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Nigeria’s IT agency, NITDA, has warned that AI-powered misinformation and deepfakes could be used to manipulate voters ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Anambra State government says its Epidemiology Unit is monitoring seven persons of interest following a reported Ebola case in Abuja.

SUNU Health Nigeria has urged vigilance following the confirmation of an Ebola case in the FCT, advising citizens to follow preventive measures.

The Ekiti State House of Assembly has passed a bill for the establishment of State Police Services in Nigeria to address national security challenges.

Barcelona have reported Paris Saint-Germain to UEFA over a controversial banner displayed by fans which depicted a chainsaw destroying the club’s crest.

The APC Presidential Campaign Council has unveiled a five-point strategy to mobilise Nigerians in the diaspora for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2 Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-apc-pcc-unveils-diaspora-strategy-for-tinubus-re-election/

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called for stronger Nigeria-UK legislative ties through increased parliamentary cooperation and exchanges.

NDC governorship candidate, Abdulmumin Ajia, has called for an independent audit of Kwara social investment spending over alleged political use of funds.

The Oyo State Government has assured residents that there is no confirmed case of Ebola in the state, activating surveillance and response measures.

Over 100 students in several Ogun secondary schools have been hospitalised after inhaling a toxic gaseous substance, identified as methane, in a recurring Read More: https://punchng.com/over-100-ogun-students-hospitalised-after-inhaling-toxic-gas/

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen returns to France to face his former club as Galatasaray take on Lille in a crucial UEFA Champions League encounter.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has defended President Tinubu’s removal of the petrol subsidy, saying past leaders knew it was a scam but lacked courage to end it Read More: https://punchng.com/wike-defends-tinubus-removal-of-petrol-subsidy/

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has convened an emergency meeting to finalise its incident action plan for the Ebola outbreak in Nige Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-ebola-ncdc-convenes-emergency-meeting-finalises-incident-acti…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is considering plans to introduce life skills and critical thinking into the UTME to improve assessment Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-plans-to-introduce-life-skills-critical-thinking-into-utme/

Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has announced it will begin charging N2,000 monthly for unclaimed certificates starting from January 1, 2027.

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, on his 70th birthday, calling him a longstanding political associate.

The Kogi State Police Command has arrested eight suspected cultists in Itobe and a three-man ATM card-swapping syndicate in Idah, recovering 59 ATM cards.

The Nigerian Senate has paid tribute to the late former Delta State Governor, Emmanuel Uduaghan, urging the preservation of his legacy in healthcare and in Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-mourns-uduaghan-urges-preservation-of-legacy/

The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to intervene in the dispute between electricity workers and the BEDC to restore power in Edo, Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-urge-fg-to-end-bedc-dispute-restore-power-in-four-states/

The Trump administration has revoked over 300,000 visas since January 2025 as part of its immigration crackdown, the US State Department has confirmed.

The Kaduna State Government has intensified preventive measures against Ebola, including strengthening health facility preparedness and public awareness ca Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-steps-up-ebola-surveillance-sensitisation-at-entry-points/

The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to provide relief materials and financial aid to victims of the Edo tanker explosion in Oluku Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-want-federal-relief-for-edo-tanker-explosion-victims/

Greece’s basketball federation chief, Vangelis Liolios, has been held in a broad match-fixing probe involving several suspects and dozens of games.

Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE have foiled a pipeline vandalism attempt in Benue State, arresting an 18-year-old suspect in Logo Local Government Area.

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has urged residents to support President Bola Tinubu’s administration, citing federal support for state development.

Cristiano Ronaldo has sent an encouraging message to PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia after the Georgian international suffered an ACL injury.

A support group for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid is set to unveil a book detailing his administration’s major policy decisions and reforms.

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The Federal Character Commission and FAAN have pledged to strengthen collaboration to promote fairness and inclusivity in recruitment and staff deployment.

Former Ondo State governor, Olusegun Mimiko, has paid tribute to the late Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, who passed away at the age of 100.

NAFDAC has uncovered an illegal factory in Agege, Lagos, producing herbal bitters using a registration number belonging to a cough syrup.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has launched a special operation to flush out bandits, kidnappers, and other criminals from forests across the state.

The Nigerian Senate has urged the FG to release emergency funds and introduce mandatory health screening at all borders to curb the spread of Ebola.

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and ex-Osun deputy governor, Iyiola Omisore, have paid tribute to the late Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti.

The new Chairman of the Military Pensions Board, Maj Gen Julius Osifo, has pledged to ensure prompt payment of benefits to retired military personnel.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has backed Kylian Mbappé for the Ballon d’Or, stating that no player performed better individually this year.

The Rivers State Police Command is investigating a boat capsize in Kula which led to loss of life after a confrontation over an oil spill.

The Umeh community in Delta State has declared a day of mourning for former governor Emmanuel Uduaghan, suspending trading and farming to honour his legacy Read More: https://punchng.com/uduaghan-delta-community-suspends-trading-farming-for-mourning/

The Gombe State Government has declared a cholera outbreak in Billiri LGA after two deaths, adding that 74 patients have been treated and discharged.

The US Mission in Nigeria has issued a health advisory to its citizens after the FG reported a case of Ebola (Bundibugyo virus) from a traveller from Ugand Read More: https://punchng.com/ebola-us-issues-health-advisory-to-citizens-in-nigeria/

Paris Saint-Germain winger, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, has expressed his disappointment over a ruptured ACL that will keep him out for several months.

The House of Representatives has urged the FG to release Ebola health emergency funds following a confirmed case in Abuja to boost Nigeria’s response capac Read More: https://punchng.com/ebola-reps-demand-immediate-release-of-health-emergency-funds/

The Kwara State Government has awarded N89.2m in grants to 12 young entrepreneurs to support their businesses and create employment opportunities.

Pro-Tinubu group SWAGA’23 mourns the death of Afenifere leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti at 100, describing him as a towering figure of sacrifice and integrity.

The African Action Congress has asked President Bola Tinubu to approve the use of the Presidential Villa for its campaign council inauguration ahead of the Read More: https://punchng.com/sowores-aac-seeks-approval-to-inaugurate-campaign-council-in-aso-vil…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has described the late Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, as a committed advocate of justice and democrac Read More: https://punchng.com/fasoranti-stood-for-justice-true-federalism-tunji-ojo/

Ogun State Police have arrested a 30-year-old suspected cultist, Idris Obarayi, in Abeokuta and recovered a locally made pistol and a live cartridge.

The National Board for Technology Incubation has unveiled a proposed $600m investment pipeline and a solar energy programme for one million small businesse Read More: https://punchng.com/nbti-unveils-600m-proposed-investment-solar-energy-pipeline/

The Innovate Africa Foundation has awarded full scholarships to over 450 emerging product managers and builders to strengthen Africa’s innovation ecosystem Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-awards-scholarships-to-450-african-innovators/

Bauchi State Government has launched a new startup law to support tech entrepreneurs and graduated over 100 youths in a cybersecurity training programme.