1 hour ago All FCT Sport Association Appoint Okolo As Chief Coordinator

All Federal Capital Territory Sports Association (AFSA), has appointed Dr.Jim Chimezie Okolo as Chief Coordinator,a decision that marks a turning point in the drive to strengthen sports development in the FCT. The appointment was endorsed by HRM, Eze Sir Ifeanyi Eke, President of AFSA, and Mr. Agbor Clinton Ayuk, Director-General of AFSA, who entrusted him […]

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2 h. ago Lagos Trains Top Senior Officers In Leadership, Conflict Mgt

Lagos State government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a skilled and effective workforce, as 35 senior Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIOs) undergo a two-day leadership and conflict management master class at the VIS headquarters, Ojodu-Berger, Lagos. The capacity-building exercise was designed to boost morale, enhance productivity, and strengthen officers’ competencies in areas such as personal […]

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3 h. ago Ibrahim: Young Innovator Using Technology To Transform Agriculture

Fagbenro Ibrahim is the founder of brahim Farm Academy, an educational and consultancy organisation dedicated to training farmers and young entrepreneurs in modern agricultural techniques and agribusiness. His mission is clear: to foster a new generation of farmers and strengthen food security across Nigeria. The academy provides both online and in-person training, offers expert advisory […]

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3 h. ago Why Canvas Footwear Production Is Nigeria’s Next Big Industry

With a booming population, rising fashion consciousness, and an increasing demand for affordable yet durable footwear, Nigeria is positioned for a multi-billion-naira breakthrough in canvas shoe production. The market potential is vast, and analysts say the country has all it takes to become a major manufacturing hub for canvas footwear across Africa. Yet, despite its […]

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5 h. ago 2027: Kwara traditional rulers canvass for women inclusion in politics

As preparation intensifies for 2027 general elections, traditional rulers in Kwara have called for improvement in women participation and

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6 h. ago Nigeria’s biggest firms record strongest profit growth in five years

After years of foreign exchange volatility that eroded corporate earnings, Nigeria’s more stable naira in recent months appears to be read more Nigeria’s biggest firms record strongest profit growth in five years

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6 h. ago Detty Fusion: Access Bank, Lagos State partner to revolutionise festive season experience

Access Bank PLC has partnered with the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture to unveil the Detty Fusion read more Detty Fusion: Access Bank, Lagos State partner to revolutionise festive season experience

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6 h. ago Nasarawa Rice, “NASACCO GOLD” Will Boost Nigeria’s Food Security Drive – Gov. Sule

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has said “NASACCO GOLD”, the planned branded rice cultivated by the state government, would enhance the federal government’s food security drive. “NASACCO GOLD”, an initiative of the state government in collaboration with Silvex International, a leading rice processing company, is expected to hit the market nationwide at the end of […]

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10 h. ago Cardoso: 27 banks raise capital to meet recapitalisation targets

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso reports that 27 banks are raising funds to meet new bank recapitalisation targets ahead of the March 2026 deadline. Read More: https://punchng.com/cardoso-27-banks-raise-capital-to-meet-recapitalisation-targets/

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12 h. ago 27 banks raise fresh capital in latest recapitalisation drive — CBN

The CBN Governor confirms 27 banks are on track with the bank recapitalisation exercise, raising fresh funds ahead of the March 2026 deadline. Read More: https://punchng.com/27-banks-raise-fresh-capital-in-latest-recapitalisation-drive-cbn/

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13 h. ago Nigeria Attracts $20.98bn In 10 Months As CBN Says FATF Grey List Exit Restores $30bn

Nigeria in the first 10 months of the year recorded a total of $20.98 billion in foreign capital inflow, a 70 per cent rise over total inflows in 2024, Governor of the Central Bank Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, revealed as he said $30 billion in potential investments was being reclaimed following Nigeria’s exit from the […]

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14 h. ago Oyo govt creating more leadership opportunities for women — Makinde

He stated that his government has consistently supported programmes aimed at boosting women’s participation...

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14 h. ago CBN to unveil FX manual to further strengthen market participation, naira

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) said on Friday that it would soon unveil a revised foreign exchange manual aimed read more CBN to unveil FX manual to further strengthen market participation, naira

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17 h. ago FG to unveil digital single travel emergency passport January

Nigeria’s Federal Government will launch the Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP) in 2026, a digital solution for citizens abroad who lose their passpor Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-to-unveil-digital-single-travel-emergency-passport-january/

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17 h. ago Insecurity: Aiyedatiwa okays recruitment of 500 new Amotekun officers

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved the Amotekun recruitment of 500 new personnel to strengthen local security and combat insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-aiyedatiwa-okays-recruitment-of-500-new-amotekun-officers/

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18 h. ago Everyone Rushes In as Zero Knowledge Proof  Opens Its 200M Daily Auction While Shiba Inu Price Climbs & UNI Price Struggles

The recent crypto market trends show that the Shiba Inu price has started moving slowly upward quietly after a long read more Everyone Rushes In as Zero Knowledge Proof  Opens Its 200M Daily Auction While Shiba Inu Price Climbs & UNI Price Struggles

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18 h. ago Continental Re drives insurance sector resilience, competitiveness for growth

Continental Reinsurance Plc (Continental Re) has thrown its weight in strengthening the Nigerian insurance market for resilience and competitiveness towards read more Continental Re drives insurance sector resilience, competitiveness for growth

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21 h. ago Accion MfB opens Kaduna branch to strengthen financial Inclusion

Accion Microfinance Bank has expanded its footprint in Northern Nigeria with the inauguration of its 75th branch in Kaduna State. read more Accion MfB opens Kaduna branch to strengthen financial Inclusion

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28 h. ago Equities Market Rebounds By N111bn On Renewed Investor Optimism

The Nigerian equities market closed on a positive note yesterday, with a gain of N111 billion, following share price appreciation in MTN Nigeria Communications (MTNN) Plc and 32 others. The All-Share Index (ASI) gained 174.66 points, representing a gain of 0.12 per cent to close at 143,239.23 points. Also, market capitalisation rose by N111 billion […]

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30 h. ago Tinubu, Ambode Support Group Intensifies Voter Card Collection, APC e

The Tinubu–Ambode Support Group continued statewide engagement on Thursday, storming the Shomolu-Bariga Federal Constituency of Lagos State for an intensive permanent voter card collection sensitisation and the All Progressives Congress (APC) e-registration campaign to strengthen civic participation and party structure ahead of the 2027 general elections. The exercise forms part of the group’s ongoing efforts […]

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