January 2026 – Page 208

AEC Backs Venezuela Oil Recovery as US Targets 50M Barrels

08.01.2026

The African Energy Chamber has backed Venezuela’s oil recovery efforts following the detention of the country’s president, Nicolás Maduro, by United States President Donald Trump, stressing that stability remains critical to restoring investor confidence and driving long-term growth in the energy sector. This came as Trump said on Tuesday night that Venezuela would hand over...

Trump Seeks Ban on Dividends for Defense Firms

08.01.2026

United States President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he would not permit defence companies to pay dividends or carry out share buybacks until they address persistent problems in the production and maintenance of military equipment, according to a Reuters report. In a post on Truth Social, Trump accused defence contractors of failing to deliver...

US Banks Expect Strong Q4 Earnings from Investment Banking

08.01.2026

Major United States banks are expected to report stronger fourth-quarter profits next week, driven largely by a rebound in investment banking revenue as deal-making activity accelerates, according to a Reuters report. JPMorgan Chase, the largest U.S. lender, is set to kick off the earnings season for banks on 13 January. It will be followed by...

YMR Awards N24m Business Grants to Young Entrepreneurs

08.01.2026

In a move signalling a broadened focus beyond spiritual formation, the Young Ministers Retreat has partnered with Premium Trust Bank to provide N24m in business grants to young entrepreneurs. In a statement, it was noted that the 2025 Young Ministers Retreat concluded at Redemption City with a landmark shift in its mission, awarding N24m (approx....

₦8trn NNPC Debt Cancellation Exposes Tinubu’s Financial Recklessness

08.01.2026

Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 presidential election, Mr Peter Obi, has said President Bola Tinubu’s decision to write off ₦5.57 trillion and $1.42 billion (approximately ₦8 trillion) in debts owed by the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) expose the financial recklessness of his administration. Obi, in a statement on X on...

Lagos Reaffirms Commitment To Host AFRIMA 2026, Says It’s Boost Africa’s Creative Economy

08.01.2026

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to hosting the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in 2026, describing the continental ceremony as a powerful platform for advancing Africa’s creative economy, cultural diplomacy and global artistic influence. Speaking at a press conference held at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, the...

Mutfwang, APC Chairman Launch E-Registration In Plateau

08.01.2026

…Pledge Unity, Development In a major political convergence that many observers described as a turning point in Plateau State’s political history, Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang and the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, on Wednesday jointly flagged off the APC electronic membership registration and revalidation exercise in Dengi, Kanam...

‘I’m Unapproachable’ – Judge Warns Lawyers In Malami Money Laundering Trial

08.01.2026

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja, has issued a stern warning to lawyers and litigants involved in the trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, cautioning them against attempting to influence the court. The judge gave the warning on Wednesday, January 7,...

Super Eagles Threaten Training Boycott Ahead Of Algeria

08.01.2026

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are reportedly considering a training boycott amid growing frustration over unpaid win bonuses. Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been hit by a fresh off-field issue at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after reports revealed that players and coaching staff are still awaiting promised win bonuses. The situation surfaced just days...

Ododo Hails Echocho, Flags Off Mega Empowerment Programme In Anyigba

07.01.2026

The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Ododo, on Wednesday unveiled the Mega Empowerment Programme organised by the Senator representing Kogi East Senatorial District, Sen. Isah Jibrin (Echocho), in Anyigba, Dekina Local Government Area. The Governor, who was represented by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu, described the programme as a clear demonstration of people-oriented leadership, noting...

1 … 206 207 208 209 210 … 263

I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

04.10.2024

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has apologised for saying that Christians who don’t pay tithe might not make it to heaven. Adeboye who had previously said that paying tithe was one of the prerequisites for going to heaven, apologised for the comment while addressing his congregation Thursday...

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

04.10.2024

Angry protesters on Friday stormed the office of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, singing and chanting ‘Election must hold’. They defied the heavy rainfall spreading canopies, while singing and drumming, with one side of the road blocked. The protest came after the Rivers State governor stormed the RSIEC in the early hours of Friday...

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

04.10.2024

The Adamawa State Police Command has disclosed that the 30-year-old Abdullahi Mohammed who climbed a 33 kv high tension electricity pole in Mayo-Belwa last Friday has been admitted at the Yola Psychiatric hospital for mental examination. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command SP Suleiman Nguroje, told Arewa PUNCH on Friday in an exclusive...

Latest news

Education Minister Seeks More Funding In 2026

Obokun APC Maps Out Strategy Ahead Of 2026

INEC Alters Election Timetable, Fixes Presidential Poll For January 16, 2027

Al-Makura Donates Building For Renewed Hope Ambassador Headquarters

Latest News

AEC Backs Venezuela Oil Recovery as US Targets 50M Barrels

Trump Seeks Ban on Dividends for Defense Firms

US Banks Expect Strong Q4 Earnings from Investment Banking

YMR Awards N24m Business Grants to Young Entrepreneurs

₦8trn NNPC Debt Cancellation Exposes Tinubu’s Financial Recklessness

Lagos Reaffirms Commitment To Host AFRIMA 2026, Says It’s Boost Africa’s Creative Economy

Mutfwang, APC Chairman Launch E-Registration In Plateau

‘I’m Unapproachable’ – Judge Warns Lawyers In Malami Money Laundering Trial

Super Eagles Threaten Training Boycott Ahead Of Algeria

Ododo Hails Echocho, Flags Off Mega Empowerment Programme In Anyigba

Must Read

The Battle for Africa

I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

Popular Posts

I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

You may have missed it

Education Minister Seeks More Funding In 2026

Obokun APC Maps Out Strategy Ahead Of 2026

INEC Alters Election Timetable, Fixes Presidential Poll For January 16, 2027

Al-Makura Donates Building For Renewed Hope Ambassador Headquarters

Keyamo Performs Groundbreaking Ceremony For NAMA Corporate Headquarters

FG Orders Strict Adherence To MTEF To Strengthen Budget Credibility, Fiscal Discipline

Follow Us on Social Media

Themes