5 h. ago JAMB warns against biodata changes, double registration for 2026 UTME

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has issued detailed warnings on biodata integrity, biometric capture, and identity verification for candidates participating in the 2026 UTME and Direct Entry registration exercise. In a Tuesday statement signed by the Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the Board warned candidates against post-registration biodata changes. PUNCH Online earlier reported that the Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-warns-against-biodata-changes-double-registration-for-2026-utme/

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7 h. ago World Bank projects steady global growth despite uncertainties

The World Bank’s latest report projects steady global economic growth, showing resilience despite trade tensions, but warns of a slow decade and rising deb Read More: https://punchng.com/world-bank-projects-steady-global-growth-despite-uncertainties/

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9 h. ago ADC faction woos Jonathan, Saraki, Makinde in fresh expansion drive

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) launches a major expansion drive, inviting prominent figures like Goodluck Jonathan and Bukola Saraki to join the par Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-faction-woos-jonathan-saraki-makinde-in-fresh-expansion-drive/

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11 h. ago Sri Lanka delays education reforms after outcry over gay website link

Sri Lanka postpones major education reforms after public outcry over a gay chat website link found in a national syllabus, leading to protests. Read More: https://punchng.com/sri-lanka-delays-education-reforms-after-outcry-over-gay-website-link/

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11 h. ago Presco: Longtime executive, Nnabuko exits as Arikawe takes over as SIAT Group CEO 

Presco Plc has announced changes to its board and executive leadership, marking the exit of longtime executive Felix Nnabuko and read more Presco: Longtime executive, Nnabuko exits as Arikawe takes over as SIAT Group CEO 

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12 h. ago Strengthening Community Connections Through Grassroots Engagement: Dot Microfinance Bank’s Street Awareness Campaign

On Saturday, the 10th of January, Dot Microfinance Bank stepped beyond conventional banking channels to engage directly with residents and read more Strengthening Community Connections Through Grassroots Engagement: Dot Microfinance Bank’s Street Awareness Campaign

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15 h. ago Food prices ease for staples as cooking oils climb in January

Food prices recorded mixed movements across major Nigerian markets in January, with notable relief for staple grains such as rice read more Food prices ease for staples as cooking oils climb in January

Society

16 h. ago A’Ibom orders commissioners to present scorecards, 2026 projections

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has directed commissioners to present their stewardship scorecards and projections for 2026, aligning with the ARISE Agenda. Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-orders-commissioners-to-present-scorecards-2026-projections/

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16 h. ago Trump threatens 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran as protests turn deadly

Donald Trump,  the United States president, has warned that any country doing business with Iran will face a 25 percent read more Trump threatens 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran as protests turn deadly

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18 h. ago Board Urges Institutions To Comply With Admission Guidelines

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has warned tertiary institutions against admitting lower-ranked candidates and bypassing higher-ranked ones. The board directed the immediate reversal of such irregular admissions, warning all institutions to strictly adhere to the established guidelines governing the selection and admission of candidates. A statement by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, […]

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18 h. ago Feed Crisis Forces Poultry Farmers To Use Local Alternatives

Poultry farmers in Nigeria are turning to local feed alternatives as persistently high feed costs, weak consumer purchasing power, and rising production expenses continue to threaten the sector’s survival, raising fresh concerns over food security and protein affordability. Poultry production remains one of Nigeria’s major sources of animal protein and provides livelihoods for thousands of […]

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19 h. ago Trump Announces Tariffs On Iran Trade Partners As Protest Toll Rises

The White House said Monday that Trump remained "unafraid" to deploy military force against Iran, but was pursuing diplomacy as a first resort. The post Trump Announces Tariffs On Iran Trade Partners As Protest Toll Rises appeared first on Channels Television.

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23 h. ago DisCos billed customers N255bn, collected N210bn in October – NERC

Nigeria’s DisCos face major revenue collection challenges, billing N255bn but collecting only N210bn in October, reveals the latest NERC report. Read More: https://punchng.com/discos-billed-customers-n255bn-collected-n210bn-in-october-nerc/

Economics

25 h. ago Living under asbestos roofs triggers constant headaches, doctors declare

Doctors reveal major asbestos health risks for those in homes with asbestos roofs, including chronic headaches, cancer, and infertility. Learn the dangers. Read More: https://punchng.com/living-under-asbestos-roofs-triggers-constant-headaches-doctors-declare/

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25 h. ago Trump threatens air strikes on Iran as protest deaths hit 648

The US threatens air strikes on Iran as the protest death toll rises. President Trump warns of strong options amid US Iran tensions, though diplomacy conti Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-threatens-air-strikes-on-iran-as-protest-deaths-hit-648/

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33 h. ago Police arrest suspected drug dealer, recover drugs, weapons in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has recorded another major success in its ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking and violent crime, read more Police arrest suspected drug dealer, recover drugs, weapons in Kano

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36 h. ago Chinese firm begins mining of lithium in Kogi, starts processing plant in Ejiba

Ejiba, a quiet agrarian community in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, is set for a major economic read more Chinese firm begins mining of lithium in Kogi, starts processing plant in Ejiba

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38 h. ago Let’s Support African Platforms, Not Divide Our Unity, Says Rema After AFRIMA Wins

The 25-year-old clinched three major awards on the night, outperforming several key nominees across key categories. The post Let’s Support African Platforms, Not Divide Our Unity, Says Rema After AFRIMA Wins appeared first on Channels Television.

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41 h. ago Trump moves to block courts from seizing Venezuelan oil revenue in US accounts – Reuters

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at blocking courts or creditors from impounding revenue tied to the read more Trump moves to block courts from seizing Venezuelan oil revenue in US accounts – Reuters

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42 h. ago EPL: Man United to step up interim manager search after Fletcher exit

Manchester United are accelerating their search for a new interim manager after Darren Fletcher’s exit. Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are top co Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-man-united-to-step-up-interim-manager-search-after-fletcher-exit/

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