The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) said it has completed five groundbreaking research projects poised for intellectual property protection and market deployment. Aminu made the disclosure while welcoming stakeholders to the final peer review stage of PTDF’s Annual Oil and Gas Research Grant Competition and Endowment programmes, in Abuja on Wednesday. Aminu described the projects’ […]

President Tinubu extends the shea nut export ban until 2027 to boost local processing, add value, and strengthen Nigeria’s agricultural industry. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-extends-raw-shea-nut-export-ban-by-one-year/

1. Purpose of the Zimbabwe Circular Economy Taskforce Zimbabwe is committed to advancing sustainable economic growth, resource efficiency, and environmental stewardship in line with national development priorities, including Vision 2030 and broader climate resilience objectives. To support this transition, the Government of Zimbabwe shall establish a Zimbabwe Circular Economy Taskforce (“the Taskforce”). The Taskforce will […] The post Terms of Reference: Zimbabwe Circular Economy Taskforce (Proposed Framework) appeared first on The Zimbabwe Mail.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of the ban on the export of raw shea nuts for a further one year, from February 26, 2026, to February 25, 2027. A statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy), on Wednesday night, said the decision underscored the administration’s commitment to […]

Nigeria’s Defence Minister states that intelligence-driven operations, supported by space technology, are critical to defeating terrorism and other securit Read More: https://punchng.com/intelligence-driven-operations-critical-to-defeating-terrorists-defence-minister/

The International Booker Prize has released a longlist of 13 books for its 2026 edition. The books include: ‘Taiwan Travelogue’ by Yang Shuang-zi, translated from Mandarin Chinese by Lin King. ‘The Wax Child’ by Olga Ravn, translated from Danish by Martin Aitken. ‘Women Without Men’ by Shahrnush Parsipur, translated from Persian by Faridoun Farrokh. ‘The […]

Speaking on her rise to fame, the content creator said her path into the spotlight was filled with criticism and online harassment before she eventually gained confidence and recognition on social media.

Saudi airlines will restart direct flights from Jeddah to Abuja by January 2027, enhancing Nigeria-Saudi relations and travel for Hajj and Umrah. Read More: https://punchng.com/saudi-airlines-to-restart-jeddah-abuja-flights-by-2027-ambassador/

Former Edo State governorship candidate on the platform of Labour Party (LP), Barr. Olumide Akpata, SAN, has revealed that he and other ADC chieftains, including Peter Obi separately received intelligence from what he described as ‘reliable sources’, warning that a political event in Benin City, Edo State, would soon come under attack by unknown persons. […]

NNPP National Leader, Musa Kwankwaso, inaugurates the party’s new office in Ibadan, signaling strategic moves ahead of the 2027 general election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-kwankwaso-unveils-nnpp-office-in-ibadan/

The political crisis in Rivers was doused recently, with the Rivers State House of Assembly, on 19 February, withdrawing its impeachment move against Governor Fubara and his deputy following a fresh peace deal brokered by President Tinubu. The post With impeachment threat over, Fubara pledges to work with Rivers assembly appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has opened up about a humiliating experience she faced in the early days of her career, revealing that she was booed during a school performance. Speaking in an interview with Big Boy TV, the Grammy-winning artiste recalled how she had expected a warm reception as an up-and-coming act […]

Popular music producer and executive Olumide Ogunade, better known as ID Cabasa, has challenged the belief that wisdom comes automatically with age. Speaking on a recent episode of The Clarity Zone podcast, the 50-year-old said the assumption that older people are naturally wiser is not always true. “The assumption that the older you get, the […]

Olumide Akpata reveals how he and Peter Obi narrowly escaped an armed attack at an African Democratic Congress (ADC) political gathering in Edo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-peter-obi-i-escaped-attack-at-edo-adc-gathering-akpata/

Puerto Rican singer and actor Ricky Martin recently paid a surprise visit to Sip 305, a coffee shop close to Florida International University in Miami, Florida. The ‘Livin’ la Vida Loca’ pop star, who made a guest appearance at Bad Bunny’s Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, was stunned to find his name on a […]

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday night, charged the National Assembly to begin the process of amending the Constitution to incorporate State Police as part of efforts to tackle the nation’s security challenges. The post Amend constitution for state police, Tinubu urges senators appeared first on Vanguard News.

The first, and solo art exhibition of American alternative rapper Kid Cudi has just opened at the Ruttkowski 68 gallery in Paris. The show was exhibited in his real Scotty Ramon. Titled ‘Echoes of the Past’, the collection of striking paintings with flat backgrounds of pinks, greens, and blues is deeply cathartic. They feature the […]

The Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN) extends its heartfelt congratulations to AIG Tunji Olatunji Disu on his appointment as Inspector-General of Police by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Association…

Mr Masari said the convention would offer the APC an opportunity for reflection and consolidation, adding that the process must be orderly, inclusive, transparent, and respectful of internal democracy. The post APC Convention: Masari-led committee vows transparent process ahead of 2027 polls appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A 2D animation series titled ‘Olga’ has been picked up for worldwide distribution by MIAM! The series, which targets children aged 6 to 9 years old who have a scientific mind but find it difficult to relate to other children, is an international co-production between Apartment 11 Canada and Fabrique Fantastique (Belgium). It ranked 10th […]

The President of the Louvre Museum, Laurence des Cars, has resigned just days after a parliamentary inquiry into its most recent theft. De Cars resignation comes four months after a gang of thieves broke into the museum’s Apollo Gallery, carting away Napoleonic jewelry worth €88m (£76m) in what is now termed France’s most dramatic heist […]

Galatasaray's VP sets Victor Osimhen's price amid interest from top clubs like Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, highlighting his skyrocketing value.

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe will miss the Champions League match against Benfica due to a persistent knee injury. Learn more about the recovery timeline Read More: https://punchng.com/ucl-mbappe-ruled-out-of-benfica-clash-with-injury/

Arsenal’s 2025 financial results reveal record £691m revenue, cutting losses to just £1.4m. Strong Champions League run and commercial deals fuel growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/arsenal-cut-losses-to-1-4m-as-revenues-hit-record-691m-in-2025/

Over 25 films are billed to spark children’s imagination at the New York International Film Festival, which opens February 28 to March 15. For three weekends, the festival will stream incredible films and stories from across the globe that will satisfy fans of every genre, from “monster movies to life on the seashore, or floating […]

The District Governor, Rotary International District 9127, Dr. Joy Nky Okoro, said the organisation has helped the world to prevent and control the outbreak of diseases in the last 121 years. She said Rotary has reduced polio globally by 99 per cent. Okoro said these during the grand finale of the Rotary Day Celebration (RODAC) […]

Senator Rowland Owie, a prominent leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Chief Whip of the Senate, has categorically denied what he described as “baseless and malicious allegations”…

High-stakes streamer X7Dave signs a massive $32M annual deal with Spartans Casino, signaling the platform’s major expansion into the global gaming market. Read More: https://punchng.com/32m-per-year-x7dave-signs-major-deal-with-spartans-casino-as-platform-expands-its-global-presence/

Galatasaray have said that the value of Victor Osimhen has doubled. Abdullah Kavukcu, the vice president of the Turkish giants, said this while addressing the press ahead of the UEFA Champions League clash with Juventus in Turin on Wednesday. He said that the value of Osimhen, has now doubled. The ex-Napoli player signed a long-term […] Turkey: Osimhen has proved everyone wrong, his value has doubled – Galatasaray

Champion Breweries Plc (“Champion” or “the Company”) today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of the Bullet brand portfolio from Sun Mark, marking a transformative milestone in the Company’s strategic expansion into a diversified, pan-African beverage platform. The acquisition, previously announced on 20 August 2025, gives Champion ownership of the Bullet brand assets, trademarks, […] Champion Breweries completes acquisition of Bullet brand portfolio, expands into 14 African markets

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has sworn in the newly appointed Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Olubunmi Oyewole. With the swearing-in of Justice Oyewole, the apex court now has its full compliment of 21 Justices, provided under Section 230(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution, as amended. The CJN, who administered the […]

The continent of Africa has always held a fascinating mix of natural resources, entrepreneurial talent, and emerging markets that continue to draw attention from economists, investors, and the global media. In 2026, the billionaire landscape in Africa is particularly notable for the impressive wealth gains of key figures from Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt. While […] The post African Billionaire Rankings: Who gained the most in early 2026? appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

With its direct sale ending, BlockDAG (BDAG) offers a locked-in 500x potential at $0.0001 before its launch. Discover why it’s the next crypto to explode. Read More: https://punchng.com/smart-buyers-chase-500x-potential-in-the-final-6-days-of-blockdags-direct-sale-while-xrp-dogecoin-stall/

Francis Onoiribholo The Coalition of Registered Political Parties, CRPP, says it has condemned in totality, the shooting and wanton destruction of vehicles at Chief John Odigie-Oyegun’s house on Tuesday by…

The findings are contained in the latest Women, Business and the Law report released on Tuesday. The post Women enjoy only two-thirds of men’s legal rights despite reforms- Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The National Assembly has been called upon to enact legislation that would prevent the arbitrary revocation of land allocations in Abuja. Festus Uwakhemen, a realtor and member of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), made the appeal in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja. He said the proposed legislation would provide property […] National Assembly told to enact laws to halt arbitrary revocation of lands in Abuja