Nigeria’s telecom regulator (NCC) warns tower companies of sanctions for poor service quality, mandating increased infrastructure investment to improve net Read More: https://punchng.com/tower-companies-face-sanctions-over-telecom-service-quality/

Kwara State University partners with CRC Credit Bureau to improve access to credit through data-driven research, bridging the gap between academia and indu Read More: https://punchng.com/kwasu-lecturers-seal-pact-on-research-policy-development/

The Lagos State Government urges employers to enhance workplace safety and support workers’ mental well-being through Employee Assistance Programmes. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-urges-action-on-workplace-safety-mental-health/

A Lagos couple, Paul Onyeama and Adline Ogbonna, were arrested in Igando for allegedly beating their 10-year-old adopted daughter to death after weeks of a Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-couple-beats-adopted-daughter-to-death/

Gunmen have abducted a farm manager, Afolabi Ajayi, in the Imafon community of Ondo State. Police have deployed tactical teams to rescue the victim. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kidnap-farm-manager-in-ondo-community/

Over 300 delegates at the Yale Model African Union conference discuss policy and innovation to build Africa’s economic future, focusing on youth and agricu Read More: https://punchng.com/ymau-over-300-delegates-chart-africas-economic-future/

A Nigerian murder suspect, Olaolukitan Abel, linked to the killing of a DHS officer in Georgia, has been found dead in his detention cell. Read the details Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-american-murder-suspect-found-dead-in-us-detention/

CSCS Plc shareholders approved a N1.78 dividend per share, totaling N8.9bn, at the 32nd AGM, following strong 2025 financial performance. Read More: https://punchng.com/cscs-shareholders-approve-n1-78-dividend/

Rivers State Police smash a notorious car theft ring, arresting four suspects and recovering several stolen vehicles. Read the full details here. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-smash-four-man-car-theft-ring-in-rivers/

The Edo NDLEA command seized 748.02kg of controlled drugs, including tramadol and diazepam, from a truck on the Benin-Lagos Expressway, arresting two suspe Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-ndlea-intercepts-748kg-of-illicit-drugs/

Suspected armed herders reportedly killed at least seven people in a late-night Benue community attack in Logo Local Government Area, injuring several othe Read More: https://punchng.com/seven-villagers-feared-killed-in-benue-community-attack/

A UNILAG undergraduate testifies in the rape case against a lecturer, Dr. Samuel Ojogbo, detailing the alleged incident in a Lagos court. Read More: https://punchng.com/rape-lagos-court-hears-unilag-students-testimony/

Suspected thugs attacked the popular Farm Centre mobile phone market in Kano, injuring several traders and customers while stealing phones and valuables. Read More: https://punchng.com/traders-injured-as-suspected-thugs-invade-kano-market/

Prudential Zenith Life partners with the Lagos Food Bank Initiative to tackle hunger, providing essential food aid to over 200 underserved households. Read More: https://punchng.com/prudential-zenith-life-lagos-food-bank-tackle-hunger/

Lagos unveils its new AI-powered emergency system, LERMS, a digital platform designed to improve response times, coordination, and public safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-deploys-ai-powered-system-to-tackle-emergencies/

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) defied inflation, with investor gains reaching N5.5tn. The market cap surged to N145.335tn, driven by robust trading. Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-defies-inflation-as-investors-gain-n5-5tn/

Transcorp Hotels Plc reports strong Q1 2026 results, with revenue reaching N22.41bn. Discover the details of their impressive financial performance and gro Read More: https://punchng.com/transcorp-hotels-posts-n22-41bn-q1-revenue/

OPay’s COO urges fintechs to shift from transaction volume to improving user financial health, leveraging data and AI for real transformation and value. Read More: https://punchng.com/prioritise-health-over-volume-opay-urges-fintechs/

Edo State signs an agreement with a Chinese firm for a 10 million metric tonne cement production plant to boost employment and industrial growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-partners-chinese-firm-for-cement-production/

Nasarawa State calls on Dangote Group for expanded industrial investments, leveraging its vast mineral resources to boost job creation and economic growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-woos-dangote-for-expanded-industrial-investments/

Jetour Nigeria confirms its exclusive distribution rights, expanding its dealer network to ensure genuine parts, service, and warranties nationwide. Read More: https://punchng.com/jetour-nigeria-secures-exclusive-rights-expands-dealer-network/

Discover how Nigeria’s new VAT sharing formula boosted state earnings to N1.18tn in Q1 2026, a 22.35% increase. Learn about the updated allocation. Read More: https://punchng.com/states-earn-n1-18tn-vat-under-new-formula/

Struggling to choose a topic for your WAEC English essay? Learn key strategies to pick a winning question, avoid common mistakes, and score high. Read More: https://punchng.com/waec-english-before-you-choose-that-essay-topic/

An analysis of Nigeria’s economic policy, its resistance to IMF and World Bank loans, and the strategic importance of the Dangote Refinery for growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-shoot-down-the-gathering-global-hawks/

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is financing three new Nigerian refineries to cut dependence on imported fuel and boost local production. Read More: https://punchng.com/afreximbank-funds-three-new-nigerian-refineries/

Experts warn of a worsening public health crisis in Nigeria due to surging plastic pollution. Learn about the risks and the urgent need for solutions. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-risks-worsening-health-crisis-as-plastic-pollution-surges-experts/

Dermatologists raise alarms over the skin bleaching cancer risk. Learn how harmful ingredients in lightening creams can lead to cancerous growths. Read More: https://punchng.com/dermatologists-raise-the-alarm-over-rising-skin-cancer-cases/

Nigerian ecologist Dr. Iroro Tanshi wins the 2026 Green Nobel Prize for protecting endangered bats and helping communities prevent destructive wildfires. Read More: https://punchng.com/tanshis-green-nobel-prize-the-ignored-good-news/

Using petrol or kerosene for motion sickness? Experts warn this practice can damage lungs, kidneys, and the brain. Learn about the real risks and safe reme Read More: https://punchng.com/doctors-warn-against-use-of-petrol-kerosene-for-motion-sickness/

Abia State Governor Alex Otti assures outstanding corps members of automatic employment, a move to reward excellence and boost human capital development. Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-promises-automatic-employment-for-outstanding-abia-corps-members/

Pan-Atlantic University & partners launch a youth training program to equip 2,500 young people with skills to tackle global challenges like climate change. Read More: https://punchng.com/pan-atlantic-university-11-others-train-2500-youths-on-global-challenges/

The Lagos State Government reaffirms its commitment to prompt pension payments, urging retiring public servants to complete documentation early for a smoot Read More: https://punchng.com/lasg-assures-retirees-of-prompt-pensions-urges-documentation/

United Capital Plc reports a 17% increase in profit after tax to N28.15bn for 2025, driven by strong revenue growth, and boosts total dividends by 25%. Read More: https://punchng.com/united-capital-posts-n28bn-profit-lifts-shareholder-returns/

Nigerian police have arrested two railway vandals in Nasarawa State, recovering materials worth N400m and rejecting a N100m bribe offer to release them. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-reject-n100m-bribe-arrest-two-railway-vandals/

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