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The Akwa Ibom State Government has applauded President Bola Tinubu for the Federal Government’s Renewed Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) debit card policy, which has so far given hope to hundreds of poor households across the 31 local government areas of the state. Speaking at the debit card distribution flag-off in Etinan Local Government Area, where
ONITSHA – A leading technovation centre in Anambra State, tActiv8 Hub has trained no fewer than 3,000 young people in digital and entrepreneurial skill sets, as part of its efforts...
INEC has extended the continuous voter registration and launched online self-service registration portal. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in Taraba State and unveiled a new self-service online registration platform for first-time voters. INEC announced that the CVR exercise, initially
In a move to boost agricultural productivity, industrialisation and rural economic development, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Jigawa State Government, the Nigerian Commodity Exchange (NCX), and Astound Power Limited to deliver seven megawatts (MW) of electricity to seven agro-industrial clusters across Nigeria. The post REA, Jigawa, NCX seal deal to power 7 agro-industrial hubs with 7MW of electricity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria .
Iyobosa Uwugiaren writes that in encouraging Nigerians, especially women and young people, to engage in small businesses such as frying akara or roasting corn, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, touched
inDrive appoints media personality KieKie as Chief Wahala Officer to highlight Lagos transportation challenges and engage commuters in the #inDriveCWO camp Read More: https://punchng.com/indrive-appoints-kiekie-as-chief-wahala-officer/
July 5 (THEWILL) — Transcorp Hotels Plc has graduated the 16th cohort of its Business Empowerment Programme for Women (BEPW), reinforcing the company’s commitment to women’s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship and sustainable community development. The initiative, one of the company’s flagship corporate sustainability programmes, equips young women with vocational, entrepreneurial and financial management skills designed to
Kaduna State Government has broken a 40-year infrastructure record at Ahmadu Bello University with the ongoing reconstruction of 60 kilometres of internal roads, the Uba Sani Back2Back Movement has said. Addressing journalists in Zaria on Saturday, the Acting Director of Strategic Communications for USB2B, Hadiza Mohammed, hailed the project as... The post Breaking: Group Says Uba Sani’s 60km ABU Road Project Biggest in 40 Years appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
By Stella Odueme The Christian Social Movement of Nigeria (CSMN) has issued a strong rebuttal to the recent statement by the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), accusing the Islamic body of misrepresenting comments made by prominent Christian leader, Ayo Oritsejafor, and attempting to shift attention from the country’s... The post CSMN replies NSCIA, defends Oritsejafor, accuses Islamic body of distorting remarks on insecurity appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on Friday, where he was received by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, ahead of the flag-off of major road rehabilitation projects in the state. On arrival, the Vice President proceeded on a condolence visit to Prof. Shehu Liberty (the Dean The post Shettima visits Maiduguri, set to inaugurate major road projects appeared first on National Accord Newspaper .
By Lenah Bosibori For almost all her entire life, Arafa Salim Said, a sickle cell warrior and founder of the Sickle Cell Disease Patients Community of Tanzania, has lived with a condition many around her did not understand. “I was diagnosed with sickle cell disease at eight months after birth. While growing
A public affairs analyst and columnist, Mr Austin Isikhuemen, says over 26.5 million Nigerians face severe food insecurity, while thousands of kidnappings are officially...
A socio-cultural organisation, the Association of Ebonyi Indigenes Socio-Cultural in the Diaspora (AEISCID), has cautioned against what it described as attempts to politicise the annual Okeaku (New Yam) Festival of the Ezza Ezekuna people, urging individuals and groups to respect established cultural traditions. In a statement signed on Saturday by... The post Ebonyi group warns against politicising Ezza new yam festival, urges respect for traditional protocols appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
Troops of the Nigerian Army operating under the 82 Division and Joint Task Force South-East, Operation UDO KA, OPUK, have raided a suspected criminal hideout in Imo State, recovering a pump-action gun, military-style clothing and other items. Security expert, Zagazola Makama, made this disclosure in a post on X. Zagazola stated that the operation followed
More than a decade after the police launched an intelligence initiative to crack down on kidnapping, the crisis has evolved into one of Nigeria's most persistent security challenges, raising questions about the sustainability of the initiative and how government digital solutions can falter in Nigeria. The post ANALYSIS: What Nigeria’s intelligence-led policing experiment reveals about building DPI appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
LAGOS – A private driver accused of involvement in a child trafficking operation has allegedly confessed to earning millions of naira from multiple transactions involving missing children. The suspect, identified...
* Says we must not allow them make us afraid of each other From left: Chairman, State House Press Corps, Emmanuel Anule; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume; Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal; President Bola Ahmed Tinubu; Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga; Chief of... The post Tinubu to media: Don’t be megaphones for terrorists appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
PORT HARCOURT – Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has commended the Nigerian Army for its sustained efforts in combating pipeline vandalism, illegal oil bunkering and other security threats, saying...
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has alleged that internal collaborators within The post PFIPC scandal: Internal collaborators enabled Adeyemi— Tinubu’s aide appeared first on Tribune Online .
By Dr Folasade Femi-Lawal, country manager, West Africa, Mastercard Across Africa, micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are proving remarkably read more The Nigerian SME Growth Playbook: How Digital Tools Are Turning Ambition into Reality
By Myke Uzendu, Abuja The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has called for the immediate removal of the Chief of Staff to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Mr. Femi Gbajabiamila, over allegations linking him to an alleged corruption scandal involving a purported non-existent government agency and the alleged sale of public appointments.... The post PFIPC: NDC demands Gbajabiamila’s removal over alleged fake agency, appointment scandal appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
By Stella Odueme The 90th birthday lecture in honour of renowned agricultural engineer, , has spotlighted his enduring legacy while drawing attention to the critical role of innovation, mechanisation and agro-industrialisation in transforming Nigeria’s agricultural sector. The lecture, organised at , Osun State, was themed “Honouring the Nigerian Forerunner of... The post Prof. Makanjuola’s 90th lecture highlights legacy, future of agricultural transformation appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
By Myke Uzendu, Abuja Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for an independent forensic investigation into the alleged activities of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), describing the controversy as another example of unresolved corruption allegations under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement issued on Thursday... The post PFIPC: Presidency has questions to answer – Atiku, demands independent probe appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has expressed outrage and condemned the abduction of Government Day Secondary School students in the Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. A statement by NSCIA’s spokesperson, Abbas Jimoh, described the attack as reprehensible, noting it is yet another reminder that terrorism remains a grave existential
President Bola Tinubu has directed that a nationwide programme to train 5,000 young Nigerians as meter installers and technicians begin within 30 days. The post Tinubu orders launch of 5,000 youth metering jobs programme within 30 days appeared first on The Sun Nigeria .
Kano State Government has commenced the distribution of 90,000 bags of subsidised fertilisers to farmers across the 44 local government areas and 848 political wards of the state for the 2026 wet farming season. The post Kano distributes 90,000 bags of fertiliser appeared first on The Sun Nigeria .
Eromosele Abiodun The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has said that effective maritime governance has become indispensable to Africa’s economic transformation, particularly under the African Continental Free
A court of appeal in Norway has acquitted Daniel Daga, former Flying Eagles star, of sexual assault charges. Molde FK, Daga’s club, announced the Frostating court of appeal’s verdict in a statement on Thursday. In March, Daga was sentenced to a six-month jail term for an alleged sexual assault on an unnamed woman. The incident
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has reaffirmed its position at the forefront of Nigeria’s drive to develop indigenous engineering capacity, rewarding exceptional innovation and investing in a new generation of young Nigerians whose ideas are poised to shape the country’s industrial future. At the Grand Finale of the maiden Nigerian Engineering Olympiad,
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations and the Federal Road Safety Corps have agreed to strengthen their collaboration through staff training, professional development and knowledge exchange to improve public service delivery. The agreement was reached during a courtesy visit by the President and Chairman of Council of the NIPR, Dr Ike Neliaku, to the Corps
By Jane Okeke The Federal Government has completed 23 solar-powered mini-grid projects that are now delivering electricity to about 50,000 Nigerians, in a major push to expand energy access to underserved communities and stimulate rural economic growth. The projects, unveiled on Thursday in Abuja during the official launch of the... The post FG, UNDP Light Up Rural Nigeria as 23 Solar Mini-Grids Deliver Electricity to 50,000 People appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
On-air personality and social media influencer Toke Makinwa has advised Nigerian women to prioritise emotional maturity when choosing a life partner. Toke Makinwa, who gave this advice in a post shared on her Instagram Story, urged women to seek partners who check on them after disagreements rather than withdraw and leave them to deal with... The post Choose Emotionally Mature Partners, Toke Makinwa Urges Women appeared first on New Telegraph .
0 The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, has called for stronger collaboration between the Federal Government, state governments, the private sector and development partners to accelerate the implementation of Nigeria’s National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy, describing sub-national participation as critical to unlocking the sector’s vast economic potential. Speaking on
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has flagged off the distribution of 90,000 bags of subsidised fertiliser to farmers across Kano State as part of efforts to boost agricultural production and enhance food security. The fertiliser, conveyed in 150 trucks, will be distributed across the state’s 44 local government areas. Speaking at the official launch of the
The minister of marine and blue economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola has called for stronger collaboration between the federal government, state governments, the private sector and development partners to accelerate the implementation of Nigeria’s National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy. Speaking on Thursday at the Second Quarter 2026 Citizens’ and Stakeholders’ Engagement of the Federal
First Lady of Nigeria’s Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday handed over 140,000 copies of seven storybooks on girl‐child development to the Federal Ministry of Education, saying the gesture is part of her ongoing efforts to strengthen young girls’ ability to shape futures that match their dreams. The post First Lady donates 140,000 storybooks to boost girl‐child devt. in schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria .
The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a historic step in its commitment to the nation’s technology and creative economy, appointing Kuramo Capital Management as...
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday assured Nigerians that his administration would not slow down in its drive to develop the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, and Nigeria at large. Tinubu urged Nigerians to join hands with him in developing the country until every city feels the impact of his administration. He spoke during the commissioning of the Old
For Catalyst Fund, investing in climate technology has evolved from being impact-focused as the sector proves it can deliver both commercial returns and measurable impact.
Leonie Baneke is taking on a new leadership role in the European energy technology investment space after joining SET Ventures as Associate Partner, bringing with her years of experience spanning venture investing, corporate innovation and the scaling of fast-growing energy businesses. SET Ventures Strengthens Leadership Team with New Associate Partner SET Ventures, a venture capital
His comments offer the clearest indication yet that Africa's multilateral trade finance bank is moving beyond financing mining projects to backing an integrated battery value chain.
A fresh political storm has erupted as a former vice president launched a scathing attack over a controversial government agency saga, raising questions that could deepen the crisis.
Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board announces N7.5 million initial deposit for 2027 Hajj registration, with only 87 days left to register. Secure your spot Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-opens-2027-hajj-registration-fixes-n7-5m-initial-deposit/
Every major Bitcoin correction brings with it a familiar wave of optimism. As prices tumble, social media fills with confident declarations that the market has reached its lowest point. Influencers post bullish charts, traders announce aggressive buying strategies, and long-term holders encourage others to buy the dip. Today is no different. Across timelines on X,
The European cryptocurrency market is entering a new era of regulation as the transitional deadline under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework takes effect. One of the most significant developments accompanying this milestone is Binance’s decision to suspend access to certain services for users in the European Union, while the emerging cryptocurrency exchange Backpack has
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again demonstrated the growing intersection between politics, branding, and digital finance. Recent financial disclosures indicate that Trump has generated an estimated $1.1 billion in crypto-related wealth through a combination of the TRUMP memecoin, non-fungible token (NFT) collections, and sales connected to World Liberty Financial (WLFI). The filings also reveal
She joking stated that he should not wish for another car as he prepared to blow out the candles on his birthday cake.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) headed by Senator David Mark, dismissing a suit challenging the appointments of Mark and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as the party’s national chairman and national secretary. Delivering judgment on Thursday, Justice Musa Liman struck out the suit filed by House ... The post BREAKING: Court Affirms Mark-Led ADC Leadership, Dismisses Abejide’s Suit appeared first on Politics Nigeria .
The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has said the traditional National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) khaki uniform will be replaced with Adire fabric... The post NYSC Khaki To Be Replaced With Adire – Minister appeared first on Naija News .
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has obtained a court warrant to detain former Minister of Science and Technology, Uche... The post ICPC Obtains Warrant To Detain Nnaji Over Alleged Certificate Forgery appeared first on Naija News .
Scores of terrorists have reportedly been killed in air strikes carried out by the air component of Operation Fansan Yamma in Mariga Local Government... The post Scores Of Terrorists Killed In Niger Air Strikes appeared first on Naija News .
Nigeria has emerged as one of Africa’s leading digital economies. The Information and Communication sector contributed about 17–18 per cent read more Nigeria creates digital value but captures so little of it
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command says it has secured the conviction of Jonathan Marcus for the murder of an 80-year-old man, Adebola Ezekiel, and his wife, Abiodun Ezekiel, at their residence in Apo Legislative Quarters, Abuja. The Command disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday by its... The post Abuja Murder: FCT High Court Sentences Ex-Driver to Death for Killing Elderly Couple appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
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OSOGBO— PRESIDENT of the Ife Development Board, IDB, Mr Gbenga Adefaye, has announced the establishment of the first community website for Ife indigenes and tourists. Adefaye, who is also the Provost of the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, NIJ, said the creation of the digital resource fulfils one of the priorities of his administration of the
One of Nigeria’s promising sprinters, Godson Oghenebrume, has been handed a 27-month prison sentence by a United States federal court after he was convicted of illegal possession of a firearm while
0 Innocent Oweh President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, flagged-off Section I of the Akwanga–Kaduna–Jos segment of the 700-kilometre Akwanga–Bauchi–Gombe–Biu–Maiduguri Superhighway, describing it as another milestone under the Renewed Hope Agenda. The President, who was represented at the ceremony by the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, said the project represents
The newly appointed CEO of TBWA/Concept Unit, a Lagos-based creative agency within the TBWA Worldwide network, Mr. George Isitua-Onukwu, has promised to expand the operations of the creative industry by diversifying into the technology,
President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated the construction of 700-kilometres fourth legacy project covering Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe–Yobe–Maiduguri superhighway. Mr Tinubu, represented by the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, disclosed this at the launch ceremony of the project on Wednesday in Nasarawa. The President described the project as a major component of his
The Federal Government has flagged off the 1 Million Improved Hybrid Cocoa Seedlings Roll-Out Programme to revamp Nigeria’s cocoa production. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, disclosed this on Wednesday in Ibadan at the official flag-off ceremony. Kyari noted that the initiative is a flagship under the National Cocoa Development Plan... The post FG Flags Off 1m Cocoa Seedlings Programme appeared first on New Telegraph .
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has raised concerns over the low representation of women in leadership and decision-making positions across Nigeria’s information and communications technology (ICT) sector, warning that the gender gap in digital governance could undermine efforts to achieve inclusive digital development. In a statement issued to DAILY POST by its
Emirates has become the first airline cargo carrier to deploy the Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger-to-freighter converted aircraft. The aircraft (A6-EBK) will enter commercial service with a flight from Hong Kong to Dubai carrying over 100 tonnes of cargo, a statement from the airline operator stated. The converted Emirates Boeing 777-300ERSF offers 100 tonnes of payload capacity
By Jane OkekeWomen leaders, policymakers and development partners have called for increased investment in women’s leadership, political participation and economic empowerment, saying Africa cannot achieve sustainable development while excluding half of its leadership potential.The call was made on Tuesday at a Women Leaders Networking Meeting in Abuja themed, “Women Leading... The post Women’s leadership critical to Africa’s development, UNDP, ministers declare appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has called for greater use of international platforms such as the Miss World pageant to promote Nigeria’s tourism potential and rich cultural heritage. Speaking on Tuesday while hosting Tamunosoye Karibi-George and her team ahead of the upcoming Miss World competition in Vietnam, Keyamo said aviation and tourism remain
By Muyideen Aliyu The Kwara State Government has removed vulnerable persons with mental health conditions from major streets and public places across the Ilorin...
Africa is becoming a market where AI infrastructure, computing power, local talent, and homegrown companies will determine future competitiveness.
The Defence Headquarters has launched a toll-free line (193) for intelligence, announcing troops killed 662 terrorists and criminals in Q2 2026. Support na Read More: https://punchng.com/dhq-unveils-toll-free-line-says-troops-killed-662-terrorists-in-q2-2026/
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By Chuks Oyema-Aziken The Armed Forces of Nigeria have recorded major successes in the fight against crude oil theft and economic sabotage, recovering more than 464,268 litres of stolen petroleum products and dismantling 12 illegal refining sites during the second quarter of 2026. The achievements were announced by the Defence... The post Troops recover 464,268 litres of stolen petroleum products, dismantle 12 illegal refineries appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
A video making the rounds on social media captured the moment a Nigerian lady supported he mother at her businessplace. Netizens reacted massively.
Umar, who spoke during a meeting with the board's zonal officers, said the measure was in line with its resolve to prepare for a hitch-free Hajj exercise. The post Jigawa approves N7.5m initial deposit for 2027 Hajj exercise appeared first on Vanguard News .
...says 9,323 civilians killed in six years — By Muhammad Tanko Shittu The Observatory for Religious Freedom in Africa, ORFA, has released a report claiming that 79,323 people were killed in Nigeria between 2020 and 2025, with armed Fulani groups accounting for the highest number of civilian deaths during the period. The report, issued on
First aid is the immediate care given to a person who is injured or suddenly becomes ill before professional medical help arrives. The post Why learning basic first aid is important appeared first on Tribune Online .
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Butchers in Kaduna have expressed excitement as governor Uba Sani transformed meat preservation and marketing, by installing modern equipment and cold-chain facilities in abattoirs, in the three senatorial districts. The post Kaduna Butchers excited over modernized abattoirs, cold rooms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria .
By Stella Odueme The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has commenced the second phase of its national capacity-building programme for Quality Assurance Assessors, aimed at improving livestock standards, strengthening food safety, and enhancing the competitiveness of Nigeria’s livestock value chains in local and international markets. The two-day training, taking place... The post FG trains N’West assessors to strengthen livestock quality appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS .
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Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo Source: World Food Programme Please refer to the attached file.
Kunle Adewale Not satisfied with the outcome of the first encounter with music star, Habeeb ‘Potable’ Badmus, Charles Okocha has activated the rematch clause for a second bout with the
Country: Cameroon Source: Famine Early Warning System Network Please refer to the attached file. Key Messages Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected through September in Logone-et-Chari, Mayo-Sava, and Mayo-Tsanaga, driven by conflict and flooding . Households in Crisis will rise and peak during the June-August lean season, with some in Emergency (IPC Phase 4) as rising food price, low purchasing power, and eroded coping capacity widen food consumption gaps and drive rising malnutrition levels. From October to January, area-level outcomes are anticipated to improve to Stressed (IPC Phase 2) with the availability of own harvests. However, many displaced households — expected to lack access to harvests — will likely remain in Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse through January 2027. Current Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are projected to ease to Stressed (IPC Phase 2) from July to October in parts of the Northwest and Southwest as harvests temporarily improve food access. From November to January 2027, Crisis (IPC Phase 3) is likely to re-emerge at the area level due to below-average harvests, early stock depletion and high food prices amid conflict. More insecure and remote divisions with severe livelihood disruptions — specifically Ndian, Lebialem, Menchum, Momo, and Bui — are expected to remain in Crisis (IPC Phase 3) throughout the scenario period. Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes will persist through January 2027 in Mberé (Adamawa), Kadey (East), and Lom et Djerem (East), where Central African Republic (CAR) refugees drive localized food inflation and job competition, restricting food and income access for refugees and poor hosts. Similar outcomes will persist in Yaoundé and Douala , as poor urban displaced households face constrained food access due to reduced livelihoods, limited income, and high food prices. FEWS NET estimated 1.5-1.99 million people to be in need of food assistance in 2026. Needs peaked between May and June, coinciding with the height of the southern lean season and the onset of the northern lean season. While needs in the south are expected to ease with the main harvest, northern requirements will intensify through the June-August lean season amid the escalating Islamist insurgency and flooding risks that threaten food access and humanitarian operations. The analysis in this report is based on information available as of June 22, 2026.