4 h. ago Late lawmaker’s widow, one other clinch Rivers APC Assembly tickets

Rivers APC elects Napoleon Ukalikpe and Bulabari Loolo for Assembly bye-elections, backed by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s ‘Renewed Hope Family’. Read More: https://punchng.com/late-lawmakers-widow-one-other-clinch-rivers-apc-assembly-tickets/

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6 h. ago Customs says port reforms could cut cargo delays 40%, save N3trn annually

…announces record N7trn revenue in 2025 Nigeria Customs Service says reforms at the country’s busiest ports could cut cargo clearance read more Customs says port reforms could cut cargo delays 40%, save N3trn annually

Transport

7 h. ago VIDEO: Actor Gideon Okeke tackles Afrobeats stars for ignoring Nollywood

Actor Gideon Okeke criticizes Afrobeats stars for ignoring Nollywood, urging for more industry support to boost the film industry’s global recognition. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-actor-gideon-okeke-tackles-afrobeats-stars-for-ignoring-nollywood/

Culture

7 h. ago Iyan Aladuke eviction: Family member defends Femi Adebayo over social media backlash

A family member defends actor Femi Adebayo over the eviction of his estranged wife, Iyan Aladuke, explaining it was due to a bank loan recovery. Read More: https://punchng.com/iyan-aladuke-eviction-family-member-defends-femi-adebayo-over-social-media-backlash/

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9 h. ago Cutlass attack unacceptable, we condemn it, says Abia agency DG

Abia’s environmental agency (ASEPA) condemns a severe cutlass attack on a resident by one of its operatives and promises to cover medical bills. Read More: https://punchng.com/cutlass-attack-unacceptable-we-condemn-it-says-abia-agency-dg/

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11 h. ago Nigeria, Türkiye strengthen defence, economic ties ahead of Tinubu’s visit

Nigeria and Türkiye deepen military and economic collaboration after high-level talks, paving the way for expanded trade and security cooperation. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-turkiye-strengthen-defence-economic-ties-ahead-of-tinubus-visit/

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19 h. ago Nigeria’s cashew boom hits as industry pushes for scale, value, forex gains

Nigeria’s cashew industry is quietly becoming one of the country’s most bankable non oil export stories. Annual cashew exports have read more Nigeria’s cashew boom hits as industry pushes for scale, value, forex gains

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20 h. ago Christmas Strikes In Nigeria Targeted Militants Largely Active In Niger Republic— US Lieutenant General

The attacks marked the first by US forces in Nigeria under Trump, and came after the Republican leader unexpectedly berated Nigeria in October and November, saying Christians in the country faced an "existential threat" that amounted to "genocide". The post Christmas Strikes In Nigeria Targeted Militants Largely Active In Niger Republic— US Lieutenant General appeared first on Channels Television.

Events

21 h. ago US Military Increases Deliveries To Nigeria In ‘Aggressive’ Push Against ISIS Terrorists

The increased cooperation with the Federal Government follows Washington's diplomatic pressure on Nigeria over jihadist violence in the country. The post US Military Increases Deliveries To Nigeria In ‘Aggressive’ Push Against ISIS Terrorists appeared first on Channels Television.

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22 h. ago Authority Decries Productivity Decline In 1,300 Hectares Of Land

The Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority has decried what it termed a decline in productivity on over 1,300 hectares of land for farming in the South East, The chairman of the authority, Emmanuel Anosike, stated this when he led the management team on a visit to Abia State governor, Alex Otti, at his Nvosi country […]

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22 h. ago Akwa Ibom Traditional Rulers Endorse Tinubu, Akpabio, Eno’s Re

Traditional rulers in Akwa Ibom State have pledged their support for the reelection of President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Governor Umo Eno at the 2027 general elections. The monarchs comprising paramount rulers, clan, village and family heads, and their spouses, drawn from Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, made the declaration at a special […]

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31 h. ago Niger Delta Games Will Produce Future Olympians — NDDC Chair

The chairman of the Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Mr Chiedu Ebie, has expressed optimism that talents discovered at the Niger Delta Games will represent the country at international sporting events such as the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and the All-Africa Games. Speaking during a strategic retreat organised by the consultant for […]

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32 h. ago NNPCL Attributes Oil Output Boom To Collaboration Between Community, Surveillance Firm

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has affirmed that the collaboration between host communities of the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) and Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) has led to increasing oil production and contributing to greater revenue for the country. The head, Field Operations, Eastern Corridor, Project Monitoring Office (PMO NNPCL), Engr. Akponime Omojevwhe, […]

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37 h. ago FoodCo flags January ‘reset’ as shoppers cut back and spend more deliberately

Nigeria’s post-festive retail season is increasingly shaped by caution rather than recovery. January has emerged as a period of deliberate read more FoodCo flags January ‘reset’ as shoppers cut back and spend more deliberately

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40 h. ago Florence Ajimobi Denies Declaring 2027 Elections A ‘War,’ Says Viral Video Is AI

Florence Ajimobi has refuted a video circulating on social media that shows her declaring ‘war’ against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the upcoming 2027 elections in Oyo State, describing the footage as digitally manipulated with artificial intelligence. In an official statement issued on Saturday, Dr. Ajimobi’s office confirmed that the video iwa an AI-generated […]

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41 h. ago US Preparing To Deport Iranians Despite Unrest, Killings — NGO

The deportation flights would be the first to Iran since the beginning of the mass uprisings in the country, which peaked in early January before being violently repressed. The post US Preparing To Deport Iranians Despite Unrest, Killings — NGO appeared first on Channels Television.

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41 h. ago [VIDEO] 2027: Atiku can’t beat Tinubu, even with Obi, says minister

Minister Hannatu Musawa says an Atiku/Obi ticket is no match for President Tinubu in the 2027 Nigerian election, sparking online debate. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-2027-atiku-cant-beat-tinubu-even-with-obi-says-minister/

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41 h. ago Cutting education costs is a timely and courageous intervention

At first read, the Federal Government’s decision to regulate graduation ceremonies and introduce reusable textbooks in schools may look trivial, read more Cutting education costs is a timely and courageous intervention

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46 h. ago Local Refineries Low Diesel Production Reinforces Huge Import Receipts

Low diesel output by local modular refineries is pushing Nigeria to rely heavily on importation of the products. Also, the 650,000 barrels a day Dangote refinery produces well over the combined production capacity of existing modular refineries in the country. Reports indicate that underperformance, outages and delays at regional refineries have limited local supply responses […]

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46 h. ago Travel Agents Roll Out Election Timetable Ahead Of 50th Anniversary

In line with its constitutional framework, the National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA), has notified members of the timetable for its zonal elections across the country, as part of preparations for its forthcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). The zonal elections serve as a critical pathway to the national elections for other contestants interested to […]

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