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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The PDP attributed the governors’ opposition to fear of defeat at the polls, alleging that some of them had underperformed in office. The post 2027: PDP backs Wike’s Rainbow Coalition for Tinubu’s re-election, says APC governors underperformed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Motorists were stranded for hours on Tuesday evening as traffic built up along Lateef Jakande Road, Omole Phase 1, Isheri and Ojodu Berger in Lagos. The post Gridlock strands motorists on Lateef Jakande Road, Isheri, Berger appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Gubernatorial candidate Sabo Nakudu and party chieftain Bashir Jumbo have had public spats over a power-sharing arrangement, further complicating an uphill battle against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Northwestern state. The post 2027: Power-sharing, candidate-substitution disputes threaten ADC’s chances in Jigawa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Presenting the report, the committee chairman, Olumoh Sa’ad, said the review followed differences in the implementation of capital projects by ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs).. The post Lagos assembly approves N4.445trn 2026 budget reordering appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The two newly deployed Mobile Police officers were killed while escorting the DPO of Ayilamo Police Division back to the Benue community. The post Bandits kill two police officers in Benue ambush appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The age of the duck will mean the discipline to test out many African prototypes. An age built on succession that is planned for a youth takeover fully energised for the leadership needed. It is more than the consumption or volume of units sold and even more than those who celebrate our cultures. It is […] The post Afrilition: Leadership and the age of the duck, By Adéwálé Àjàdí appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Contrary to President Donald Trump’s claim that the US has unlimited weapons and was producing even more exquisite ones, the report stated that Washington was running short The post Pentagon report reveals Iran war depleted US ammunition stockpile appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The book, authored by Umar Yakubu, PhD, leverages enduring and transcendental Islamic principles as the ethical frame for engaging with the challenges of service, leadership and followership in the country. The post Roving Heights to host reading for PT Books’ latest title appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Governor AbdulRazaq will become the first person to hold the title of Sardauna of Ilorin, which makes him the Defence Minister of Ilorin Emirate The post Shettima to attend Governor AbdulRazaq’s turbaning as Sardauna of Ilorin appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The qualification adds to Awoniyi's development beyond the pitch as he continues his professional career with Premier League newcomers Coventry City. The post Awoniyi hits another milestone, graduates from PFA Business School appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“What I said and stand for is that I will mobilise support for the reelection of the President. I never promised anyone that PDP will not field candidates to contest governorship, National Assembly and House of Assembly elections.” The post Rainbow Coalition: Wike taunts APC governors, says he never promised PDP won’t field candidates appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The police said the operation was carried out based on intelligence. The post Police arrest kidnap suspects while collecting N1.5m ransom in Ondo, rescue victims appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
On Sunday, some Nigerian clergymen under the aegis of the Charismatics Bishops Conference of Nigeria and the International Communion of Charismatic Archbishops, Bishops and Apostles (ICCABA), announced their support for the re-election of President Tinubu in the 16 January presidential election. The post 2027: Nigerians react to bishops’ endorsement of Tinubu’s re-election bid appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The foundation said 40 per cent of the funding will go towards education, including AI tutoring to individualise student learning and classroom teaching tools in the United States and other countries. The post Gates Foundation commits $1 billion to expand equitable AI access appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The campaign council comprises party leaders, political stakeholders and other key members of the APC, who are expected to coordinate grassroots mobilisation, media and publicity, logistics, contact and mobilisation, youth and women engagement The post Ogun APC unveils campaign council, mobilises for 2027 elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Five teams have booked their spots in the Carabao Cup fourth round. This follows the completion of third-round ties on Tuesday night. Arsenal beat Ipswich Town 4-2 at Portman Road. Max Dowman stole the show with two goals on his first appearance this season, as Noni Madueke and Mikel Merino also scored. Mehmeti and Chuba […] Carabao Cup: 5 teams qualify for fourth round
A combined team of operatives of the Edo State Police Command, local hunters and other security agencies have apprehended three suspected kidnappers in the state. The operatives also rescued three kidnapped victims, while one still remains in captivity. DAILY POST reports that the Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASP Eno Ikoedem, who disclosed this […] Security operatives arrest three suspected kidnappers, rescue victims in Edo
Two newly deployed Mobile Police officers have been killed in an ambush while escorting the Divisional Police Officer, DPO, of Ayilamo Police Division back to the community in Logo Local Government Area of Benue State. The officers, who were recently deployed to Ayilamo, came under attack at about 6 p.m. on Monday, September 14, while […] Benue: Two police officers killed as gunmen ambush Ayilamo DPO’s entourage
The Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC has revealed plans to expose the real owners behind Nigerian companies. Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, Registrar-General of the CAC, made the disclosure at an engagement with journalists on Tuesday in Abuja. According to him, there are legal owners of Nigerian companies and real individuals behind the corporate structure. He said there is an […] Illicit funds: CAC moves to expose real owners behind Nigerian companies
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said President Bola Tinubu is the only person who can question him over his political activities, as he defended his role in the Rainbow Coalition and dismissed criticism from governors of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Wike made the remarks on Tuesday night during an interview […] Only person that can question me is President – Wike
The Federal Ministry of Education headquarters in Abuja was on Tuesday thrown into turmoil as protesting workers shut down the ministry, booed senior officials and prevented the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, and the Acting Permanent Secretary, Dr. Folake Olatunji-David, from accessing their offices. The protest, which entered its fourth day, was triggered by […] King’s College: Protesters shut Education Ministry, block minister, perm sec
A Magistrate Court in Port Harcourt has ordered the remand of three members of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, from Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State; Confidence Amadi, Chikezie Justice and Isaiah Thomas, at the Port Harcourt Correctional Centre. The three men were brought before the court by the Rivers State Police Command on […] Court remands three ADC members over alleged cultism in Rivers
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has revealed how United States President Donald Trump jokingly warned he could be shot at the White House. The PM recounted the jibe on Tuesday at the Canada Investment Summit 2026 in Toronto, a conference to secure $1 trillion in new investments over the next five years. Carney is hosting over 1,000 […] ‘Maybe they’ll shoot you’ – Carney narrates Trump jibe at White House
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday, faulted the Progressives Governors Forum’s stance on the Rainbow Coalition in Rivers State. Wike said the APC governors stance on the Rainbow Coalition has no basis. The APC Governors Forum, chaired by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, had warned that the Rainbow Coalition could […] ‘They’ve no basis’ – Wike tackles APC govs over Rainbow Coalition
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, rescheduled matchday three fixture between Rangers and Nasarawa United has been moved to the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri. The encounter which was initially billed for the Awka City Stadium, Anambra, has been moved to the earlier mentioned venue. According to reports, the match was moved due to the […] NPFL: Rangers vs Nasarawa United rescheduled fixture to hold in Owerri
The battle for the 2027 governorship ticket in Ogun State took a fresh controversial twist on Tuesday as the All Progressive Congress, APC, gubernatorial candidate, Senator Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, and his party man, Abayomi Hunye, clashed over allegations about the senator’s true state of origin. Senator Adeola, who represents Ogun West and is the […] Ogun 2027: Yayi, Hunye clash over Ekiti origin claim
Former governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, on Tuesday, predicted that the presidential candidates of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar and Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi will lose to President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Fayose made the remark while recalling how former president Olusegun Obasanjo lost his third term bid. Featuring on Channels […] 2027: Tinubu’ll defeat Atiku, Peter Obi – Fayose
Nyesom Wike on Tuesday said All Progressives Congress, APC, governors are not happy that he’s the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. Wike made the claim against the backdrop of the APC governors opposition to the Rainbow Coalition in Rivers State. In an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time show, Wike accused the APC […] APC govs not happy I’m FCT Minister – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has stated the real reason Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, is fighting him. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’ on Tuesday, Wike said some of the All Progressives Congress, APC, governors collected money from Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, and yet could not […] Real reason Gov Hope Uzodinma is fighting me – Wike
The Nigerian naira recorded depreciation against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday. Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN data showed that the naira slipped against the dollar to N1,329.15 on Tuesday from N1,326.30 on Monday. This means that, on a day-to-day basis, the naira dropped by N2.85 against the dollar at the official foreign […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 15, 2026: Naira records depreciation against USD
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has described All Progressives Congress, APC, governors as “politically lazy”. The comment followed the APC governors’ opposition to his Rainbow Coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Wike spoke in an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Tuesday, arguing that his decision to support President […] ‘APC govs are politically lazy’ – Wike
Former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, on Tuesday said the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, wants to keep the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the future. Fayose said Wike has not promised to support anybody beyond the 2027 presidential election. The former governor’s remark comes as the Progressives Governors Forum […] 2027: Wike wants to keep PDP, never promised support beyond presidency – Fayose
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has given his nod to a proposal by former Nigerian international footballer, Nwankwo Kanu, to hold a football tournament in Adamawa State. Fintiri offered his support on Tuesday at the Government House in Yola when he received a proposal from Kanu and his team. The team proposed to organise a Governor’s Cup tournament, with […] Fintiri backs Kanu’s proposal for football tournament in Adamawa
The Nigerian Air Force, NAF, has taken delivery of five new helicopters as the Federal Government steps up efforts to modernise the country’s airpower capabilities and strengthen military operations against security threats. The platforms comprise three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters manufactured by Leonardo Helicopters of Italy and two H-125 helicopters manufactured by Airbus Helicopters. In […] NAF receives five new helicopters to boost air operations
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has described that he is a billionaire in naira. Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, dismissed claims that he is a billionaire in United States, US, dollars. He spoke while responding to questions on ‘Keeping It Real with Adeola Fayehun’ podcast in the US. The […] ‘I’m a billionaire in naira, not in dollars’ – Peter Obi
President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has said Nigerians were still paying high prices for petrol despite the commencement of large-scale domestic refining, saying local production does not completely insulate the country from global crude oil prices and market disruptions. The post Why petrol remains expensive despite local refining— Dangote appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,380 per dollar from N1,390 in the parallel market on Monday. The post Naira appreciates to N1,380/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.
State governors elected on the platform of All Progressives Congress, APC, were at daggers drawn with Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, yesterday, over creation of parallel political structures believed capable of undermining President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The post 2027: APC govs at daggers-drawn with Wike appeared first on Vanguard News.
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu’s recent inspection of police barracks under reconstruction in Lagos has exposed a painful reality: decades of neglect have turned many police quarters into slums unfit for human habitation. His frustration over delays in completing the projects is understandable. But beyond expressing frustration, the inspection must translate into urgency, accountability and […] The post Need for speedy reconstruction of police barracks appeared first on Vanguard News.
Since the end of the Biafra War in January 1970, ethnic disunity has wreaked great havoc in the former Eastern Region. In the former Northern Region, the Minorities (especially Christians and non-Muslims) want to be fully accepted by the so-called “Hausa/Fulani” Muslim Majority, who wield overwhelming power. But they (the Minorities) are rebuffed, discriminated against […] The post Igbo identity crisis: The DNA option (2), by Ochereome Nnanna appeared first on Vanguard News.
“The strength of a race is found both in material and spiritual things associated with that race, that form the kernel of its being and progress or, alternatively, its degeneration.” — John Buchan When material and spiritual advance cease and degeneration becomes the norm, the perdition of a race or society becomes inevitable. The argument […] The post Education as common Northern responsibility: From 19 separate efforts to 1 Northern compact (2), by Usman Sarki appeared first on Vanguard News.
Now that he has been given a fresh invite by so-called elders of the community to visit after last week’s botched attempt, I think it is legitimate to ask what Peter Obi, the National Democratic Congress’s presidential candidate, is looking for in Yelwata, a somnolent town in Benue State, at a time when he should […] The post What is Peter Obi looking for in Yelwata? By Rotimi Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.
By SUNNY IKHIOYA It is not a matter of whether you love President Bola Tinubu or not. It is a question of the way forward for Nigeria. We are taught to believe that politics is a contest of ideas. The side that convinces the people that it has the best way forward wins. This is […] The post 2027: Let us end this presidential campaign charade appeared first on Vanguard News.
… Only 6% of pregnant women complete iron supplementationBy Chioma Obinna Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday in Lagos raised the alarm over Nigeria’s nutrition crisis, saying it poses a serious threat to the country’s human capital, as latest data show that 41.1 per cent of children under five are stunted, with the figure rising […] The post Nutrition: Shettima raises alarm as 41% of Nigerian children stunted appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has challenged the Anambra State government to prove that his administration left behind unpaid debts, salaries, pensions or contractor liabilities.Obi issued the challenge in a statement posted on his official social media page on Monday while responding to claims by the Anambra State Government that his […] The post Prove I left debt, I’ll stop campaigning, Obi tells Anambra govt appeared first on Vanguard News.
The NCC programme wasn’t part of my schedule last week but the insistence of a young employee drew me to the Hilton, venue of the programme, and I left very appreciative that I found my way there. Sometimes, you need to clear your schedule to do certain things. This was one of them. As I […] The post A closer look at the Zero Rated Access Initiative, by Okoh Aihe appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe The Gombe State Government has reiterated its determination to improve the water, sanitation and hygiene, WASH, sector and achieve an open-defecation-free state. The commitment was reaffirmed as the Gombe State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency, RUWASSA, under the Sustainable Urban and Rural Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene, SURWASH, programme, intensified […] The post Gombe vows to end open defecation appeared first on Vanguard News.
ABUJA — President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said petrol is relatively cheaper in Nigeria than in neighbouring countries, a price difference he said has continued to encourage cross-border smuggling. Dangote spoke in an interview with Arise Television on Tuesday while responding to questions about rising petrol prices in Nigeria. He said the […] The post Dangote: Petrol cheaper in Nigeria than neighbours appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is set to host the sixth Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers (CARSPO 2026) in Imo State from September 21 to 24, with election security expected to feature prominently in discussions ahead of the 2027 general elections. The conference, themed “Developing a Police Roadmap for Effective […] The post Police, experts meet on 2027 election security appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Federal Government has commissioned a TETFund/Renewed Hope Initiative-backed ICT Experience Centre at the Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, to equip Nigerian youths with digital skills needed to thrive in a modern and competitive world. Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who was represented at the commissioning on Tuesday by […] The post FG Commissions KWASU ICT Centre for Youths appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Chidinma Chukwu, ABUJA A new report by ThinkBusiness Africa has warned that the proposed increase in Nigeria’s excise duty on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) could significantly raise prices of soft drinks, while its impact on obesity, diabetes and hypertension remains uncertain. The report examined the proposed amendment to the Customs, Excise Tariff, Etc. (Consolidation) Act […] The post Higher SSB Tax may raise prices – Report warns appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State has distributed food items and cash assistance to 150 households displaced by bandit attacks across several communities. The intervention, supervised by the council chairman, Hon. Musa Garba Kuchi, was carried out on Monday at the palace of the District Head of Kebbe, […] The post Kebbe Council assists 150 households displaced by banditry appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Women Leader in Ebonyi State, Mrs Chinyere Nwele, has criticised the administration of Governor Francis Nwifuru, alleging hardship, neglect and unfulfilled promises under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) government. Nwele spoke during a meeting with women from Umu Ekumaenyi in Ezza land, where she assessed […] The post Ebonyi PDP women decry hardship, back Odii appeared first on Vanguard News.
Governor Dauda Lawal distributed official vehicles to higher institutions to strengthen the capacity, efficiency, and effectiveness of Zamfara State’s education system. The distribution of the official vehicles was held on Friday at the Government House in Gusau, the state capital. A statement by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the vehicles are institutional assets […] The post Zamfara varsities, polytechnics, COEs, others get official cars appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued 10 civilians, including an infant, after a military pursuit forced their abductors to abandon them in Katsina State. The victims were rescued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, following a swift response by the troops to reports of the abduction of residents of Unguwan […] The post Troops rescue 10 kidnap victims in Katsina appeared first on Vanguard News.
A retired Anglican Bishop, Joseph Akinfenwa, has decried the hardship and insecurity in Nigeria, urging church leaders to speak truth to power. Read More: https://punchng.com/anglican-bishop-urges-action-against-hardship-insecurity/
Despite a narrative of corporate exodus, companies like Unilever, MTN, and Lafarge are increasing their investment in Nigeria, showing a different side to Read More: https://punchng.com/beyond-the-exodus-the-other-side-of-nigerias-investment-story/
Fitch Ratings has warned that Nigeria’s proposed $5bn Total Return Swap could introduce significant risks to the country’s debt management and liquidity. Read More: https://punchng.com/fitch-flags-nigerias-5bn-trs-over-debt-liquidity-risks/
AI interactive content company, Flam, has raised $40m in a Series B funding round led by QED Investors to expand its research and global sales. Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-firm-flam-secures-40m-series-b-funding/
Nigeria’s Ambassador to Spain, Okezie Ikpeazu, has called for the revitalisation of bilateral agreements to strengthen trade and investment ties with Spain Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-spain-move-to-deepen-trade-investment-ties/
The National Agricultural Development Fund has partnered with a German fintech firm, YAPU Solutions, to finance and manage climate risks for smallholder fa Read More: https://punchng.com/nadf-partners-german-fintech-to-fund-climate-smart-farming/
Archbishop Ayo Ladigbolu advises Alaafin Abimbola Owoade to reconcile with aggrieved Oyomesi members challenging his emergence in court. Read More: https://punchng.com/alaafin-should-draw-aggrieved-oyomesi-closer-ladigbolu/
The Corporate Affairs Commission is calling for the harmonisation of Nigeria’s beneficial ownership registers to curb illicit financial flows and money lau Read More: https://punchng.com/cac-pushes-unified-corporate-registers-to-curb-illicit-finance/
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate eased marginally to 15.39% in August 2026, but the Organised Private Sector warns of a threat from rising energy prices. Read More: https://punchng.com/inflation-eases-to-15-39-as-ops-flags-energy-threat/
The Federal Government has unveiled a 100-day tourism calendar, a digital platform to aggregate Nigeria’s events and unlock a projected $100bn economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-100-day-tourism-calendar-to-unlock-100bn/
The Oba-elect of Bolorunduro, Samuel Fawehinmi, has condemned the Ondo State government’s appointment of a rival monarch while the matter is still in court Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-oba-elect-kicks-against-rival-appointment-amid-litigation/
An analysis of Nigeria’s orange economy, highlighting the creative sector’s growth despite challenges and the government’s role in fostering its potential. Read More: https://punchng.com/creative-sector-the-alchemy-of-nigerias-orange-economy/
The Federal Government plans to extend rail services from Abuja to Zaria, Kaduna, Kano, Daura and Katsina by January, creating new employment opportunities Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-to-extend-abuja-rail-services-to-five-northern-cities/
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede reveals a scheme where LG funds are moved to private firms and into crypto wallets, prompting calls for investigation and justi Read More: https://punchng.com/bring-lg-crypto-thieves-to-justice/
HealthCap Africa has urged pension funds to finance Nigeria’s healthcare sector to bridge funding gaps left by declining foreign aid from USAID and others. Read More: https://punchng.com/pension-funds-urged-to-finance-nigerias-healthcare/
An editorial on why the Ajaokuta Steel Company, facing disconnection over N5.46bn debt, should be privatised to stop being a drain on Nigeria’s economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-ajaokuta-steel-must-go-private/
Aliko Dangote is seeking to raise $1.6bn in Africa’s biggest IPO for his refinery, testing if the continent can finance its own industrialisation. Read More: https://punchng.com/can-africa-finance-itself/
A group of donors has renovated the Lagos State University Law Clinic in honour of its former Chancellor, retired Justice George Oguntade. Read More: https://punchng.com/donors-renovate-lasu-law-clinic/
The Lagos State Parking Authority says parking fee defaulters owe up to N500m and has warned that enforcement against businesses will begin by September. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-parking-defaulters-owe-n500m-laspa/
The Lagos State House of Assembly has passed the 2026 Budget Reordering Bill presented by Governor Sanwo-Olu, raising the state’s total budget to N4.445tn. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-assembly-passes-n4-45tn-2026-revised-budget/
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and APC governors clash over his Rainbow Coalition, a group formed to support President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-wike-apc-govs-clash-over-rainbow-coalition/
The Nigerian Exchange gained N650bn on Tuesday as strong buying in financial and energy stocks pushed the market capitalisation to N158.40tn. Read More: https://punchng.com/financial-oil-gains-push-ngx-to-n158-4tn/
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has been named chairman of the APC campaign council, with former governors Osoba, Daniel, and Amosun also in key roles. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-abiodun-osoba-daniel-amosun-lead-apc-ogun-campaign/
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede have decried the Niger Delta’s lack of development despite receiving about $160bn over 27 years. Read More: https://punchng.com/okonjo-iweala-aig-imoukhuede-decry-ndelta-resource-woes-amid-160bn-returns/
APC campaign DG, Abdulaziz Yari, has visited the Oba of Benin and Shehu of Borno to mobilise traditional rulers for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-yari-rallies-traditional-rulers-behind-tinubus-re-election/
Rand Merchant Bank has acted as Joint Issuing House on the Bank of Industry’s inaugural N274.18bn domestic bond, the largest by a DFI in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/rmb-boi-strengthen-partnership-with-n274-18bn-debt-issuance/
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has challenged opposition parties to present alternative policies capable of competing with the APC’s record for the 2027 Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-sanwo-olu-challenges-opposition-to-match-apc-ideas/
Former Lagos Deputy Governor, Sinatu Ojikutu, says the N130m land fraud allegation against her was politically motivated and arose from an agent’s error. Read More: https://punchng.com/n130m-land-fraud-allegation-politically-motivated-ex-lagos-deputy-gov/
Presco Plc has approved a total dividend of N44.66 per share for the 2025 financial year following a 59.3% growth in revenue to N330.6bn. Read More: https://punchng.com/presco-approves-n44-66-dividend/
Creditville Nigeria Limited has acquired 500,000 ordinary shares in Chams Holding Company Plc, valued at N1.71m, in a related-party transaction. Read More: https://punchng.com/creditville-acquires-n1-7m-chams-holdco-shares/
• Describes them as politically lazy, says he won’t take ‘rubbish’ •Insists only president can question him, not governors •Reveals APC govs never wanted him appointed as minister •Casts doubts
Segun Awofadeji in Bauchi The Allied People’s Movement (APM), has officially launched its grassroots mobilisation campaign in the Sakwa Constituency of Zaki Local Government Area ahead of the legislative bye-elections
Chuks Okocha in Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has warned President Bola Tinubu that his government’s economic policy was pushing Nigerians “dangerously close to the limits of human endurance.”
Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Jibrin Barau, has charged the newly inaugurated All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign council in Kano North to secure an
James Sowole in Abeokuta The battle over who succeeds Governor Dapo Abiodun in 2027 has taken a new turn as a former Nigerian Ambassador to Zambia and Malawi, Folake Marcus-Bello,
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The fragile peace returning to parts of Zamfara State could be jeopardised by a premature withdrawal of development support, stakeholders warned yesterday as the International Organisation
Alex Enumah in Abuja The Minister of Power, Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, has appealed to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to support efforts at tackling the growing menace of
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), has taken delivery of five new helicopters to boost its air operations against extremist groups and enhance its capacity to respond
• Welcomes scrutiny of academic records, challenges rivals to do the same •Media office raises the alarm over 600 academics endorsing Tinubu Chuks Okocha, Sunday Aborisade in Abuja and Sunday
Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja A coalition of former governors, serving and former senators and prominent political leaders from the North have concluded plans to formally unveil a political mobilisation platform
• Report: Only 23% of Nigerians trust INEC Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, has expressed concerns over some actions and incidents which if not promptly
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