Nigerian military’s Operation Hadin Kai has resettled over one million displaced households in Borno, restoring livelihoods in once-abandoned communities. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-one-million-displaced-households-resettled-in-borno-military/

A power outage hits Kano as KEDCO workers go on an indefinite strike over poor working conditions, unpaid pensions, and unfair promotions. Read More: https://punchng.com/power-outage-in-kano-as-kedco-workers-embark-on-indefinite-strike/

The Lagos State government enforces its motorcycle ban, seizing 70 commercial okadas on restricted routes to ensure public safety and free traffic flow. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-seizes-70-motorcycles-on-restricted-routes/

Super Eagles’ Akor Adams’ goal against Algeria is named one of the top five strikes of the AFCON 2025 tournament by CAF. See the other top goals. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-akor-adams-goal-named-among-cafs-top-five/

Following the expiration of the  January 5, 2026 deadline, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) said it had begun a phased implementation of enforcement measures in respect of Digital Money Lending (DML) operators that did not regularise their status in accordance with the Digital, Electronic, Online and Non-Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations, 2025 (DEON […]

The federal government has set an ambitious target to raise Nigeria’s tax-to-GDP ratio to 18 per cent in the short term as part of broader fiscal reforms aimed at channelling more resources into social services and infrastructure development. The minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, Wale Edun, disclosed this during an interview […]

There was confusion on Wednesday at the Bende Local Government Council Headquarters in Abia State after heaps of human faeces were reportedly discovered at the office complex of the council chairman, Uwabunkeonye Bassey. The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the chairman, Chimezie Princewill Okezie, who raised the alarm in a statement, said the [...]

MoMo Payment Service Bank (MoMo PSB) has expanded its cross-border transfer service by extending outbound coverage to additional African markets, while also deepening inbound remittance capabilities from key international corridors. The company, which is the financial subsidiary of MTN Nigeria, said the expansion strengthens its role in facilitating seamless international money transfers for individuals and […]

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has reiterated its call on shipping companies operating at the nation’s seaports to engage relevant stakeholders before implementing any tariff increase. The call was made by the executive secretary of the Council, Dr Pius Akutah, during a stakeholders’ meeting on tariff review for charges by shipping companies, service providers, clearing […]

The Federal Government, through the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, is set to arraign a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chief Mike Ozekhome, before the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja, on Monday, January 26, 2026, over an alleged fraud involving a property in London, United Kingdom. The scheduled arraignment is expected [...]

Today, Xiaomi delivers smartphones, electric vehicles, and home appliances across global markets, anchored by its "Human × Car × Home" smart ecosystem strategy The post REDMI Note Series exceeds 460 million global shipments, expanding Xiaomi’s flagship-level innovation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Global streamer iShowSpeed livestreams his first day in Lagos, Nigeria, drawing massive crowds, creating viral moments, and meeting local stars. Read More: https://punchng.com/inside-global-streamer-ishowspeeds-first-day-on-lagos-streets/

Ardova Plc, has been awarded the ISO 27001:2022 Certification, the world’s leading standard for information security management systems. This underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding customer and staff data through globally recognised best practices. In a statement, Ardova Plc said the certification followed a rigorous, comprehensive audit process that evaluated its policies, procedures, and […]

BUA Cement Plc has signed an agreement with China-based CBMI to construct a new 3-million-metric-ton-per-annum cement production line at its Sokoto plant. The company, which made the announcement, said the project, valued at about $240 million, covers the installation of a new cement line, a power plant, and supporting infrastructure. Upon completion, BUA Cement said […]

The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has reaffirmed its commitment to policy harmonisation and deeper Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) as key strategies to fast-track housing delivery and promote sustainable urban development in Nigeria. The permanent secretary of the Ministry, Dr Shuaib Belgore, stated this on Wednesday in Ilorin, Kwara state, at the 14th meeting […]

Benue State Executive Council has given the green light for the full resettlement of the Yelewata community, with the official groundbreaking slated for Thursday, January 22. The initiative is part of the state government’s broader efforts to restore peace and stability after the unrest that hit the area last year. During a media briefing held […] Benue govt to launch Yelewata resettlement project January 22

The plant director of Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana, Engr Azad Nawabuddin, has received commendation from host communities for his commitment to community development. Community leaders and stakeholders hailed his leadership for the timely implementation of the Community Development Agreement (CDA) and the consistent rollout of impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programmes. These efforts, they noted, […]

Benue State Government, through the Benue Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC), has intensified efforts to reclaim state-owned lands allegedly acquired through questionable means by private individuals and organisations across the state. One of the notable recoveries is the famous Yaman Park, a 7,000-square-metre recreational space situated in Wurukum, Makurdi, estimated to be worth around […] Benue govt begins recovery of fraudulently acquired state lands

Thirty-two journalists from different media organisations benefited from a strategic three-day capacity-building workshop in Abuja, which ended on Wednesday. The workshop offered new insights into the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence and digital communication in today’s newsroom. The NLNG said the training, held under the #NLNGChangeYourStory initiative, reinforces its commitment to strengthening stakeholder capabilities […]

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has called on the federal government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide a definite, realistic, and workable timeline for the revival of Nigeria’s refineries. It said Nigeria’s refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna have a combined installed production capacity of […]

Ahead of the Argungu International Fishing Festival scheduled for February 2026, the director general of the Kebbi State Investment Promotion Agency (KBSIPA), Dr Muhammad Kabir Kamba, has disclosed that foreign investors from Europe, Asia, and other countries have expressed interest in participating in the festival. According to Dr Kamba, their interest stems from Governor Nasir […]

As the world’s third-largest smartphone manufacturer, with a 14% share of the global smartphone market in Q3 2025 (Omdia), Xiaomi is widely recognized for its smartphones, but has steadily evolved into a global consumer electronics giant. Today, the company delivers smartphones, electric vehicles, and home appliances across global markets, anchored by its “Human × Car […] REDMI Note Series Exceeds 460 Million Global Shipments, Expanding Xiaomi’s Flagship-Level Innovation

Following the over N1.54 trillion revenue generated by major listed brewers in Nigeria from the sale of beer and other non-alcoholic drinks in the first nine months of 2025, analysts have attributed the strong performance largely to Nigeria’s vibrant social culture, particularly the high frequency of weddings, which significantly boosts social drinking. They, however, argued […]

Get today’s Nigerian news recap. Read about the Kaduna kidnappers’ N29m demand, Davido’s paternity test results, and CAF sanctions on Algeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-kidnappers-demand-n29m-deposit-for-abducted-kaduna-worshippers-davido-paternity-row-caf-sanctions-algeria/

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Nentawe Yilwatda, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the party’s biggest asset. This was as Yilwatda expressed confidence that the president is strategically positioned to win a second term in office in 2027. He made the remarks in Abuja at the APC Northwest Youth Mobilisation Meet-and-Greet […] 2027: Tinubu is APC’s biggest asset – Yilwatda

British International Investment (BII) said, it will be an anchor investor for the Allianz Credit Emerging Markets (ACE) fund, a $1 billion blended finance fund aimed at mobilizing private capital for climate investments in emerging markets. The blended finance fund, launched in London, brings together a range of public and private institutions. Development finance institutions, […]

Saudi oil giant Aramco said AI and other advanced technology adoption have helped it achieve in 2025 a technology realized value of between $3 billion and $5 billion, its Chief Executive Amin Nasser, said on Tuesday. The world’s biggest oil firm in both production and market capitalisation had total realized technology value of $6 billion […]

AXIAN Energy, a renewable energy developer active across Africa, said on Tuesday, January 20, that it had secured a roughly $1 million grant from Norad. The funding from the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation will support early-stage work on several renewable energy projects in Africa. Against this backdrop, the ability of African developers to secure […]

The federal government has said uncontrolled urbanisation and population growth have placed enormous pressure on cities and escalated construction costs across the country. Speaking at the meeting of the National Council on Lands, Housing and Urban Development recently, the minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, also disclosed that inefficient land administration systems choke […]

The Group A opener, played at the Petit Stade, marked Nigeria’s second defeat of Algeria in just two weeks, following the Super Eagles’ resounding 2–0 win over the North Africans The post Africa Handball Nations Cup: Nigeria’s Golden Arrows beat Algeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Real estate developers and investors are increasingly targeting the construction of new rail lines and complementary infrastructure to revitalise underserved property markets, positioning them for exponential growth. A real estate consultant, Adeola Akinpelu, said that transport and infrastructure upgrades by the Lagos State government will significantly elevate property values in neighbourhoods long considered underserved across […]

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has ordered the suspension of the Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic and also constituted a three-person panel to investigate the remote and immediate causes of the Tuesday’e student protest at the institution in Ilorin. The constitution of the panel was announced in a statement signed by the commissioner for […]

The Nigerian equities market yesterday closed with a gain of N7 billion, extending the cautious rebound observed in the previous session. The All Share Index (ASI) gained 10.77 points, representing a growth of 0.01 per cent to close at 166,267.60 points. Also, market capitalisation gained N7 billion to close at N106.443 trillion. The upturn was […]

Norrenberger’s Equity Portfolio Model posted an 82 per cent return in 2025, outperforming the Nigerian equity market for the second consecutive year, according to data released by the firm. The model’s return exceeded the NGX All Share Index, which gained 52 per cent, and the NGX 30 Index, which returned 50 per cent. The firm […]

A security expert, Ambassador Abdullahi Bakoji Adamu, has warned that politicising kidnapping incidents in Kaduna State only strengthens criminal groups and delays the rescue of victims. Speaking amid the controversy surrounding the recent church abductions in Kajuru Local Government Area, Adamu said kidnapping in Kaduna is fundamentally a security challenge, not a political one. “The […] Politicising abduction of 177 worshippers from Kaduna churches puts victims in danger  – Amb. Adamu

The director general of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), Ibrahim Dasuki Arabi, has declared that Nigeria’s civil service achieved 99.9 per cent digitisation compliance and eliminated ghost workers across the federal government’s payroll of about three million employees. Arabi shared these updates during a New Year media conversation in Abuja earlier this week, […]