Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It covers an area of 923,769 square kilometres (356,669 mi2). With a population of more than 236 million, it is the most populous country in Africa, and the world's sixth-most populous country. Nigeria borders Niger in the north, Chad in the northeast, Cameroon in the east, and Benin in the west. Nigeria is a federal republic comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, where its capital, Abuja, is located. The largest city in Nigeria by population is Lagos, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world and the largest in Africa.
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INEC said the figure represented 81.50 per cent of the total 2,339,233 registered voters in the state. The post 1.9m PVCs collected for Osun governorship election – INEC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Kanyinsola Ajayi has announced the start of his professional athletics career with global sportswear brand Adidas. The post Nigeria’s Kanyinsola Ajayi turns professional, signs with Adidas appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The winner was guaranteed a place in the intercontinental World Cup play-off route, making the clash a second chance for both nations after disappointing quarter-final exits The post World Cup dream over: Six major takeaways from Nigeria’s painful defeat to South Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The deployment comes after weeks of monitoring the pre-election environment in Osun. The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) has deployed observers, fact-checkers and analysts across all 30 Local Government Areas of Osun State ahead of the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, 15 August 2026. The post CJID deploys observers, fact-checkers, analysts across Osun for 2026 governorship election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Their responses reveal a state caught between fear and determination, as they are aware of the risks posed by the violence and yet remain unwilling to surrender their right to participate in choosing who governs Osun State. The post #OsunDecides2026: Residents speak on election-day expectations, demand transparent, violence-free polls appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
NAHCON urged all stakeholders to cooperate with the designated carriers to ensure a safe, seamless, and comfortable airlift operation for Nigerian pilgrims. The post NAHCON approves five airlines for 2027 Hajj airlift appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigeria and other African countries will push for a legally binding instrument on drought management and increased financing to tackle desertification, land degradation and drought at the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17) in Mongolia. The post EXCLUSIVE: What Nigerian delegates, African Group of Negotiators will demand at COP17 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Super Falcons had hoped to recover from their disappointing WAFCON quarter-final exit against Cameroon, but South Africa proved too strong in Thursday’s crucial play-off. The post Nigeria to miss Women’s World Cup for first time in over 30 years appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The governor said the facility was part of his administration’s deliberate plan to position Enugu as a medical tourism destination. The post Why we built Enugu International Hospital – Gov Mbah appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Adewale's withdrawal comes less than two days before the 15 August governorship election, leaving voters with one fewer candidate. The post OsunDecides2026: APM candidate withdraws from governorship race, endorses Adeleke appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
NNPC said the new order establishes a transparent, predictable, and globally competitive fiscal framework for qualifying greenfield deep offshore developments. The post Deep offshore incentive order will accelerate investment, production growth — NNPC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Eugenia Abdallah, the State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, said the Edo State Government is placing keen attention on the rehabilitation of victims, while pursuing the prosecution of offenders. The post Most child sexual abuses involve fathers, daughters — Edo govt appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
AFC describes the investment as a continuation of its long-term partnership with the Dangote Group and commitment to financing transformative industrial projects across Africa. The post AFC leads investment in Dangote Refinery’s $2.5bn private placement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The revised figure represents an increase of N1.45 billion from the earlier N961 billion provision, which translates to a 0.15 per cent rise. The post Cross River assembly approves N963bn supplementary budget appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Gbajabiamila explained that the extension is to give individuals, institutions and organisations additional time to prepare and submit their contributions to the proposed legislation. The post Presidency extends policing bill submission deadline by eight days appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The details of a pre-nuptial agreement signed by Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo and his long-term partner, Georgina Rodriguez, has been revealed. The couple got married on Tuesday in Lisbon, in front of their children and only four witnesses. Ronaldo’s mother and his three siblings were not present at the intimate civil ceremony. The wedding was officiated […] Details of pre-nuptial agreement Cristiano Ronaldo signed with Georgina revealed
At least seven countries have qualified for the intercontinental play-offs ahead of the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Ghana and South Africa have been confirmed as Africa’s representatives on Thursday, following their wins over Ivory Coast and Nigeria, respectively. They will face any of the following teams in the first round: Chinese Taipei, Uzbekistan, Ecuador, Venezuela and […] 2027 Women’s World Cup: 7 countries qualify for intercontinental play-off
Abia State Government has directed its environmental health officers to urgently inspect all abattoirs across the state and to stop butchers from using vehicle tyres to roast animal skin, popularly known as “kanda.” It also warned that roasting of animal skin with tyres posed serious public health risks for the citizens, including cancer threat. Commissioner […] Abia govt orders health officers to inspect all abattoirs over disease risks
Paris Saint-Germain’s 2-1 win over Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday night has added a fresh twist to the 2026 Ballon d’Or rankings. The Ligue 1 giants have begun the new season with a silverware after beating Arsenal in the Champions League in May. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring for PSG, before Brian Madjo […] Ballon d’Or 2026: Top 5 ranking after PSG defeat Aston Villa in UEFA Super Cup
Aston Villa manager, Unai Emery, has named his winner for this year’s Ballon d’Or. Speaking recently at his post-match after Aston Villa’s UEFA Super Cup 2-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, Emery named Khvicha Kvaratskhelia as the favourite to win the Ballon d’Or. The former Arsenal coach cited the impact the Georgia international has made for […] Ballon d’Or 2026: He’s fantastic – Unai Emery names player to win award
The National Orientation Agency, NOA, Osun State Directorate, has urged eligible voters across the state to participate peacefully in the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, August 15. The State Director of the agency, Adebiyi Adefarasin Stephen, made the call in Osogbo through a statement signed by Bunmi Olaseinde, Public Relations Officer of the agency on Friday. While […] Osun election: NOA urges non-violent, peaceful voting
Daughter of Chief Joseph Ezeokafor, the kidnapped businessman and chairman of Jezco Group, Blessing Ezeokafor, who is said to be the victim’s first child, has accused her younger brother, Eberechukwu Ezeokafor, popularly known as Jowizaza, of being responsible for their father’s predicament. Blessing said the flamboyant lifestyle her brother displays on social media was the […] ‘Your lifestyle reason for our dad’s ordeal’ – Jezco’s daughter slams brother, Jowizaza
There are moments in politics when a word acquires a life of its own, travelling beyond intention into an atmosphere already charged with suspicion and fear. By the time the explanation arrives, the damage may already have travelled much further. Osun has had one such moment in the controversy surrounding Senator Francis Fadahunsi and a […] Lucky Adesoga: Osun 2026: The AMBO sanitising effect and APC’s battle against toxic politics
Plateau State Government has approved the creation of Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction. The new ministry will be responsible for coordinating the state’s response to humanitarian emergencies, social protection and poverty reduction. Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, who disclosed this while briefing journalists on Thursday, said the approval for the new […] Plateau govt creates new ministry
Beauty entrepreneur and reality TV star, Diadem Adeola, has accused her former friend and colleague, Dabota Lawson, of using bloggers to damage her reputation. Diadem made the allegation in a series of posts on her Instagram page. She alleged that Lawson had shared information about her with bloggers, claiming that their fallout had led to […] ‘Get my name off your mouth’ – Diadem blasts Dabota Lawson over alleged smear campaign
The Federal High Court sitting in Bauchi has dismissed a N200 million fundamental rights enforcement suit filed against the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police and the Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State Command. The suit, marked FHC/BAU/CS/94/2025, was instituted by Dr Aliyu Sulaiman Wunti against Alhaji Abdulaziz Tijjani and five others. The spokesman of […] Court dismisses N200m rights suit against police in Bauchi
Nollywood actress, Uche Ogbodo, has revealed that she underwent threads, fillers and PDO treatment to enhance her facial appearance without undergoing surgery. Ogbodo disclosed this in a post shared on her social media page, where she showed her new look and explained why she decided to enhance her appearance. The actress said she believes people […] ‘I got me a new face’ – Uche Ogbodo announces threads, fillers, PDO treatments
The Galatasaray management has sent a clear message to clubs interested in signing Victor Osimhen that their top striker is not for sale. Osimhen has been linked with Arsenal and Al-Hilal this summer transfer window. Reports emerged that Al-Hilal have entered the race to sign the Nigerian international as they aim to sell former Real […] Transfer: ‘Our stance is clear’ – Galatasaray send message to Arsenal, Al-Hilal, others over Osimhen
The Federal Ministry of Interior has dismissed a widely circulated notice claiming that the ongoing recruitment exercise by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board, CDCFIB, has been postponed until after the 2027 general election. The ministry described the document with the title: “CDCFIB Recruitment Update”, dated August 11, 2026, as fake and […] CDCFIB recruitment: FG disowns postponement notice
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 19-year-old housewife, Aisha Musa, for allegedly attempting to kill her husband by poisoning his food in Gwamma Village, Bauchi Local Government Area of the state. The command said the suspect, who had been married for about 40 days, allegedly mixed a poisonous substance into her husband’s meal […] 40 days after wedding, Bauchi bride allegedly poisons husband
All eyes will be on Osun State tomorrow, August 15, 2026, as residents go to the polls to elect their next governor. DAILY POST reports that in the months leading up to the election, political realignments, prolonged legal battles, local government disputes, defections, allegations of political violence, and an increasingly competitive struggle for control of […] Osun election: Defections, court battles, violence shape Accord, APC, ADC showdown
Kabiru Abdullahi, a long-time ally of the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC. Abdullahi announced his resignation from the NDC in a letter addressed to the party chairman of Kofar Ruwa Ward in Dala Local Government Area of Kano State. The ardent supporter […] 2027: Kwankwaso’s ally, Abdullahi dumps NDC for APC
Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery recently attracted one of the continent’s largest landmark investments. This comes as the Africa Finance Corporation,AFC led a group of strategic investors in a landmark $2.5 billion private placement by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE, DPRP, representing a major capital injection into Nigeria’s largest integrated refining and petrochemical project. DAILY POST, […] Everything you need to know about AFC’s $2.5bn investment in Dangote Refinery
Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has questioned the presence of the Ebonyi State Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, Pauline Ugoyenka, in Osun State before the governorship election. Davido raised the concern in a post on his verified X handle on Thursday. The INEC REC from Ebonyi State, Pauline Ugoyenka, reportedly arrived in Osun State […] Osun election: Davido raises concern over Ebonyi REC presence
LAGOS, Nigeria – Nigerian authorities have intensified efforts to combat the circulation of counterfeit scientific calculators following the seizure of approximately 14,000 boxes of fake devices during a coordinated enforcement operation at Dosunmu Market in Lagos. The operation, conducted on 17 February, brought together the Nigeria Police Force, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria, SON, and […] Protect your child’s future: Beware of counterfeit scientific calculators
Two governorship candidates in Saturday’s Osun State election, Adebayo Simon Adewale of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and Adedamola Adebayo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have withdrawn from the race and endorsed the incumbent governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke. Adewale announced his withdrawal at a press conference in Osogbo on Thursday, saying the decision followed […] The post Osun Election: APM, PDP candidates withdraw, endorse Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Jimoh Babatunde Founder of the Initiative for Peace, Forgiveness and Love for One Another (IPFLOA), Ambassador Kingsley Atoe, has appealed to Nigerian music stars, Peter and Paul Okoye of the defunct P-Square duo, to forgive one another and reconcile their differences. Atoe made the appeal in a message addressed to the two brothers, urging […] The post IPFLOA founder appeals to P-Square brothers to reconcile appeared first on Vanguard News.
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has defended the use of public funds to support marriage arrangements in states operating under Shariah law, describing the practice as a legitimate responsibility of government. Gumi made the position known in a statement shared on Facebook on Thursday, arguing that governments in Shariah-governed societies have a duty to address […] The post Gumi defends public funding of marriages in Shariah states appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Residents demand government intervention as traders seek grants, lower levies By Ugochukwu Alaribe, Chinedu Adonu, Vincent Ujumadu, Jeff Agbodo, Chimaobi Nwaiwu and Emma Iheaka UMUAHIA — Residents and traders across the South-East have lamented the rising cost of goods and services, declining consumer purchasing power and worsening business conditions, urging the Federal Government to introduce […] The post Economic hardship: South-East traders lament low patronage, high costs appeared first on Vanguard News.
Those killed included a man in his 60s or 70s found floating in a flooded road and a 66-year-old woman stuck in her submerged car, the Chiba Prefecture Disaster Management Office said. The post Thousands stranded as heavy rain kills at least four in Japan appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Police Command in Kaduna State says it has arrested six suspected kidnappers and dismantled a suspected kidnappers’ hideout in Ikara Local Government Area of the state. The post Police arrest 6 suspected kidnappers in Kaduna appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Dickson Omobola Association of Real Estate Developers of Lagos State, AREDOLS, has petitioned the Lagos State House of Assembly over what it described as the Lagos State Waste Management Authority’s, LAWMA, misclassification of construction materials as waste, urging the lawmakers to direct the agency to stop imposing levies and penalties on such materials. AREDOLS […] The post LAWMA’s levies on construction materials: Developers petition Lagos assembly appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Godwin Oritse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assented to the Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency (NPERA) Bill 2026, paving the way for the establishment of a dedicated economic regulator for Nigeria’s port sector. The development was disclosed by the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr Pius Akutah, in […] The post Tinubu assents Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency Bill appeared first on Vanguard News.
All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate in Ogun State, Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has congratulated the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, CFR, on his inauguration as the Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas. Recall that the inauguration ceremony took place on Wednesday, at the Oba’s […] The post Ogun council of Obas: Adeola hails Alake’s emergence as Chairman appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Olasunkanmi Akoni All Progressives Congress, APC, stalwart and lead visioner of Lagos4Lagos Movement, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has pledged the support of his political structure for the party and its candidates both Federal and state ahead of the 2027 general elections. Jandor made the commitment yesterday when he led about 300 members of […] The post 2027: Jandor mobilises Lagos for Tinubu, Hamzat appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Emma Ujah & Rosemary Iwunze The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has announced seven more insurance companies that have scaled the recapitalization hurdle, following a 14-day period granted to eight insurance companies for final verification and regulatory review With this development, forty-eight (48) insurance companies and two (2) reinsurance companies have been confirmed and verified as compliant […] The post Recapitalisation: NIA backs NAICOM as 7 more insurance firms clear hurdle appeared first on Vanguard News.
ABUJA—Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a high-profile terrorist operative linked to notorious terrorist leader Dogo Gide and 60 suspected collaborators in separate intelligence-led operations across the country, while launching a fresh offensive against terrorists in the North-West. The operations, recorded between August 12 and 13, also led to the recovery of weapons, military […] The post Troops bomb scores of terrorists, nab top leader, 60 collaborators appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Nkiruka Nnorom and Dennis Agbo The Federal Government has denied receiving any request from South Africa for reimbursement of costs incurred in repatriating Nigerians and other migrants from the country. The clarification comes after South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs told Parliament on Tuesday, that it had written to Nigeria, Malawi and Ethiopia to […] The post Xenophobia: No request yet from S’Africa on repatriation costs — FG appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Kingsley Omonobi Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Mr. Olatunji Disu, has disclosed that preparations for the recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables had reached the final pre-training stage, with comprehensive training programmes being developed around an improved curriculum and international best practices. He also reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to strengthening counterterrorism, community protection, human […] The post Recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables at final pre-training stage — Disu appeared first on Vanguard News.
Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority, PGSA, the body responsible for maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, has rejected claims by the United States of America officials that the waterway is open. “Claims and repeated posts by U.S. officials that the Strait of Hormuz is no longer blocked do not change the reality,” PGSA stated. […] The post Iran rejects U.S. claims about Strait of Hormuz’s re-opening appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Navy has rescued 22 passengers following the hijacking of a wooden passenger boat by suspected sea robbers along the Calabar–Oron–Ibaka waterway in Akwa Ibom State. The operation, conducted on August 11, 2026, was carried out by personnel of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Ibaka, in collaboration with Operation Delta Safe […] The post Navy rescues 22 sea robbery victims, recovers hijacked boat in Akwa Ibom appeared first on Vanguard News.
The naira maintained relative stability against the United States dollar on Friday, August 14, 2026, in both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market, as traders continued to monitor foreign currency liquidity and demand conditions. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 14, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it tracked 4,582 public projects valued at over N22.53 trillion between 2023 and June 2026, saving the Federal Government an estimated N385.62 billion. The post ICPC tracks 4,582 projects worth N22.5trn, saves FG N385.6bn appeared first on Vanguard News.
Four years ago, Ayi, a resident of Obogoro, a riverside community on the fringe of Yenagoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, gathered her six children around her and told them they would have to leave. Not because of conflict, not because of family strife but because the river was coming for their home. The post Angry Ekole River: Bayelsa community fights for survival as erosion swallows homes appeared first on Vanguard News.
It is 1:45pm on Herbert Macaulay Way, one of the busiest roads in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria. Top ranging vehicles ply here as a routine because of the presence of the National Oil company on this road. The post STREET HAWKING: Why we defy FCTA to sell on Abuja streets appeared first on Vanguard News.
Ogun Customs Command intercepts N3.57bn worth of contraband, including cannabis and foreign rice, vowing tougher times for smugglers in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-customs-intercept-n3-57bn-contraband-promise-smugglers-tougher-time/
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Cristiano Ronaldo is back at Al Nassr training with a striking new copper-yellow hairstyle after his wedding. See photos of Ronaldo’s return. Read More: https://punchng.com/pictorial-ronaldo-returns-to-al-nassr-with-golden-new-look/
Barcelona is set to make a third offer for Manchester City’s Rodri, with negotiations ongoing. Will the Catalan giants secure their target? Read More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-barcelona-prepare-third-bid-for-rodri/
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Sheikh Gumi defends public funding for marriages under Shariah law, citing it as legitimate governance in states prohibiting promiscuity. Learn more about Read More: https://punchng.com/public-funding-of-marriage-legitimate-under-shariah-gumi/
Anambra LG chairman and Okwumereze Foundation offer scholarship and accommodation to Richard Emmanuel Ekene Ike, a debate star who lost his parents. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-lg-chairman-foundation-offer-scholarship-accommodation-to-debate-star-after-parents-death/
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Nigel Farage secures victory in the Clacton by-election, comfortably beating satirical opponent Count Binface. Get the full details of Farage’s win. Read More: https://punchng.com/farage-wins-clacton-by-election-defeats-rival-count-binface/
Ecuadorian police seized 369kg of cocaine with Erling Haaland’s image on packages. Discover why drug traffickers use celebrity labels. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-haalands-image-found-on-cocaine-packages-seized-in-ecuador/
Kaduna State Police Command arrests six suspected kidnappers and dismantles a hideout in Ikara LGA. Learn more about the operation and ongoing investigatio Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-six-suspected-kidnappers-in-kaduna/
Super Falcons coach, Justine Madugu, apologises to Nigerians after the team’s failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Read More: https://punchng.com/coach-apologises-to-nigerians-over-falcons-world-cup-miss/
Real Warri Pikin and Delta State groups have resolved their dispute over her planned comedy show in Effurun, agreeing to work together for its success. Read More: https://punchng.com/real-warri-pikin-delta-groups-resolve-dispute-over-planned-show/
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Ghana Police successfully foiled a bank robbery in Labone, Accra, killing two suspects and arresting one. Read more about the Ghana bank robbery attempt. Read More: https://punchng.com/ghana-police-foil-bank-robbery-kill-two-suspects-arrest-one/
RATTAWU honours DSS DG Oluwatosin Ajayi with a ‘Golden Era Pillar’ award for his strategic intelligence and contributions to national security and developm Read More: https://punchng.com/rattawu-honours-dss-dg-for-strategic-intelligence-national-security/
Seven workers died and 19 were rescued after a landslide in an India tunnel accident in Uttarakhand. Learn more about the disaster and ongoing rescue effor Read More: https://punchng.com/seven-workers-killed-19-rescued-in-india-tunnel-accident/
Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto announces plans to close over 750 state-owned firms by year-end, aiming for massive corporate restructuring and cost Read More: https://punchng.com/indonesia-to-shut-over-750-state-owned-firms-president/
INEC has commenced the distribution of sensitive Osun election materials to all 30 local government areas ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-inec-begins-distribution-of-sensitive-materials/
As 94 countries subsidise fuel due to the US-Iran crisis, Nigerians face rising petrol and diesel prices. Experts call for targeted interventions to ease t Read More: https://punchng.com/us-iran-crisis-94-countries-subsidise-fuel-as-nigerians-pay-more/
President Tinubu pledges to revive Nigeria’s moribund refineries, emphasizing productivity over mere activity and condemning past wasteful operations. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-vows-refinery-revival-condemns-wasteful-operations/
APC Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, explains how his rural background influenced his decision to provide free medical outreach in Taraba State, aiding vu Read More: https://punchng.com/my-rural-community-background-shaped-medical-outreach-decision-yilwatda/
The ICPC has uncovered massive ghost payroll fraud, including an official who enrolled 14 family members and another collecting 13 salaries. Learn more abo Read More: https://punchng.com/icpc-uncovers-ghost-payrolls-official-paying-14-family-members/
Another Osun resident shot dead in Esa Oke, raising concerns about escalating political violence. The APC alleges Accord Party involvement; police urged to Read More: https://punchng.com/death-toll-mounts-as-another-osun-resident-shot-dead/
Lawyers petition DSS over alleged contempt of court in the continued detention of a Bauchi teenager, Faith Barnabas, despite a court order for her release. Read More: https://punchng.com/lawyers-write-dss-alleging-contempt-of-court-in-bauchi-teenagers-case/
Illegal refuse dumping continues along the Agege railway corridor despite clean-up efforts, raising public health and environmental concerns for residents. Read More: https://punchng.com/illegal-dumping-persists-on-agege-railway-corridor-despite-clean-up/
The Nigeria Customs Service has dismissed allegations of increased smuggling, revenue leakage, and recruitment impropriety, clarifying its operations and p Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-dismiss-smuggling-revenue-leakage-allegations-2/
A Kwara kidnap gang member has been arrested for attempting to purchase an AK-47 rifle for N1.6m. Police are investigating the criminal network. Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnap-gang-member-arrested-over-n1-6m-ak-47-purchase-in-kwara/
A Magistrate’s Court in Abuja has ordered a police investigation into Senator Francis Fadahunsi’s alleged comments calling for the killing of Accord Party Read More: https://punchng.com/court-orders-police-probe-of-fadahunsi-over-killing-comment/
Police confirm three Air Peace buses in custody after allegedly blocking the Lagos airport runway during a union strike. Investigations are ongoing to iden Read More: https://punchng.com/police-probe-runway-blockage-hold-three-air-peace-buses/
Ibrahim Shuaibu in Dutse AG Mortgage Bank Plc has raised N3.97 billion through its Series 2 and 3 Commercial Paper (CP) issuance as the offer recorded 100 per cent subscription, underscoring strong
Sunday Ehigiator Presidential candidate of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) for the 2027 general election, Donald Duke, has blamed poor governance for the worsening insecurity and economic stagnation in Nigeria,
Juliet Akoje In Abuja. The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives, has accused President Bola Tinubu of issuing what it described as a “panicky and belated afterthought” directive to
David-Chyddy Eleke, in this piece, looks at Governor Chukwuma of Anambra State, his style of politics and how his people see him as he clocked 66 recently. On February 25,
Women are believed to be half of the population of West Africa and should normally get half of everything, but the reality is that they do not get half the
President Bola Tinubu’s proposed official visit to Akwa Ibom State in September to inaugurate projects executed by Governor Umo Eno has generated excitements and expectations. Etim Etim previews the many
Kano state government has taken some immediate steps to address perenial traffic snarl in the state capital, Kano. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has personally supervised traffic compliance
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• Washington reviews counterterrorism prosecutions, others •Says more work needed to protect Christians, resettle IDPs Chiemelie Ezeobi in Lagos and Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja Nigeria and the United States have
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Francis Sardauna in Katsina The Katsina State Government has commenced moves to plug financial leakages and strengthen the implementation of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) system as part of efforts
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