…indicators, but millions of households are still grappling with high living costs. Food, transportation, electricity, housing and other essentials continue to absorb a large share of household income, creating a striking gap between economic statistics and everyday experience. Data shows six thriving businesses that co…

…of the road project, saying its poor condition has disrupted businesses and driven up transportation costs. PUNCH Metro correspondents, who visited the area on Thursday, observed that vehicles avoided the affected section because of its deplorable condition, forcing motorists to use one side of the dual carriageway as…

…an APC chieftain in Ilesa West LGA confirmed the inducement but claimed it was meant for transportation. “We are not buying votes. We only provided them with cash to transport themselves to their various polling units,” he said. Osogbo In Osogbo LGA, our correspondents gathered that the APC distributed N15,000 each to…

…into cheaper retail cooking gas prices in the coming days. Dealers typically factor in transportation, operating costs and local market conditions before determining their final selling prices.For now, Dangote's ₦950 per kilogramme rate is the cheapest among the four clearly visible depots in the update, while Rainoi…

…to cause serious bodily harm, injury, stabbing, as well as illegal possession and transportation of an offensive weapon," said local police. The 51-year-old "allegedly attacked a 53-year-old and injured him in the neck and hand with a sharp object" and a 27-year-old "who was at the scene, injuring him in the hand with…

…Shanghai, as Typhoon Dolphin made landfall. The typhoon brought heavy rain and halted transportation across the region. Nearly 1,000 flights were cancelled in Shanghai on Monday. While authorities have downgraded Dolphin to a tropical storm, they continue to issue warnings about the torrential rains, severe flooding an…

…for pregnant women during childbirth, and financial assistance for patients to cover transportation costs when returning home after treatment. Bakari also disclosed that MAUTH had one of the lowest dialysis charges in the country, at N35,000 per session. “Our dialysis charge is the lowest in the country because of Fede…

…kilometres, were executed at an estimated cost of ₦13.7 billion to improve connectivity, transportation, security and access to essential services within the state capital. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, former President Goodluck Jonathan described the projects as practical and impactful governance that would…

…to farmers, leaving domestic producers exposed to rising input, energy, labour and transportation costs.High production costs squeeze millersDama said the disparity in production costs means Nigerian millers can spend significantly more producing rice than the prevailing market price allows them to recover.He also high…

…access to places like Lagos Island, Ikorodu, Agboyi and Mile 12. Developing water transportation would significantly improve the lives of our people. Has the presence of the pipelines brought any meaningful infrastructure? Unfortunately, no. The negative impact far outweighs any benefits. The rivers where we once swam…

…and 1KVA generating sets, among other empowerment items carefully selected to support transportation, small businesses, vocational enterprises and household income generation. The lawmaker and other party faithful during the empowerment programme. Credit: Ikenna Obianeri Scholarships were also awarded to deserving stud…

…on projects that directly improve lives. He said, “The projects would promote orderly transportation, stimulate commerce, create jobs, improve sanitation, provide a conducive business environment, and enhance revenue generation for the local government. “Let me urge transport unions, market associations, business owner…

…for households, with other major expenditure areas including household goods, education, transportation, electricity, and water. This spending pattern shows that consumers continue to priorities' necessities over discretionary purchases. Nigeria's headline inflation eased marginally to 15.91% in June 2026 from 15.93% i…

…bus terminals or risk having their vehicles seized. The Mandate Secretary of the FCTA Transportation Secretariat, Mr Chinedum Elechi, gave the warning on Thursday during a news conference in Abuja. Elechi said all unauthorised loading points across the Federal Capital Territory would be shut down, while operators who r…

…state of the federation, among other things, to purchase CNG buses and improve on the transportation of the state. “Osun State diverted that N2 billion. Up to this moment, they have not been able to account for the money. Number 2, we have been talking about the mismanagement of ecological funds to Osun State. 17 billi…

…for easy administration.4. EkwulobiaLocal Government Area: AguataKnown for: Commerce and transportationEconomic strength: Trading and business servicesEkwulobia is among the top 5 richest towns in Anambra State. It is a big urban city with enough natural resources to create wealth. This industrial centre is one of the…

…was charged in a federal indictment with racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution.Following an eight-week trial in 2025, a jury acquitted him of the racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges but found him guilty on two counts of violating the Mann Act for transport…

…they have worked through that stock.Beyond inventory costs, the naira's performance, transportation logistics, and taxes will continue to shape the final price Nigerians pay at filling stations, regardless of where crude trades internationally.For Nigeria's government, cheaper crude carries its own risks. Lower oil pri…

…the Director-General of SON, Dr Ifeanyi Okeke, said Nigeria’s transition to cleaner transportation would only succeed if strict standards, effective regulation and public confidence are prioritised. Represented by the agency’s Deputy-Director of Research and Statistics, Olalekan Omoniyi, the SON boss stressed that whil…

…the first half of 2026 as higher energy costs squeezed household incomes and raised transportation and production costs. An analysis of the H1 2026 Downstream Industry Analysis Report by the Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria, obtained by The PUNCH, showed a clear relationship between rising fuel prices and…

…by the number of sessions, hotel category and length of stay. Some packages also include transportation assistance, hospitality upgrades or other travel benefits to enhance the tournament experience.Secondary marketplacesFans unable to secure tickets through the official sale or Ticketmaster Verified Resale Marketplace…

…his administration’s commitment to creating a safer, more orderly and efficient transportation system for the benefit of all residents. The governor, who expressed displeasure over the recklessness of road users and their non-compliance with the newly installed traffic lights, said such multi-billion-naira infrastructu…

…businesses, agro-allied processing, energy, logistics, mineral beneficiation and transportation, while 20 per cent of the total facility had been reserved for the digital economy and information and communication technology sector. Speaking at the unveiling, Olagunju said the initiative was aimed at creating a transpar…

…industries), agro-allied processing, energy, logistics, mineral beneficiation, transportation, and information and communication technology (ICT). NACCIMA said 20 per cent of the overall facility has been reserved for the digital economy and ICT sector. Speaking at the unveiling, Olagunju described the initiative as a…

…would leave roughly N7,261 a month for other essential expenses, including housing, transportation, electricity, education and healthcare.BudgIT warned that national averages alone could mask significant differences between states and lead to policies that fail to address the realities facing households across the coun…