With Nigeria’s population projected to reach 245 million by 2030, broadband demand is expected to grow significantly. The post Nigeria’s broadband demand may spike by 2030 appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Prince Osuagwu Sub-Saharan Africa’s construction sector is entering a crucial transformational periods. At the centre of this transformation is the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA), a continent-wide initiative designed to close critical infrastructure gaps by 2040 through more than 400 priority projects spanning energy, transport, ICT, and transboundary water systems. With over […] The post 57% construction talent gap, slows down Africa’s infrastructure boom appeared first on Vanguard News.

For the past two decades, APEC, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, has been reshaping the Asia-Pacific’s approach to growth. Since the 2011 Honolulu Leaders’ Declaration, APEC has placed “green growth”…

A growing narrative suggests that digital entrepreneurship is solving Nigeria’s unemployment crisis. It is not. What it has done instead is reorganise how unemployment expresses itself. The International Finance Corporation…

Prince Adewole Adebayo, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) leader and its 2023 presidential candidate, in this interview with TITILOPE JOSEPH criticises Nigeria’s current political landscape while outlining his vision ahead…

Daily Economy Concept, the Publisher of Daily Economy, a fast-growing multimedia platform, has announced plans to celebrate its second anniversary with the official launch of a landmark book titled “Trends…

Leadway, one of Nigeria’s non-banking financial conglomerate has strengthened its commitment to celebrating, empowering, and amplifying the achievements of women across diverse industries through Hersurred, its women-focused initiative that spotlights…

Two major PDP factions have begun peace talks to resolve internal disputes before the 2026 national convention, though FCT Minister Nyesom Wike denies any Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-factions-open-peace-talks-as-wike-denies-split/

  LAGOS – The Federal Government has inaugurated the Governing Board of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), charging members to uphold the highest standards of corporate governance and safeguard over…

Discover 5 foundational strategies for wealth-building for entrepreneurs, focusing on financial discipline, investment, and creating lasting wealth. Read More: https://punchng.com/fairmoney-outlines-wealth-building-pillars-for-entrepreneurs/

Drone strikes that damaged three cloud facilities operated by Amazon Web Services (AWS) in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain on March 1 have exposed Nigeria's lack of digital independence. The post How attacks on Middle East data centres expose Nigeria’s digital vulnerability appeared first on Vanguard News.

Youths in Jos protest rising Plateau insecurity after gunmen kill two in Rim Village. Protesters demand government action and state police to stop the kill Read More: https://punchng.com/plateau-youths-protest-killings-demand-state-police-for-security/

The debate over local government autonomy in Nigeria continues to rage, raising an important question: will financial independence for local governments truly translate into development at the grass-roots? For decades, advocates have argued that granting local governments direct control over their funds will accelerate grass-roots development. Yet, while financial autonomy is an important step, it […] The post Making LGAs more impactful appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, is comatose on a deathbed; it’s on life support. The doctors (INEC and the judiciary) are colluding to switch off the life-support machine. They believe the party needs euthanasia or assisted suicide. Yet, what’s really needed is to remove the external factors that interacted with PDP’s genetic predisposition to cause its […] The post PDP’s shameful disservice to Nigeria, by Olu Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu pledges support to transform the Africa gaming industry from an informal sector to a structured, globally competitive ecosystem. Read More: https://punchng.com/sanwo-olu-pledges-support-for-africa-gaming-industry/

Governor Dauda Lawal had approved billions of naira for the upgrade and renovation of nine General Hospitals and 14 Primary Healthcare Centres across Zamfara state. The post Zamfara governor upgrades, renovates 24 general hospitals, PHCs appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Federal High Court affirmed the final $13m forfeiture to the FG, linked to Aisha Achimugu, ruling the funds were proceeds of unlawful activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-upholds-13m-forfeiture-tied-to-achimugu/

Gunmen killed 10 security personnel in a deadly ambush in Kebbi State. Governor Nasir Idris confirmed the attack, calling it ‘barbaric and unacceptable’. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-attack-gunmen-kill-10-security-officers/

The NCDMB hotel, a five-star Radisson in Yenagoa, is on track for a Dec 2026 completion, aiming to become a major hub for tourism and business in Bayelsa. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncdmb-hotel-executive-secretary-hopeful-of-tourism-boost/

Nigeria reopens fuel imports as geopolitical tensions and Dangote Refinery’s FX losses create supply concerns. Marketers call for more domestic crude. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-iran-war-fg-reopens-fuel-imports-dangote-reels-from-fx-losses/

Federal civil servants issue a strike ultimatum over the delayed implementation of the 40% peculiar allowance, demanding immediate government action. Read More: https://punchng.com/workers-threaten-strike-over-delayed-40-peculiar-allowance/

Alex Iwobi’s father, Chuka, has debunked false reports of a robbery at his son’s London home, confirming the player was already in Turkey for Super Eagles Read More: https://punchng.com/iwobis-dad-debunks-robbery-claims/

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) blames the recent terror surge in Nigeria on mismanaged ECOWAS relations, urging for renewed regional cooperation. Read More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-fallout-fuels-terror-surge-in-nigeria-adc/

Galatasaray confirms Victor Osimhen is set to return from his hand injury in time for the high-stakes Istanbul derby against Fenerbahçe on April 26. Read More: https://punchng.com/gala-confirm-osimhen-return-for-intercontinental-derby/

Abia State’s traditional rulers unanimously endorse Governor Alex Otti for re-election, citing his exceptional performance and projects in under three year Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-monarchs-endorse-otti-for-re-election/

Nigeria’s Humanitarian Affairs minister, Bernard Doro, is not resigning to contest the Plateau North Senatorial seat in 2027, an aide confirms. Read More: https://punchng.com/humanitarian-affairs-minister-not-seeking-elective-office-aide/

Learn how the EFCC intervened to block a contractor from installing fake and substandard transmission lines, preventing a potential national disaster in 20 Read More: https://punchng.com/how-efcc-blocked-contractor-from-installing-substandard-transmission-lines-olukoyede/

Top political leaders and monarchs gather in Lagos for the launch of elder statesman Olu Falae’s autobiography, “The Triumph of Grace,” today. Read More: https://punchng.com/aiyedatiwa-makinde-for-falae-book-launch-today/

The Managing Director of the Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), Abdullahi Baba-Ahmed, says ongoing road projects spanning 1,335 kilometres across Kaduna State will strengthen Governor Uba Sani’s chances of re-election in 2027. The post 2027: Kaduna’s 1,335km road projects will boost Uba Sani’s re-election — Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Vanguard News.

Technology giant Meta has announced the rollout of new artificial intelligence, AI, tools designed to enhance support and safety across its platforms, including Facebook and Instagram. The post Meta introduces AI tools to solve support, safety challenges appeared first on Vanguard News.

Omoyele Sowore’s recent visit to Aba, the South-East commercial nerve centre, is creating a buzz. The politician, who doubles as an activist and social crusader, was in Enyimba City to lead a protest demanding freedom for the imprisoned leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, who hails from Umuahia, the capital city […] The post Sowore’s self-destructive gambit, by Ikechukwu Amaechi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Uba Sani has called for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) while commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda at the party’s North-West Zonal Congress in Kaduna. The post Uba Sani calls for APC unity, praises Tinubu reforms at North-West Zonal Congress appeared first on Vanguard News.

By EJIRO OFOYE Nigeria stands today at a delicate crossroads. Beneath the surface of political alignments and shifting loyalties lies a deeper question—what lessons are being taught, and to whom, in the unfolding theatre of governance under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu? This is not merely about one administration succeeding another. It is about the gradual shaping […] The post A Southern reflection on politics and Nigeria’s future  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s solar boom creates a surge in renewable energy waste. Discover the environmental risks of solar panels and batteries and the urgent need for mana Read More: https://punchng.com/solar-boom-managing-off-grid-renewable-energy-waste-in-nigeria-2/

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has pledged his administration’s support for Africa’s gaming industry as it transitions from a fragmented, informal sector into a structured, globally competitive ecosystem. The post Sanwo-Olu pledges support for Africa’s emerging gaming industry appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Kingsley Omonobi Abuja — The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has urged a unified and coordinated approach among the military, police, and other security agencies as a key strategy to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. The call came during a familiarization visit by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji […] The post COAS calls for unified security approach to tackle Nigeria’s threats appeared first on Vanguard News.