Palestinians ‘not optimistic’ about second phase of Gaza ceasefire
Palestinians in Gaza have told Al Jazeera the second phase of the ceasefire won’t improve their lives....
Read Full Story →FULL LIST: 75 countries where US suspends visa processing
The United States State Department has announced a suspension of immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries as it reassesses those who may become a “public charge.” The suspension, The post FULL LIST: 75 countries where US suspends visa processing appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....
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Equities market reverses gains, sheds N457bn
The Nigerian equities market ended a 23-day bullish run, reversing gains to shed N457 billion. The downturn was driven by widespread profit-taking. Read More: https://punchng.com/equities-market-reverses-gains-sheds-n457bn/...
Read Full Story →Troops kill 7 kidnappers in Kaduna, rescue victims
The Army said these successes include neutralising criminals, rescuing kidnapped victims and recovering arms and ammunition. The post Troops kill 7 kidnappers in Kaduna, rescue victims appeared first on Vanguard News ....
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Polls Close In Uganda After Delays, Internet Blackout
Museveni, an 81-year-old who came to power at the head of a rebel army in 1986, is widely expected to win a seventh term in office thanks to his total control of the state and security apparatus. The post Polls Close In Uganda After Delays, Internet Blackout appeared first on Channels Television ....
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COAS calls for stronger Nigerian-U.S. Army partnership to tackle security challenges
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called for a deeper and more expansive strategic partnership between the Nigerian Army (NA) and the United States Army to effectively address Nigeria’s evolving and complex security challenges. General Shaibu made the call on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, during a courtesy visit by the […] ...
Read Full Story →Abeokuta: How feud between board chairman, management is affecting Federal Medical Centre
It started a mere allegations, but months after, petitions are foot-dragging the smooth running of the activities in Federal Medical Centre Abeokuta over alleged financial [...]...
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Police kill two robbers, recover firearms in Anmabra
Anambra police operation results in two neutralized armed robbery suspects at Enugwu Agidi Junction. Firearms, a vehicle, and other items recovered. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-kill-two-robbers-recover-firearms-in-anmabra/...
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Police kill two robbers, recover firearms in Anambra
Read about the latest Anambra police operation where two armed robbers were neutralized after a fierce gun battle. Firearms and a vehicle were recovered. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-kill-two-robbers-recover-firearms-in-anambra/...
Read Full Story →Alaafin breaks silence on Oyo Council of Obas controversy
Indications have emerged the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade deliberately shunned the inauguration of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the Chairman of the Oyo State Council The post Alaafin breaks silence on Oyo Council of Obas controversy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....
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Iran authorities demanding large sums for return of protesters' bodies, BBC told
Multiple sources have told BBC Persian that security forces will not release bodies unless relatives hand over money....
Read Full Story →VAT is on charges collected by banks on customers’ transactions – NRS
The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dispelled misinformation making rounds on the imposition of Value-Added Tax (VAT) on banking services, including electronic money transfer, fees [...]...
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Atiku’s son dumps PDP for APC, backs Tinubu’s re-election
Abubakar Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), pledging to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The move was announced on Thursday at the National Assembly in Abuja, where he was received by the Deputy […] Ati...
Read Full Story →Undeclared $40, 000 Cash: Sule Lamido’s Son Knows Fate Friday as S’ Court Delivers Judgment
Alex Enumah in Abuja The Supreme Court will on Friday deliver its judgment in the appeal filed by Aminu Sule Lamido, the 34-year- old son of the former Jigawa State...
Read Full Story →Banditry cripples education in Sokoto; historic schools deserted, students relocated
By Musa Ubandawaki, SOKOTO In a reminder of the devastating reach of banditry, Sokoto State has been forced to shut down and relocate some of its most historic schools, abandoning once vibrant learning centres in the grip of terror. Read Also: 60 Years After: Remembering the bloody coup that changed Nigeria forever At the heart of […] The post Banditry cr...
Read Full Story →Alaafin denies agreement with Makinde over Obas’ council rotation after Olubadan’s inauguration
Governor Seyi Makinde on Thursday inaugurated the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, Arusa I, as chairman of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs in Ibadan... The post Alaafin denies agreement with Makinde over Obas’ council rotation after Olubadan’s inauguration appeared first on Vanguard News ....
Read Full Story →Minnesota governor calls on Trump to ‘turn the temperature down’; teargas used on Minneapolis protesters – live
Tim Walz urges US president to ‘stop this campaign of retribution’, hours before agents use teargas to disperse protesters outside federal building Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act in Minnesota People affected by the US visa freeze: share your experience Donald Trump is in Washington today. He’s due to meet with Mariá Corina Machado – Venezuela’s oppo...
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Army seeks deeper cooperation with US to tackle insecurity
Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff calls for deeper Nigeria US military cooperation to address the nation’s evolving security challenges and enhance stability. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-seeks-deeper-cooperation-with-us-to-tackle-insecurity/...
Read Full Story →ACF, NEF, Others Mark 60 Years of Ahmadu Bello’s Assassination
By John Shiklam in Kaduna The Arewa Consultative Forum, Northern (ACF), Northern Elders Forum (NEF) and other northern groups Thursday marked 60 years since the assassination of Sir Ahmadu Bello,...
Read Full Story →Forum targets 1.1m youth for ICT, EV tech trainings, tasks states on mobilisation
The Nigeria Youth in Parliament Forum (NYPF) has declared its resolve to train one million and 100,000 youths across the country in information and communications [...]...
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