The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has engaged local contractors with a view to revolving outstanding federal government obligations to them. The post Finance Minister engages local contractor over debt appeared first on Vanguard News.

Merseyside Police have arrested an Everton supporter for alleged racist abuse directed at Antoine Semenyo during his side’s 3-3 draw with Manchester City at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday. The 71-year-old man from Nottinghamshire was apprehended on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence after reports from fellow supporters and stewards. A police statement […]

Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has said he is worried for Chelsea following their 3-1 home defeat to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Monday. Speaking to Sky Sports, Merson also suggested that the Blues could end up not finishing above the likes of Everton and Fulham on the Premier League table with the way […] EPL table: I worry for Chelsea, they’ll not finish above Everton, others – Merson

A financial infrastructure firm, Passpoint, has announced the launch of what it describes as a “financial orchestration layer” aimed at simplifying cross-border payments and operations across Africa, Europe and G20 markets.   The company said the platform integrates payments, compliance, foreign exchange liquidity management and settlement into a single system, addressing longstanding fragmentation across African […]

Credit extended by Nigeria’s banking industry to the private sector rose to an all-time high of N94.6 trillion in February 2026, underscoring sustained lending to businesses and households, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The latest data from the apex bank showed an increase from N93.743 trillion recorded in January 2026, reflecting steady […]

The projects, developed under the City Cancer Challenge (C/Can) programme, are the outcome of a process that has stretched over two years, involving government agencies, hospitals, civil society organisations and development partners The post FCTA launches nine cancer care projects to improve diagnosis, treatment access appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Industry watchers have said that the United Arab Emirates’ decision to exit OPEC after six decades is though one of the most consequential developments in the modern oil market, not because it alters global supply overnight, but because it exposes the structural limits of cartel governance in a world of diverging producer incentives. They expressed […]

African technology leaders and senior policymakers have unveiled the REST-AI Governance Framework, which analysts have described as a watershed moment in continental digital governance during a recent symposium held in Abuja on April 30. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the lead convener, Haniel Jafaru, adding that it is a comprehensive […]

Global economist has warned that elevated oil prices for a sustained period of time would tip the global economy into a recession. This was shared by Moody’s Analytics’ head of international economics, Gaurav Ganguly, who spoke to CNBC, pegging the game-changing price at $125 per barrel of Brent crude. If prices go that high and […]

Nigerian singer Korede Bello has advocated for couples to have more children, claiming that bringing more people to the world would significantly increase the chances of geniuses being born. Speaking in a video broadcast, Bello noted that the late music genius Michael Jackson, who was the seventh child of his parents, wouldn’t have been born […] Why people should have many children – Korede Bello

Nigeria’s electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) recorded a N80.49 billion collection shortfall in February 2026, report from the the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has shown. According to NERC’s February factsheet on DisCos’ commercial performance, the 11 companies received N277.09 billion worth of electricity from the national grid. According to the report published on the official […]

Nigeria’s domestic refineries received 28.5 million barrels of crude oil from local producers in the first quarter of 2026, data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has shown. This was despite higher volumes offered by producers under the Domestic Crude Supply Obligation framework. Figures released by the Commission indicated that while 61.9 million […]

A senatorial aspirant for Zamfara North Senatorial District, Dr Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi on Tuesday said lawmakers who represented the zone in the last 28 years have sponsored less than 10 bills. Shinkafi stated this while addressing journalists shortly after he submitted his completed copies of the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination […]

He repeatedly denied knowledge of any coup plot. The post Alleged Alleged Coup: Suspect Says He Was Misled In Video Statement appeared first on Channels Television.

Suspected Boko Haram fighters have killed at least 23 Chadian soldiers and wounded 26 others on a military position in the Lake Chad region. According to a statement issued by the Chadian military, the terrorists launched the assault late Monday night on a base located on the island of Barka Tolorom, within Lake Chad. The […] Boko Haram gun down 23 Chadian soldiers, injure 26

Nigeria’s equities market lost N1.347 trillion in value as investors exited bellwether stocks, triggering a broad sell-off across key sectors. The decline reflects renewed profit-taking and risk-off sentiment, with heavyweight counters driving the downturn and weighing on overall market capitalization. Precisely, the All-Share Index declined by 2,098.31 points, representing a loss of 0.86 per cent […]

Newcastle United icon, Alan Shearer, has declared that Arsenal are capable of claiming both the Premier League and Champions League trophies this term. The Englishman stated this on The Rest Is Football podcast ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final second leg with Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night. He insisted that Mikel Arteta’s side can win […] EPL, UCL: They can win all matches – Alan Shearer names team to win trophies

The 244 councillors from the 23 local government areas (LGAs) of Sokoto State, under the platform of the National Council of Councillors Forum of Nigeria, have purchased a ₦50 million nomination form for the re-election of Governor Ahmad Aliyu. Speaking on behalf of the forum, the Sokoto State chapter chairman, Hon. Nura Umar Goronyo, said […]

Carter Efe, popular Nigerian streamer and champion of the recent celebrity boxing match, has lamented delayed payment of his N50 million prize. DAILY POST reports that Carter Efe defeated singer Portable in a celebrity boxing fight on Friday to win the N50 million prize. Reacting to his defeat, Portable alleged that the match judges crowned […] Celebrity boxing: I’m yet to receive the N50 million prize – Carter Efe cries out [VIDEO]

A total of 18 members of the House of Representatives, have defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and All Progressives Congress (APC). While 17 joined the burgeoning opposition NDC, one of the defectors moved to the ruling APC at a plenary presided over by Deputy Benjamin Kalu on […]

The National Assembly has resolved to set up a joint ad hoc committee of the Senate and the House of Representatives to carry out a holistic investigation into the rising cases of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. The committee, to be led by the Chairman of the National Assembly, is expected to undertake […]

Aggregate borrowings across 10 listed Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) companies rose to N1.905 trillion in 2025, reflecting heightened reliance on debt financing amid elevated input costs, FX volatility, and working capital pressures.   The surge signifies how consumer goods manufacturers are leaning on loans to fund operations, expansion, and inventory builds as pricing power and […]

The Nigerian Army has raised concern over the spread of fake reports alleging the defeat of troops on the frontline, warning that such misinformation poses a threat to national security and ongoing counter-insurgency operations against Boko Haram in the North-East. The Theatre Commander, Operation Hadin Kai, Maj.-Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar, stated this on Tuesday in Maiduguri […] Nigerian army warns against misinformation on Boko Haram operations

A man has recounted his academic struggles as he celebrated graduated from Delta State University (DELSU). According to him, he wrote the UTME twice.

Bitcoin recorded a strong upward move on Tuesday, rising about three per cent to trade at $81,007.13. The world’s largest cryptocurrency outperformed the broader digital asset market, which posted a more modest 2.2 per cent gain, as renewed institutional demand and easing geopolitical tensions boosted sentiment. Market analysts attribute the latest rally largely to sustained […]

Kano Senator Rufai Hanga has resigned from the ADC and joined a new political party ahead of the 2027 elections, marking a major shift in his political alignment.

The Federal Character Commissioner( FCC) representing Oyo State, Prince Ayodeji Abass-Aleshinloye, has declared that job racketeering will no longer be tolerated in the commission as he highlighted key achievements recorded within his first 100 days in office. Addressibg press conference in Ibadan, Abass-Aleshinloye said his administration had taken firm steps to reposition the commission into […]

A former lawmaker dismisses the Obi-Kwankwaso alliance, stating it lacks the structure and national spread to challenge President Tinubu’s re-election in 2 Read More: https://punchng.com/obi-kwakwanso-cant-stop-tinubus-re-election-says-ex-ogun-lawmaker/

Governor Soludo nominates Mrs Esther Chinyere Onyekesi, mother of the late 'Fish Magnet,' as Anambra's Commissioner for Women Affairs amidst ongoing public outcry.

United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) has announced the retirement of a Non-Executive Director, Erelu Angela Adebayo, who joined the Group’s Board in August 2018. Her retirement was announced in a notice to investors on the Nigerian Exchange on Tuesday. According to the bank, during her tenure, Adebayo provided distinguished leadership, serving as a member […]

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has declared that he reserves the right to anoint and appoint his successor as governor of the state. Fintiri disclosed this while noting that he would reveal his anointed candidate next week as the state prepares for the 2027 governorship election. Speaking with some members of the All Progressives […] 2027: I’ve right to anoint my successor, will reveal him next week – Adamawa Gov, Fintiri

Grammy-nominated Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has claimed he has faced blacklisting in Nigeria’s music industry for over a decade due to his style of music and outspoken views. Speaking during a recent episode of the Saleh Meditate podcast, the singer said his experience is tied to the legacy of his late father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, whose [...]

The headquarters of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has been sealed by personnel of the Nigeria Police for no apparent reason, ahead of its planned meeting of the National Executive Council (NEC) scheduled for Wednesday, April 6, 2026. The ACF National Publicity Secretary, Prof Muhammad-Baba, in a statement made available to DAILY POST, said: “The […] ACF protests alleged illegal sealing of headquarters by police in Kaduna

The Nigerian government extends heartfelt condolences to China following a deadly fireworks factory explosion in Hunan Province that claimed numerous lives Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-condoles-china-over-deadly-fireworks-factory-explosion/

Nigeria and the broader African continent are emerging as key drivers of global shipping growth, powered by a new wave of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) scaling exports through digital platforms and improved logistics infrastructure. This is according to the African Shipping Outlook 2025 released by Topship, which highlights a structural transformation in how […]

Nigeria’s private sector sustained its fragile recovery in April 2026 as the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) reported a marginal improvement in business conditions, with its Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) Current Business Performance Index rising to 102.1 points. The latest figure represents a slight increase from 101.2 points recorded in March, marking the fourth consecutive […]