Shettima’s cop-out on electricity
VP Shettima urges states to handle electricity, a move seen as a cop-out on the FG’s promise to deliver constant power supply to Nigerians. Read More: https://punchng.com/shettimas-cop-out-on-electricity/
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Lagos gives residents December 31 deadline to get health insurance
The Lagos State Government has given residents until December 31, 2026, to get health insurance, with enforcement of the mandatory policy to begin in 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-gives-residents-december-31-deadline-to-get-health-insurance/...
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NCGC guarantees N64bn loans, reaches 174,495 borrowers
The National Credit Guarantee Company says it has backed N64.13bn in loans to 174,495 borrowers across Nigeria since it began operations last year. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncgc-guarantees-n64bn-loans-reaches-174495-borrowers/...
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FG’s universities, polytechnics ranking plan faces credibility test
The Nigerian Federal Government’s plan for a national tertiary institutions ranking by 2026 faces a credibility test over its methodology and potential for Read More: https://punchng.com/fgs-universities-polytechnics-ranking-plan-faces-credibility-test/...
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Lagos Assembly okays state police, demands clear power-sharing
The Lagos State House of Assembly has backed the proposed establishment of state police but demands a clear power-sharing structure in the constitution. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-assembly-okays-state-police-demands-clear-power-sharing/...
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Private investment key to economic growth – Hamzat
Lagos Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, says private sector investment is crucial for stimulating economic activities and strengthening the financial sector Read More: https://punchng.com/private-investment-key-to-economic-growth-hamzat/...
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Reps seek regulation for electric, CNG vehicles’ importation
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has called for a regulatory framework for importing electric and CNG vehicles to link incentives with local investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seek-regulation-for-electric-cng-vehicles-importation/...
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Portfolio inflows into Nigeria jump 18% to $7.09bn
Portfolio inflows into Nigeria rose by 18% to $7.09bn in Q2 2026, driven by foreign investment in long-term government debt securities, the CBN reports. Read More: https://punchng.com/portfolio-inflows-into-nigeria-jump-18-to-7-09bn/...
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Exchange group’s profit before tax climbs to N20.6bn
The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc has reported a profit before tax of N20.6bn for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, an 83.3% increase. Read More: https://punchng.com/exchange-groups-profit-before-tax-climbs-to-n20-6bn/...
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Association moves to unite Lagos tricycle operators
The Tricycle Owners Association of Nigeria has appointed a caretaker chairman to unite factions among Lagos tricycle operators ahead of an election. Read More: https://punchng.com/association-moves-to-unite-lagos-tricycle-operators/...
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Iheanacho, Osimhen, Arokodare lead Nigerian scorers in Europe
Kelechi Iheanacho, Victor Osimhen, and Tolu Arokodare are among the top Nigerian scorers making a flying start to the season across European leagues. Read More: https://punchng.com/iheanacho-osimhen-arokodare-lead-nigerian-scorers-in-europe/...
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Cost of living: Let’s start the clock
An analysis of the Nigerian government’s 90-day economic action plan to ease the high cost of living, questioning its targets and measurability. Read More: https://punchng.com/cost-of-living-lets-start-the-clock/...
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FG Approves Six-Month ₦70,000 Transport Support For Workers
The Federal Government has approved a ₦70,000 transport intervention for workers across all levels for six months, beginning in November 2026, following a conciliation meeting with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The agreement was reached at a meeting convene...