24 m. ago Additional elective seats will boost Nigeria’s democratic profile — Stakeholders

Stakeholders who converged in Abuja on Friday expressed optimism that the proposed Reserved Seats for Women Bill will enhance Nigeria's democratic profile among the comity of nations and address decades of gender imbalance in political representation.

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27 m. ago Misinformation, Misinterpretation Can Undermine Strongest Electoral Systems — INEC Chair

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has said that even the strongest electoral systems can be undermined by misinformation, misinterpretation, or deliberate distortion. Amupitan stated this at the unveiling of a book titled ‘The INEC Press Corps: Chronicles of Nigeria’s Election Journalists’, authored by INEC Press Corps chairman […]

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63 m. ago VIDEO: Banditry, Terrorism ‘Simple’ For Nigeria’s Military To Deal With — Nwanyanwu

The ZLP chieftain referenced Nigeria's military success in peacekeeping missions across Africa as a pointer that it can address insecurity. The post VIDEO: Banditry, Terrorism ‘Simple’ For Nigeria’s Military To Deal With — Nwanyanwu appeared first on Channels Television.

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77 m. ago NSA hands over rescued kidnap victims, pledges to rescue Niger schoolgirls

Nigeria’s NSA announces the rescue of two kidnap victims in Kano after four months. Five suspects were arrested, as efforts continue to free others. Read More: https://punchng.com/nsa-hands-over-rescued-kidnap-victims-pledges-to-rescue-niger-schoolgirls/

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2 h. ago Shipping association raises the alarm over rising stowaway cases

Nigeria’s Shipping Association warns of a surge in stowaway cases, citing thousands of security breaches and significant financial penalties on companies. Read More: https://punchng.com/shipping-association-raises-the-alarm-over-rising-stowaway-cases/

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2 h. ago Shettima reaffirms FG’s commitment to protecting traditional institutions

VP Shettima reaffirms the FG’s commitment to preserving and protecting Nigeria’s traditional institutions, calling them permanent pillars of society. Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-reaffirms-fgs-commitment-to-protecting-traditional-institutions/

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3 h. ago India’s new High Commissioner presents credentials to Tinubu

India’s new High Commissioner to Nigeria, Abhishek Singh, presents his credentials to President Bola Tinubu, reaffirming commitment to the strategic partne Read More: https://punchng.com/indias-new-high-commissioner-presents-credentials-to-tinubu/

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3 h. ago DSS Intercepts Medical Doctor Allegedly Supplying Drugs To Kwara Kidnapping Syndicates

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a medical doctor suspected of transporting medical supplies from Sokoto to kidnapping gangs operating across parts of Kwara State. Security officials confirmed that the suspect was intercepted in the Jebba axis following actionable intelligence tracking the movements of kidnappers and their couriers. According to the DSS, the […] The post DSS Intercepts Medical Doctor Allegedly Supplying Drugs To Kwara Kidnapping Syndicates appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Court declares Police notice declaring lawyer ‘wanted’ unconstitutional

The suit, filed under the Fundamental Rights Enforcement Procedure Rules by Orji’s counsel, Edwin Anikwem, SAN, challenged

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3 h. ago AG Mortgage Bank eyes 2030 to become Nigeria’s largest Housing Finance Group

AG Mortgage Bank Plc (AGMB) has activated its 5-year transformational plan (2025-2030) with emphasis on the High 5s, namely: organisational read more AG Mortgage Bank eyes 2030 to become Nigeria’s largest Housing Finance Group

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3 h. ago Presidency tasks states to scale up domestic financing for healthcare

…says millions of Nigerians trapped in poverty yearly due to expensive healthcare The Presidency has challenged Nigerian states to dramatically read more Presidency tasks states to scale up domestic financing for healthcare

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3 h. ago Musa assumes office as Defence Minister, unveils strategic plans, vows tough reforms

Christopher Musa, former Chief of Defence Staff on Friday assumed office as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, pledging a new era read more Musa assumes office as Defence Minister, unveils strategic plans, vows tough reforms

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3 h. ago “My Family Has Destroyed Me, Damaged Natasha’s Character” – Tuface

Legendary singer, 2Face Idibia has finally broken his silence following the intense drama surrounding his marriage to Edo State lawmaker Hon. Natasha Osawaru. In an emotional video, he revealed that the people he expected to protect him, his own family, have instead “destroyed” him and pushed Natasha into danger. According to 2Face, the same pattern […] The post “My Family Has Destroyed Me, Damaged Natasha’s Character” – Tuface appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nigeria must keep critical health workers to curb medical tourism — NMA President

NMA President calls for Nigeria to retain health workers with better welfare packages to reduce medical tourism and improve the nation’s health indices. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-keep-critical-health-workers-to-curb-medical-tourism-nma-president/

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4 h. ago Nwoko Seeks Social Media Regulation As TikToker Acuses Him Of Plot To Kill Regina Daniels

Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North, has renewed his push for the passage of the social media regulation bill, citing the spread of damaging online allegations — including a recent claim that he paid to have his estranged wife, Regina Daniels, killed. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Nwoko, passed second reading in the Senate on March […] The post Nwoko Seeks Social Media Regulation As TikToker Acuses Him Of Plot To Kill Regina Daniels appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Osun 2026: APC Bars Omisore, Five Others From Governorship Primary

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disqualified a former deputy governor and ex-National Secretary of the party, Senator Iyiola Omisore; another former deputy governor, Benedict Olugboyega Alabi; and four other governorship aspirants from participating in its December 13, 2025, primary election in Osun State. Others affected by the disqualification are Dotun Babayemi, Akin Ogunbiyi, Senator […] The post Osun 2026: APC Bars Omisore, Five Others From Governorship Primary appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Tax implementation committee signals possible CGT review, vows ‘humane’ rollout

The newly inaugurated National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC) on Friday pledged a “humane” and transparent rollout of the federal read more Tax implementation committee signals possible CGT review, vows ‘humane’ rollout

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5 h. ago Global, Local HR Titans Set To Headline HRCEA 2025 Confab In Lagos

HR Talent Hub has unveiled a lineup of global and local industry leaders for the 2025 HR Conference & Excellence Awards (HRCEA 2025), positioning this year’s edition as one of the most influential gatherings for HR and business leaders across Africa. On the list is Sim Shagaya, Founder of MIVA Open University, and Dr. Folasade […]

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5 h. ago FG urges ICAN to back government’s tax reforms, policy initiatives

The federal government has urged the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) to support the administration’s tax reforms and read more FG urges ICAN to back government’s tax reforms, policy initiatives

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5 h. ago PDP petitions court, demands reassignment of case over fair hearing concerns

The Kabiru Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court read more PDP petitions court, demands reassignment of case over fair hearing concerns

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