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By Clifford Ndujihe, Olasunkanmi Akoni, Ebunoluwa Sessou & Efe Onodjae TORRENTIAL rainfall lasting over 12 hours, yesterday, submerged property and roads in Lagos, bringing normal commercial activities and vehicular movement to a halt. The downpour, which started on Sunday, reached a crescendo, leaving motorists and commuters stranded across the metropolis, while residents had to bail out storm […]

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Average city bus fare rises 2.43% to N1,431 in May

Nigerian commuters faced higher transport costs in May 2026 as average city bus fare Nigeria rose 2.43% to N1,431. Read the NBS report details.

Read More: https://punchng.com/average-city-bus-fare-rises-2-43-to-n1431-in-may/

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Baobab MFB launches hygiene project in Kwara

Baobab Microfinance Bank partners with Sisters of Jannah to tackle period poverty in Kwara, distributing 500 reusable sanitary pads to schoolgirls.

Read More: https://punchng.com/baobab-mfb-launches-hygiene-project-in-kwara/

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1,271 Nigerians serving non-custodial sentences nationwide – NCoS

New NCoS statistics reveal 1,271 Nigerians are serving non-custodial sentences like community service, probation, and parole, aimed at decongesting prisons

Read More: https://punchng.com/1271-nigerians-serving-non-custodial-sentences-nationwide-ncos/

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Proposed infectious diseases institute to complement NCDC — CEO

The proposed National Institute for Public Health and Infectious Diseases will complement NCDC, not duplicate roles, says acting CEO Dr. Dalhatu Aminu.

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Afenifere applauds IG, govs for tackling kidnapping surge

The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, on Tuesday, commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, alongside Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and the state Commissioners of Police for what it described as their decisive response to banditry and kidnapping along the notorious Sagamu-Ore Road corridor. Afenifere, in a letter of commendation

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The CPC at 105: Staying True to Its Founding Mission, Opening a New Chapter in China-Nigeria Friendship

Ambassador Yu Dunhai July 1, 2026 marks the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Under the Party’s strong leadership, China has achieved the twin

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Saudi Airlines mum over N6m NCAA sanction

Saudi Airlines remains silent after the NCAA imposed a N6m sanction for consumer protection violations. Learn more about the regulatory action and its impl

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Akara, Kulikuli: First Lady is right

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerian women to embrace productivity through businesses like akara and kulikuli, fostering economic growth and self-relia

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ESUT ASUU threatens strike over 2025 agreement

ESUT ASUU threatens an indefinite strike if the Enugu State Government fails to implement the 2025 ASUU/FG agreement on lecturers’ remuneration by July end

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