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INEC seeks release of outstanding funds ahead of 2027 polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission has called for the prompt release of outstanding funds to ensure seamless preparations for the 2027 general e Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-seeks-release-of-outstanding-funds-ahead-of-2027-polls/
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@punchng -21 minutes ago
Five feared killed as cult clash rocks Bayelsa
At least five persons are feared killed in a renewed cult clash in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, involving the Bobos and Greenlanders groups. Police have arreste Read More: https://punchng.com/five-feared-killed-as-cult-clash-rocks-bayelsa/
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@punchng -24 minutes ago
Germany arrests ex-spy chief over foreign secrets leak
A former German spy chief, August Hanning, has been arrested on suspicion of treason and passing sensitive information to foreign powers after an investiga Read More: https://punchng.com/germany-arrests-ex-spy-chief-over-foreign-secrets-leak/
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@punchng -27 minutes ago
UEFA investigates Ireland-Israel tunnel bust-up after spitting claim
UEFA has opened an investigation into a tunnel bust-up during the Nations League game between the Republic of Ireland and Israel following a spitting claim Read More: https://punchng.com/uefa-investigates-ireland-israel-tunnel-bust-up-after-spitting-claim/
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@punchng -33 minutes ago
Trust is democracy's invisible currency, says Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio says trust is the invisible currency of democracy, stressing that it must be earned through fairness and transparency. Read More: https://punchng.com/trust-is-democracys-invisible-currency-says-akpabio/
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@punchng -34 minutes ago
Kwara women, youths to benefit from empowerment scheme
Olam Agri and SCAAD have expanded their empowerment scheme to Kwara State to equip women and youths in farming communities with practical skills and busine Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-women-youths-to-benefit-from-empowerment-scheme/
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@punchng -42 minutes ago
Civic education vital for future leaders – Ekiti commissioner
The Ekiti State Commissioner for Education says exposing students to civic education is vital for preparing them for leadership roles and active citizenshi Read More: https://punchng.com/civic-education-vital-for-future-leaders-ekiti-commissioner/
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@punchng -43 minutes ago
Ondo crash: ADC questions N4.5bn NAF aircraft maintenance release, seeks audit
The ADC has called for an audit of NAF aircraft maintenance funds after a crash in Ondo, questioning the disparity in funding with the Presidential Air Fle Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-crash-adc-questions-n4-5bn-naf-aircraft-maintenance-release-seeks-audit/
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@punchng 2 hours ago
Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu to honour Olusi at 90th birthday celebration
Lagos State Government is set to honour an elder statesman of the state, Prince Tajudeen Olusi, with a three-day programme of activities to mark his 90th birthday. The programme, which will be hosted by the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will receive President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as Special Guests of Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-sanwo-olu-to-honour-olusi-at-90th-birthday-celebration/
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@punchng 1 hours ago
INEC creates AI division to verify results, curb fake news
The Independent National Electoral Commission has established a dedicated Artificial Intelligence Division within its Information and Communications Technology Department to strengthen its ability to detect anomalies and counter disinformation ahead of the 2027 general elections. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this while presenting an update on the commission's preparations for the elections at Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-creates-ai-division-to-verify-results-curb-fake-news/
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@punchng 22 minutes ago
Ondo air crash: Wreckage of aircraft difficult to remove — CP
The Ondo State Police Commissioner says efforts to remove the wreckage of a crashed military aircraft are difficult due to the swampy terrain in Igbokoda. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-wreckage-of-aircraft-difficult-to-remove-cp/
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@punchng 17 minutes ago
Go beyond routine to improve service delivery, BPE DG urges workers
The BPE Director-General, Ayodeji Gbeleyi, has urged public servants to go beyond routine compliance to improve the quality of services delivered to Nigeri Read More: https://punchng.com/go-beyond-routine-to-improve-service-delivery-bpe-dg-urges-workers/
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@punchng -11 minutes ago
Senate suspends security summit over Ondo air crash
The Senate has postponed its national security summit in honour of 25 officers and seven crew members who died in a Nigerian Air Force plane crash in Ondo Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-suspends-security-summit-over-ondo-air-crash/
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@punchng -12 minutes ago
FULL LIST: Countries where Nigerians abroad can write UTME
See the full list of the 10 countries, including the UK and Ghana, where Nigerians abroad can register for and sit the JAMB-organised UTME. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-countries-where-nigerians-abroad-can-write-utme/
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@punchng -14 minutes ago
UN warns of rising fake drug trade in Central Africa
The UN has warned that trafficking in fake and substandard medicines poses a major public health threat in Central Africa, leading to avoidable deaths. Read More: https://punchng.com/un-warns-of-rising-fake-drug-trade-in-central-africa/
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@punchng 33 minutes ago
NUPRC @5: My friend got oil block without political connections – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima says Nigeria's oil blocks are now awarded through open processes, citing a friend who secured one without political connecti Read More: https://punchng.com/nuprc-5-my-friend-got-oil-block-without-political-connections-shettima/
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