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Oyedele denies suspension of tax laws guidelines
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:22:24 +0000
Taiwo Oyedele, chairman of the tax reform committee, refutes claims that the government has paused the new tax laws guidelines due to uncertainty. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyedele-denies-suspension-of-tax-laws-guidelines/
Afternoon Recap: Rivers Assembly deadlock, court strikes out Natasha charges, Edo doctor freed, other top stories
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:15:31 +0000
Get the latest Nigerian news today. Top stories include the Rivers Assembly deadlock, court ruling on Natasha Akpoti, and an Edo doctor’s release. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-rivers-assembly-deadlock-court-strikes-out-natasha-charges-edo-doctor-freed-other-top-stories/
VIDEO: NASA evacuates four astronauts from space station over medical concerns
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:12:21 +0000
In an unprecedented move, NASA conducts its first-ever medical evacuation from the ISS, bringing four astronauts home early due to health concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-nasa-evacuates-four-astronauts-from-space-station-over-medical-concerns/
Taraba Nursing College blames students’ failure on poor attendance
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:09:16 +0000
Taraba Nursing College refutes exploitation claims, attributing high student failure rates to poor academic performance and chronic absenteeism. Read More: https://punchng.com/taraba-nursing-college-blames-students-failure-on-poor-attendance/
Libyan authorities uncover mass grave with 21 African migrants
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:08:28 +0000
Libyan authorities have uncovered a mass grave in Ajdabiya containing the bodies of 21 migrants from sub-Saharan Africa. A suspect is in custody. Read More: https://punchng.com/libyan-authorities-uncover-mass-grave-with-21-african-migrants/
VIDEO: Badenoch Sacks Robert Jenrick from shadow cabinet over defection plot
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:05:11 +0000
Kemi Badenoch has sacked Robert Jenrick from the Shadow Cabinet, citing irrefutable evidence of a plot to defect in a damaging way to the Conservative Part Read More: https://punchng.com/video-badenoch-sacks-robert-jenrick-from-shadow-cabinet-over-defection-plot/
Dele Momodu joins ADC, rules out senatorial, gov ambition
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:58:10 +0000
Veteran journalist Dele Momodu officially joins the African Democratic Congress (ADC) after leaving the PDP, ruling out any senatorial or governor ambition Read More: https://punchng.com/dele-momodu-joins-adc-rules-out-senatorial-gov-ambition/
Tinubu hails Rema, Burna Boy, others for AFRIMA wins
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:54:32 +0000
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Nigerian artistes like Rema and Burna Boy for their wins at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-rema-burna-boy-others-for-afrima-wins/
Ogoni communities lament oil spills despite cleanup
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:40:01 +0000
Ogoni communities report seafood contaminated by oil spills despite ongoing HYPREP cleanup, raising concerns about heavy metals and cancer risks. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogoni-communities-lament-oil-spills-despite-cleanup/
Trailer-truck collision claims six lives in Yobe
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:37:38 +0000
A fatal Yobe road accident on the Potiskum-Damaturu highway has claimed six lives after a head-on collision involving a trailer and a Canter truck. Read More: https://punchng.com/trailer-truck-collision-claims-six-lives-in-yobe/
London risks mass job loss from AI – Mayor
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:33:03 +0000
London Mayor Sadiq Khan warns of potential mass AI job loss, urging swift action to harness the technology’s benefits before it impacts the job market. Read More: https://punchng.com/london-risks-mass-job-loss-from-ai-mayor/
Fire service rescues man from burning truck in Oyo
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:23:35 +0000
Oyo State Fire Services Agency rescues a man alive from a burning truck at Kara on the Kishi/Kaima Road, preventing further spread and property damage. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-service-rescues-man-from-burning-truck-in-oyo/
Move beyond civil war of 56 years ago, Soludo urges Ndigbo
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:22:26 +0000
Anambra Governor Soludo urges Ndigbo to move past the Nigerian Civil War and redirect their energy towards national participation and development. Read More: https://punchng.com/move-beyond-civil-war-of-56-years-ago-soludo-urges-ndigbo/
Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Otti preaches unity, commends security agents
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:16:28 +0000
On Armed Forces Remembrance Day, Abia Governor Alex Otti calls for national unity, peace, and commends security agents for their service and sacrifice. Read More: https://punchng.com/armed-forces-remembrance-day-otti-preaches-unity-commends-security-agents/
Makinde pledges to strengthen Oyo’s security
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:08:33 +0000
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, vows to enhance state security, promising support for families of fallen heroes and ensuring all areas are safe. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-pledges-to-strengthen-oyos-security/
Emir Sanusi secures law admission at Kano varsity
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:57:59 +0000
The Emir of Kano, Dr. Muhammadu Sanusi II, has been granted special admission to study law at the Northwest University, Kano, starting at Level 200. Read More: https://punchng.com/emir-sanusi-secures-law-admission-at-kano-varsity/
Don’t forget sacrifices of fallen heroes, Yobe gov tells Nigerians
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:46:57 +0000
Yobe Governor Buni calls on Nigerians to honor the sacrifices of fallen heroes, whose selflessness is the foundation of the nation’s peace and unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/dont-forget-sacrifices-of-fallen-heroes-yobe-gov-tells-nigerians/
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Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:28:21 +0000
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Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Kogi PDP chair hails fallen heroes, heroines
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:27:21 +0000
Kogi PDP Chairman Muhammed Gambo marks Armed Forces Remembrance Day, saluting fallen heroes and calling for support for their families and national unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/armed-forces-remembrance-day-kogi-pdp-chair-hails-fallen-heroes-heroines/
NIS updates passport tracking system to aid applicants
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:20:59 +0000
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has updated its passport tracking system. Learn about the new ‘produced’ feature that notifies you when it’s ready. Read More: https://punchng.com/nis-updates-passport-tracking-system-to-aid-applicants/
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Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:15:57 +0000
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Banditry in Benue could trigger hunger, Ex-AGF warns
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:06:04 +0000
Former AGF Michael Aondoakaa warns that banditry in Benue has displaced 80% of farmers, potentially triggering a severe hunger crisis in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-in-benue-could-trigger-hunger-ex-agf-warns/
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NDLEA loses bid to stop Proxy Club reopening
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:02:31 +0000
A Federal High Court dismisses the NDLEA’s motion to stop the Proxy Club reopening, citing lack of merit and ordering the agency to unseal the property. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-loses-bid-to-stop-proxy-club-reopening/
Police arrest two teenagers for homosexual assault on minors
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:54:06 +0000
Bauchi State Police have made a homosexual assault arrest, taking two teenagers into custody for allegedly molesting four minors in Tilde Fulani community. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-teenagers-for-homosexual-assault-on-minors/
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Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:53:26 +0000
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VIDEO: Poor officiating cost Nigeria AFCON final spot, says Austin Okon-Akpan
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:47:49 +0000
A sports analyst claims poor AFCON officiating led to Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco, arguing it mentally unsettled the Super Eagles players. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-poor-officiating-cost-nigeria-afcon-final-spot-says-austin-okon-akpan/
Impeachment: Rivers Assembly fails to reconvene
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:38:39 +0000
The Rivers Assembly impeachment process against Governor Fubara stalls as the House fails to reconvene as scheduled, leaving the political situation in lim Read More: https://punchng.com/impeachment-rivers-assembly-fails-to-reconvene/
Edo protest: Detained AAU students regain freedom
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:38:31 +0000
Students of Ambrose Alli University, arrested during a protest against insecurity in Ekpoma, have regained their freedom following the governor’s intervent Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-protest-detained-aau-students-regain-freedom/
Nigeria hit 85% capital spending after 2024 budget extension – Edun
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:36:54 +0000
Nigeria’s capital spending reached 85% performance in the 2024 fiscal year after a budget extension, says Finance Minister Wale Edun. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-hit-85-capital-spending-after-2024-budget-extension-edun/
