Government has directed the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) to commence immediate payment of all affected cocoa farmers who are owed money, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced. Dr Ato Forson disclosed at a press briefing following an emergency Cabinet meeting convened on Wednesday to address the deepening crisis in the cocoa sector.

MOSCOW - Russia has confirmed blocking Whatsapp and forcing its citizens to use State backed app Max. Telegram which is also highly popular in Russia and used widely by its forces in Ukraine has also been restricted by Russia's internet regulator Roskomnadzor. The post Russia confirms blocking Whatsapp and forcing citizens to use State backed app Max appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

The Ogun State Ministry of Environment has ordered the immediate closure of two business premises and a livestock farm for flagrant violation of environmental laws. The affected establishments are Crystal Palace Hotel at Adigbe, a confectionary and bakery store, Maa’bey Bakery at Laderin, as well as a livestock farm at Soyoye all in Abeokuta. Acting […] Ogun govt shuts down hotel, bakery over environmental infractions

Black Stars defender Mohammed Salisu will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a serious knee injury, team doctor Dr Prince Pambo has confirmed. The AS Monaco centre-back sustained an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during a French Ligue 1 clash against Olympique Lyonnais in January. The 26-year-old has since undergone successful surgery and […]

The management of Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Kaduna has said that it is committed to saving lives in spite of the ongoing strike action by the local chapter of National Association of Nigeria Nurses And Midwives (NANNM). In a statement signed by the Head of Information and Protocol, Usman Toma Haruna, the management argued that ‘’the […] Psychiatric hospital slams NANNM over strike

The Primate of All Nigeria, His Grace Archbishop Henry C. Ndukuba, has praised the efforts of the Federal Government and security agencies in tackling insecurity in Nigeria, while calling for sustained and more effective strategies to address persistent banditry and terrorism. The post Primate Ndukuba commends FG, urges stronger action against insecurity appeared first on Vanguard News.

Femi Otedola claims full Dangote Refinery capacity of 650,000 bpd will significantly ease forex pressure, potentially strengthening the naira below ₦1,000/ Read More: https://punchng.com/full-dangote-refinery-capacity-could-drive-naira-below-%e2%82%a61000-otedola/

Dangote Refinery’s full-capacity operations, producing 75 million litres of PMS daily, could reduce fuel imports, ease forex pressure, and strengthen the naira.

The company said Seplat will carry out the planned exercise as part of standard industry safety and asset integrity protocols. The post Nigeria’s Power supply to be impacted as Seplat schedules four-day maintenance on gas facilities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, and Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, have commended Senate Deputy Whip, Senator Peter Nwaebonyi, for his conduct during a Wednesday face-off with colleagues at the budget defence of the Ministry of Works. The post Nwifuru, Umahi commend Senator Nwaebonyi after budget clash appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ghana’s economic expansion lost pace in November 2025, with fresh data from the Ghana Statistical Service showing that a sharp slowdown in industry weighed on overall performance despite continued strength in services and steady gains in agriculture.

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai was reportedly the subject of an arrest attempt by security agents upon his arrival at the Abuja airport. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-security-agents-attempted-to-arrest-el-rufai-at-abuja-airport-aide/

The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, alongside the Acting National Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Benson Upah, has called on the Department of State Security and other security agencies to arrest the party’s former National Chairman, Julius Abure, over an alleged illegal entry into the party’s National Secretariat. Usman and […] Arrest Abure now – LP Chairman, NLC tell DSS, other Nigerian security agencies

After a 2-1 defeat at home to Newcastle on Tuesday the north London club is just five points above the relegation zone. The post Tottenham ‘not a big club’ Postecoglou says after Frank sacking appeared first on Vanguard News.

Fabio Capello, the former England manager, has ignited debate by naming three football legends he considers superior to Cristiano Ronaldo. Capello, known for his forthright opinions, believes that Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, and Ronaldo Nazario possess a “genius” that elevates them above the Al-Nassr forward. Speaking on the Egyptian programme ‘Hat-trick’ on ON Sport, Capello […]

The mother of Nanyah, who died from a snakebite, has broken her silence. She shows the last WhatsApp chat she sent to her daughter before her death.

The expansion will also include the production of 2.4 million tonnes of polypropylene and 400,000 metric tonnes of Linear Alkyl Benzene, which is used in making detergents.

With this official sanction from the NCS, LFZ becomes the first and only zone in the country to operate a sanctioned green channel, reflecting globally recognised port-to-free-zone logistics and customs integration models successfully implemented in leading trade hubs in Middle-East and Asia. The post Lagos Free Zone secures historic Nigeria Customs approval for “Green Channel” with Lekki Deep Sea Port appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has sacked 43 personnel from its service over acts bordering on desertion, scandalous conduct, and patrol misconduct. The affected officers comprised 31 dismissed for desertion, five for scandalous behaviour, and seven for patrol related misconduct. Reacting to the sack, FRSC spokesperson, Olusegun Ogungbemide, said: “This action, just like others […]

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has stepped up bushfire prevention education across the Volta and Oti Regions, launching a coordinated campaign to safeguard critical power infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted electricity supply during the peak Harmattan season.

The House of Representatives Committee on Science and Engineering on Thursday stepped down the 2026 budget proposal of the National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEM).... The post 2026 budget: Reps step down NACETEM’s proposal, DG’s removal appeared first on Tribune Online.

"UEFA's position is clear and has not changed but we are looking into everything every day," Ceferin told reporters at the UEFA Congress in Brussels. The post UEFA position on Russia ban ‘has not changed’, says Ceferin appeared first on Vanguard News.

A voice note shares claims from Queen Dami's friend, shedding light on her alleged staged fainting incident amid drama with Portable, sparking widespread reactions.

Feeling bloated after eating? Learn 7 natural remedies to ease bloating after meals and support healthy digestion. The post 7 natural ways to ease bloating after meals appeared first on Tribune Online.

A 12-year-old female student was kidnapped by masked, armed men in the Challenge area of Ibadan. Police have confirmed the incident and are investigating. Read More: https://punchng.com/12-year-old-girl-kidnapped-in-oyo/

The Catchment Area Community Alliance (CACA) has launched a public appeal to the Presidency and the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, demanding a "credible investor" to take over the Bogoso-Prestea Mine in the Western Region.

Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych was barred from competing in the men’s skeleton event at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games on Thursday, 12th February, after refusing to compromise on his “helmet of memory.” The helmet features the faces of Ukrainian athletes killed since Russia’s full-scale invasion. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) stated that […]

The JUSTMOH Construction Limited, the contractor working on the 23-kilometre Takoradi-Agona Nkwanta dual carriageway project, has expressed concern about some incidents of attacks on its workers by residents in some communities along the road.  

Describing Africa as a predominantly young continent, Jonathan said growing frustration among youths should not be mistaken for a rejection of democracy. The post Africa cannot sustain democracy without young leaders – Jonathan appeared first on Tribune Online.

For the second time in one week, the trial of eleven suspects linked to the killing of ARISE News correspondent, Somtochukwu Maduagwu and security guard Barnabas Danlami has stalled again at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Jabi. Abuja. ‎ Proceedings on the trial on Thursday got stalled owing to the […] Trial of robbery suspects in killing of ARISE Reporter, Somtochukwu Maduagwu stalled again

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Keta, Wisdom Seade, has reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to improving environmental sanitation following a successful large-scale community clean-up exercise held across several communities within the Keta Municipality.

To understand the intent, it helps to revisit the origin. Panenka honed the method in training with Bohemians Prague, wagering chocolate and beer with his goalkeeper after sessions. He observed a pattern: keepers, under pressure, tended to move early

At this critical juncture in our national life, it is vital that we speak about something that touches every breath we take in this country: security and justice. Not as abstract phrases buried in policy documents, but as the air our children breathe, the peace of our homes, the freedom to move, speak, and live […] The post National security, justice, and the people’s wellbeing: Reclaiming the purpose of power, By Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Governor Dapo Abiodun has announced plans to establish what he described as the largest dairy and cattle ranches in Nigeria, to be sited in Ipokia and Yewa South Local Government Areas, with an initial capacity of 5,000 herds of cattle. The post FG to establish mega dairy, cattle ranches in Ogun — Abiodun appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Chelsea defender, Frank Leboeuf has told Liverpool’s player Mohamed Salah that the Egyptian no longer has talent. The Egyptian has been playing at Anfield for nine seasons now, after moving from AS Roma in the summer of 2017. He had great stats for the club, having scored 251 goals and made 120 assists in […] EPL: ‘Your talent has vanished, you’re now ordinary player’ – Leboeuf to Salah

ABUJA – A former chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Oladimeji Fabiyi, has been inaugurated as the Deputy National Financial Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The nomination…