2 h. ago Ijebu chief warns kingmakers against moneybags’ influence in Awujale selection

An Ijebu chief has urged kingmakers to remain neutral and avoid corruption in the Awujale selection, warning moneybags not to hijack the process. Read More: https://punchng.com/ijebu-chief-warns-kingmakers-against-moneybags-influence-in-awujale-selection/

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3 h. ago Osun guber: INEC ends first phase of CVR with 209,110 registrations

"This display period serves as an important opportunity for claims and objections, allowing registered voters...

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7 h. ago Niger govt uncovers coordinated fraud network masquerading as empowerment registration

The Niger State Government has uncovered a dangerous, highly coordinated fraud network operating across communities under the false guise of registering residents for Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s empowerment programmes.

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8 h. ago Gov Yusuf approves Prof Amina Bayero as Northwest University VC

The announcement was made on Thursday in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, who noted that the approval followed a recommendation by the University Council after what he described as a rigorous and transparent selection process.

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13 h. ago Alumni Blames Council For Bypassing Mandatory PhD Rule In VC Selection

Concerned Alumni Stakeholders, University of Abuja Worldwide, has condemned what it describes as a clear breach of advertised requirements in the recent appointment of a new substantive Vice-Chancellor for the institution. The group, in a press statement expressed deep concern that the Governing Council may have overlooked mandatory criteria, thereby plunging the university into one […]

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14 h. ago EFCC interview was about Abacha loot duplication allegation, not terrorism – Malami

Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami clarifies his EFCC interview was solely about alleged Abacha loot duplication, refuting claims of terrorism financing or money laund Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-interview-was-about-abacha-loot-duplication-allegation-not-terrorism-malami/

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14 h. ago Police Withdrawal From VIPs Won’t Happen Swiftly, Says Akande

Tinubu’s directive, announced amid escalating insecurity, has sparked debates as critics accuse authorities of either failing to implement it or doing so selectively. The post Police Withdrawal From VIPs Won’t Happen Swiftly, Says Akande appeared first on Channels Television.

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32 h. ago FG insists security challenges not religious as Nigeria records 860 terrorism convictions, 891 acquittals

The Federal Government has clarified that Nigeria’s security challenges are not driven by religion, noting that between 2017 and 2025, read more FG insists security challenges not religious as Nigeria records 860 terrorism convictions, 891 acquittals

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33 h. ago Ningi protests withdrawal of his police orderly during plenary

Senator Abdul Ningi protests the police orderly withdrawal, calling it selective enforcement and demanding fair application of the new security directive. Read More: https://punchng.com/ningi-protests-withdrawal-of-his-police-orderly-during-plenary/

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34 h. ago Senate To Probe ‘Selective Enforcement’ Of Directive On VIP Police Escort Withdrawal

The move followed complaints that lawmakers were being singled out while other influential individuals continued to enjoy full security cover. The post Senate To Probe ‘Selective Enforcement’ Of Directive On VIP Police Escort Withdrawal appeared first on Channels Television.

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42 h. ago UPDATED: Senate approves Tinubu’s request to deploy troops in Benin

•Community in a state of emergency, ECOWAS warns as coups, insecurity deepen regional crisis •ECOWAS applauds Nigeria for foiling Benin coup attempt •Sahel bloc condemns Nigerian military over flight •Burkina Faso did not ground NAF C-130, NAF clarifies THE Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops and air power in the […]

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45 h. ago Alleged CGT implementation fear triggers fresh debate, after investors’ sell

FRESH controversy has engulfed the Nigerian capital market as fears over the alleged implementation of a higher Capital Gains Tax (CGT) continue to rattle investors despite repeated official clarifications. The anxiety, which persists even as authorities insist that most retail investors remain exempt, has triggered a wave of sell-offs that wiped out trillions of naira […]

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46 h. ago Over 40 Nigerian Innovators recognised at NiRA’s 20th Anniversary & Awards

The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) recently celebrated its 20th Anniversary alongside the 8th .ng Awards. NiRA, managers of the .ng domain, recognised over 40 individuals and organisations whose works have illuminated Nigeria’s digital space over the years. The NiRA 20th Anniversary, themed “20 Years, One Identity: Powering Nigeria with .ng,” featured a series of […]

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49 h. ago Senate Summons Education Minister, WAEC Boss Over New SSCE Guidelines

The Senate proposed that the Federal Government and WAEC should exempt current SS3 students from writing the 2026 WAEC under the new curriculum. The post Senate Summons Education Minister, WAEC Boss Over New SSCE Guidelines appeared first on Channels Television.

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54 h. ago Senate queries WAEC, Education minister over new SSCE guidelines

The Nigerian Senate has queried the Minister of Education and WAEC over new SSCE guidelines for 2025/2026, citing concerns about potential mass failure. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-queries-waec-education-minister-over-new-ssce-guidelines/

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55 h. ago Senate Summons Education Minister, WAEC Head Over New SSCE Guidelines

The Senate, on Tuesday, summoned the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, and the Head of the National Office of West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Dr Amos Dangut, over the new guidelines set by the regional exam body for candidates writing the 2025/2026 Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE). The guidelines, according to a motion moved […]

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56 h. ago Senate summons Education Minister, WAEC over new SSCE guidelines

“This implies that each pupil will have between two (2) to three (3) courses to be examined upon in May/June next year

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58 h. ago Kogi: Mangal Cement Industry clarifies incident involving underage children

The management of Mangal Cement Industry has distanced itself from the actions of a driver who allegedly used

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65 h. ago New voter registration hits 2.68m nationwide as Osun maintains lead

The Independent National Electoral Commission released its latest report on Monday, indicating a nationwide total of 2,685,725 newly registered voters through online and physical Continuous Voter Registration. According to the update posted on the X handle of the commission, 1,576,137 applicants completed the online pre-registration, while another 1,109,588 finalised their in-person registration. The latest figures Read More: https://punchng.com/new-voter-registration-hits-2-68m-nationwide-as-osun-maintains-lead/

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2 d. ago Fusengbuwa ruling house reassures public on peaceful, transparent Awujale’s selection

The Olori-Ebi of the Fusengbuwa ruling house, Otunba Adedokun Ajidagba, has assured the people of Akile Ijebuland that the process leading to the installation of the next Awujale of Ijebuland remains peaceful, well-coordinated and free from external interference. In a statement at the weekend, Ajidagba said the ruling house is fully prepared to meet the […]

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