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Makinde, Ladoja fault Fayose over alleged dethronement plot
Oyo Gov. Seyi Makinde and Olubadan Ladoja refute claims by Ayodele Fayose of an alleged dethronement plot, calling it a baseless political rumor. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-ladoja-fault-fayose-over-alleged-dethronement-plot/
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Tinubu: A Roving Scandal
Our president, Bola Tinubu, is working very hard to occupy a prominent position in the book of infamy. He does unbelievable things. Sometimes unimaginable. Whenever this happens, the people cringe in amazement. They wonder at the strange possibility the president is foisting on the Nigerian landscape. But there is always a quick but sophistical interjection […]
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CBN tightens oversight as digital finance expands
The Central Bank of Nigeria is tightening its oversight of the digital finance sector to boost stability, protect consumers, and build investor confidence. Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-tightens-oversight-as-digital-finance-expands/
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Providus Bank supports SMEs for global trade expansion
Providus Bank launches its Training to Transaction Programme to help African SMEs in global trade, offering practical support for international market acce Read More: https://punchng.com/providus-bank-supports-smes-for-global-trade-expansion/
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W’Bank cuts Nigeria’s growth projection amid oil volatility
The World Bank revises Nigeria’s economic growth forecast for 2026 downward, citing oil price volatility, geopolitical tensions, and domestic challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/wbank-cuts-nigerias-growth-projection-amid-oil-volatility/
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Aviation finance body targets N500m sustainability fund
Nigeria’s aviation finance gets a boost as ICAN’s Aviation Chapter plans a N500m endowment fund to enhance governance and professional development. Read More: https://punchng.com/aviation-finance-body-targets-n500m-sustainability-fund/
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Ecobank plans national schools chess championship
Ecobank Nigeria and the Nigeria Chess Federation announce the 2026 National Schools Chess Championship, gathering over 2,000 students for a N20m prize pool Read More: https://punchng.com/ecobank-plans-national-schools-chess-championship/
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CPPE faults W’Bank policy on fuel, food imports
The CPPE critiques the World Bank policy to increase fuel and food imports, warning it could harm Nigeria’s economic gains and self-sufficiency goals. Read More: https://punchng.com/cppe-faults-wbank-policy-on-fuel-food-imports/
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Cormart leads gas energy transition push
Cormart Nigeria champions a gas energy transition, using 5MW gas engines to reduce emissions, lower costs, and ensure stable production amid grid issues. Read More: https://punchng.com/cormart-leads-gas-energy-transition-push/
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Liberia woos Nigerian investors to fuel economic growth
Liberia is courting Nigerian investors to accelerate its economic recovery, offering preferential access and a ‘first right of refusal’ on key projects. Read More: https://punchng.com/liberia-woos-nigerian-investors-to-fuel-economic-growth/
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Researchers decry regressive implicit tax as rent inflation escalates
A growing wave of housing rent inflation in Nigeria is increasingly functioning as a “regressive implicit tax” on urban households, eroding real incomes and worsening multidimensional poverty, according to researchers and housing policy experts. The warning was raised by Ayinde Yemisi of Covenant University, Ota, who argued that the rapid escalation in rent prices reflects […]
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Lafarge expands female driver empowerment programme
Lafarge Africa expands its ‘Women on Wheels’ initiative, graduating 15 female truck drivers to address driver shortages and promote inclusivity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/lafarge-expands-female-driver-empowerment-programme/
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Rising diesel prices cripple fishing sector
Members of the Nigerian Trawlers Owners Association, NITOA, have said more than 80 per cent of their vessels were currently grounded due to the sharp rise in diesel prices. The post Rising diesel prices cripple fishing sector appeared first on Vanguard News.
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CPPE disagrees with World Bank over fuel, food imports
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, CPPE, has disagreed with the World Bank over its proposed policy advocating increased importation of petroleum products and food into the country. The post CPPE disagrees with World Bank over fuel, food imports appeared first on Vanguard News.
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FG tasks Dangote Sugar to hit 600,000MT
Nigeria’s government challenges Dangote Sugar production, setting a 600,000 metric tonne target by 2030 to achieve national self-sufficiency. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-tasks-dangote-sugar-to-hit-600000mt/
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Police reject report of 1,100 kidnappings in 90 days
The Nigerian Police Force disputes an Amnesty International report claiming 1,100 kidnappings in 90 days, calling the figures unverified and unchecked. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-reject-report-of-1100-kidnappings-in-90-days/
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ADC fixes May 12 inauguration as Mark camp tightens grip on state excos
African Democratic Congress, ADC, has fixed May 12, 2026, for the inauguration of its newly elected state executives, as the David Mark-led leadership pushes ahead to consolidate its hold on the party, despite ongoing internal crisis. The post ADC fixes May 12 inauguration as Mark camp tightens grip on state excos appeared first on Vanguard News.
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SERAP seeks probe into N2.9bn missing funds in satellite agency
SERAP urges President Tinubu to investigate the alleged disappearance of N2.9bn in public funds involving NIGCOMSAT and the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Aut Read More: https://punchng.com/serap-seeks-probe-into-n2-9bn-missing-funds-in-satellite-agency/
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Eko Hotels anniversary event boosts tourism advocacy drive
Eko Hotels & Suites hosts the Africa Legacy Summit to boost African tourism, focusing on collaboration, investment, and unlocking the continent’s potential Read More: https://punchng.com/eko-hotels-anniversary-event-boosts-tourism-advocacy-drive/
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Meta seeks to overturn $25,000 ruling in Falana case
Meta challenges a $25,000 judgment awarded to Femi Falana, arguing the court lacked jurisdiction and it’s not liable for third-party content. Read More: https://punchng.com/meta-seeks-to-overturn-25000-ruling-in-falana-case/
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Conviction of terrorists ‘ll give hope to victims — US, CSOs, lawyer
AMID rising insecurity across the country, the United States, civil society organizations, CSOs, and a senior lawyer have hailed the conviction and sentencing of Boko Haram terrorists to life imprisonment by the Federal High Court in Abuja. The post Conviction of terrorists ‘ll give hope to victims — US, CSOs, lawyer appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Govt intensifies mining crackdown, expands local processing
Nigeria’s government ramps up its mining crackdown, partnering with regional commissions to formalize operations, boost local processing, and grow the econ Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-intensifies-mining-crackdown-expands-local-processing/
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Minister cannot interfere in individual tax enforcement, says NRS
THE Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has clarified that the Minister of Finance does not have the authority to interfere in specific tax enforcement actions, stressing the agency’s operational independence under the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act No. 4. In its recently released “100 Frequently Asked Questions” on the new tax framework, the NRS explained that […]
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23-year-old arrested with severed head of six-year-old Oyo girl
Oyo State Police command has arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly killing a six-year-old girl and severing her head in Ibadan. Read More: https://punchng.com/23-year-old-arrested-with-severed-head-of-six-year-old-oyo-girl/
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Sultan of Sokoto debunks AI image on Benue crisis
The media team of the Sultan of Sokoto, yesterday, debunked a misleading post circulating on social media platforms linking the Sultan to the crisis in Benue State. The post Sultan of Sokoto debunks AI image on Benue crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Killings under-reported, security crisis deepening —Gbenga Hashim
Former presidential candidate, Dr Gbenga Hashim, has raised fresh alarm over the wave of killings spreading across parts of Nigeria, warning that many of the deaths were not being fully reported and that the country’s security crisis was worsening. The post Killings under-reported, security crisis deepening —Gbenga Hashim appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Abiodun hails Egbetokun’s policing legacy, security reforms
Ogun Governor Dapo Abiodun praises Kayode Egbetokun’s policing legacy, highlighting his visionary leadership and commitment to national security. Read More: https://punchng.com/abiodun-hails-egbetokuns-policing-legacy-security-reforms/
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Air traffic controllers raise the alarm over ageing infrastructure
Nigerian air traffic controllers raise alarms over a brewing aviation crisis, citing ageing infrastructure, poor welfare, and immense strain on safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/air-traffic-controllers-raise-the-alarm-over-ageing-infrastructure/
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M-East crisis: Trump vows to block Strait of Hormuz after failed peace talks
US President, Donald Trump, yesterday, said the US Navy would immediately start blockading the Strait of Hormuz and also stop every vessel in international waters that had paid toll to Iran after the peace talk between both countries failed. The post M-East crisis: Trump vows to block Strait of Hormuz after failed peace talks appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Govt strengthens border governance at West Africa forum
Nigeria participates in a regional forum to enhance border governance, sharing its experience to improve security and cross-border cooperation in West Afri Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-strengthens-border-governance-at-west-africa-forum/
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Okpebholo inspects roads to connect 15 communities
Edo Governor Okpebholo inspects the second phase of new Edo State roads. The project aims to connect 15 communities and boost rural economic growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-inspects-roads-to-connect-15-communities/
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Insecurity: What goes around comes around
Exploring the cycle of insecurity in Nigeria, its devastating impact on the economy, military, and citizens, and the political responses across administrat Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-what-goes-around-comes-around/
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Nigeria aligns policy, research to boost agri-food sector
Nigeria unites policymakers and researchers to transform its agri-food sector by aligning policy, evidence, and implementation for measurable impact. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-aligns-policy-research-to-boost-agri-food-sector/
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2027: Ogun APC holds caucus meeting today
The Ogun State APC caucus is meeting to discuss party unity, review political developments, and strategize for the upcoming 2027 elections in Abeokuta. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ogun-apc-holds-caucus-meeting-today/
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Kano APC stakeholders settle for Garo as deputy gov
Kano APC stakeholders have nominated Murtala Garo as the new Kano deputy governor, set to succeed Aminu Gwarzo following his recent resignation. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-apc-stakeholders-settle-for-garo-as-deputy-gov/
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Nigerian economy: Overcoming these external shocks from war
Explore how external shocks from war impact the Nigerian economy, leading to inflation and hardship, and discover proposed policy solutions to help stabili Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-economy-overcoming-these-external-shocks-from-war/
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