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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Dotun Oladipo died on Tuesday in Lagos at the age of 56. The post Family announces funeral arrangements for late journalist Dotun Oladipo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“Africa pays $90 billion a year in debt service. That is more than aid and climate finance combined,” Mr Sing’oei said. The post Africa spends $90bn yearly servicing debt, pays $75bn risk premium — Kenya govt appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The NIPSS experience, as recounted in this memoir, serves as a cautionary tale about what happens when leadership development becomes divorced from its foundational principles. An institute that cannot treat its participants — distinguished professionals in their own right — with respect and dignity cannot credibly claim to be developing leaders for the nation. When […] The post From policy institute to parade ground, By Nuhu Mohammed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
A credible sovereign cloud ecosystem could stimulate investment in data centres, fibre networks, renewable and conventional energy solutions, cybersecurity services and specialised technology companies. It could create demand for cloud architects, network engineers, cybersecurity professionals, data specialists and other highly skilled workers. Nigeria’s digital economy is usually measured by the growth of fintech companies, expanding […] The post Nigeria’s sovereign cloud: Beyond data control to digital independence, By Fom Gyem appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Why does sudden death sometimes appear to pick the good ones — even those, like Dotun, who had just observed the physical exercise recommended for medical fitness? Why would it take a patriotic journalist, a gentleman, and a friend, while bandit kingpins, terrorist commanders, and others who inflict misery on innocent citizens continue to roam? […] The post Dotun Oladipo: Why does sudden death take the good and spare the wicked?, By Yushau A. Shuaib appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
If there is a way out of the sentence we have written for ourselves, it will not come from the children we sent away, and it will not come from the country we abandoned in our hearts, even while our bodies remained in it. It will come only if those of us still standing in […] The post The children we sent abroad, the old age we bought, By Bámidélé Adémólá-Olátéjú appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Idris said the country is still in the rainy season, when cholera transmission can increase because flooding may contaminate water sources and overwhelm sanitation systems. The post NCDC warns Nigerians as Cholera cases surpass 65,000 in 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Police said the circumstances surrounding the death remain unclear. The post Police probe death of bolt driver found with chest injury appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
President Tinubu’s directive follows the Federal Executive Council's resolution on 19 August 2026, in response to findings by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on “fake agencies”, ghost workers, and other control failures. The post Fake Agency Scandal: Tinubu orders forensic audit of IPPIS, MDAs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Following the Torino game, Fabio Capello, writing for La Gazzetta dello Sport, was among those to praise Chukwueze’s transformation. Chukwueze struck the former Milan coach as a “completely different player.” In 2024, one year on from Chukwueze’s signing, Capello had criticised the Nigerian and suggested he was struggling with the pressure of playing for such […] The post Samuel Chukwueze: Battling for starting spot at Milan, By Fidelis Nwagwu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
inDrive, a global mobility and delivery services platform, has honoured Felicity Eseke, the ‘Super Mum’ driver, with a brand-new Wuling XC250 2025. The brand-new car was handed over to Eseke during a presentation ceremony held at Ikeja City Mall, Lagos The post inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ driver with brand new car appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
BYSTTA Chairman Ama-ebi Ebikpolade Stow said the association was more concerned about the long-term welfare of its athletes than their success on the table alone. The post Bayelsa table tennis stars rewarded after triple-title triumph in Calabar appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The directive comes amid worsening conditions on the highway, with motorists and passengers reportedly spending days trapped in traffic. The post Benin-Asaba Road: Umahi gives CCECC 14-day deadline as motorists lament gridlock appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Our intervention is not borne out of bitterness or an attempt to settle personal scores. It is a patriotic call for introspection, accountability and corrective action within our party. The APC cannot afford to repeat the circumstances that contributed to its defeat in 2026 The post Open Letter to Mr President: Saboteurs in Osun APC and a call for accountability appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Benin-Asaba corridor has recently witnessed severe traffic congestion and hardship for motorists, prompting the federal government to order emergency interventions and a review of road concession arrangements. The post Umahi wants contractor arrested for failing to complete road despite receiving N14 billion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
President of Turkey Recep Erdogan on Friday compared the dire conditions in Palestine and Lebanon to the sufferings witnessed during the Hitler and Pol Pot periods. The president delivered a speech at the 2026 Mevlid-i Nebi Haftası (The Week of the Prophet’s Birth) opening ceremony at the Istanbul Haliç Congress Center. Gaza and the West Bank—two separate Palestinian territories—and […] Erdogan likens crises in Palestine, Lebanon to Hitler-Pol Pot eras
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has decided he won’t leave the club during this summer’s transfer window. According to Foot Mercato, Osimhen made the decision as Rafael Leao reached an agreement in principle to join Galatasaray from AC Milan. The report added that the Nigerian international is enthusiastic about Galatasaray’s sporting project amid the ongoing transfer […] Transfer: Osimhen decides Galatasaray future as Man Utd announce new signing
Nigeria’s leading commercial bank, Access Bank, has kept mum over the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of a customer’s deposits amounting to millions of naira. DAILY POST reports that, in the past two days, a viral video has surfaced online showing a lady, whose identity was not disclosed, alleging that she is a customer of Access […] Access Bank mum as customer alleges mysterious withdrawals wipe out N3m savings
Atletico Madrid have given Julian Alvarez until Sunday to make a decision: open up to the idea of a move to Arsenal or stay at the club. According to Sky Sports, Alvarez is considering his options after being told repeatedly by the club that he will not be joining Barcelona. The Argentina striker has not […] Transfer: Atletico Madrid give Alvarez deadline to decide on Arsenal move
Nigerian businessman Prince Isaac Fayose has criticised the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, for asking social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, to provide evidence to back his allegations against police officers. DAILY POST reports that VeryDarkMan, on Tuesday, appeared as a panellist at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, […] ‘Even Tinubu knows police are corrupt’ – Isaac Fayose sends message to IGP over invite to VDM
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, to oversee and coordinate a comprehensive forensic audit of Federal Government systems. This is contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday. The statement said the audit would […] Tinubu orders comprehensive audit of IPPIS to weed out ‘fake agencies, ghost workers’
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Friday suspended its strike action at Abia State University, Uturu, with a directive that all academic staff should resume duties. The suspension of the industrial action was announced by the Chairman and Secretary of ASUU at Abia State University, Chidi Mba and Victor Obisike, respectively, in a […] ASUU suspends strike at Abia varsity, gives management deadline to recall professor
The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the detention of a police officer allegedly involved in the shooting that led to the death of a 22-year-old motorist, Anthony Obodo, in Port Harcourt. The Command, in a statement issued on Friday by its Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe Kaborlo, said preliminary findings showed that an altercation […] Police detain officer over shooting that killed 22-year-old UNIPORT graduate
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed 430 pharmaceutical premises in Yobe State following a four-day enforcement operation across 10 local government areas. The Head of Enforcement of the PCN, Suleiman Chiroma, told journalists in Damaturu on Thursday that 601 premises were inspected in Damaturu, Potiskum, Nguru, Fune, Bade and five other LGAs. “Of the 601 […] PCN seals 430 illegal drug outlets, pharmacies in Yobe
The Chairman of the National Population Commission, NPC, Dr Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, is dead. Wushishi, who hailed from Niger State, died on Friday, throwing his associates and political circles into mourning. His Special Adviser on Media, Stanley Nwosu, confirmed the death. “Yes, it is true. The NPC chairman died after a brief illness,” Nwosu said. Wushishi, […] NPC chair, Wushishi dies eight months after assuming office
The Federal Government has deployed 500,000 doses of diphtheria vaccines to Kano and Katsina states as part of emergency measures to contain an outbreak of the disease. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, saying the vaccines were deployed through the National Primary Health Care Development […] FG deploys 500,000 Diphtheria vaccine doses to Kano, Katsina
Shooting Stars defeated Inter Lagos 2-1 in the opening fixture of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season. The hosts started the game on the front foot, putting Inter Lagos under pressure. The early pressure paid off, with Lucky Emmanuel giving Shooting Stars the lead in the 14th minute. Inter Lagos fought back, with […] NPFL: Shooting Stars pip Inter Lagos in season opener
Chelsea on Friday announced the departure of three players from the club. In separate statements on their website, the Blues confirmed that striker Nicolas Jackson has completed a permanent transfer to Aston Villa. Jackson joined Chelsea in June 2023 from Spanish club Villarreal and spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich. Similarly, Chelsea announced that defender […] Transfer: Chelsea announce departure of three players
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has disclosed why he always elevates God in his leadership of the state, saying he does this to achieve peace and economic prosperity, which can only be attained when human efforts are guided by divine intervention. Oyebanji said his clear vision to make Ekiti a land of prosperity has been […] Why I put God first in my administration — Gov Oyebanji
Reactions have continued to trail the claim by the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, that President Bola Tinubu is 90 years old, contrary to his publicly known age of 74. DAILY POST reports that the former vice president made the claim during an interview with the BBC, insisting that he has evidence […] ‘Desperation’ – Reactions as Atiku vows to release evidence Tinubu is 90 years old, sick
inDrive, a global mobility and delivery services platform, has honoured Felicity Eseke, the ‘Super Mum’ driver, with a brand-new Wuling XC250 2025. The brand-new car was handed over to Eseke during a presentation ceremony held at Ikeja City Mall, Lagos, in the presence of Akinyemi Oluwaseun aka Asherkine, the popular content creator, inDrive drivers and […] inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ Driver with brand new car
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has predicted the Premier League Matchday 2 fixtures. Manchester City will face Crystal Palace on Friday night, while Liverpool will host Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday, Chelsea will clash with Brighton, while Manchester United will tackle Ipswich Town. Arsenal will take on Aston Villa on Monday night at Villa Park. Giving his predictions, Shearer said […] EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Chelsea vs Brighton, Aston Villa vs Arsenal, others
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has disclosed that he has commenced discussions with former governors and political leaders as part of efforts to promote reconciliation and peace following the recent governorship election in the state. Governor Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Friday, said he held discussions with former governor and […] Osun at 35: Gov Adeleke discloses reconciliation talks with former governors
Arise News anchor, Rufai Oseni, has faulted the incessant promises of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Speaking during Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’ on Friday, Rufai said the former vice president is beginning to sound like a sound bite. DAILY POST recalls that Atiku had pledged to reinstate the fuel subsidy regime if […] 2027: Atiku beginning to sound like a sound bite — Rufai
The naira appreciated against the dollar across the official and parallel foreign exchange markets to end the week on a good note. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the naira firmed up against the dollar to N1,337.29 on Friday from N1,338.59 recorded on Thursday at the official market. This means that, on a day-to-day […] Dollar to naira exchange rate today, August 28, 2026: Naira appreciates across FX markets to end week on a good note
….as DGN honours him, Andy Boyo, Multi choice at directors’ Week, awards show in Lagos By Benjamin Njoku Legendary filmmaker Tunde Kelani has urged young Nigerian directors to look inward for stories and embrace technology, saying Artificial Intelligence is a tool to enhance, not erase, African creativity. Kelani made this assertion, while speaking at the […] The post Tell authentic African stories, embrace AI, Tunde Kelani charges young filmmakers appeared first on Vanguard News.
…BBNaija Season 11 faces backlash from viewers By Tony-Okafor Favour Big Brother Naija Season 11 is four weeks in, and instead of buzz, the conversation online is about boredom. Themed “Show Ya Sef”, the current season has come under heavy criticism from viewers who describe it as one of the uninspiring editions in the show’s […] The post Show Ya Sef’ or Show Us Nothing? appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Benjamin Njoku Nollywood actress and producer Etta JoMaria has been named one of seven finalists for the British Council Film Lab Africa 2 Producers Lab. She was selected from a competitive pool of over 1,000 applications across the continent. Delivered in partnership with EbonyLife Creative Academy and Iconic Steps, the Producers Lab is a […] The post Etta JoMaria makes British Council Film Lab Africa 2 finalists list appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Benjamin Njoku It’s a career high for fast-rising actress and producer Irewole Olaniyan. Her latest project, “Derin vs Life 2”, the sequel to her 2025 hit, has taken YouTube by storm, raking up 1.4 million views in just 24 hours of its release. Critics and fans alike have credited the massive numbers to the […] The post Thumbs up for Irewole Olaniyan appeared first on Vanguard News.
The House of Representatives candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for Ijebu Central Federal Constituency, Wale Ogunbanjo, has told the people of the constituency that only effective representation at the National Assembly could guarantee them the needed dividends of democracy. Ogunbanjo, who earlier represented the constituency between 2003 and 2007, said at the flag-off […] The post 2027: Ogun PDP Rep candidate, Ogunbanjo, emphasises effective representation at campaign flag-off appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Benjamin Njoku Beauty In The Motherland 2026 is set to return to Lagos from October 5 to 7, 2026, bringing together the biggest names in Africa’s beauty industry for three days of exhibitions, business, and inspiration. The event that will take place at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotel and Suites,Victoria Island, Lagos, positions […] The post Beauty In The Motherland 2026 takes centre stage in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.
FRANKFURT — Two workers at Germany’s Frankfurt Airport have died after contracting malaria in an unusual outbreak believed to have been caused by an infected mosquito transported into the country aboard an aircraft. Fraport, the company that operates Frankfurt Airport, said six employees had contracted what is known as airport malaria, with two subsequently dying. […] The post Two Frankfurt Airport workers die from malaria appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Benjamin Njoku Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo is trending again, this time for her newly transformed look. The mother of one recently underwent facial rejuvenation barely a month after announcing her separation from husband Bobby Maris after eight years of marriage. This marks her second cosmetic procedure this year, after her BBL a few months […] The post Uche Ogbodo turns heads after new facial transformation appeared first on Vanguard News.
KAMPALA — King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom, who became the world’s youngest reigning monarch after ascending the throne at the age of three, has died at 34. The monarch died at about 10 p.m. local time on Thursday, according to the Prime Minister of the Tooro Kingdom, Calvin Armstrong […] The post Ugandan King Oyo Nyimba, former world’s youngest monarch, dies at 34 appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Niger Delta University (NDU) branch, has suspended its indefinite strike following an agreement with the Bayelsa State Government on the implementation of outstanding allowances and wage award arrears. The union had embarked on the strike over the state government’s delay in implementing the Consolidated […] The post ASUU-NDU suspends strike after Bayelsa deal, seeks better funding appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor A Nigerian chemical engineer, Godswill Chidiebere Agomuo, has called for increased local formulation and production of specialised oilfield chemicals, saying the move could reduce operating costs, promote technology transfer and strengthen Nigeria’s technical capacity in the oil and gas industry. At an estimated average of about $40 per barrel, Nigeria’s […] The post Nigeria can cut oil production costs with local chemicals — Expert appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Damilola Samuel The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has called on the Oyo State Government to urgently address welfare and manpower challenges affecting resident doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso. The association made the appeal as the August 28 deadline for the ultimatum issued by the hospital’s […] The post NARD urges Oyo govt to avert fresh crisis at LAUTECH Teaching Hospital appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 presidential and general elections, the Obi-Kwankwaso (OK) Movement has rejected any proposal to merge or absorb the organisation into another political body, insisting that it will remain an independent support group. The movement, a political platform established to mobilise support for the joint ticket of Peter […] The post 2027: Obi-Kwankwaso Movement rejects merger, backs Ughulu as DG appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has dissolved the Governing Council of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) and immediately reconstituted it to strengthen the institution’s governance structure. In a statement issued on Friday by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke said the reconstitution was aimed at ensuring continuity and avoiding any […] The post Adeleke dissolves, reconstitutes UNIOSUN governing council appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Deploys 500,000 vaccine doses, expands treatment centres By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — The Federal Government has activated an emergency multi-agency task force to contain a diphtheria outbreak affecting children in parts of Katsina and Kano states. As part of the immediate response, the government has deployed 500,000 doses of diphtheria vaccines to the two […] The post FG activates task force over diphtheria outbreak in Katsina, Kano appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Seeks 65-year retirement age for clinical health workers By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) has called on the Federal Government to urgently conclude and implement the outstanding Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with health workers, warning that continued delays are fuelling dissatisfaction and encouraging the migration of medical professionals from the […] The post Implement CBA to stem medical brain drain, NMA tells FG appeared first on Vanguard News.
The ADC spokesman maintained that while a broad opposition alliance could strengthen the party’s chances, it was not a prerequisite for victory. The post ADC doesn’t need coalition to win 2027 election — Bolaji Abdullahi appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Recovers 205,000 litres of stolen crude products, arrests 15 suspects By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces conducting operations across the country have rescued 43 kidnapped victims, neutralised 26 terrorists and arrested 15 suspected criminals in the past week. The troops also foiled attempts to steal about 205,000 litres of crude […] The post Military rescues 43 kidnapped victims, neutralises 26 terrorists appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Empowers 1,300 petty traders with N130m monthly By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 presidential and general elections, Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin (APC, Kano North), has urged constituents in his senatorial district to remain united and support President Bola Tinubu, Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, himself and other […] The post 2027: Barau rallies Kano North support for Tinubu, APC appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 presidential and general elections, the National Speaker of the Women Parliament of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Ambassador Sa’adatu Abdullahi, has called on women leaders across the country to strengthen grassroots mobilisation and build functional party structures. Abdullahi made the call on Friday at the SDP […] The post 2027: SDP women leaders begin nationwide mobilisation appeared first on Vanguard News.
No fewer than 100 communities in Kaduna State have been displaced following incessant attacks by bandits, Saturday PUNCH has learnt. The affected communities cut across six local government areas of Shiroro, Kachia, Kajuru, Kagarko, Chikun, and Birnin Gwari. Findings by Saturday PUNCH revealed that the hardest hit communities by banditry include: Aduwa, Ankuro, Akama 1, Read More: https://punchng.com/bandits-sack-100-southern-kaduna-communities-force-others-into-negotiations/
Singer and producer, Pheelz tells KEHINDE AJOSE about his music journey, fame and other issues You recently released your album, A Rii Set. What does this project represent for you at this point in your career, and what inspired the title? Freedom inspired the title. That is what it represents. What inspired the title was Read More: https://punchng.com/ill-live-forever-through-my-music-pheelz/
Actress and filmmaker, Olamide Oladapo, has said her father’s legacy in the Nigerian film industry is an advantage rather than a threat to her career. Olamide, the daughter of veteran actor and filmmaker, Muyideen Oladapo, popularly known as Lala, said growing up around her father gave her early exposure to acting, filmmaking and storytelling, while Read More: https://punchng.com/lalas-legacy-not-a-threat-to-my-career-daughter-olamide/
Actress, Queeneth Agbor, tells TOFARATI IGE about her career, humanitarian activities and other issues What projects are you currently working on? I have several projects lined up, but right now, I am particularly focused on my non-governmental organisation— Queeneth Agbor Strength Beyond Walls. They say service to humanity is the best work of life, and Read More: https://punchng.com/nollywood-needs-more-love-queeneth-agbor/
Two persons have been confirmed dead following the collapse of a refuse dump at Ikot Effanga, along Old Odukpani Road in Calabar, Cross River State. The state Police Command disclosed this in a statement on Friday signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Sunday Eitokpah. According to the statement, the incident occurred in the early Read More: https://punchng.com/two-die-in-refuse-dump-collapse/
In this report, YUSUF OKETOLA examines the grief of families of victims of the Akinlalu, Ile-Ife, Osun State killings, who continue to search for the remains of their loved ones months after the tragedy Ten months after gunfire tore through the quiet community of Akinlalu in Ife North Local Government Area of Osun State, the Read More: https://punchng.com/akinlalu-killings-10-months-of-anguish-as-families-search-for-missing-bodies/
Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme and Dr Ayo Abdulrahaman have taken charge of the Nigeria Football Federation Secretariat and the Nigeria Premier Football League respectively, as the National Sports Commission moved to ensure continuity in football administration following the resignation of the federation’s top officials. The National Sports Commission endorsed Ikpeme, until then Deputy General Secretary, to Read More: https://punchng.com/ikpeme-abdulrahaman-take-charge-of-nff-npfl/
Could you tell us about your educational background? I hold a degree in Surveying and Geoinformatics. Although my academic training was in a completely different field, it taught me discipline, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving. Those skills have proven valuable in my journey as a filmmaker and entrepreneur. While I have not yet Read More: https://punchng.com/before-stardom-with-benneth-nwankwo/
Two Nigerians identified as Maxwell Oguanaya and a 34-year-old Chibueze Chukwurah have been arrested and charged in connection with the murder of a United Kingdom-based Taiwo Ekerin, in May 2026. Ekerin lost his life after sustaining a severe head injury following a violent assault outside the Alpha Lounge nightclub on Lewisham High Street in London. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-nigerians-arraigned-for-murder-in-uk/
Nigerians in the United Kingdom have set up a GoFundMe to support the family of a 36-year-old Nigerian, Mayowa Emmanuel, who died after a battle with cancer. Emmanuel died on Saturday, August 22, 2026, leaving behind his wife, young son, parents, friends and members of the Nigerian community in the UK. In a condolence message Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerians-in-uk-seek-support-for-late-cancer-victims-family/
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke is actively seeking reconciliation with opposition leaders and former governors to foster post-election peace in Osun. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-seeks-reconciliation-with-osun-opposition-leaders/
Atiku Abubakar criticizes the Federal Government’s CNG conversion program, calling 120,000 conversions inadequate to address Nigeria’s cost-of-living crisi Read More: https://punchng.com/fgs-cng-policy-120000-conversions-inadequate-says-atiku/
Shooting Stars coach Salisu Yusuf believes his team will continue to improve after grinding out a 2-1 win over newly promoted Inter Lagos in the opening game of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan, on Friday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Shooting Stars made a winning start to the Read More: https://punchng.com/npfl-salisu-vows-3sc-improvement-after-opening-win/
Aloy Ejimakor, Nnamdi Kanu’s former lead counsel, explains why he challenged the terrorism trial, citing a legal flaw regarding undisclosed broadcast locat Read More: https://punchng.com/nnamdi-kanu-broadcast-locations-created-legal-flaw-says-ejimakor/
President Tinubu emphasizes that Nigeria’s economic growth is impossible without robust security. Learn how peace and stability are crucial for national de Read More: https://punchng.com/no-economic-growth-without-security-tinubu/
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo General Assembly Worldwide has commenced moves to resolve the leadership crisis and legal disputes rocking the Lagos State chapter of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation. The group disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday by Chukwuma Njoku, the Media Aide to the group’s Director-General, Strategic Planning and Implementation, Tony Obizoba, following Read More: https://punchng.com/ohanaeze-moves-to-end-leadership-crisis/
Tolu Arokodare says he is focused on making an impact whenever he gets the opportunity after the Nigerian striker marked his first Ajax start with two goals in their 5-3 win over FC Sion on Thursday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Asked why he was handed his first start by coach Míchel Sánchez, Arokodare gave a Read More: https://punchng.com/i-just-want-to-make-impact-arokodare/
Marriage seldom falls apart in a single moment; it tends to happen quietly through a slow build-up of absences rather than any single event. From a conversation that keeps getting postponed, an apology that was never delivered and appreciations that were often replaced by expectations. Over time, these inadequacies can create distance between two people Read More: https://punchng.com/the-common-silent-lacks-that-can-destroy-your-marriage/
Popular singer, Temitope Adekunle, aka Small Doctor, speaks on how he started his career, his love for boxing, football, Lionel Messi and more in this interview with PETER AKINBO. How was growing up like for you? I was born in Kaduna, but I was brought to Lagos at a tender age. I lived at Dopemu, Read More: https://punchng.com/boxing-is-my-life-small-doctor/
When we talk about nutrition and Sickle Cell Disease, antioxidants often come up. Vitamin C, vitamin E, colourful fruits and vegetables, berries, leafy greens and other antioxidant-rich foods are frequently described as being “good for us.” But what does that actually mean for someone living with SCD? The answer starts with something called oxidative stress. Read More: https://punchng.com/antioxidants-and-scd-supporting-blood-vessels-collagen-and-inflammation/
It was one of those days when another’s story gave me something to think about. He was supposed to fix a plumbing problem for me over the weekend, but he didn’t pick my call all through that day and did not call back… very unlike him! He showed up at my doorstep a few days Read More: https://punchng.com/life-is-indeed-a-playing-field/
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo’s N700,000 Christian matchmaking platform, ‘Mentor To Marry’, faces criticism for commercialising love. Read the full debate. Read More: https://punchng.com/love-for-sale-okonkwos-n700000-matchmaking-platform-faces-fire/
Security forces, including the military, police and Department of State Services, have moved into Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State to rescue hundreds of residents reportedly abducted by terrorists last Friday. The development followed President Bola Tinubu’s directive for security forces to move into the area and secure the affected communities as well as Read More: https://punchng.com/mass-abduction-security-forces-storm-niger-for-rescue/
Comedian, content creator and entrepreneur, Blacky, is set to host his debut comedy event, Another Chapter of Blacky, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The show is scheduled to hold on Friday, September 18, 2026, at the Celebrate Centre. According to the organisers, the event will bring together comedy lovers, entertainment enthusiasts and supporters for an Read More: https://punchng.com/blacky-set-for-comedy-debut-with-another-chapter/
Cyriel Dessers says “the best is yet to come” after scoring twice to send Panathinaikos into the UEFA Conference League league phase with a dramatic 2-1 win over Hradec Kralove, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Super Eagles striker came off the bench in the 60th minute and opened the scoring in the 72nd before converting Read More: https://punchng.com/best-yet-to-come-dessers-vows-after-brace/
The Presidency clarifies that Nigerian borders are already open, countering Atiku Abubakar’s campaign pledge and emphasizing the importance of secure borde Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-borders-already-open-presidency-replies-atiku/
Actor and filmmaker, Joseph Okechukwu, has suspended the planned premiere of his movie, ‘Properties of the Gods’, in honour of actors who contributed to the project but have since died. Okechukwu disclosed this during a private screening of the movie, which explores the Osu caste system in Igboland and its impact on love, relationships and Read More: https://punchng.com/okechukwu-suspends-movie-premiere-to-honour-onyeka-onwenu-others/
Team Nigeria bounced back from a disappointing outing in the women’s singles as four Nigerian pairs qualified for the quarter-finals of the mixed doubles at the 9th Lagos International Badminton Classics. The tournament, held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Nigeria Institute of Sports, National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, began on Wednesday and is scheduled Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-shines-in-mixed-doubles-at-lagos-intl-badminton-classics/
D’Tigers suffered their second consecutive defeat in the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers after South Sudan held on for an 82-79 victory on Friday at the Salle Multidisciplinaire de Radès in Radès, Tunisia, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Nigeria were forced to recover from an 11-point first-quarter deficit before briefly Read More: https://punchng.com/dtigers-suffer-second-straight-loss-as-wcup-hopes-fade/
Former Big Brother Naija winner, Phyna, has accused content creator, Ashmusy, of attempting to have her removed from a multi-million-naira celebrity boxing event. Phyna made the allegation in an Instagram video on Thursday, claiming that she had been in discussions with the organisers since February 2026 before introducing Ashmusy to them. According to her, the Read More: https://punchng.com/ashmusy-is-evil-phyna-cries-foul-over-boxing-deal/
*Grassroots leaders warn structure may collapse if founder is removed Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The national leadership of the OK Movement has rejected any proposal to merge the organisation with
Michael Olugbode in Abuja More than two decades after the guns fell silent in Liberia and Sierra Leone, the ghosts of West Africa’s bloody wars returned to Abuja on Thursday—not
Alex Enumah in Abuja The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has facilitated the extradition of two Nigerians; Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Nigerian Labour Congress, its affiliate unions and the legal profession on the passing of the General
By Charles Marindoti Oludare In the run-up to the 2019 presidential election, Atiku Abubakar made one of those political statements that refuse to disappear. “I am not going to enrich
Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto The Kebbi State Police Command says its operatives foiled an attempt by an angry mob to lynch two men suspected of motorcycle theft in the Gesse
.Mandates finance minister to carry out task with highest standards of independence, professionalism, forensic integrity Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Friday directed the Minister of Finance and
*Says upgrade will boost air power, national security Linus Aleke in Abuja The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has unveiled the newly upgraded runway
.Progressives govs reaffirm support for President’s re-election Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stressed the need for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) as preparations intensify
The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Downstream Petroleum, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere has expressed concern over the failure of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide
*Ochogwu: Peace is foundation of devt Michael Olugbode in Abuja With Nigeria’s 2027 general elections approaching and political activity already beginning to generate heightened tensions, the Institute for Peace and
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Nigerian Army has said troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), dismantled an Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP) camp in
* Tasks NDC Course 34 graduands on deepening cooperation, peace across Africa Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has said national security remains the fundamental bedrock required to achieve Nigeria’s
Former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has described the administration of former Abia State Governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, as a defining period in the state’s political history, saying Kalu
Laleye Dipo in Minna The Chairman of the National Population Commission. Dr Aminu Yussuf, is dead Yussuf, an indigene of Niger state, died in Abuja early Friday after a brief
* Says upgrade will boost air power, national security Linus Aleke in Abuja The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has unveiled the newly upgraded runway
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Federal Government has stepped up its enforcement of environmental regulations, as the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed off four facilities
Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Oladipo family and the Nigerian media industry following the passing of the Publisher of Eagle Online
Two serving members of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Hon. Olushola Odetundun and Hon. Saba Yisa Gideon, have resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), deepening the wave of
Nigeria now stands as an investment destination and an investment haven for both local and foreign capital, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC),
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has commenced a nationwide capacity-building programme for its counsellors as part of efforts to standardise treatment and rehabilitation services
Funmi Ogundare The Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC), in collaboration with Premiere Academy, Abuja, is set to organise a 10-day leadership training boot camp for final-year students of the
The confirmation of Nigeria’s return to FTSE Russell’s Frontier Market universe creates an opportunity to deepen the country’s capital market, broaden international participation and mobilise more long-term capital for Nigerian
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Nigerian military has expressed a renewed commitment to providing affordable housing for members of the Armed Forces, while strengthening its operations, expanding its real estate
Gbenga Sodeinde in Ado Ekiti Ahead of the 2027 general election, stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ekiti State have begun grassroots
A South Africa-based Nigerian lawyer, Ugochukwu Anyiam, has called on the Federal Government to intensity efforts to evacuate more read more Xenophobia: SA-based Nigerian lawyer commends FG’s evacuation efforts, urges further action
Businesses that rely on WhatsApp to communicate with customers will face a new operating cost from October 1, 2026, as read more WhatsApp to start charging businesses for customer replies from October
A middle-aged man was on Friday rescued after jumping into the water from the British American Bridge in Jos North read more Panic in Jos as man jumps off bridge into water
Until just a week ago, I was indifferent to the social media noise about Big Brother Naija (BBNaija, for short) read more BBNaija: What the numbers really say
Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President and Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has promised to reopen Nigeria’s land read more I’ll reopen Nigeria’s borders, develop southern ports to revive trade – Atiku
Nigeria names interim football leadership amid governance concerns and World Cup failures BBC
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Insecurity: US troops set to leave Nigeria Daily Post Nigeria
US to withdraw 200 troops from Nigeria as counterterrorism mission winds down TheCable
US to withdraw troops from Nigeria after counterterrorism mission Daily Trust
Red lines in the corruption of Nigeria’s political and electoral system, By Jibrin Ibrahim Premium Times Nigeria
US moves to deport 10 Nigerians The Guardian Nigeria News
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FTSE Russell to reclassify Nigeria into Frontier Market status Premium Times Nigeria
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Nigeria targets emerging market status after FTSE Russell upgrade TheCable
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NDC condemns City Boys Movement’s ‘extravagant’ lifestyle Daily Post Nigeria
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Atiku Abubakar on insecurity and fuel subsidy: 'Within one year we go control insurgency and insecurity for Nigeria' - Atiku Abubakar BBC
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UTME applications data intensifies concerns over state of education in northern Nigeria Premium Times Nigeria
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Nightlife thrives in deeply religious northern state of Nigeria africanews.com
AFRICA/NIGERIA - “Stop the massacres and mass kidnappings,” Bishops say, expressing their condolences to all victims Agenzia Fides
inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ driver with brand new car Premium Times Nigeria
Nigerian Government Backs Taraba’s Economic Development Plan Voice of Nigeria
Afolabi Kazeem Michael KC Luxury arrested: NDLEA gbab Nigerian social media influencer, seize $28m worth of cocaine wey dey go UK BBC
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FG Taps French, Israeli Firms to Build New Satellites for Nigeria Nigeria Communications Week
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