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The victims were part of a 50-member delegation that reportedly met a notorious bandit leader despite the state government's opposition to negotiations with criminal groups. The post Bandits abduct 39 Zamfara ‘elders’ after failed reconciliation meeting appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
EFCC said it found that the couple used the money to acquire two properties in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The post EFCC arraigns native doctor, wife for alleged N1 billion fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As His Royal Highness marks his 60th birthday, I find myself reflecting not only on the office he occupies, but also on the experiences that shaped his approach to leadership. His journey through banking, law, diplomacy, public administration and traditional leadership has given him a perspective that combines respect for institutions with an appreciation of […] The post Emir Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli at 60: Reflections on a unique form of leadership, By Samuel Aruwan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
INEC had scheduled a by-election for Enugu North District for 20 June following the death of Okey Ezea, the senator representing the district in the red chamber. The post Labour Party sues INEC over exclusion from Enugu senatorial by-election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“The fight against terror is not only a military operation,” he wrote. “It is a national duty. Citizens must support our security forces by providing timely, useful information.” The post Tinubu urges Nigerians to support security forces with intelligence appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
APC also constituted a number of subcommittees responsible for election planning and management. The post Ekiti 2026: APC to inaugurate national campaign council, names chair, co-chair appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
EFCC accused the defendants of stealing and converting to their personal use a cumulative sum of N560 million belonging to Peachland West Africa Limited and Iyke Okpaji. The post EFCC arraigns two people, firm for alleged N560 million theft in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The president also swore in a new minister of state for foreign affairs. The post Tinubu swears in Tegbe as power minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
While Mr Tegbe replaced Adebayo Adelabu, who resigned to run for the APC governorship primary in Oyo State, Mr Enikanolaiye took over as minister of state from Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, who was elevated after the former minister, Yusuf Tuggar, resigned to contest the APC primary election in Bauchi State. The post Tinubu swears in power, foreign affairs ministers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The endorsement of the NDC's nationwide primaries came despite allegations of manipulation by some aspirants who took part in the exercise. The post NDC okays its nationwide 2027 primaries, begins reconciliation of aggrieved members appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
EFCC accused the defendants of conspiring between 2017 and 2019 to commit criminal breach of trust, by allegedly diverting public funds while serving as public officers in the National Assembly. The post EFCC moves to re-arraign three top National Assembly officers for N337m fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“They had been in a series of meetings with the office of Attorney-General, with the chief of staff, the president, the inspector general of police and other stakeholders in the last one week, and that is why I can sit here to tell you that we're pursuing that this week." The post National Assembly to approve state police this week — Senate Leader appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The suit was filed by Nafiu-Bala Gombe, a member of the ADC laying claim to be the authentic chair of the party. The post ADC Leadership Crisis: ADC, Aregbesola ask judge to withdraw from suit, Nafiu-Bala Gombe opposes call appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The result caps a strong showing for the Super Falcons, who converted their second-half superiority into goals while maintaining defensive solidity throughout. The post Nigeria 3-0 Senegal: Super Falcons crush Lionesses in Ikenne appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The singer’s performance appeared to show sharply different responses from male and female audience members. The post Ladies sing along, men keep straight faces at Chike’s first Lagos performance since Edoho saga appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 8, 2026: Nigerian currency returns to appreciation The Naira appreciated against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market to begin the week on a good note on Monday. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira strengthened to N1,362.84 on Monday from N1,362.21 traded last week Friday. This means that on […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 8, 2026: Nigerian currency returns to appreciation
Troops of the Nigerian Army and personnel of the Benin National Guard have conducted a joint night patrol in Cotonou, Republic of Benin, with the view to curtailing insecurity at the border communities. This is contained in a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region. Makama […] Nigerian Army, Benin troops conduct joint patrol in Cotonou to curb insecurity
Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu is set to be sidelined for a lengthy spell due to injury, DAILY POST reports. Ogbu ruptured his Achilles tendon during training with the Super Eagles in Lisbon on Saturday. Super Eagles media officer, Promise Efoghe, revealed this on Sunday, saying the 26-year-old will undergo a scan to ascertain the […] Super Eagles: Ogbu set for lengthy injury layoff
The United Nations Human Rights Office has expressed concern over reports of killings, abductions, sexual violence and forced religious conversions affecting Christians and other religious minority groups in parts of northern Nigeria and the Middle Belt. A statement released on Monday by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) said […] UN raises alarm over violence against Christians, minorities in Nigeria
Somali referee Omar Artan has been denied entry to the United States. It was not immediately clear why Artan was barred from entering the US at Miami International Airport but Somalia is one of several countries on a travel ban list introduced by President Donald Trump’s administration. “Omar Artan is among Africa’s most respected referees […] 2026 World Cup: African referee denied entry to US due to Trump’s order
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, has declared that a presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, is more competent than the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Lawal said Atiku’s experience can’t be compared to Hayatu-Deen’s wealth of experience. Featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, Lawal said Atiku […] ADC: Hayatu-Deen more competent, experienced than Atiku – Babachir Lawal
A staunch Atiku Abubakar supporter, Dele Momodu, has urged Nigerians to embrace national reconciliation, reorientation and reconstruction ahead of the 2027 presidential election. In a post on X, Momodu described the expected contest between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the main battle of the 2027 polls. He said the […] Tinubu–Atiku contest key battle of 2027 election – Dele Momodu
FormerSecretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, has denied receiving money from the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential aspirant, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen. Featuring in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, Lawal said if he needed money, he would call President Bola Tinubu to get it. He was reacting to allegations by the supporters […] If I need money, I’ll call Tinubu to get it -Babachir Lawal
The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called on Nigeria’s banking sector to strengthen efforts at disrupting terrorism financing and other illicit financial flows that threaten national security. The COAS made the call on Monday while receiving the Group Managing Director, GMD of the United Bank for Africa, UBA, Mr Oliver Alawuba, during […] Insecurity: ‘Disrupt terrorism financing’ – COAS charges Nigerian banks
The Brazilian Football Confederation on Monday released a statement regarding forward Neymar’s condition ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament this week. Neymar’s World Cup hopes have been given a boost after Brazil announced that the 34-year-old was making “good progress” in his recovery from a calf injury. The Santos forward was expected to be sidelined […] World Cup 2026: Brazil releases statement on Neymar’s condition
Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, says the Senate Committee on Constitution Review will present its final report on the proposed creation of state police to the red chamber for consideration and approval before the end of the week. Speaking during a press conference in Abuja, on Monday, Bamidele said the move is part of the National Assembly’s efforts […] Senate will consider final report on state police this week- Leader, Opeyemi
The Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a gun-running syndicate allegedly connected to the recovery of an illegal Beretta pistol in Effurun, Uvwie local government area. Delta State Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, during a press briefing in Asaba, said the suspects were apprehended during intelligence-led operations carried out in Bayelsa […] Police arrest four suspects over gun-running in Delta
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a self-styled native doctor, Olorunbukunmi Taiwo, and his wife, Awolegan Omolola Omotola, before a Federal High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti over an alleged N1.09 billion contract scam. The couple were arraigned by the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC before Justice Abubakar Usman on a six-count […] Native doctor, wife arraigned over alleged N1.09bn contract scam in Ekiti
New Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, is eyeing two players from the Premier League. Mourinho told senior officials at the Spanish club that the team’s defence is their weakness. Marca reports that the former Chelsea and Manchester United boss wants to build a more solid, reliable defense with sufficient options to face a long season. […] LaLiga: Mourinho tells Real Madrid to sign two Premier League players
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, says he has evidence that the African Democratic Congress, ADC, primary election was rigged. Featuring in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television on Monday, Lawal said he was in the field and monitored the exercise. He said whatever the supporters […] I have evidence ADC primary was rigged – Babachir Lawal insists
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has moved to re-arraign three senior officials of the National Assembly over an alleged N337.06 million fraud, but the process was stalled on Monday following preliminary objections raised by the defence before a Federal Capital Territory High Court in Jikwoyi, Abuja. The defendants are Aishatu Bappa El-Nafaty, Director of Public […] EFCC re-arraigns three National Assembly directors in alleged N337m fraud case
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will officially begin the commissioning of several high-impact legacy infrastructure projects across the nation’s capital on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, as part of his third anniversary celebrations. Speaking with newsmen during a high-level site verification tour to assess final […] President Tinubu begins project commissioning in Abuja Tuesday
As part of its coordinated efforts to flush out bandits and other criminal elements in the state, the Zamfara State Police Command said its operatives have neutralised three bandits in Jangebe community, Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State. A statement by the police spokesperson, DSP Yazid Abubakar, said a joint security team comprising […] Police neutralise three bandits in Zamfara
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially inaugurated Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power and Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. The ceremony was held on Monday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja and was attended by family members of the appointees, cabinet members and other top government officials. The appointments followed vacancies […] Tinubu swears in new Ministers for Power, Foreign Affairs
A woman identified as Oluchi, who was earlier reported missing and believed to have been kidnapped in Edo State, has been discovered in a hotel in Delta State alongside a man said to be her lover. The revelation came after family members and friends had mounted efforts to secure her freedom following ransom demands allegedly […] Married woman reported kidnapped found with lover in Delta hotel
Tragedy struck at Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, Delta State on Monday, as three persons are feared dead and 35 others wounded following the derailment of the Warri-Itakpe train. The post 3 dead, 35 hospitalised as train derails in Delta appeared first on Vanguard News.
By James Ogunnaike Gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed a serving soldier and injured another in the Mowe/Ibafo axis of Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The attack reportedly occurred in the early hours of Monday, sending panic through the area as residents described it as a surprise assault by armed men. Although […] The post Gunmen kill soldier, injure another in Ogun appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Kwankwasiyya Movement has said that the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, never threatened to leave the party over the replacement of candidates. The post Kwankwasiyya movement dismisses reports of Kwankwaso threatening to quit NDC appeared first on Vanguard News.
Labour Party has approached the Federal High Court, Abuja, challenging alleged wrongful exclusion of its candidate from the Enugu North Senatorial District by-election scheduled for June 20. The post LP sues INEC over alleged exclusion from Enugu North by-election appeared first on Vanguard News.
Michael Olise sparkled brightest in a star-studded France attack on Monday, hitting a hat-trick in a 3-1 World Cup warm-up win over outgunned Northern Ireland in Lille. The post Olise smashes hat-trick as France beat N. Ireland in pre-World Cup game appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria’s trade surplus grew by 340.88 percent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to N7.55 trillion in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1’26) from N1.7 trillion in Q4’25. The post Nigeria’s trade surplus rises 340% to N7.5 trn appeared first on Vanguard News.
… urges brokers to strengthen liquidity management By Peter Egwuatu The Chairman of the Association of Securities Dealing Houses of Nigeria (ASHON), Sehinde Adenagbe, has described the newly introduced T+1 settlement cycle by CSCS PLC as a transformative development for Nigeria’s capital market, noting that it will enhance market efficiency, reduce settlement risks, and boost […] The post Capital market: ASHON Chairman hails CSCSsettlement cycle appeared first on Vanguard News.
Reflecting on Israel’s founding vision, the ambassador recalled the words of Israel’s first Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion, who at independence called for peace and cooperation among nations. The post Israel seeks Middle East peace, deepens ties with Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Kenneth Okonkwo, has accused President Bola Tinubu of deliberately stalling state police implementation to enable his administration to deploy security forces to allegedly manipulate the 2027 general elections. The post Why Tinubu is stalling state police implementation — Kenneth Okonkwo appeared first on Vanguard News.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday she could guarantee a peaceful World Cup opening ceremony this week, despite concern over ongoing protests. The post Mexico promises peaceful World Cup opening despite protests appeared first on Vanguard News.
Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe on Monday assured that the country will witness tremendous visible improvement in the electricity supply and infrastructural development. The post Power sector will witness visible improvement – Minister appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Super Eagles will not be at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a painful reality for a nation that has become one of Africa's most consistent producers of football talent. The post Meet the strongest ‘Nigerian’ XI that will be at 2026 World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.
Disturbed by the increasing level of terrorism and banditry in the country, the Senate has declared that it will consider the amendments to the 1999 Constitution to provide for the establishment of State Police in the country this week. The post Senate to consider bill on state police this week – Senate Leader appeared first on Vanguard News.
Bishop of Sokoto Catholic Diocese, Matthew Kukah, has challenged Nigerians to rethink their understanding of leadership, arguing that leadership should not be confused with political office or position. The post Nigerians should rethink as leadership is influence, not office — Bishop Kukah appeared first on Vanguard News.
The former SGF said he and other party members had expected a keen contest among the leading aspirants and were particularly impressed by the efforts of former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi. The post Atiku didn’t do much to secure ADC presidential primary — Babachir Lawal appeared first on Vanguard News.
A US federal judge on Monday blocked President Donald Trump from imposing a $100,000 fee on employers filing visa applications for foreign highly-skilled workers. The post US judge blocks Trump’s $100,000 fee for skilled visa applications appeared first on Vanguard News.
At least 39 residents of Magamin Diddi community in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State have been abducted by bandits during an attempt to hold a peace and reconciliation meeting with a suspected bandit leader, according to police authorities. The post Bandits abduct Zamfara elders, Police launch rescue operation appeared first on Vanguard News.
According to the BBC on Monday, Artan was barred from entering the country at Miami International Airport and has since been returned to Turkey. The post World Cup: First Somali referee Omar Artan denied entry into US appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Netherlands have suffered a setback ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after defender Jurriën Timber was ruled out of the tournament due to a groin injury. The post Jurrien Timber to miss World Cup 2026 due to injury appeared first on Vanguard News.
— We’ve launched manhunt By Dayo Johnson Akure Suspected gunmen have abducted an official of Akure North Local Government, Mr. Gbenga Sanni, in Ilu-Abo community, Akure, Ondo State. The incident occurred in front of his home at Agbelere area of Ilu-Abo. Vanguard gathered that the assailants reportedly emerged from a nearby bush and whisked the […] The post Fear grips Ondo community as gunmen kidnap council worker appeared first on Vanguard News.
I have been sitting with this question for a long time. Months of combing through census data, community organisation reports, immigration statistics, and dozens of conversations with Nigerians scattered across America. Years of tracking where our people go, why they The post What City in the US Has the Largest Nigerian Population? appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
In commemoration of this year’s World Environment Day (WED, Chief Executive Officer of E-Terra Technologies Limited, Ifeanyi Ochonogor has urged Nigerians to be friends of the environment by reducing pollution and promoting responsible waste management. The World Environment Day is The post Ochonogor advocates responsible waste management appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
A Lagos State High Court sitting in Epe has restrained Multi-Purpose Infrastructure Development Construction Limited and Abbey Mortgage Bank Limited, alongside seven other defendants, from carrying out further demolition of properties at Roseville Gardens Estate in Ogombo, Eti-Osa Local Government The post Court stops alleged demolition at Ogombo Estate, restrains bank, developer appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
... Aiyedatiwa unveils N1bn Lucky Ayedatiwa fund … Approves new salary structure for health workers Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Monday disclosed the inclusion of retirees into the state’s health insurance scheme at no cost to the pensioners The post Ondo absorbs retirees into free health scheme, records lowest infant mortality appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
No fewer than three passengers were feared dead on Monday evening after the Warri-Itakpe train reportedly derailed in Agbor, Delta State. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident in a statement signed by its Managing Director, Mr. Kayode Opeifa. The post 3 passengers feared dead as Warri-Itakpe train derails appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Director-General of the Tinubu Support Group, TSG, Dr. Umar Tanko Yakassai has urged Nigerian to give President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the opportunity to continue his transformation agenda for the country by voting him back into office come 2027. Speaking The post Why we support Tinubu for second term, say Yakassai, Anyanwu appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The global push for African diaspora recognition reached a new milestone as UK Member of Parliament, Dame Chi Onwurah; international entrepreneur, Dr. Rex Tonye Idaminabo and entertainment mogul Dr. King Smade were conferred with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the historic The post Idaminabo, Onwurah, Smade honoured at Afriball launch in UK appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Junior Chamber International (JCI) Aberdeen has commemorated a significant milestone, hosting its 70th annual Presidents’ Court to formally usher in its new leadership and celebrate the chapter’s enduring legacy. The formal dinner, a cornerstone event in the organization’s annual calendar, The post JCI Aberdeen Marks 70th Presidents’ Court, Welcomes New Local Leadership appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
By Awaal Gata In his two-part Daily Trust series, Northern Lessons from The Fall of Nuhu Ribadu, the columnist Suleiman A. Suleiman could not have been more wrong. The central error of the essay is that it mistakes an appointment The post Nuhu Ribadu, the Man They Cannot Write Off appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The Director of Zion Study Centre, Mr. Toyin Joseph Larayintan, has urged the government to accelerate investment in technology-driven learning systems to ensure uninterrupted education for Nigerian children as the country continues to grapple with insecurity and school-related abductions. The post Invest in technology-driven learning to protect education amid insecurity appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Former Super Eagles coach Stephen Keshi will be immortalised on the NIIA Sports Diplomacy Wall of Fame for his contributions to Nigerian football. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-onyema-to-immortalise-keshi/
Obafemi Martins tips outstanding Nigerian football talents from the Italian Consulate General U-20 Cup for Serie A careers, promising European club links. Read More: https://punchng.com/martins-tips-italian-consulate-tourney-talents-for-serie-a/
Suspected kidnappers killed a soldier and injured another in Ogun State during an attempted abduction. Police confirm the incident, ruling out banditry. Read More: https://punchng.com/suspected-kidnappers-kill-soldier-injure-another-in-ogun/
The Labour Party (LP) has sued INEC over the alleged wrongful exclusion of its candidate from the Enugu North Senatorial District by-election. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/lp-sues-inec-over-enugu-north-by-election-exclusion/
Joy Omewa’s brace and Asisat Oshoala’s goal powered the Super Falcons to a dominant 3-0 victory over Senegal, completing a double-header sweep ahead of the Read More: https://punchng.com/omewa-brace-powers-falcons-past-senegal/
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Alex Iwobi reflects on his most memorable Super Eagles moment – his 2017 World Cup qualifier goal – as he prepares for his 100th cap. Read More: https://punchng.com/iwobi-picks-favourite-eagles-moment-ahead-100th-cap/
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) refutes claims of transmission grid constraints, stating the national grid can wheel 8,700MW, far above current g Read More: https://punchng.com/tcn-rejects-claims-of-transmission-grid-constraints/
Leicester City is reportedly eyeing Super Eagles goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo as a transfer target after his contract talks with Wrexham stalled. Read More: https://punchng.com/leicester-eye-okonkwo/
Despite fresh imports, cooking gas scarcity persists in Nigeria, with prices soaring to N2,400/kg. Retailers warn of continued shortages if the government Read More: https://punchng.com/cooking-gas-scarcity-persists-despite-fresh-imports/
Anthony Joshua confirms he’s open to fighting Moses Itauma after his next two bouts. Discover details on this potential British-Nigerian heavyweight clash. Read More: https://punchng.com/joshua-open-to-itauma-fight/
YABATECH Council Chair, Prof. Funso Afolabi, states that Nigerian varsities and polytechnics have the capacity to develop innovative solutions to tackle in Read More: https://punchng.com/varsities-polytechnics-can-tackle-insecurity-says-yabatech-council-chair/
Ahmadu Bello University VC laments Nigeria’s continued dependence on foreign experts for technical expertise despite being Africa’s largest oil producer. Read More: https://punchng.com/abu-vc-decries-nigerias-continued-reliance-on-foreign-experts/
Gombe varsity students threaten protest over delayed NELFUND refunds of school fees. Learn why beneficiaries are frustrated and demanding action from stude Read More: https://punchng.com/students-threaten-protest-over-delayed-nelfund-refunds-at-gombe-varsity/
A Benue community is in fear after suspected armed herders killed and beheaded a patent medicine seller in Apa LGA. This latest Benue herders attack sparks Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-community-in-fear-as-herders-kill-behead-resident/
39 residents abducted in Zamfara during a community dialogue with a bandit leader’s parents. Police launch investigation to rescue victims. Read More: https://punchng.com/39-abducted-during-dialogue-with-zamfara-bandit-leaders-parents/
Borno State Police Command successfully rescued a six-year-old boy abducted in Maiduguri and arrested a suspect demanding N200,000 ransom. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-abducted-six-year-old-boy-arrest-suspect-in-borno/
Lagos intensifies its campaign to become Africa’s premier destination for global capital. Discover why Lagos is the emerging gateway for international inve Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-stakes-claim-as-africas-gateway-for-global-investment/
Oyo State Government demolishes a kidnappers’ hideout in Ibadan following the successful rescue of Bayo Adelabu’s sister and nephews. This move targets ins Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-demolishes-kidnappers-hideout-after-rescue-of-adelabus-sister-nephews/
Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency arrests 279 suspected criminals in a major statewide crackdown on blackspots and criminal hideouts. Read more about Read More: https://punchng.com/279-arrested-in-lagos-crackdown-on-criminals/
Edo Queens secured a decisive 4-1 victory over FC Robo in the NWFL Super Six, bouncing back strongly after an initial loss. Read about their impressive per Read More: https://punchng.com/nwfl-super-six-edo-queens-beat-fc-robo-4-1/
Plateau FRSC advocates cycling as a safe, affordable, and eco-friendly solution to rising fuel costs and traffic congestion in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/plateau-frsc-cycling-answer-to-rising-fuel-cost/
Kano State Police Command arrests 345 suspects and recovers 270 weapons in a statewide operation targeting criminal networks and drug supply chains. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-345-suspects-recover-270-weapons-in-kano-raids/
Master informal letter writing for WASSCE and everyday communication. Learn crucial don’ts to avoid common mistakes and improve your English exam scores. Read More: https://punchng.com/some-donts-of-informal-letters/
Ogun State Police arrest eight foreign nationals involved in a self-kidnapping scheme to extort money from families abroad. Read more on this transnational Read More: https://punchng.com/eight-foreigners-operating-self-kidnapping-scheme-nabbed-in-ogun/
The Yola Catholic Diocese has launched sports and cultural programmes for IDPs in North-East camps, promoting psychosocial healing and community recovery t Read More: https://punchng.com/yola-catholic-diocese-launches-programmes-for-neast-idps/
Yobe residents appeal to Governor Buni for a dialysis centre in Gashua as kidney disease persists, forcing patients to travel far for treatment. Read More: https://punchng.com/yobe-residents-beg-buni-for-dialysis-centre-as-kidney-disease-crisis-persists/
Dr. Nasiru Gawuna, former APC candidate, is in advanced talks to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and secure its 2027 governorship ticket. Learn Read More: https://punchng.com/gawuna-seeks-adc-gov-ticket-as-defection-talks-advance/
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Join political leaders and activists in Lagos for the June 12 Democracy Day discourse, featuring Emeka Anyaoku and Governor Sanwo-Olu, focusing on electora Read More: https://punchng.com/june-12-anyaoku-sanwo-olu-for-lagos-democracy-day-discourse/
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Bennett Oghifo Luxury real estate developer, 7-Fifteen Capital Limited, has formally entered the Lagos property market with the launch of its new office in Ikoyi, marking a significant milestone in
Bennett Oghifo The 37.9-kilometre Bodo-Bonny Road project in Rivers state awarded to leading engineering construction company, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has been completed. According to the Project Manager, Engr. Tim
Cruxstone Development and Investment Limited has officially launched Nautica Beach, a premium waterfront residential and leisure destination located in Lekki Peninsula Lagos. Dr. Adetoro Bank-Omoyoye, Managing Director, Nautical Beach Resort,
Sahara Group Foundation has inaugurated a new ‘Go Recycling Hub’ in Masaka, Nasarawa State, extending structured recycling access to communities in Northern Nigeria. Delivered in partnership with the Nasarawa State
Nigeria has reverted to high volume of petrol importation, with petrol imports surging to their highest level in four months in May, highlighting the country’s partial dependence on foreign fuel
Stories by Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has handed over the site for the construction of two 330kV bays at the Kainji Transmission Substation to
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has again dissociated itself from the unauthorised social media account on X, identified as “Nigeria National Grid.” NISO said it observed with concern that
Algeria has launched the construction of a new section of the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, a major energy project designed to transport natural gas from Nigeria to Europe through Niger and
In the Supreme Court of Nigeria Holden at Abuja On Friday, the 4th day of July, 2025 Before Their Lordships Mohammed Lawal Garba Adamu Jauro Moore Aseimo Abraham Adumein Obande
Stories by Peter Uzoho The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly called cooking gas, has continued to increase, now climbing to N2,000 per kilogramme in many Lagos retail outlets,
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja Nigeria’s oil and gas industry recorded a significant increase in drilling activity in the first quarter of 2026, with the number of active rigs rising by
For decades, one of the most persistent barriers to accelerated investment in Nigeria’s gas and power sector has been the absence of reliable, consolidated intelligence. Until now. At the 25th
The Federal Government has reported a significant decline in the number of ex-convicts returning to prison, attributing the improvement to ongoing rehabilitation and reform programmes within the Nigerian Correctional Service.
Is Africa on the verge of another virulent attack of the dreaded Ebola virus? This time, it is the Bundibugyo Ebola strain, different from the Zaire Ebola of 2014. Is the Bundibugyo Ebola
This article by learned Senior Advocate, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, discusses the case of Abanobi v The State, in which a 98 year old woman was kidnapped and kept in the boot of a
Kayode Tokede The Group Managing Director of Zedcrest, parent company of Zedvance, Adedayo Amzat, has announced a strategic shift in the firm’s asset deployment, committing 100 per cent of its
The Advocate By Onikepo Braithwaite Onikepo.braithwaite@thisdaylive.com Definition of Gaslighting ‘Gaslighting’ has become the order of the day in public life, shifting from just being a form of emotional abuse in
Stories by Steve Aya The Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law (NBA-SBL) has said its 20th Annual International Business Law Conference, will focus on evaluating the effectiveness of Nigeria’s
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has delivered a unanimous five-member judgement, strongly condemning what it described as the “weaponisation of judicial processes”, in a ruling that set aside a series
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has affirmed the death sentence of Delta-based kidnapper, Chelynor Halim, bringing final closure to a case marked by a dramatic victim escape and an unexpected
A high-profile fraud trial involving a British national and two Indian businessmen took a dramatic turn at the Federal High Court in Lagos on Tuesday, after the presiding Judge, Justice
The spirit of Children’s Day came alive at the 2026 Access Bank/UNICEF Charity Shield Polo Tournament as pupils and students of the Access Bank/ Fifth Chukker School emerged the stars
The Super Falcons of Nigeria delivered a commanding second-half performance to defeat the Teranga Lionesses of Senegal 3-0 in the second of their two international friendly games at the Remo
Former Arsenal and Manchester City defender, Gael Clichy, has tipped Michael Olise to repeat Kylian Mbappe’s feat at Russia 2018 at this 2026 World Cup scheduled to kick in North
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to bridge Nigeria’s skills gap and tackle youth unemployment, revealing that more than 150,000 read more 150,000 Nigerians undergo training as FG intensifies skills-to-employment reforms
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday intensified its crackdown on financial crimes as it dragged senior National read more EFCC drags National Assembly directors, couple, others to court over alleged N1.99bn fraud
Nigeria’s food fortification drive is set to get a significant boost, with TechnoServe seeking millers input to inform the next read more TechnoServe seeks millers’ input to boost food fortification efforts
Optiva Capital Partners, an investment migration agency which manages over $7 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM), and an investment read more Optiva Capital to strengthen over $7 billion in assets through Red Media communications partnership
A United States (US) federal judge has overturned a policy introduced by President Donald Trump that imposed a $100,000 (approximately read more US federal judge overturns Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee
Nigeria can’t build a $1tn economy on outdated data – Abbas Punch Newspapers
Cyril Ramaphosa nationwide address: Nigeria delay evacuation of citizens from South Africa after President Tinubu approval BBC
Xenophobia: Nigeria reschedules airlifting of citizens from South Africa Premium Times Nigeria
FG Condemns Anti-African Sentiment, Says Retaliation Against South Africa ‘Not Off The Table’ Channels Television
Nigeria: 360 people freed from Boko Haram mountain hideout DW
Nigerian Army rescue 360 children and women: Military release videos of victims rescued from Boko Haram camp in Borno BBC
Army frees 360 people abducted by Boko Haram in Nigeria’s Borno state Al Jazeera
FULL LIST: Six Caribbean Islands Nigerians can visit without visa The Nation Newspaper
NDPC, Meta launch initiative to strengthen data protection in Nigeria Premium Times Nigeria
What City in the US Has the Largest Nigerian Population? The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria will be better off if civil servants uphold due process, says Faleke TheCable
First-ever Nigeria Gas & Power Infrastructure Map to be Unveiled THISDAYLIVE
FG won’t bow to terrorists, bandits, Tinubu assures Nigerians The Guardian Nigeria News
Democracy Day: Nigeria Will Never Succumb to Terror, Banditry – Tinubu Punch Newspapers
Tinubu urges Nigerians to support security forces with intelligence Premium Times Nigeria
High Taxes, Charges Make Nigeria Tough Market For Airlines – IATA LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Nigeria weighs retaliatory measures as xenophobic attacks escalate in South Africa The Guardian Nigeria News
Protests in South Africa against foreigners: Nigeria join list of African kontris to evacuate citizens from South Africa as Ghana welcome second batch of citizens in Accra afta anti-immigration protests BBC
Nigeria’s Islamist Reckoning Council on Foreign Relations
Bandits in north-west Nigeria abduct villagers they invited to discuss peace talks The Guardian
Nigeria authorities criticized for inadequate response to violence against young women and girls Jurist.org
Nigeria Policy Watch: How Nigeria lost its industrial edge Business News Nigeria
Nigeria Among World’s Most Expensive Countries For Airline Operations, Says IATA Channels Television
FG decries attacks on Nigerians in South Africa, weighs response The ICIR
Xenophobia: Nigeria not happy with South Africa — FG Punch Newspapers
Nigeria, ISSA Strengthen Social Security Partnership Voice of Nigeria
Stakeholders Advocate Improved Urban Water Services in Nigeria Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria, Ghana offer to help citizens leave South Africa DW
Oyo school kidnapping: Why Nigeria still dey struggle wit insecurity despite high security spending BBC
Shettima: Investment, enterprise key to Nigeria’s $1tn economy The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigerians are entitled to safe, quality medicines – PCN The Guardian Nigeria News
Hundreds seek way home as Nigeria ramps up South Africa evacuation Business News Nigeria
Nigeria’s trade surplus surges to N7.55trn The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria among world’s most expensive countries for airline operations – IATA The Guardian Nigeria News
Xenophobic attacks: Nigeria may consider retaliation against South Africa – FG Business News Nigeria
Israel seeks Middle East peace, deepens ties with Nigeria Vanguard News
NRS accredits Afri Invoice as access point provider to drive Nigeria’s mandatory e-invoicing The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria condemns harassment of citizens in South Africa – FRCN HQ FRCN HQ
Nigeria records 50m cases of foodborne illnesses every year The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Pushes for Real-Time Intelligence Sharing at INTERPOL West Africa Meeting PRNigeria News
Nigeria Expresses Anger Over Treatment of Citizens in South Africa TVC News
Nigeria 3-0 Senegal: Super Falcons crush Lionesses in Ikenne Premium Times Nigeria
UN raise the alarm over killings, abductions in Nigeria Punch Newspapers
June 12: WSCIJ to lead conversation on reversing Nigeria’s voter apathy ahead of 2027 polls The ICIR
Reps push bill to reform Nigeria’s statistical system Business News Nigeria
As GEF Closes GEF-8 Funding Cycle, Nigeria Looks Ahead to Stronger Climate and Biodiversity Support in GEF-9 Earth Journalism Network
Deputy Speaker Reaffirms Strength of Nigeria’s Democratic System Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria, China deepen cultural ties through panda art – FRCN HQ FRCN HQ
Iwobi Excited Ahead Of 100 Caps For Nigeria News Agency of Nigeria
Sahara Extends Recycling Solutions to Northern Nigeria THISDAYLIVE
WED: Nestlé Nigeria Marks Seven Years Of Environmental Action, Unveils Multi-Stakeholder Coalition Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Why Nigeria’s Future Depends On Its Young Majority News Agency of Nigeria
Nigeria’s trade surplus soar by 89% to N7.5 trn in Q1, as Europe top export destination Business News Nigeria
Optasia and the cost of a 12-year monopoly in Nigeria’s digital economy TheCable
‘Nigeria is Far Better Prepared for the Bundibugyo Ebola Virus’ THISDAYLIVE
Ten things you need to know as Nigeria opens its grid to solar sellers Business News Nigeria
Report: Nigeria Resumes Fuel Import Amid Dangote Refinery’s Maintenance THISDAYLIVE
Xenophobia fears force Nigeria to airlift over 1,000 citizens from south africa Business News Nigeria
NLC reports Nigeria to ILO over alleged breach of Convention 98 The Guardian Nigeria News
Iwobi ready for landmark 100th cap as Nigeria take on Portugal Premium Times Nigeria
2027: The war for Nigeria’s soul The Sun Nigeria
Portugal vs Nigeria – date, time, venue and where to watch Vanguard News
NDPC, Meta launch initiative to strengthen data protection in Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria’s trade surplus jumps 341% to N7.55tn in 2026 Q1 – NBS Punch Newspapers
Nigeria not happy with South Africa over treatment of citizens, says Odumegwu-Ojukwu The Nation Newspaper
Nigeria Protests Ill-Treatment of Citizens in South Africa Voice of Nigeria
Technology, partnerships key to securing Nigeria’s waters, blue economy – Musa Business News Nigeria
NUPRC Seeks Funding As Nearly 300 Firms Jostle For Nigeria’s Gas Opportunities Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Algeria Launches New Section of $13bn Nigeria-Europe Gas Pipeline THISDAYLIVE
Nigeria .ng Registrations Hit 241,000 As NiRA Seeks Wider Adoption LEADERSHIP Newspapers
BAT Nigeria calls for smarter policies, stronger execution to drive manufacturing growth Business News Nigeria
Nigeria set to commence 2026 licensing round in Q3- NUPRC CNBC Africa
Oyo’s tragedy and Nigeria’s security crisis: Why we must stop counting victims by faith alone Daily Trust
Nigerian Resident Doctors NARD Declares Kidnapping Of Colleagues As National Emergency, Gives Tinubu Govt 21-Day Ultimatum Sahara Reporters
Children bear over 80% of foodborne disease burden in Nigeria — FG – FRCN HQ FRCN HQ
