NIMENA Opens Up Asia-Pacific Market For Nigerian Startups
The need to strengthen Nigeria’s blue economy through innovation, strategic partnerships and collaboration among industry players took centre stage at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Summit in Singapore, where Nigerian maritime professionals joined global stakeholders to explore emerging opportunities in technology, entrepreneurship and sustainable development. The summit, organised by Plug and PlayContinue Reading
Osun Workers End 3-day Sympathy Strike
Workers in the service of the Osun State government on Thursday returned to their duty posts after a three-day sympathy strike in solidarity with members of the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) over the withheld local government funds by the Federal Government. Workers across all sectors had compliedContinue Reading
‘Women are pitted against each other. It’s a blood sport’: Billie Piper on industry infighting, Elsinore’s Oscar buzz and thriving on personal crisis
The teen pop star turned Olivier-winning actor stars as Andrew Scott’s best friend in the acclaimed Ian Charleson biopic. She talks kindred spirits, social media and trying to channel a ‘mad storm of grief’ The late Billie Whitelaw, whom Samuel Beckett considered “a perfect actress”, was on stage in theContinue Reading
Experience: I was disembowelled by a hippo on my honeymoon
A mother hippopotamus protecting her young is one of the most fearsome forces of nature. Luckily, I’d just married someone ready to meet it head-on Anna and I got married in Portugal in September last year. We had been together for 13 years. She said in her vows, “I don’tContinue Reading
2027: INEC will obey court ruling on Atiku’s candidacy – Amupitan
INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, says the commission will abide by the court’s decision on Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 presidential candidacy under the ADC. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-inec-will-obey-court-ruling-on-atikus-candidacy-amupitan/Continue Reading
I never owned pro-Tinubu X account – INEC chairman
INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has denied owning a pro-Tinubu X account, stating the matter has been reported to the DSS and the police. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-never-owned-pro-tinubu-x-account-inec-chairman/Continue Reading
Morning recap: INEC fixes mock poll date, police probe Obi town hall attack, other top stories
Read a recap of top Nigerian stories, including INEC’s mock poll date for the 2027 election and the police probe into an attack on Peter Obi’s supporters. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-inec-fixes-mock-poll-date-police-probe-obi-town-hall-attack-other-top-stories/Continue Reading
Pochettino Set To Sign Two-and-a-half Year Deal To Succeed Carrick At Man United
Mauricio Pochettino is set to sign a two-and-a-half year deal to succeed Michael Carrick at Manchester United. United are set to pay the buyout in the Argentine’s United States contract — worth in the region of $10million (£7.4m) — after they identified him as their preferred choice to replace theContinue Reading
2027: Ogun APC Targets 2m Votes For Tinubu, Backs Continuity
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State on Thursday assured that the state chapter of the party would deliver over two million votes towards the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as all other party candidates in the forthcoming general elections in the state. The APC governorshipContinue Reading
Leather Technologists Honour Outstanding Professionals
The Society of Leather Technologists and Chemists of Nigeria (SLTCN) has honoured outstanding members for their contributions to the growth of Nigeria’s leather industry. The maiden Awards Night, held ahead of the Society’s 9th Annual Conference, drew members, industry stakeholders and distinguished guests. Speaking at the ceremony, the National PresidentContinue Reading