Channels Television

Channels Television is a renowned independent news channel that operates around the clock, based in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 1992 by its parent company, Channels Incorporated, the channel began broadcasting in 1995, shortly after the Nigerian government opened up the broadcast media sector. Its main focus is on creating programs that cover news and current affairs related to issues within Nigeria. The channel aims to monitor and report on government policies and actions. As a significant player in Nigeria's broadcast media landscape, Channels Television stands out as the first national TV brand exclusively devoted to news. It also made history as the first Nigerian broadcaster to offer live streaming of its programming 24/7.

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'I Can't Join Eno To APC', Akwa Ibom Commissioner Resigns

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Following the defection of the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ini Ememobong, one of the state’s cabinet members, has resigned. Before his resignation on Friday, Ememobong was the state’s Commissioner for Information, Special Duties, and Ibom Deep Sea Port.
Sallah: Sultan Of Sokoto Calls For Prayers For Leaders

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The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has again called on Nigerians to pray for leaders in the face of many challenges facing the country. The Sultan made the call at his place shortly after the Eid prayer during his Sallah’s message. He said citizens ought to support the leadership in the country in their efforts to surmount the challenges bedeviling the country.
JUST IN: Akwa Ibom Gov Dumps PDP, Joins APC

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Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). “Having completed the rounds of my consultations as your servant, I have therefore decided to progressivesly moved to the All Progressives Congress (APC),” the governor said at a press conference in Uyo, the state capital, on Friday.
Muslims Celebrate Eid-el-Kabir Around The World

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Over two billion professing Muslims all over the world on Friday celebrate Eid-el-Kabir, a major religious festivity to commemorate the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, Ismail, as an act of obedience to Allah.
Ex-CJN Mohammed Uwais Dies At 89

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A former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Mohammed Uwais, is dead. He was aged 89. His family confirmed his death. The retired jurist died on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. Born on June 12, 1936, Justice Uwais served as the Chief Justice of Nigeria from 1995 until his retirement in 2006.
EU 'Deeply Regrets' US Sanctions On ICC Judges

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The EU “deeply regrets” the US sanctions imposed on four judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC), the European Commission said Friday, voicing full support for the Hague-based court. “The ICC holds perpetrators of the world’s gravest crimes to account and gives victims a voice,” Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen posted on X.
Tinubu, Akpabio, Govs Preach Hope As Muslims Celebrate Eid-El-Kabir

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President Bola Tinubu, his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his deputy, Barau Jibrin; and governors have joined millions of Muslim faithful to celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir. In separate statements, the political leaders emphasised the importance of unity, love and hope among Nigerians.
PHOTOS: Drone Shots Capture Hundreds Of Mokwa Residents Observe Eid

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Muslims all over the world celebrate Eid-el-Kabir on Friday, a major religious festivity to commemorate the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, Ismail, as an act of obedience to Allah. The celebration is marked with the slaughter of rams and other animals. Our correspondent Taiwo Adesina captured the mood of worshippers in Mokwa, a town in Niger State where devastating flood wreaked havoc recently, killing over 200 lives and displacing thousands.
PHOTOS: Mokwa Residents Observe Eid After Devastating Flood

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Despite the unfortunate incident of the flood disaster that ravaged communities in Mokwa town in Niger State, Muslims in the area are out to observe the Eid prayer in commemoration of the Eid-el Kabir celebrations. Hundreds of Muslim worshippers on Friday converged on the Dzuko Eid prayer ground to observe the two Rakkat prayers.
Russian Attack Kills Four In Kyiv After Putin Retaliation Vow

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Moscow fired ballistic missiles and attack drones at the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv overnight, killing at least four people after Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed retaliation for an audacious Ukrainian drone attack on Russian airbases. Deadly attacks have escalated in recent weeks even as the two sides hold talks aimed at finding an end to the three-year war, triggered by Russia’s February 2022 invasion.