58 m. ago LG autonomy: Osun Rep, Wole Oke, urges states to obey Supreme Court judgement 

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs and member representing Obokun- Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State, Hon Busayo Oluwole Oke, has counselled state governments across the country to comply fully with the Supreme Court rulings on Local Government autonomy, insisting that the decisions are binding and not open to legislative […]

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74 m. ago Odili hails Fubara’s APC defection, says Rivers alignment with FG perfect

Former Rivers Governor Peter Odili praises Gov. Siminalayi Fubara’s APC defection, calling it a perfect alignment with the Federal Government for state ben Read More: https://punchng.com/odili-hails-fubaras-apc-defection-says-rivers-alignment-with-fg-perfect/

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3 h. ago Friday Recap: Tinubu’s ₦58.18trn Budget Proposal, New NMDPRA CEO Confirmed, UAE Flight Disruptions +More

Dive in to catch up on the major headlines, explore emerging trends, and stay connected to the conversations that matter most to you. The post Friday Recap: Tinubu’s ₦58.18trn Budget Proposal, New NMDPRA CEO Confirmed, UAE Flight Disruptions +More appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 h. ago NSCDC cracks down on vandalism, seizes stolen scraps from Calachika factory

Acting on solid intelligence, the NSCDC Cross River Command hailed the operation as a major win against economic sabotage.

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7 h. ago Customs uncovers 1980s drug seizures during warehouse renovation, hands over to NDLEA

He disclosed that the matter was reported to him in Abuja, and directed that safety checks be carried out to ensure the cabinet did not contain explosive materials.

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10 h. ago Vote Buying Wouldn’t Matter If Citizens Are Determined To Elect Their Choices – Rivers Rep

Awajis Inombek-Abiante, who represents Andoni/Opobo Federal Constituency, says it is necessary to create enough safeguards that will guarantee that competent people do not need to depend on very deep pockets to win elections. The post Vote Buying Wouldn’t Matter If Citizens Are Determined To Elect Their Choices – Rivers Rep appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago 2027: Southern Kaduna will vote massively for Tinubu — SKFEST chairman

He said the area had been marginalised and noted that, "for years we have been praying for God's intervention and God has answered our prayers.

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12 h. ago Australia Announces Gun Buyback As Swimmers Mourn Bondi Shooting Victims

It would be the largest gun buyback since 1996, when Australia cracked down on firearms in the wake of a shooting that killed 35 people at Port Arthur. The post Australia Announces Gun Buyback As Swimmers Mourn Bondi Shooting Victims appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago 20 Years of Carnival Calabar: A legacy of culture, creativity, economic growth

Carnival Calabar 2025 promises to be a remarkable experience, featuring an array of events that celebrate the vibrant culture and rich heritage of Cross River State.

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13 h. ago IPMAN eyes refinery ownership, orders members to buy Dangote fuel

IPMAN directs its members to buy fuel from the Dangote Refinery to boost domestic supply and plans to venture into refinery ownership in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ipman-eyes-refinery-ownership-orders-members-to-buy-dangote-fuel/

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22 h. ago Reps blame DisCos for poor power supply 13 years after privatisation

Nigeria’s House of Reps blames DisCos for persistent poor power supply, accusing them of failing to invest and shortchanging citizens 13 years after privat Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-blame-discos-for-poor-power-supply-13-years-after-privatisation/

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25 h. ago Court stops APC, INEC from enforcing resolution against Cross River chairman

The claimant approached the court through a motion ex parte filed by his counsel, Ayotunde Ogunleye (SAN), seeking protection from what he described as an unlawful resolution dated November 26, 2025, which allegedly sought to prevent him from carrying out his duties as the APC Chairman in Cross River State.

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26 h. ago 47.1m Nigerians no longer need treatment for elephantiasis, river blindness — Minister

Nigeria’s disease control efforts have freed 47.1 million people from needing treatment for elephantiasis and river blindness, a major public health succes Read More: https://punchng.com/47-1m-nigerians-no-longer-need-treatment-for-elephantiasis-river-blindness-minister/

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26 h. ago Nigeria’s investment risk seen rising on Supreme Court’s Rivers emergency ruling

Nigeria’s investment climate is facing a fresh test following the Supreme Court’s ruling on the state of emergency in Rivers read more Nigeria’s investment risk seen rising on Supreme Court’s Rivers emergency ruling

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26 h. ago Nigerian equities extend rally as NGX as investors earn N331bn

The Nigerian equities market sustained its bullish momentum on Thursday, as renewed buying interest in fundamentally sound stocks lifted key indicators.

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27 h. ago 2027: 70% Rivers support for Tinubu already secured — Fubara

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, assures that mobilisation for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid is already 70% secured in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-70-rivers-support-for-tinubu-already-secured-fubara/

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27 h. ago Thursday News Recap: FG Reopens Schools, Tinubu’s 2026 Budget, Detained NAF Crew Released, Nigeria’s Unsold Crude +More

Dive in to catch up on the major headlines, explore emerging trends, and stay connected to the conversations that matter most to you. The post Thursday News Recap: FG Reopens Schools, Tinubu’s 2026 Budget, Detained NAF Crew Released, Nigeria’s Unsold Crude +More appeared first on Channels Television.

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31 h. ago 20 Million Barrels Unsold As Nigerian Oil Struggles To Find Buyers — Report

Analysts say the challenge is a symptom of a wider oil market surplus, driving selling on the international futures market that pushed Brent crude below $60 per barrel to the lowest since May this week. The post 20 Million Barrels Unsold As Nigerian Oil Struggles To Find Buyers — Report appeared first on Channels Television.

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32 h. ago BREAKING: Four House Of Reps Members From Rivers State Defect To APC

Their defection comes about one week after Governor Siminalayi Fubara joined the ruling party. The post BREAKING: Four House Of Reps Members From Rivers State Defect To APC appeared first on Channels Television.

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32 h. ago Police kill two suspected kidnappers in Rivers, rescue victim

Rivers State Police Command operatives kill two suspected kidnappers in a gun battle and rescue a female victim after storming their hideout in Obio/Akpor. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-kill-two-suspected-kidnappers-in-rivers-rescue-victim/

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