1 hour ago Women’s leadership key to reversing Nigeria’s maternal mortality crisis – Presidency

"Government cannot do everything alone. This is about the public sector, the private sector and civil society....

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2 h. ago CITAD flags gender, environmental gaps in Nigeria’s 2023 digital economy plan

“If left unchanged, this approach risks widening Nigeria’s digital gender divide and excluding millions of women....

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2 h. ago My father wasn’t ignorant of insults, accusations that trailed his administration —Halima Buhari

•My book to correct misinformation about Buhari years —Lai Mohammed•As book reviewer faults ex-Information minister’s account on EndSARS protest •No intention to join APC —Makinde HALIMA Buhari, daughter of the immediate past president, Muhammadu Buhari, on Wednesday, gave a startling revelation of the private moments of her late father after his exit from office. Venue […]

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3 h. ago Eno Increases Security Votes, Constituency Projects’ Funds For Councillors

Governor Umo Eno has applauded the peaceful and seamless working relationship between councillors and their respective council chairmen in the state’s 31 local government areas. At a two-day capacity-building workshop for councillors under the theme; “Enhancing Legislative Effectiveness for Grassroots Development” held at the Ibom-LED Centre, Uyo, the governor described the relationship as disciplined and […]

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3 h. ago UK Foundation Supports 194,054 Pupils To Improve Learning Outcomes In Jigawa

The Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE), a UK-funded project, has supported 194,054 pupils to improve learning skills and foundational learning outcomes in Jigawa State. The project, which commenced three years ago, has so far recorded significant achievements in enhancing teaching and learning outcomes above the state average. Speaking at a stakeholder meeting […]

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3 h. ago I’m no longer interested in $700m CVFF disbursement —NISA president

The president of the Nigerian Shipowners Association (NISA), Sola Adewunmi, has said that due to lack of jobs, he has lost interest in the application for disbursement of the $700m Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). Speaking with the Nigerian Tribune, Adewunmi explained that until he has a job, he is not interested in the CVFF […]

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4 h. ago Small, Medium Enterprises Agency Targets Microfinance Bank Launch, Cheaper Funding

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has disclosed plans to establish a dedicated Microfinance Bank in 2026 as part of a broader strategy to expand access to affordable finance for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. The SMEDAN director-general, Charles Odii, disclosed this during a media briefing in […]

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4 h. ago WEF Empowers 120 Women with Grants, Equipment at Lagos Launch

The Women Empowerment Fund (WEF), a women-focused economic empowerment initiative founded by Ms. Chantelle Abdul, Group Managing Director of MOJEC read more WEF Empowers 120 Women with Grants, Equipment at Lagos Launch

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6 h. ago Overview of Nigeria’s ₦20 billion shareholders’ fund requirement for PFAs

The National Pension Commission (PenCom), through its circular dated 26th September 2025, introduced revised minimum capital requirements for Pension Fund read more Overview of Nigeria’s ₦20 billion shareholders’ fund requirement for PFAs

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11 h. ago W’Africa’s informal economy driving human trafficking – GIABA

West Africa’s informal, cash-based economy drives a $450bn human trafficking market, making it difficult to trace illicit funds and combat the crime. Read More: https://punchng.com/wafricas-informal-economy-driving-human-trafficking-giaba/

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15 h. ago NEPC assures WEIDE fund beneficiaries of Q1 2026 grant disbursement

The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has assured beneficiaries of the $50 million Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) read more NEPC assures WEIDE fund beneficiaries of Q1 2026 grant disbursement

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15 h. ago Saidu Mohammed, the oil executive named NMDPRA chief amid sector turmoil

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Saidu Mohammed as the new chief executive of Nigeria’s Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, read more Saidu Mohammed, the oil executive named NMDPRA chief amid sector turmoil

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15 h. ago Rivers funds intact, rose to N600bn during emergency rule — Fubara

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said the state’s treasury remained intact during the period of emergency rule, disclosing that he left over

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15 h. ago SMEDAN plans one million business formalisation, $12bn funding boost in 2026

Discover SMEDAN’s 2026 agenda to formalize 1 million businesses and provide a $12bn funding boost to empower Nigeria’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Read More: https://punchng.com/smedan-plans-one-million-business-formalisation-12bn-funding-boost-in-2026/

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15 h. ago Release £2.5bn for Ukraine or face court action, Starmer tells Abramovich

Keir Starmer demands Roman Abramovich release £2.5bn from the Chelsea sale for Ukraine aid, threatening court action if the frozen funds are not paid. Read More: https://punchng.com/release-2-5bn-for-ukraine-or-face-court-action-starmer-tells-abramovich/

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16 h. ago SID Initiative advances gender equality fund project in Lagos

The Sustainable Impact and Development (SID) Initiative, alongside its Gender Equality Champions, paid an advocacy visit to the Lagos State read more SID Initiative advances gender equality fund project in Lagos

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16 h. ago Maritime sector cannot grow without strong, knowledgeable media — NSC

"The Nigerian Shippers' Council, in particular has benefitted from your professionalism...

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20 h. ago Youth Ministry launches enterprise content management system

“This launch is not just about deploying software; it represents a fundamental shift in our work culture....

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23 h. ago African Development Fund raises record $11bn in largest replenishment cycle

The African Development Fund (ADF), the concessional financing arm of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has mobilised a record $11 read more African Development Fund raises record $11bn in largest replenishment cycle

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27 h. ago Ganduje cancels plan to establish independent Hisbah in Kano

The statement noted that the plan was suspended after widespread public reactions and concerns....

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