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 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.
“We have two cases of lawyers who were found to have charged fees in dollars. This is unethical and illegal, as the naira is the country’s legal tender,” he said. The post EFCC warns lawyers against charging clients in dollars appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Gavi said an estimated 10.7 million people developed TB and 1.2 million died from the disease globally in 2024. The post New TB vaccines could save 7.3m lives by 2050 – Gavi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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
The Trade Union Congress, TUC, has suspended the industrial action it directed its affiliates to commence at Federal Unity Colleges over the proposed concession of King’s College, Lagos. The decision followed a meeting between the union, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, and other stakeholders in Abuja on Monday. Announcing the suspension after the […] TUC suspends strike over King’s College concession, gives govt two weeks
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have invaded Bitirhuya community in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, killing four residents and setting many houses ablaze. The fresh attack came barely a week after the terrorists killed 12 people in Nzangola village, Gombi Local Government Area of […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Tuesday morning
The Benue State Government has described as malicious and false a publication circulating on social media alleging that Governor Hyacinth Alia’s administration has concluded plans to demolish the Secretariat of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Makurdi. The state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Solomon Iorpev, disclosed this in a statement, describing the claim […] No plan to demolish CAN Secretariat in Makurdi – Benue govt
The President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote’s fortune rose to $51 billion after Dangote Refinery’s Initial Public Offering, IPO, officially kicked off at the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX. This is according to Forbes data released on Monday. With the revaluation of Dangote’s fortune, Africa’s richest man is now the 36th-richest person in the world. DAILY […] Dangote’s fortune hits $51bn after refinery IPO raises N1.5tn on NGX
The numerical strength of the Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has continued to decline, with notable members leaving the party. The latest defection involves a former Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Kabiru Mijinyawa. Mijinyawa, who was Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly between 2015 and 2019 when […] Former Adamawa Speaker Mijinyawa resigns from APC over primary election
The United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated Russia’s VTB Bank for aiding Iranian sanctions evasion. Washington said VTB Bank opened offices in Iran, built banking ties with sanctioned Iranian financial institutions, and worked to move billions of dollars in assets. The U.S. government pledged continual targeting of […] US designates Russian bank for helping Iran evade sanctions
The naira continued its appreciation against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Monday, beginning the week on a positive note. Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, data showed that the naira strengthened to N1,326.30 on Monday, up from N1,326.52 exchanged on Friday last week. This means that the naira firmed up slightly by N0.22 on Monday compared […] Dollar-to-Naira exchange rate today, September 14, 2026: Naira continues appreciation against USD
Three suspected kidnappers were reportedly neutralized while two abducted victims were rescued during a gun battle between security operatives and armed men in Wawa Forest, Borgu local government area of Niger State. The operation followed a report received at the New-Bussa Area Command on September 10, 2026, that armed men had abducted two persons from […] Police rescue kidnap victims, neutralise suspects in Niger
Abia State Government has dismissed allegations that it imposed N50,000 tax on women selling Akara in the streets of the state. The government also denied reports that it is subjecting school proprietors and other business owners in the state to excruciating taxations. Abia State Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, made the clarification on Monday in Umuahia while briefing journalists […] Abia Govt denies imposing N50,000 tax on akara sellers
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says he did not owe any salaries, pensions, gratuities or any money when he was Anambra State Governor. Obi stated this in response to recent claims by the current Anambra State government. Recall that Anambra State Government headed by Governor Chukwuma Soludo recently had said it […] Peter Obi breaks silence on Gov Soludo’s borrowed funds allegation
Joy Igbokwe has been voted Nasarawa Amazons Player of the Season, DAILY POST reports. Igbokwe earned the award after months of consistent performances for the Lafia-based club. She beat Hembafan Ayatsea, Udoka Unachukwu and Jones Imoh to the award. The winner of the award was decided by fan votes. Igbokwe recorded 689 votes, Ayatsea garnered […] NWFL: Igbokwe voted Nasarawa United’s Player of the Season
Africa’s digital economy is growing quickly. Mobile money is now part of everyday life in many parts of the continent, while more government services, financial platforms and businesses are moving online. But every new digital service also creates another point that needs to be protected. As more organisations digitise, the demand for cybersecurity professionals is […] Olufunke Tonye-Preghafi: The rise of African women in cybersecurity and why the momentum must not stall
Former Lobi Stars FC assistant coach, Tar Akombo, has been appointed head coach of Nationwide League One, NLO, side, Valiant FC The appointment comes just days after Akombo completed a coaching course at the National Institute for Sports, NIS. Akombo’s experience in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, and his recent certification, made him the […] NLO: Akombo named Valiant FC head coach
A former Kaduna State governorship candidate, Hayatuddeen Lawal Makarfi, has said the experience and reform credentials of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai are too valuable for Nigeria to waste because of political differences. Makarfi, who contested the Kaduna governorship election in 2023, made the call in a statement while describing El-Rufai as one […] ‘Nigeria cannot afford to waste El-Rufai’s knowledge, experience’ – Makarfi
Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, on Monday, said the presidential candidates of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar and the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi wants the president’s job badly. Onanuga made the remark while faulting politicians advocating for a reversal of policies that are making […] 2027: Atiku, Peter Obi want Tinubu’s job badly – Presidency
Falconets head coach, Moses Aduku, is expecting a difficult test against England in their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Round of 16 encounter. The West Africans will battle England for a place in the quarter-finals in Bielsko-Biala on Thursday. England just like Nigeria finished second in Group B with four points behind Brazil. It will […] 2026 U-20 WWC: England will be difficult test for Falconets – Aduku
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.
A Russian businessman with ties to the Kremlin paid for celebrations after the wedding of President Donald Trump's eldest son and his new bride, the couple confirmed on Monday. The post Trump’s son confirms Russian businessman paid for post-wedding festivities appeared first on Vanguard News.
Leeds demolished Newcastle 4-1 to climb up to third in the Premier League table on Monday and inflict a punishing first defeat for Magpies boss Matthias Jaissle. The post Leeds demolish Newcastle to go third in the Premier League appeared first on Vanguard News.
A Malian journalist was sentenced on Monday to two years in prison following remarks during a TV programme about his west African nation's security situation. The post Journalist jailed two yrs for security comment in Mali appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Federal Government has raised about N1.23 trillion through two bond issuances to tackle N4 trillion legacy debt owed to electricity Generation Companies (GenCos). The post FG raises N1.23trn to tackle N4trn GenCos’ legacy debt appeared first on Vanguard News.
Kidnappers in Northern Nigeria are turning families’ pain into profit, creating a ransom economy where millions are paid in cash, motorcycles, and goods. 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/
An Anambra mother, Ogechi Ofoma, has been arrested for allegedly brutalising her seven-year-old daughter with a hot knife for taking meat from a pot. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-mother-arrested-for-brutalising-seven-year-old-daughter/
Religious leaders in Ijebuland have urged Governor Dapo Abiodun to lift the embargo on the selection process for the next Awujale of Ijebuland. Read More: https://punchng.com/awujale-standoff-religious-leaders-urge-abiodun-to-lift-ban/
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested six suspected kidnappers in Song LGA, Adamawa State, following credible intelligence on their activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/terrorist-surrenders-in-borno-troops-nab-six-kidnappers-in-adamawa/
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/
The Sokoto State Government has urged the Office of the National Security Adviser to extend its crisis response exercise to the state to tackle banditry. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-sokoto-begs-onsa-to-extend-crisis-response-exercise/
• 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
• Ex-NSA, Monguno, urges revival of Musa Usman’s devt vision Sunday Aborisade in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has challenged political leaders to look beyond electoral cycles and build strong
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
• Traditional birth practices fuelling maternal mortality, says MAMII •80,000 food-support packs, new-born clothing rolled out •Govt targets 2.9m pregnant women, families by 2028 Deji Elumoye, Onyebuchi Ezigbo and Ayodeji
• Says Nigeria open for business Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja President Bola Tinubu yesterday welcomed the Coca-Cola System’s announcement in 2024 of a potential $1 billion investment in Nigeria over
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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BRICS Summit: Nigeria urges reform of UN, global financial institutions Premium Times Nigeria
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What Nigeria can now do with $54bn in FX reserves TheCable
Subsidy was never Nigeria’s problem Punch Newspapers
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How President Tinubu solved more than half of Nigeria's economic problems in three years, By 'Tope Fasua Premium Times Nigeria
Vowles takes charge of UK mission in Nigeria Business News Nigeria
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Dangote refinery: Nigerians buying into Africa’s biggest share sale BBC
Nigeria’s oil output rises 0.4% in August Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria’s $52 minimum wage buckles as fuel prices jump Business News Nigeria
FG Pays ₦18bn Severance Benefits To Ex-Nigeria Airways Workers Channels Television
IPI Nigeria condems police invasion of TV station in Kaduna, calls for sanction Premium Times Nigeria
US delivers military equipment to Nigeria Premium Times Nigeria
Tax reforms, economic growth critical to Nigeria’s health financing – Official Premium Times Nigeria
India seeks renewed crude purchases from Nigeria to boost bilateral trade TheCable
FG stakes N10b on digital training to improve 32,000 Nigerians’ employability The Guardian Nigeria News
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Nigeria Records 4,906 Cyberattacks Weekly As African Threats Surge Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Group tasks media, CSOs to intensify checks on illicit financial flows Premium Times Nigeria
What Are the Problems With Living in Nigeria? The Guardian Nigeria News
Why the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway, By Eric Teniola Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria can turn fashion, design into global cultural exports — US-based designer Punch Newspapers
Nigeria’s youths are not the problem The Nation Newspaper
Understanding Nigeria’s seven voting blocs TheCable
Nigerian government raises ₦729 billion bond to tackle power sector debt Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria targets 200 telecom towers by December, plans new satellite beyond fibre coverage Business News Nigeria
Davis Cup: Adeleye leads Team Nigeria to Morocco in search of World Group 1 ticket The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria’s raw material exports rose by 106% to N3.84trn in H1 2026 TheCable
Telecom operators back 100MB daily allocation to accelerate Nigeria’s skills economy Business News Nigeria
Rising Oil Prices Threaten Nigeria’s Inflation Progress Independent Newspaper Nigeria
11 Years After, Nigeria Returns to JP Morgan’s Global Bond Index THISDAYLIVE
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NUPRC: Bonny, Forcados account for 637,440 bpd of Nigeria’s August oil output TheCable
Nigeria, Boko Haram reportedly reach secret three-month ceasefire Al Jazeera
Nigeria Sustains OPEC Quota As Independent Producers Accelerate Production leadership.ng
Nigeria’s disturbing baby trafficking racket Punch Newspapers
Nigeria’s Clean-Fuel Gamble Meets A Record Rush For Imported Cars Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Nigerian govt launches incentives to increase use of maternal, newborn healthcare Premium Times Nigeria
Engineers Must Shape Policies Driving Nigeria’s Infrastructure – NSE leadership.ng
Nigeria’s Davis Cup Team Jets out to Morocco THISDAYLIVE
Nigeria has no business with poverty, says Obasanjo Punch Newspapers
Shettima, Modi Push to Restore Nigeria-India Trade to $15bn THISDAYLIVE
Nigeria’s food strategy is yet to break its import dependence Business News Nigeria
Nigeria Must Sustain Health Reform Gains, Tackle Uneven Progress — CSOs News Agency of Nigeria
NNPC activates multiple pathways to transform Nigeria into global gas hub —Official Premium Times Nigeria
Liquidity tightens 47% as N3.56trn enters Nigeria’s financial system Business News Nigeria
Chimamanda Adichie says she does not want to return to Nigeria after her son’s death Punch Newspapers
This is Nigeria’s critical minerals moment — Let’s make the most of it Business News Nigeria
10years After, Nigeria Rejoins Global Bond Index thefact.ng
Nigerian Stocks Open Week Bullish With 0.10% Rise Business Post Nigeria
Weak institutions threatening Nigeria’s economic growth, Peterside warns The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria rejoins JP Morgan bond index after 11 years Punch Newspapers
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South Africa killing of Nigerians: Nigeria govment warn South Africa ova murder of Bishop Taiwo Michael Fakunle BBC
Economists: Nigeria’s JPMorgan index return to boost capital inflows Punch Newspapers
Niger coup update: Wetin be Nigeria relationship wit Niger as Tinubu govment deny say dem back failed coup BBC
Nigeria deploys another batch of experts to Rwanda FRCN HQ
British High Commissioner-designate arrives Nigeria Punch Newspapers
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Honda Restructures Nigeria Operations, Dissolves HAWA In Merger With HMN Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Cameroon seeks stronger trade ties with Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
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'Historic day' for Nigeria as Dangote oil refinery launches IPO RFI
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