioner of Finance, Ibrahim Tanko Mohammed, has declared that the state has sustained efforts to drive financial inclusion in major milestones. Mohammed hinted that bank account ownership increased by 20% in three years, adding more than 800,000 adults to the formal economy. Speaking in an interview with newsmen, the Commissioner said financial […]

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