The Cross River State government is addressing WASH financing gaps by partnering with financial institutions to revive over 200 idle water schemes. Read More: https://punchng.com/criver-to-address-water-funding-gaps/

On Wednesday, the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered a permanent forfeiture of a $13 million belonging to Aisha Achimugu. The post Sanwo-Olu under probe as EFCC links ‘Aisha Achimugu’s forfeited $13m’ to Lagos contractors appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Jigawa state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has admitted alignment with former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, and FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, explaining that they are clearly on the path of justice. The party said Lamido’s decision to join the Wike’s faction of the party falls in line with their decision. The […] PDP crisis: We have decided to align with Lamido, Wike – Spokesman, Kyari

An aide describes Governor Bassey Otu as Nigeria’s most youth-friendly governor, citing his administration’s commitment to youth empowerment and inclusion. Read More: https://punchng.com/otu-youth-friendly-governor-aide/

Fresh concerns are emerging in Nigeria’s insurance industry as workers in life insurance companies face growing job insecurity amid the ongoing recapitalisation exercise under the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act…

FIFA has informed countries that will be participating in the 2026 World Cup on when to submit their squad lists ahead of the tournaments. The final squad lists for the World Cup will have 26 players. Each team is allowed to send in a provisional list that could contain up to 55 players by May […] 2026 World Cup: FIFA reveals deadline for preliminary, final 26-player squads

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has removed Shehu Wada Sagagi from his position as Commissioner for Investment, Commerce and Industry, with immediate effect. The decision was announced in a statement issued on Thursday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, Sagagi has been directed to hand over all […] Kano governor sacks investment commissioner, orders immediate handover

Unknown gunmen, on Wednesday evening, attacked Oro-Ago community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, DAILY POST reports. Security sources disclosed that during the bloody attack, the gunmen killed a popular vigilante man identified as Baba Ibeji and injured his younger brother, popularly known as Ajere. According to a source, “The P.O.S. shop directly […] Unknown gunmen kill vigilante, injure one other in Kwara community

Experts advocate for strategic partnerships between academia, government, and CSOs to solve the pressing water and Niger Delta sanitation challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/centre-seeks-solution-to-ndeltas-sanitation-challenges/

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Congo Football Federation, FECOFOOT, officials over financial misconduct. The world football governing body confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday. FECOFOOT president, Jean-Guy Mayolas, is one of the key people that are facing allegations of financial misconduct. Earlier this month, Mayolas was handed a life sentence alongside his wife […] FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Congo FA officials

Oxygen X is promoting financial inclusion by launching a backyard farming initiative for women in Lagos with poultry kits and financial training. Read More: https://punchng.com/oxygen-x-promotes-financial-inclusion-via-backyard-farming/

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Oyo State, Ambassador Olufemi Oguntoyinbo has appealed to Oyo State government under the leadership of Engineer Seyi Makinde to ban any form of trading on roadside. Oguntoyinbo noted that this was necessary to avoid further loss of lives on roadside. The PDP chieftain said this via […] Oyo accident: PDP chieftain, Oguntoyinbo urges Makinde to ban street trading ​

The Nigerian equities market reversed its upward trend due to sustained profit-taking in banking stocks, causing the NGX All-Share Index to decline. Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-value-dips-to-n128-98tn-amid-bearish-pressure/

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The two Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, factions have restarted the faltering peace process ahead of the March 29-30, 2026, national convention being championed by the bloc led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The bloc headed by Tanimu Turaki (SAN) and […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Thursday morning

Students set fire to tyres and blocked some roads hindering vehicular and human movements. Authorities of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, have assured of restoration of calm on the institution’s campus after disquiet caused by activities of one of the anti-graft agencies in the neighbourhood. The post Kwara Polytechnic: Calm restored after EFCC operation caused violence appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigerian socialite Yhemo Lee has addressed singer Lil Frosh's claim that he slapped him at a party in the presence of his friends, explaining what really happened

ABUJA – Civil servants under the aegis of Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC) have given the Federal Government until Tuesday, March 31, to pay the 40 percent peculiar…

A Federal High Court has reinstated the Union Bank board, ruling the CBN’s January 2024 intervention unlawful and outside its statutory powers. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-restores-union-bank-board-overturns-cbn-decision/

  LAGOS  – The Federal Government has shortlisted 65 student innovators from 30,639 applicants for the final stage of the Student Venture Capital Grant.  The applicants, according to the government were…

FMDQ COO Tumi Sekoni stresses that financial literacy is essential for survival, highlighting their outreach to empower students with financial knowledge. Read More: https://punchng.com/financial-literacy-essential-life-skill-fmdq-coo/

  LAGOS  – Nigeria has emerged as the largest investor in artificial intelligence-driven surveillance systems on the continent, committing over $470 million to advanced monitoring technologies, according to a new report. …

 The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the Federal Government for the inauguration of the Governing Board of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), describing the development as a critical…

An aide to Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has resigned to pursue his ambition to represent Ughelli South Constituency in the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-govs-aide-resigns-ahead-of-elections/

Reports have it that operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) were conducting official duties in Agbede Village, near the polytechnic, an action that sparked protest by students of the institution...

“Diplomacy must prevail,” he said. “War is not the answer. We need a way out of this disaster.” The post US/Israel-Iran War: UN chief appoints Special Envoy for peace appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

An APC chieftain highlights why party stability is crucial for Nigeria’s democratic success and development, referencing the peaceful North-East zonal cong Read More: https://punchng.com/party-stability-key-to-democratic-success-adamawa-gov-aspirant/

Yoruba groups allege rising terror attacks in Nigeria are politically backed to destabilize democracy. They warn of a new terror phase and call for restruc Read More: https://punchng.com/yoruba-groups-allege-political-backing-for-rising-terror-attacks/

  As the grassroots continue to form the nucleus and focus of Nigeria body politic and development, a true leader and representative is defined by the unwavering commitment to the…

Kenny Okolugbo is a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a Public Affairs Analyst. In this interview, he explains why the reconciliation moves by the two factions of…

He explained that the suspect was detained for allegedly defrauding one retired Maj.-Gen. A. K. Ibrahim and many others of over N150 million supposedly for transaction on a land at Guzape II Cadastral Zone, Abuja...

Only three countries voted against the resolution: Argentina, Israel, and the US. The post UN votes to declare transatlantic slave trade crime against humanity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

"The act of involvement of non-military personnel in surveillance, recruitment of persons and even weapon handling amounts to the act of terrorism." The post Nigerian terror suspect reportedly admits spying on US, Israeli embassies for Iran appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Four of the suspects have been arrested, an official said. The post Fraudsters allegedly impersonate Wike, defraud military officer of N150m appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The party said congresses will be held nationwide, beginning with polling units and wards slated for 7 April. The post ADC NEC approves timetable for congresses ahead of convention appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Northern APC Peace Agenda has commended the political reconciliation between Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, and his predecessor, Bello Matawalle, describing their alliance under the All Progressives Congress (APC)…

Mr Turaki said the feuding factions of the party are exploring various pathways toward a lasting resolution of the crisis. The post Crisis: PDP exploring lasting resolution – Turaki appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.