The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), says it has commenced an expanded investigation into pricing templates behind high ticket rates charge by some airlines on some domestic routes. A statement issued by Mr Ondaje Ijagwu, the Director, Corporate Affairs of the Commission in Abuja on Friday, said the investigation was to establish possible […] The post FG begins expanded investigations to determine exploitation in airfare price appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria is approaching a fiscal cliff, and the world is watching a tragedy unfold in slow motion. Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Africa’s largest economy has become a nation that borrows aggressively, spends vaguely, delivers nothing, and explains even less. It is a textbook case of how a resource-rich state collapses not from war or […]

The Vice-Chancellor Caleb University, Prof. Olalekan Asikhia, has identified economic inequality, discrimination, lack of jobs, and poor infrastructure, as well as its impact on business operations, as part of the challenges Africa faces in its quest to move out of The post Expert links failure of poverty intervention programmes to corruption, systemic issues appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Justice Adetayo Aluko of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday revoked the preliminary order which placed General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL) and its assets under the purported Receiver Manager appointed by the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), Seyi The post AMCON loses as court revokes GHL receivership order appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Experts have renewed calls for stronger environmental protection measures to safeguard Ghana’s soils, warning that continued degradation poses a direct threat to food security, public health and sustainable urban development. The call was made at the 2025 World Soil Day celebration held at the Soil Research Institute of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-SRI), against the backdrop of increasing pressure on the country’s lands from illegal mining, pollution and excessive use of chemical fertilisers.

Five million ticket requests for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, have been submitted since the last sales phase opened. The… The post FIFA Received 5m Ticket Requests For The 2026 World Cup appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A man identified as Ayilola opened up about the backlash he faced after receiving a N20M donation from Don Jazzy, revealing the intense scrutiny he endured

Dance your dance of hope and joy. I think the rainmakers are dancing too.  Refreshing raindrops drip and dance on the crown of my happy head, zigzag while sandwiched between the contours of my eyes, ears, nose, mouth and neck, all the way down to the sole of my feet. Dance your dance of hope […]

Chairman of the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons (GCPS) and Vice Chancellor of Family Health University, Prof. Enyonam Yao Kwawukume, has urged newly inducted members of the College to pursue innovation, uphold ethics, and embrace teamwork as they transition into advanced medical practice.

Community leaders at Kwame Danso in the Bono East Region have issued a strong condemnation and a public apology following a recent attack on the district court and police station in the area by unidentified assailants.

HE is not a stranger to royalty. He grew up in it. He is also steeped in the ways and traditions of his Uvuru. The 27 December, 2025 celebration of the coronation of His Royal Highness Eze Sir Iheanacho Chinyereze Mbalewe as the Ezeoha III of Uvuru Autonomous Community in Aboh-Mbaise Local Government Area of […] Ezeoha III: Uvuru’s first Royal Son ascends the throne

The N5.6bn BUK solar plant had collapsed two years after launch, cutting savings, worsening power supply, and prompting a federal 6MW revival plan.

As government-led blood-lead screening continues in Ogijo, environmental expert Abayomi Ladapo has urged the government to move swiftly into the most crucial phase of the response with full-scale environmental remediation and long-term exposure prevention. Ladapo disclosed that while screening is The post Without decisive intervention, new cases of lead poisoning will emerge – Expert appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Ambassador James Duro Olufemi Sokoya, a veteran career diplomat and former Nigerian envoy, who passed away at the age of 94, The post Tinubu mourns ex-diplomat, Sokoya, hails lifetime of service, nation-building appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria has formally disowned the Very Large Crude Carrier, Skipper, seized by United States authorities over allegations of crude oil theft, piracy and other transnational crimes, insisting that the vessel is neither Nigerian-flagged nor owned by any company registered with The post Seized supertanker neither Nigerian-owned nor Nigerian-flagged, NIMASA tells U.S. appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The EFCC has yet to issue a public statement regarding the ruling.  The post Court Orders EFCC To Apologise To Dubai-Based Businessman, Awards Damages appeared first on Channels Television.

Banks will be required to request a Tax Identification Number (TIN) from all taxable Nigerians from January 1, 2026, when the new tax laws become effective, according to the Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, The post Banks required to request tax ID from taxable persons – Oyedele appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

LG Electronics has firmly cemented its dominance in Nigeria’s electronics and home appliance market by sweeping four prestigious awards at the Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria (BJAN) Conference & Awards… The post LG Electronics Secures Quadruple Honours At BJAN, Consumer Value Award 2025 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago admits to the abduction of 315 pupils from St Mary’s Catholic School, a reversal of his earlier denial of the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/bago-admits-315-pupils-abducted-from-niger-school-two-parents-die/

P-Square, comprising Mr P and his twin brother Paul Okoye, last visited Jos as a duo in 2018, performing at a concert that drew thousands of fans. The post Quiet streets greet Peter Psquare’s visit to Jos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Squeezed between import substitution and dependency syndrome, a condition characterized by a set of associated economic symptoms—that is rules and regulations—majority of African countries are shifting from United States and Europe to an incoherent alternative bilateral partnerships with Russia, China and the Global South.   By forging new partnerships, for instance with Russia, these African […]

A new regional review has revealed serious gaps in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) across West and Central Africa, raising concern about the wellbeing of millions of women, girls, adolescents, and marginalised groups.

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has acknowledged the Quality of Service, QoS, challenges being experienced in Abuja, which have affected the telecommunications experience of subscribers. In response, the Commission said it is collaborating with major stakeholders and licensees to address these challenges, adding that they are largely caused by disruptions to diesel supply affecting IHS […] NCC gives reasons for poor network challenges in Abuja

The Challenge was designed to promote accuracy, innovation and gender-intentional development, while leveraging the influence of governors and health leaders to strengthen PHC delivery nationwide. The post Yobe wins PHC leadership challenge as states advocate health reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

William Attah, Gombe The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Gombe State Government are strengthening two major interventions toward sustaining the fight against child malnutrition in the State. The… The post UNICEF, Gombe, Strengthens Huge Interventions In Addressing Child Nutrition appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Senator representing Jigawa North-West Senatorial District, Babangida Hussaini, has reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar The post 2027: I remain loyal to Tinubu, Gov. Namadi – Sen Hussaini appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Delta State Command, has announced drug seizures valued at more than N3 billion within the last one year. The State Commander, NDLEA, Halilu Hamidu, disclosed the figures at a press briefing on Friday The post NDLEA Delta seizes N3bn drugs, secures 226 convictions in one year appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The governor directed security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, DSS, and the NSCDC, to investigate the promoters of the group and halt all recruitment and training activities. The post Kano Govt Proscribes ‘Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi’ Group appeared first on Channels Television.

TOYIN ADEBAYO, ABUJA The Abosede Tomori Foundation (ATF), in partnership with Study AI, has launched Nigeria’s first artificial intelligence–powered examination preparation platform, marking a major leap in digital learning for… The post Tomori Foundation, Study AI Roll Out Nigeria’s First AI-Powered Exam Prep Platform for SSS Students appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has reiterated that the new tax laws which will take effect from January 2026 will target wealthy earners, and not the poor. Oyedele reaffirmed this on The post Oyedele: New tax laws will target wealthy earners, not the poor appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

"As a people, as a nation, when you are worried, God is with you as a Prince of Peace....

The presiding cleric urges selfless service to achieve Nigeria of our dreams. The post Obasanjo, Gowon, others join First Lady Tinubu at 2025 Christmas Carols appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has declared that Nigeria is steadily rising despite its challenges, stressing that the nation’s future will be shaped by unity, deepened institutional reforms and a renewed national spirit among citizens. Tunji-Ojo stated this on Friday night while receiving an Award of Excellence in Public Service […] The post Nigeria’s rising despite challenges, says Interior minister appeared first on Vanguard News.

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By El-ameen Ibrahim, Abuja The 1st Vice-President of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), Dr Benjamin Olowojebutu, has declared that Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), is on course to rank among… The post Why ABUAD Is Racing To The World’s Top 10 – NMA VP appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Idowu Bankole President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, on his birthday, December 13, praising his performance in office and contributions to national development. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President […] The post ‘One of the shining stars of my cabinet’ – Tinubu celebrates Wike on his 58th Birthday appeared first on Vanguard News.