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.
The All Progressives Congress governors have taken responsibility for delivering victory for President Bola Tinubu in their respective states in the 2027 general election. The Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum, Hope Uzodinma, disclosed this on Thursday after a meeting between the President and APC governors shortly after the 160th National Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-govsll-secure-tinubus-re-election-says-uzodinma/
Commuters and residents plying the 9th Mile–Obollo-Afor–Makurdi Federal Highway and the connecting Obollo-Afor–Eha-Amufu–Nkalagu road have lamented the deplorable condition of the routes, saying the abandonment of construction works has exposed travellers to kidnapping, vehicle breakdowns and severe dust pollution. The affected road users, who spoke with our correspondents on Thursday, said the abrupt departure of Read More: https://punchng.com/commuters-residents-decry-poor-enugu-makurdi-road-condition/
The Cross River State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the death of a 29-year-old Bolt driver, Emmanuel Effiong Ita, whose body was found in his Honda City vehicle along the Target–Udy King axis of Calabar on Friday. Saturday PUNCH gathered that Ita, a resident of Ikot Effanga Mkpa, Calabar, was discovered dead in Read More: https://punchng.com/police-probe-calabar-bolt-drivers-death/
The Ogun State Government has assured former councillors who served across the 20 Local Government Areas of the state between 2021 and 2024 of payment of their outstanding severance entitlements. The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ganiyu Hamzat, stated this in a telephone interview with our correspondent on Thursday. According to Hamzat, Governor Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-to-pay-ex-councillors/
Professional keyboardist, Olatunji Ajibola, who became visually impaired at the age of 10, speaks with AYOOLA OLASUPO about how he taught himself to play the keyboard, built a career as a musician, producer and singer, and why he believes disability should never define a person Could you take us through your childhood journey? I’m from Read More: https://punchng.com/how-i-taught-keyboardist-unforgettable-lesson-for-mocking-my-blindness-music-producer-ajibola/
Lecturers at the Lagos State University of Science and Technology have demanded an explanation as to why their August salaries are yet to be paid by the management of the institution. A cross-section of the teaching staff who spoke with Saturday PUNCH on condition of anonymity on Friday accused the management of deliberately withholding their Read More: https://punchng.com/lasustech-lecturers-protest-salary-delay/
Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Women’s Handball National Team, Michael Taangahar, has unveiled a 16-player squad for the inaugural IHF Women’s Nations Trophy Africa Zone III, scheduled for September 2 to 6, 2026, in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The team has been in camp for several weeks at the Indoor Sports Hall, Package B of the MKO Read More: https://punchng.com/taangahar-unveils-squad-for-ihf-womens-nations-tourney/
Kaduna-born musician and content creator, Logik Tha Pro has 117,000 followers on Instagram. He tells VERA ALKALI how he blends music, humour and real-life situations to create content that resonates with his audience For those who are reading about you for the first time, who is Logik Tha Pro? I am a musician and content Read More: https://punchng.com/i-want-my-content-to-speak-for-common-man-logik-tha-pro/
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, on Friday ordered the arrest of the Managing Director of Hartland Nigeria Limited over the company’s failure to complete an 11-kilometre section of the Benin-Onitsha Expressway despite receiving about N14bn from the Federal Government. Umahi gave the order during an on-the-spot inspection of the expressway, expressing anger over the Read More: https://punchng.com/umahi-orders-contractors-arrest-over-n14bn-road-project/
Like other aspects of our lives that have been altered by digital technology, the commercial sector has also been revolutionised. Unlike traditional physical stores that usually have opening and closing times – with most not open for shopping on Sundays in Nigeria – electronic shops are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Read More: https://punchng.com/5-ways-to-detect-fake-e-shops/
Benjamin Ishaya shares his marriage advice, from meeting his wife to fatherhood. Learn about his journey and tips for youths planning to get married. Read More: https://punchng.com/my-marriage-with-benjamin-ishaya/
A 53-year-old Nigerian, Celestine Godwin, has been arrested by the Drug Law Enforcement Agency in the Gambia, with 9,020 ecstasy tablets and suspected equipment for manufacturing illicit drugs According to the agency, Godwin was arrested on August 24, 2026, with the tablets and quantities of suspected cannabis ruderalis, commonly known as skunk. This was contained Read More: https://punchng.com/gambia-anti-drug-agency-nabs-nigerian-with-90020-ecstasy-pills/
Simon Ekpa, the self-acclaimed disciple of the Indigenous People of Biafra leader, Nnamdi Kanu, has appealed his six-year jail term for terrorism offences in Finland, according to a BBC Pidgin report. The report said the Finnish Court of Appeal is expected to hear Ekpa’s appeal within the next three weeks. Diaspora Tales learnt that the Read More: https://punchng.com/finnish-court-to-hear-simon-ekpas-appeal-in-three-weeks/
Kids Resource Centre, an initiative of Smart Kids Literacy Foundation, has concluded a two-week educational programme, marking the fifth edition of its literacy summer camp. The founder of KRC, Deborah Mogho, in a statement made available to Saturday PUNCH, said the camp was created to give children opportunities to learn, explore and develop skills outside Read More: https://punchng.com/centre-ends-literacy-summer-camp/
They carried chemicals yesterday; today, they hold drinking water, edibles and drinks for parties. Across the country, discarded industrial drums are being given a second life in homes, despite warnings against domestic reuse. Experts say washing away the dirt may not wash away the danger, as they can still carry the toxic history of what Read More: https://punchng.com/danger-poisonous-chemical-drums-turn-food-water-storage-containers/
Over 100 communities in Southern Kaduna have been displaced by incessant bandit attacks, with others forced into negotiations. Learn more about the Kaduna Read More: https://punchng.com/bandits-sack-100-southern-kaduna-communities-force-others-into-negotiations/
Discover the inside story behind ICPC labeling the SGF project office fake. Internal disputes and alleged sabotage led to the controversy. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/inside-story-why-icpc-labelled-sgf-project-office-fake/
Nigerian singer and producer Pheelz discusses his album ‘A Rii Set,’ evolving as an artist, and how his music will ensure he lives forever. Read More: https://punchng.com/ill-live-forever-through-my-music-pheelz/
Actress Olamide Oladapo discusses how her father, veteran actor Lala’s legacy, is an advantage to her career, not a threat, as they collaborate on ‘Chidera Read More: https://punchng.com/lalas-legacy-not-a-threat-to-my-career-daughter-olamide/
Nollywood actress Queeneth Agbor discusses her career, humanitarian work with Strength Beyond Walls, and the need for more love in the Nigerian film indust Read More: https://punchng.com/nollywood-needs-more-love-queeneth-agbor/
A Business Administration graduate, Ayorinde Oladimeji, has carved a niche for himself in Nigeria’s creative industry after switching from the corporate path to filmmaking. Oladimeji, who is now a cinematographer, editor, drone pilot, project manager and creative entrepreneur, began his journey into filmmaking when he enrolled at the PEFTI Film Institute to receive professional training. Read More: https://punchng.com/filmmaker-builds-creative-hub/
Two persons confirmed dead after a refuse dump collapsed on a building in Ikot Effanga, Calabar. Police are investigating the tragic incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-die-in-refuse-dump-collapse/
Ten months after the Akinlalu killings in Osun State, families of victims still search for missing bodies, unable to find closure or perform proper burials Read More: https://punchng.com/akinlalu-killings-10-months-of-anguish-as-families-search-for-missing-bodies/
Afenifere leaders and prominent Yoruba stakeholders on Friday called for greater unity among the South-West states and renewed efforts to restructure the country in line with the principles of true federalism. They made the call at the Pa Reuben Fasoranti Centenary Lecture held at Onikan, Lagos, to celebrate the 100th birthday of the elder statesman Read More: https://punchng.com/fasoranti-at-100-afenifere-leaders-seek-yoruba-unity/
Former Green Eagles captain, Segun Odegbami, has disclosed that legendary Nigerian footballer, Teslim “Thunder” Balogun, died on the very day both men were scheduled to meet for the first time, Sa. Odegbami revealed that he never had the opportunity to meet Balogun throughout his life, despite both being footballing legends who once crossed paths in Read More: https://punchng.com/thunder-balogun-died-day-i-was-to-meet-him-odegbami/
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Two Nigerians, Maxwell Oguanaya and Chibueze Chukwurah, have been charged with the murder of Taiwo Ekerin in the UK. Get the details on this developing cas Read More: https://punchng.com/two-nigerians-arraigned-for-murder-in-uk/
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As petrol prices soar, electric bikes gain ground in Nigeria Al Jazeera
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