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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“It is not every organisation that reaches out to the commission for a partnership that we just roll out the red carpet and partner with them." The post CJID, NHRC sign MoU to strengthen press freedom and journalists’ safety appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Bayo Ojulari, assures Nigerians that the company’s newly commissioned Smart Self-Service Station will deliver transparent pricing, accurate fuel dispensing and secure digital payments. The post ‘Every litre, every payment will be transparent’ — NNPC GCEO Ojulari appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The controversy over the state of Anambra State Government's furnaces under Peter Obi's administration resurfaced recently when the Commissioner for Finance in the state, Izuchukwu Okafor, claimed that Governor Charles Soludo’s administration was still repaying loans and other debts incurred by Mr Obi and other past governors of the state. The post Peter Obi’s SSG reacts to debt controversy, releases document appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Nwuche said the level of infrastructural development witnessed in Rivers under the Wike administration was unprecedented, noting that over 1,000 kilometres of roads were completed and commissioned across the state. The post Wike’s performance as governor best in Rivers since 1999 – Nwuche appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The initiative, tagged Project Clean Sweep 2026, was organised by Fidson in partnership with the African Cleanup Initiative (ACI) as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability initiative. The post Fidson mobilises staff, volunteers to clean Lagos communities for World Cleanup Day appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“I wish I could change that on my documentation, the passport, but I know it’s gonna take a lot of time. But because maybe in the near future I might do it”. The post Why sharing my November 18 birthday with Rudeboy became difficult — Mr P appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Nigeria Police Force will use CARSPO 2026 in Owerri to develop strategies for managing security during the 2027 general elections, while Imo State expects wider economic and institutional benefits from hosting the senior officers. The post CARSPO 2026: Police chiefs converge on Imo to shape 2027 election security appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Damilola Bamiloye has recounted the four-year journey behind the return of his father’s classic Christian film, with Mike Bamiloye reprising his iconic role as Isawuru. The post ‘Agbara Nla’ returns to cinemas 33 years after original release appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The APC camp says it is disturbed that the Lekan Salami Stadium refurbished by Mr Makinde failed to secure CAF's approval for Shooting Stars Sports Club to continental fixtures. The post Diesel-powered streetlight, CAF-rejected stadium reflect Makinde’s engineering incompetence — Alli appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The NHRC and CISLAC called for transparency in the investigation ordered into the deaths of the 37 suspected illegal miners. The post NHRC, CISLAC seek transparent probe into deaths of 37 detained illegal mining suspects appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Kabara took over from Suberu Aniviye on Saturday, amid investigations into the deaths of persons arrested in connection with suspected illegal mining activities. The post New NSCDC commandant arrives Niger amid deaths in custody probe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Trump did not identify the specific reports that he considered false. He also did not explain how the ban would be enforced. But he warned that other media organisations could face similar action. The post Trump bans CNN, Politico, MS Now from White House appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the suspension on Saturday The post 20 NSCDC officers suspended over deaths of detained suspected illegal miners appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The development comes as Nigerians face another increase in petrol prices, with pump prices rising above N1,400 per litre in parts of Abuja amid renewed pressure on global crude and refined-product markets. The post JPMorgan struggles to forecast oil price as Iran war deepens Nigeria’s petrol concerns appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The police have confirmed the incident. The post Hoodlums kill popular Enugu opposition politician appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has cited “technical errors” his team made as the reason they lost 3-0 to Brighton in the Premier League on Saturday. The champions’ winning start to the season ended at the Amex. Pascal Gross and Charalampos Kostoulas ensured the Seagulls went in at the break with a two-goal advantage, before Chema Andres […] EPL: Why Arsenal lost 3-0 to Brighton – Arteta
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has debunked reports that the Falconets are planning to boycott training ahead of their clash with Colombia, DAILY POST reports. There were reports that the players were planning to down tools ahead of the quarter-final fixture. The NFF has however moved to quash the reports describing it as falsehood. “Reports […] 2026 U-20 WWC: NFF denies Falconets training boycott rumours
Police have arrested a woman, Bilkisu Sani, over the alleged killing of her husband, Hafizu Gausu, in Rogo Local Government Area of Kano State. The incident occurred on Friday at about 7 pm in the Katsalle area of Rogo town. A resident, simply identified as Kazagi, revealed that Bilkisu allegedly raised the alarm that her […] Police arrest woman over alleged killing of husband in Kano
Brighton manager, Fabian Hurzeler, has praised his team’s intensity and fight as they thrashed Arsenal 3-0 in the Premier League on Saturday. The Seagulls dominated the champions from start to finish. Pascal Gross opened the scoring before Charalampos Kostoulas doubled their advantage. Chema Andres headed in Brighton’s third after the break to seal maximum points. Hurzeler […] EPL: Why we thrashed Arsenal 3-0 – Brighton manager, Hurzeler
Public affairs analyst and security advocate, Charles Kazayet, has called on politicians across the divide to support the Nigerian Armed Forces in the fight against insecurity. Kazayet made the disclosure in a statement on Friday. According to him, the figures are evident that the country’s security architecture is making progress in the fight against terrorists, bandits, […] Don’t politicize insecurity – Analyst, Kazayet tells Nigerian politicians
The Kano State Police Command and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have said voting is proceeding smoothly in the ongoing Dawakin Kudu State Constituency by-election in Kano State. The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, alongside the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Abdu Zango, and members of the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), […] Police, INEC report voting proceeding smoothly in Kano bye-election
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, and the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, owe Nigerians answers over the death of 37 miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Niger State. In a statement by his spokesperson, Phrank […] Niger miners: Atiku demands answers from Tinubu, Alake, Tunji-Ojo
The Nigerian Mainstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, has revealed the real reason it cannot fix petrol price in Nigeria. In a statement posted on its verified X handle on Saturday, NMDPRA said the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA, 2021 restricts government intervention in pricing strictly to exceptional circumstances, where there is formal evidence of declared […] Why we can’t fix petrol prices in Nigeria – NMDPRA
As the 2027 elections draw near, the deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ogun State, Lateefat Sowunmi-Kolapo, on Friday decried the economic hardship in the state, urging residents to collect any money offered by the All Progressives Congress, APC, and still vote the party out. Sowunmi-Kolapo, who insisted that such money belongs to […] Ogun 2027: Collect APC money, vote PDP – Sowunmi-Kolapo
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has confirmed the deaths of 48 people following the consumption of suspected contaminated traditional medicine and alcohol mixtures in Ondo State. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, disclosed this in a statement issued to journalists. According to her, the incident affected several communities […] Ondo herbal mixture incident: NAFDAC confirms 48 deaths
Arsenal have dropped into second place on the Premier League table after a stunning 3-0 defeat to Brighton on Saturday. The Gunners were aiming to continue their perfect start to the season with victory at the Amex. But the hosts took charge of the game from the referee’s whistle and went two goals up at the […] EPL table: Arsenal drop to second place after 3-0 defeat to Brighton
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has condemned the reported death of 37 Nigerians in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State. The party also called for an open and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths, particularly reports that 66 detainees were kept in a single […] APM condemns death of 37 Nigerians in NSCDC custody, demands probe
The apex socio-cultural Igbo organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has decried what it described as harmful eating habits among the people. The association said the development was responsible for most modern day illnesses suffered by residents of the South-East. The Dunukofia Local Government Area chapter of the organisation made the assertion on Friday when the chairman of the chapter, […] Ohanaeze decries harmful eating habits, calls for return to traditional Igbo food
Bandits have abducted the Sarkin Fulani of Betuwa in Gulbin Boka, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State, along with his son and another family member. The attack reportedly occurred on Friday night when the armed men invaded the traditional leader’s residence. Local sources said the attackers took the traditional leader, his son and another […] Bandits abduct Sarkin Fulani, son, relative in Niger
The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bayo Ojulari, has assured Nigerians that the company’s newly commissioned Smart Self-Service Station will deliver transparent pricing, accurate fuel dispensing and secure digital payments. In this interview, Ojulari explains the strategic importance of the project, its place in NNPC Limited’s broader transformation agenda and the company’s […] Every litre, every payment will be transparent — NNPC GCEO Ojulari
President Bola Tinubu has promised that Nigerians will pay less for transport from October 2026. This was disclosed in a statement by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Saturday. The development is an update on the National Affordable Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, Transit Programme. “On August 27, I met with the governors of […] Nigerians will pay less for transport in October – Tinubu
The Edo State Government has raised the alarm over the rising rate of drug and substance abuse in the state, saying the menace has destroyed the lives of many citizens. DAILY POST reports that the Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, raised the alarm on Saturday while flagging off the maiden edition of the Governor Monday Okpebholo/Buba Marwa ‘Mini-Marathon Race Against […] Edo Govt decries rising drug abuse, says menace destroying citizens’ lives
Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has removed his Special Legislative Aide, Umar Alhassan, from office over social media posts considered disrespectful to Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf. The decision was announced in a statement issued by Barau’s Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Shitu Madaki Kunchi, on Friday. Alhassan, popularly […] Deputy Senate President Barau removes aide over ‘Abba Must Go’ Post
Bayern Munich striker, Harry Kane, has responded to Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal’s recent comments regarding the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Yamal had said that he and Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe were the best players last season. The Spain international added that he deserves to win the Ballon d’Or ahead of Mbappe and other candidates. Responding to […] Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘We’ll see’ – Harry Kane responds to Yamal’s comments
Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Saturday arrived at the Chuba Okadigbo International Airport, Ebonyi State, as the state government renewed its appeal to airlines, private aircraft operators and other air users to patronise the facility. Jonathan, who arrived at about 8:00 a.m. aboard a private jet, was received on behalf of the Ebonyi State Government by the […] Jonathan lands at Ebonyi airport, calls for greater patronage
"These four bye-elections provide indispensable operational lessons for the Commission as we systematically chart our roadmap toward the 2027 General Election. The post Bye-elections dress rehearsals for 2027, says INEC chair appeared first on Vanguard News.
Four distinguished Nigerians have been conferred with honorary designations as Ambassadors of Humanitarian Affairs and Goodwill Ambassadors during a high-level side event on the margins of the ongoing 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The post Four Nigerians conferred as honorary ambassadors at UNGA in New York appeared first on Vanguard News.
Barcelona star Raphinha has agreed to stay at the club until 2030, sporting director Deco said Saturday at the club's general assembly. The post Raphinha to sign new Barcelona deal until 2030 appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Former Director-General of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), Maj.-Gen. Nnaemeka Charles Maduegbunam (rtd.), has said Nigeria can overcome many of its military hardware and equipment challenges by harnessing its pool of engineers, technicians and available local resources. Maduegbunam said prioritising indigenous technology and local expertise would help the […] The post Nigeria can tackle defence hardware challenges locally – Former DICON DG appeared first on Vanguard News.
Tinubu pointed to existing CNG and electric transport deployments as proof that cheaper energy can immediately translate into lower fares The post CNG: There ‘ll be fare cut from October 1 – Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Innocent Anaba The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, will convene its 2026 International Conference in Dakar, Senegal, from September 21 to 25, bringing together judicial, government and legal experts to examine the future of regional justice and integration. The conference, themed, “ECOWAS Court of Justice at […] The post ECOWAS Court to Hold 2026 Conference in Dakar appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – ActionAid Nigeria and its partners have called for urgent action to address the growing link between climate change and unsustainable debt, warning that women, girls, children and communities on the frontlines of climate impacts are bearing the greatest burden. The call followed the release of ActionAid’s international flagship report, Debt […] The post Nigeria’s climate, debt crises hit women, girls, children hardest — ActionAid appeared first on Vanguard News.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has put President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, and Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on the spot over the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Niger State. The post 37 miners’ deaths: Atiku puts Tinubu, Alake, Tunji-Ojo on the spot appeared first on Vanguard News.
The White House made good Saturday on President Donald Trump's vow to deny CNN, MS NOW and Politico access to the presidential mansion as punishment for reporting what he calls "fake news." The post CNN, MS NOW, Politico denied access to White House grounds appeared first on Vanguard News.
Arsenal's perfect start to their Premier League title defence came off the rails in a 3-0 trouncing by Brighton on Saturday. The post Arsenal beaten 3-0 by Brighton to end perfect Premier League start appeared first on Vanguard News.
West Ham striker Taty Castellanos was accused of spitting at Millwall goalkeeper Filip Marschall during a fiery 2-2 London derby draw at the Den on Saturday. The post West Ham’s Castellanos accused of spitting at Millwall goalkeeper appeared first on Vanguard News.
As Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Osogbo, holds its 16th convocation ceremony, 88 students across different faculties will be graduating with first-class degrees. The post 88 students bag first class degrees as UNIOSUN holds 16th convocation appeared first on Vanguard News.
The end to Tottenham's Premier League goal drought came too late as Aston Villa won 3-2 in north London on Saturday to compound a miserable start for Roberto De Zerbi's men. The post ‘Fragile’ Tottenham beaten by Aston Villa despite late rally appeared first on Vanguard News.
The bout, tagged “Chaos in the Ring”, is scheduled for October 1, at the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, according to Balmoral Group The post Celebrity boxing: Nkechi Blessing, Phyna set for face-off appeared first on Vanguard News.
A yet-to-be-identified officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has reportedly drowned while pursuing a suspected drug offender into the Ethiope River at Obiaruku, Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State. The post NDLEA officer drowns chasing drug suspect into Delta river appeared first on Vanguard News.
Bauchi Police Command has arrested 47 persons allegedly posing as state-owned security operatives and carrying guns, cutlasses and sticks The post Police nab 47 ‘security operatives’ at Bauchi polling units appeared first on Vanguard News.
While established players have been retained for the competitive fixtures, the Russia match gives Chelle an opportunity to assess younger talents who could become part of the Super Eagles’ senior setup. The post Meet 13 players handed first-time Super Eagles call-ups appeared first on Vanguard News.
Spurs remain without a league win this season and only netted their first goals of the campaign after the visitors had surged into a 3-0 lead. The post Aston Villa compound Tottenham’s misery despite late rally appeared first on Vanguard News.
The United States approved a potential $2.68 billion sale of air defense equipment to Ukraine on Friday, after Kyiv made repeated pleas for support to fend off Russian attacks. The post US approves potential $2.7 bn air defence sale to Ukraine appeared first on Vanguard News.
They are Ada Elizabeth Fredrick Okwori of the National Democratic Party, NDP, and Nkem Esther Okereke of the National Rescue Movement, NRM. The post 2027: Meet two women in race against Tinubu, Atiku, Obi appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency has issued a high flood risk alert for 15 states, including Lagos, Rivers, Imo, and Kogi, from Sept 19 to 25. Read More: https://punchng.com/agency-issues-high-flood-risk-alert-for-lagos-rivers-imo-kogi-11-others/
Three students have won scholarships and been named ambassadors after an anti-drug abuse mini-marathon organised by the NDLEA in Edo State for secondary sc Read More: https://punchng.com/three-edo-students-win-scholarships-after-anti-drug-marathon/
The All Progressives Congress in Bayelsa State has expressed confidence in its grassroots strength and structures ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-bayelsa-apc-confident-of-grassroots-strength/
A 400-level student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Isma’il Ishaq Magaji, has been killed by a stray bullet during a land dispute in Niger State. Read More: https://punchng.com/stray-bullet-kills-400-level-student-during-land-dispute-in-niger/
INEC says the bye-elections in Gombe, Kano, Bauchi and Delta states are crucial operational tests that will provide lessons for the 2027 General Election. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-kano-bauchi-delta-polls-lessons-for-2027-inec/
The Chairman of Bariga LCDA, Adedeji Omope, has congratulated the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, on his 62nd birthday. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-lcda-chairman-congratulates-hamzat-at-62/
The Kano State Police Command has commended residents of Dawakin Kudu LGA for their peaceful conduct during the state constituency by-election on Saturday. Read More: https://punchng.com/by-election-kano-cp-commends-residents-for-peaceful-conduct/
The US Department of Justice has charged three Nigerians and 13 other foreign nationals with illegal voting, false citizenship claims and other election of Read More: https://punchng.com/us-charges-three-nigerians-13-others-over-election-crimes/
A coalition of human rights groups has demanded the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the recent political clash in Warri and Effur Read More: https://punchng.com/group-demands-arrest-prosecution-of-delta-apc-ndc-clash-perpetrators/
Gunmen have shot dead a father of four, Kamadioye Krama, in Abua/Odual LGA of Rivers State. His family is demanding justice as police investigate the killi Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-father-of-four-in-rivers-family-demands-justice/
The Benue State Government has strengthened surveillance and preparedness to contain diphtheria, activating its public health emergency unit. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-strengthens-surveillance-to-contain-diphtheria/
Barcelona star Raphinha has agreed to a new contract extension with the club until 2030, according to sporting director Deco. Read More: https://punchng.com/raphinha-to-sign-new-barcelona-deal-until-2030/
Arsenal’s perfect start to the Premier League season ends as they suffer a stunning 3-0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-arsenal-suffer-first-defeat-of-season-as-brighton-win-3-0/
Gombe State Governor, Inuwa Yahaya, and other APC chieftains have expressed satisfaction with the peaceful and smooth conduct of the Gombe bye-election. Read More: https://punchng.com/bye-election-gombe-gov-others-hail-smooth-voting-process/
An Ogun State PDP chieftain, Segun Showunmi, has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election, urging South-West voters to mobilise. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ogun-pdp-chieftain-backs-tinubus-re-election-urges-south-west-support/
President Bola Tinubu insists Nigerians will see a drop in transportation costs from October 1, urging states to ensure savings from CNG-powered vehicles l Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerians-will-witness-drop-in-transportation-costs-from-october-1-tinubu-insists/
A Lagos resident has accused three policemen of extorting ₦56,000 from him on the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway. The state police command has begun an investigat Read More: https://punchng.com/man-accuses-officers-of-extortion-in-lagos-police-begin-probe/
The NMDPRA has clarified that it does not fix petrol pump prices, stating that the Petroleum Industry Act allows for free-market pricing conditions. Read More: https://punchng.com/nmdpra-says-it-does-not-fix-petrol-pump-prices/
NAHCON has warned private Hajj tour operators against spreading misinformation over the 2027 Hajj slot allocation, calling allegations of diversion unfound Read More: https://punchng.com/hajj-2027-nahcon-warns-operators-against-misinformation-over-slot-allocation/
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Halima Dangote explains why she and her sisters maintain a low profile despite their family’s wealth, in a resurfaced video that has sparked reactions. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-why-we-keep-low-profile-as-dangotes-children-halima-dangote/
Reality TV star Phyna and actress Nkechi Blessing are set to face each other in a celebrity boxing bout on October 1, 2026, in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/phyna-nkechi-blessing-to-clash-in-celebrity-boxing-bout/
Tottenham Hotspur scored their first goals of the season but still lost 3-2 to Aston Villa, leaving Roberto De Zerbi’s side winless in the league. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-tottenham-score-first-goals-of-season-but-lose-3-2-to-villa/
Police in Delta State have intercepted a vehicle conveying military uniforms and cartons of suspected illicit drugs, arresting the 45-year-old driver. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-intercept-vehicle-conveying-military-uniforms-illicit-drugs-in-delta/
Police in Cross River have arrested a 24-year-old UNICROSS student, Emmanuel Ejim, over a viral video showing him firing a gun from a moving vehicle on cam Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-unicross-student-over-viral-shooting-video/
US President Donald Trump has listed 25 achievements of his administration, covering immigration, taxes, and foreign policy, in a post on Truth Social. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-lists-25-achievements-of-first-20-months-in-office/
Residents in Gombe have praised the peaceful conduct of the Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency by-election, while INEC has decried low voter turnout Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-by-election-residents-hail-peaceful-exercise-inec-decries-low-turnout/
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has praised the Mountain Top Chorale of MFM for winning two gold medals at the World Choir Games. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-sanwo-olu-praises-mfm-chorale-after-world-choir-games-triumph/
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has elevated Oyo APC governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, to Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland. Read More: https://punchng.com/olubadan-elevates-oyo-apc-gov-candidate-alli-to-ekerin-balogun/
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has paid tribute to the late actor, Olu Jacobs, recalling his professionalism, dedication to his craft and willingness to mentor younger performers. In an interview with BBC News Africa, shared on Facebook on Friday, Kanayo described Jacobs as a consummate actor whose discipline and wealth of experience left a Read More: https://punchng.com/video-kanayo-o-kanayo-pays-tribute-to-olu-jacobs-recalls-his-impact-on-nollywood/
Paul Nwogu There has been a renewed move for peace in Warri. Over the past few months the messaging from the kings in Warri has been one of peace and
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has revealed that troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN), operating across all theatres of operations, rescued no fewer than 50
* Says payment systems such as e-wallets, mobile money, virtual assets, vulnerable to risks Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja Global anti-money laundering watchdog, Financial Action Task Force (FATF), has raised the alarm
Shobo Abayomi As Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election approaches, public attention is turning to the integrity of the country’s financial and electoral systems. Two areas of law are particularly relevant: prohibitions
The streets of Calabar came alive on Saturday as a mammoth crowd of youths, women, elders and political supporters poured into the city for a solidarity walk organised by the
Emmanuel Ugwu-Nwogo in Enugu Despite the conviction and life sentence imposed on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu by the Nigeria court, demands for his release have continued unabated across the world. The latest
James Sowole in Abeokuta The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Ogun I Area Command, has intercepted smuggled goods worth N2.46 billion in duty paid value between August and September 2026. The Acting
Felix Omoh-Asun in Benin The Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, has urged government at all levels to urgently tackle the rising wave of
Funmi Ogundare The Place of Liberty School for Special Needs Children weekend, marked its fifth anniversary with the celebration of remarkable progress among its pupils, including some who have transitioned
* National savings scheme to offer tax incentives Deji Elumoye in Abuja The Presidency and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have unveiled plans to deepen Nigeria’s capital market and
.Receives comprehensive 2026 hajj report, attributes success to Tinubu’s leadership Deji Elumoye in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima yesterday declared that the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) remains crucial in
By Ugo Inyama Nigeria’s economy increasingly resembles a house whose foundations have been repaired while its occupants remain hungry. The structure may be steadier, but the people living inside it
James Sowole in Abeokuta The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) administration of using state power to harass, intimidate and
Emmanuel Ugwu-Nwogo in Enugu A frontline politician and Chairman of the New Enugu Smart City Development Authority, Rt. Hon. USA Igwesi, has been appointed the Enugu State Coordinator of the Renewed
• Seeks suspension of NSCDC CG over alleged deaths of 37 suspected miners in custody Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Campaign for Democracy (CD) has called on the National Security
Felix Omoh-Asun in Benin The Archbishop of Church of God Mission International (CGMI), Bishop Margaret Benson-Idahosa, has donated a solar-powered borehole to Oko Correctional Centre, Benin. Benson-Idahosa, represented by Bishop Wale Ajayi on
Segun Awofadeji in Bauchi The Coalition of Concerned People of Bauchi and other groups affiliated to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced plans to mobilise 10,000 volunteers to drive the
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