6 h. ago The sharp contrast between Ibrahim Traore and Thomas Sankara

Explore the sharp contrast between Ibrahim Traore vs Sankara. While Traore emulates the revolutionary leader, his divisive politics differ from Sankara’s u Read More: https://punchng.com/the-sharp-contrast-between-ibrahim-traore-and-thomas-sankara/

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25 h. ago Insecurity: Tinubu’s Performance Is Worse Than Jonathan He Criticized – Jibrin Ibrahim

A Senior Fellow, Centre for Democracy and Development, Prof Jibrin Ibrahim, says President Bola Tinubu, who criticized ex-President Goodluck Jonathan over schoolchildren abduction in 2014, is now doing worse than Jonathan. Prof Ibrahim stated this on Friday when he featured in an interview on ‘Prime Time’, a programme on Arise Television monitored by DAILY POST. […] The post Insecurity: Tinubu’s Performance Is Worse Than Jonathan He Criticized – Jibrin Ibrahim appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Alleged Banditry: DSS DG Releases 3 Wrongfully Detained Suspects

Awards N3m compensation     The Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, has directed the immediate release of Umar Ibrahim, Alhaji Bello Rabiu, and Jaja Sarki Bamo, who were arrested in June 2025 for their alleged involvement in banditry and kidnapping. The DG also approved that N3 million be […]

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3 d. ago Senate Committee hails Jimoh Ibrahim’s credentials at ambassadorial screening

His brief comments were met with nods of approval, with committee members repeatedly describing him as “an asset to Nigeria’s diplomatic corps.”

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3 d. 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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4 d. ago When Arewa leaders take on Northern Nigeria’s security crisis

Last week, the Northern Governors, under the chairmanship of Mohammed Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, held a very crucial meeting with Northern traditional rulers at Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House, Kaduna, on the security challenges facing the country. Northern Bureau Chief, MUHAMMAD SABIU, who was at the venue, examines the issues raised and he writes: […]

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4 d. ago Foiled Coup: Tinubu’s Troop Deployment To Benin Was Clever Political Statement — Malik Ado

The security consultant said that the move aimed at protecting Nigeria’s economic interests and reinforcing regional stability. The post Foiled Coup: Tinubu’s Troop Deployment To Benin Was Clever Political Statement — Malik Ado-Ibrahim appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 d. ago Senators Lament Over Surge In Domestic Airfares As Senate Summons Aviation Minister

The Senate has summoned the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, alongside key industry stakeholders, for an urgent meeting following widespread public concern over the sharp rise in domestic airfares. During the plenary on Tuesday, lawmakers lamented that ticket prices on major routes—including Abuja–Lagos, Abuja–Enugu, and Abuja–Ilorin—had surged to between ₦400,000 and ₦650,000, […]

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5 d. ago Burkina Faso grounds Nigerian military aircraft over airspace violation

A Nigerian military aircraft carrying 11 soldiers was grounded in Burkina Faso after reportedly violating its airspace, prompting a sharp condemnation. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-burkina-faso-grounds-nigerian-military-aircraft-over-airspace-violation/

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5 d. ago AFCON: EPL stars Ouattara, Traore, Leverkusen’s Tapsoba make Burkina Faso 25

See the full AFCON 2025 squads for Burkina Faso and Uganda. EPL stars Ouattara and Traoré lead the Stallions, while veteran Onyango returns for the Cranes. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-epl-stars-ouattara-traore-leverkusens-tapsoba-make-burkina-faso-25-man-squad/

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7 d. ago Why insecurity, poverty persist in the North — IBB, Akinrinade

NIGERIA’S deepening security and poverty crises dominated conversations on Saturday as former military president, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) and Lt. Gen. Alani Akinrinade (rtd) lamented that the country lacked leaders with the discipline, patriotism and integrity embodied by late General Hassan Usman Katsina. Speaking at the 2nd Gen. Hassan Katsina Memorial Conference in Kaduna, organised […]

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7 d. ago Emulate Gen Katsina’s leadership quality, Babangida urges Nigerian leaders

Former President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) has called on Nigerian leaders, particularly Northern leaders emulate the

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8 d. ago Minister Denies Diverting ₦16.5bn For Taraba Bridge Construction

Maigari who spoke through his lead counsel, Ibrahim Effiong, described the claims as baseless, deliberately crafted to mislead the public. The post Minister Denies Diverting ₦16.5bn For Taraba Bridge Construction appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 d. ago Defence Minister Matawalle’s Aide Knocks Critics, Says He’s Qualified

The Special Adviser on Political Matters to the Minister of State for Defence, Ibrahim Maigandi Dan Malikin Gidan Goga, has dismissed claims that his principal, Dr Bello Matawalle, was unqualified to serve as Minister, describing the allegations as politically-motivated and “a glaring fabrication.” Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Friday, he said critics […]

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9 d. ago World Cup 2026: Tuchel may keep England substitutes indoors to combat heat

England manager Thomas Tuchel discusses plans to combat the extreme World Cup 2026 heat, including possibly keeping substitutes indoors to stay cool. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-2026-tuchel-may-keep-england-substitutes-indoors-to-combat-heat/

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1 week ago Bayer Leverkusen edge Dortmund 1–0 to reach German Cup quarter

Bayer Leverkusen knocked Borussia Dortmund out of the German Cup with a 1-0 win, thanks to a goal from Ibrahim Maza. RB Leipzig also advanced. Read More: https://punchng.com/bayer-leverkusen-edge-dortmund-1-0-to-reach-german-cup-quarter-finals/

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1 week ago Nigeria remains far behind in local capacity development – Sen Joel Onowakpo

Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, chairman of Senate Committee on Local Content has lamented that Nigeria remains far behind in local capacity read more Nigeria remains far behind in local capacity development – Sen Joel Onowakpo

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1 week ago Social media anarchists, greatest threat to democracy, national survival — Shettima

Nigeria’s democratic future and the safety of its media came under sharp focus on Tuesday as Vice President Kashim Shettima, Minister of Information Mohammed Idris, and leading editors addressed journalists at..

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1 week ago Seven construction workers trapped in Bauchi building collapse

A Bauchi building collapse on Sir Kashim Ibrahim Street trapped seven workers. Emergency services successfully rescued all seven alive from the rubble. Read More: https://punchng.com/seven-construction-workers-trapped-in-bauchi-building-collapse/

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1 week ago AI adoption to boost Nigeria’s oil and gas training sector – OGTAN

Daniel Thomas, Chairman, Lagos Zone of Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN), has said that the adoption of read more AI adoption to boost Nigeria’s oil and gas training sector – OGTAN

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