By Patrick Akhere Ebojele, PhD Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo’s first Orientation and Strategic Leadership Retreat marks a major turning point in Edo State’s governance approach. Speaking at the opening of the three-day retreat for top government officials at Udomi Townhall in Esan Central Local Government Area, the governor made it clear that the gathering was […] The post Okpebholo’s first-ever retreat seeks to reset Edo governance for results appeared first on Tribune Online.

Despite the marginal loss at the close of the week, the naira maintained relative stability, supported by recent foreign exchange reforms introduced by the apex bank. The currency, however, experienced fluctuations during the week’s trading sessions.

Harare,— The International Monetary Fund and the Government of Zimbabwe have reached a staff-level agreement on a new 10-month Staff-Monitored Programme (SMP), marking a significant step in efforts to consolidate recent macroeconomic stabilisation gains and advance the country’s re-engagement with international creditors. The agreement follows IMF mission discussions held in Harare between January 28 and […]

Lagos taskforce enforces clampdown on Lagos street trading, clearing illegal stalls on Marina, Davies St, & Breadfruit St to restore order and ease traffic Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-taskforce-cracks-down-on-street-trading/

The reconstituted committee includes all 27 serving APC governors, the party’s former National Chairman, Bisi Akande, as well as Adams Oshiomhole, Abdullahi Adamu, and Abdullahi Ganduje.

The Kwara State Government has reversed increased daily ticketing charges, reverting Kwara transport levies to their original amounts following public outc Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-reverts-transport-operators-daily-ticketing-to-old-rates/

The APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, says various sub-committees to drive specific aspects of the convention would be constituted and unveiled in due course. The post APC reconstitutes 2026 convention committee, replaces Uzodimma with Masari appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

"The Senate rejected provisions allowing voters to download missing or unissued voter cards, blocked electronic transmission... The post CSOs urge Senate to reverse stance on electoral transparency appeared first on Tribune Online.

Super Eagles greats Nwankwo Kanu, Austin Okocha, and Daniel Amokachi will reunite for an Africa legend match in Abuja, promoting African culture and empowering youth

  The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) the umbrella body of health workers’ unions in Nigeria, on Friday suspended its 84-day nationwide indefinite strike, citing a reliable source, that the…

Mr Wike assured residents that all refuse, particularly across satellite towns, would be evacuated to restore environmental cleanliness. The post Wike gives contractors three-day ultimatum to clear Satellite Towns refuse appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria’s NUPRC is working to lower oil and gas operating costs by harmonizing regulatory fees to make the sector more competitive and attract investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/nuprc-targets-lower-oil-gas-operating-costs/

The Abia PDP commends INEC for recognizing the Anyanwu-led PDP National Committee, a move seen as upholding the rule of law and ending leadership disputes. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-pdp-hails-inecs-recognition-of-anyanwu-led-national-committee/

BIRNIN-KEBBI – Governor Nasir Idris has expressed his administration’s commitment to revitalising Kebbi State’s tourism sector, leveraging its rich cultural heritage and natural resources. According to Abdulllahi Idris Zuru, special adviser…

It was organised by a coalition of oncology researchers under the Network for Oncology Research in Africa (NORA), in collaboration with the International Research Centre of Excellence at the Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN) The post World Cancer Day: Health researchers take cancer awareness to FCT community appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A former INEC commissioner states Nigeria is not legally or technically ready for real-time electronic election results, citing infrastructure and manual v Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-not-ready-for-real-time-result-uploads-ex-inec-commissioner/

The wedding marathon of ten children of the Minister of State for Defence, began on Tuesday in Abuja. The post Tinubu, São Tomé and Príncipe president, other political leaders attend Matawale’s children’s wedding (PHOTOS) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Nigerian lady mentioned the three unusual items she carried to the NSPPD Lagos Conference. She posted a video explaining why she carried those particular items.

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to show greater respect and support for the country’s leaders rather than tearing them down through hate-driven narratives and social media attacks. In a post shared on her Facebook page on Friday night, Mrs Tinubu lamented that while many Nigerian leaders were “highly respected and […]

World-renowned neurosurgeon Wale Sulaiman has officially declared his intention to contest the 2027 Kwara gov race, citing his experience and network. Read More: https://punchng.com/renowned-neurosurgeon-joins-kwara-gov-race/

Lagos – The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) the umbrella body of health workers’ unions in Nigeria, on Friday suspended its 84-day nationwide indefinite strike, citing a reliable source, that…

The INEC chairman said that early planning and intelligence gathering were important to ensure that every electoral activity was conducted in a safe, peaceful and credible environment. The post FCT Poll: INEC tasks security agencies on planning, deployment, intelligence gathering appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major overhaul of sports funding in Nigeria, directing the relevant federal ministries to ensure that from the 2026 fiscal year, adequate resources for sporting infrastructure, programs, events, and international competitions are fully provided in the national budget and released promptly. The post Tinubu directs full funding for sports, promises support for athletes from 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State meets President Bola Tinubu amid national concerns following the release of abducted worshippers. Reactions from Nigerians follow.

HARARE - Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa says he has spent 28 of his 48 years actively engaged in national duty, public service and what he described as citizens’ assignments, opposing oppression and dictatorship for most of his youth and adult life. The post Chamisa marks birthday with reflection on 28 years opposing dictatorship in Zimbabwe appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

The two Nigerians were selected alongside 48 other global figures, including Ghanaian President John Mahama, for their contributions to shaping global development and policy.

The 2025 ranking of the top 10 states by net Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) receipts underscores a familiar fiscal pattern. Oil-producing states and leading commercial hubs dominate the table, The post FULL LIST: Top 10 states with highest FAAC allocation in 2025 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

HARARE - Delta Corporation, Zimbabwe’s largest beverage producer, recently said it paid US$315,2 million in taxes to the national fiscus in the year to December 31, 2025, but remains locked in a multi‑million‑dollar dispute with the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA). The post Delta keeps revenue flowing as US$14,6 million tax fight with ZIMRA drags on appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

The Obidient Movement threatens mass protest after the Senate rejected mandatory real-time electronic result transmission for the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/obidient-threatens-protest-over-senates-rejection-of-real-time-result-transmission/

Globacom has donated ₦1 billion to the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) to support security infrastructure in the state. The donation followed the company’s participation in the LSSTF Private The post Globacom donates ₦1bn to Lagos Security Trust Fund appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Forex (short for ‘foreign exchange’) is the global market where currencies are bought and sold. If you are curious and providing you’re cautious, it can be a fun way to learn how world events and local prices can nudge exchange-rates. The world of forex is also a place where hype travels faster than facts. This […] The post What beginners should know about forex trading In Kenya appeared first on HapaKenya.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has set in motion a sweeping reform of Nigeria’s sports sector, directing key ministries and agencies of the Federal Government to reset sports funding and make The post Tinubu unveils major sports sector reform, orders funding reset from 2026 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The organisations said the decisions of the upper chamber represent a retreat from the principles of transparency, certainty, and voter rights that underpinned the Electoral Act 2022. The post CSOs reject Senate vote on electoral bill, warn of threat to credible elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Head of State and Patron of the Bible Society of Nigeria (BSN), General Dr. Yakubu Gowon (rtd.), has called for renewed national commitment to moral and spiritual values, declaring that Nigeria’s long-term renewal must begin with lives transformed by the Word of God. The post Gowon urges moral renewal as Bible Society of Nigeria marks 60 years appeared first on Tribune Online.

Fresh attacks attributed to suspected armed herdsmen have rocked parts of Benue State, with Anwase Market in Mbaikyor Council Ward of Kwande Local Government Area reportedly razed, triggering renewed fear, displacement, and tension across affected communities. The post Fresh attacks rock Benue as suspected herdsmen torch market, villages deserted in Kwande, Apa LGAs appeared first on Vanguard News.

JOHANNESBURG - Outspoken Zimbabwean war veteran Blessed Geza, who led social media calls for the removal of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, died in the early hours of Friday at a cardio hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa. The post Mnangagwa rival Blessed Geza dies in South Africa, vows to “fight from the grave” appeared first on Nehanda Radio.