World Bank targets $5.79bn private financing for Nigeria
The World Bank Group has disclosed plans to mobilise up to $5.79bn in private financing for Nigeria in the 2026 fiscal year to support investments in telecommunications, agriculture, small businesses and other critical sectors of the economy. The initiative is expected to expand broadband access, improve agricultural productivity, increase creditContinue Reading
TikTok denies restricting service in Kaduna, Kano, two others
TikTok has denied restricting access to its platform in parts of Northern Nigeria, including Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi and Sokoto states, amid user complaints. Read More: https://punchng.com/tiktok-denies-restricting-service-in-kaduna-kano-two-others/Continue Reading
Illegal Fishing: FG Tackles Foreign Fish Poachers, Import With Norway Surveillance Deal
The federal government has moved to strengthen surveillance of Nigeria’s territorial waters through a partnership with Norway, seeking to curb illegal fishing by foreign operators, protect local fish production and reduce dependence on imports. The initiative will provide Nigeria with access to satellite-based vessel-tracking data to identify suspicious maritime activities,Continue Reading
INEC Records Low PVC Collection Turnout In Jos, Bayelsa, Niger, Ondo
The collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) recorded low turnout in some wards in Jos, Plateau State, Bayelsa, Niger and Ondo states on Monday as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) continued the exercise at Registration Area (RA) levels. The exercise is being conducted alongside the display of the NationalContinue Reading
TikTok Denies Blocking Access In Northern Nigeria
TikTok on Monday denied responsibility for restricted access to its platform reported by users in parts of Northern Nigeria, insisting that the disruption was not imposed by the company. The company in a statement sent to reporters said it was aware of the complaints and had begun engaging relevant stakeholdersContinue Reading
Kwara steps up Ebola, diphtheria surveillance
The Kwara State Government has stepped up efforts to improve the detection and reporting of Ebola and diphtheria cases through training for health workers. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-steps-up-ebola-diphtheria-surveillance/Continue Reading
Arteta Issues Injury Update On Hincapie, Zubimendi, Saliba Ahead Of UCL Clash With Lille
Mikel Arteta has issued a fitness update on Arsenal trio Piero Hincapie, Martin Zubimendi and William Saliba ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash with French side Lille. Speaking at the Sobha Realty Training Centre ahead of Tuesday’s game, Arteta confirmed that the Gunners will be without Hincapie, who alongContinue Reading
Gift Enwere: Africa’s Economic Transformation Must Reflect Nigeria’s Local Realities
Gift Enwere Esq, has emphasised that Africa’s economic transformation must be driven by solutions that respond to the local realities of individual nations, particularly Nigeria. She noted that while the continent continues to advance regional integration through initiatives such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), sustainable growthContinue Reading
Saudi Arabia Airport Strikes: 13 Killed, 300 Injured As Airlines Suspend Flights
Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has been struck three times this week, leaving at least 12 people dead and more than 300 wounded in the attacks. LEADERSHIP reports that Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for the strikes, which have reportedly affected nationals of eight countries.Continue Reading
IGP Disu Calls For Enforcement Of Laws Against Child Marriage
The inspector-general of police, IGP Olatunji Disu has called for stronger child protection policies, strict enforcement of laws against child marriage and improved access to education and healthcare for vulnerable girls, warning against the use of poverty, social pressure and cultural practices to deny children their fundamental rights. Disu, whoContinue Reading