…had embarked on massive public sensitization through the use of radio, television, social media platforms, and live phone-in programmes to educate the public," he said. "We reminded vehicle owners of their responsibility to ensure proper registration and clear display of number plates. We gave ample notice so that no o…

…digital platforms, reinforcing its role as a key enabler of digital payments and financial inclusion across the continent. Today, Verve has established a strong presence in more than 13 African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, The Gambia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Benin Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwand…

…because some people initiate the process but fail to pay the required fees due to financial constraints. "That may prolong the process. But ordinarily, we are very proactive. The ministry is not sleeping; my directors are up and doing. I have three technical directors: the Director of Lands, the Surveyor-General and th…

The Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on Monday offered his official blessings to the candidates of the All Progressives Congress, hinging his backing on the good standing of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who is the leader of the party in the state. The Emir spoke at the palace as thousands of leaders and member…

…party tickets were reported to be misleading the public with fake claims through social media even as their supporters do more to create crisis within the party. "For the avoidance of doubt, nothing has changed from what was made public last week. The names submitted to INEC are as follows: Senator Yunus Akintunde, Hon…

…for 1,000 primary school teaching positions approved by the state government under a specialised rural recruitment scheme aimed at strengthening basic education. The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Abdullahi Sule on Public Affairs, Peter Ahemba, disclosed this on Monday during a bi-monthly press briefing held at t…

…Boughey, describing one as a routine inquiry about accessing a government gazette. Crucially, Malatsi disclosed for the first time that his only meeting with a SpaceX representative, Ryan Goodnight, in September 2024, was facilitated directly by lawyer Robert Appelbaum rather than Resolve Communications. “It is importa…

…The lawmaker expressed optimism that the celebration would deepen public appreciation of the Army’s contributions, promote patriotism and strengthen civil-military relations across the country.

…period during which UBA strengthened its position as a leading pan-African financial institution, expanding its operations across Africa and into international markets. Reflecting on his tenure, Elumelu described his time as chairman as one of the greatest privileges of his professional career. “UBA has established a u…

…As of the time of filing this report, the Oyo State Police Command had not issued an official statement confirming or explaining the reported arrests.

…Ifenna Okwuba, a data scientist working at the intersection of healthcare and artificial intelligence, has emphasized the growing role AI-powered diagnostics are expected to play in the future of healthcare, particularly in improving diagnostic accuracy and supporting better patient care. As artificial intelligence con…

…tenure for non-executive directors prescribed by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The financial institution also named a current non-executive director on the board, Emmanuel Nnorom, as its incoming group chairman, whose appointment will take effect on the same day Elumelu retires. In a statement released shortly after the…

…advocacy project implemented across the nine disability clusters of the Joint Association of Persons with Disabilities in Lagos State. They warned that accessibility and disability inclusion would remain key issues in their engagement with political leaders as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather pace. Th…

…a framework allowing its central bank to provide emergency funding to banks during financial crises. On Monday, President William Ruto signed the Central Bank of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2026, into law, introducing reforms that set out how Kenya will respond to future banking crises by establishing rules for emergency s…

Social commentator and institutional reforms advocate, Segun Awosanya, popularly known as Segalink, has said the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, lacks the qualities required to lead Nigeria, arguing that his politics is divisive and driven by what he described as an online “m…

…questioned how an agency the Presidency described as non-existent could appear in official budget documents. “The national budget does not emerge in isolation. It passes through multiple layers of technical drafting, executive coordination, ministerial inputs, Budget Office review and finally legislative scrutibudget o…

…speech in fluent Russian before fellow graduates, faculty members, university officials, family and friends. The speech drew applause from the audience and has since attracted widespread admiration on social media, with many users praising her command of the Russian language and celebrating her academic achievement. Re…

…the community, which was shut down following a robbery attack seven years ago. The financial institution's branch in the community was attacked by armed robbers in April 2019. The attackers reportedly carted away an undisclosed sum of money from the Automated Teller Machine and killed no fewer than six people, includin…

…believes those inefficiencies are creating an opening for a new generation of financial infrastructure built on blockchain. "Some African economies already run on stablecoin rails," Kirkley told TechCabal in an interview in May. "The question now is whether countries build infrastructure to control that flow themselves…

…goes beyond having famous parents, explaining that it also includes growing up with financial security, quality education and opportunities that many people do not have. “You don’t have to be famous to be privileged. Privilege is growing up in a situation where your parents had a certain amount of money, you didn’t hav…

…for doing what was right, and reversing a great injustice!" Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. However, in this report, PUNCH Online will break down the decision in detail, explaining how FIFA's disciplinary rules were applied, why Balogun remains eligible to play despite his red card, and why the ruling has spa…

…capital and attracted students, members of the partner organisation and electoral officials. "The awareness walk commenced at the First Bank Traffic Light, Alagbaka, and proceeded through Omi-Eja, A-Division, Olukayode and Oja-Oba before terminating at Democracy Park, behind the Central Mosque, Akure. The exercise attr…

…for the second time in a week on Monday, killing at least 14 people on the eve of a crucial NATO summit, authorities said. President Volodymyr Zelensky urged the alliance to take “strong decisions” on boosting Ukraine’s air defences following the strike, which came just days after another Russian attack killed more tha…

…in South Africa following the continued xenophobic protests and attacks on migrants, especially after the deaths of two Nigerians, Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu. She said the federal government had demanded that South African authorities urgently investigate the killings and ensure that those responsible are iden…

…created FIFA Peace Prize in the lead-up to the tournament, praised FIFA’s decision on social media. “Thank you to FIFA for doing what was right, and reversing a great injustice!” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.