The Cross River State House of Assembly has removed the Chairman of Bekwarra LGA from office and directed that a by-election be held. The decision follows tensions over local-government administration and accountability.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
Blog
-
PDP Leadership Crisis Deepens Over INEC Recognition
The PDP NWC led by Tanimu Turaki insists it is the party’s authentic leadership with INEC recognition, while a rival faction allied to Nyesom Wike claims a caretaker committee is in charge. The feud threatens to destabilise the party ahead of Ekiti 2026.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
-
Utomi, Falana, Ezekwesili Push for Automatic Sack of Defectors
Prof Pat Utomi, Femi Falana (SAN) and Oby Ezekwesili are advocating constitutional changes to mandate automatic loss of seat for elected officials who defect from their parties, except in narrow cases. They say frequent defections betray voters and weaken democracy.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
-
Shell Nigeria Gas Signs Supply Deal With Ogun Steel Firm
Shell Nigeria Gas has signed a gas-supply agreement with an Ogun-based steel manufacturer to boost industrial gas use in the state. The deal is expected to improve energy reliability and cut emissions compared to diesel.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
-
WAPCO Targets Higher Throughput, Warns on Sand-Mining Threat
West African Gas Pipeline Company says it is moving towards full utilisation of its 470mmscf/d capacity after recording record throughput in 2025. MD Abiodun Abodunrin warned that illegal sand mining near the Nigerian segment threatens pipeline safety.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
-
Wema Bank Retains Nigeria Bankers Game Crown
Wema Bank has won the Nigeria Bankers Game 2025 Grand Finale, taking the overall title for the fourth time in a row. The interbank sports event promotes staff wellness and industry bonding.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
-
NLNG: High Gas Prices Forcing Poor Nations Back to Coal
NLNG MD Philip Mshelbila warns that high global gas prices are pushing many developing countries back to coal, undermining climate goals. He says affordability must be addressed alongside decarbonisation or poorer nations will stay on high-emissions paths.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
-
Lagos Launches ₦150bn CNG Trucks Financing Scheme
Lagos State has unveiled a ₦150bn CNG Trucks Scheme to provide structured financing for operators to acquire gas-powered trucks. Governor Sanwo-Olu says the PPP programme will cut haulage costs and diesel dependence.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
-
FG Unveils New Digital Tools for Maritime Operations
The Federal Government has launched the Nigerian Shippers’ Council’s Enterprise Content Management System to digitise document handling in the maritime sector. The Marine and Blue Economy Ministry says it will improve transparency and reduce bottlenecks.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025
-
NOA, NBC Push for 70% Local Content in Children’s Cartoons
The National Orientation Agency and National Broadcasting Commission have formed a committee to ensure at least 70% of cartoon content on Nigerian TV is locally produced. They say the policy will strengthen culture and create opportunities for local animators.
PUNCH
11 Dec 2025