…the fortunes of young job seekers, farmers, manufacturers, entrepreneurs and innovators. “We cannot harness the immense opportunities offered by our growing population without first stabilising the economy. We must also create the conditions for the public and private sectors to invest, expand and generate productive e…

…was consistent with the possibility of improved oil receipts during the period of elevated international prices. However, the figures alone do not establish how much of the increase came directly from the oil price rally, as statutory revenue also depends on production volumes, export receipts, exchange rates, collecti…

…of the government’s proposed June 2027 review. Meanwhile, the Federal Parastatals and Private Sector Pensioners Association of Nigeria has urged the government to pay eligible retirees three months of outstanding fuel-subsidy palliatives totalling N75,000 and improve access to pensioners’ healthcare benefits. The Niger…

…kilometres south of the capital, Addis Ababa. "The attack is said to be religiously motivated and to have targeted Orthodox Christians," ACLED said, adding that the attack led to clashes with local militias and lasted through Saturday afternoon and evening. 'My sister and uncle were killed, and several of my relatives…

…at the Kuje Correctional Centre over allegations that he threatened to release private videos and photographs of Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, on Facebook. Justice Salim Ibrahim issued the order after Dankaka was arraigned by the Department of State Services (DSS) on two counts of alleged cybercrime. The defendant,…

…researchers, university students, electoral experts, civil society organisations and innovators to develop practical AI-powered tools addressing challenges associated with elections. Other partners include the International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR), NITHUB at the University of Lagos, the Centre for Inf…

…unveiled Artificial Intelligence-powered robotic tutors and other digital learning innovations at the Bayelsa Medical University, Yenagoa, as part of efforts to modernise medical education and strengthen research and technological development. The innovations were unveiled on Monday alongside the university’s 2025–2029…

…was recorded.Responders cordoned off the scene, managed traffic and worked with a private tow truck operator to move the damaged vehicle to a lay-by. The operation was completed, and traffic flow was restored.In Epe, LASEMA's Whales Team from Epe Base responded to an accident involving an empty gas tanker, registration…

…service delivery. The President also said the government was leveraging digital innovation to improve patient records, disease surveillance and data-driven decision-making. On the Ebola outbreak, Tinubu said recent health emergencies had demonstrated that infectious diseases respected no national borders, requiring cou…

…(170 miles) south of the capital, Addis Ababa. “The attack is said to be religiously motivated and to have targeted Orthodox Christians,” ACLED said, adding that the attack led to clashes with local militias and lasted through Saturday afternoon and evening. Verifying information in Ethiopia is highly challenging due t…

…released today, October 26, Obi alleged that Rilwan's arrest was politically motivated and condemned what he described as the continued intimidation of his supporters across the country. The former Anambra State governor called for transparency over the arrest, respect for Olawale's rights and an end to what he charact…

…social security recipients are among those set to receive additional monthly paymentsPrivate sector workers face a phased minimum wage increase under the kingdom's Saudization employment frameworkPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Saudi Arabia's go…

…he was later confirmed dead. His remains have been deposited in a mortuary for preservation and autopsy'' The Commissioner of Police has urged the deceased's family, associates and other concerned persons to remain calm, assuring them that the circumstances surrounding the incident will be thoroughly investigated and t…

…Director of Large Corporate Ratings, CareEdge, said government-backed programmes, private-sector investment and improved financing arrangements had accelerated smart-meter deployment in the country. She identified the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), introduced in 2021, as a major driver of investment and ex…

…nurseries to support ginger production in 16 states, with the aim of expanding cultivation beyond the locations currently covered by the programme.Make PUNCH part of your everyday experience.Add us to your Preferred Sources Sotinrin projected that Nigeria’s ginger production could rise to three million tonnes within fi…

…are mounting over compliance with the existing minimum wage among several states and private employersPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!A public affairs analyst has cast doubt on the practical impact of raising Nigeria's minimum wage, warning that…

…the communities they serve,” Idris said.The confirmed case followed an alert from a private health facility on October 19. According to the situation report, the woman developed symptoms on October 7, four days after arriving in Nigeria.Her symptoms included fever, diarrhoea, generalised body aches and sore throat. She…

The Founder of Salvation Ministries, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, has warned Christians against buying Christmas clothes when they have not paid their tithes, describing the act as very dangerous.Pastor Ibiyeomie gave the warning while preaching in his church in a sermon video which has now gone viral on social media.In the…

…trade in endangered wildlife. Their illegal trafficking threatens wildlife conservation and biodiversity. The three rescued animals have been handed over to the Greenfingers Wildlife Initiative Centre for safekeeping, rehabilitation and appropriate care," he stated. Afeni warned individuals involved in wildlife traffic…

…any of the accusations.They stated that their client had mourned Toluwanisings both privately and publicly following his death, and described the posts as a deliberate attempt to weaponise public grief against an innocent person.The solicitors also flagged a post the pastor made after Tope Alabi issued a public warning…

…I have 11 grandchildren. My prostate is enlarged — so that department is closed for renovation. Companionship All I wanted was companionship, you know, someone to talk to. Someone to sit with, someone to keep me warm in the evenings. I told her clearly: “I will help you financially. But I cannot father your children. T…

…history involving Uganda, developed symptoms on October 7 and sought treatment at a private hospital in Abuja on October 11. Laboratory tests confirmed the infection on October 20. Authorities identified 44 contacts for monitoring, including people who might have been exposed during the patient’s healthcare visits and…

…have caused it. There was also a problem with her nasal passage. She was taken to a privately owned hospital in Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, where she was admitted for a month. She underwent two surgeries before she eventually died. We spent a lot of money trying to save her life. Can you estimate how much you spent on he…

…the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket and expressing reservations about former Vice President Atiku Abubakar based on their shared history in the PDP.He described the Rainbow Coalition as a mechanism for reducing political hostility in Rivers State, saying it had brought APC and PDP figures together…

…prevention and control is also continuing for healthcare workers in both public and private medical facilities.Abayomi said the government was establishing a streamlined laboratory testing process designed to deliver results within 24 hours.He noted that screening procedures at airports and other points of entry were b…