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The Federal Government has renewed its drive to deploy one million compressed natural gas-powered vehicles across the country, directing officials to accelerate investments in refuelling infrastructure and vehicle conversions to reduce transportation costs.
The Punch · 5 hours ago · 5 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has commenced an investigation into an incident involving a foreign-registered Challenger 604 aircraft operated by Triton Aviation, which lost its door mid-air shortly after departing Abuja for Lagos.
The Punch · a day ago · 2 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Digital bank, PalmPay, has warned customers against clicking suspicious links and authorising unauthorised transactions, as it urged users to verify customer support channels to protect their accounts from fraud.
The Punch · 2 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Abuja airport was thrown into panic on Thursday after a CL60 aircraft operated by Triton Aviation lost a door mid-air, forcing the crew to declare an emergency shortly after take-off from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
The Punch · 2 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Tesla has unveiled a prototype of its new Roadster sports car that can briefly rise into the air using rocket technology, with production targeted for 2028.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Developing Eight Organisation for Economic Cooperation has set a target of increasing trade among its member countries to $500bn by 2030, highlighting Nigeria’s role through the establishment of its Centre for Small and Medium Enterprises in Abuja.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 5 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Nigeria spent N5.28tn servicing its domestic debt between January and June 2026, as interest payments on government securities continued to absorb substantial public funds.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
•As CIT, CGT, stamp duties, VAT collections decline By Emma Ujah The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared N2.428 trillion among the three tiers of government, Federal Government, state governments and local government councils. This comes as collections from Companies Income…
Vanguard News · 3 days ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
•But core inflation still rising By Yinka Kolawole & Elizabeth Adegbesan Nigeria’s headline inflation rate declined to 14.63 per cent in September 2026 from 15.39 per cent the previous month of August, driven by a moderation in food prices, even as core inflationary pressures strengthened during…
Vanguard News · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
Petroleum marketers have rejected government-imposed N1,350 price caps on petrol, insisting that market forces, competition and improved distribution efficiency should determine prices in Nigeria’s deregulated downstream sector.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 4 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Federal Government as inaugurated the National Air Transport Economic Oversight Committee to coordinate efforts to address high aviation taxes, charges and fees, while ensuring Nigeria’s compliance with the Economic Community of West African States regional aviation policy.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Following SEC's notice that the general public should beware of buying Dangote Refinery’s IPO through WayvePay, the bank clarified its involvement The post Dangote IPO: Firm reaffirms commitment to regulation compliance appeared first on Vanguard News.
Vanguard News · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
The deductions from Nigeria’s Federation Account fell by N1.7tn in the first half of 2026, following the Federal Government’s move to stop certain oil revenue retentions by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and redirect gas-flaring penalties to the Federation Account.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 4 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Federal Government has commenced five interconnected mini-grid projects with a combined capacity of 17.7 megawatts in Oyo State, while ruling out plans to increase electricity tariffs.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Helios Investment Partners is expanding its presence in Africa’s sports and entertainment industries through investments in sports rights, talent development, live events and infrastructure, as it seeks to tap into a market projected to reach $20bn by 2035.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 4 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Black-owned and Black-led businesses across five African markets face a funding gap of $209bn, according to a new report launched by British International Investment, the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, and Swedfund.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Nigeria’s foreign exchange utilisation surged to $18.34bn in the second quarter of 2026, its highest level in nearly 15 years, as financial services transactions accounted for more than half of total demand, according to the Financial Markets Dealers Association.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The International Monetary Fund has endorsed the Central Bank of Nigeria’s decision to cut its benchmark interest rate to 23 per cent, saying the move is justified by progress in taming inflation, although monetary policy remains tight.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves have climbed to $55.1bn, their highest level in 18 years, strengthening the country’s capacity to withstand global economic disruptions, Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has said.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Dangote Industries Limited and the Botswana Stock Exchange have commended Nigerian Exchange Group for bringing African exchanges together to expand cross-border investment opportunities through the ongoing roadshow for the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE offer.
The Punch · 3 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
