The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unanimously voted to increase the benchmark interest rate, or Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), to 27.25%. This decision aims to further tighten monetary policy, according to CBN ...

  Kizz Daniel, has announced the upcoming release of two new singles, “Mar Haba” and “We Must”, slated for September 26. The artist took to his social media platforms to share the cover art and teasers of the tracks, captioning ...

  Reekado Banks has announced the arrival of his first child with his girlfriend. The baby’s birth coincides with the second anniversary of his late mother’s passing, September 24th. Reekado Banks took to Instagram to share his emotions, posting a ...

  The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Yemi Cardoso, says lifting of petroleum products from the Dangote Refinery will moderate foreign exchange demand pressures. Cardoso who said this on Tuesday in Abuja, while presenting a communique from the ...

  The All Progressives Congress has cautioned Yiaga Africa, a civil society organisation, against undermining the Independent National Electoral Commission by questioning the results of the recently concluded Edo State gubernatorial election. In a press statement issued by the party’s ...

  Former President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC) and governor-elect Senator Monday Okpebholo on their historic victory in the Edo state governorship election. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Mallam Garba Shehu, Buhari described the win as ...

  Philip Shuaibu, Edo State’s Deputy Governor, expressed feelings of vindication following the All Progressives Congress (APC) victory in the recent governorship election. In an Arise Television interview, Shuaibu stated, that he feels vindicated and thanks God for it. He ...

  This is the shocking moment lightning struck a home and sparked an explosion – causing neighbours to evacuate the area. Firefighters and police were called to Bambury Street in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, on Saturday to move people away from the scene ...

  A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking the sack of the National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje. Presiding judge, Justice Inyang Ekwo in his ruling on Monday morning, held that the North Central ...

  Paul Okoye hopped on social media to mark his wife, Ivy Ifeoma’s birthday. He shared stunning photos of Ivy Ifeoma, elegantly posing beside a white piano, wearing a black dress. “Happy birthday to my lovely Ifeoma, Love you, wifey ...

  Rihanna has revealed she’s shifted her social priorities, opting for pub nights over clubbing. At Milan Fashion Week, Rihanna confessed: “I stopped liking the club in my mid-20s.” When asked to choose between a pub and a club, she ...

  Toke Makinwa is reportedly set to tie the knot with Farouq Umar, a longtime friend and former flame of Nollywood actress, Sharon Ooja. Toke Makinwa, who recently made a surprise visit to the Big Brother Naija Season Nine ‘No Loose Guard’ housemates, ...

  Some commercial drivers operating in the Mowe-Ibafo-Arepo areas of Ogun State stormed the expressway on Monday to protest multiple levies imposed on them by transport union workers, commonly known as Agberos. Punch correspondent, who monitored the protest, gathered from ...

  Anthony Joshua has broken his silence in his first sighting since he was beaten by Daniel Dubois at Wembley and insists he can come back to become a world champion once again. In a video on his Instagram account on Monday ...

  Mike Bamiloye, founder of Mount Zion Faith Ministries, has shared a touching story of faith, love, and perseverance during his early years of marriage. In an Instagram post, Bamiloye reflected on the financial struggles he and his wife, Gloria, ...

  Actress Bisola Badmus has received a significant boost in her battle with health issues, courtesy of generous donors. Her colleague, Biola Bayo, announced on Instagram that a volunteer has stepped up to sponsor Bisola’s brain surgery abroad, covering all costs. In ...

  A devastating blow to Manchester City’s title defense, midfielder Rodri will miss the rest of the season due to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear sustained in Sunday’s 2-2 draw against Arsenal. Monday morning tests confirmed the injury to ...

  In a thrilling twist, Kelly Rae has secured the coveted Head of House (HOH) title in the Big Brother Naija Season 9, catapulting him to the first finalist spot. As HOH, Kelly Rae enjoys immunity from nomination and the ...

  A soldier identified as Abubakar has allegedly k!lled a Nigerian Civil and Security Defence Corps officer, Olapade Segun. Abubakar and Segun were said to have met at a nightclub in the Bodija area of Oyo State on Friday. Punch ...

  An aluminium worker based in Okinni, Osun State, Sunday Ejoh, was on Monday sentenced to a six-month jail term by an Osun State Chief Magistrates’ Court sitting in Osogbo for stealing three tubers of yam. Ejoh, who appeared before Magistrate ...

  A fuel-laden tanker exploded on Shehu Shagari Way in the upscale Maitama area of Abuja after colliding with a commercial bus on Monday evening. An X user, #Southsouthboy3, posted that motorists abandoned their vehicles and fled for safety, leading ...

  Banky W has returned to school He made the revelation on Instagram. Sharing photos with his wife, Adesua Etomi and singer Eldee da Don, he  disclosed that he will spend the next one year pursuing a Masters degree in Policy Management in Georgetown University, ...

  The BBNaija semi-finals nomination list has been announced, and 11 housemates have nominated their fellow contestants for possible eviction. Here’s the nomination breakdown: 1. Ocee – Nelly and Anita 2. Anita – Kassia and Victoria 3. Wanni – Nelly ...

  Aliko Dangote, President and CEO of Dangote Group, expressed regret over not purchasing Arsenal Football Club when its value was lower. In a Bloomberg interview with Francine Lacqua, Dangote revealed he had considered buying Arsenal when it was valued ...

  FirstBank Sponsors the Maiden Edition of The Nigerian Fintech Festival Event in Lagos Lagos, September 18, 2024- The inaugural edition of the Nigerian Fintech Festival, the biggest fintech festival in Nigeria, sponsored by FirstBank, West Africa premier financial institution ...