65 m. ago Heritage Bank liquidation: NDIC recovers additional N24.3bn for depositors

NDIC recovers an additional N24.3bn from the Heritage Bank liquidation, facilitating further dividend payments to depositors with uninsured balances. Read More: https://punchng.com/heritage-bank-liquidation-ndic-recovers-additional-n24-3bn-for-depositors/

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75 m. ago Adeleke rejects 8,452 Osun ghost workers claims, welcomes call for EFCC, ICPC review

The Osun State Government has rejected claims by Sally Tibbot Limited that 8,452 workers on the state payroll were read more Adeleke rejects 8,452 Osun ghost workers claims, welcomes call for EFCC, ICPC review

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3 h. ago Supporting youth development through sport is one of the ways we give back to society – Edun

Daniel Ford International is a UK-based property consultancy, specialising in helping African investors and diaspora professionals find, acquire, and manage read more Supporting youth development through sport is one of the ways we give back to society – Edun

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9 h. ago Levene Energy To Acquire Stake In Axxela Limited With $64M Afreximbank Facility

Levene Energy Development Limited is pushing to acquire a 30 per cent stake in Axxela Limited. The deal is being finalised with USD 64 million financing facility by African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank), to back its equity commitment to Bluecore Gas Infraco Limited, the acquiring entity. Axxela is one of West Africa’s leading gas and power […]

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11 h. ago Firm Asks EFCC To Probe Alleged N13.7bn Osun Payroll Fraud Cover

The management of Sally Tibbot Consulting Limited has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate an alleged annual payroll fraud of N13.7 billion uncovered in Osun State. The firm alleged that the state government deliberately covered up payroll fraud it discovered and continued to pay ghost workers despite its recommendations. Sally […]

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15 h. ago Hospital opens probe as Chimamanda blames facility for son’s death

Author Chimamanda Adichie accuses Euracare Hospital of negligence in her son’s death. The hospital opens an investigation into the tragic incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/hospital-opens-probe-as-chimamanda-blames-facility-for-sons-death/

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16 h. ago Tech billionaire Prateek Suri describes Africa’s gold as next global asset

Billionaire Prateek Suri calls Africa’s gold, its critical minerals, the next global asset, driven by AI, green energy, and rising copper prices. Read More: https://punchng.com/tech-billionaire-prateek-suri-describes-africas-gold-as-next-global-asset/

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22 h. ago IPMAN rejects fuel imports as Dangote Refinery denies supply disruption claims

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has voiced strong opposition to the continued importation of Premium Motor Spirit read more IPMAN rejects fuel imports as Dangote Refinery denies supply disruption claims

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24 h. ago Natasha resumes electric tricycle rollout for 100 Kogi youths

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan resumes the rollout of electric tricycles in Kogi, empowering 100 youths with sustainable livelihoods and clean energy. Read More: https://punchng.com/natasha-resumes-electric-tricycle-rollout-for-100-kogi-youths/

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32 h. ago Itemusgbor Foresees Significant Growth For Nigerian Basketball With NNPC Deal

Chief Mike Itemuagbor, Chairman and CEO of Pamodzi, has expressed considerable excitement regarding the proposed deal between the Nigeria Basketball Federation and NNPC Limited. Itemuagbor, a prominent figure in Nigerian and international sports marketing, believes this package is crucial for the advancement of Nigerian basketball, particularly at the domestic level. Speaking mid-week about the prospective […]

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48 h. ago FG moves to cut education costs, introduces reusable textbook policy

limits graduation ceremonies to primary 6, JSS3, SSS3 The Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive policy framework aimed at reducing read more FG moves to cut education costs, introduces reusable textbook policy

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51 h. ago Federal Government Limits School Graduation Ceremonies To Primary 6, JSS3, SSS3 Only

The Federal Government has restricted graduation ceremonies in schools across the country to only pupils and students completing Primary 6, Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) and Senior Secondary School 3 (SSS3). The government said this was aimed at curbing excessive celebrations and reducing the financial burden on parents. The decision was announced by the Minister […]

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51 h. ago CardinalStone becomes first stockbroking firm to cross N2trn transaction mark 

…tops NGX trades in 2025 CardinalStone Securities recorded over N2 trillion in transaction value on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) read more CardinalStone becomes first stockbroking firm to cross N2trn transaction mark 

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52 h. ago BlueCore acquires Axxela, signals confidence in Nigeria’s gas infrastructure

A major Nigerian gas infrastructure firm has shifted to local institutional ownership in a deal strengthening investor confidence. read more BlueCore acquires Axxela, signals confidence in Nigeria’s gas infrastructure

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55 h. ago ‘Decentralised Solar Solution Central To Africa’s 55% Energy Access Target’

Decentralised solar has been identified as critical to deliver uninterrupted electricity supply to rural communities in Africa where millions live without power supply. Report indicates that globally more than 666 million people still lack access to electricity and Africa accounts for more than 80 per cent of that total, with most affected populations living in […]

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58 h. ago Amnesty Programme Sends 34 Postgraduate Scholarship Beneficiaries To UK

Presidential Amnesty Programme  (PAP) has sent another 34 postgraduate scholarship beneficiaries to universities in the United Kingdom (UK) for the 2025-2026 academic year. The scholars’ programmes include data science, fintech analytics, cyber security, international energy law and policy, construction project management, public health, agri-food technology, and electrical and petroleum engineering, among others. In December 2025, […]

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63 h. ago Federal Government Secures Release Of Nigerian Pastor Jailed In Benin Republic

The Federal Government has secured the release of a Nigerian pastor, Benjamin Egbaji, who was jailed in the Republic of Benin for over two years under what officials described as “dehumanising conditions.” The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, facilitated the release following sustained diplomatic efforts and engagement with Beninois authorities. In […]

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64 h. ago Hostel hustle: UNILAG students trapped between scarce beds and costly rents

UNILAG students grapple with a severe accommodation crisis. Limited on-campus housing and exorbitant off-campus rents leave many financially strained. Read More: https://punchng.com/hostel-hustle-unilag-students-trapped-between-scarce-beds-and-costly-rents/

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3 d. ago Naval chief pledges to combat maritime crimes, secure Nigeria’s waters

The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has pledged to combat maritime crimes to ensure the safety and security of the country’s maritime environment. He disclosed this on Thursday during an operational visit to inspect facilities at the Nigerian Navy Reference Hospital and other projects in Calabar, the capital of Cross River State, Read More: https://punchng.com/naval-chief-pledges-to-combat-maritime-crimes-secure-nigerias-waters/

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3 d. ago IEI strengthens recapitalisation plans with N2bn equity conversion

International Energy Insurance (IEI) Plc has strengthened its recapitalisation plan with approval of shareholders to convert N2 billion deposit by Norrenberger read more IEI strengthens recapitalisation plans with N2bn equity conversion

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