3 h. ago Leprosy patients groan as drug shortage persists for two years — Dermatologists

Nigerian dermatologists raise alarm over a two-year leprosy drug shortage, leaving patients without treatment and risking disability and community spread. Read More: https://punchng.com/leprosy-patients-groan-as-drug-shortage-persists-for-two-years-dermatologists/

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6 h. ago Selective buying lifts NGX by N3.45bn, NPF microfinance, Morison lead gainers

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) market performance shows a slight N3.45bn gain, lifted by selective buying. NPF Microfinance and Morison lead the gainers’ char Read More: https://punchng.com/selective-buying-lifts-ngx-by-n3-45bn-npf-microfinance-morison-lead-gainers/

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9 h. ago Military kills dozens of terrorists, arrests 100 suspects in one week – DHQ

Nigerian military operations led to dozens of neutralized terrorists, 100 arrested suspects, and 29 rescued victims in one week, according to the DHQ. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-kills-dozens-of-terrorists-arrests-100-suspects-in-one-week-dhq/

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10 h. ago Soldiers uncover illegal arms factory in Nasarawa, arrest suspect

Nigerian troops have uncovered an illegal arms factory in Nasarawa State, arresting a suspect and recovering locally fabricated pistols and tools. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-uncover-illegal-arms-factory-in-nasarawa-arrest-suspect/

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12 h. ago Military names 16 officers involved in alleged coup plot against Tinubu

The Nigerian military has submitted to President Bola Tinubu the report of its investigation into what it described as acts read more Military names 16 officers involved in alleged coup plot against Tinubu

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12 h. ago Trump speech sparks “buy” signal for Nigerian Eurobond as yields drop

The Nigerian Eurobond yields trended lower, compressing by six basis points to 7.05 percent last week from 7.11 percent the read more Trump speech sparks “buy” signal for Nigerian Eurobond as yields drop

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12 h. ago DHQ finally confirms coup attempt, indicted officers to face military trial

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters confirms a Nigerian coup attempt. Indicted officers will now face a military trial following a comprehensive investigation. Read More: https://punchng.com/dhq-finally-confirms-coup-attempt-indicted-officers-to-face-military-trial/

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14 h. ago Prioritise Technology For Global Relevance, TETFund Board Chair Urges Varsities

The chairman, Board of Trustees of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and former governor of Katsina State, Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, has called on Nigerian universities to intensify the deployment of technology in order to produce graduates with skills relevant to global competitiveness. Masari stated this at the 17th convocation ceremony of Al-Qalam University, […]

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14 h. ago Police, PSC extend recruitment deadline over low applications from Lagos, others

The PSC and Nigeria Police Force extend the police recruitment deadline to Feb 8, 2026, due to low applications in states like Lagos and Ogun. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-psc-extend-recruitment-deadline-over-low-applications-from-lagos-others/

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16 h. ago 30 vessels to arrive Lagos ports with petroleum products, food – NPA

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) reports 30 ships are expected for Lagos ports arrival between Jan 26 and Feb 6, carrying petroleum, food, and other good Read More: https://punchng.com/30-vessels-to-arrive-lagos-ports-with-petroleum-products-food-npa/

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17 h. ago Israel To Reopen Rafah Crossing For Pedestrians Only After Recovery Of Last Hostage’s Remains

Israel has announced that it will allow only pedestrian movement through the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt as part of a limited reopening, contingent on the recovery of the remains of the last Israeli hostage in Gaza. In a statement issued on Monday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said the crossing would reopen solely […]

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18 h. ago 15 Die, 28 Missing As Ferry With 350 Passengers Sinks In Philippines

At least 15 people have been confirmed dead after a passenger ferry carrying more than 350 people capsized off the southern Philippine province of Basilan, officials have said. The Philippine Coast Guard confirmed that 316 passengers have so far been rescued, while 28 others remained missing following the incident. The ferry, MV Trisha Kerstin 3, […]

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18 h. ago Firm launches initiative to offer access to human agents for big loans, investments

A Nigerian fintech firm known as Sycamore has launched an initiative that offers guaranteed access to human agents for big read more Firm launches initiative to offer access to human agents for big loans, investments

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18 h. ago Wildlife Trafficking: Customs Intercepts 4 Live Pangolins In Ogun Creeks

The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Thursday, January 15, 2026, intercepted four live pangolins in Ajilete creeks, Ogun State, in a significant boost to Nigeria’s fight against wildlife trafficking. According to a press release signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Unit, Chief Superintendent of Customs […]

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19 h. ago EPL watch parties enliven Nigerian fans in Man United–Arsenal classic

Football fans across Nigeria took centre stage on Sunday night as MTN Nigeria transformed the classic Premier League clash between read more EPL watch parties enliven Nigerian fans in Man United–Arsenal classic

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19 h. ago FULL LIST: Nigerians dominate top 10 Africa’s biggest streamers in 2026

Discover Africa’s biggest streamers in 2026. See the full top 10 list, dominated by Nigerian creators like Carter Efe, Shank Comics, and Enzo. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-nigerians-dominate-top-10-africas-biggest-streamers-in-2026/

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21 h. ago Army clears Boko Haram hideouts in Niger, foils banditry in Kaduna

Troops of the Nigerian Army have recorded major operational successes against Boko Haram splinter groups and armed bandits in Niger read more Army clears Boko Haram hideouts in Niger, foils banditry in Kaduna

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23 h. ago Women Group Begs Tinubu’s To Intervene In Rivers Political Crisis

The South-South Professional Women Association International (SSPWAI) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene in the political crisis rocking Rivers State, warning that prolonged instability could threaten national economic interests and public safety. Speaking at a press briefing yesterday, the association’s national president, Dr. Mrs. Constance Mbang, said the lingering tensions surrounding […]

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23 h. ago 13,417 Nigerian Fraudsters Listed On Person Of Interest Portal

At least 13,417 individuals linked to fraudulent activities in Nigeria’s financial system have been captured on the Person of Interest Portal jointly developed by the Nigeria Inter Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) in collaboration with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), security agencies and other stakeholders. The managing director of NIBSS,  Premier Oiwoh disclosed this while […]

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28 h. ago Insurgency: Ndume lauds repatriation of Nigerians displaced to Cameroon

Senator Ali Ndume commends the successful Nigerian repatriation of citizens displaced by insurgency, praising federal and Borno state government efforts. Read More: https://punchng.com/insurgency-ndume-lauds-repatriation-of-nigerians-displaced-to-cameroon/

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