5 h. ago Women rise at work, but remain locked out of state parliaments

Across Nigeria, women are powering the workforce, running small businesses, and filling senior government offices. But when it comes to read more Women rise at work, but remain locked out of state parliaments

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5 h. ago Reps Rue Airfares’ Hike, Demand Cut In Taxes, Airport Charges

House of Representatives has expressed displeasure over the hike in airfares ahead of the Yuletide season, saying it has security consequences on millions of Nigerians. The House, therefore, urged the Executive arm of government to reduce taxes for airline operators while airport charges be slashed by 50% during the season. This followed the adoption of […]

Economics

8 h. ago Navigating Nigeria’s Gig Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Youths

The Rise of Nigeria’s Gig Economy In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a significant shift in its labor market dynamics with the rise of the gig economy. As traditional job markets become increasingly saturated and competitive, many young Nigerians are turning to gig work as a viable alternative to traditional employment. This shift has been […] The post Navigating Nigeria’s Gig Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Youths appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

12 h. ago Hike in Airfares: House Of Reps. Seeks 50% Slash In Airport Charges, Auxiliary Taxes

The Federal Government through the Ministry of Aviation has been asked to intervene in the exorbitant cost of domestic air tickets by effecting a fifty percent reduction in airport charges and auxiliary taxes. The House of Representatives which passed the resolution at Thursday’s plenary is hoping that this will translate to a significant reduction in […] The post Hike in Airfares: House Of Reps. Seeks 50% Slash In Airport Charges, Auxiliary Taxes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Yuletide: Reps decry high airfares, ask FG to cut aviation taxes by 50%

The House of Representatives has called on the federal government to cut aviation taxes by half and reduce airport charges read more Yuletide: Reps decry high airfares, ask FG to cut aviation taxes by 50%

Economics

15 h. ago Death toll in Taraba attack rises to 19 as police deny knowledge of incident

The death toll from the attack on Tse-Ajogo, a community in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State, has risen read more Death toll in Taraba attack rises to 19 as police deny knowledge of incident

Events

16 h. ago Nigeria’s trade surplus narrows as imports rise, exports rebound

Nigeria’s external trade gained pace in the third quarter of 2025 as a steady rise in imports met a firmer read more Nigeria’s trade surplus narrows as imports rise, exports rebound

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16 h. ago Experts urge systematic approach to improve healthcare access

Health experts advocate for a systematic approach using implementation research to overcome barriers and improve healthcare access for new health intervent Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-urge-systematic-approach-to-improve-healthcare-access/

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21 h. ago Osimhen, Nigeria Eye AFCON Glory After Another World Cup Failure

Missing the 2026 World Cup marks the first time Nigeria will be absent from the tournament in back-to-back editions. The post Osimhen, Nigeria Eye AFCON Glory After Another World Cup Failure appeared first on Channels Television.

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24 h. ago Analyst decries structural gaps in Nigeria’s financial regulatory architecture

While the SEC has approached the Investments and Securities Tribunal (IST) seeking orders to freeze bank accounts and seize assets linked to CBEX and 25 other defendants, policy analysts argued that the magnitude of the losses reflects a deeper, systemic failure across Nigeria’s financial oversight ecosystem. A financial advisor and public policy researcher at Covenant […]

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25 h. ago Nigerian universities must shift from theoretical to solution

Nigerian universities have been urged to shift from theoretical to solution-driven and practical learning capable of driving meaningful research to address societal challenges. This was the summation of discussants at this year’s Grooming Centre University Research Grant award event held at its headquarters in Lagos recently. A total of 125 students comprising 21 PhD candidates, […]

Politics

28 h. ago Lagos seeks private capital to fund ambitious transport policies

The Lagos State government has unveiled its transport policies designed to reduce the logistics pressure on roads and improve the read more Lagos seeks private capital to fund ambitious transport policies

Politics

29 h. ago $1.9 billion in new commitments toward polio eradication announced

THE Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity, countries, philanthropic foundations, and development partners has announced US$1.9 billion, including approximately US$1.2 billion in newly pledged funds that reduce the remaining resource gap for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative’s (GPEI) 2022-2029 Strategy to $440 million. This funding to strengthen global health systems, expand immunisation, and accelerate progress […]

Science

29 h. ago Experts list reasons for doubling of diabetes cases in Nigeria

NEW data indicate that diabetes prevalence in Nigeria has almost doubled since the 2019 estimates released by the International Diabetes Federation, and these specialists said it reflects a combination of risk factors, including higher socioeconomic status, family history, physical inactivity, urban living, infrequent vegetable consumption and abdominal obesity. The systematic review and meta-analysis of the […]

Politics

33 h. ago Federal Government Unveils Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme

The federal government has announced the launch of the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, an intervention aimed at restoring liquidity in Nigeria’s electricity market and rebuilding investor confidence. The disclosure was made by the special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Energy, Olu Verheijen, through a post on her X handle on Wednesday. Verheijen […]

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35 h. ago Multimodal transport crucial to fixing Nigeria’s struggling supply chain, experts say

Nigeria’s transport and logistics experts have stated that integrating modern multimodal transport systems and last-mile delivery solutions is crucial to read more Multimodal transport crucial to fixing Nigeria’s struggling supply chain, experts say

Politics

39 h. ago ECOWAS To Reduce Air Transport Taxes, Charges, Cost In West Africa From January 2026

The Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), at their December 2024 Summit in Abuja, adopted a landmark measure to reduce the cost of air travel across the region. From 1 January 2026, all ECOWAS Member States will abolish air transport taxes and reduce passenger and security charges […] The post ECOWAS To Reduce Air Transport Taxes, Charges, Cost In West Africa From January 2026 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Economics

39 h. ago Petrol Import Rises To 52.1m Litres In November Despite Drop In Consumption

Petrol imports surged to 52.1 million litres in November, marking an increase despite a decline in domestic consumption, the industry regulator has reported. Data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) revealed that petrol imports surged to 52.1 million litres per day in November 2025, despite an overall decline in the country’s […]

Politics

41 h. ago FCMB Capital Markets Named Nigeria’s Best Corporate Bond House

FCMB Capital Markets was named ‘Best Corporate Bond House of the Year’ by AIHN. Discover how their expertise in capital raising drives Nigeria’s market. Read More: https://punchng.com/fcmb-capital-markets-named-nigerias-best-corporate-bond-house/

Politics

42 h. ago General Musa’s appointment shows level of Tinubu’s foresight, seriousness — Expert

The appointment of General (rtd.) Christopher Gwabin Musa as Minister of Defence by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reflects the level of foresight and seriousness that the moment demands.

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