Ecobank Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to driving the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises and promoting local industries as the fifth edition of the Ecobank Adire Lagos Experience concluded successfully on Sunday, 14 June 2026. The four-day international exhibition, which took place at th…
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria has warned that the rapid and unregulated adoption of artificial intelligence across workplaces, academia, and government could create ethical, social, and governance risks if not properly managed. The warning was issued during the third In…
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has crossed a significant digital lending threshold, recording a historic N1bn single-day disbursement on its flagship salary-backed digital loan product, FirstAdvance. The financial institution announced on Monday that the breakthrough underscores a sharp increase in …
Ride-hailing and mobility platform, LagRide, has handed over vehicles to another batch of its Captains under the company’s Drive-to-Own programme, reaffirming its commitment to promoting dignified transportation and creating pathways to asset ownership for drivers in Lagos. The vehicle handover cer…
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Nigeria is betting on the blue economy as a new engine of growth, but environmental experts warn that deteriorating coastal ecosystems, weak ocean governance, and climate impacts could undermine those ambitions. Ahead of the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, DARE AKOGUN explores the envi…
Residents of Festac Town in the Amuwo-Odofin area of Lagos State, under the aegis of the Take Back Festac Movement, have raised the alarm over the alleged sale of critical public infrastructure in the estate. The residents, during a peaceful protest in the estate on Saturday, identified some of the…
President Bola Tinubu has warned criminal elements across the country that they will have no hiding place, following the killing of a notorious bandit leader in Kogi State by Nigerian troops. The President gave the warning on Tuesday while commending the Armed Forces and other security agencies for…
The Nigeria Fencing Federation on Tuesday unveiled the official logo and mascot for the 2026 Senior Commonwealth Fencing Championships, billed for August 9 to 14 at Rugby School, Lagos, marking the beginning of preparations for the prestigious event. With the hosting rights secured ahead of Austral…
Marketers of petroleum products say petrol prices may drop to about N1,200 per litre as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery leads efforts to reduce ex-depot rates. As crude prices continue to fall following a peace deal signed between the United States and Iran, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has slashe…
The race for a place in the 2026 President Federation Cup final reaches a crucial stage on Wednesday as Ikorodu City face Nasarawa United while Wikki Tourists battle El-Kanemi Warriors in the semi-finals, The PUNCH reports. Former champions El-Kanemi Warriors and Wikki Tourists will square off at t…
Following the Court of Appeal’s decision to reverse the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress and four other parties on Monday, ADC National Chairman Senator David Mark stated the judiciary is on trial and warned the Federal Government against political manipulation. Stakeholders also c…
The leadership of the Abis State chapter of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria. PASAN, has dismissed the ultimatum issued by the NLC over staff posting at the Abia State House of Assembly, saying the NLC was not authorized to speak on behalf of parliamentary union. Recall that the Chair…
The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights has petitioned the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, urging lawmakers to safeguard the integrity of the ongoing murder trial involving suspects linked to the killings of two Ajiran community indigenes in the Eti-Osa Local G…
The Nigerian Air Force says it has taken into custody all personnel suspected to be involved in the death of a commercial bus driver, Joseph Okpe, who allegedly died after being assaulted by a group of military officers along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway in Lagos. This was disclosed exclusively to P…
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria has lamented the worsening state of insecurity in the country, declaring that “everyone is tired” of the persistent killings, kidnappings and violence across Nigeria. The bishops made the remarks during a special thanksgiving Mass held at Holy Cross Cathed…
The Central Bank of Nigeria sees stronger payment systems as key to growth, inclusion and trade, but the success of its Payments System Vision 2028 hinges on delivering measurable economic benefits, writes SAMI TUNJI When most Nigerians transfer money from a mobile phone, pay for groceries through …
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the promotion of 374 officers serving in the Kwara State Police Command as part of efforts to reward diligence, professionalism and dedicated service within the Nigeria Police Force. The promotion, which forms part of an ongoing nationwid…
England midfielder, Jude Bellingham, believes the national team is better connected heading into this summer’s World Cup than it was during its run to the Euro 2024 final. Bellingham, who played a key role as England reached the final before losing to Spain, reflected on the squad’s experience and …
Security matters dominate the headlines this morning. The National Assembly moved closer to establishing state police as lawmakers advanced a major constitutional amendment to define federal and state powers. President Bola Tinubu, in his Democracy Day address, warned that terror financiers and spo…