By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY— THE Edo State government said the Founder of Rollo Life of Christ Brethren Ministry, Bishop Gideon Osazee, has been arrested for allegedly sexually abusing two biological sisters who are minors. They were said to be ages 13 and 17. Besides the two sisters, four other girls have stepped out to […] The post Edo govt arrests pastor for allegedly defiling 2 sisters appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Government has said it plans to reduce its dependence on borrowing, invest more in the economy and rely more on domestic resources. The post Davos: FG targets less borrowing, more investments — Wale Edun appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Federal High Court in Abuja dismisses a fresh lawsuit filed by Senator Samuel Anyanwu, bringing an end to the prolonged legal battle over the PDP crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-crisis-court-dimisses-anyanwus-suit/

A former Chief of Staff to ex-Governor Masari, Almustapha Saulawa, announces his APC defection in Katsina, joining the ADC to ‘rescue’ the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/masaris-ex-cos-dumps-apc-for-adc-in-katsina/

Babatunde Fashola urges President Tinubu to properly brief newly appointed Nigerian ambassadors on national policy and economic priorities before their pos Read More: https://punchng.com/fashola-calls-for-proper-briefing-before-ambassadors-posting/

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff promises to continue deploying troops and resources to address the security challenges in Plateau State for lasting peace. Read More: https://punchng.com/coas-promises-continous-deployment-of-troops-to-plateau/

Catholic bishops urge the FG to implement Nigeria’s tax reforms with a human face, warning against policies that deepen hardship for the poor and vulnerabl Read More: https://punchng.com/give-tax-reforms-human-face-catholic-bishops-tell-fg/

The Future Africa Leaders Foundation honors 10 young Africans whose initiatives deliver measurable impact in communities across the continent. Read More: https://punchng.com/falf-celebrates-young-leaders-shaping-african-communities/

Nigerian domestic refineries declare they have the capacity to end petrol imports. Learn how Dangote Refinery and others plan to supply the local market. Read More: https://punchng.com/domestic-refiners-move-to-cut-petrol-imports/

HR professionals and wellness experts will discuss workplace wellness and Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) to boost staff productivity at a conference Read More: https://punchng.com/hr-professionals-to-discuss-workplace-wellness/

Renewed US-Europe trade tensions cause a sharp decline in stocks, the dollar, and treasuries. Learn how market volatility is rising and impacting US assets Read More: https://punchng.com/stocks-dollar-treasuries-slide-on-us-europe-trade-tensions/

The Nigerian government plans to boost the Nigeria livestock sector’s GDP from $32bn to over $74bn in the next 10 years through a new growth strategy. Read More: https://punchng.com/livestock-sector-gdp-to-hit-74bn-fg/

Nigerian para athletes who won the West Africa Para Games decry the delay in payment of their competition and transport allowances over a month later. Read More: https://punchng.com/para-games-athletes-lament-non-payment-of-allowances/

Sterling Bank reiterates its commitment to wellbeing and sustainable development through its participation in the ‘Art of Wellbeing’ experience at ISIMI La Read More: https://punchng.com/isimi-lagos-sterling-bank-promotes-wellbeing-sustainable-devt/

Nigerian employers warn of job losses as the Federal Government proposes an NSITF levy hike, clashing over the impact on businesses and workplace safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-employers-clash-over-proposed-nsitf-levy-hike/

A Nigerian NGO is leveraging social media with a video competition to spotlight women’s safety and amplify the voices of girls and women across the country Read More: https://punchng.com/ngo-leverages-social-media-to-spotlight-womens-safety/

Rotarian Ijeoma Pearl Okoro receives the 2026 Martin Luther King Legacy Award for her outstanding global leadership and humanitarian service. Read More: https://punchng.com/rotarian-ijeoma-bags-martin-luther-king-legacy-award/

Fintech platform Numoni launches a new rewards system in Nigeria, delivering value to users before they spend to increase their purchasing power. Read More: https://punchng.com/fintech-numoni-introduces-rewards-to-boost-consumer-spending/

Oando’s Wale Tinubu attends the WEF in Davos to champion Africa’s energy priorities, focusing on energy security, finance, and bankable projects. Read More: https://punchng.com/wale-tinubu-champions-africas-energy-priorities-at-davos/

HYPREP begins training 100 Ogoni youths in mechatronics, providing high-demand technical skills for the oil and gas sector ahead of oil exploration. Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-resumption-hyprep-equips-ogoni-youths-with-mechatronics-skills/

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) recovers from previous losses, adding N93bn to market cap. The All-Share Index rose as investor interest renewed in select equi Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-recovers-adds-n93bn-to-market-capitalisation/

IITA DG Dr. Simeon Ehui emphasizes that sustained youth investment is crucial for Africa’s future, highlighting the success of the I-Youth project. Read More: https://punchng.com/africas-future-depends-on-sustained-youth-investment-iita-dg/

Seplat Energy announces first gas from its ANOH gas project. The 300 MMcfd plant will supply gas to Indorama and boost Nigeria’s domestic energy supply. Read More: https://punchng.com/seplat-energy-commences-gas-production-from-anoh-project/

The IMF calls on governments to strengthen public finances by rebuilding fiscal capacity, controlling public debt, and pursuing fiscal consolidation. Read More: https://punchng.com/imf-pushes-for-stronger-public-finances/

International Breweries Plc has appointed Nicholas Kade as its new Managing Director, succeeding Carlos Coutino who transitions to a new role at AB InBev. Read More: https://punchng.com/international-breweries-appoints-new-md-2/

Paystack celebrates its 10th anniversary by launching The Stack Group, a new holding company to consolidate its brands and expand beyond payments in Africa Read More: https://punchng.com/paystack-marks-10th-anniversary/

Former AGF Abubakar Malami faces prolonged DSS detention for alleged terror financing. Investigators are probing his handling of the UAE’s terror list. Read More: https://punchng.com/alleged-terror-financing-malami-faces-long-detention-as-dss-intensifies-investigation/

Ogun State partners with the UN to launch a biodiversity data training, using tools like Collect Earth to improve data-driven forest management and conserv Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-launches-un-backed-biodiversity-data-training/

The EFCC asks a Federal High Court to order the final forfeiture of $13m linked to businesswoman Aisha Achimugu’s firm over alleged illicit funds. Read More: https://punchng.com/businesswoman-achimugu-kicks-as-efcc-seeks-13m-forfeiture/

Escalating kidnappings in Edo State sparked a violent protest in Ekpoma, highlighting resident frustrations and the urgent need for better security. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-how-persistent-kidnappings-fuelled-violent-community-protest/

The Lagos State Head of Service encourages public servants to embrace pension education early to reduce anxiety and ensure post-retirement security and dig Read More: https://punchng.com/lasg-educates-civil-servants-on-pension/

Lagos State warns against unsafe water, citing health risks like cholera and environmental damage. Learn about new regulations for public safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-warns-against-use-of-unsafe-water/

Minister Nkeiruka Onyejeocha flags off the APC e-registration in Umunneochi LGA, Abia State, to strengthen the party’s grassroots structure and membership. Read More: https://punchng.com/onyejeocha-leads-apc-e-registration-in-umunneochi-lga/

A monarch in Abia State has appealed to the government to rehabilitate a dilapidated community school, equip the local health centre, and improve market fa Read More: https://punchng.com/monarch-urges-abia-to-rehabilitate-community-school-health-centre/

Aba Power has surpassed its 2025 goal, providing over 100,000 smart meters to customers, outperforming all other Nigerian DisCos combined. Read More: https://punchng.com/aba-power-exceeds-100000-smart-meter-target/

Interswitch announces the nine finalists for its 7th InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition, who will compete for over N35m in scholarships. Read More: https://punchng.com/interswitch-unveils-nine-finalists-for-national-science-contest/