The presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 general election and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said that Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, and his political associates will eventually regret their decision to leave the party. The post Gov Yusuf will regret leaving NNPP — Kwankwaso appeared first on Vanguard News.

The national grid suffered its second collapse in four days on Tuesday, plunging millions into darkness. This is as the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) decried the frequent grid disturbances, saying they pose a grave threat to the economy. According to the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO), the outage, hitting at 10:48 a.m., […]

Ahead of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections scheduled for February 2026, the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Miller Dantawaye, has paid courtesy visits to key traditional rulers in Abuja to reinforce the message that elections should not be treated as a do-or-die affair. The post FCT Police Commissioner engages Traditional Rulers ahead of 2026 area council polls appeared first on Vanguard News.

The federal government has kicked off its 2026 domestic borrowing with an oversubscribed N1.54 trillion FGN Bond auction, according to the Debt Management Office (DMO). The result of the January FGN Bond auction, published on Monday, revealed an oversubscription of the government debt security as investors flocked to high-yield government instruments. Total subscriptions reached N2.25 […]

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A joint venture operated by Chevron has made an oil and gas discovery offshore Nigeria as international majors bolster exploration amid the top African producer’s efforts to boost hydrocarbon output and offer more favourable terms for investments. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on Monday hailed Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), operator of the NNPC […]

Following the closure of the Onitsha Main Market by the Anambra State Government as a result of last Monday’s compliance to the sit-at-home which had earlier been proscribed in the…

President of Business Club Ikeja (BCI), Dr Adesola Falaiye, has said that sustained stability in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market would restore investor confidence and enable businesses to plan and grow more effectively. Falaiye made the statement in Lagos during the club’s 30th anniversary and 2026 New Year Get-together held at the BCI Club House at […]

DHL Aviation has unveiled two fully branded Boeing 737-400 aircrafts at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing investment in SSA’s logistics infrastructure. The additional air capacity will enhance transit times, improve delivery predictability, and extend DHL’s reach to support businesses across West Africa and beyond. As the […]

•Says $2.5bn contracts awarded to 6,800 Nigerian suppliers in 5yrs •As IFC invests $5bn   •FG will deepen engagement with World Bank procurement — Bagudu By Babajide Komolafe The World Bank has offered  a $250 billion global procurement window to Nigerian firms, urging local companies to take advantage of thousands of opportunities across World Bank–financed projects worldwide. Speaking […] The post World Bank offers $250bn procurement window to Nigerian firms appeared first on Vanguard News.

NUPRC said the webinar is designed to provide investment clarity and execution certainty for companies seeking to participate in the licensing round, which will offer 50 oil and gas blocks across frontier, onshore, shallow-water and deepwater terrains. The post NUPRC courts global investors ahead of 2025 oil licensing round appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The former Southeast Spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Denge Josef Onoh, has dismissed concerns surrounding President Tinubu’s brief slip during an official engagement in Turkey, describing the incident as a normal human occurrence rather than a health issue. The post Turkey Slip: Tinubu is human, not sick — Onoh dismisses opposition claims appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Office of the Vice President will co-host the 2026 Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) High-Level Policy Engagement, as stakeholders converge to deepen policy reforms and mobilise partnerships to accelerate inclusive growth and national development. Co-hosting with the Sterling One Foundation, the engagement is positioned as a national platform for translating continental development commitments into […]

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved a two-month temporary dispensation allowing importers to continue using National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) licences that expired on December 31, 2025, for the processing of statutory import documentation, known as Form M. The directive was contained in a circular dated January 26, […]

The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI), one of Nigeria’s notable policy groups, has endorsed the economic model of the President Bola Tinubu administration, projecting it will drive GDP to 5.5 per cent in 2026—higher than forecasts from the World Bank and IMF. In a policy document signed by its chairman, Dr Omoniyi Akinsiju, IMPI […]

Angela Okorie revisits the turmoil in Tonto Dikeh's marriage to Olakunle Churchill, revealing shocking details about Rosy Meurer's role as PA amid reconciliations.

Nigeria’s capital market is steadily consolidating its role as a structured gateway to the broader African investment landscape, driven by macroeconomic reforms, expanding digital platforms, and a widening investor base,…

US Rep. Ilhan Omar was attacked with a syringe during a town hall in Minneapolis. The suspect was swiftly arrested, and Omar stated she was uninjured. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-congresswoman-ilhan-omar-attacked-with-syringe-at-minneapolis-town-hall/

The bill transmitted in line with Section 58(2) of the 1999 Constitution of Federal Republic of Nigeria were conveyed alongside a letter addressed to President of Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and read at plenary.

Soaring house rents have deepened tensions between landlords and tenants across Lagos State, with disputes increasingly ending in threats of eviction and legal battles. LEADERSHIP reports that from low-income neighbourhoods to gated estates, persistent rent increases are fuelling conflicts, as tenants struggle to cope with rising housing costs amid a harsh economic climate. Estate agents […]

The Nigerian Housing Market (NHM) has projected nationwide residential price growth of between five and 15 per cent in 2026, with the strongest gains expected in infrastructure-linked suburban and emerging residential corridors. Presenting the 2026 Nigerian Housing Outlook, NHM chief executive officer and lead housing analyst, Babatunde Akinpelu, said prime urban districts in major cities […]

Abia State is set to have  an industrial policy following governance and institutional reforms under the present administration. The commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, stated this when he briefed the media on the outcome of this week’s executive council meeting, chaired by the governor, Alex Otti, in Umuahia, the state capital. “The government believes that […]

After my wife died, her family accused me of marital juju in our community. A nurse's evidence exposed the truth, and the rumours finally died out.

The protracted disagreement between Akwa Ibom and Cross River states over the ownership of 76 oil wells may be nearing resolution, following the commencement of a federal government-led exercise to verify and plot the coordinates of disputed and newly drilled oil wells nationwide. The exercise, which began on Monday, is aimed at conclusively determining ownership […]

On 24 January 2026, the Anambra State government announced an end to the regular Monday sit-at-home order through out the length and breadth of the state. This is coming four years after the South East zone has continued to observe the order, following the rendition and continuous detention of the leader of the Indigenous People […] The post Anambra Residents Snub Gov. Soludo, Observe Sit-At-Home appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar Namadi, has described the West Africa Social Activities (WASA) of the Nigerian Army as a cherished and unifying tradition that strengthens civil–military relations and promotes national cohesion. The governor made the remarks while attending the 2025 edition of the WASA organised by the Nigerian Army and conducted at […]

Should Igbo traditional rulers seek permission from their state governments before conferring chieftaincy titles on individuals they deem deserve to be so honoured? Some state governments in South-East have directed traditional rulers to get clearance and approval from the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, which supervises their affairs, before conferring a title on any individual, particularly a person outside such a monarch’s immediate community. The post Govts, monarchs clash over interference in chieftaincy conferment in Igbo land appeared first on Vanguard News.

Long burdened by funding shortfalls, infrastructure deficits and doubts about research quality, Nigeria’s universities are quietly but steadily reshaping Africa’s academic narrative on the global stage. The country’s higher education institutions are now gaining sustained international attention through improved performance in respected global rankings. What is unfolding is as a result of years of incremental […]

As the sale of registration forms for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) began nationwide, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has assured prospective candidates of a smooth, transparent and efficient registration process. As thousands of secondary school leavers and other applicants prepare to take this crucial step towards tertiary education, understanding the […]

The governor of Abia state, Alex Otti has promised automatic job opportunities for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members who distinguish themselves in the state. Otti announced this during the swearing-in  of 1,820 members of the 2026 Batch A, Stream 1, deployed to the state, which took place at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Umunna. […]

For decades, scholars and policymakers warned that the world was entering a phase of systemic transition. That moment is no longer approaching; it is here. The world as we once understood it has ended, and what replaces it is unsettled, contested and volatile. This is not a routine change in diplomatic tone or global priorities. […]

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Traders are also keeping an eye on the Federal Reserve's latest meeting. The post Dollar Struggles To Recover From Losses After Trump Comments appeared first on Channels Television.

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has again demonstrated its intention to contribute meaningfully to the transformation of the Nigeria’s agricultural sector to enhance productivity and ensure food security. One of the numerous policy initiatives of the Agency, especially in the last two years of the tireless and visionary leadership of the […]

Under Operation Enduring Peace, he said troops responded to a kidnapping incident at Rantya in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, where a wounded gateman was evacuated to hospital.

The UK trial is expected to run for several weeks and could carry significant penalties if she is convicted. The post How Diezani Alison-Madueke’s ‘lavish’ UK life was funded by Nigerian oil contractors – Prosecutor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.