Tinubu approves N4trn to settle GENCOS debts

A ₦4 trillion bond program aimed at clearing debts owed to power generation companies (GENCOs) was announced by President Bola Tinubu, who appealed to the power companies to grant the federal government more... Read more »

President Tinubu backs N4 trillion bond to resolve power sector liabilities 

President Bola Tinubu has given anticipatory approval for a N4 trillion bond initiative aimed at addressing the liquidity shortfall in Nigeria’s power sector. This was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the... Read more »

FG invites new contractors to fast-track delivery of $2.8bn AKK gas pipeline

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has approved the engagement of additional contractors to fast-track the completion of the $2.8 billion Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano (AKK) Natural Gas Pipeline project. Project Manager of the... Read more »

TAJ Bank suffers fresh N957 million system glitch, discontinues reversal suit against 26 banks, fintechs  

TAJ Bank Ltd suffered another system glitch in March this year, leading to unauthorized transfers of a staggering N957.4 million to several accounts in 26 banks and fintech platforms. This came nearly... Read more »

AI’s evolution in Nigerian banks

Every Thursday at noon (WAT), Delve Into AI will provide nuanced insights on how the continent’s AI trajectory is shaping up. In this column, we examine how AI influences culture, policy, businesses,... Read more »

Yilwatda assumes office as APC chair, declares 2027 done deal

Opens door for opposition party members, NASS From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, formally assumed office at the party’s national... Read more »

Google unveils $37 million investment plan to boost AI Innovation across Africa 

Tech giant Google has unveiled a sweeping $37 million investment plan aimed at accelerating the development and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. The funding, which includes previously unannounced commitments,... Read more »

Professor emerges new APC National Chairman as Tinubu, governors approve nominee

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has settled on a new national chairman, with Professor Nentawe Yilwatda emerging as the consensus nominee to lead Nigeria’s ruling party, PREMIUM TIMES can report today. Mr... Read more »

Court Voids Removal Of Benue Chief Judge Ikpambese

The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja has declared the removal of the Chief Judge of Benue State, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, from office by the state House of Assembly as unconstitutional, null... Read more »

Gaines Creative Outlet Celebrates 30 Years of Art, Community, Cultural Legacy in Nigeria – THISDAYLIVE

Agnes Ekebuike  With heartfelt performances and deeply personal reflections, the United States-based performing arts organisation Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet (JGCO), marked its 30th anniversary in Lagos with a powerful celebration of culture,... Read more »