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Account for funds from US, suspended treasurer tells Abure
Indigenes are inviting herdsmen from Niger – Benue gov
Govt urges responsible minining to protect environmen
Oyo begins traders, artisans’ registration
Embrace innovation, deputy gov tells youth
Atiku’s solution will return Nigeria to Emefiele era – Presidenc
PDP lacks right to demand Tinubu’s resignation – FG
Hardship not excuse to turn under-bridge home – LASG
Slain Plateau APC spokesman got 20 death threats – Secretary
FG reforms worsening Nigerian’s hardship -Catholic bishops
Only state police can end insecurity – Kaduna gov
NBA faults judgment backing rival lawyers’ association
Fuel scarcity looms as NARTO directs tanker drivers to withdraw operations from today
Insecurity: Benue lawmakers under attack over ultimatum to govt
Why we opted for e-verification of ex-servicemen — Military pensions board
The Military Pensions Board, MPB, has given insight into why it decided to commence an electronic verification of retired military personnel in the country to among other things, save veterans the security risks associated with travelling by road.
February 19, 2024
Lagos to relocate Computer Village to Katangowa
Choppers deployed to stamp out kidnapping, sea robbery in Ondo — NAVY
I don’t know who can challenge us in 2027 – Wike
LP crisis deepens as embattled National Treasurer sues party, seeks EFCC probe
FG doesn’t even know what to charge Emefiele for — Akpabio
Presidency, Atiku at war over FG’s forex policy
Food security, others: Tinubu seeks closer ties with Brazil
Naira depreciation, inflation eroding value of insured assets
Food crisis: Face governance, FG, APC slam PDP govs
Power grid drops to 3,530MW as rationing persists nationwide
Rising cost of living may lead to unrests in Nigeria, 3 others — AfDB
2026 World Cup qualifiers: Bafana ‘ll beat Super Eagles — Khumalo
Ronaldo overtakes Messi in unique goals tally
Navy seeks speedy prosecution of oil thieves
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, has expressed concerns over the delay in the prosecution of suspected crude oil thieves and pipeline vandals. He appealed to the National Assemb… 19th February 2024
FG threatens to terminate Enugu-PH highway contract
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, on Sunday, threatened to sack the contractor working on the Abia section of the Enugu-Port Harcourt Highway currently undergoing rehabilitation. A statement on Sund… 19th February 2024
Kaduna activates emergency as bandits kill 12, raze houses
The Kaduna State government, on Sunday, activated emergency services following attacks by bandits on two communities in the early hours of Sunday. The PUNCH learnt that the bandits invaded Gindin Dust… 19th February 2024
Delta CP demands patrol vehicles from gov
The Commissioner of Police in Delta, Mr Abaniwonda Olufemi, has identified the provision of patrol vehicles as one of the ways the Delta State Security Trust Fund could assist the police command. Oluf… 19th February 2024
Katsina raises task force to arrest, prosecute food hoarders
The Katsina State Government, on Sunday, unveiled a 27-man task force to address the rising cost of foodstuffs in the state. The task force, chaired by the Chief of Staff, Government House, Alhaji Jab… 19th February 2024
Uproar as Edo APC gov primary produces three ‘winners’
The confusion trailing Saturday’s governorship primary of the All Progressives Congress in Edo State deepened on Sunday as Anamero Dekeri became the third aspirant to claim victory in the exercise. … 19th February 2024
Human trafficking affecting education – Obaseki
The Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki, has said the high level of irregular migration and human trafficking in the country are the causes of inconsistency in the education system. A statement by t… 19th February 2024
Foundation plans 300 artificial limbs for Anambra amputees
The Agocares Foundation for Persons with Disabilities says plans are underway to commence distribution of free artificial limbs to 300 amputees in Anambra State to help restore their mobility. The Cha… 19th February 2024
No anti-Tinubu protest at my palace – Emir of Ilorin
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has debunked a viral video of an alleged demonstration in front of his palace by residents lamenting poverty and hardship being experienced in the coun… 19th February 2024
Firm to train cab drivers in safety
Hitch Africa has disclosed plans to organise a one-day training for cab drivers to promote safety on the roads. The organisation, which offers on-demand ride, food and grocery services, said the train… 19th February 2024
Nigeria witnessing more corruption under democracy than military regime – HEDA
The Chairman, Human and Environmental Development Agenda, Olanrewaju Suraju, says Nigeria has witnessed more corruption under the democratic regime than during the military era. He made the assertion … 19th February 2024
Budget allocation cannot bridge housing gap – Commissioner
The Commissioner for Housing, Lagos State, Moruf Akinderu –Fatai, has said the budget allocations were insufficient to address the housing deficit in the state. He disclosed this in a media parley h… 19th February 2024
Rising costs affecting construction, says operators
Operators in the built environment sector have noted that the increasing costs of building materials are hampering the industry’s development. Speaking during a recent media parley in Lagos, the Cha… 19th February 2024
FCT police arrest chef for kidnapping employer’s 12-year-old son
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory Police Command have arrested one Ulagu Chukwuma for allegedly masterminding the kidnap of his boss’ 12-year-old son on February 12, in Jabi, Abuja. The … 19th February 2024
Stakeholders canvass tax holidays in housing sector
Stakeholders have called on the government to grant tax holidays to developers as a means to stimulate investment and bolster growth in the housing sector. They stated this at the Real Estate Outlook … 19th February
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Stakeholders canvass tax holidays in housing sector
Stakeholders have called on the government to grant tax holidays to developers as a means to stimulate investment and bolster growth in the housing sector. They stated this at the Real Estate Outlook … 19th February 2024
Nigeria, Brazil plan new agreements as trade drops by $8bn
Nigeria and Brazil are considering the possibility of establishing direct flight operations between their respective financial capitals of Lagos and São Paulo, respectively. Both countries also reaff… 19th February 2024
FG, marketers meet today, tanker drivers insist on strike
The Federal Government has ordered oil marketers to negotiate with the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners to avert the planned suspension of operations by NARTO members with respect to the … 19th February 2024
Foundation, FRC train over 100 in new financial standards
The Impact Investors Foundation in collaboration with the Global Steering Group for Impact Investment and the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria has boosted the capacity of over 100 MSMEs, financi… 19th February 2024
OPay redefines customer service with innovative solutions
Nigeria’s leading financial technology company, OPay, has revolutionised customer service by prioritising user satisfaction and implementing cutting-edge solutions to enhance customer experiences. O… 19th February 2024
Lagos begins building audit
The Lagos State Government has commencement of buildings to ascertain their conformation to the state’s development plan. The General Manager of the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority, K… 19th February 2024
CAF projects $75m in revenue for AFCON 2023
The Confederation of African Football raised about $75m as revenue from the just concluded African Nations Cup hosted by Cote D’Ivoire.
Infantino suggests new dates for 2025 AFCON schedule
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly requested a significant change regarding the schedule for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, which is set to be held in Morocco.
AFCON 2023: CAF clears Nigeria, sanctions Cote d’Ivoire, Mali, Sengal
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has cleared Nigeria and all Super Eagles players of any wrongdoing during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
February 19, 2024
Power grid drops to 3,530MW as rationing persists nationwide
Amid gas supply challenges and financial outlook, power supply across the country remained stranded over the weekend as measures by the Federal Government to improve national grid supply failed to have any impact.
February 19, 2024
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