9 h. ago Developer explains why diaspora investors are losing confidence in Nigeria

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Winhomes Global Services Limited has explained why many Nigerians in the diaspora are becoming read more Developer explains why diaspora investors are losing confidence in Nigeria

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3 d. ago Nigerian Legion Pledges Affordable Housing Estates, Better Welfare For Ex

The Nigerian Legion has pledged to work with the Federal Government to establish affordable housing estates for military veterans as part of efforts to ensure a smooth and dignified transition from active service to retirement. The national chairman of the Legion, Ms. Grace Henry, made the promise on Thursday in Abuja during an interview with […]

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3 d. ago NCoS Foils Attempt To Smuggle Drugs For Inmates At Kano Court

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, has arrested a 20-year-old man for attempting to smuggle illicit drugs to inmates during hearing at the Kano High Court premises. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Command, CSC Musbahu Lawan K/Nasarawa, the suspect, identified as Muhammad Kabir […]

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8 d. ago FG proposes ₦42bn to provide healthcare for 10 million vulnerable Nigerians in 2026

The Federal Government has proposed a sum of ₦42.18 billion to provide basic healthcare services for 10 million vulnerable Nigerians, read more FG proposes ₦42bn to provide healthcare for 10 million vulnerable Nigerians in 2026

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1 week ago ‘After Bandit Attack On Old Oyo National Park Office, No Police Presence In Town,’ Alao

A member of the House of Representatives representing Ogbomoso North, South and Oriire federal constituency of Oyo State, Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala, has raised serious security concerns following a deadly bandit attack on a Nigerian National Park Service (NPS) office in Oloka village, Oriire LGA on Tuesday, which claimed the lives of five forest guards. In […]

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1 week ago FoodCo Celebrates Growth, Resilience and Leadership in Stellar 2025 Performance

As the curtains opens on 2026, FoodCo, a Top-5 Nigerian retailer with interests in supermarkets, quick service restaurants, manufacturing and read more FoodCo Celebrates Growth, Resilience and Leadership in Stellar 2025 Performance

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1 week ago Nigerian Army opens applications for Direct Short Service Commission Course 29/2026

The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of applications for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026, calling on read more Nigerian Army opens applications for Direct Short Service Commission Course 29/2026

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1 week ago PICTORIAL: NCoS Decorates 391 Newly Promoted Officers In Kwara

The Nigerian Corrections Service (NCoS), Kwara State Command, on Tuesday, decorated 391 newly promoted officers. It also commissioned the first photo stand at the event held at the Command Headquarters, Flower Garden Area, Ilorin. A statement signed by the public relations officer of the command, CSC Philip Olumide Adegbulugbe, said the decoration of the officers […]

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1 week ago Nigerian Army opens applications for direct short service commission course

The Nigerian Army opens applications for its Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026. Find out how to apply online for free. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-army-opens-applications-for-direct-short-service-commission-course/

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1 week ago Tahir Completes Tenure At Electricity Management Agency, Hands Over To Ashibel

The Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA), has announced the  completion of the statutory tenure of its erstwhile managing director/chief executive officer Engr. Aliyu Tukur Tahir on December 31, 2025. The agency also said Tahir had handed over leadership to the agency’s most senior officer in person of the executive director, Corporate Services, Dr Utsu […]

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2 w. ago NCoS faults report alleging tuberculosis crisis in custodial centres

The Nigerian Correctional Service disputes a report calling prisons ‘tuberculosis hotbeds,’ citing its health, screening, and treatment protocols. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncos-faults-report-alleging-tuberculosis-crisis-in-custodial-centres/

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2 w. ago 366 Nigerians Deported From Canada As 974 Others Face Removal

Official data has shown that Canada deported 366 Nigerians between January and October 2025, as immigration enforcement intensified to its highest level in more than a decade. Figures from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) removals programme also showed that 974 Nigerians are currently listed under “removal in progress,” awaiting deportation from the country. The […]

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2 w. ago Prosperity Cannot Come By Taxing Poverty, Obi Faults Tax Laws

Obi questioned the government’s approach to taxation and called for transparency, fairness, and people-centred fiscal policies. The post Prosperity Cannot Come By Taxing Poverty, Obi Faults Tax Laws appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Two million Nigerians face HIV care crisis as N4.8bn funding dries up

Nigeria faces a severe HIV care crisis as global funding disruptions leave two million people without access to free drugs, tests, and support services. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-million-nigerians-face-hiv-care-crisis-as-n4-8bn-funding-dries-up/

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2 w. ago Seven airlines sanctioned in 2025, more to follow in 2026 – NCAA

stop patronising poor service airlines, explore better options, Authority tells air passengers The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has disclosed read more Seven airlines sanctioned in 2025, more to follow in 2026 – NCAA

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2 w. ago Cashew export ban could deepen poverty, hurt non‑oil earnings — Farmers

Nigerian farmers warn a proposed cashew export ban could deepen poverty and hurt non-oil earnings, urging the government to build processing capacity first Read More: https://punchng.com/cashew-export-ban-could-deepen-poverty-hurt-non%e2%80%91oil-earnings-farmers/

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3 w. ago Federal Revenue Service Dismisses Physical Tax ID Card Claims, Says National Identification Number Sufficient

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has dispelled claims that Nigerians are required to obtain a physical tax identification card, clarifying that the National Identification Number (NIN) already functions as an individual’s tax ID. The clarification was provided in a public sensitisation video released on Monday by Aderonke Atoyebi, Technical Assistant on Broadcast Media to […]

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3 w. ago FG promotes 16,582 prison officials, warns against misconduct

The Nigerian Correctional Service promotes 16,582 personnel as the Controller General warns against misconduct and criminal ties with inmates. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-promotes-16582-prison-officials-warns-against-misconduct/

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3 w. ago NCoS boss promotes 16,582 correctional officers, warns against misconduct

The Nigerian Correctional Service announced a historic NCoS promotion for 16,582 officers while warning against misconduct and collusion with inmates. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncos-boss-promotes-16582-correctional-officers-warns-against-misconduct/

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3 w. ago Federal Government Approves Mandatory Drug Tests For Public Service Job Applicants

The Federal Government has approved the introduction of compulsory pre-employment drug testing for all prospective entrants into the Nigerian Public Service. The directive was contained in a service-wide circular issued on Monday, December 22, 2025, by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). The move, according to the government, was […]

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