96 m. ago Fallen heroes: Nigerian Armed Forces Remembrance Day holiday overdue

Learn why declaring Nigeria’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day a public holiday is crucial for national unity, honoring fallen heroes, and supporting veterans. Read More: https://punchng.com/fallen-heroes-nigerian-armed-forces-remembrance-day-holiday-overdue/

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6 h. ago AFCRD 2026: Federal Government Offers Medical Support For Veterans

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of military veterans through sustained medical and social support initiatives. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Richard Pheelangwa, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja during a medical outreach organised for veterans as part of activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD). […]

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6 h. ago ‘This Is My Last Day As A Christian’, Catholic Knight Protests Non

A Knight of the Catholic Church, Sir James Louise, popularly known as Ebube Anaedo, has ‘renounced Christianity’ following the Catholic Church’s failure to acknowledge the contributions of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah to the construction of the Our Lady of Assumption Cathedral in Nnewi, Anambra State. The cathedral, described as a grand and colorful edifice, […]

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7 h. ago Gov. Okpebholo Orders Release Of AAU Students Arrested In Ekpoma Protest

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has ordered the release of students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), arrested during the recent protests in Ekpoma. The first group of seven suspects has already been freed. Edo State Commissioner for Education, Paddy Iyamu, who oversaw the release, said that only confirmed students would be allowed to go. Speaking […] The post Gov. Okpebholo Orders Release Of AAU Students Arrested In Ekpoma Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Bomb Shattered My 2 Legs, 1 Eye In Owo Church Massacre, Witness Tells Court

A witness of the Department of State Service (DSS) with the code name SSD has told Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, that the explosive device used to attack St. Francis Catholic Savier Church in Owo, Ondo State, on June 5, 2022, shattered her two legs and were later amputated […]

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10 h. ago JOHESU’s strike enters 62nd day, threatens healthcare system 

.As members insists on an 11-year unmet demands The 15th of January, 2026 marked the 62nd day of the ongoing read more JOHESU’s strike enters 62nd day, threatens healthcare system 

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10 h. ago France To Open Greenland Consulate Amid Renewed US Interest In Arctic Territory

France has announced plans to open a consulate in Greenland on February 6, a move its foreign minister described as a “political signal” underscoring Paris’ interest in the strategically important Danish territory, amid renewed claims in the area by US President Donald Trump. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot disclosed this on Wednesday, the same day […]

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11 h. ago Dangote Refinery’s CEO says 1.4m bpd expansion plan feasible in three years

David Bird, the chief executive officer of Nigeria’s $20 billion Dangote Refinery, said the company can deliver a 1.4 million-barrel-a-day read more Dangote Refinery’s CEO says 1.4m bpd expansion plan feasible in three years

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11 h. ago Navy Launches Operation Delta Sentinel To Enhance Maritime Security, Targets 2.5mbpd Oil Production

The Nigerian Navy has launched Operation Delta Sentinel, a new initiative aimed at strengthening maritime security in the Niger Delta and boosting oil production. The operation, which replaces Operation Delta Sanity, was part of the Federal Government’s efforts to increase oil exploration and production, with a target of 2.5 million barrels per day by 2027. […]

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11 h. ago Elon Musk Starlink offers free service to Iranian protesters facing brutal repression

SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service dropped its fees to allow more people to circumvent the Tehran government’s strongest attempt ever read more Elon Musk Starlink offers free service to Iranian protesters facing brutal repression

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12 h. ago FG confers national honours on fallen hero Uba, other soldiers

The Federal Government has conferred national honours on serving personnel and veterans of the Nigerian Army, including a brigadier general killed by terrorists in Borno State, in recognition of gallantry, sacrifice, leadership and service to the nation. The awards were presented at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Gala Night held at the Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-confers-national-honours-on-fallen-hero-uba-other-soldiers/

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13 h. ago Arresting students for demanding safety is intolerable — Peter Obi

Peter Obi condemns the arrest of 52 students in Ekpoma, Edo State, who protested insecurity. He calls the action unacceptable and demands their release. Read More: https://punchng.com/arresting-students-for-demanding-safety-is-intolerable-peter-obi/

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14 h. ago FG Hires Lobbying Firm For $9m To ‘Communicate Christian Protection Efforts’ To US

The federal government has hired a lobbying firm in a $9 million contract to assist in communicating its actions on protecting Christians in Nigeria to the United States government. According to the lobbying contract document filed with the US Department of Justice, Aster Legal, a law firm in Kaduna state, hired the services of DCI Group on […] The post FG Hires Lobbying Firm For $9m To ‘Communicate Christian Protection Efforts’ To US appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Nigerian Government Hires US Lobbying Firm For $9m To Counter ‘Christian Genocide’ Claims

The Federal Government of Nigeria has engaged the services of a Washington-based lobbying firm, DCI Group, in a $9 million contract aimed at communicating its efforts to protect Christians in Nigeria to the United States government. According to TheCable, documents filed with the US Department of Justice showed the deal was facilitated by Aster Legal, […]

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15 h. ago JOHESU Members Protest ‘Unmet Demands’ At UNILORIN Teaching Hospital

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) in Kwara State, on Wednesday, staged a peaceful protest over their ‘unmet demands’ by the federal government. The workers staged the protest after holding an emergency congress held at the union’s secretariat within the tertiary hospital’s complex . The health workers’ […]

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15 h. ago 38 Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Protest Will Be Released — Edo Commissioner

Paddy Iyamu, the Commissioner for Education, said the government has approved the resumption of academic activities in the area, following the return to normalcy. The post 38 Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Protest Will Be Released — Edo Commissioner appeared first on Channels Television.

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23 h. ago Nigeria hires lobbying firm for $9m to communicate Christian protection efforts to US

Nigeria has hired a United States lobbying firm in a $9 million deal aimed at shaping Washington’s understanding of its read more Nigeria hires lobbying firm for $9m to communicate Christian protection efforts to US

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24 h. ago Okpebholo orders release of AAU students arrested in Ekpoma protest

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the release of students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, arrested in the read more Okpebholo orders release of AAU students arrested in Ekpoma protest

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24 h. ago Abia women protest illegal granite mining, seek govt’s intervention

Women in Abia’s Imobi community protest alleged illegal granite mining, citing environmental risks and lack of community consent. They seek intervention. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-women-protest-illegal-granite-mining-seek-govts-intervention/

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28 h. ago Ekpoma Protests: Okpebholo Approves Release Of Arrested Persons

The governor also dismissed claims of kidnapping linked to the incident, describing them as false and stage-managed to mislead the public and create ethnic tension. The post Ekpoma Protests: Okpebholo Approves Release Of Arrested Persons appeared first on Channels Television.

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