The Naira recorded a massive appreciation against the United States dollar across official and parallel foreign exchange markets to end the week on an impressive note. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira rose further on Friday to N1,386.55 per dollar, up from N1,396.99 was exchanged on Thursday. This means that on a […] Naira records massive appreciation against US dollar across FX markets

On 8 January, the Rivers assembly began an impeachment move against Governor Fubara, but the move was halted after a court restrained the lawmakers and the chief judge from proceeding with the process.  The post Why APC governors aren’t worried about impeachment move against Fubara – Gov Sule appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A few days ago, as President Tinubu was making news for all the wrong reasons in Ankara, on the heels of his state visit to the Republic of Turkey, I found myself less than five hours away from him. But since dis-life-no-balance, there was no guard of honor mounted on my behalf, no entourage, and […] The post Mr President was in Turkey. So was I, By Osmund Agbo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Segun Sowunmi, has revealed the real problem bedeviling the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Responding to questions in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television on Tuesday, Sowunmi said the major problem of the PDP is reform. He said: “Essentially, the major issue of the […] 2027: Sowunmi reveals real problem of PDP

Manchester United, on Friday, confirmed that midfielder Toby Collyer has joined Hull City on loan for the rest of the season. The Red Devils disclosed this in a statement on their website ahead of their Premier League tie with Fulham on Sunday. Collyer had previously spent time on loan with West Bromwich Albion. The 22-year-old […] Man Utd confirm deal for Collyer

Moniepoint Inc. has disbursed over ₦1 trillion in credit to thousands of micro, small and medium-scale enterprises, underscoring its growing role in expanding access to finance and driving grassroots economic growth.

This debate is a mirror held up to our national condition. We are a society that glorifies the individual hustle, the survival instinct that built our fintech success. Yet that same hyper-individualism constantly defeats the sustained collective action needed to demand accountability, whether from our government or from corporate powers. We are quick to embrace […] The post PayPal and the need for accountability through collective action, By Cheta Nwanze appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Anambra Governor Soludo orders the immediate remodelling of Onitsha Main Market to revive its economic life, citing decline and sit-at-home impacts. Read More: https://punchng.com/soludo-orders-immediate-remodelling-of-onitsha-market/

The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman Governing Council of Achievers University, Owo, Ondo state, Prof. Bode Ayorinde, said that no fewer than 15 students of the institution have been expelled for sex video offence. The post Archievers Varsity expels 32 students over sex video, fraud offences, says Pro- Chancellor appeared first on Vanguard News.

Arsenal, on Friday, announced contract deals for two players ahead of their Premier League tie with Leeds United on Saturday. In a separate statement via their website, the Gunners announced that Max Dowman has signed a pre-contract agreement with the club that will lead to him signing professional terms when he turns 17 in December. […] Arsenal announce deals for two players

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has directed Shooting Stars to choose a new ground for the home matches. The NPFL gave the Oluyole Warriors options to relocate to either the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos or the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta. The directive followed concerns over the deteriorating condition of the pitch at […] NPFL directs Shooting Stars to pick new stadium for home matches

“I know after today, other states may inaugurate their own structures, but Rivers State will always lead the way. The post 2027: Rivers leads in mobilising support for Tinubu’s re-election – Wike  appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Army dismisses allegations of rape and extortion by its troops in Cross River, calling the claims false, baseless, and contrived. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-dismisses-rape-extortion-allegations-in-criver-community/

Catherine O’Hara, star of Home Alone and Schitt’s Creek, dies at 71 after brief illness. Macaulay Culkin and fans mourn her with heartfelt tributes.

The Rivers State government reassures investors of its commitment to a peaceful environment that supports partnerships and inclusive development. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-assures-investors-of-peaceful-conducive-environment/

US cities that protect their undocumented migrant residents have been thrust into the spotlight by the Trump administration's aggressive immigration crackdown, currently targeting Minneapolis. The post ‘Sanctuary cities’ on front line of Trump immigration crackdown appeared first on Vanguard News.

Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, WTO, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has urged Nigeria to move decisively beyond importing technology to manufacturing it locally, warning that sustained dependence on foreign technology weakens the country’s industrial base and constrains job creation in the digital economy. The post Okonjo-Iweala urges Nigeria to shift from importing tech to local manufacturing appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s PenCom has unveiled a self-service online portal for data recapture, enabling RSA holders to update their records remotely. Learn how it works. Read More: https://punchng.com/pencom-unveils-online-data-recapture-portal-february-1/

Emmy-winning actress Catherine O'Hara, who starred in "Schitt's Creek" and "Home Alone," has died at the age of 71, her management agency said Friday. The post Home Alone actor, Catherine O’Hara, dies at 71 after brief illness appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria National League (NNL) side, Godswill Akpabio FC have declared Energy Kennedy Otunuya Absent Without Official Leave (AWOL). Godswill Akpabio FC made the announcement in a statement on Friday. They stated that the player failed to resume with the rest of his teammates for the second stanza preparation. Godswill Akpabio FC said that the player […] NNL: Godswill Akpabio FC declare Otunuya missing

Public affairs analyst, Donald Okwuosa, has told Anambra State Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo what to focus on rather than closing Onitsha main market.

The Court of Appeal sitting in Ilorin on Friday affirmed the death sentences imposed on five men convicted for their roles in the 2018 Offa bank robbery, dismissing their appeals for lack of merit.

China has relaxed entry rules for British citizens, allowing up to 30 days of visa-free travel for business, tourism, and other brief visits. The agreement is one of the gains of the state visit of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is in China with a delegation of UK officials and business leaders. Britain joins France, Germany, Italy, Australia, Japan, and other countries […] China approves limited visa-free travel for British citizens

The first-leg encounter, scheduled for Feb. 7, will now be played at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The post CAF approves new venue for Falconets World Cup qualifier against Senegal appeared first on Vanguard News.

NEW YORK — A day of dramatic swings on Wall Street, including Microsoft’s worst drop in years and a sudden reversal for the price of gold, finished with only relatively modest moves on Thursday. The S&P 500 slipped 0.1% after flirting with its record high in the morning and dropping by as much as 1.5% […]

Osun APC vice chairmen demand Governor Ademola Adeleke account for over ₦200 billion in Osun LG funds received between December 2022 and January 2025. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-lg-funds-apc-vice-chairmen-ask-adeleke-to-account-for-13-months/

The University of Ilorin’s Vice-Chancellor, staff, and students express sadness over the death of renowned Islamic scholar and professor, Badmus Yusuf. Read More: https://punchng.com/unilorin-vc-varsity-mourn-death-of-renowned-islamic-scholar/

Australia endured its hottest days as a fierce heat wave pushed temperatures near 50C, fuelling bushfires, power outages and community resilience across Victoria.

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has says Rivers State is leading other states in mobilising support for the reelection of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Wike…

An ex-militant urges President Tinubu to intervene in the Wike Fubara feud, warning it could destabilize Rivers State ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-niger-delta-militant-urges-tinubu-to-reconcile-wike-fubara/

Two people were killed in a tragic accident en route to the funeral of Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Ewhrudjakpo, with several others injured.

A prominent former Nigerian governor has officially left the PDP and announced the political party he is joining ahead of the 2027 elections in the country.

Fan groups raise concerns over US World Cup security, citing militarized policing, immigration enforcement, and a lack of clear information from FIFA. Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-faces-questions-over-security-plans-for-us-world-cup/

Transcorp Hotels Plc (“Transcorp Hotels” or “the Company”) (NGX: TRANSCOHOT), the hospitality subsidiary of Transnational Corporation Plc (“Transcorp Group”) has posted a historic ₦97.04 billion revenue in 2025.  The company, The post Transcorp hotels Plc posts ~N100bn in 2025, grows profit by 49 percent appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Osun State Police Command on Friday said it has arrested four people including an Imam over the death of a worshipper, Najeem Hammed. Sources said Hammed was mobbed during the early morning prayers, after a failed attack on the Imam of Ummu Hanni Adigun Memorial Central Mosque, Ogo-Oluwa area, during the morning prayers. A resident, Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-imam-three-others-in-police-net-over-worshippers-death/

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaja Lateefat Olufunke Gbajabiamila on the conferment of an honorary Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Honoris Causa) in Business Administration by Summit University, Offa, Kwara The post Tinubu hails Lateefat Gbajabiamila on conferment of honorary doctorate, 96th birthday appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.