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BUSINESSnowHas Bola Tinubu succeeded in getting the Nigerian economy up and running?In a country long haunted by the specter of collapse, economic ties between banks, industrialists, and investors are strengthening. For the head of state, the challenge is to transform this movement into shared prosperity.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSnowUS midterm elections: who are the candidates from the African diaspora?Sept candidats d’origine africaine se lancent à la conquête de la Chambre des représentants, alors que les communautés immigrées font face à une hostilité de plus en plus virulente encouragée par des mesures de répression musclées.Jeune Afrique
WORLD10m agoCBD COP17: Nigeria urges developed countries to fulfil $30bn annual biodiversity funding pledgeNigeria has urged developed countries to fulfil their commitment to mobilise $20 billion annually by 2025 and $30 billion by 2030 to support biodiversity conservation in developing countries. The post CBD COP17: Nigeria urges developed countries to fulfil $30bn annual biodiversity funding pledge appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD21m agoOlympic Eagles begin U-23 AFCON Qualifier preparations in IkenneThe maiden training session took place at the Remo Stars Stadium under the supervision of head coach Eric Chelle, as the team began its build-up to the crucial qualifying fixtures. The post Olympic Eagles begin U-23 AFCON Qualifier preparations in Ikenne appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS36m agoNigerian extradited from Benin to US over alleged $100m tax fraudA 43-year-old Nigerian, Akinade Adedeji Raheem, has been extradited from Benin to the United States to face federal charges over an alleged scheme involving more than $100 million in fraudulent tax refund claims using stolen identities. The post Nigerian extradited from Benin to US over alleged $100m tax fraud appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD37m agoBenue police rescue 29 kidnap victims, arrest 34 foreignersBenue police say they rescued 29 kidnap victims and arrested 34 foreign nationals in separate operations across the state in October. The post Benue police rescue 29 kidnap victims, arrest 34 foreigners appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTH37m agoOver 80% Students Discharged, Govt Investigating Cause Of Bilharzia Drug Reactions — Health CommissionerThe incident involved no fewer than 64 students who developed symptoms including vomiting, abdominal discomfort and dizziness after receiving medication during a Bilharzia treatment campaign conducted by Primary Health Care authorities in collaboration with Batagarawa Local Government. The post Over 80% Students Discharged, Govt Investigating Cause Of Bilharzia Drug Reactions — Health Commissioner appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESS39m agoZimbabwe’s platinum boom: Where is the wealth?The metal is generating billions, but mining communities say basic services have failed to keep pace.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS42m agoKano lawmakers back establishment of state policeThe assembly passed the bill during its plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Jibril Ismail-Falgore. The post Kano lawmakers back establishment of state police appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTERBREAKING50m agoNiger governor’s convoy crash kills four students, driverFour students of the Federal University of Technology and a driver attached to the Niger State Government House have died in a collision involving a vehicle in Governor Mohammed Bago’s convoy. The post Niger governor’s convoy crash kills four students, driver appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICS58m agoMali: what has become of the former leading figures of the political class?Depuis le coup d’État de 2020, les anciennes figures des partis désormais dissous ont connu des fortunes diverses. Entre ralliement, disgrâce et démêlés judiciaires, ils peinent à trouver leur place dans le Mali d’Assimi Goïta.Jeune Afrique
BUSINESS1h agoFG moves to secure farms, attract investorsBy Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Federal Government has moved to address insecurity threatening agricultural investments, signing a partnership agreement to develop security arrangements for farms and attract investors to multibillion-dollar soybean and sugarcane projects in Yobe and Jigawa states. The Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), Integranium Holdings and Defence Agricultural Assets and Projects […] The post FG moves to secure farms, attract investors appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS1h agoFirstBank, GTBank, UBA roll out Google Pay for customersBy Babajide Komolafe FirstBank, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) and United Bank for Africa (UBA) have rolled out Google Pay for eligible customers, expanding digital payment options following the launch of the global digital wallet service in Nigeria. The integration enables eligible cardholders to add their cards to Google Wallet and make secure digital payments using […] The post FirstBank, GTBank, UBA roll out Google Pay for customers appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS1h agoCooking gas supply rises 18% to 4.5m litres daily — NMDPRABy Ediri Ejoh Domestic supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, rose by 17.78 per cent year-on-year, YoY, to 4.5 million litres per day in September 2026, from 3.7 million litres per day in September 2025. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, disclosed this in its latest data […] The post Cooking gas supply rises 18% to 4.5m litres daily — NMDPRA appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS1h ago2027: NDC campaign DG urges Atiku to join Obi-KwankwasoAbdulkarim said the opposition needed to unite behind a common platform to improve its chances of defeating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the election. The post 2027: NDC campaign DG urges Atiku to join Obi-Kwankwaso appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS1h agoEbonyi Assembly unanimously backs state police billThe proposed amendment seeks to alter the 1999 Constitution, as amended, to provide a legal framework for state police services while retaining the Nigeria Police Force at federal level. The post Ebonyi Assembly unanimously backs state police bill appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECH1h agoWhy 5G remains out of reach for most Nigerians…High cost of devices, coverage remains uneven …As smartphone market contracts 11% amid rising device prices …Africa’s budget smartphone shipments plunge 34% amid rising costsBy Juliet Umeh Nigeria’s mobile market has shifted significantly towards newer network technologies over the past three years, but 5G remains out of reach for most consumers. High smartphone prices, uneven […] The post Why 5G remains out of reach for most Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS1h ago₦1bn Fundamental Rights Suit: Court Fixes Dec 2 For Judgement In El-Rufai’s Suit Against ICPC, Two OthersEl-Rufai filed the suit, alleging that operatives of the ICPC and the police violated his rights following the search of his Abuja house on 20 February. The post ₦1bn Fundamental Rights Suit: Court Fixes Dec 2 For Judgement In El-Rufai’s Suit Against ICPC, Two Others appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESS1h agoDollar to Naira exchange rate today, October 28, 2026The Nigerian Naira maintained relative stability against the United States Dollar across both official and parallel foreign exchange markets on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, October 28, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CYBER1h agoThird Serengeti Sweep Tops 1,400 Arrests as Investigations MatureInterpol's annual Operation Serengeti, now on its third iteration, led to 1,462 arrests across 20 African countries and the US, recovering $105 million in stolen funds.Dark Reading
WORLD1h agoAgony of ostracized Ebonyi widow…Claims the action aimed to deprive her and children of the late husband’s estate, family land …My life and the lives of my children are in grave danger, now a fugitive, she cries out A widow, Mrs. Njideka Ngwutu, from Nsokkara community in Ezza South Council of Ebonyi State, experienced the worst embarrassment of her […] The post Agony of ostracized Ebonyi widow appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD1h agoOfala festival: From royal dancing to robust community enterprise•As Obi of Onitsha warns S-East against electoral apathy•Says it will deepen political marginalisation of the regionBy Vincent Ujumadu The 2026 annual Ofala festival of Onitsha, Anambra State, has ended in the ancient kingdom with the usual assemblage of who is who from within and outside Nigeria. The magnificent Ime Obi arena was as expected […] The post Ofala festival: From royal dancing to robust community enterprise appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS2h agoNigerian govt approves N70,000 monthly transport allowance for workersThe approval was one of the resolutions reached at a meeting between government officials and the NLC leadership in Abuja on Tuesday, as both parties discussed workers’ welfare, the national minimum wage and outstanding allowances. The post Nigerian govt approves N70,000 monthly transport allowance for workers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS2h agoFG kicks off $100m Southeast gas pipeline project…As SEDC seals deal with GasSync, commits $3m .. Tinubu says S’East must rise from potential to reality …Mbah, governors hail Tinubu, pledge support for 400km pipeline The Federal Government, through the South East Development Commission (SEDC) has kicked off a $100 million gas distribution pipeline project to boost industrialisation, attract investments and create jobs […] The post FG kicks off $100m Southeast gas pipeline project appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria