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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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.
The complaints were marked by child abandonment, mass abductions, rape, domestic and sexual violence, discrimination, freedom of religion, and freedom of movement. The post Killings, rape, other abuses persist as NHRC logs nearly 300,000 rights complaints in August appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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 Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a former staff member of the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) and 12 others over their alleged involvement in the vandalism of electricity cables worth more than N350 million in Abuja. The suspects were also arrested in connection with alleged car theft, armed robbery and […] NSCDC arrests ex-AEDC staff, 12 others over N350m electricity cable vandalism
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has named Dean Huijsen as the player who eats the most food at the club. The England midfielder was discussing the unique characteristics of his teammates at the Santiago Bernabeu. Bellingham, 23, attended the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday, just a day after he played and scored in Madrid’s 4-1 league […] LaLiga: ‘He eats like three people’ – Jude Bellingham names hungriest Real Madrid player
The Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Council has said it will collaborate with relevant state government agencies and stakeholders to address flooding and other infrastructure challenges affecting residents in the area. The Chairman of the council, Lawal Wasiu, stated this during a technical inspection of the flood-prone Sango-Ota–Joju corridor on the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. Lawal, who was accompanied […] Sango-Ota-Joju flooding: Ado-Odo/Ota Council, Ogun Govt inspect corridor
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested three young men over the alleged beating to death of a 50-year-old man, Ibrahim Muhammad, in Kadarbu village, Fufore Local Government Area of the state. The arrests were disclosed in a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje. According to the statement, the incident occurred […] Police arrest three over alleged murder of man in Adamawa village
The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency, LASCOPA, has warned operators of pepper and mill grinding machines across the state against using rusty, corroded and poorly fabricated equipment, saying such machines could contaminate food and pose health risks to consumers. In a statement on Monday, the agency also urged operators to replace traditional cast-iron and unsuitable locally […] Lagosians warned against use of rusty, poorly fabricated pepper-grinding machines
Nigerian forward, Gift Orban, has continued his excellent start to the Super Lig season by scoring a hat-trick, leading his team to a commanding 5-0 win over Istanbul Başakşehir on Sunday evening. The former Hellas Verona player netted three goals in the second half at the Seyrantepe Spor Kompleksi Stadyumu 1, delivering an outstanding performance for the […] Turkey: Nigerian forward, Gift Orban matches Osimhen’s goal tally with hat-trick
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr’s partner, Virginia Fonseca, has paid tribute to her bodyguard and his wife. The couple, Rogerio Camilo Ramos and Paula Regina Rodarte Camilo, tragically lost their lives in Brazil due to a road accident earlier on Monday. As reported by The Sun, Rogerio and Paula were involved in a deadly car crash […] ‘I’m heartbroken’ – Vinicius Jr’s partner, Fonseca laments death of bodyguard, wife in accident
The Oyo State government has revealed that no fewer than five suspected terrorists have been arrested over an attack on a security base in the Oke Ogun area of the state. Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, disclosed this in a statement on Monday. DAILY POST reported that gunmen attacked the security base situated along Igbeti/Igboho Road. […] Oyo Govt announces arrest of five terrorists after attack on security base
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised the alarm after the pump price of petrol rose to N1,470 per litre. In a statement by his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the increase in fuel prices had further worsened the cost-of-living burden on Nigerians. He noted that every increase in the fuel pump price directly impacts […] Petrol at N1,470/litre: Atiku questions Tinubu’s govt on fuel subsidy savings
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.
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.
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.
“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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Oyo State Government has confirmed the arrest of five suspected terrorists involved in the attack on a military camp on the outskirts of Igbeti in the Olorunsogo Local Government Council on Sunday. The post Oyo govt confirms arrest of 5 terrorists after Igbeti attack appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Federal Government has moved to defuse the escalating crisis over the controversial management arrangement for King’s College, Lagos, assuring workers that none of them would be sacked, victimised or punished as a result of the dispute. The post King’s College: FG moves to defuse crisis, assures workers of ‘no sack’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
Yemen's Houthis said on Monday Saudi Arabia launched airstrikes across the west of the country after the Iran-backed group earlier announced it targeted military bases in the kingdom. The post Houthis say Saudi Arabia hits Yemen with 54 strikes after attack on bases appeared first on Vanguard News.
US President Donald Trump said Monday he was open to holding talks with Iran, after weeks of saying it was too early to make a deal with Tehran to end the Middle East war. The post Trump says ‘open’ to engaging with Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.
Barry has emerged as the first finalist of BBNaija Season 11 after winning the week eight Head of House challenge. The post BBNaija S11: Barry wins new HOH, becomes first finalist appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria and Canada are among the world’s most active gambling markets, but they have developed in very different economic and regulatory environments. Both are experiencing rapid digital growth, rising mobile participation and increasing pressure to protect consumers, yet their dominant products, payment systems and levels of regulatory maturity differ considerably. Two Large but Unequal Markets […] The post Nigerian and Canadian Gambling Industries Compared appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Emmanuel Iheaka OWERRI — Two persons have been killed by suspected armed bandits while inspecting a parcel of land in Irete Community, Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State. A source in the community, who pleaded anonymity, said the victims, accompanied by two others, had gone to inspect the land when the hoodlums […] The post Bandits kill two inspecting land in Imo appeared first on Vanguard News.
Suspected herdsmen have killed a vigilante operative and another man in an attack on the Umunjo community in Irete, Owerri West LGA of Imo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/herdsmen-kill-two-in-imo-community-attack/
The Kaduna State Government says it has recovered over 500,000 hectares of land previously under the control of bandits, improving security for farmers. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-reclaims-500000-hectares-from-bandits-commissioner-says/
The Enugu State police have begun a probe into attacks on NDC and PDP political gatherings, as the NDC names eight members injured by gunmen in Obuofia. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-violence-police-probe-attacks-ndc-names-eight-victims/
An eatery worker, identified as Jeffrey, has been shot dead by suspected cultists in Oghara, Delta State, while returning from work with a colleague. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-eatery-worker-shot-dead-by-suspected-cultists/
Nigerian-American driver, Ugo Ugochukwu, says he is proud of his Nigerian roots after winning the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Drivers’ Championship in Madrid. Read More: https://punchng.com/im-proud-of-my-nigerian-roots-f3-champion-ugochukwu/
The SDP candidate in the Ekiti governorship election, Isaac Alade, has withdrawn his petition challenging Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s victory. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-poll-sdp-candidate-drops-petition-party-rejects-withdrawal/
No fewer than 13 persons have been killed in separate attacks by suspected gunmen on communities in Jos South, Mangu and Riyom LGAs of Plateau State. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-13-in-fresh-plateau-attacks/
The Ikenne community in Ogun State has called for an independent probe into the death of Demola Agboola, who died after being taken into police custody. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-community-demands-probe-of-mans-death-during-police-arrest/
Following Uber’s exit from Nigeria, competitors like Bolt and inDrive are positioning to capture a larger share of the country’s $450m e-hailing market. Read More: https://punchng.com/uber-exit-opens-450m-nigerian-e-hailing-market/
Learn the correct pronunciation of pack, park, peck, and perk. This guide explains the different vowel sounds to help you speak English more clearly. Read More: https://punchng.com/say-after-me-pack-park-peck-perk/
Konyaspor coach İlhan Palut says his side prioritised stopping Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu over Mohamed Salah in their 1-0 win against Trabzonspor. Read More: https://punchng.com/onuachu-bigger-threat-than-salah/
Coventry City coach Frank Lampard says his side’s failure to take chances, not Taiwo Awoniyi’s red card, was to blame for their 5-0 defeat to Brighton. Read More: https://punchng.com/awoniyis-red-not-to-blame-for-brighton-defeat-lampard/
FIFA and CAF officials have begun an assessment of the NFF crisis in Abuja, meeting with stakeholders to discuss the mass resignation of the board. Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-caf-begin-assessment-of-nff-crisis/
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has launched its N2.15tn Initial Public Offering on the Nigerian Exchange, attracting a rush of investors from across Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/refinery-ipo-dangote-woos-nigerians-investors-flood-ngx/
The NNPC Ltd. has unveiled plans to increase Nigeria’s gas reserves from 215tcf to over 600tcf and raise national production to 12 Bcf/d by 2030. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-targets-600tcf-reserves-raises-gas-production/
Cardiff’s Principality Stadium has emerged as a potential venue to salvage the Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua fight amid disputes over a UK location. Read More: https://punchng.com/cardiff-stadium-emerges-as-option-to-save-joshua-vs-fury/
The Nigerian equities market started the week bullish as market capitalisation gained N160bn, driven by price appreciation in Nestle Nigeria and others. Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-opens-week-bullish-market-cap-gains-n160bn/
Lagos State proposes increasing the retirement age for magistrates and law officers to 65 to address a career progression imbalance in the justice sector. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-seeks-65-year-retirement-age-for-magistrates/
Rivers United and Shooting Stars will each receive a $100,000 solidarity payment from CAF despite their early exits from continental competitions. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-3sc-get-100k-consolation-from-caf/
Kenyan scholar Patrick Lumumba protests the ‘African time’ stereotype after a governor’s late arrival interrupted his speech at a conference in Kisumu. Read More: https://punchng.com/lumumba-africans-must-stop-insulting-africa-with-african-time/
The Nigeria Football Federation has indefinitely suspended assistant referee Yakubu Aliyu for wrongly disallowing a Doma United goal against Enyimba in the Read More: https://punchng.com/nff-suspends-referee-over-doma-united-goal/
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has inaugurated a model primary healthcare centre in Oruk Anam LGA to boost grassroots healthcare and reduce medical tou Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-gov-inaugurates-model-phc-targets-medical-tourism/
A column on the decline of political debate in Nigeria, critiquing politicians’ confusing promises on issues like fuel subsidy ahead of the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/help-politicians-may-burst-nigerians-brains-before-2027/
A US-based Nigerian designer, Excellence Olujide, says Nigeria can turn its fashion and design industries into major global cultural exports with investmen Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-can-turn-fashion-design-into-global-cultural-exports-us-based-designer/
Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle is set to name two separate squads for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers and a friendly match against Russia in October. Read More: https://punchng.com/chelle-set-to-name-two-eagles-squads/
The blockade of Peter Obi’s convoy in Benue is an ominous sign of rising political intolerance and thuggery ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-blockade-ominous-start-to-2027-campaigns/
Recent cases in Oyo and Ogun expose the growing crisis of baby trafficking in Nigeria, with calls for a crackdown on criminal networks and adoption reform. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-disturbing-baby-trafficking-racket/
President Bola Tinubu has directed the SGF to ensure the release of all approved funds to regional commissions to accelerate development across Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-orders-release-of-funds-to-regional-commissions-2/
Experts warn that AI content from the Global North ignores Nigerian realities, calling for local datasets and training to ensure cultural relevance in educ Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-content-ignores-nigerian-realities-experts-warn/
NITDA is seeking increased investment in Nigeria’s data centre infrastructure to meet the demands of the country’s expanding digital economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/nitda-seeks-more-investment-in-data-centres/
*Names Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe as main rival for the title Barcelona forward, Lamine Yamal, believes he would be a deserved winner of the Ballon d’Or this year, given his World Cup
Nigeria and Amedspor striker, Gift Orban, continued his fine start to the campaign in the Turkish Super Lig, scoring a hat-trick to inspire a resounding 5-0 victory over Istanbul Başakşehir
Olawale Ajimotokanin Abuja Nigeria’s Tennis team departed the country in the early hours of yesterday for Rabat, Morocco, ahead of the 2026 Davis Cup World Group II crunch clash scheduled
A total of 25 top-flight coaches in Nigeria have commenced intensive theoretical and practical classes in a two-module CAF A-License coaching course that kicked off in the Federal Capital Territory,
CANAL+ and LALIGA have signed an anti-piracy agreement covering nearly 50 countries across Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti, strengthening efforts to tackle illegal sports content distribution. Under the agreement, the
Fortune FA and Ajegunle United were among the biggest winners as the Nathaniel Idowu U-16 Football League recorded 21 goals in five matches during Week 2 at the New Maracana
Peter Uzoho Akwa Ibom’s wholly-owned Ibom Power Plant is seeking between N10 billion to N12 billion bailout fund from the state government to avert a total collapse, as gas supply
The EV Nigeria Expo & Conference (EVN Expo), Nigeria’s premier platform for electric vehicles and clean mobility, has announced that its 2026 edition will now hold on 25 and 26
Oluchi Chibuzor The Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Folashade Kaosarat Bada Ambrose-Medebem, has called for deeper and more strategic collaboration between government and the private sector
PAT ONUKWULI argues for surveillance and a catch-up vaccination in schools and communities An earlier article, “Nigeria’s Immunisation Gap,” warned that vaccine availability must not be mistaken for vaccine protection. It
Abuja is growing—and growing rapidly. With that growth comes an uncomfortable but unavoidable reality: infrastructure planned and provided for a much smaller population is today under enormous pressure. Roads, drainage
The Tinubu administration has earned support in the state through development interventions, writes ADEOYE SAMUEL Governor Uba Sani’s prediction that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu could secure between 70 and 80
Nigeria’s leading voices in art and architecture will converge in Lagos as AD Consulting partners with Ecobank Nigeria to present The Convergence: The Iconic Architect & the Icons of Art,
There is a surge in counterfeit and substandard products across the country, putting many at risk, stifling legitimate businesses, and discouraging investment. From food items to water to medicines, and
Stories by Steve Aya The Lagos State Judiciary has announced activities to mark the commencement of the 2026/2027 New Legal Year, with a Thanksgiving Service scheduled for September 21 and
Vandalism of public infrastructure is no longer petty theft. It kills, blackouts whole corridors, and bleeds the country’s treasury. From rail tracks and transmission towers to telecom sites, bridge fittings
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have strengthened collaboration, to investigate the alleged diversion and mismanagement of funds released under
President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, has paid tribute to late Professor Alfred Bandele Kasunmu, SAN, describing him as a great teacher, distinguished Lawyer and
The Ugandan Law Reform Commission (ULRC) has sought Nigeria’s expertise in developing a robust legal framework for the regulation of virtual assets and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), during a
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt Sixteen law faculties from Universities across the Niger Delta are competing in the 2026 Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Annual Moot Court and Mock Trial
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Chief M.I Okoro, a well-respected Fellow of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers, is gravely concerned about Nigeria’s poor housing and determines that the ugly situation can be
…Keen on sanitisation of state’s politics Dumo Lulu-Briggs, an oil magnet and son of the famous Rivers oil family, owners read more Dumo Lulu-Briggs, oil magnet and NDC’s arrowhead in Rivers, sees $200bn economy for Rivers
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The Airport Police Command has clarified that there was no terrorist attack or security breach at the Asaba International Airport, read more No terrorist attack at Asaba airport, ONSA carried out simulation exercise – Police Command
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Nigeria’s telecommunications operators have thrown their weight behind the federal government’s zero-rated access to educational platforms, a programme that provides read more Telecom operators back 100MB daily allocation to accelerate Nigeria’s skills economy
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IPI Nigeria condems police invasion of TV station in Kaduna, calls for sanction Premium Times Nigeria
Tax reforms, economic growth critical to Nigeria’s health financing – Official Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria’s oil output rises 0.4% in August Premium Times Nigeria
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Group tasks media, CSOs to intensify checks on illicit financial flows Premium Times Nigeria
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Nigeria’s raw material exports rose by 106% to N3.84trn in H1 2026 TheCable
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NTAC Deploys Another 10 TAC Volunteers To Rwanda News Agency of Nigeria
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North Central’s Vast Resources Key to Nigeria’s Prosperity – Minister Voice of Nigeria
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Tinubu to investors: Nigeria open for business The Nation Newspaper
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Nigeria, Boko Haram reportedly reach secret three-month ceasefire Al Jazeera
FG, Unions Meet Over King’s College Concession News Agency of Nigeria
NESG: Nigeria must end raw material exports, boost local production for economic growth TheCable
Nigeria has no reason to be poor – Obasanjo Daily Post Nigeria
Weak institutions, poor management hampering Nigeria’s prosperity – Peterside TheNiche
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Nigeria targets 200 telecom towers by December, plans new satellite beyond fibre coverage Business News Nigeria
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PM Modi Targets Renewal of Crude Purchase to Boost Nigeria-India Trade Business Post Nigeria
172 LGAs Account For 55% Of Nigeria’s Maternal Deaths — FG The Whistler Newspaper
ALTON Backs Zero-rated Access to Educational Platforms Programme Nigeria Communications Week
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Call for Implementing Partner for Young Africa Innovates Cohort 2 (Nigeria) fundsforNGOs
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Nigeria, India aim to rebuild trade to $15bn as Modi pushes for more crude purchases Vanguard News
Liquidity tightens 47% as N3.56trn enters Nigeria’s financial system Business News Nigeria
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Chimamanda Adichie says she does not want returning to Nigeria after son’s death punchng.com
Nigeria’s maritime in need of reforms to optimise blue economy – Expert – FRCN HQ FRCN HQ
Pete Vowles arrives Abuja as new British High Commissioner to Nigeria Daily Post Nigeria
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