Police probe death of bolt driver found with chest injury
Police said the circumstances surrounding the death remain unclear. The post Police probe death of bolt driver found with chest injury appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It covers an area of 923,769 square kilometres (356,669 mi2). With a population of more than 236 million, it is the most populous country in Africa, and the world's sixth-most populous country. Nigeria borders Niger in the north, Chad in the northeast, Cameroon in the east, and Benin in the west. Nigeria is a federal republic comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, where its capital, Abuja, is located. The largest city in Nigeria by population is Lagos, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world and the largest in Africa.
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Police said the circumstances surrounding the death remain unclear. The post Police probe death of bolt driver found with chest injury appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
President Tinubu’s directive follows the Federal Executive Council's resolution on 19 August 2026, in response to findings by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on “fake agencies”, ghost workers, and other control failures. The post Fake Agency Scandal: Tinubu orders forensic audit of IPPIS, MDAs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Following the Torino game, Fabio Capello, writing for La Gazzetta dello Sport, was among those to praise Chukwueze’s transformation. Chukwueze struck the former Milan coach as a “completely different player.” In 2024, one year on from Chukwueze’s signing, Capello had criticised the Nigerian and suggested he was struggling with the pressure of playing for such […] The post Samuel Chukwueze: Battling for starting spot at Milan, By Fidelis Nwagwu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
inDrive, a global mobility and delivery services platform, has honoured Felicity Eseke, the ‘Super Mum’ driver, with a brand-new Wuling XC250 2025. The brand-new car was handed over to Eseke during a presentation ceremony held at Ikeja City Mall, Lagos The post inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ driver with brand new car appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
BYSTTA Chairman Ama-ebi Ebikpolade Stow said the association was more concerned about the long-term welfare of its athletes than their success on the table alone. The post Bayelsa table tennis stars rewarded after triple-title triumph in Calabar appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The directive comes amid worsening conditions on the highway, with motorists and passengers reportedly spending days trapped in traffic. The post Benin-Asaba Road: Umahi gives CCECC 14-day deadline as motorists lament gridlock appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Our intervention is not borne out of bitterness or an attempt to settle personal scores. It is a patriotic call for introspection, accountability and corrective action within our party. The APC cannot afford to repeat the circumstances that contributed to its defeat in 2026 The post Open Letter to Mr President: Saboteurs in Osun APC and a call for accountability appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Benin-Asaba corridor has recently witnessed severe traffic congestion and hardship for motorists, prompting the federal government to order emergency interventions and a review of road concession arrangements. The post Umahi wants contractor arrested for failing to complete road despite receiving N14 billion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The recurring landslide fatalities have prompted the Cross River State Government to seek $25 million in international support for emergency response, ecological restoration and long-term resilience. The post Two die as refuse dump collapses on building in Cross River appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The latest incident brings to two the number of people killed in the state within one month after being accused of witchcraft. The post Man arrested over alleged murder of stepdaughter accused of witchcraft appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
If the repositories of official data of the country are being dragged into the campaign, the danger is that the law enforcement agencies such as the police, army and SSS can be dragged in as well. In that case, will they not add the judiciary, and indeed the entire State machine? Citizens have a huge […] The post Red lines in the corruption of Nigeria’s political and electoral system, By Jibrin Ibrahim appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
She described COP17 as the “COP of implementation,” stressing that the true measure of success would be whether decisions taken at the conference lead to action on the ground. The post COP17: UNCCD chief says success must go beyond promises to implementation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The UNCCD COP17 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, ended Friday with new political commitments, financing and initiatives aimed at turning global pledges on land restoration and drought resilience into concrete action. The post COP17: UN land summit ends in Mongolia with $1.3bn deal for restoration, drought resilience appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“All the upcoming young men and women who used to have a capital of 10 million, 20 million, and they were employing two, three other people, and then all of them went bankrupt and unemployed. How can there be security. So I said I am going to reopen the borders and I will.” The post 2027: I’ll reopen all borders, develop southern ports if elected – Atiku appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“I want to, on this podium, apologise to Abia State University as well. That strike was avoidable. The reality is that the work stops here. So, we failed. I failed. I failed them,” the governor said. The post Otti takes responsibility, apologises for ASUU strike at Abia university appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Reactions have continued to trail the claim by the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, that President Bola Tinubu is 90 years old, contrary to his publicly known age of 74. DAILY POST reports that the former vice president made the claim during an interview with the BBC, insisting that he has evidence […] ‘Desperation’ – Reactions as Atiku vows to release evidence Tinubu is 90 years old, sick
inDrive, a global mobility and delivery services platform, has honoured Felicity Eseke, the ‘Super Mum’ driver, with a brand-new Wuling XC250 2025. The brand-new car was handed over to Eseke during a presentation ceremony held at Ikeja City Mall, Lagos, in the presence of Akinyemi Oluwaseun aka Asherkine, the popular content creator, inDrive drivers and […] inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ Driver with brand new car
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has predicted the Premier League Matchday 2 fixtures. Manchester City will face Crystal Palace on Friday night, while Liverpool will host Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday, Chelsea will clash with Brighton, while Manchester United will tackle Ipswich Town. Arsenal will take on Aston Villa on Monday night at Villa Park. Giving his predictions, Shearer said […] EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Chelsea vs Brighton, Aston Villa vs Arsenal, others
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has disclosed that he has commenced discussions with former governors and political leaders as part of efforts to promote reconciliation and peace following the recent governorship election in the state. Governor Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Friday, said he held discussions with former governor and […] Osun at 35: Gov Adeleke discloses reconciliation talks with former governors
Arise News anchor, Rufai Oseni, has faulted the incessant promises of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Speaking during Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’ on Friday, Rufai said the former vice president is beginning to sound like a sound bite. DAILY POST recalls that Atiku had pledged to reinstate the fuel subsidy regime if […] 2027: Atiku beginning to sound like a sound bite — Rufai
The naira appreciated against the dollar across the official and parallel foreign exchange markets to end the week on a good note. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the naira firmed up against the dollar to N1,337.29 on Friday from N1,338.59 recorded on Thursday at the official market. This means that, on a day-to-day […] Dollar to naira exchange rate today, August 28, 2026: Naira appreciates across FX markets to end week on a good note
The Lagos State Government has intensified its campaign against environmental pollution, urging operators of abattoirs and slaughterhouses to embrace waste recovery and explore ways of turning slaughtering by-products into economically useful materials. The state government said the approach would not only improve sanitation and protect public health but also create opportunities for businesses, employment and […] Lagos govt urges abattoir operators to turn waste into wealth
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has faulted a campaign platform of President Bola Tinubu, City Boys Movement, over an alleged wasteful and extravagant lifestyle. A statement by the NDC’s national spokesman, Osa Director, said at a time when Nigerians are going through one of their toughest periods under the rudderless APC-led administration, officials of the […] NDC condemns City Boys Movement’s ‘extravagant’ lifestyle
The Rivers State Police Command has denied allegations linking the Commander of 56 Police Mobile Force, ACP London Irikefe, to the arrest and prosecution of four men over the alleged abduction of a woman in the state. The Command, in a statement signed on Thursday by its Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe Kaborlo, […] Rivers: Police disown claims linking 56 PMF Commander to four suspects’ arrest
The Lagos State Police Command has engaged young people across the state in a campaign against political and digital thuggery as part of activities to mark the 2026 International Youth Day. The command also held a Police-Youth Dialogue to strengthen relations between young people and the police, promote responsible citizenship and raise awareness about political […] Lagos police engage youths in campaign against political, digital thuggery
Dissatisfied over the firm’s slow pace of work, the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has ordered the arrest of the Managing Director of Hartland Nigeria Limited over its failure to complete the 11-kilometre Asaba-Onitsha road project despite receiving about N14 billion. The project covers the stretch from Summit Junction in Asaba, Delta State, to […] Umahi orders arrest of contractor over abandoned Asaba-Onitsha road
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has explained three possible reasons candidates may not find their names on the matriculation list. The board disclosed this on Friday in an explainer video shared on its official X handle. JAMB stated that failure to accept admission on the Central Admissions Processing System, CAPS, was the most common reason, […] Three reasons your name may be missing in matriculation list – JAMB tells candidates
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised two terrorists and recovered weapons and motorcycles during a fierce engagement with terrorists in Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, disclosed this in […] Troops neutralise two terrorists, recover weapons in Sokoto
AC Milan winger, Rafael Leao, has chosen a move to Galatasaray over Aston Villa, according to Sky in Italy. It is understood Leao was prioritising a move to the Premier League club and Villa had upped their contract offer to the player. However, Villa failed to meet Leao’s wage demands and he is now proceeding […] Transfer: Rafael Leao picks Galatasaray over Villa as Arsenal sign Tyjon
A Professor of Genetics and Biotechnology at the University of Cross River State, UNICROSS, Prof. Hannah Edim Etta, has warned that the intense pursuit of careers, promotions and financial success is creating dangerous gaps in child upbringing and eroding family values in Nigeria. Etta spoke at the 12th Inaugural Lecture of UNICROSS, held at the […] Job pressure forcing children to grow without home training, discipline — Prof Etta
Two residents were on Friday rescued from the rubble of a collapsed one-storey building at the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja. This was confirmed in a statement by the Head of Media and Public Relations at the Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department, FEMD, Nkechi Isa. Isa noted that the victims are currently […] Two residents rescued alive from collapsed building in Abuja
Two people died in the early hours of Friday after a refuse dump collapsed onto a building at Ikot Effanga along Old Odukpani Road in Calabar, Cross River State. Police personnel were said to have responded to the emergency situation. The collapsed heap of refuse was said to have been swept onto a building constructed in a […] Two die as landslide hits another Calabar community
Some members of Civil Society Organisations, CSOs, and journalists reportedly escaped death by the after an alleged attack by youths from the Ologbo community in the Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State. The civil society members and journalists were reportedly attacked on Thursday, August 27, 2026, when officials of Ossiomo Power Company were about […] Youths allegedly attack journalists, CSO members in Edo community
Ahead of the 2027 presidential election, the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, presidential candidate, Donald Duke, has warned the opposition that President Bola Tinubu is not an average politician they can tackle separately. Duke, a former governor of Cross River State, urged the opposition to unite in the bid to remove Tinubu from office in 2027. […] 2027: ‘Tinubu not an average politician to tackle’ – Donald Duke warns opposition
The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has declared force majeure on the 132kV Birnin Kebbi-Niamey transmission line following the collapse of three transmission towers in Kebbi State. TCN disclosed this in a statement on Friday, saying towers T109, T110 and T111 collapsed at Chibike Village after heavy rainfall and a wind storm. The company said […] TCN declares force majeure after three towers collapse on Birnin Kebbi-Niamey line
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of Finance and Co-ordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, to oversee and coordinate a comprehensive forensic audit of Federal Government systems. The post Tinubu approves comprehensive forensic audit of IPPIS, federal agencies, ministries appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has extradited two Nigerians to the United States to face prosecution over alleged online sexual exploitation and sextortion involving two teenage boys who later died by suicide. The post EFCC extradites 2 Nigerians to US over alleged sextortion of teenage boys appeared first on Vanguard News.
He said the organisation initially expressed doubts about the claim and asked the young man to obtain medical evidence. The post N1.5m for kidney: Lawyer alleges illegal organ harvest in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Anambra Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and kidnapper, Emmanuel Mark, 25, and recovered firearms in Ifite Awka area of the state. The post Police arrest robbery suspect, recover firearms in Anambra appeared first on Vanguard News.
Céline Dion has made a rare public appearance in Paris, stepping out ahead of her highly anticipated return to the stage. The post Celine Dion makes first public appearance in two years ahead of Paris show appeared first on Vanguard News.
If you want great camera quality without spending a lot of money, Samsung’s 2026 Galaxy A-series has you covered. The post Top 5 budget Samsung phones with good cameras in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
A couple travelling to Las Vegas for a private elopement unexpectedly found themselves getting married mid-flight after Southwest Airlines crew members turned their journey into a surprise wedding ceremony. The post How couple ended up getting married on Las Vegas flight appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB has explained three reasons candidates may not find their names on its matriculation list. The post JAMB lists 3 reasons candidates miss out on matriculation list appeared first on Vanguard News.
Businesses using Meta’s WhatsApp Business Platform will begin paying for certain messages sent to customers from October 1, 2026, under a new pricing structure announced by the company. The post Meta set to charge WhatsApp Business messages from October appeared first on Vanguard News.
Isa said that the trapped ground-floor residents were rescued following a swift response to an 11:38 a.m distress call. The post FCT emergency department rescues 2 from collapsed Kubwa building appeared first on Vanguard News.
Canada has increased the amount of money international students must show when applying for a study permit, with the new financial requirement taking effect on September 1, 2026. The post Canada increases proof of funds for Nigerians, other foreign students appeared first on Vanguard News.
The PRP candidate said the opposition would struggle to defeat Tinubu if political parties and their candidates remained divided, stressing that the advantage of incumbency gives the ruling party significant leverage during elections. The post ‘Tinubu not an average politician’ — Duke rallies opposition for unity appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — President of the Nigerian Community in Turkey and Chairman of the Tinubu Diaspora Support Group, Prince Emre Margboh, has urged the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to allocate at least five per cent of its 2027 presidential campaign structure to credible Diaspora representatives. Margboh, in a statement on […] The post 2027: Group demands 5% APC campaign slots for Diaspora appeared first on Vanguard News.
Chairman of the National Population Commission, NPC, Dr. Aminu Wushishi, has died. The post NPC Chairman, Aminu Wushishi, is dead appeared first on Vanguard News.
"At critical moments, societies need leaders with the capacity to build institutions that eventually become stronger than their founders" The post Abia at 35: Orji Kalu put Abia in national conversation, made it punch above its weight — Chidoka appeared first on Vanguard News.
Retirement has left Lagos pensioner, Michael Olawale Odesanya, confronting what he describes as a painful and uncertain wait for his retirement benefits after 30 years in service. The post After 30 years in service, I’m still waiting for my benefits — Lagos pensioner appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor A Nigerian chemical engineer, Godswill Chidiebere Agomuo, has called for increased local formulation and production of specialised oilfield chemicals, saying the move could reduce operating costs, promote technology transfer and strengthen Nigeria’s technical capacity in the oil and gas industry. At an estimated average of about $40 per barrel, Nigeria’s […] The post Nigeria can cut oil production costs with local chemicals — Engineer appeared first on Vanguard News.
The last couple of months have been pretty hectic for the one known as Charles Oputa aka Charly Boy or Area Fada as some others affectionately call him. The Enigmatic singer, entertainer and social engineer has been busy working his butts off to ensure his new book, 999, got an unforgettable launch. And it did. With former head of state, General Olusegun Obasanjo (GCFR) leading the assemblage of distinguished Nigerians present at the event, you couldn't have asked for a more compelling gathering. The post Charly Boy, OBJ to storm London, Germany, Kenya to launch book “999”, Charly Boy Foundation appeared first on Vanguard News.
Two residents trapped in the rubble of a collapsed one-storey building at Kubwa 2/2, near Yellow Page, have been successfully rescued and are currently receiving treatment at the Kubwa General Hospital, where they remain in stable condition. The post Two rescued as building collapses in Kubwa appeared first on Vanguard News.
“You went and voted for someone who is 80, I mean 90 years old. How old is President Bola, 90?” The post ‘Do I look 80? Tinubu’s 90’ – Atiku; then Dele Momodu is 80, Omokri reacts appeared first on Vanguard News.
Ukraine’s ousted defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov — whose sacking last month prompted rare wartime protests — on Friday said he had accepted a job working as an adviser to Italy’s defence minister. Fedorov, a tech-savvy 35-year-old, was dismissed as defence minister in July after reports of ructions between him and the country’s military leadership. His Read More: https://punchng.com/ousted-ukraine-defence-chief-becomes-adviser-to-italian-minister/
The management of Kaduna State University has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities, KASU chapter, to suspend its two-week warning strike, saying the intervention of the state government has provided a fresh opportunity to resolve the lecturers’ grievances. The appeal came on Friday, barely 24 hours after ASUU-KASU commenced the warning strike following Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-varsity-begs-asuu-to-suspend-strike/
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Cross River State Council, has announced the death of a journalist and correspondent of Ibom Nation Newspaper, Enya Ndem, who passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026. In a statement on Friday in Calabar, signed by the Council Secretary, Mike Abang, the union said Ndem was a member of the Read More: https://punchng.com/nuj-mourns-death-of-cross-river-journalist/
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Abia State University branch, has suspended its ongoing industrial action and directed members to resume academic duties with immediate effect from Friday, August 28, 2026. The decision was reached at the union’s congress meeting held on Friday, where members reviewed developments surrounding the issues that led to the strike. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-varsity-lecturers-suspend-strike/
A near-total lunar eclipse has painted the Moon deep red across parts of the world, with 96 per cent of its surface covered by Earth’s shadow at the peak of the rare celestial event. The eclipse occurred overnight Thursday into Friday, coinciding with the August Sturgeon Moon, giving skywatchers across the Americas and parts of Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-rare-lunar-eclipse-turns-moon-deep-red-96-covered/
Catch up on the latest evening news recap: WhatsApp introduces per-message charges, Omokri challenges Atiku on Tinubu’s age, and King Oyo’s death. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-whatsapp-introduces-per-message-charges-omokri-challenges-atiku-over-tinubus-age-other-top-stories/
President Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive forensic audit of IPPIS and other FG agencies to combat ghost workers and strengthen financial controls. Read More: https://punchng.com/ghost-workers-tinubu-orders-forensic-audit-of-ippis-fg-agencies/
Canada is increasing the financial requirement for international student permits from September 1, 2026. Learn how much more you’ll need for living expense Read More: https://punchng.com/canada-hikes-funds-required-for-international-student-permits/
VeryDarkMan, Martins Otse, satirizes the NBA conference controversy by dressing as a lawyer in a new video, mocking critics of his invitation. Read More: https://punchng.com/vdm-mocks-nba-backlash-by-dressing-as-lawyer-in-new-video/
APC governors, led by Hope Uzodimma, pledge full support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, focusing on subnational mobilization. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-apc-governors-will-deliver-tinubus-re-election-uzodimma/
Americans along the New York shoreline are rejecting President Trump’s executive order to rename Lake Ontario “Lake America,” insisting on its historic nam Read More: https://punchng.com/it-will-always-be-lake-ontario-americans-reject-trumps-rename/
Aloy Ejimakor, Nnamdi Kanu’s former lead counsel, explains why he opposed the terrorism trial, citing the Federal Government’s failure to disclose broadcas Read More: https://punchng.com/why-i-opposed-nnamdi-kanus-terrorism-trial-lawyer/
The EFCC has extradited two Nigerian men to the US to face prosecution for alleged sexual exploitation and sextortion of minors, leading to two suicides. Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-extradites-two-nigerians-to-us-over-sextortion-of-minors/
About 1,000 traders at Igbona Market in Osogbo, Osun State, and residents of the area have been screened for hypertension and Body Mass Index during a medical outreach organised by the Femi Olutoye Foundation. The outreach, held at the market, was part of activities marking the second anniversary of the foundation. The coordinator of the Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-screens-1000-osun-traders-residents-for-hypertension-bmi/
Nigeria’s capital market returns to global Frontier Market universe from September 21, 2026, following reclassification by FTSE Russell. This signals impro Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-regains-frontier-market-status-after-three-years-fg/
Get ready for thrilling UCL blockbusters! Discover the top Champions League matches to watch, including Arsenal vs Real Madrid and PSG vs Barcelona. Read More: https://punchng.com/from-arsenal-vs-real-madrid-to-psg-vs-barcelona-ucl-blockbusters-to-watch/
President Tinubu emphasizes that securing the lives of Nigerians is non-negotiable and fundamental to achieving economic growth and lasting prosperity in t Read More: https://punchng.com/securing-lives-of-nigerians-non-negotiable-key-to-economic-growth-tinubu/
The Federal Government has deployed 500,000 diphtheria vaccine doses to Katsina and Kano states, activating an emergency task force to contain the outbreak Read More: https://punchng.com/diphtheria-fg-deploys-500000-vaccine-doses-to-katsina-kano/
A policeman shot and killed a driver, Anthony, at a checkpoint in Rivers State, injuring three others. The incident sparked pandemonium in Port Harcourt. Read More: https://punchng.com/three-injured-as-policeman-kills-driver-at-checkpoint-in-rivers/
Former Borno Central Senator, Kaka Mallam Yale, has died at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital. Read more about the ex-senator’s passing. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-borno-senator-yale-dies/
Nigerian police arrest suspects in a staged kidnapping case involving a two-year-old and uncover a separate kidnapping and armed robbery syndicate. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-suspects-over-staged-kidnapping-rescue-two-year-old/
A Bolt driver, Emmanuel Effiong Ita, 29, was found dead in his car in Calabar, Cross River. Police confirm investigation into the Bolt driver dead case. Read More: https://punchng.com/bolt-driver-found-dead-inside-car-in-cross-river/
Video poker asks a player to read five cards, choose which to keep, and complete a draw. On a phone, those actions compete for space with the main control and the paytable. Simply shrinking a cabinet or desktop layout makes ranks harder to read, tap areas easier to miss, and held cards easier to confuse Read More: https://punchng.com/what-a-phone-screen-must-get-right-in-video-poker/
National Population Commission Chairman, Dr. Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, has died just eight months after assuming office. Learn more about his passing. Read More: https://punchng.com/npc-chairman-dies-eight-months-after-assuming-office/
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham allows ministers to vote freely on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, enabling assisted dying in England and Wale Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-ministers-free-to-vote-as-they-wish-on-assisted-dying-bill-pm-burnham/
From October 1, 2026, WhatsApp Business Platform will charge per message. Learn how these new WhatsApp Business charges affect Nigerian banks, fintechs, an Read More: https://punchng.com/whatsapp-to-charge-businesses-per-message-from-october-1/
Cytokinetics booked its first full quarter of MYQORZO sales on Aug. 6. Armistice Capital used the same three months to raise its stake in the company, at a time when several biopharma-focused hedge funds were absorbing losses on concentrated bets elsewhere in the industry. MYQORZO’s First Full Quarter Cytokinetics reported $25.3 million in net product Read More: https://punchng.com/cytokinetics-posts-first-full-myqorzo-quarter-as-armistice-capital-adds-to-its-position/
A lawmaker urges states and LGs to adopt the CNG transport scheme to cushion high transportation costs for workers, following the Federal Government’s init Read More: https://punchng.com/adopt-cng-transport-scheme-lawmaker-urges-states-lgs/
Ollie Watkins apologised to his Aston Villa teammates for making himself unavailable before his £51m move to Al-Hilal, manager Unai Emery reveals. Read More: https://punchng.com/watkins-apologised-to-villa-squad-before-exit/
Find out why your name might be missing from the JAMB matriculation list. JAMB explains three key reasons, including not accepting admission on CAPS. Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-lists-three-reasons-candidates-names-may-be-missing-from-matriculation-list/
The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Downstream Petroleum, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere has expressed concern over the failure of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide
*Ochogwu: Peace is foundation of devt Michael Olugbode in Abuja With Nigeria’s 2027 general elections approaching and political activity already beginning to generate heightened tensions, the Institute for Peace and
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Nigerian Army has said troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), dismantled an Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP) camp in
* Tasks NDC Course 34 graduands on deepening cooperation, peace across Africa Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has said national security remains the fundamental bedrock required to achieve Nigeria’s
Former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has described the administration of former Abia State Governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, as a defining period in the state’s political history, saying Kalu
Laleye Dipo in Minna The Chairman of the National Population Commission. Dr Aminu Yussuf, is dead Yussuf, an indigene of Niger state, died in Abuja early Friday after a brief
* Says upgrade will boost air power, national security Linus Aleke in Abuja The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has unveiled the newly upgraded runway
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Federal Government has stepped up its enforcement of environmental regulations, as the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed off four facilities
Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Oladipo family and the Nigerian media industry following the passing of the Publisher of Eagle Online
Two serving members of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Hon. Olushola Odetundun and Hon. Saba Yisa Gideon, have resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), deepening the wave of
Nigeria now stands as an investment destination and an investment haven for both local and foreign capital, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC),
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has commenced a nationwide capacity-building programme for its counsellors as part of efforts to standardise treatment and rehabilitation services
Funmi Ogundare The Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC), in collaboration with Premiere Academy, Abuja, is set to organise a 10-day leadership training boot camp for final-year students of the
The confirmation of Nigeria’s return to FTSE Russell’s Frontier Market universe creates an opportunity to deepen the country’s capital market, broaden international participation and mobilise more long-term capital for Nigerian
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Nigerian military has expressed a renewed commitment to providing affordable housing for members of the Armed Forces, while strengthening its operations, expanding its real estate
Gbenga Sodeinde in Ado Ekiti Ahead of the 2027 general election, stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ekiti State have begun grassroots
Raheem Akingbolu The Nigerian Institute for Behavioural Science, Education and Care Professionals (NIsBEC) has officially flagged off its operations in Lagos, heralding a new chapter in the advancement of behavioural science,
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt As electioneering for the 2027 general election kicks off in the country, a political-pressure group in Rivers State, Rivers Women Unite for Sim (RWUS), has called
Sunday Ehigiator The presidential candidate of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) in the 2027 general election, Donald Duke, has stressed the importance of competence, integrity, and capacity over political loyalty
YPP, Benyeogor Tackle Kuje Council Chairman over ‘Vote APC or Leave’ Threat Alex Enumah in Abuja The Young Progressive Party (YPP) has condemned the Chairman of Kuje Area Council, Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo,
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has congratulated the government and people of Abia state on the 35th anniversary of the State. It will
Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano A disagreement has erupted between Kano State lawmakers and the state government over the number of children who have died from the diphtheria outbreak in Rano Local
The defection of a member of the National Assembly, Senator Saliu Mustapha, from the All Progressives Congress to the People’s Democratic Party, has deepened the ruling party’s crisis in Kwara
Beyond the excitement that naturally follows party primaries lies a more compelling political question: what makes a former Ogun State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Ms Motunrayo Adijat Adeleye, a formidable
In the most audacious approach to governance ever, President Bola Tinubu on assumption of office removed the cancerous fuel subsidy that had become the major hinderance to the social and
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has condoled with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the family of Emmanuel Ugboaja, read more NECA condoles NLC over demise of general secretary
President Bola Tinubu has declared that securing the lives and property of Nigerians remains non-negotiable, stressing that sustained economic growth read more Tinubu links Nigeria’s economic ambitions to stronger national security
Donald Duke, presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), has warned opposition parties against underestimating President Bola Tinubu ahead read more Tinubu is a lion with horns, opposition must unite to oust him — Donald Duke
Across Africa this week, the economic picture remained mixed as some countries made progress in taming inflation while others tightened read more AFRICA FINANCE IN BRIEF: Inflation diverges as Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Kenya and Rwanda see key economic shifts
The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has added 10 Nigerians to the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) “Worst read more US adds 10 Nigerians to ‘worst of the worst’ criminal immigrants list
Nigeria names interim football leadership amid governance concerns and World Cup failures BBC
Nigeria’s football federation chief resigns amid corruption allegations Al Jazeera
Nigeria switches from Nike to adidas in $8.5 million-a-year kit deal ESPN
756 cases in 7 months: Experts seek tougher actions against Nigeria’s sexual violence Vanguard News
US to withdraw 200 troops from Nigeria as counterterrorism mission winds down TheCable
Insecurity: US troops set to leave Nigeria Daily Post Nigeria
US to withdraw troops from Nigeria after counterterrorism mission Daily Trust
Red lines in the corruption of Nigeria’s political and electoral system, By Jibrin Ibrahim Premium Times Nigeria
Hyacinth Orji Is Bringing Nigeria’s Informal Markets Into The Digital Economy The Tony Elumelu Foundation
11 NYSC members rescued after Kogi abduction Premium Times Nigeria
'If you started running, they shot you' - inside Nigeria's growing kidnapping crisis BBC
Nigeria’s Kidnap Crisis: 7,825 abducted, ₦7.78bn ransom paid in one year The Guardian Nigeria News
FTSE Russell reclassification to deepen Nigeria’s capital Market — Popoola The Guardian Nigeria News
FG welcomes reclassification of Nigeria to frontier market status Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria targets emerging market status after FTSE Russell upgrade TheCable
P&ID case award would have crippled Nigeria’s economy — Fagbemi Punch Newspapers
NDC condemns City Boys Movement’s ‘extravagant’ lifestyle Daily Post Nigeria
WCC joins prayers for peace and stability in Nigeria: “Let us protect Nigeria’s unity” World Council of Churches
Nigeria launches hunt for hundreds of kidnapped mosque worshippers Al Jazeera
Atiku Abubakar on insecurity and fuel subsidy: 'Within one year we go control insurgency and insecurity for Nigeria' - Atiku Abubakar BBC
How labour inequality leaves Nigerian women vulnerable to traffickers dataphyte.com
Kaduna DisCo Board Dissolution: A Cautionary Tale of Nigeria’s Electricity Privatisation Africa Oil+Gas Report
Nightlife thrives in deeply religious northern state of Nigeria africanews.com
World Health Organization Nigeria WHO | Regional Office for Africa
Beyond Emergency Response: Strengthening WASH Systems for Cholera Prevention ReliefWeb
Nigeria: Abundance of Liquidity Pushes Interbank Rates Down Financial Afrik
FG Hails Nigeria’s Return To Frontier Market Status Channels Television
Nigeria’s Karibi-George Wins Africa’s Top Model Title Voice of Nigeria
UTME applications data intensifies concerns over state of education in northern Nigeria Premium Times Nigeria
Why are kidnappings recurrent in Nigeria? Al Jazeera
ANALYSIS: Why experts want Nigeria to fortify seasoning cubes Premium Times Nigeria
FTSE Russell to reclassify Nigeria into Frontier Market status Premium Times Nigeria
INTERVIEW: COP17: Cross River lawmaker calls for stronger laws to protect Nigeria’s land, wildlife Premium Times Nigeria
Strengthening Resilience: Impact report (EC567) ReliefWeb
Nigerian Government Backs Taraba’s Economic Development Plan Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria, Niger Customs administrations deepen cooperation to boost border trade Vanguard News
Beyond Promises: Why Nigeria Must Deepen Its Commitment to Climate Action – FRCN HQ FRCN HQ
Tekno Sparks Debate Over Origins of Afrobeat Voice of Nigeria
2027: Speaker Urges Nigerians to Judge Politicians by Records Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria: Emmanuel Nnorom takes over as Chairman of UBA Board Financial Afrik
I’ll Reopen Nigeria’s Borders With Chad, Niger, Benin, Cameroon, Develop Southern Ports –Atiku Sahara Reporters
Nigeria Reaffirms Support For Palestinian Statehood News Agency of Nigeria
CNS, Turkish Defence Official Advance Maritime Partnership Voice of Nigeria
'Over 2000 Nigerians Fled To Benin Republic’ — Amnesty International Knocks Tinubu Govt Over Mass Abductions In Niger State Sahara Reporters
Nigerians want cheaper fuel – Atiku tackles to Tinubu Daily Post Nigeria
NCC Awards N6 Million to Assistive Technology Startups Voice of Nigeria
NCC Awards N6 Million to Assist Technology Startups Voice of Nigeria
Kaduna Institute to boost Nigeria’s skilled labour force — Minister The Guardian Nigeria News
What happened in 1936 in Nigeria? The Guardian Nigeria News
Afolabi Kazeem Michael KC Luxury arrested: NDLEA gbab Nigerian social media influencer, seize $28m worth of cocaine wey dey go UK BBC
How Nigeria Can Unlock $9.8bn Universal Acceptance Opportunity Techeconomy
Nigeria Launches New Alcohol Policy, Tightens Product Regulation Voice of Nigeria
Thailand, Nigeria deepen agricultural ties The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Pushes Greater OIC Focus On Africa, Palestine As Minister Holds Bilateral Talks In Jeddah Independent Newspaper Nigeria
FG hails Nigeria’s return to FTSE Russell Frontier Market class Business News Nigeria
Nigeria’s Economic Reforms and the Cost of Waiting for Results Kogi Reports
Nigeria Reaffirms OIC Commitment, Seeks Greater Support for Africa thenewsnigeria.com.ng
Maltina marks 50 years in Nigeria, highlights changing consumer lifestyles The Nation Newspaper
Law Is One Of Nigeria’s Poorest Professions— VeryDarkMan The Whistler Newspaper
APC Governors Reaffirm Support for President Tinubu’s Re-election Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria’s External Reserves Hit $53.11bn, Highest in 17 Years Business Post Nigeria
EXCLUSIVE: How Nigeria’s new ‘fake’ agency built nationwide network, sought state funds, land, more Premium Times Nigeria
US publishes fresh list of 10 Nigerians to be deported over crime [FULL LIST] Daily Post Nigeria
Airtel Africa doubles Nigeria investment, earmarks $1.1bn for expansion Vanguard News
Lufthansa Group to expand Nigeria operations with new airline, seeks BASA review TheCable
Nigeria can cut oil production costs with local chemicals — Engineer Vanguard News
Nigeria’s Karibi-George wins Africa Top Model title Realnews Magazine
Nigeria targets greater share of $7trn global halal economy Vanguard News
NGX Group hails Nigeria’s return to frontier market status Peoples Gazette Nigeria
Otti takes responsibility, apologises for ASUU strike at Abia university Premium Times Nigeria
Insecurity: Tinubu vows stronger armed forces, says national security key to Nigeria’s economic goals Peoples Gazette Nigeria
Nigerian Ahunna Eziakonwa Assumes UN Under-Secretary-General Role Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria woos China for oil, gas project funding The Nation Newspaper
Ewalefoh: Reforms Make Nigeria Investment Haven for Local, Foreign Capital THISDAYLIVE
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COP17: UN land summit ends in Mongolia with $1.3bn deal for restoration, drought resilience Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria To Ensure Safety Of Blood Transfusion Independent Newspaper Nigeria
FG Launches Nigeria Alcohol Policy, Multisectoral Implementation Plan 2026-2030 Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Nigeria and the Sahel: A growing security divide Al Jazeera
Stakeholders demand active participation, stronger local govt elections in Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
Law no longer noble profession —VeryDarkMan Daily Post Nigeria
Nigeria, China deepen cultural ties through food – FRCN HQ FRCN HQ
GITEX Nigeria: Government Leadership & AI Summit To Advance West Africa’s Sovereign AI Agenda Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Africa’s largest refinery says petrol imports are taking 43% of Nigeria’s market, forcing its $20 billion refinery to export surplus fuel Business Insider Africa
Actors Guild of Nigeria, Lagos chapter Seeks stronger media partnership Realnews Magazine