The Federal Government has warned prospective investors in the 2025 oil licensing round that any errors, miscalculations, or disappointments arising from the bidding process will be borne entirely by the companies involved, stressing that there will be no refunds of...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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Seventeen months after the Ogun State Government announced plans to relocate the Kara Cattle Market along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway over environmental and sanitation concerns, findings by PUNCH Metro have shown that the market remains in full operation, as open defecation...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria has rejected a circular issued by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare directing the implementation of a “No Work, No Pay” policy and the stoppage of salaries of members of the Joint...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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Billionaire industrialist and Chairman of BUA Group, Abdulsamad Rabiu, on Thursday announced that he will fulfil his $500,000 pledge to the Super Eagles despite the team’s failure to clinch the Africa Cup of Nations title. Rabiu disclosed this in a...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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Nigeria will face the Pharaohs of Egypt for third place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday, January 17, 2026. The fixture follows Wednesday’s semi-finals, in which the Super Eagles fell short against host nation Morocco, losing 4–2...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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The leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, on Wednesday, accused Kano State Government of Governor Abba Yusuf of forcing state officials and elected local government chairmen to sign documents indicating their defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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January 15 is celebrated annually as Nigerian Armed Forces Remembrance and Celebration Day. This day honours the supreme sacrifice made by fallen heroes of the Nigerian military. It recognises the sacrifices of serving soldiers and veterans who have fought under...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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Early detection is one of the most effective tools for improving cancer survival. When cancer is identified at an early stage, treatment is often more effective, less invasive, and significantly more likely to save lives. Yet, in many communities, silence...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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No fewer than six people, including a retired Nigerian Army warrant officer and a former councillor, have been killed by bandits in a series of attacks on communities in the Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. The killings occurred...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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Nigeria’s economy is showing early signs of stabilisation, but progress remains fragile, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria said on Wednesday, emphasising that accountability will be critical to sustaining fiscal reforms and national development. The event, ICAN’s 2026 Economic...
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Published on: 2026-01-15
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The Super Eagles were beaten 4-2 on penalties by Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday night. Nigeria failed to create enough chances to score and failed to capitalize on the few ones they...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Moniepoint and several other Nigerian banks have informed their customers of a new 7.5 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) to be applied to bank transfers and Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) transactions. According to a customer notice obtained by DAILY...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Super Eagles defender, Calvin Bassey, has been handed a one-man ban following his yellow card against Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday night. Bassey, who was walking a disciplinary tightrope ahead of the...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has named three Super Eagles players to help Nigeria win the AFCON. The former England international named Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Alex Iwobi. Ferdinand spoke before Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final tie with Morocco on Wednesday...
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A Kano State High Court on Wednesday continued hearing the case of Mannir Ibrahim, who is accused of raping and causing the death of a nine-year-old girl, allegations he has denied in court. Mannir Ibrahim is accused of raping Rumaisa...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Former Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo has named Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey as the best in his position at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. According to him, the Fulham defender has been outstanding and has taken charge of...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has said that professors in the Nigerian public universities will now receive a monthly top-up of N140,000. Alausa made this disclosure on Wednesday while fielding questions in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh has singled out three Nigerian players for special praise amid the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, tournament in Morocco. Speaking on the Global Football Insights podcast, Oliseh said Super Eagles midfielder Alex...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Ahead of the 2027 general election, the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has dismissed the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressive Congress, APC, for re-election by former Governor of Enugu State, Mr. Sullivan Chime. A leader of...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Senegal have booked their place in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Teranaga Lions qualified thanks to a 1-0 win over Egypt in the first semi-final played on Wednesday evening. It was a cagey affair between...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Former Secretary to the State Government of Rivers State, Tammy Danagogo, has reacted to the invitation extended to him by the Nigeria Police Force over alleged plot to assassinate the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike. Danagogo...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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The Kaduna State Government has described as “false and misleading” the narratives circulating on social media over the conviction of Victor Solomon, popularly known as Zidane, saying that the judicial process was transparent, lawful and grounded strictly in evidence. The...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani, has slammed those supporting United States President, Donald Trump, over his move to acquire Greenland. In a post on his verified X handle, Sani wrote, “You can’t support the violation of one sovereignty and...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Staff of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, MOUAU, Abia State, have reacted to social media reports accusing the institution’s management of mismanagement of funds. The workers, who spoke in the university’s campus on Tuesday, said that the reports about...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Kun Khalifat FC have recruited 12 new players for the second stanza of the 2025/26 season. The newly signed players are Ebetomame Oghenetega, Iyamu Blessed, Abdulrafiu Owolabi, Salami Damilola and Ekebuike James. Others are James Ebuka, Benson Benkin, Muhammed Adamu...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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The Lagos State Government is set to deploy electric-powered boats into the Lagos Ferry Services, LAGFERRY, fleet before the end of the year as part of efforts to lower transport fares and promote sustainable mobility. The Managing Director of LAGFERRY,...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Armed men loyal to infamous leader, Bello Turji raided Gajit community in Lajinge District, Sabon-Birni LGA, Sokoto State, leaving two people injured and kidnapping at least 20 residents.The incident was reported in a post on X on Wednesday by security...
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Published on: 2026-01-14
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Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle has praised Morocco winger Brahim Diaz ahead of the AFCON semi-final tie on Wednesday night. Chelle described the Real Madrid star as a ‘good player’ for outstanding displays for the Atlas Lions so far in...
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