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Five vehicles crash on Lagos bridge
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Fire ravages shops in Oyo market, hotel in Ibadan
Goods worth millions of naira have been destroyed as a result of fire that ravaged some shops in one of the markets in Oyo town in Oyo State. The incident occurred at Akunlemu Market in Oyo on Tuesday night. It was learnt that many shops were affected during the incident. Goods a...
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State police/constitution amendment: NASS gives 36 state assemblies 30 days to respond
By Henry Umoru The National Assembly has transmitted to the Houses of Assembly of the 36 states for consideration and approval, the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026. With the transmission, the National Assembly has asked state le...
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Subsidy removal: States’ revenues rose, but education, health spending fell — ADC’s Adio tackles governors
The combined revenues accruing to Nigerian state governments have risen from N4.8 trillion in 2022 to N15.5 trillion following the removal of petrol subsidy, but spending on education and healthcare as a proportion of state budgets has declined, African Democratic Congress, ADC, ...
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Emir Sanusi reveals how Boko Haram, other terrorist activities started in Nigeria
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has revealed what aided the persistence of insecurity in the country. Sanusi stated this while elucidating the underlying causes of Boko Haram insurgency, banditry, and other criminal activities throughout the nation, especially in the North...
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I’m responsible for delaying telcos’ entry into financial services – Sanusi
Former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor and Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has admitted that delaying the entry of telecommunications companies into Nigeria’s financial services sector was a mistake. Sanusi said his decision was influenced by concerns over the safety of depos...
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Sterling, AIICO, Fidelity lead volume as NGX gains N315 billion
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) recorded a total turnover of 662.35 million shares on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, as investors maintained strong activity across banking, insurance and financial services stocks. The post Sterling, AIICO, Fidelity lead volume as NGX gains N315 billi...
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CBN injects N3.8 trillion in two days, boosting system liquidity to N4.89 trillion
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) repaid a combined N3.81 trillion into the banking system across September 15 and 16, 2026, boosting banking system liquidity by 131% to N4.891 trillion parked with the apex bank through the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) on September 16 alone. T...
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IGP Disu proposes dedicated police desk for creative economy
By Kingsley Omonobi The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has proposed the establishment of an Orange Economy Security and Intellectual Property Coordination Desk within an appropriate existing structure of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to strengthen the pro...
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Hit-and-run victim injured in Ikorodu as truck rams median in Palmgrove
An elderly man identified as Muhammad Bello sustained severe injuries in a hit-and-run accident in Ikorodu, while an empty gas truck later rammed into a road median at Palmgrove along Ikorodu Road, Lagos State. According to the statement issued by the Lagos State Emergency Manage...
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NLC demands immediate wage awards as petrol prices rise
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government to introduce immediate wage awards for workers as rising petrol prices continue to increase transportation costs and worsen economic hardship. The post NLC demands immediate wage awards as petrol prices rise a...
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GSMA warns rising smartphone costs could deepen Nigeria’s mobile internet gap
The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) has warned that rising smartphone component costs could threaten digital inclusion as internet-enabled devices become less affordable in emerging markets, including Nigeria. The post GSMA warns rising smartphone costs...
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Flamingos rout Niger 5-0 in WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos thrashed Niger 5-0 in their opening fixture at the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup on Wednesday. Captain Harmony Chidi opened the scoring for Nigeria in the 16th minute from a superb shot. Akeem Busari’s side added one more goal before the break through Awawu Bashi...
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Customs seizes 56 containers of prohibited items worth N5.53bn
The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has seized 56 containers of prohibited items worth N5.53 billion in Nigeria. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, made this disclosure on Tuesday at the Port Harcourt II Area Command in Onne, Rivers State. CGC Adeniyi disclosed th...
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Abbey Bank announces new significant shareholders after private placement
According to the bank, the private placement involved 26,562,647,265 ordinary shares of 50 kobo each, issued at ₦2.43 per share. The post Abbey Bank announces new significant shareholders after private placement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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FG Reaffirms Tinubu’s Promise On Reliable Power
The Federal Government has insisted that President Bola Tinubu is tackling power sector challenges head-on and will deliver power to Nigerians as promised. The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, stated this when he inaugurated a three-megawatt captive solar hybrid power project at ...
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No fee hike under King’s College concession — FG
The Federal Government has assured that school fees will not increase under the proposed management arrangement for King’s College, Lagos, with its old boy Read More: https://punchng.com/no-fee-hike-under-kings-college-concession-fg/...
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PenCom targets pension for every working Nigerian, seeks EFInA data to drive inclusion
The National Pension Commission says about nine in 10 Nigerian adults remain outside formal pension arrangements, despite pension participation rising from 7.8 per cent in 2023 to 9.1 per cent in 2026. The post PenCom targets pension for every working Nigerian, seeks EFInA data t...
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King’s College row: FG rules out concession of other unity colleges
The Federal Government has clarified that the proposed management arrangement for King’s College, Lagos, will not be extended to other Federal Unity Colleges across the country. The post King’s College row: FG rules out concession of other unity colleges appeared first on Nairame...
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ASUU faults FG, states over unpaid salaries, 2025 agreement
By James Ogunnaike The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has faulted the Federal and state governments over the continued non-payment of three-and-a-half months’ salaries withheld from university lecturers and the uneven implementation of the December 2025 agreement wi...
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King’s College deal won’t affect other unity colleges — FG
The Federal Government has clarified that the proposed management deal for King’s College, Lagos, is an isolated case and will not be extended to other sch Read More: https://punchng.com/kings-college-deal-wont-affect-other-unity-colleges-fg/...
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How Akwaaba Built Africa’s Premier Travel Market in Nigeria
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Zulum meets COAS over security, restoration of normalcy in Borno
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, met on Tuesday with the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, at the Army Headquarters in Abuja to discuss security and the restoration of normalcy in the state. The meeting was held behind closed doors, and details of the d...
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CAN dismisses rumour of Alia’s plan to demolish Secretariat
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Benue State Chapter, has dismissed reports circulating on social media and other platforms alleging that Governor Hyacinth Alia was planning to demolish the association’s secretariat in the state. The Acting Chair...
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Strike: JUSUN members disrupt activities at Nasarawa High Court
By Edwin Phillip, Lafia Members of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Nasarawa State branch, on Wednesday staged a peaceful protest at the premises of the State High Court headquarters on Shadam Road, Lafia, in compliance with the indefinite strike declared by the unio...
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Customs CG hails BAT Nigeria’s compliance, seeks better industry ties
The Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adeniyi, has praised BAT Nigeria’s compliance and called for deeper collaboration with manufactu Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-cg-hails-bat-nigerias-compliance-seeks-better-industry-ties/...
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90% of Nigerians lack formal pension coverage – Report
A new report reveals that about 90% of Nigerian adults lack formal pension coverage, despite an increase in overall financial inclusion to 79% in 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/90-of-nigerians-lack-formal-pension-coverage-report/...
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Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun appeal for patience as Kara Bridge gridlock worsens
PREMIUM TIMES had reported that traffic was also heavy around Omole, Isheri and Ojodu Berger, with motorists spending hours on the road. The post Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun appeal for patience as Kara Bridge gridlock worsens appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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2027: Wike will ask Nigerians to vote for Tinubu not APC – PDP spokesman, Jungudo
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Publicity Secretary, Haruna Jungudo, on Wednesday, said the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, can only urge Nigerians to vote for President Bola Tinubu and not the All Progressives Congress, APC. Jungudo insis...
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Premier Paints names Emeka Ene Board Chairman after Xenergi takeover
Premier Paints Plc has announced a major board restructuring, appointing Mr. Emeka Ene as Chairman of the Board following the acquisition of a controlling stake in the company by Xenergi Limited. The post Premier Paints names Emeka Ene Board Chairman after Xenergi takeover appear...
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Lagos: Many rescued as multiple vehicles crash on Otedola Bridge
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Alleged cyberbullying: Abia PDP Youth Leader, Adiele regains freedom after four days in FCID custody
The Youth Leader of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Abia State, Ugwumba Adiele, has been released by personnel of the Force Criminal Investigation Department, Abuja, four days after he was arrested in Umuahia and whisked to Abuja. Adiele was arrested last Friday based on an...
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INEC clears air on Amupitan’s whereabouts
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has said its chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, is currently away from Abuja on an official assignment. The commission’s Director of Voter Education and Publicity, Mrs Victoria Eta-Messi, said Amupitan is currently away f...
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Apple TV lands in Nigeria for ₦1,300 a month: Here’s what you get
Table of contents When does Apple TV launch in Nigeria How much will Apple TV cost in Nigeria What you can watch on Apple TV Apple Arcade is part of the bundle too The bundle also includes Apple Music Select How Family Sharing works with this bundle What happens to your current A...
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Sanusi admits blocking telcos from banking was wrong
Former CBN Governor, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has admitted his decision to block telcos from Nigeria’s financial services industry was a mistake that slowed fi Read More: https://punchng.com/sanusi-admits-blocking-telcos-from-banking-was-wrong/...
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Court orders Atiku to serve Tinubu with 2027 eligibility suit through APC
The judge ordered the eligibility suit instituted by Atiku to be served on Tinubu through substituted means. The post Court orders Atiku to serve Tinubu with 2027 eligibility suit through APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Constitution Amendment: National Assembly gives states 30 Days
Two-thirds approval required as Sixth Alteration Bill moves to 36 legislatures By Henry Umoru, Abuja The National Assembly has transmitted the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, to the Houses of Assembly of the 36 states for consi...
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Do not sacrifice professionalism for mediocrity – OGIRS boss charges CITN members
Members of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, CITN, have been charged not to sacrifice professionalism for mediocrity in order to keep upholding the integrity of the tax profession, maintaining public trust and contributing meaningfully to national development throug...
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VIDEO: Traffic restored on Otedola bridge after Wednesday crash — Police
The Lagos State Police Command says traffic has been restored on the Otedola Bridge after a multiple-vehicle crash involving three trucks and a car. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-traffic-restored-on-otedola-bridge-after-wednesday-crash-police/...
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Alleged Certificate Forgery: Court Grants Atiku Permission To Serve Tinubu Through Substituted Means
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has issued an order for President Bola Tinubu to be served, within seven days, with the suit seeking to stop him from contesting the 2027 presidential election over his alleged submission of forged certificates to the Independ...
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Sanusi regrets delaying telcos’ entry into financial services
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has expressed regret over delaying the entry of telecommunications companies (telcos) into Nigeria’s financial services sector while he was governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Sanusi, who spoke on Wednesday at the launch of the 20...
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Flamingos begin WAFU B campaign with 5-0 demolition of Niger
The Flamingos will now seek to build on their emphatic opening victory as they continue their campaign in the regional competition. The post Flamingos begin WAFU B campaign with 5-0 demolition of Niger appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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PalmPay introduces NightGuard for night-time transaction protection
PalmPay has introduced NightGuard, a security feature designed to give users additional protection against unauthorised transfers during late-night hours. Femi Hanson, Head of Marketing, PalmPay Nigeria, said the feature was introduced because customers could be more vulnerable t...
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Curfew imposed after many killed in Mambilla Plateau
Residents reported that tension escalated on Saturday after a fatal altercation between a cattle herder and a farmer in the Mbamga area. The post Curfew imposed after many killed in Mambilla Plateau appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Tinubu mourns veteran actor, Olu Jacobs at 84
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA —PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of veteran Nollywood actor and film executive Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, who passed away at age 84 on Wednesday. After his training at London’s Royal Academy of...
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Shettima commissions 4,000 job-capacity garment factory, revenue service house in Kwara
—Hails AbdulRazaq’s legacy of continuity at governor’s turbaning as Sardauna Of Ilorin By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA– THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, Wednesday, in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, commissioned the state Garment Factory, a signature project of the admi...
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Nasarawa judiciary workers begin indefinite strike over unmet demands
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria in Nasarawa State has declared an indefinite strike over the non-implementation of its demands by the government. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-judiciary-workers-begin-indefinite-strike-over-unmet-demands/...
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Show Nigerians where regional commission funds will go – APM tells Tinubu
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has asked President Bola Tinubu to disclose how funds meant for the Regional Development Commissions will be spent. The APM said Nigerians deserved full details before the money was released. The party made the demand in a statement issued by its...
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National Theatre Unveils ‘Circus in Motion’: Lagos Contemporary Circus Festival
National Theatre Unveils ‘Circus in Motion’: Lagos Contemporary Circus Festival THISDAYLIVE
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Fuel price: NLC demands wage awards, crude for refineries
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government to approve wage awards for workers to cushion the impact of rising petrol prices, which it said had worsened the economic hardship facing Nigerians. The NLC also urged the govern...
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Imo pensioners seek God’s intervention over non-payment of arrears by state govt
The Nigeria Union of Pensioners,NUP, Imo State Chapter, has held a thanksgiving Mass at Maria Assumpta Cathedral, Owerri, thanking God for keeping them alive while they wait for the state government to pay their outstanding gratuities and pensions. The pensioners also used the se...
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Sports Fiesta 5.0 uses sports to deepen youth evangelism in Lagos
Participants, mainly teenagers aged 13 to 19, competed under four houses The post Sports Fiesta 5.0 uses sports to deepen youth evangelism in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Lagos, Ogun deploy traffic officers to tackle Lagos-Ibadan Expressway gridlock
Lagos and Ogun states have deployed more traffic officers to manage severe gridlock on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway after a crash compounded repair works. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-ogun-deploy-traffic-officers-to-tackle-lagos-ibadan-expressway-gridlock/...
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Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Traffic: Lagos begs for patience, deploys more traffic officers
Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Traffic: Lagos begs for patience, deploys more traffic officers The Guardian Nigeria News
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Kara bridge repairs, Otedola crash worsen Lagos-Ibadan gridlock
By Olasunkanmi Akoni Motorists and commuters were stranded for several hours on Wednesday as ongoing repairs on Kara Bridge, at the Lagos-Ogun boundary, combined with a truck accident around the Otedola area to worsen traffic on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and adjoining roads. Th...
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NLC demands emergency palliatives, wage awards as petrol hits ₦1,430/litre
The Nigeria Labour Congress has demanded urgent palliatives and wage awards from the FG as petrol prices rise to ₦1,430 per litre in major cities. Read More: https://punchng.com/nlc-demands-emergency-palliatives-wage-awards-as-petrol-hits-%e2%82%a61430-litre/...
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NHRC seeks peaceful, inclusive polity ahead of 2027 election
The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, Professor Tony Ojukwu, has canvassed for a peaceful, inclusive and rights-respecting polity ahead of 2027 general election Ojukwu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, made the appeal on Wednesday against the ba...
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Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria Air Quality & Pollen
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National Assembly Transmits Constitution (Sixth Alteration) Bill To Houses Of Assembly
The National Assembly has formally advanced the ongoing constitutional review process by transmitting the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, to the 36 state Houses of Assembly for their review and approval. The Clerk to the Nation...
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Australia moves to restrict family visas for international students
Australia is preparing to tighten immigration rules for international students, with the federal government considering restrictions. The post Australia moves to restrict family visas for international students appeared first on Nairametrics ....
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