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Sanwo-Olu’s wife canvasses support for GBV survivors
Lagos State Governor’s wife, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, calls for support for GBV survivors while unveiling a remodelled Police Gender-Based Violence unit. Read More: https://punchng.com/sanwo-olus-wife-canvasses-support-for-gbv-survivors/
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FG offers HIV patients free liver, kidney tests
The Nigerian government now provides free annual liver and kidney tests for people living with HIV/AIDS through expanded health insurance coverage. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-offers-hiv-patients-free-liver-kidney-tests/
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Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate
Following the recent Guinea-Bissau coup, Nigeria has granted asylum to opposition presidential candidate Fernando Dias da Costa due to threats on his life. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-grants-asylum-to-guinea-bissau-opposition-candidate-2/
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FG plans 3MTT summit to showcase digital talent
The Nigerian government is hosting the 3MTT summit to feature top digital talent, connecting fellows with industry leaders to scale innovative solutions. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-plans-3mtt-summit-to-showcase-digital-talent/
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NITDA scales up digital skills initiative for 1m Nigerians
NITDA’s initiative has advanced digital skills in Nigeria for over 1 million people, empowering women and fostering inclusion in the digital economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/nitda-scales-up-digital-skills-initiative-for-1m-nigerians/
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Abure kicks as LP faction claims court stops nationwide congress
A faction of the Labour Party obtains a court order to stop the nationwide congress planned by Julius Abure, deepening the party’s internal crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/abure-kicks-as-lp-faction-claims-court-stops-nationwide-congress/
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Rivers Assembly attacks Fubara over infrastructure collapse, N600bn savings
Rivers Assembly criticizes Governor Fubara over deplorable schools despite N600bn in savings, fueling a fresh political crisis in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-assembly-attacks-fubara-over-infrastructure-collapse-n600bn-savings/
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Resident doctors threaten to resume strike
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors on Monday warned that it would resume a total, indefinite, and comprehensive strike if the Federal Government fails to implement agreed-upon demands within four weeks. The announcement was made in a communique issued at the end of NARD’s Extraordinary National Executive Council meeting, signed by its President, Dr. Mohammad Read More: https://punchng.com/resident-doctors-threaten-to-resume-strike/
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NCC, telcos urge collaboration on AI infrastructure devt
Nigerian regulators and telcos urge collaboration on AI infrastructure development to prevent Africa from falling behind in the global AI economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncc-telcos-urge-collaboration-on-ai-infrastructure-devt/
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QNET Lagos expo spotlights young entrepreneurs
QNET’s Lagos expo showcases wellness and lifestyle products while empowering young entrepreneurs with essential business education and skills for success. Read More: https://punchng.com/qnet-lagos-expo-spotlights-young-entrepreneurs/
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C1WT unveils digital platform for women
C1WT launches a digital accelerator to connect one million women-led businesses to international markets, transforming global trade for women entrepreneurs Read More: https://punchng.com/c1wt-unveils-digital-platform-for-women/
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Kano reaffirms ban on commercial motorcycle operators, orders strict enforcement
Kano State reasserts its ban on commercial motorcycles (Achaba) in metropolitan areas, ordering strict enforcement to curb crime and ensure public safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-reaffirms-ban-on-commercial-motorcycle-operators-orders-strict-enforcement/
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One injured in clashes over deposed Osun monarch’s burial rites
Clashes erupt in Igbajo, Osun State, over burial rites for a deposed monarch, leaving one injured. Governor Adeleke has imposed a 24-hour curfew. Read More: https://punchng.com/one-injured-in-clashes-over-deposed-osun-monarchs-burial-rites/
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Lead contamination: Ogun targets 500 residents for poisoning test
Ogun State is testing 500 residents for lead poisoning following a report on widespread lead contamination from battery-recycling plants in Ogijo. Read More: https://punchng.com/lead-contamination-ogun-targets-500-residents-for-poisoning-test/
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S’West commission pushes revival of old rail corridors
The South-West Development Commission is spearheading a South-West rail revival to reduce transport costs, improve market access, and create jobs. Read More: https://punchng.com/swest-commission-pushes-revival-of-old-rail-corridors/
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Seven construction workers trapped in Bauchi building collapse
A Bauchi building collapse on Sir Kashim Ibrahim Street trapped seven workers. Emergency services successfully rescued all seven alive from the rubble. Read More: https://punchng.com/seven-construction-workers-trapped-in-bauchi-building-collapse/
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More on hyphen and dash
Confused about the hyphen and dash? Learn the key differences between these punctuation marks, including when and how to use them correctly in your writing Read More: https://punchng.com/more-on-hyphen-and-dash/
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Faith divide widens: Students protest religious inequality at Gombe university
Christian students protest the lack of a Gombe university chapel after 14 years of makeshift worship spaces, highlighting religious inequality on campus. Read More: https://punchng.com/faith-divide-widens-students-protest-religious-inequality-at-gombe-university/
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Abductions surge: Northern govs demand mining suspension, unveil N228bn security fund
Northern governors address surging abductions by demanding a mining suspension and creating a N228bn security fund to combat Northern Nigeria insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/abductions-surge-northern-govs-demand-mining-suspension-unveil-n228bn-security-fund/
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Tinubu plans replacement as defence minister resigns
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar, has resigned on health grounds. President Tinubu has accepted and is set to name a successor this week. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-plans-replacement-as-defence-minister-resigns/
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Kebbi woman arrested for kidnapping friend’s son for N5m
A 25-year-old woman was arrested for the kidnapping in Kebbi of her friend’s 4-year-old son. She allegedly demanded a N5 million ransom for his release. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-woman-arrested-for-kidnapping-friends-son-for-n5m/
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North-based kids demand right to protection
On International Children’s Day, kids in Northern Nigeria call for the enforcement of children’s rights in Nigeria, demanding protection, education, and he Read More: https://punchng.com/north-based-kids-demand-right-to-protection/
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Benue group hails Kefas over Taraba security
Tiv leaders in Taraba State praise Governor Kefas for improving Taraba security and call for continued efforts to ensure lasting peace and resettle IDPs. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-group-hails-kefas-over-taraba-security/
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UMZA Air MD seeks stronger air connectivity to enhance
UMZA Air commences its inaugural Abuja-Ilorin flights with full passenger loads, promising affordable fares and enhanced air connectivity for the region. Read More: https://punchng.com/umza-air-md-seeks-stronger-air-connectivity-to-enhance/
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Insecurity: Ododo introduces regulated hours for social, religious gatherings
Amid rising insecurity, Kogi State Governor Ododo has regulated social and religious gathering hours, directing them to end by 4 pm daily to curb banditry. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-ododo-introduces-regulated-hours-for-social-religious-gatherings/
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Sokoto’s security blueprint earns national spotlight
Discover how Sokoto State’s security blueprint is gaining national attention, offering a new template for Nigerian states to tackle insecurity effectively. Read More: https://punchng.com/sokotos-security-blueprint-earns-national-spotlight/
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FCMB wins best SME bank award
First City Monument Bank has been named Nigeria’s Best SME Focused Bank for 2025 by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria. The recognition comes on the back of FCMB’s leading 24 per cent share of the banking industry’s N1.8tn total SME disbursement for 2024. The award, according to a statement from the bank, was Read More: https://punchng.com/fcmb-wins-best-sme-bank-award/
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Borno mother laments daughter’s third month in B’Haram custody
A mother in Borno expresses distress as her 15-year-old daughter, Aisha, remains in Boko Haram custody for three months after being abducted from Kirawa. Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-mother-laments-daughters-third-month-in-bharam-custody/
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Barau mourns as bandits kill one, kidnap three in Kano
A recent bandit attack in Kano’s Yankamaye village left one woman dead and three others kidnapped. Senator Barau Jibrin mourns and calls for action. Read More: https://punchng.com/barau-mourns-as-bandits-kill-one-kidnap-three-in-kano/
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OORBDA MD bags leadership award
OORBDA MD, Dr. Adedeji Ashiru, honoured with an Exemplary Leadership award for his transformation of water resource and agricultural growth in the South-We Read More: https://punchng.com/oorbda-md-bags-leadership-award/
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Society for Peace Studies elects new leadership
The Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP) has elected new leadership, with Prof. Benjamin Aluko as President, to guide its peace-building mission. Read More: https://punchng.com/society-for-peace-studies-elects-new-leadership/
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First Lady donates 10,000 pads to Jigawa schoolgirls
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, donates 10,000 sanitary pads to schoolgirls in Jigawa, promoting menstrual hygiene and education. Read More: https://punchng.com/first-lady-donates-10000-pads-to-jigawa-schoolgirls/
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Bishop urges Tinubu to rescue abducted Niger students
A Bishop and community members urge President Tinubu and security agencies to secure the release of 265 abducted Niger students from a Catholic school. Read More: https://punchng.com/bishop-urges-tinubu-to-rescue-abducted-niger-students/
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Nigerians abroad demand action on passport, NIN delays
Nigerians in the Diaspora call for urgent government action to resolve persistent delays and difficulties in obtaining Nigerian passports and NIN abroad. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerians-abroad-demand-action-on-passport-nin-delays/
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Monarch urges youth participation in sports to curb crime, terrorism
A traditional leader in Sokoto urges increased youth sports participation as a powerful tool to steer young people away from crime, terrorism, and idleness Read More: https://punchng.com/monarch-urges-youth-participation-in-sports-to-curb-crime-terrorism/
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FG begins 50 oil blocks bid round, eyes $10bn
Nigeria’s 2025 oil blocks bid round offers 50 assets to attract $10bn in investment, aiming to boost national crude oil reserves and production. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-begins-50-oil-blocks-bid-round-eyes-10bn/
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