86 m. ago NFF dismisses officiating bias concerns ahead of Nigeria–Morocco clash

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has played down concerns over possible biased officiating ahead of read more NFF dismisses officiating bias concerns ahead of Nigeria–Morocco clash

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1 hour ago “38 AAU Students Arrested During Protest Against Kidnappings In Ekpoma, To Be Released Soon” – Presidency

The  presidency on Tuesday said 38 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, who were arrested following a protest over security concerns in the Esan West LGA of Edo State, are being processed for release. The senior special assistant to President Bola Tinubu on student engagement, Sunday Asefon, disclosed this in a statement shared on […] The post “38 AAU Students Arrested During Protest Against Kidnappings In Ekpoma, To Be Released Soon” – Presidency appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has said that for reforms to be read more Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

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5 h. ago UK govt vows further sanctions, summons Iran envoy over protests

Britain will seek further sanctions on Iran and has summoned its ambassador in response to the deadly crackdown on protesters across the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-govt-vows-further-sanctions-summons-iran-envoy-over-protests/

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6 h. ago Venezuela shows how states fall when legitimacy and intelligence fail

The extraction of Nicolás Maduro from the presidential palace in Caracas on January 3, 2026, by United States forces sent read more Venezuela shows how states fall when legitimacy and intelligence fail

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8 h. ago Museveni set to extend 40 years in power as Uganda votes under cloud of violence.

Ugandans will go to the polls on Thursday in a presidential election widely expected to hand Yoweri Museveni another term, read more Museveni set to extend 40 years in power as Uganda votes under cloud of violence.

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9 h. ago 2027: IPAC slams Wike’s ‘rainbow coalition’ claim as misleading

The Inter-Party Advisory Council has faulted claims by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, that political parties across the country are rallying under his leadership in a “rainbow coalition” to back President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. IPAC’s National Publicity Secretary, Egbeola Martins, stated this in a statement issued in Abuja on Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ipac-slams-wikes-rainbow-coalition-claim-as-misleading/

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10 h. ago Transcorp Energy, Renewvia partner on Nigeria clean power push

  Transcorp Energy Limited and Renewvia Solar Nigeria Limited signed a memorandum of understanding to develop renewable energy projects across read more Transcorp Energy, Renewvia partner on Nigeria clean power push

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13 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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13 h. ago Venezuela: UN independent investigators seek immediate release of all political prisoners

UN independent investigators on Monday called  for immediate release of all political prisoners in Venezuela, stating that more than 100 read more Venezuela: UN independent investigators seek immediate release of all political prisoners

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13 h. ago Ugandan opposition denounces ‘military state’ ahead of election

Uganda’s opposition decries a ‘military state’ amid arrests and violence as President Museveni seeks to extend his 40-year rule in a tense election. Read More: https://punchng.com/ugandan-opposition-denounces-military-state-ahead-of-election/

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14 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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15 h. ago Barau To Distribute Tricycles, Motorcycles To Students, Headmasters

Deputy Senate president, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has announced plans to distribute tricycles and motorcycles to students, headmasters, and other beneficiaries in the Kano North Senatorial District  as part of a comprehensive empowerment programme aimed at enhancing access to education and improving livelihoods. The initiative, unveiled during a press briefing yesterday by his special assistant […]

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16 h. ago Death Of Chimamanda’s Son: Lawyers Back Agbakoba’s Call For Health Regulation Overhaul

Some senior lawyers in the country, including a former President of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), have called for a swift overhaul of the country’s healthcare regulations following the death of Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, the son of renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The lawyers insist that the lack of effective regulation […]

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17 h. ago Ugandan President seeks seventh term after 40 years in power

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni seeks a seventh term after nearly four decades in power. Explore his mixed legacy of stability and alleged corruption. Read More: https://punchng.com/ugandan-president-seeks-seventh-term-after-40-years-in-power/

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18 h. ago ICYMI: Ghana clears $1.47bn energy debt, Mozambique ‘miracle baby’ dies and other African stories

Ghana settles $1.47bn energy sector debt to stabilise power supply The government of Ghana says it paid $1.47bn in 2025 read more ICYMI: Ghana clears $1.47bn energy debt, Mozambique ‘miracle baby’ dies and other African stories

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19 h. ago FG seeks private capital for airports, slashes 2026 aviation budget

Nigeria’s aviation sector faces tighter fiscal conditions in 2026 as the federal government slashed total budgetary allocation to the Ministry read more FG seeks private capital for airports, slashes 2026 aviation budget

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21 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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25 h. ago Tinubu mourns Akran of Badagry, hails decades of visionary leadership

President Bola Tinubu mourns the death of the Akran of Badagry, Oba Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, hailing his visionary leadership over four decades. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-mourns-akran-of-badagry-hails-decades-of-visionary-leadership/

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27 h. ago Ghana pays $1.47bn to clear energy debts and stabilise power sector

Ghana has paid $1.47 billion to clear legacy debts in its energy sector, restoring confidence among lenders and power producers read more Ghana pays $1.47bn to clear energy debts and stabilise power sector

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