…Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, said the crash happened at about 3:32 p.m. just after Sopp Water Falls.

…on Friday in Abuja. Ohaeri said the crash occurred at about 3:32 p.m. after Sopp Water Falls, with brake failure and loss of control identified as likely causes. He said 25 people were involved in the crash, comprising 23 males and two females. According to him, five people, comprising three males and two females, sust…

…House is sitting.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “November 1, 2026 falls on a Sunday, meaning Parliament will not be sitting that day. The plan is therefore expected to be tabled when Parliament next sits, likely in the first few days of November,” the post read. The current 2026–2028 Immigration L…

…further close the gap between official and parallel-market exchange rates.British pound falls against nairaLegit.ng earlier reported that the naira has extended its gains against the British pound, pushing sterling below the ₦1,800 mark as improved foreign exchange liquidity and stronger autonomous inflows continue to…

…repayment plan for every major borrowing, because the repayment burden ultimately falls on the Nigerian economy and future generations,” he said. Oyedokun maintained that the central issue in Nigeria’s debt debate was not merely the size of the country’s borrowing but the purpose and impact of such borrowing. “The conc…

…day ends, he finds time to play with other kids who have returned from school. As night falls, Ibukun goes back to the site. The unfinished building is both his workplace and his temporary home. Inside an empty room on the ground floor, a piece of cardboard lies on the cement floor. There is no mattress, mosquito net,…

…and proximity-based supply arrangements, reduced fuel imports limited to verified shortfalls, long-term refinery financing, shared infrastructure and a national refining roadmap. IPPG Chairman, Adegbite Falade, said Nigeria must increase crude production while creating a commercially viable market for supplying domesti…

…import licences, arguing that imports should be permitted only where domestic supply falls short, Reuters reports.For consumers, the proposed rules are intended to curb practices that distort fuel pricing and access to supplies. They remain subject to consultation and finalisation, however, and their announcement does…

…of inmates transported and any drop in missed appearances linked to transport shortfalls. Vehicle availability, maintenance records and the effect on custodial congestion will also be measured, with results compared against the facility's previous court-transport data.Skills training for inmatesBeyond the bus donation,…

…due to a work-related injury, the compensation available to the deceased's beneficiaries falls within the same bracket of AED 18,000 to AED 200,000 (N6,483,038 to N72,033,764).The disclosure is particularly relevant for the large number of Nigerian workers based in the UAE, as it outlines the financial protection avail…

…either didn't verify the deeds, or Doyle lied to his own counsel. Either way, the filing falls apart the moment we respond."Stella reached for my hand under the table. Her fingers were freezing."Mom. What do you want to do?"I looked at Peter. For 27 years, I'd accepted this man as my second dad. He looked back at me as…

…financial position of the electricity sector remained unsustainable, with tariff shortfalls estimated at $2.45bn by the end of 2025. It said its support would enable the mobilisation of private capital for renewable energy expansion and grid densification, with the aim of improving the resilience of the power sector wh…

…labelling, risk assessment and public engagement for any approved GM product. The job falls to NBMA and NBRDA. The question is whether that promise is being kept on the ground, in the market where most Nigerians buy food. The conspiracy dimension will not die. Social media keeps recycling claims of “terminator seeds” —…

…least six months beyond the date of arrival. Any traveller who presents a passport that falls short of this threshold, or one that has been reported lost or stolen, will be denied entry outright.The second reason ties directly to visa status. British citizens must hold a valid visa before boarding their flight to Niger…

…Avenue on Thursday, August 27. Thomas, who was holding an umbrella at the time, suddenly falls to the ground as a bright orange firebolt hits him. He told WNBC: "I was nearly 15, 20 ft away from my car when I was struck by lightning. "It was a very intense burning sensation, tingling, numbness, pain. Sever pain in both…

…a cruise.Just a water slide shaped like a pirate ship and a pool with fake waterfalls.So I saved.I skipped haircuts, packed leftovers, and told myself my tired feet were temporary. When I finally booked the resort, I circled the date on our kitchen calendar in red marker.>Juliet took a picture of that too.She took pict…

…inflows and rising reserves can translate into lasting stability for the Naira.Dollar falls against naira as FX turnover doublesLegit.ng earlier reported that the recent strengthening of the naira, which appreciated by 0.84% against the dollar, closed at N1,346.90/$ on August 21, 2026. Amid soaring foreign exchange tur…

…and therefore cannot be reopened, adding that the Nigeria Immigration Service, which falls under his ministry, manages active border crossings across multiple states.A timeline of border reopeningsThe minister pointed to a sequence of official reopenings stretching over several years. On December 16, 2020, the previous…

…of skills from emergency medical care to unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The programme falls under a broader US-Nigeria security cooperation mission that includes combined training, advising, intelligence sharing, and professional exchanges.

…said state governments would play a crucial role because intra-state transportation falls largely within their sphere of influence.500 more CNG stations orderedTinubu also announced a major expansion of Nigeria's CNG infrastructure, directing the rollout of an additional 500 CNG refuelling stations nationwide.The new s…

…momentAccording to The Punch, the timing of the gathering is drawing attention. It falls just eight days after the Independent National Electoral Commission officially opened campaigns for the 2027 general elections, a period that has seen major political activity across party lines.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to…

…is only available to those who satisfy all six conditions without exception. Anyone who falls outside even one of the criteria must pursue other renewal methods, such as applying by mail or visiting a passport acceptance facility.In a related story, Legit.ng reported that the US had explained the faster way to get an A…

…companies to deploy solar power, particularly in areas experiencing significant shortfalls in grid electricity. According to him, the state government was not directly intervening by providing free solar electricity but was creating an environment for private operators to provide alternative power. “Lagos government ha…

…which he said recorded about N4.84 trillion in energy-security expenses and related shortfalls in 2023, rising to about N7.13 trillion in 2024. He said NNPC attributed part of the expenses to the difference between the exchange rate used to determine regulated PMS prices and the rate applicable when import obligations…

19-year-old boy falls to his de@th alongside parents during argument over cellphone A teenage boy and his parents fell to their d£aths after an argument over his new cell phone. At around 10 a.m. local time on Friday, Aug. 21, Kunal Chandgude went up Khawadya Hill in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, India, after arguing with…