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FG, private sector collaborate on data protection
The Nigerian government and private sector collaborate to strengthen data protection in Nigeria, aiming to boost investor confidence and secure the digital Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-private-sector-collaborate-on-data-protection/
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African hospitals under digital attack, Microsoft executive warns
African hospitals face a silent emergency from rising cyberattacks, warns a Microsoft exec. Legacy systems and valuable data make them prime targets. Read More: https://punchng.com/african-hospitals-under-digital-attack-microsoft-executive-warns/
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Doctors’ suspension: Medical directors demand fairness, balance in disciplinary actions
Nigeria’s Guild of Medical Directors calls for a fair and balanced approach to doctors’ suspension, citing risks to the healthcare system and practitioners Read More: https://punchng.com/doctors-suspension-medical-directors-demand-fairness-balance-in-disciplinary-actions/
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Young innovators unveil AI solutions to expand healthcare access
Young innovators in Nigeria unveil AI in healthcare solutions to improve access, including devices for the visually impaired and patient management bots. Read More: https://punchng.com/young-innovators-unveil-ai-solutions-to-expand-healthcare-access/
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Women group seeks collaboration to advance gender justice
A women’s advocacy group calls for greater collaboration to dismantle structural barriers and advance gender justice for women and vulnerable groups in Nig Read More: https://punchng.com/women-group-seeks-collaboration-to-advance-gender-justice/
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M-East war: Hardship deepens with petrol selling at N1,300 per litre
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Trump vows to finish Iran War despite rising U.S. Military deaths
Trump claimed the United States, working alongside Israel, had already inflicted devastating damage on Iran’s military capabilities.
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Digital setup essentials for growing small businesses
Discover the digital setup essentials for Nigerian small businesses. Learn how the right tools, online presence, and data can drive growth and efficiency. Read More: https://punchng.com/digital-setup-essentials-for-growing-small-businesses/
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31% of Nigerian women face physical violence – Report
A report reveals that 31% of Nigerian women have experienced physical violence, prompting calls for stronger government protection and inclusive policies. Read More: https://punchng.com/31-of-nigerian-women-face-physical-violence-report/
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IWD 2026: Northern leaders, groups call for renewed women’s protection
On IWD 2026, Northern Nigerian leaders and groups call for renewed women’s protection, urging policies to support those in conflict-affected areas. Read More: https://punchng.com/iwd-2026-northern-leaders-groups-call-for-renewed-womens-protection/
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Jigawa cleric outlines roles of leaders, followers in nation-building
Islamic cleric Sheikh Na’ibi Kazaure discusses the roles of leaders and followers, emphasizing mutual respect, justice, and obedience for nation-building. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-cleric-outlines-roles-of-leaders-followers-in-nation-building/
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Global equities slide amid rising Middle East unrest
Global equities slide as Middle East conflict pushes crude oil over $120. Investors face stagflation fears as geopolitical chaos roils financial markets. Read More: https://punchng.com/global-equities-slide-amid-rising-middle-east-unrest/
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Investors urged to focus on structural resilience in banking
As the 2026 Nigerian bank recapitalisation deadline nears, analysts urge investors to look beyond compliance and focus on structural resilience for growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/investors-urged-to-focus-on-structural-resilience-in-banking/
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Turaki-led PDP heads to Supreme Court over Appeal Court ruling
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Kabiru Turaki, has rejected the judgment of the Court of Appeal which nullified the party’s national convention held on November 15 and 16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State. The post Turaki-led PDP heads to Supreme Court over Appeal Court ruling appeared first on Vanguard News.
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The Imperative Of National Cybersecurity Council In Nigeria
Nigeria’s digital transformation has been swift and sweeping. In a single generation, the country has moved from an analogue economy to a mobile‑first society where banking, commerce, ed‑ ucation and…
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D’Tigress begin training in France for W’Cup qualifiers
Nigeria’s D’Tigress have started training in France for the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers. Get the latest on the squad and their preparation schedule. Read More: https://punchng.com/dtigress-begin-training-in-france-for-wcup-qualifiers/
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NBA seeks transformation of legal training
The Legal Education Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called for urgent and systemic transformation of legal training in Nigeria. It is in light of backlog, funding and The post NBA seeks transformation of legal training appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Appeal Court upholds Major General’s conviction, orders refund of N4b
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld the conviction and sentencing of a former Major-General in the Nigerian Army, Umar Mallam Mohammed. It affirmed an earlier ruling by a The post Appeal Court upholds Major General’s conviction, orders refund of N4b appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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NBF eyes six gold medals at Commonwealth Games
The Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF) has set a target of six gold medals for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with 40 boxers now entering a camping phase. Read More: https://punchng.com/nbf-eyes-six-gold-medals-at-commonwealth-games/
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Alleged contempt: Court orders blogger’s arrest, revokes singer’s bail
The Federal High Court in Lagos has revoked the bail earlier granted to gospel singer and former member of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Ayotunde Richards, over The post Alleged contempt: Court orders blogger’s arrest, revokes singer’s bail appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Coroner begins inquest into death of Chimamanda’s son April 14
A Lagos Coroner Court sitting at Yaba Magistrate Courm6t has adjourned opening of inquiry into the death of 21-month-old Master Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, son of renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi The post Coroner begins inquest into death of Chimamanda’s son April 14 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Fed Govt unveils criminal justice reform plan
Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi SAN, has launched the National Action Plan on Criminal Justice Administration. The strategy aims to transform Nigeria’s legal framework The post Fed Govt unveils criminal justice reform plan appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Conceptual paintings by artist with reporter’s eyes
After a successful presentation of Dr. Bruce Onobrakpeya’s exhibition, Six Decades of Vision: A celebration of the art of printmaking in Nigeria, at the National Museum, Onikan Lagos last October, The post Conceptual paintings by artist with reporter’s eyes appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ethical standards crucial to international practice success
Leading international law experts have charged young professionals to embrace high ethical standards in their study, practice and research on international law to unlock global recognition. The call was made The post Ethical standards crucial to international practice success appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Community sues EEDC over prolonged blackout, demands N10m damages
Residents of Okpoko community in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State have sued the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) and 10 of its officials at the Federal High Court The post Community sues EEDC over prolonged blackout, demands N10m damages appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Falana files contempt charge against Makinde
Femi Falana (SAN) has initiated contempt proceedings against Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for allegedly disobeying a subsisting judgment of the Oyo State High Court regarding the control of motor The post Falana files contempt charge against Makinde appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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+234 Art Fair: Widening the frame of arts business
For four days, Nigeria’s creative landscape was bustling with curated exhibitions, panel discussions, art installations, master-classes, workshops and high-level networking sessions designed to deepen engagement between the arts and finance The post +234 Art Fair: Widening the frame of arts business appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Aruna faces World No. 6 at WTT Chongqing
Nigeria’s Quadri Aruna takes on world No. 6 Félix Lebrun in the WTT Champions Chongqing. Get details on their tense round of 32 matchup. Read More: https://punchng.com/aruna-faces-world-no-6-at-wtt-chongqing/
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Portable fires Carter Efe warning ahead boxing clash
Portable warns Carter Efe ahead of their celebrity boxing match, mocking his trainer Small Doctor. Get details on the ‘Chaos in the Ring’ bout in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/portable-fires-carter-efe-warning-ahead-boxing-clash/
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From recycled PET bottles to AI animation hub
Despite the environmental challenges inherent in their community, Ijora Badia, one of the slum communities in Lagos state, some teenagers have defied the odds to be part of history-a new The post From recycled PET bottles to AI animation hub appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Cameroun colonial takeover: Deconstructing myths of territorial acquisition
Book Review Title:          Cameroun Colonial Takeover and Control of Ambazonia: De constructing Myths of Territo rial Acquisition Author:      Carlson Anyangwe Publishers: Babcock University Press Reviewer:    Jayeola Olatunbuson Pagination:  288 pages. The post Cameroun colonial takeover: Deconstructing myths of territorial acquisition appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Centre relives sad memories of Langa Langa train accident
The sad memories of the 56 years old train accident that claimed many lives at Langa Langa Town in the old Benue-Plateau state, were relived at an exhibition tagged Langa The post Centre relives sad memories of Langa Langa train accident appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Mothers of Chibok premieres at Filmhouse Lekki
Twelve years after the kidnap of about 276 Chibok school girls by the Islamic terrorist group Boko Haram, the strength and resilience of women continue to attract plaudits from many The post Mothers of Chibok premieres at Filmhouse Lekki appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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‘How I was inspired to paint missing…Fela Calls’
Like Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s major hit song, Unknown Soldier, (Skylark 1979), the whereabout of a painting, Passion for All; Fela’s Call (2020) by UK-based Nigerian artist, Mitchelle James Innocent in The post ‘How I was inspired to paint missing…Fela Calls’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Praise’s visual poetry stirs collectors’ interest
A solo art exhibition by Praise Sanni-Adeniyi tagged Between A Prayer and A Song, which opened last Saturday at Rele Gallery, Lagos did not only stir viewers’ curiosity but also The post Praise’s visual poetry stirs collectors’ interest appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Joshua career-earnings per punch recorded at £172k
A new study reveals Anthony Joshua’s career earnings average £172k per punch. See how the boxer ranks against Tyson Fury, Jake Paul, and Canelo Alvarez. Read More: https://punchng.com/joshua-career-earnings-per-punch-recorded-at-172k/
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