The Commission on Elections aims for a 5 percent increase in registered voters in the Negros Island Region. This goal follows the resumption of registration for the 2028 elections. Director Lionel Marco Castillano stated the region currently has over 3 million registered voters. The commission seeks to add 150,000 more people to the rolls.
Polícia začala o 16.00 h vo všetkých krajoch Slovenska kontrolovať nákladné autá. Na odpočívadle Hrádok za Novým Mestom nad Váhom zastavujú hliadky v oboch smeroch takmer každý nákladiak. Do polnoci budú preverovať technický stav vozidiel aj to, ako vodiči upevnili náklad.
Vo štvrtok 12. novembra sa v obci Zielonki pri Krakove rodina a priatelia rozlúčili so 61-ročnou Dorotou Baranovou. Išlo o prvý pohreb zo šiestich obetí sobotného útoku na krakovskom Hlavnom námestí. Jej sestra deň pred rozlúčkou napísala, čo Dorota znamenala pre svojich blízkych.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its reaction to an Israeli army attack on Nasir Hospital. The hospital is located in the city of Han Yunus within the Gaza Strip. Palestinians, including medical staff, lost their lives in the assault. The ministry stated that the action represents a severe violation of international law.
Residents of Plateau State are making demands as President Bola Tinubu visits the region. They are seeking concrete commitments regarding security and stable electricity. The residents also want development for agriculture.
An unidentified person opened fire on people walking on a sidewalk in the Erdemli district of Mersin. The attacker used a pump-action shotgun during the assault. One woman died as a result of the shooting. Four other people were injured. After the attack, the shooter turned the weapon on himself. He fired the gun into his own head and is now in serious condition.
The EFCC has brought a businessman named Ashley Segun Oshin before a Lagos High Court. He is accused of defrauding two investors. The alleged amount involved in the investment scheme is £122,000.
The Debt Management Office allotted N5.06bn in its FGN Savings Bond offer for November. This represents a 17.4% decline compared to the results in October. The drop occurred despite the office offering higher interest rates.
Investors pledged N1.08tn for one-year Treasury bills during a recent auction. The Central Bank of Nigeria allotted N673bn for the 364-day instrument. This indicates a preference among investors for the one-year bills.
A report from NITDA indicates that less than 20% of adults in Nigeria have used digital credit. This is despite a high rate of bank account ownership. The findings point to an investment gap in the sector.
Police in the FCT arrested four suspects connected to a fatal shooting. The victim, Goodness Imonighavr, was trailed and shot by gunmen. The attack occurred on the Gwarinpa Expressway in Abuja.
Wema Bank provided N300 million to 11 winning teams. These winners were part of the seventh edition of the Hackaholics innovation programme. The funds are intended to help accelerate tech-based solutions.
The Nigerian Exchange Limited ended its session on a positive note. Market capitalisation recovered to N163.86tn. During this period, the All-Share Index increased by 505.56 points.
Burglars broke into a shop located near Tai Solarin University in Ogun State. The business owner reported the theft of power banks and clothes. The stolen items are valued at N2m.
Felix Osagie, a Fuji musician, has appeared before an Ikeja High Court. He faces charges of fraud brought by the EFCC. The allegations involve an amount of N21.25 million.
Seplat Energy Plc announced an exchange rate for its Q3 2026 dividends. The rate is set at N1,358.34 per dollar. This applies to interim and special dividends payable in naira to qualifying shareholders.
Four students from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, have died. The deaths occurred after a sign-out party held at a lodge within the university community. Six other students were hospitalised following the event.
People are using artificial intelligence in ways that go beyond chatbots. These unusual applications include the creation of music and art. Others use the technology to secure jobs or increase their productivity.
Bolt has invested over N140bn in Nigeria since 2016. The ride-hailing company reports that it has reached 14 million riders. These investments have created 470,000 income opportunities.
Seven people died in a crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The accident happened when a tipper truck rammed into a commercial bus. The collision occurred at the Conoil axis. Eleven other people were injured in the incident.
Pastor Chris Okafor is threatening legal action through his lawyer. He is targeting bloggers and social media users. This comes after publications linked him to a death.
Conoil Plc proposed a dividend of N2 per share for the 2025 financial year. The company set December 4, 2026, as the qualification date. This payment remains subject to approval at the annual general meeting.
Ernst & Young has issued a warning to Nigerian companies. The firm urges businesses to prepare for new tax laws. Companies must also adapt to IFRS 18 and sustainability disclosures. These steps are intended to avoid financial and regulatory risks.
The Ministry of Trade banned advertisements for products marketed as having the scent of the Kaaba cover or Al-Aqsa Mosque. These items were being sold on e-commerce platforms. The Advertising Board found that using spiritual values for commercial gain violates regulations. The board decided to stop these advertisements.
The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria is in a dispute with the Edo State Consumer Protection Committee. The clash involves raids on pharmacies. The society alleges that the agency engaged in unlawful entry and the seizure of medicines.
The Lagos State Taskforce conducted raids on known black spots. These operations took place in the areas of Cele, Itire, and Ilasamaja. During the raids, authorities arrested three individuals suspected of peddling drugs.
The Lagos State Government reaffirmed its commitment to basic education. The government plans to sustain investments in this sector. The focus is on the all-round development of pupils. This approach aims to support growth beyond academic achievement.
The ICPC chairman announced the recovery of over N5.3bn. This money was taken from local government accounts. The funds came from seven states and the FCT. The recovery followed a review of the finances of these entities.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has denied reports of panic meetings. These meetings allegedly concerned the defection of prominent members of the Allied Peoples’ Movement to the APC.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima spoke at an APC campaign rally in Benin. He assured residents of Edo State that federal support will continue. This support includes projects for roads, healthcare, and security.
Nestlé Nigeria Plc is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Maggi. To thank its customers, the company launched a consumer promotion. Rewards include SUVs and cash prizes of 1 million Naira.
The Bayonle Rasheed Akinbile Foundation has paid examination fees for 19 indigent students in Oyo State. This funding covers both WAEC and UTME fees. The initiative aims to increase access to education.
A union has started picketing the Raw Materials Research and Development Council in Abuja. The protest stems from unresolved labour disputes. The union also alleges that workers' rights have been violated.
Troops from Operation Fansan Yamma conducted operations in Katsina and Sokoto states. One suspected terrorist was killed during these missions. A father and son, also suspected terrorists, were arrested.
Pastor Folu Adeboye and Oby Ezekwesili have called for the implementation of stronger values in Christian schools. They urged teachers and parents to work together to improve the character development of students.
The Board of Peace, led by United States President Donald Trump, has faced scrutiny after criticizing Hamas. This criticism follows Israeli airstrikes that hit Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis.
A rescue operation in Brooklyn has ended after a building collapse killed eight people. The Fire Department confirmed the search for victims on Flatbush Avenue is over. City investigators are now examining excavation work that was taking place next door.
Three armed individuals wearing hoods entered the Australian mansion of Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky. The intruders stole three luxury vehicles during the robbery.
Vox European deputies Jorge Martín Frías and Hermann Tertsch met with opposition leader María Corina Machado. They reaffirmed their support for the political process in Venezuela following the capture of Nicolás Maduro. The deputies stated that support for the transition would increase if Santiago Abascal were in government. This marks the first time in nearly a decade that Spanish officials critical of the regime have entered the country without resistance.
The Collective Transport System implemented a security march across seven lines due to rain. Trains have reduced their speed to ensure safety. Users were asked to plan their trips accordingly.
Жительница Шымкента предложила запустить в Казахстане отдельные автобусы для беременных женщин и мам с детьми. В акиматах городов идею не поддержали, передает "31 канал".
The Presidency of Religious Affairs released the Friday sermon for November 13. The text focuses on ethics in digital spaces and is available for mosques across Turkey. It warns that spending long hours on social media can distance children from reality. The sermon notes that attention can be scattered by useless content. It states that adults are responsible for protecting youth from digital dangers. Guidance on conscious technology use is encouraged.
Osobné záujmy niektorých poslancov prerástli do absurdných rozmerov. Poslanec za Smer-SD Dušan Jarjabek prehovoril o intrigách aj osobnej nevraživosti aktérov.
A court panel announced release decisions in the IBB case. Mehmet Pehlivan, the lawyer for Ekrem İmamoğlu, was among those released. Other individuals released include Fatoş Ayık, Serhat Kapki, Ahmet Köksal, Onur Aldı, Volkan Ateş, Murat Or, and Fatoş Pınar Türker. The next hearing is scheduled for January 4.
Астанинский хоккейный клуб «Барыс» одержал победу над владивостокским «Адмиралом» в рамках регулярного чемпионата Континентальной хоккейной лиги, передает корреспондент NUR.KZ.
The Commission on Elections plans to expand the Special Registration Anywhere Program to more municipalities. This initiative allows Filipinos to register or transfer voter records without traveling back to their hometowns. To make the process more accessible, registration sites are being set up in locations like schools.
The Ministry of National Defense announced the identities of four soldiers who died. The soldiers were on an S-70 type helicopter. The aircraft suffered a crash in Malatya.
Stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress in the South-West have called for the immediate suspension of the party’s national secretary, Rauf Aregbeso Read More: https://punchng.com/swest-adc-stakeholders-demand-aregbesolas-suspension/
Following the reconciliation between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Nyesom Wike, questions arise about the political fate of the governor’s loyalists. Read More: https://punchng.com/fubaras-surrender-to-wike-leaves-loyalists-in-political-limbo/
The Imo State Police Command has launched a manhunt for gunmen who allegedly shot dead a 34-year-old man, Gift Okoro, in a suspected cult-related killing. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-probe-suspected-cult-killing-in-imo-hunt-gunmen/
