3 h. ago Foundation warns of humanitarian crisis over Makoko demolition

A peace foundation warns the ongoing Makoko demolition could trigger a major humanitarian crisis, displacing residents and creating severe hardship in Lago Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-warns-of-humanitarian-crisis-over-makoko-demolition/

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16 h. ago Trump also stands to lose from threatened tariffs – French minister

A French minister warns that Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs over the Greenland purchase could be ‘deadly’ for the US economy, affecting farmers and indu Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-also-stands-to-lose-from-threatened-tariffs-french-minister/

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18 h. ago Stop distracting Abia with 2027 election talk, Otti tells opposition

Abia Governor Alex Otti warns opponents to stop early Abia 2027 election permutations, insisting his focus is on development, not political noise. Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-distracting-abia-with-2027-election-talk-otti-tells-opposition/

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21 h. ago Crisis rocks ADC in Borno as police seals party secretariat 

As the 2027 elections approach, political gladiators have begun forming coalitions, aligning, and defecting, with a view to building stronger read more Crisis rocks ADC in Borno as police seals party secretariat 

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29 h. ago Fubara pledges to uphold peace despite Rivers political crisis

Amid the Rivers political crisis, Governor Siminalayi Fubara vows to protect lives and property, assuring residents his administration is focused on peace. Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-pledges-to-uphold-peace-despite-rivers-political-crisis/

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31 h. ago Nigeria Reaffirms ECOWAS Leadership Role At Guinea Presidential Inauguration

In what obviously was an endorsement and upliftment of the Economic Community of West African States’ (ECOWAS) spirit of unity and togetherness, Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, witnessed the swearing into office and inauguration of President S.E Mamadi Doumbouya as the President of Guinea Conakry. The inauguration of President Doumbouya […]

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32 h. ago Edo Police Warn Against Attack On Policemen As Reckless Driver Knocks Down 3 Personnel

The Edo State Police Command, on Saturday, warned motorists and members of the public that attacks on police officers on lawful duty will no longer be tolerated. The warning followed an incident in which three police personnel of the Command were knocked down at a checkpoint in Benin City by a motorist. The incident, which […]

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37 h. ago Rivers APC Faults State Assembly Over Fubara Impeachment Move

The party warned that Rivers State could not afford actions that threaten political stability. The post Rivers APC Faults State Assembly Over Fubara Impeachment Move appeared first on Channels Television.

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38 h. ago “Stop Negotiating With Bandits, They Don’t Fear God” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Advises Governors

Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has called on state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such engagements weaken ongoing military operations. Musa made the call during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he said dialogue with criminal groups only emboldens them and complicates the work of security agencies. According to him, bandits are […] The post “Stop Negotiating With Bandits, They Don’t Fear God” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Advises Governors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Attack on officers won’t be tolerated, Edo CP warns motorists

Edo State Police Command issues a stern warning to motorists after a dangerous attack on officers left three injured in a hit-and-run incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/attack-on-officers-wont-be-tolerated-edo-cp-warns-motorists/

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42 h. ago Three Officers Injured As Reckless Driver Rams Into Police Checkpoint In Edo

The driver drove against traffic, breached a police checkpoint barricade, made a turn, and drove back at officers on duty, knocking down the police personnel who were said to be on lawful duty. The post Three Officers Injured As Reckless Driver Rams Into Police Checkpoint In Edo appeared first on Channels Television.

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43 h. ago African Heads Of State Confirm Presence At Nigeria Int’l Energy Summit

The Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) has announced the confirmation of distinguished African Heads of State for its 2026 edition, reinforcing the Summit’s status as Africa’s most authoritative and impactful platform for energy dialogue, policy coordination, and investment mobilization. Among the confirmed leaders are His Excellency Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia, […]

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43 h. ago Nigeria Faces Worst Hunger In Decade As Aid Cuts Hit Northeast, UN Warns

Funding shortfalls in 2025 had already forced WFP to scale back nutrition programmes in Nigeria, affecting more than 300,000 children, after the agency warned that nearly 35 million people could go hungry as its resources ran out in December. The post Nigeria Faces Worst Hunger In Decade As Aid Cuts Hit Northeast, UN Warns appeared first on Channels Television.

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44 h. ago Venezuela Interim Leader Sacks Industry Minister, Maduro Ally

Saab, released in 2023 as part of a prisoner exchange with the United States, was appointed to office in 2024 by Maduro. The post Venezuela Interim Leader Sacks Industry Minister, Maduro Ally appeared first on Channels Television.

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46 h. ago Sarduana Day: End Insecurity Now – Group Urges Northern Leaders

The Rebuild Arewa Initiative for Development (RAID) has challenged leaders in Northern Nigeria to urgently confront the region’s worsening insecurity, saying the crisis can no longer be met with “silence, denial or fragmented efforts.” RAID made the call on Friday at a breakfast session with journalists to commemorate Sardauna Memorial Day, a date the group […]

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47 h. ago ‘ÀJOSE: The Stories That Bind Us’ uses film, cultural dialogue to examine silence around women’s reproductive health

Filmmakers, healthcare professionals, and cultural practitioners will converge at Alliance française on 19 January for ÀJOSE: The Stories That Bind read more ‘ÀJOSE: The Stories That Bind Us’ uses film, cultural dialogue to examine silence around women’s reproductive health

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54 h. ago Defence minister Christopher Musa warns states against negotiating with bandits

Christopher Musa, minister of defence, has urged state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such talks undermine military read more Defence minister Christopher Musa warns states against negotiating with bandits

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55 h. ago Rivers Crisis: IAWPA Spokesman Calls For End To Impeachment Proceedings Against Fubara

The International Spokesman of the International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA), Ambassador Emmanuel Nkweke, has appealed for an immediate suspension of the impeachment proceedings against Rivers State governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, calling instead for dialogue and reconciliation among all political stakeholders. Nkweke, who has played key roles in international […]

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57 h. ago Restoring national integrity is a core and urgent imperative for Nigeria’s sustainable development

Nigeria’s development crisis is no longer driven primarily by policy failure or institutional weakness, but by the routine normalisation of read more Restoring national integrity is a core and urgent imperative for Nigeria’s sustainable development

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58 h. ago ‘There Won’t Be Help From Anybody’, EFCC Warns Corrupt Politicians, Others In Cryptic Message

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, warned corrupt politicians, civil servants, and fraudsters, saying there won’t be help for them from anywhere when they get caught in the agency’s net. EFCC gave the warning in a cryptic message written in Pidgin English and posted on its verified social media handles shortly after […]

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