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 NIPSS experience, as recounted in this memoir, serves as a cautionary tale about what happens when leadership development becomes divorced from its foundational principles. An institute that cannot treat its participants — distinguished professionals in their own right — with respect and dignity cannot credibly claim to be developing leaders for the nation. When […] The post From policy institute to parade ground, By Nuhu Mohammed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
A credible sovereign cloud ecosystem could stimulate investment in data centres, fibre networks, renewable and conventional energy solutions, cybersecurity services and specialised technology companies. It could create demand for cloud architects, network engineers, cybersecurity professionals, data specialists and other highly skilled workers. Nigeria’s digital economy is usually measured by the growth of fintech companies, expanding […] The post Nigeria’s sovereign cloud: Beyond data control to digital independence, By Fom Gyem appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Why does sudden death sometimes appear to pick the good ones — even those, like Dotun, who had just observed the physical exercise recommended for medical fitness? Why would it take a patriotic journalist, a gentleman, and a friend, while bandit kingpins, terrorist commanders, and others who inflict misery on innocent citizens continue to roam? […] The post Dotun Oladipo: Why does sudden death take the good and spare the wicked?, By Yushau A. Shuaib appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
If there is a way out of the sentence we have written for ourselves, it will not come from the children we sent away, and it will not come from the country we abandoned in our hearts, even while our bodies remained in it. It will come only if those of us still standing in […] The post The children we sent abroad, the old age we bought, By Bámidélé Adémólá-Olátéjú appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Idris said the country is still in the rainy season, when cholera transmission can increase because flooding may contaminate water sources and overwhelm sanitation systems. The post NCDC warns Nigerians as Cholera cases surpass 65,000 in 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Police said the circumstances surrounding the death remain unclear. The post Police probe death of bolt driver found with chest injury appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
President Tinubu’s directive follows the Federal Executive Council's resolution on 19 August 2026, in response to findings by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on “fake agencies”, ghost workers, and other control failures. The post Fake Agency Scandal: Tinubu orders forensic audit of IPPIS, MDAs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Following the Torino game, Fabio Capello, writing for La Gazzetta dello Sport, was among those to praise Chukwueze’s transformation. Chukwueze struck the former Milan coach as a “completely different player.” In 2024, one year on from Chukwueze’s signing, Capello had criticised the Nigerian and suggested he was struggling with the pressure of playing for such […] The post Samuel Chukwueze: Battling for starting spot at Milan, By Fidelis Nwagwu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
inDrive, a global mobility and delivery services platform, has honoured Felicity Eseke, the ‘Super Mum’ driver, with a brand-new Wuling XC250 2025. The brand-new car was handed over to Eseke during a presentation ceremony held at Ikeja City Mall, Lagos The post inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ driver with brand new car appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
BYSTTA Chairman Ama-ebi Ebikpolade Stow said the association was more concerned about the long-term welfare of its athletes than their success on the table alone. The post Bayelsa table tennis stars rewarded after triple-title triumph in Calabar appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The directive comes amid worsening conditions on the highway, with motorists and passengers reportedly spending days trapped in traffic. The post Benin-Asaba Road: Umahi gives CCECC 14-day deadline as motorists lament gridlock appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Our intervention is not borne out of bitterness or an attempt to settle personal scores. It is a patriotic call for introspection, accountability and corrective action within our party. The APC cannot afford to repeat the circumstances that contributed to its defeat in 2026 The post Open Letter to Mr President: Saboteurs in Osun APC and a call for accountability appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Benin-Asaba corridor has recently witnessed severe traffic congestion and hardship for motorists, prompting the federal government to order emergency interventions and a review of road concession arrangements. The post Umahi wants contractor arrested for failing to complete road despite receiving N14 billion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The recurring landslide fatalities have prompted the Cross River State Government to seek $25 million in international support for emergency response, ecological restoration and long-term resilience. The post Two die as refuse dump collapses on building in Cross River appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
President of Turkey Recep Erdogan on Friday compared the dire conditions in Palestine and Lebanon to the sufferings witnessed during the Hitler and Pol Pot periods. The president delivered a speech at the 2026 Mevlid-i Nebi Haftası (The Week of the Prophet’s Birth) opening ceremony at the Istanbul Haliç Congress Center. Gaza and the West Bank—two separate Palestinian territories—and […] Erdogan likens crises in Palestine, Lebanon to Hitler-Pol Pot eras
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has decided he won’t leave the club during this summer’s transfer window. According to Foot Mercato, Osimhen made the decision as Rafael Leao reached an agreement in principle to join Galatasaray from AC Milan. The report added that the Nigerian international is enthusiastic about Galatasaray’s sporting project amid the ongoing transfer […] Transfer: Osimhen decides Galatasaray future as Man Utd announce new signing
Nigeria’s leading commercial bank, Access Bank, has kept mum over the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of a customer’s deposits amounting to millions of naira. DAILY POST reports that, in the past two days, a viral video has surfaced online showing a lady, whose identity was not disclosed, alleging that she is a customer of Access […] Access Bank mum as customer alleges mysterious withdrawals wipe out N3m savings
Atletico Madrid have given Julian Alvarez until Sunday to make a decision: open up to the idea of a move to Arsenal or stay at the club. According to Sky Sports, Alvarez is considering his options after being told repeatedly by the club that he will not be joining Barcelona. The Argentina striker has not […] Transfer: Atletico Madrid give Alvarez deadline to decide on Arsenal move
Nigerian businessman Prince Isaac Fayose has criticised the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, for asking social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, to provide evidence to back his allegations against police officers. DAILY POST reports that VeryDarkMan, on Tuesday, appeared as a panellist at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, […] ‘Even Tinubu knows police are corrupt’ – Isaac Fayose sends message to IGP over invite to VDM
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, to oversee and coordinate a comprehensive forensic audit of Federal Government systems. This is contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday. The statement said the audit would […] Tinubu orders comprehensive audit of IPPIS to weed out ‘fake agencies, ghost workers’
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Friday suspended its strike action at Abia State University, Uturu, with a directive that all academic staff should resume duties. The suspension of the industrial action was announced by the Chairman and Secretary of ASUU at Abia State University, Chidi Mba and Victor Obisike, respectively, in a […] ASUU suspends strike at Abia varsity, gives management deadline to recall professor
The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the detention of a police officer allegedly involved in the shooting that led to the death of a 22-year-old motorist, Anthony Obodo, in Port Harcourt. The Command, in a statement issued on Friday by its Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe Kaborlo, said preliminary findings showed that an altercation […] Police detain officer over shooting that killed 22-year-old UNIPORT graduate
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed 430 pharmaceutical premises in Yobe State following a four-day enforcement operation across 10 local government areas. The Head of Enforcement of the PCN, Suleiman Chiroma, told journalists in Damaturu on Thursday that 601 premises were inspected in Damaturu, Potiskum, Nguru, Fune, Bade and five other LGAs. “Of the 601 […] PCN seals 430 illegal drug outlets, pharmacies in Yobe
The Chairman of the National Population Commission, NPC, Dr Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, is dead. Wushishi, who hailed from Niger State, died on Friday, throwing his associates and political circles into mourning. His Special Adviser on Media, Stanley Nwosu, confirmed the death. “Yes, it is true. The NPC chairman died after a brief illness,” Nwosu said. Wushishi, […] NPC chair, Wushishi dies eight months after assuming office
The Federal Government has deployed 500,000 doses of diphtheria vaccines to Kano and Katsina states as part of emergency measures to contain an outbreak of the disease. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, saying the vaccines were deployed through the National Primary Health Care Development […] FG deploys 500,000 Diphtheria vaccine doses to Kano, Katsina
Shooting Stars defeated Inter Lagos 2-1 in the opening fixture of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season. The hosts started the game on the front foot, putting Inter Lagos under pressure. The early pressure paid off, with Lucky Emmanuel giving Shooting Stars the lead in the 14th minute. Inter Lagos fought back, with […] NPFL: Shooting Stars pip Inter Lagos in season opener
Chelsea on Friday announced the departure of three players from the club. In separate statements on their website, the Blues confirmed that striker Nicolas Jackson has completed a permanent transfer to Aston Villa. Jackson joined Chelsea in June 2023 from Spanish club Villarreal and spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich. Similarly, Chelsea announced that defender […] Transfer: Chelsea announce departure of three players
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has disclosed why he always elevates God in his leadership of the state, saying he does this to achieve peace and economic prosperity, which can only be attained when human efforts are guided by divine intervention. Oyebanji said his clear vision to make Ekiti a land of prosperity has been […] Why I put God first in my administration — Gov Oyebanji
Reactions have continued to trail the claim by the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, that President Bola Tinubu is 90 years old, contrary to his publicly known age of 74. DAILY POST reports that the former vice president made the claim during an interview with the BBC, insisting that he has evidence […] ‘Desperation’ – Reactions as Atiku vows to release evidence Tinubu is 90 years old, sick
inDrive, a global mobility and delivery services platform, has honoured Felicity Eseke, the ‘Super Mum’ driver, with a brand-new Wuling XC250 2025. The brand-new car was handed over to Eseke during a presentation ceremony held at Ikeja City Mall, Lagos, in the presence of Akinyemi Oluwaseun aka Asherkine, the popular content creator, inDrive drivers and […] inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ Driver with brand new car
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has predicted the Premier League Matchday 2 fixtures. Manchester City will face Crystal Palace on Friday night, while Liverpool will host Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday, Chelsea will clash with Brighton, while Manchester United will tackle Ipswich Town. Arsenal will take on Aston Villa on Monday night at Villa Park. Giving his predictions, Shearer said […] EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Chelsea vs Brighton, Aston Villa vs Arsenal, others
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has disclosed that he has commenced discussions with former governors and political leaders as part of efforts to promote reconciliation and peace following the recent governorship election in the state. Governor Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Friday, said he held discussions with former governor and […] Osun at 35: Gov Adeleke discloses reconciliation talks with former governors
Arise News anchor, Rufai Oseni, has faulted the incessant promises of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Speaking during Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’ on Friday, Rufai said the former vice president is beginning to sound like a sound bite. DAILY POST recalls that Atiku had pledged to reinstate the fuel subsidy regime if […] 2027: Atiku beginning to sound like a sound bite — Rufai
The naira appreciated against the dollar across the official and parallel foreign exchange markets to end the week on a good note. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the naira firmed up against the dollar to N1,337.29 on Friday from N1,338.59 recorded on Thursday at the official market. This means that, on a day-to-day […] Dollar to naira exchange rate today, August 28, 2026: Naira appreciates across FX markets to end week on a good note
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has dissolved the Governing Council of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) and immediately reconstituted it to strengthen the institution’s governance structure. In a statement issued on Friday by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke said the reconstitution was aimed at ensuring continuity and avoiding any […] The post Adeleke dissolves, reconstitutes UNIOSUN governing council appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Deploys 500,000 vaccine doses, expands treatment centres By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — The Federal Government has activated an emergency multi-agency task force to contain a diphtheria outbreak affecting children in parts of Katsina and Kano states. As part of the immediate response, the government has deployed 500,000 doses of diphtheria vaccines to the two […] The post FG activates task force over diphtheria outbreak in Katsina, Kano appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Seeks 65-year retirement age for clinical health workers By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) has called on the Federal Government to urgently conclude and implement the outstanding Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with health workers, warning that continued delays are fuelling dissatisfaction and encouraging the migration of medical professionals from the […] The post Implement CBA to stem medical brain drain, NMA tells FG appeared first on Vanguard News.
The ADC spokesman maintained that while a broad opposition alliance could strengthen the party’s chances, it was not a prerequisite for victory. The post ADC doesn’t need coalition to win 2027 election — Bolaji Abdullahi appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Recovers 205,000 litres of stolen crude products, arrests 15 suspects By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces conducting operations across the country have rescued 43 kidnapped victims, neutralised 26 terrorists and arrested 15 suspected criminals in the past week. The troops also foiled attempts to steal about 205,000 litres of crude […] The post Military rescues 43 kidnapped victims, neutralises 26 terrorists appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Empowers 1,300 petty traders with N130m monthly By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 presidential and general elections, Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin (APC, Kano North), has urged constituents in his senatorial district to remain united and support President Bola Tinubu, Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, himself and other […] The post 2027: Barau rallies Kano North support for Tinubu, APC appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 presidential and general elections, the National Speaker of the Women Parliament of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Ambassador Sa’adatu Abdullahi, has called on women leaders across the country to strengthen grassroots mobilisation and build functional party structures. Abdullahi made the call on Friday at the SDP […] The post 2027: SDP women leaders begin nationwide mobilisation appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo KADUNA — The management of Kaduna State University (KASU) has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), KASU branch, to suspend its ongoing warning strike, citing steps being taken by the Kaduna State Government to address the union’s concerns. The university, in a statement signed by its Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abdullahi […] The post KASU urges ASUU to suspend warning strike, cites Uba Sani’s intervention appeared first on Vanguard News.
ABUJA — The Nigeria Police Force has arrested and paraded four suspects allegedly linked to an organ harvesting and human trafficking syndicate operating in Nasarawa State. The suspects were arrested by operatives of the Special Tactical Squad (STS) on August 19, 2026, following credible intelligence on the activities of the syndicate. According to a statement […] The post Police arrest four over alleged organ harvesting, trafficking in Nasarawa appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Elizabeth Adegbesan LAGOS — The naira appreciated to N1,403 per dollar in the parallel market on Friday from N1,407 on Thursday. However, the currency depreciated to N1,337 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira weakened […] The post Naira appreciates to N1,403/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), its affiliate unions and the legal profession over the death of the Congress’ General Secretary, Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja. President Tinubu described Ugboaja as a strong voice for the workers’ movement whose contributions to constructive engagement with […] The post ‘He was a strong voice for workers’ — Tinubu mourns NLC Scribe appeared first on Vanguard News.
LAGOS — The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of two men for money laundering and fraudulent impersonation before the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. The convicts, Agboola Abdullahi Abiodun and Victor Okonjo, were separately arraigned before Justice F.N. Ogazi on charges bordering […] The post Lagos court jails two over money laundering, cybercrime appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has facilitated the extradition of two Nigerians to the United States to face prosecution over alleged sexual exploitation and sextortion of two teenage boys. The EFCC said Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle were extradited to the US on Wednesday, August […] The post EFCC extradites two to US over alleged child sextortion appeared first on Vanguard News.
ABUJA — The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Dr Ayo Abdulrahaman as the new Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). His appointment came on Friday as the 2026/27 NPFL season got underway with the opening fixture between Nigeria’s CAF Confederation Cup representatives, Shooting Stars, and newly promoted Inter Lagos FC […] The post Abdulrahaman appointed NPFL Chief Operating Officer appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja The Presidency on Friday accused the former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, of being emotionally unstable to the extent of saying anything to attract and deceive the politically gullible. The Presidency accusation came on the heels of the statement credited to the former Vice President, who is the presidential candidate of […] The post 2027: Atiku can say anything to deceive politically gullible – Presidency appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Edwin Phillip, Lafia LAFIA — Tragedy struck the Tudun Amba area of Lafia, Nasarawa State, after a 30-year-old mud house collapsed on a family of six, killing a four-year-old girl and injuring three others. The incident occurred at about 2am on Thursday, shortly after rainfall. An eyewitness, Kefas Abu Danjuma, who is the deceased […] The post One dead, three injured as 30-year-old building collapses in Lafia appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has ordered the temporary closure of the old Niger Bridge for major rehabilitation works. Umahi, who spoke at the Ogbunike interchange linking Anambra State to the Second Niger Bridge, said the closure would take effect seven days from Friday, with traffic diverted to […] The post Umahi orders closure of old Niger Bridge for repairs appeared first on Vanguard News.
African Democratic Congress, ADC, on Friday accused President Bola Tinubu of responding to the 2027 election rather than Nigerians’ suffering, dismissing the Federal Government’s renewed push to expand Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, transportation as a political gimmick coming three years too late. The post CNG: Tinubu responding to 2027, not Nigerians’ suffering — ADC appeared first on Vanguard News.
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of Finance and Co-ordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, to oversee and coordinate a comprehensive forensic audit of Federal Government systems. The post Tinubu approves comprehensive forensic audit of IPPIS, federal agencies, ministries appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has extradited two Nigerians to the United States to face prosecution over alleged online sexual exploitation and sextortion involving two teenage boys who later died by suicide. The post EFCC extradites 2 Nigerians to US over alleged sextortion of teenage boys appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Iran left the door open to diplomacy on Friday, six months into a war with the United States that has upended the Middle East, but only if Washington abandons its pressure campaign. “Putting diplomacy back on track isn’t impossible. It hinges on the US understanding of one simple fact: pressure doesn’t work,” Iranian Foreign Minister Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-seeks-diplomacy-demands-end-to-us-pressure/
Aston Villa signed Senegal striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea in a deal worth a reported club-record £65 million ($87 million) on Friday. Jackson agreed a five-year deal with the Europa League holders and is reunited with Villa manager Unai Emery after the pair worked together at Villarreal. Emery had revealed the 25-year-old was set to Read More: https://punchng.com/aston-villa-sign-senegalese-striker-jackson-from-chelsea/
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the reconstruction of a 15.4-kilometre failed section of the Benin-Sapele Expressway by the Niger Delta Development Commission as a major intervention that will ease movement and boost economic activities in the state. Oborevwori stated this on Friday at the flag-off of the reconstruction project at Amukpe Roundabout, Sapele, Read More: https://punchng.com/nddc-begins-reconstruction-of-15-4km-failed-section-on-benin-sapele-expressway/
AIG Miller Dantawaye directs Anambra police to maintain strict neutrality and professionalism during the upcoming Anambra LG election. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-lg-poll-aig-directs-cp-officers-to-remain-neutral/
The NFF has appointed Dr. Ayo Abdulrahaman as the new NPFL Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately, as the 2026/27 season kicks off. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-nff-names-abdulrahaman-npfl-chief-as-league-season-begins/
Norway mourns King Harald, who died at 89 after a 35-year reign. His son, Haakon VIII, immediately succeeds him. Learn more about the royal transition. Read More: https://punchng.com/norwegians-mourn-king-harald-as-son-succeeds-to-throne/
Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s ousted defence minister, accepts a new role as an adviser to Italy’s defence minister, focusing on defence innovation. Read More: https://punchng.com/ousted-ukraine-defence-chief-becomes-adviser-to-italian-minister/
Kaduna State University management appeals to ASUU-KASU to suspend its two-week warning strike, citing government intervention to resolve lecturers’ grieva Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-varsity-begs-asuu-to-suspend-strike/
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Cross River State mourns the passing of Enya Ndem, a respected Cross River journalist. Learn more about his contr Read More: https://punchng.com/nuj-mourns-death-of-cross-river-journalist/
Abia State University lecturers suspend their strike, directing members to resume academic duties. ASUU-ABSU gives management an ultimatum to recall a susp Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-varsity-lecturers-suspend-strike/
The Presidency clarifies that Nigeria’s land borders are already open, tackling Atiku Abubakar’s pledge to open them. Get the facts on border management. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-borders-are-already-open-presidency-tackles-atiku/
Witness the stunning rare lunar eclipse that painted the moon deep red, with 96% coverage. Learn how Earth’s shadow created this celestial spectacle. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-rare-lunar-eclipse-turns-moon-deep-red-96-covered/
Catch up on the latest evening news recap: WhatsApp introduces per-message charges, Omokri challenges Atiku on Tinubu’s age, and King Oyo’s death. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-whatsapp-introduces-per-message-charges-omokri-challenges-atiku-over-tinubus-age-other-top-stories/
President Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive forensic audit of IPPIS and other FG agencies to combat ghost workers and strengthen financial controls. Read More: https://punchng.com/ghost-workers-tinubu-orders-forensic-audit-of-ippis-fg-agencies/
Canada is increasing the financial requirement for international student permits from September 1, 2026. Learn how much more you’ll need for living expense Read More: https://punchng.com/canada-hikes-funds-required-for-international-student-permits/
VeryDarkMan, Martins Otse, satirizes the NBA conference controversy by dressing as a lawyer in a new video, mocking critics of his invitation. Read More: https://punchng.com/vdm-mocks-nba-backlash-by-dressing-as-lawyer-in-new-video/
APC governors, led by Hope Uzodimma, pledge full support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, focusing on subnational mobilization. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-apc-governors-will-deliver-tinubus-re-election-uzodimma/
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.Mandates finance minister to carry out task with highest standards of independence, professionalism, forensic integrity Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Friday directed the Minister of Finance and
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Laleye Dipo in Minna The Chairman of the National Population Commission. Dr Aminu Yussuf, is dead Yussuf, an indigene of Niger state, died in Abuja early Friday after a brief
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