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Click to read di full story āAPC rally disruption: SDP rejects Nasarawa claims against Al-Makura, Adamu
The Nasarawa State chapter of the Social Democratic Party has rejected allegations by the state government linking former Governor Tanko Al-Makura and former Inspector-General of Police, Abubakar Adamu, to the disruption of activities surrounding Vice-President Kashim Shettimaās visit to Lafia on Wednesday for the All Progressives Congress presidential campaign rally. The state government had accused youths allegedly connected to the two politicians of disrupting Shettimaāsā¦
Click to read di full story āWike tackles ASUU over UniAbuja land, backs Tinubuās re-election
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has challenged the Academic Staff Union of Universities to justify its opposition to the reallocation of portions of the University of Abujaās land, insisting that the union has no authority over land administration in the FCT. The minister declined to comment on the opposition to the Rainbow Coalition in Imo and other states, stating that he would speak on the issues he had with Governor Hope Uzodimma after the preā¦
Click to read di full story āLASG woos German investors, seeks stronger economic ties
The Lagos State Government has pledged continued support for German investors and institutions seeking opportunities in the state, as it moves to deepen economic cooperation with Germany in trade, technology, education and industrial development. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, gave the assurance on Tuesday at a reception marking the 36th anniversary of German reunification, held at the German Residencā¦
Click to read di full story ā92.7% Lagos pupils back discipline without cane
A study has found that 92.7 per cent of pupils surveyed in Lagos believe teachers can maintain classroom discipline without corporal punishment, contradicting concerns among some school administrators that the restriction of caning has weakened their authority over students. The finding was disclosed in a statement obtained by The PUNCH on Wednesday and signed by Onadipe Ope of the Public Affairs Unit of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency. The study, presentā¦
Click to read di full story āInsecurity: Plateau LGs adopt community policing model
The 17 local government council chairmen in Plateau State have resolved to establish formally registered security outfits in their respective councils to complement conventional security agencies in tackling persistent killings and other security challenges across the state. The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ephraim Gar, disclosed this at a press conference in Jos on Thursday, where he presented a summary report of the ministryās statewide projecā¦
Click to read di full story āInsecurity declining in MāBelt, Abuja-Kaduna road now safer ā Dogara
File photo: Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, said on Thursday that insecurity in the Middle Belt region has recorded a remarkable decline under President Bola Tinubu, citing the improved safety of the Abuja-Kaduna highway as evidence of measurable progress. Dogara spoke to State House correspondents after joining a delegation to a meeting with Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. Theā¦
Click to read di full story āCity Boy Movement targets Lagos polling-unit mobilisation
The City Boy Movement has shifted its attention to polling-unit mobilisation in Lagos West 1, tasking its newly inaugurated ward executives with building voter databases and securing a presence in every polling unit. The assignment emerged as the central message at the inauguration of ward executives for the Lagos West 1 Senatorial District in Ikeja on Thursday, where leaders of the All Progressives Congress-backed movement declared the completion of its grassroots structureā¦
Click to read di full story āChampion deepens African market push with ART X Lagos partnership
Champion Breweries Plc is showcasing its expanded portfolio at ART X Lagos 2026, bringing together a diverse range of beverage brands as part of its continued commitment to celebrating African creativity, culture and shared experiences. The 11th edition of ART X Lagos runs from 5 to 8 November 2026 in Lagos, under the theme āA New Chapter, A New Decade,ā exploring how Africaās cultural traditions continue to inspire new artistic expressions. The theme also resonates with Chaā¦
Click to read di full story āOborevwori, Diri headline SāSouth media awards
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, his Bayelsa counterpart, Douye Diri, two commercial banks and prominent figures in the entertainment industry are among the personalities and institutions listed for recognition at the 2026 South South Media and Entertainment Awards. TAJ Bank and Globus Bank are among the financial institutions shortlisted for special awards, while Nollywood actors Sam Dede and Monalisa Chinda are also expected to be honoured at the ceremony scheduledā¦
Click to read di full story āUBEC enlists traditional, religious leaders to tackle out-of-school crisis
The Universal Basic Education Commission has moved to enlist traditional rulers and religious leaders in the campaign against out-of-school children, seeking to leverage their influence to identify children not attending school and facilitate their enrolment across the country. The commission said the initiative would also involve community-level monitoring of pupilsā attendance, retention and completion to ensure that children enrolled in schools did not drop out. The develā¦
Click to read di full story āFG inaugurates Ekiti vet hospital, vows livestock boost
The Minister of Livestock Development, Mukhtar Maiha, has reiterated the commitment of President Bola Tinubuās administration to reforms and developments that will stimulate growth across all sectors, including livestock productivity. Maiha said the administration was also committed to bridging the service gap in the delivery of quality animal health services across the country, in view of its importance to the countryās health and economic development. The minister spoke inā¦
Click to read di full story āDHQ denies Boko Haram truce, reports 435 terrorists killed
The Defence Headquarters has denied any ceasefire agreement with Boko Haram, the Islamic State West Africa Province and other criminal groups. The military high command noted that operations against terrorists and kidnappers will continue across the country. The denial comes amid a report by The New Humanitarian that the Federal Government had entered into a secret ceasefire agreement with the Boko Haram faction led by Bakura Doro, which reportedly contributed to relative caā¦
Click to read di full story āTinubuās AāIbom visit: Police ban drones, fireworks
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced a total restriction on drone operations, a ban on fireworks and temporary traffic restrictions in Uyo, the state capital, ahead of President Bola Tinubuās visit today (Friday). The President will depart Abuja for a two-day visit to Akwa Ibom and Rivers states, where he is scheduled to inaugurate major infrastructure projects and attend All Progressives Congress campaign rallies ahead of the 2027 general elections. The trip, anā¦
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