… Women record twice men’s prevalence as state targets wider coverage By Chioma Obinna Lagos State has recorded significant progress in HIV treatment, with 93.4 per cent of people living with the virus who know their status receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART), a new survey has revealed. Howeve...
business
Nigerian techpreneur Osita Oparaugo urges African leaders to unite and build collective economic power rather than seeking global recognition. Read More: https://punchng.com/african-leaders-urged-to-unite-for-economic-global-influence/...
News
Nigerian domestic airfares have surged by nearly 200% ahead of the festive season, with tickets on key routes now costing between N196,000 and N337,500. Read More: https://punchng.com/airfares-jump-by-200-ahead-of-festive-season/...
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The UAE aims to become an AI-native government by 2027, offering Nigeria lessons in digital infrastructure and data integration for its digital future. Read More: https://punchng.com/adapting-uaes-ai-model-for-nigerias-digital-future-2/...
parks
The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria has opposed the FG’s plan to use Medipool for drug supply, warning it could weaken oversight and threaten national se Read More: https://punchng.com/psn-opposes-fgs-medipool-drug-supply-plan/...
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The Bank of Industry and IFC have signed a $50m loan deal to expand long-term financing for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/boi-ifc-sign-50m-loan-deal-to-boost-msme-financing/...
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… Partners PAU on research, fact-checking, ethical journalism By Sola Ogundipe The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) have entered into a partnership to tackle misinformation, negative narratives and irresponsible media reporting on m...
business
The UN, LEAP Africa, and the Nigerian Youth Futures Fund have called for greater youth inclusion in governance and economic decision-making in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/un-leap-africa-urge-greater-youth-inclusion-in-governance/...
government
The Lagos State Safety Commission has warned spa and beauty operators against safety violations, urging them to tighten hygiene and risk-control measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/lasg-warns-spas-beauty-operators-against-safety-violations/...
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The Ogun State and Federal Governments have launched a joint investigation into recurring methane gas leaks in Ijebu-Ode and neighbouring communities. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-fg-probe-recurring-gas-leaks-in-ijebu-ode/...
schools
… Jegede demands policy overhaul, AI integration, teacher training reform By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Government has designated the Nigerian Academy of Education (NAE) as the country’s apex national institution for digital literacy and leadership development, as part of e...
business
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA–PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mr. Jim Ovia, the founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, on his 75th birthday. President Tinubu commended Ovia’s remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s banking industry, economic development and private-sector ...
schools
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri Dress code is a serious matter at the Nigerian Law School, where students are expected to present themselves in a manner befitting the legal profession. However, the school’s dress policy has come under public scrutiny over alleged discriminatory treatment o...
