By Joseph Erunke, Abuja ABUJA — The Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, has renovated 287 schools and more than 4,000 classrooms nationwide as part of efforts to improve basic education infrastructure across the country. The commission also disclosed that it had establish...
By Kafayat Kokumo Stakeholders in the agric value chain have called for the industrialisation of Nigeria’s agricultural sector, saying it would create jobs, improve food security, increase exports and move the country from subsistence to commercial agriculture. They made the call...
By Udeme Akpan The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) will conduct a digital licensing round for gas distribution areas before the end of 2026, following the completion of a nationwide gas-grid mapping exercise expected in October. The Autho...
By Chioma Obinna The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria, ACPN, Lagos State Branch, has begun construction of an ultra-modern commercial hub and permanent secretariat estimated at about ₦800 million, with the facility expected to generate sustainable revenue and reduc...
Expert challenges Nigerian entrepreneurs to build businesses for global capital The Nation Newspaper
To Celebrate Inspiring buisness leaders of Excellence driving Nigerias Economic growth,Chioma kachi Ewelike sat with the professional par excellence in person of Group Managing Director ChamsHoldCo plc, Mrs. Mayowa Olaniyan to discuss usiness so far 1) can you share your journey ...
The Tinubu administration has extended the implementation of the capital component of the 2025 budget four times. The post Tinubu signs 2025 budget extension bill into law appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged Nigerians to take greater responsibility for the country’s development by supporting efforts to build a peaceful, productive and prosperous nation. The De...
The Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress governorship candidate for the 2027 election, Obafemi Hamzat, has met with the General Overseer of the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries, Pastor Lazarus Muoka. Hamzat disclosed the meeting in a post on Wedne...
“I am a Yoruba man and more Tinubu than Atiku,” the businessman, Mr Adesanya said, affirming his disconnection with Atiku. The post Mambilla: Adesanya denies political ties with Atiku, Dasuki appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja ABUJA — The debate over the proposed establishment of state police will receive fresh attention in Abuja on Tuesday as the House of Representatives Press Corps brings together political, legislative and security stakeholders to examine the implications...
The Nigeria Democratic Congress in Benue has condemned the murder of its Fiidi Ward Chairman, Igbu Terhemen, in Makurdi Local Government Area of the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-ndc-condemns-ward-chairmans-murder/...
The Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, has assured the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria of the traditional institution’s support for its reforms. Read More: https://punchng.com/emir-of-zazzau-assures-nahcon-of-support-urges-hajj-efficiency/...
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has paid tribute to Nigeria’s founding fathers and fallen heroes to mark the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-66-akpabio-hails-founding-fathers-fallen-heroes/...
Commissioner Urges Businesses To Leverage Digital Marketing For Growth News Agency of Nigeria
Following widespread destruction caused by severe flash floods in parts of Ebonyi State , the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has delivered relief materials worth millions of naira to support affected families and alleviate their hardship. The relief distribution come...
Mr Makinde also announced directors to oversee various campaign departments. The post 2027: Makinde appoints ex-minister as campaign DG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has demanded an immediate reduction in the price of petrol, a nationwide wage award for workers and the commencement of negotiations for a new national minimum wage, as it decried what it described as a worsening survival crisis in Nigeria. In an...
The Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Mudashir Obasa has appealed to members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state to avoid any form of conflict ahead of the 2027 general elections. He also advised the APC members to avoid those he described as detractors, say...
A university don has urged the Nigerian government to adopt smart storage technology to stop post-harvest losses estimated at N14.4tn annually. Read More: https://punchng.com/don-urges-fg-to-use-smart-storage-to-stop-n14-4tn-food-waste/...
"The presidential election is on January 16, 2027. By January 17, 2027, I will announce my resignation as FCT minister should the president lose in Rivers and the FCT." The post 2027: I’ll resign if Tinubu loses FCT, Rivers, Wike vows appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The Federal Government has called for stronger private sector investment in Nigeria’s midstream and downstream petroleum sectors to match rising crude outp Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-urges-private-investors-to-fund-oil-refining-gas-projects/...
Cjay featured in films such as “Larry Cold”, “Mum Overnight”, “A Day to My Wedding”, “The Lies She Tell”, among others. The post Nollywood actor Cjay dies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, has declared that Nigeria is in trouble, following the level of hunger in the country. Amaechi said if ADC is elected into office in 2027, Nigerians will clap because there would be an improvement in...
Meta loses Nigerian privacy suit over behavioural ads, must pay $100,000 PPC Land
The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, Ireti Kingibe, on Wednesday charged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to be independent during the 2027 general elections. Kingibe said INEC must conduct the 2027 general elections in a manner that would r...
According to Abiodun, discussions with NNPC focused on land acquisition, incentives and other requirements necessary to facilitate the take-off of the project, with the state government committing to provide the necessary cooperation and guarantees. The post Ogun, NNPC partner to...
The Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, has warned politicians against violence, thuggery, and recruiting cultists for the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ogun-cp-warns-politicians-against-violence-recruiting-cultists/...
2027: APC Appoints Babajide Obanikoro Head Of New Generation Lagos Central Campaign Council The Guardian Nigeria News
Obi-Kwankwaso ticket will unlock Nigeria’s potential — Lagos NDC senatorial candidate Punch Newspapers
The final burial rites for legendary stage, television, and silver screen icon Olu Jacobs commenced in Lagos with an evening defined by solemn hymns, evocative performances, glowing tributes, and humorous recollections of a life extraordinarily lived. At the heart of the gatherin...
The department said it is officially removing Nigeria from this category following amendments to its regulations. The post Tanzania removes Nigeria from referral visa category appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The Naira extended its appreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market ahead of the Independence Day holiday. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the Naira gained further to N1,329.16 on Wednesday from N1,330.47 exchanged on Tuesday. This means that t...
IFC is a member of the World Bank Group and the world's largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. The post InfraCredit secures IFC’s $50 million subordinated debt for local-currency infrastructure finance appeared first on Premium T...
By Omeiza Ajayi The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has disclosed that over 9.32 million young Nigerians were newly registered during the 2026 Continuous Voter Registration CVR exercises, as it moves to deepen youth participation ahead of the 2027 General Election....
THE BIG RESET: WILL NIGERIANS FEEL IT? Something important happened in Abuja last week. It did not involve a defection, a campaign rally or another declaration about 2027. It happened at the Central Bank. The Monetary Policy Committee reset Nigeria’s benchmark interest rate...
The global Fund made the commendation as Enugu and UNICEF seek stronger partnership on education, child health and human development The post UNICEF commends Mbah’s consistent 33% allocation to education appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Peterside Tasks Nigerian Media on Accountability, Efficiency in Ports Radio Nigeria Lagos
Nigeria at 66: Sanwo-Olu Calls for Patriotism, Unity and Responsible Citizenship Radio Nigeria Lagos
Nollywood actor CJay Nwoks dies in Lagos hospital [VIDEO] Daily Post Nigeria
The Federal Government has begun constructing a new National Control Centre in Osogbo to replace a 64-year-old facility and improve Nigeria’s grid reliabil Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-starts-new-power-control-centre-to-curb-blackouts/...
The number of Nigerian universities featured in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings has risen from 24 to 29, according to the latest edition of the global ranking. The post Top 10 Nigerian universities in Times Higher Education 2027 rankings appeared first ...
Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu has acquired an additional 6 million shares in Seplat Energy Plc through Heirs Energies Limited, taking the combined stake held by entities he controls to 21.07%. The post Tony Elumelu expands Seplat stake to 21.07%, now worth $1.5 billion appear...
Lagos commissioner, Rhodes-Vivour disagree over waste management, flooding Punch Newspapers
The Nigeria Police Force has pledged to protect lives and provide a secure environment for Nigerians to vote during the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-police-pledge-to-protect-lives-ensure-secure-environment-for-voters/...
By Peter Duru The Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Fiidi Council Ward in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State, Igbu Terhemen, has reportedly been killed by unknown assailants. Terhemen was said to have been attacked and left unconscious in a bush near hi...
FCT Senator, Ireti Kingibe, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission to ensure the will of Nigerians prevails in the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/let-nigerians-votes-count-in-2027-kingibe-urges-inec/...
Lagos Gears Up To Host CANEX WKND 2026- Afreximbank News Agency of Nigeria
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has urged Nigerian politicians to unite and focus on finding solutions to the country’s numerous problems. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-alaafin-urges-politicians-to-unite-focus-on-fixing-nigeria/...
As the country celebrates its 66th Independence, the Labour Party, LP, has told Nigerians that there will be joy in the ‘morning’ as citizens face insecurity and untold hardship. The party said although there are many missed opportunities and unfulfilled expectations over the dec...
The Benin branch of the Nigerian Bar Association has urged the judiciary to extend the speedy trial approach used in a special court to all criminal cases. Read More: https://punchng.com/adopt-faster-approach-to-criminal-cases-nba-urges-judiciary/...
The National Association of Nigerian Students has declared its support for the ongoing reforms in the insurance industry and the sector’s recapitalisation. Read More: https://punchng.com/students-wont-be-used-to-undermine-insurance-sector-reforms-says-nans/...
Lagos govt receives 20 more CNG buses Premium Times Nigeria
Equity trading activity on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) closed in the red on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, with the All-Share Index (ASI) contracting by 701.53 points to close at 251,211.67 points, compared to 251,913.20 points registered on Tuesday, September 29. The pos...
President Bola Tinubu will address Nigerians at 7am on Thursday, October 1, as the country marks its 66th Independence anniversary. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. Ona...
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu will address Nigerians on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 7 a.m. to mark the country’s 66th Independence anniversary. The address is expected to be broadcast live on television, radio and other electronic media platforms. A state...
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the Appropriation (Amendment) (No. 4) Bill, 2025, extending the implementation period of the 2025 budget from September 30, 2026, to December 31, 2026. The President’s assent followed the passage of the amen...
Afreximbank to host CANEX WKND 2026 in Lagos The Nation Newspaper
The address is to mark Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary The post Independence Anniversary: Tinubu to address Nigerians on Thursday appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc has released its H1 2026 results, reporting a 40.13% increase in profit before tax for the period ended June 30, 2026. The post Stanbic IBTC’s pre-tax profit rises 40%, declares N4.50 interim dividend appeared first on Nairametrics ....
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