Under the 1999 Constitution, the President of Nigeria is the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. As the Chief Executive of the Federation, the Nigerian President is also often regarded as potentially one of the most powerful persons in the world. He can make or break anyone. Yet, we notice that not all Nigerian presidents are able […] The post Who is Tinubu’s faceless ‘boss’? By Ochereome Nnanna appeared first on Vanguard News.

The United States has launched a new wave of military strikes against Iran in retaliation for the downing of a US Army Apache attack helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Washington and Tehran.

Sub-Saharan Africa faces a $59bn debt strain in 2025, with rising external debt service pressures and geopolitical shocks clouding its economic outlook, th Read More: https://punchng.com/africa-faces-59bn-debt-strain-wbank-warns/

By Sunny Ikhioya  Despite the statistics that they are churning out on a daily basis, it will be very difficult to write a positive report about this government because of the colossal waste of resources that is ongoing. The bandits and terrorists are destroying our land, the farmers are being driven out of their farms, […] The post What is wrong with our governors? appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria loses $850m annually due to weak digital identity adoption, says NiRA. Learn how strengthening .ng domain use can boost economic and data sovereign Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-loses-850m-yearly-from-weak-digital-identity-nira/

The recent fire that razed approximately 15 shops at Akpan Andem Market in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, is a heart-wrenching reminder of the precarious existence of Nigerian market traders. The tragedy is particularly poignant because it was preventable. The fire truck meant to contain the blaze had no diesel, leaving traders to watch helplessly as […] The post Protecting our markets from fire outbreaks appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Tinubu inaugurates the Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Flyover in Ekiti, praising Governor Oyebanji’s development strides and endorsing him for reelect Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-inaugurates-ekiti-flyover-says-oyebanji-deserves-reelection/

The IMF projects Nigeria’s public external debt will reach $72.6bn by 2027, raising concerns about the country’s growing debt burden and fiscal stability. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-foreign-debt-to-hit-72-6bn-after-2027-polls-imf/

Nigerians live in fear of kidnappers and bandits. This article explores the causes, devastating economic and social costs, and solutions to Nigeria’s insec Read More: https://punchng.com/living-at-the-mercy-of-kidnappers-bandits/

Lagos State House of Assembly adopts committee report on Igbaro Oteshade Royal Family’s land claim in Oko-Ado Village, Eti-Osa. Read More: https://punchng.com/assembly-adopts-report-on-royal-family-land-claim/

Barely 24 hours after the rescue of 416 residents of Ngoshe community in Borno State, abducted during an invasion by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists three months ago, a fresh wave of relief and emotion has swept across parts of the state ,as another set of captives regained freedom. The post After rescue of 416 captives in Borno, 11 more kidnapped women regain freedom appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) re-elects Mallam Ahmed Gobir as president, reporting significant membership growth and digital Read More: https://punchng.com/hr-institute-cipm-re-elects-president/

Persistent electricity shortages are a major barrier to Africa’s industrial growth and economic transformation, warns Schneider Electric. Learn how energy Read More: https://punchng.com/electricity-shortages-key-barrier-to-africas-industrial-growth/

As insecurity rises in Yorubaland, many question the deployment of Yoruba mystical powers. Can traditional forces protect the region from marauders? Read More: https://punchng.com/the-yoruba-mystical-powers/

Nigeria’s government commits to strengthening fiscal reporting and budget transparency following a positive IMF review, aiming for sustainable economic gro Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-pledges-fiscal-improvements-after-positive-imf-review/

The Lagos State Law Reform Commission encourages young leaders from the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy to drive governance reforms for sustainable devel Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-commission-urges-young-leaders-to-drive-governance-reforms/

The Federal Government has fixed June 12, 2026, as the deadline for oil bids submission in Nigeria’s 2025 Licensing Round. Learn more about this critical p Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-fixes-june-12-deadline-for-oil-bids/

Nigerian telecom operators plan to invest N1.86tn ($1.38bn) in 2026 for infrastructure upgrades, network expansion, and improved service quality across Nig Read More: https://punchng.com/mobile-operators-budget-1-38bn-for-infrastructure-upgrades/

Adamawa State Police Command arrests two armed robbery suspects in Yola-North, recovering stolen items and intensifying efforts to apprehend fleeing accomp Read More: https://punchng.com/two-armed-robbery-suspects-arrested-in-adamawa/

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, pledges to monitor all investment commitments from the Invest Lagos 3.0 Summit to ensure implementation. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-moves-to-track-investment-deals-beyond-summit/

Nigeria’s power sector lost N310bn in Q1 2026 due to unbilled energy and poor revenue collection, NERC reports. Discover the impact of these power sector l Read More: https://punchng.com/power-sector-lost-n310bn-in-three-months-nerc/

UBA Foundation reinforces its commitment to environmental sustainability with a tree-planting exercise at Lagos schools, promoting youth environmental awar Read More: https://punchng.com/uba-foundation-recommits-to-youth-environmental-awareness/

Stransact launches Honours Roll, a graduate talent scheme recognizing top students in Nigerian universities with N100,000 awards and career opportunities. Read More: https://punchng.com/stransact-unveils-graduate-talent-scheme-across-varsities/

There is a way a little sense of history tries to educate and equip us with the capacity to withstand the present and shape the future. History tells us a little bit of who we are and the things that shape our being. History is stubborn. It paints the bad leader with deserved odious colours and […] The post For Omo-Ettu, a slice of history for a new telecom policy, by Okoh Aihe appeared first on Vanguard News.

NIPR Lagos Chapter announces PRFest 2026, a week-long event in July focusing on public trust, security, and nation-building. Learn more about the NIPR Lago Read More: https://punchng.com/nipr-lagos-to-host-forum-on-public-trust/

United Capital secures investment banking licences in Ethiopia and Rwanda, becoming the first foreign institution in Ethiopia. This expands their reach acr Read More: https://punchng.com/united-capital-obtains-east-african-investment-licences/

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) gained N830bn today, driven by Airtel Africa and financial stocks. Discover how NGX gains impacted the market. Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-gains-n830bn-as-airtel-africa-leads-market-rally/

The entire drama that featured the abduction of Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin boys lasted for just three days, between Wednesday and Saturday. Those were tension-soaked days that served mostly to highlight or add to the pressure on a federal government that many had come to see as the very symbol of […] The post Ibadan kidnappers and long tale from Ogbomoso terrorists, by Rotimi Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.

Heirs Energies partners with stakeholders to launch the Agbada Green Corridor Initiative, a tree-planting programme for environmental sustainability in Riv Read More: https://punchng.com/heirs-energies-partners-stakeholders-on-environmental-project/

Proton Security Services Limited earns regional recognition as Best Security Company of the Year 2026 at the West Africa Innovation Awards for its excellen Read More: https://punchng.com/proton-security-earns-recognition/

CEVA Logistics and EFL Africa form a joint venture, CEVA EFL Limited, to expand operations and strengthen their presence in Nigeria’s logistics market. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-logistics-market-attracts-new-global-partnership/

The Federal Government and six state governors are wooing investors at the ‘Invest In Lagos 3.0’ Summit, promising high returns and a conducive business en Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-states-court-investors-at-lagos-summit/

The Institute of Leadership Coaching and Strategy congratulates Dr. Adenike Fasina on her Oyo HOS appointment, commending Governor Makinde’s merit-based de Read More: https://punchng.com/institute-congratulates-fasina-on-oyo-hos-appointment/

Smartcomply, an African cybersecurity firm, joins the PCI Security Standards Council to shape global payment security standards and bring African market in Read More: https://punchng.com/smartcomply-joins-global-body-for-payment-security/

The FCCPC has sealed PWAN Maxi Property’s Lekki office due to non-allocation of land and buyer complaints. Learn more about the enforcement action. Read More: https://punchng.com/fccpc-seals-property-firm-amid-buyers-complaints/

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele confirms NASS will pass the state police bill this week, calling the reform long overdue amid Nigeria’s security challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/nass-will-pass-state-police-bill-this-week-senate-leader/