The IMF commends Nigeria’s economic reforms for contributing to regional growth but warns new global shocks and rising living costs threaten progress. Read More: https://punchng.com/imf-hails-nigeria-reform-model-despite-challenges/

Nigeria’s RMAFC is strengthening collaboration with government institutions to attract foreign investment and boost national revenue generation. Read More: https://punchng.com/rmafc-seeks-stronger-ties-to-boost-investment-inflows/

The Bauchi State Government has sacked a driver for negligence that led to a fatal auto crash, resulting in the deaths of two journalists on assignment. Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-govt-sacks-driver-over-journalists-deaths-in-autocrash/

The University of Lagos unveils a new maritime hub, donated by NIMASA, to advance Nigeria’s marine and blue economy through research and innovation. Read More: https://punchng.com/unilag-unveils-maritime-hub/

Nigeria has intensified efforts to host the African Union’s African Monetary Institute, signalling a renewed push toward deeper monetary cooperation and financial integration across the continent, as preparations gather pace for the institute’s planned take-off in September 2026. The renewed commitment was reinforced on the sidelines of the ongoing IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-intensifies-push-to-host-african-monetary-institute/

MTN Nigeria has suspended its Xtratime airtime and data lending service to comply with new digital credit regulations by the FCCPC. Read the details. Read More: https://punchng.com/mtn-suspends-xtratime-over-new-lending-regulations/

Ecobank Nigeria announces the 5th Adire Lagos Experience. This year’s theme, ‘Threads Across Borders,’ celebrates Nigerian art with pan-African vendors. Read More: https://punchng.com/ecobank-to-hold-adire-lagos-experience-5-0/

Society for Family Health and Taraba State train 122 health workers to boost HIV service delivery and integrate HIV care into primary healthcare centres. Read More: https://punchng.com/sfh-taraba-train-122-health-workers-to-tackle-hiv/

Occupancy at the Kaduna Widows’ Estate has surged to over 65% as initial security fears subside. Discover how the project provides safe, affordable housing Read More: https://punchng.com/subscribers-occupy-kaduna-widows-estate-as-security-fears-ease/

The Nigerian equities market sees its market cap surge by N1.66tn, driven by strong buying interest. Learn about the top gainers, losers, and market sentim Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-market-cap-surges-by-n1-66tn/

UNICEF partners with Borno local governments to advance child birth registration in Borno, ensuring children in rural areas get a legal identity for access Read More: https://punchng.com/unicef-borno-lgs-take-birth-registration-exercise-to-rural-areas/

A political forum insists Nasarawa North should produce the next governor, aiming to retain power in the state for the upcoming 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/forum-supports-nasarawa-norths-bid-to-retain-power/

Afreximbank reports stellar 2025 results with net profit climbing 18% to $1.15bn and total assets surging to N56.7trn, boosting African trade. Read More: https://punchng.com/afreximbank-profit-rises-to-1-15bn-as-assets-hit-n56-7trn/

Lagos’ Bureau of Public Defender educates market women on their legal rights, promoting access to justice for vulnerable groups with free legal services. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-agency-takes-access-to-justice-campaign-to-market-women/

FirstBank partners with Ekiti State to provide startup funding for 60 local enterprises, boosting innovation and empowering entrepreneurs, especially women Read More: https://punchng.com/firstbank-ekiti-fund-60-startups/

Explore the reasons behind the wave of tech layoffs, from fixing pandemic-era overhiring to a strategic pivot towards AI and cost-saving measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/global-tech-layoffs-signal-structural-reset/

A DNA test has confirmed a 64-year-old grandfather impregnated his 16-year-old granddaughter in Niger State. The man has been arrested after the test showe Read More: https://punchng.com/dna-result-confirms-man-impregnated-granddaughter/

The IMF advises Nigeria to focus on sustainability as its public debt rises. Learn about the country’s debt structure and calls for manageable financing. Read More: https://punchng.com/imf-cautions-nigeria-on-debt-as-borrowing-climbs/

The Kwara North APC caucus urges political aspirants to focus on the region’s worsening insecurity over the 2027 governorship zoning agitation. Read More: https://punchng.com/priotise-security-over-political-agitation-kwara-apc/

Plateau residents allege ongoing ‘secret killings’ in Jos North, sparking fear despite new peace-building initiatives aimed at fostering community dialogue Read More: https://punchng.com/plateau-residents-allege-secret-killings-as-foundation-preaches-peace/

Kebbi Governor Nasir Idris urges Nigerians to unite in prayers for Nigeria to overcome its lingering security challenges and calls for divine intervention. Read More: https://punchng.com/we-must-unite-in-prayers-to-save-nigeria-idris/

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PROFESSOR Pat Utomi has once again chosen to dance naked in the public square, playing to the gallery with a familiar cocktail of grandstanding and gloom. This time, he has come to dismiss the reform programme of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as “ridiculous”, “poorly structured”, and, in a flourish of intellectual overreach, a “Ponzi scheme”. […]

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“Our endorsement is premised on the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of the president, where our economy is stabilising, insecurity is being tackled head-on and improved critical infrastructure across the country.

THE Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), in collaboration with the Centre for International Private Enterprise (CIPE), has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering ethical business conduct and enhancing corporate governance frameworks across Nigeria. It restated the commitment during a programme: Ethics 1st Initiative held at NECA House in Ikeja, Lagos, that brought together key stakeholders from […]

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Kogi police rescue one victim and arrest seven suspects following a kidnapping on the Ayere-Kabba Road. Efforts are ongoing to free other passengers. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-abducted-victim-arrest-seven-in-kogi/

MTN also noted that the temporary halt was not expected to significantly impact its earnings.

Lagos-born R and B artiste, Amma, is redefining what it means to feel everything out loud, crafting music that sits at the intersection of vulnerability and elegance. Rooted in the energy of Nigeria’s most restless city, her sound lingers in quiet emotional spaces, offering listeners a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Amma said, “Being […]

Tolani Otedola is famous as a Nigerian singer and daughter of tycoon Femi Otedola. Read on to discover fascinating details about her career and personal life.

The Chairman of Apapa Local Government, Hon. Idowu Adejumoke Senbanjo, has disbursed a total of ₦30 million to 300 residents in the second phase of the Apapa Constituency Residents’ Palliative Economic Generic Data (ACREPEGED) initiative, as part of efforts to cushion the impact of rising living costs.

Emenari said the passengers who were travelling on a Benue Links bus were abducted on Wednesday night.

Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest advance to the Europa League semis after defeating Bologna and Porto, setting up an all-English showdown. Find out how th Read More: https://punchng.com/villa-forest-set-up-all-english-showdown-in-europa-league-semis/

OPM Pastor Chibuzor Chinyere suspends marriage plans for his autistic daughter after receiving over 1,000 applications from potential suitors. Read More: https://punchng.com/opm-pastor-suspends-marriage-plans-for-autistic-daughter-after-1000-suitors-apply/

THE Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) has conferred its Honorary Fellowship on Chief Abiodun Adeniji, Group Chairman and Chief Executive of Jumbee Group, in recognition of his contributions to Nigeria’s financial market and the broader economy. Speaking at the conferment, Oluropo Dada, the Institute’s 13th president and chairman of Council, described the honour as one […]