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 Golden Boot standings remain tightly packed, meaning the knockout rounds could quickly change the picture The post FIFA U-20 WWC: Three Nigerian players in Golden Boot race appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The operation led to the arrest of 70 suspects, of whom 30 were released after screening. The post Abuja police detain 40 suspects over Maitama robbery, victim recognises two appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The list contains candidates from 21 political parties contesting the 109 seats in the Senate, Nigeria's highest legislative body. The post 2027: INEC clears Akpabio, Uzodimma, Oshiomhole, 1,300 others for Senate race (FULL LIST) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
JONAPWD President said the population of persons with disabilities in Nigeria is large enough to warrant increased government funding. The post Persons with disabilities demand ₦1 trillion annual support budget appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The police found the dead body when it the motor park to shut down the facility following the governor’s directive. The post Police recover another corpse from Osun motor park after killing of Adeleke’s ally appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, conveyed the president's condolences on Monday. The post Tinubu mourns State House media official, says death leaves ‘difficult vacuum’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The PHC Operational Capability Report, produced by Orodata Science and Civic Tech, assessed facilities across 277 local government areas in Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones The post 97% of PHCs in 16 states fail national staffing standards – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Ms Banigo made the call on Monday in Abuja after she was recognised as the Health Champion 2026 at the Health Sector Reform Coalition (HSRC)/Nigeria Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Civil Society Organisations-Media Mid-Year Review of Nigeria’s Health Sector Reforms The post Nigerian senator receives Health Champion 2026 award, calls for stronger health financing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The youngest candidate is 33-year-old Shedrach Udugbai of the ADC, contesting in Owan East/West, while the oldest is 75-year-old former governor of the state, Adams Oshiomhole of the APC, who is re-contesting for the Edo North Senatorial seat. The post 2027 NASS Poll: Women comprise 12% of candidates in Edo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Tinubu gave the directive on Monday while declaring open the first North Central Stakeholders Development Summit organised by the North Central Development Commission (NCDC). The post Tinubu orders release of funds to regional development commissions appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission disclosed this in its crude oil and condensate statistics report released on Sunday. The post Nigeria’s oil output rises 0.4% in August appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The health ministry said the incentives are intended to address barriers preventing women and newborns from accessing timely, high-quality, life-saving healthcare services. The post Nigerian govt launches incentives to increase use of maternal, newborn healthcare appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
I guess it is not by accident that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) is constructing a highway between Calabar and Lagos. The construction is political, historical and economical. I will dwell on the historical aspect. It is an acknowledgement of the peaceful Calabar city and what that ancient city still means to the rest of […] The post Why the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway, By Eric Teniola appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
A check by the News Agency of Nigeria in the three states showed that students had yet to resume at the federal government colleges in the states. The post Strike: Resumption halted in federal unity colleges in Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Pate made the observation on Monday in Abuja during a fireside chat at the Health Sector Reform Coalition (HSRC)/Nigeria Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Civil Society Organisations-Media Mid-Year Review of Nigeria’s Health Sector Reforms. The post Tax reforms, economic growth critical to Nigeria’s health financing – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has noted that the Blues have suffered so far this season due to their failure to sign a midfielder. With Moises Caicedo sidelined by a calf injury, Xabi Alonso has opted to utilise Romeo Lavia and natural right-back Reece James in midfield roles. Chelsea are presently deficient in central […] EPC: Chelsea suffering after failing to sign midfielder – Mikel Obi
Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has said midfielder Moises Caicedo has been a huge miss for the club so far this season. The Ecuadorian is currently recovering from a calf injury. The Blues have struggled recently, suffering a defeat against Arsenal and managing only a 2-2 draw at home against newly promoted Hull City. While […] EPL: ‘Chelsea missing Caicedo’ — Mikel Obi
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has cancelled his official engagements scheduled for Monday and Tuesday following the death of his father, Roy Burnham. Burnham was expected to speak at the Trades Union Congress, TUC, conference in Brighton on Tuesday, alongside other official commitments. His father, who had been living with Alzheimer’s disease, was receiving care at a residential care home […] UK PM Andy Burnham loses father, cancels official engagements
Security forces have neutralised several suspected terrorists and recovered firearms, ammunition, motorcycles and other items during a joint clearance operation in Gumki Forest, Kangiwa, Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The operation was conducted at about 6:05 a.m. on Monday, September 14, 2026, by the Kebbi State Police Command and troops of the Nigerian Army […] Security forces neutralise terrorists, recover weapons in Kebbi
State governors elected under the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, have rejected any alliance that threatens the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu in the forthcoming 2027 general elections and vowed loyalty to the party’s course. Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, made the declaration on behalf […] 2027: No alliance against Tinubu will be entertained — APC govs
The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has announced a power outage in parts of Kogi, Edo and Ondo States. TCN, in a statement on Monday, said the outage is due to its annual maintenance at the 330/132kV Ajaokuta Substation. TCN stressed that the exercise would prevent the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, AEDC, and Benin Electricity […] TCN announces blackout in three states
Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs has named Martin Odegaard as his favourite Arsenal player so far this season. Last season, Odegaard had a relatively disappointing campaign by his own standards, scoring only one goal while contributing six assists during Arsenal’s title-winning run in the Premier League. This marked a significant decline in his output compared […] EPL: ‘He’s everywhere’ – Man United legend, Ryan Giggs names favourite Arsenal player
US President Donald Trump has said Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop attacking each other’s energy infrastructure, a day after he criticised Kyiv over strikes on Russian oil refineries. Trump disclosed the purported agreement on Monday in a post on his Truth Social platform, saying both sides had committed to refraining from attacks on energy-related facilities. […] Russia, Ukraine agree to stop attacks on energy facilities – Trump
Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate for the 2027 election, Obafemi Hamzat, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will have a stronger chance of securing re-election in 2027 than he did during the 2023 presidential election. Hamzat made the assertion during an appearance on TVC News’ Journalists’ Hangout on […] 2027: Tinubu has better chances of re-election than 2023 – Lagos Deputy Governor
Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has exposed Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso’s major problem at Stamford Bridge. Merson believes Alonso’s failure to have a settled defence is a problem, adding that the former Real Madrid coach needs to sort it out as soon as possible. He stated this after Chelsea’s recent 2-2 draw with Hull City in […] EPL: ‘That’s a worry’ – Paul Merson exposes Alonso’s major problem at Chelsea
Real Madrid head coach, Jose Mourinho, has responded to Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal’s recent comments regarding the Ballon d’Or. Yamal had revealed that he should be considered the outright frontrunner to win this year’s Ballon d’Or. The Spain international, who was included in the 30-man shortlist for the award, said, “Kylian Mbappe and I, we […] Ballon d’Or 2026: Mourinho responds to Lamine Yamal’s comments
Former Manchester United star, Jaap Stam, has slammed Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha following the Red Devils’ 1-0 Premier League derby loss to Manchester City on Sunday. Stam said the four players refused to track back during the build-up to Erling Haaland’s goal at Old Trafford, adding that they were just walking. […] EPL: They’re just walking – Jaap Stam blasts four Man Utd players
Bayern Munich legend, Lothar Matthäus, has given a reason why Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal should not win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Yamal is among the top contenders to win the Ballon d’Or after he was nominated among 30 players to compete for the prestigious individual prize. However, Matthäus, a former Ballon d’Or winner, believes it is […] Ballon d’Or 2026: Why Yamal should not win award – Matthäus
Chelsea legend, John Terry, has revealed that winger Estevao Willian needs more playing time under manager Xabi Alonso. Terry believes the Brazilian is “aggressive” and will have a good career at Chelsea. Estevao has been restricted to just 20 minutes of playing time in the Premier League this season, with all of his appearances coming off […] EPL: ‘He’s aggressive’ – Terry picks Chelsea star who needs more playing time under Alonso
Former Manchester United striker, Michael Owen, has named two favourites to win the Ballon d’Or this year. Thirty players have already been shortlisted for the Ballon d’Or, and the winner will be announced in London next month. However, Owen believes Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane and Barcelona’s Rodri are the two favourites to win the award. […] Ballon d’Or 2026: Michael Owen names two favourites to win award
There is growing tension between France teammates Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele ahead of the 2026 Ballon d’Or. L’Equipe reports that Mbappe’s recent statements have caused issues within Dembele’s circle. While promoting himself as a potential winner of this year’s award, Mbappe said that Dembele, who is the current winner, was the “chosen one”. Dembele […] 2026 Ballon d’Or: Tensions arise between Mbappe, Dembele
Two separate fire outbreaks in the Ikorodu and Surulere areas of Lagos State have destroyed goods and property worth millions of naira, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA, has reported. The agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday. According to him, the first incident occurred in the early […] Lagos fires destroy goods worth millions of naira in Ikorodu, Surulere
Former Sweden international Freddie Ljungberg has maintained that Arsenal remain favourites to win the Premier League title this season. According to Ljungberg, Mikel Arteta gives the Gunners a “massive advantage” over their rivals. Arsenal are currently top of the league with 12 points after four rounds of fixtures. The champions are only ahead of Manchester […] EPL: They’re 100 per cent favourites – Ljunberg names team to win title after Manchester Derby
The Osun State Police Command has recovered another corpse following Sunday’s shooting at the Mayfair Motor Park in Ile-Ife, bringing the number of reported fatalities linked to the incident to two. The development was disclosed on Monday by the command’s spokesperson, Abiodun Ojelabi, as the state continued investigations into the violence that erupted at the motor park. Meanwhile, […] Osun Shooting: Emir buried as police recover second corpse
Another attack by suspected Boko Haram insurgents in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State has claimed four lives. The attack, which occurred in Bitirhuya village, is one of several incidents reported in Hong LGA over the past month and in recent years. The invaders allegedly arrived in the community on motorcycles and set fire […] Again, suspected Boko Haram attack claims four lives in Adamawa
Na’Allah said his loyalty as a Democrat was ultimately to the wishes of his people, stressing that he would not use his political position to compel them to support a party against their preference. The post 2027: I’m still in APC but I’ll support party my people want — Na’Allah appeared first on Vanguard News.
…accuses NASS of oversight failure By Emma Ujah The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) has urged the Federal Government (FG) to immediately commence the implementation of the 2026 Capital Budget, warning that continued delays violate the provisions of the Constitution, the Fiscal Responsibility Act and the Appropriation Act. The demand was contained in an open […] The post CSJ charges FG to release 2026 capital budget funds appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Folarin Kehinde, Abuja The Federal Government (FG) has signed the N728.979 billion Series-2 bond under its N4 trillion Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, in a fresh move to settle verified legacy debts owed to electricity generation companies and restore liquidity to Nigeria’s power sector. The transaction comprises N402 billion in cash bonds raised from […] The post FG signs N729bn Series-2 bond agreement with GenCos appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Nigerian naira opened Tuesday, September 15, 2026, with the local currency trading at about ₦1,326.30 per dollar at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), while the greenback was quoted at around ₦1,385 to ₦1,410 in the parallel market. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 15, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
The lone survivour of the Dungus Junction attack, Nasiru Garba, Plateau State, during which nine persons were killed, yesterday, narrated that he hid in the vehicle, as the attackers approached the bus and opened the front door. The post Plateau bus attack: How I survived as gunmen kill 13, including 8 passengers, driver—Lone survivor appeared first on Vanguard News.
At least nine companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX, are facing significant balance-sheet pressure, with shareholders’ funds turning negative and most of them recording poor or negative Returns on Equity, ROE. The post Financial distress hits 9 firms on NGX appeared first on Vanguard News.
Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, has said the Initial Public Offering, IPO, of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, FZE, would democratise wealth creation by giving Nigerians and investors globally an opportunity to own shares in one of Africa’s major industrial projects. The post Refinery: Our N2.2trn IPO’ll democratise wealth creation —Dangote appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has suspended the industrial action earlier directed its affiliates to shut Federal Unity Colleges over the proposed concession of King’s College, Lagos. The post TUC suspends industrial action over King’s College concession appeared first on Vanguard News.
By TUNDE RAHMAN A fresh thaw in relations between National Democratic Congress presidential candidate Mr Peter Obi and Oyo State Governor Mr Seyi Makinde is fueling renewed talk of a possible opposition coalition to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027. The two leaders, who were on opposite sides during the 2023 election cycle, were seen […] The post Obi, Makinde and hurdles against opposition coalition appeared first on Vanguard News.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has faulted the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the current pump price of petrol, noting that Nigerians are now paying as much as ₦1,470 per litre even though crude oil, at $102.52 per barrel, sells for far less than the $147 per barrel it fetched in 2008 when petrol sold for ₦65 per litre under the late President Umar Musa Yar'Adua. The post Atiku slams Tinubu over fuel price hike appeared first on Vanguard News.
… 29% of global maternal deaths occur in Nigeria, says MinisterBy Chioma Obinna The Federal Government on Monday launched a new incentive programme targeting pregnant women in 172 Local Government Areas, LGAs, across 33 states as part of efforts to reduce Nigeria’s persistently high maternal and newborn mortality. Minister of State for Health and Social […] The post FG targets 172 LGAs with maternal health incentives appeared first on Vanguard News.
By ABRAHAM EBINI The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has recently and quite resolutely defended his administration’s approval and ongoing implementation of a comprehensive staff payroll verification exercise across the twenty-three (23) local government areas of the state. Speaking at the commissioning of the Omademe Internal Roads Project in Ikwerre Local Government Area, the […] The post Rivers payroll cleanup: Where are the people behind the ghost workers? appeared first on Vanguard News.
Technicians Holding Fort -HMB By Egufe Yafugborhi ASABA – Health services in public hospitals across Delta State have come under pressure as the ongoing strike by allied health professionals escalated, with affected workers insisting they will not return to work until their demands are addressed. The Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals, NUAHP, said the […] The post Health crisis in Delta as Allied Health Workers strike escalates appeared first on Vanguard News.
“Can Education Survive Attack: The Resilience of Human Communities” is the theme of this year’s International Day to Protect Education from Attack, marked on 9 September. This is very apt for Nigeria as schools reopen for the 2026/2027 session. For a country where children are abducted from schools, the occasion is a painful reminder of […] The post Nigeria must protect the classroom appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Benjamin Njoku The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has reaffirmed its commitment to partner with state governments, investors, creative entrepreneurs, technology platforms, hospitality businesses and other stakeholders to build an ecosystem that can unlock Nigeria’s $100 billion tourism and creative economy potential. Speaking at the official flag-off of “Ember […] The post FG targets $100bn tourism, creative economy with ‘Ember To Remember 2026’ national season appeared first on Vanguard News.
By PAUL IBE As Nigeria approaches the 2027 presidential election, much of the debate has centred on the qualifications, antecedents, integrity and eligibility of those seeking the presidency. But there is another question Nigerians should be asking: Are those seeking to lead Nigeria medically capable of discharging the enormous responsibilities of the presidency? This is […] The post The President’s health: A 2027 national security question appeared first on Vanguard News.
This week, we continue the series on why the House of Chiefs should be considered by the National Assembly. He was labour officer, Federal Ministry of Labour, Lagos, 1962–1963; lecturer, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, 1963–1965; assistant professor of political science, California, 1969–1971; associate professor of African Studies, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, 1972–1974; dean […] The post House of chiefs should be the next (6), by Eric Teniola appeared first on Vanguard News.
The recent decision by the Forum of Urhobo Traditional Rulers, Ukoko R’Ivie R’Urhobo, to adopt Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the sole candidate of the Urhobo Nation for the 2027 governorship election deserves serious reflection—not merely as a political development, but as a troubling development for the integrity and credibility of the traditional institution in Delta […] The post When the throne takes sides: Delta’s traditional institution must not become political campaign platform, by Ejiro Ofoye appeared first on Vanguard News.
Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, has said the Initial Public Offering, IPO, of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, FZE, will democratise wealth creation by giving Nigerians and investors globally an opportunity to own shares in one of Africa’s major industrial projects. The post Dangote’s N2.2trn IPO to democratise wealth creation — Dangote appeared first on Vanguard News.
Pope Leo XIV has restored the salaries of cardinals and senior Vatican officials to pre-Covid levels, reversing pay cuts introduced by his predecessor Francis during the pandemic, according to a decree published Monday. The post Pope restores Vatican salaries cut during Covid appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Nigeria Police Force has warned of intelligence indicating that terrorists and informants are conducting surveillance on schools, NYSC orientation camps, places of worship and other vulnerable locations for possible coordinated attacks. A special report has detailed how kidnappers across Northern Nigeria have built a ransom economy, with families forced to sell property, pay millions Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-police-warn-terrorists-spying-on-schools-police-recover-another-corpse-as-accord-chieftain-buried-in-osun-other-top-stories/
An investigation into the ransom economy in Northern Nigeria, where kidnappers force families to sell property and pay millions to free their loved ones. Read More: https://punchng.com/ransom-economy-how-kidnappers-turn-northern-families-pain-into-profit/
The Kaduna State Government has recovered over 500,000 hectares of land previously controlled by bandits, the Commissioner for Information has disclosed. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-reclaims-500000-hectares-from-bandits-commissioner-says/
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested six suspected kidnappers in Adamawa State and received a repentant Boko Haram terrorist in Borno State. Read More: https://punchng.com/terrorist-surrenders-in-borno-troops-nab-six-kidnappers-in-adamawa/
Religious leaders in Ijebuland have urged Governor Dapo Abiodun to lift the embargo placed on the selection process for the next Awujale of Ijebuland. Read More: https://punchng.com/awujale-standoff-religious-leaders-urge-abiodun-to-lift-ban/
Anambra police have arrested a 32-year-old woman, Ogechi Ofoma, for allegedly brutalising her seven-year-old daughter with a hot knife over a piece of meat Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-mother-arrested-for-brutalising-seven-year-old-daughter/
The Federal Government plans to activate 200 new telecom sites before December, part of a project to connect over 20 million Nigerians in unserved areas. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-targets-200-new-telecom-sites-before-december-2/
The Lagos State Government has asked NAHCON to permit state-run clinics in pilgrims’ hotels and increase its Hajj slots ahead of the 2027 pilgrimage. Read More: https://punchng.com/hajj-lagos-demands-hotel-clinics-more-pilgrims-slots/
A joint team of police and military has killed several suspected terrorists and recovered weapons during a clearance operation in Gumki Forest, Kebbi State Read More: https://punchng.com/security-forces-kill-terrorists-recover-weapons-in-kebbi-raid/
An opinion piece arguing that Nigeria’s fuel subsidy was not the core economic issue, citing low tax revenue and comparing historical growth data. Read More: https://punchng.com/subsidy-was-never-nigerias-problem/
The Nigeria Police Force has issued a security alert over intelligence indicating terrorists and informants are spying on schools and other vulnerable targ Read More: https://punchng.com/terrorists-informants-spying-on-schools-other-targets-police/
Police in Osun State have recovered a second corpse from a motor park in Ile-Ife following a shooting that killed Accord Party chieftain, Olalekan Oyeyemi. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-shooting-police-recover-another-corpse-slain-accord-chieftain-buried/
A Lagos tenant, Medinat Oyeleke, has accused her lawyer, Jide Zaid, of failing to deliver legal services after collecting N345,000 from her. Read More: https://punchng.com/tenant-lawyer-bicker-over-alleged-failed-legal-service-delivery/
Families in Akwa Ibom have filed a N1bn lawsuit against the FG and a firm after two people died in floods allegedly caused by the East-West Road project. Read More: https://punchng.com/east-west-road-two-die-as-families-slam-n1bn-suit-against-fg-firm/
A 16-year-old boy, Favour Ayogu, allegedly abducted in Enugu State, has been rescued by a joint security team at a checkpoint in Onitsha, Anambra State. Read More: https://punchng.com/16-year-old-abducted-in-enugu-rescued-at-anambra-checkpoint/
DHL Express has launched a new domestic shipping service in Nigeria called Domestic Select, targeting SMEs, online retailers, and individuals with an affor Read More: https://punchng.com/dhl-targets-smes-with-new-domestic-shipping-service/
The Minister of Communications, Bosun Tijani, has reiterated the FG’s plan for a nationwide fibre expansion, including 90,000km of cable and new towers. Read More: https://punchng.com/minister-reiterates-fgs-push-for-nationwide-fibre-expansion/
The Nigerian Communications Commission has partnered with CBM International to call for greater digital inclusion for persons with disabilities in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncc-pushes-digital-inclusion-for-persons-with-disabilities/
An assessment of Nigeria’s economic reforms under Abubakar Bagudu, weighing gains in GDP and investment against weak budget implementation and poverty. Read More: https://punchng.com/economic-reforms-gain-traction-amid-weak-budget-implementation/
The outgoing Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University, Prof Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, has advised her successor, Prof Ayodeji Badejo, to be courageous. Read More: https://punchng.com/dont-rush-decisions-olatunji-bello-charges-incoming-lasu-vc/
Medical lecturers in Ibadan have warned the FG against increasing admission quotas for medical students without improving infrastructure and manpower. Read More: https://punchng.com/medical-lecturers-warn-against-increased-admission/
UNILAG VC, Prof Folasade Ogunsola, warns that AI is eroding students’ critical thinking by allowing them to bypass learning, calling for guardrails. Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-eroding-students-critical-thinking-unilag-vc/
The Rivers State House of Assembly has summoned the Vice-Chancellor of PAMO University to explain the use of scholarship funds released by the government. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-assembly-summons-pamo-varsity-vc-over-scholarship-funds/
About 60 aged seafarers under the Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria are demanding unpaid pensions 31 years after the Nigerian National Shipping Line was l Read More: https://punchng.com/nnsl-retirees-demand-pensions-31-years-after-liquidation/
Nigeria and India have agreed to deepen economic ties and restore bilateral trade to its previous high of $15bn, with India seeking renewed crude oil purch Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-india-move-to-revive-15bn-bilateral-trade/
The Federal Government has raised N728.979bn through a second bond issuance to settle verified outstanding debts owed to electricity generation companies ( Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-raises-n729bn-bond-to-settle-gencos-debts/
A former Adamawa speaker, Kabiru Mijinyawa, and thousands of supporters have defected from the All Progressives Congress to the Action Peoples Movement. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-adamawa-speaker-leads-mass-defection-from-apc-to-apm/
A group, Global Pan-Africanism Network, has asked the Modibbo Adama University, Yola, to reverse its ban on a planned students’ protest at the institution. Read More: https://punchng.com/reverse-ban-cancellation-of-planned-students-protests/
A fresh crisis is brewing in the Bauchi State APC as some State House of Assembly candidates accuse the party of substituting their names after primaries. Read More: https://punchng.com/fresh-crisis-hit-bauchi-apc-as-candidates-allege-substitution/
Benue-born Afro-urban artiste, Malex Betaboi, has called for a national dialogue on the struggles of everyday Nigerians, using his music to inspire hope. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-born-artiste-urges-dialogue-over-national-challenges/
• Africa’s richest man projects group’s market cap to reach $350bn by 2030 •Promises strong returns, generational wealth for investors • Says company has transformed Nigeria into refining, export hub
• Oyedele says debt settlement must be backed by reforms, market discipline •NBET: It’s a milestone in efforts to address longstanding financial challenges •Two issuances raise combined N1.23 trillion within
• New index covers 26 markets, with Nigeria attracting 7.4% weighting •FG: inclusion reflects growing investor confidence in current reforms Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja and Nume Ekeghe in Lagos Leading
Chuks Okocha in Abuja The Labour Party (LP), has maintained that Abayomi Arabambi, who recently dragged the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), and the
Chuks Okocha in Abuja Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called for the creation of a country, where Nigerians living abroad can confidently return home,
Chuks Okocha in Abuja The Allied Peoples Movement (APM), has described the widespread popularity of its Presidential Candidate and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, especially among young people, as a
George Okoh in Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Alia, has raised concerns over the huge financial awards arising from garnishee proceedings against state and local government
Ahead of the 2027 general election, Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has inaugurated the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Campaign Council, charging members to extend party operations to every ward,
• Sanwo-Olu, Oba of Lagos receive APC Presidential Campaign Council Director-General of All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), Senator AbdulAziz Yari, yesterday, assured the Oba of Lagos that
•Akpabio, Barau, Bamidele, Oshiomhole, Kalu, Natasha, others on the ballot Sunday Aborisade in Abuja No fewer than 1,303 candidates have been cleared to contest the 109 senatorial seats in the
Chuks Okocha in Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), to immediately review the use of politically exposed academics as Returning and
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Sunday Ehigiator The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has inaugurated 600 pharmacists into the Agency’s Pharmacists Reserve Volunteer Programme
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Monday meets leadership of staff unions over issues concerning King’s College, Lagos, as the Federal Government seeks to
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Sunday Ehigiator Over 500 alumni, professionals and representatives of leading organisations gathered in Lagos for the 2026 Career Fair organised by the Covenant University Alumni Association (CUALA), as stakeholders explored
Benin-Asaba Expressway Concession Company Limited (BAECC) has appealed for patience from motorists and communities along the corridor as it prepares to accelerate construction on the 125-kilometre highway following the rainy
Michael Olugbode in Abuja Nigeria is seeking to close operational gaps between investigation, prosecution and adjudication in human trafficking and migrant-smuggling cases as criminal networks adopt more sophisticated methods and
• Commission records 297,943 complaints in August, demands probe into Benue, Niger killings Michael Olugbode in Abuja National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised concerns over the worsening human rights
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and China’s National Immigration Administration have explored stronger technical cooperation, intelligence sharing and capacity building as part of efforts to combat
The Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has charged the state judiciary to uphold justice, fairness, accountability and the rule of law, saying public confidence in democracy depends largely on
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Michael Olugbode in Abuja British High Commissioner Designate to Nigeria, Pete Vowles, has arrived in Abuja to assume leadership of the United Kingdom’s diplomatic mission, pledging to deepen the longstanding
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The federal government has formally transferred the title documents of two properties in Lagos to Biovaccines Nigeria Limited (BVNL), fulfilling its equity contribution to the joint
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