2 h. ago AFCON 2025: Five African Player of the Year winners set for semi

Discover the 5 African Player of the Year winners lighting up the AFCON 2025 semifinals, including Osimhen, Salah, and Mané. Who will lead their team to gl Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-five-african-player-of-the-year-winners-set-for-semi-finals/

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2 h. ago Nigeria needs active citizens, not passive graduates — Lagos deputy gov

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat urges Nigerian graduates at Fountain University to be active citizens and solution architects for the nation’s future. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-needs-active-citizens-not-passive-graduates-lagos-deputy-gov/

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3 h. ago Osun to vaccinate over two million children, teenagers against measles, rubella

Lagos Deputy Gov. Obafemi Hamzat urges graduating students at Fountain University to become active graduates and architects of solutions for Nigeria’s futu Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-to-vaccinate-over-two-million-children-teenagers-against-measles-rubella/

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5 h. ago Multipolitan Index 2026: Lagos consolidates on Africa’s Startup hub status

Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial centre, is solidifying its position as Africa’s top startup hub, according to the Multipolitan Index 2026. The read more Multipolitan Index 2026: Lagos consolidates on Africa’s Startup hub status

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6 h. ago ADC faction woos Jonathan, Saraki, Makinde in fresh expansion drive

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) launches a major expansion drive, inviting prominent figures like Goodluck Jonathan and Bukola Saraki to join the par Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-faction-woos-jonathan-saraki-makinde-in-fresh-expansion-drive/

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6 h. ago FG unveils Lagos gold refinery, pushes $600m lithium plant launch

Nigeria’s government announces the launch of a new high-purity Lagos gold refinery and a $600m lithium plant, boosting its value-addition mining policy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-lagos-gold-refinery-pushes-600m-lithium-plant-launch/

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6 h. ago Terrorism financing: Court returns Bauchi commissioner’s case to CJ

A court has returned the terrorism financing case of Bauchi’s finance commissioner to the Chief Judge for reassignment after the prosecution failed to appe Read More: https://punchng.com/terrorism-financing-court-returns-bauchi-commissioners-case-to-cj/

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6 h. ago Ogun begins air quality check in community over lead pollution

Ogun State begins air quality monitoring in Ogijo due to lead pollution from battery recycling, aiming to protect public health through strict monitoring. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-begins-air-quality-check-in-community-over-lead-pollution/

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7 h. ago DEAP Capital signs MoU with Banklink Africa to commence minerals, metals financing  

DEAP Capital Management & Trust Plc (DEAP Capital) has formally executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which would enable the read more DEAP Capital signs MoU with Banklink Africa to commence minerals, metals financing  

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8 h. ago Terror financing trial of Bauchi finance commissioner stalls as court returns file to chief judge 

Proceedings in the alleged $9.7 million terrorism financing case involving the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, were stalled read more Terror financing trial of Bauchi finance commissioner stalls as court returns file to chief judge 

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9 h. ago Cool Microfinance Bank Opens Headquarters in Lagos, Begins Operations

Cool Microfinance Bank Limited has officially opened its headquarters in Lagos, marking the start of its banking services in Nigeria. read more Cool Microfinance Bank Opens Headquarters in Lagos, Begins Operations

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10 h. ago Balance of payments surplus, remittances highlight CBN reforms’ impact

The ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s financial sector have contributed to a notable Balance of Payments (BOP) surplus, sustained growth in read more Balance of payments surplus, remittances highlight CBN reforms’ impact

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10 h. ago FG, WHO select 13 Nasarawa health workers as fellows to drive reforms

The FG & WHO have selected 13 Nasarawa health workers as fellows to drive health sector reforms and improve service delivery at the grassroots level. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-who-select-13-nasarawa-health-workers-as-fellows-to-drive-reforms/

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13 h. ago Gov Otu’s chief of staff, NIPR partners to drive ethical communication in Cross River

The newly elected executive of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Cross River State Chapter, on Monday, paid a read more Gov Otu’s chief of staff, NIPR partners to drive ethical communication in Cross River

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18 h. ago Oyebamiji’s petition: Adeleke, Osun police clash over aide’s detention

Osun Gov. Adeleke accuses the state police of illegal aide detention, citing political motives. The governor calls for IGP intervention over the matter. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebamijis-petition-adeleke-osun-police-clash-over-aides-detention/

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19 h. ago Islamic scholars dismiss terrorism financing claims against Bauchi govt

Islamic scholars in Bauchi State refute terrorism financing claims, describing the allegations as false and politically motivated to undermine peace. Read More: https://punchng.com/islamic-scholars-dismiss-terrorism-financing-claims-against-bauchi-govt/

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22 h. ago Banks, fintechs harmony to drive financial inclusion – FairMoney MD

FairMoney MD explains how structural harmony between banks and fintechs can deepen financial inclusion in Nigeria and help drive a $1tn economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/banks-fintechs-harmony-to-drive-financial-inclusion-fairmoney-md/

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24 h. ago Niger revokes licences of operators refusing to transport oil to Mali

Niger has revoked the transport licenses of some 30 operators and drivers for refusing to carry fuel to neighboring Mali amidst a jihadist blockade. Read More: https://punchng.com/niger-revokes-licences-of-operators-refusing-to-transport-oil-to-mali/

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29 h. ago Golden Globes 2026: ‘Hamnet’, ‘One Battle After Another’ lead film wins, as ‘Adolescence’ dominates TV categories

The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards saw historical biopic Hamnet emerge as a top winner in the drama category. At read more Golden Globes 2026: ‘Hamnet’, ‘One Battle After Another’ lead film wins, as ‘Adolescence’ dominates TV categories

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30 h. ago Jigawa begins maternity kit distribution, targets zero maternal deaths

Jigawa State begins maternity kit distribution to pregnant women across 27 LGAs, aiming to achieve zero maternal mortality and support infant health. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-begins-maternity-kit-distribution-targets-zero-maternal-deaths/

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