4 h. ago 2,000 Tertiary Institutions’ Workers Get N3.7bn Federal Government Support Fund

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has confirmed the successful disbursement of N3.7 billion to an estimated 2,000 beneficiaries under the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF). The TISSF, an initiative under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, provides essential financial support to the dedicated men and women who sustain the nation’s […]

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5 h. ago Segilola Resources Sweeps Multiple National Honours, Strengthens Community Impact And Mining Sector Leadership

Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL) ended November on an impressive note, earning industry-wide recognition for both its community impact and sectoral contributions. The company was honoured with the Community Development Champion of the Year award at CSR Reporters’ Social Impact and Sustainability Awards (SISA), held on the 28th of November in Lagos at the MUSON […]

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5 h. ago Fuel Queues Are Gone Forever, Dangote Assures After Meeting Tinubu

President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has declared that Nigeria has finally overcome decades-long fuel scarcity, insisting that the era of nationwide queues “is history” as the Dangote Refinery can now fully supply the country’s petrol needs. He spoke to State House correspondents on Friday after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential […]

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8 h. ago Why it’s hard tracking bandits with technology — Presidential aide

A presidential aide explains the challenges of tracking bandits in Nigeria who use foreign internet services like Starlink to evade security agencies. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-its-hard-tracking-bandits-with-technology-presidential-aide/

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9 h. ago NUT awards Namadi “Best Performing Governor in Northern Nigeria” for education reforms

The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has honoured Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State with the award of “Best Performing read more NUT awards Namadi “Best Performing Governor in Northern Nigeria” for education reforms

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9 h. ago Gov Fubara signs pact with Rotary Port Harcourt to improve community growth

The governor of Rivers State, Siminalaye Fubara, has assured Rotarians and Rotaractors from across Nigeria who attended the 2025 All Nigerian Rotary Convention (ANRC), that he is willing to strengthen community development through the club’s activities. The Rotary Districts of Nigeria, at the occasion held in Port Harcourt jointly, honoured the Rivers State governor, Fubara, […]

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10 h. ago Buni Approves Payment Of Scholarship Allowances To 28,346 Yobe Students

Yobe State governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has approved the disbursement of scholarships and bursaries to 28,346 indigenes of the State currently studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The approval underscored the governor’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment, access to education, and human capital development as critical pillars for sustainable growth. According to the Executive […]

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11 h. ago Peter Obi Condemns Distribution Of Tinubu Campaign Vehicles, Says It’s ‘Profound Insensitivity’

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised what he described as the “profound insensitivity and abuse of public trust” by the All Progressives Congress (APC) for distributing luxury vehicles as part of early campaign mobilisation for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement shared on his X handle […]

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11 h. ago Borno: Women farmers decry poor agroecology knowledge, climate pressures

They noted that the lack of exposure to sustainable farming techniques, including soil management and water-efficient methods,

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12 h. ago UK unveils £12.4m programmes to support Nigeria’s economic reforms

The UK unveils two programmes worth £12.4m to support Nigeria’s economic reforms, aiming for macroeconomic stability and private-sector growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-unveils-12-4m-programmes-to-support-nigerias-economic-reforms/

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13 h. ago Leverage your comparative advantage for economic growth, Tinubu to states

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, said a focused state-by-state economic strategy is central to achieving long-term stability and prosperity for read more Leverage your comparative advantage for economic growth, Tinubu to states

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13 h. ago Step Up Offensive Against Terrorists, Governor Radda Urges Gen. Musa

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has urged the new Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), to sustain and intensify military offensives against bandits terrorising the North-West region of the country. Governor Radda made the call in a congratulatory message following General Musa’s appointment and swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu, describing his choice […]

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14 h. ago Katsina LG boss distributes vehicles to councillors, empowers 1,322 residents

Safana LGA Chairman in Katsina empowers 1,322 residents and distributes 10 vehicles to councillors, earning praise from Gov. Dikko Radda for the initiative Read More: https://punchng.com/katsina-lg-boss-distributes-vehicles-to-councillors-empowers-1322-residents/

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15 h. ago Reps threaten to order PAP Coordinator’s arrest over alleged N26bn misappropriation

Lawmakers resolved to issue a 5-day ultimatum to the management of the Presidential Amnesty Programme to appear before

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17 h. ago 2026 Budget: Governor Sule Targets Infrastructure, Stronger Economy, Human Capital Growth

In a landmark presentation before the Nasarawa State House of Assembly recently, Governor Abdullahi A. Sule unveiled the 2026 Fiscal Appropriation Bill valued at N517,539,050,910.77. Tagged “Budget of Strategic Consolidation”, Governor Sule said the 7th budget since he assumed office in 2019 is designed to strengthen ongoing reforms, deepen development gains and accelerate economic expansion […]

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17 h. ago Governor Kefas’ 2026 Budget Targets Infrastructure Gaps, Addresses Key Citizens’ Needs

When Governor Agbu Kefas assumed office in 2023, he came with a clear vision and a practical roadmap aimed at closing the longstanding development gaps that have denied the people of Taraba State the full benefits of democracy. Aside from the recent 2024 BudgIT report on Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), the latest independent data on Taraba […]

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19 h. ago MSMEs can’t scale without strong systems, data, governance – Experts

Nigerian small businesses must prioritise structure, systems, and data-driven practices to scale sustainably in an economy characterised by uncertainty and read more MSMEs can’t scale without strong systems, data, governance – Experts

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22 h. ago Nigeria to strengthen policies to boost aviation sector — Keyamo

Nigeria’s government is set to improve policies to grow the Nigeria aviation sector, focusing on infrastructure, safety, and international standards. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-to-strengthen-policies-to-boost-aviation-sector-keyamo/

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22 h. ago Senate commends CBN’s economic progress, urges continued stability

The CBN reports significant progress in Nigeria’s economy, citing lower inflation, stable FX rates, and GDP growth, earning praise from the Senate. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-commends-cbns-economic-progress-urges-continued-stability/

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22 h. ago NCDMB, Lagos lead PEBEC’s 2025 business environment rankings

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has released its 2025 Business Facilitation Act (BFA) Performance Report alongside the 2025 read more NCDMB, Lagos lead PEBEC’s 2025 business environment rankings

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