…Nigeria was then a net exporter of food at a time when almost 99 per cent of Nigerians were illiterates; when the University of Ibadan was just opening its doors to students. All the Nigerian university graduates could not have been more than 1000. Today, UI alone graduates over 5,000 annually. All Nigerian universitie…

…running her food business had made life increasingly difficult, Ijeoma was among 105 Nigerians who returned to the country in the second batch sponsored by the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG. “I would say that we are so grateful and we are so happy to be home because there is no place like home,” the Imo State…

…for the protection of the environment and protection of human rights. He said many Nigerians have lost confidence in the current judiciary because of those of them who have been exposed politically. According to him, “When there is a perception that a public officer seems to have control over the judiciary, and cases a…

…in the last 12 months,. lamenting that they all maltreated her. “I’m calling on Nigerians to help me because my sponsor made a statement that there was no one who would stop him from collecting his money. I’ve paid N2.6m from my work. So, it remains N2.4m. The travel expenses were N1.5m, but it is business for him,” Om…

…By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja Chairman of BUA Group, Alhaji Abdul Samad Rabiu, has urged Nigerians to be patient with the reforms of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying things are gradually getting better. Rabiu also said the foreign exchange reforms were yielding visible results, with increased dollar inflo…

…of petrol and electricity subsidies had intensified economic hardship, leaving many Nigerians struggling to afford basic necessities. “Everybody is suffering, everybody is looking for food to eat. People can’t buy fuel or travel. The airlines are threatening to increase the cost of transportation; everything is skyrock…

…its borders, remained a top priority. He said, “Our hearts are with the affected young Nigerians and their families during this difficult and emotionally trying moment. “The Oyo State Government received with deep concern the distressing report of the abduction of some corps members of Oyo State origin in Imo State.See…

…to advance education, economic inclusion, and practical financial knowledge among young Nigerians. The foundation argued that pairing investor education with direct capital market participation would give students firsthand experience of saving, responsible investing, and asset ownership.Aliko Dangote said young people…

…Malta, Greece, others – Migration advisory firm By Nkiruka Nnorom Thousands of wealthy Nigerians who once turned to Caribbean golden passports as a backdoor route to Europe now face uncertainty after the European Union, EU, ordered five Caribbean nations to scrap their citizenship-by-investment, CBI, programmes by 2028…

…said. Ikpeazu added that the government was determined to harness the potential of young Nigerians, the creativity of the people and the country’s diversity to achieve sustainable development. “Government is determined to harness the energy of our youth, the creativity of our people, and the strength of our diversity t…

…with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.Nigerians have been given an opportunity to buy petrol at a N66 discount per litre as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) retail rolls out a special promotion to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day.NNPC announced tha…

Ask ten Nigerians which trading platform is best and you’ll get twelve answers, a few WhatsApp forwards and at least one cousin who “made money last year.” Trading has exploded in popularity from Lagos to Abuja to Port Harcourt, driven by smartphones, a young population and, frankly, the desire to protect savings from…

…reaffirmed NAHCON's intention to keep the Hajj affordable and accessible to ordinary Nigerians."He reiterated NAHCON's commitment to ensuring that Hajj remains affordable and accessible to Nigerians, while maintaining high standards of service delivery, regulatory compliance, accountability and operational efficiency,"…

…governors to ensure that savings from cheaper CNG-powered transport would reach ordinary Nigerians by October 1. The directive followed an August 27 meeting between the President and all 36 state governors, at which they agreed to deepen the use of alternative fuel vehicles under the National Affordable CNG Transit Pro…

…officers, what more do you think NJC and the justice system can deliver to assure Nigerians that hope is not lost? Quite frankly, I think the composition of the NJC is such that there are more judicial officers than can be excused. In my view, it gives a pretext for ordinary observers to say that they do not come hard…

…chains and translating commercial presence into broader economic opportunities for Nigerians. Recall that the Coca-Cola System had earlier announced plans to invest an additional $1bn in Nigeria over the next five years, contingent on a predictable and enabling policy environment.

…returns.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “There are still Nigerians who keep substantial funds outside the formal banking system or entrust their savings to unlicensed fund managers, attracted by promises of extraordinary and unrealistic returns,” he stated. The NDIC chief noted that the consequence…

…affairs analyst and All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain, Ibrahim Uba, has urged Nigerians to shun broad generalisation and instead assess President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration based on factual evidence. Uba said this on Thursday, Independence Day, in Abuja, saying those championing the “Tinubu Must Go” cam…

The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, has said the decisions Nigerians make today will determine the future of generations yet unborn. Ojajuni stated this on Thursday at an Independence Day symposium organised by The International Friendship League (IFL) to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence An…

…from 2027, arguing that reliable electricity should also be affordable to ordinary Nigerians. The OCSC said removing the subsidy could place additional pressure on households, workers, traders, farmers, artisans and businesses already facing increased costs of food, transportation, housing and business operations. The…

…the United Kingdom and the United States. He said the development demonstrated that Nigerians possessed the skills and intelligence needed to compete globally. Hamzat, however, acknowledged that the government had not done everything needed to improve the education system. “Have we done everything? Absolutely not. But…

…must never destroy the bonds that unite citizens as families, neighbours and fellow Nigerians. Aiyedatiwa stated this while delivering an address to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary in Akure, the state capital. Aiyedatiwa, who urged political leaders and youths to eschew violence, embrace issue-based engage…

…that the reforms needed more time to mature and deliver tangible benefits to ordinary Nigerians.Mobilisation plans for the northOriri said the network would take its campaign to communities across the North, working with traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth groups and community organisations. He called on membe…

…response to hardship affecting not just workers but also their dependants and vulnerable Nigerians."All public servants in the services of Federal, State and Local Governments are to join the warning strike because an injury to one is an injury to all, most especially, all workers, their dependants, vulnerable and hapl…

— Urges Nigerians to shun health rumours By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta ABEOKUTA — Convener of The Alternative Movement, Otunba Segun Sowunmi, has urged Nigerians to disregard rumours about President Bola Tinubu’s health, saying the President is in good health and of sound mind. Sowunmi spoke on Thursday at a town hall m…