87 m. 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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4 h. ago FG, IFAD equip Kogi youths with mechanisation skills for food security

The Federal Government of Nigeria and International Fund for Agricultural Development Assisted Value Chain Development Programme, has launched a three-week training programme for 20 youth farmers in Kogi State. The training was organised by Kogi VCDP in collaboration with the Nigeria-Korean Institute of Vocational and Advanced Technology. It aims to equip participants with skills in Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-ifad-equip-kogi-youths-with-mechanisation-skills-for-food-security/

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8 h. ago U.S. Designates Muslim Brotherhood As Terrorist Organizations

U.S. Designates Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorist Organizations The United States on Tuesday, January 13, formally designated the Muslim Brotherhood chapters in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations, a move that significantly escalates Washington’s long-standing opposition to the pan-Islamist movement. Announcing the decision, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the action was taken under […] The post U.S. Designates Muslim Brotherhood As Terrorist Organizations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago HERO FEATURE: When Games Stop Being Playthings And Start Doing Real Work

For years, games in Nigeria were seen almost entirely as entertainment—something parents tolerated at best and discouraged at worst. Today, that perception is slowly changing. Educators, NGOs, and training organisations are beginning to use game-based learning tools to teach literacy, numeracy, basic coding, financial skills, and problem-solving. Across the country, simple mobile games are being […]

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26 h. ago US designates Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, others as ‘terrorist’ groups

The US has designated Muslim Brotherhood chapters in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations, a move that blocks assets and criminalizes tran Read More: https://punchng.com/us-designates-muslim-brotherhood-in-egypt-others-as-terrorist-groups/

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30 h. ago AFCON 2025: Iwobi hails Nigerian ‘unity’ with Super Eagles set for Morocco

Alex Iwobi credits strong team unity and brotherhood for Nigeria’s success as the Super Eagles prepare to face hosts Morocco in the AFCON 2025 semi-finals. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-iwobi-hails-nigerian-unity-with-super-eagles-set-for-morocco/

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31 h. ago HURIWA rallies CSOs behind EFCC as court seizes 57 properties linked to Malami

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has mobilised civil society organisations across the country to throw their weight behind read more HURIWA rallies CSOs behind EFCC as court seizes 57 properties linked to Malami

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33 h. ago Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

The recent withdrawal of funding by the United States (US) from 66 international and humanitarian organisations, including several United Nations read more Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

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34 h. ago Customs Release New Operating Standards For Courier Companies

NCS Spokesman, Abdullahi Maiwada, said the initiative was designed to establish a unified framework for various operational aspects. The post Customs Release New Operating Standards For Courier Companies appeared first on Channels Television.

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38 h. ago France Climate Targets Off Track As Emissions Cuts Slow Again

Emissions were estimated to decline 1.6 per cent year-on-year, said Citepa, a non-profit organisation tasked by France's ecology ministry with tallying the country's greenhouse gas inventory. The post France Climate Targets Off Track As Emissions Cuts Slow Again appeared first on Channels Television.

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56 h. ago Katsina NUJ hosts lecture to mark Sir Ahmadu Bello’s 60th death anniversary 

The Katsina State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has concluded plans to organise a special lecture in read more Katsina NUJ hosts lecture to mark Sir Ahmadu Bello’s 60th death anniversary 

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60 h. ago FG Commissions ₦40bn CCTV Control Centre For Third Mainland Bridge

The CCTV system, first announced in 2025, was designed to curb dangerous driving, prevent suicide attempts, and strengthen security, according to Minister of Works David Umahi. The post FG Commissions ₦40bn CCTV Control Centre For Third Mainland Bridge appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago United Umuada Igbo Club International reaffirms women’s empowerment, inaugurates centre for abused women 

The United Umuada Igbo Club International (UUICI), a global non-profit organisation, has vowed to continue empowering women and uplifting Igbo read more United Umuada Igbo Club International reaffirms women’s empowerment, inaugurates centre for abused women 

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3 d. ago Katsina’s Effective Grassroots Tool For Curbing Insecurity And Alleviating Poverty

In November of 2024, the Katsina state government launched the CDP, community development programme; an initiative designed to empower the grassroots by collaboration and partnership with community leaders, stakeholders, traditional rulers, and indigenes of these communities. To drive the CDP, 361 community development centres were launched across the state, with 1 centre in each ward […]

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3 d. ago Minister’s Wife Advocates Support For Families Of Fallen Heroes

The wife of the Minister of Defence, Mrs Oghogho Musa, has advocated greater support for the families of fallen heroes who paid the supreme price in defence of the nation. She spoke yesterday, at the Humanitarian Day, organised as part of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day in Abuja. She said, “While our […]

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3 d. ago NBA seeks justice in alleged forced conversion of Muslim girl

The Nigerian Bar Association demands justice in the forced conversion case of a teen girl allegedly abducted and raped by a DSS officer. See details. Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-seeks-justice-in-alleged-forced-conversion-of-muslim-girl/

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s security challenges deepens as terrorists push beyond traditional strongholds

Nigeria’s security crisis is rapidly deepening as terrorist and bandit groups expand into new territories, exploit weak state presence and read more Nigeria’s security challenges deepens as terrorists push beyond traditional strongholds

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4 d. ago Fela’s Graphic Artist, Lemi Ghariokwu Impacts Creatives At 70

Lemi Ghariokwu who added finesse and graphic meaning to hit songs of the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Kuti, has continued to soldier on with his brand on artistic designs. The great man and thought leader has told his stories on canvas and sleeves of musicians albums. Lemi who joined the roll call of Septuagenarian artiste […]

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4 d. ago Southern Kaduna Group Chides Jagaba, Hails Kaduna’s Security Turnaround

Southern Kaduna Patriots for Good Governance has said that the combined leadership of President Bola Tinubu and Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, is steadily restoring security and public confidence across the state. The convener of the group, Edward John Auta, said sustained military operations have weakened bandit and terrorist networks nationwide, leading to the neutralisation […]

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5 d. ago UN Tells Trump Administration US Has ‘Legal Obligation’ To Pay Dues

The United Nations has warned the United States that it remained legally bound to pay its assessed contributions, despite the Donald Trump administration’s decision to withdraw US from dozens of international organisations. This followed Wednesday’s announcement by the White House that the US was pulling out of 66 international bodies, about half of which are […]

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