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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The association has repeatedly condemned several incidents of assault, harassment, and intimidation over attacks on doctors and other healthcare workers in hospitals across the country. The post NARD condemns assault, arrest of doctor after patient dies at Ogun hospital appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The attackers reportedly injured several residents during the operation and damaged buildings while attempting to forcefully gain access to homes. The post Gunmen attack Ondo community overnight, abduct nine-year-old appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The globally celebrated duo will perform Dai Dai, the official song of the tournament, at the iconic Estadio Azteca on 11 June before hosts Mexico kick off the World Cup against South Africa The post 2026 FIFA World Cup: Burna Boy, Shakira set to headline Opening Ceremony in Mexico appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
For Team Nigeria, the competition presents another major opportunity to test its emerging stars against elite international opposition as preparations intensify ahead of a packed championship season The post Ofili, Nathaniel lead Nigerian charge as quartet targets glory at inaugural Texas Meet appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The exercise mobilised employees to clear waste, sensitise residents on proper disposal practices, and reinforce the Bank’s culture of community service and environmental stewardship The post Zenith Bank commemorates 2026 World Environment Day with two-phase clean-up initiative in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The pilgrims, comprising 151 males and 194 females, arrived directly from Saudi Arabia at the Gateway International Airport, Ilisan-Iperu Remo, aboard a Flynas A330 aircraft, touching down at 8:41 pm on Thursday The post Ogun welcomes 345 returning Hajj pilgrims at Gateway International Airport appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
According to the finance minister, Nigeria is attracting strong interest from investors and development finance institutions as it considers options for refinancing existing debt and funding development projects. The post Nigeria receives multiple funding offers from investors, lenders — Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
According to the minister, it is to support development projects amid improving investor confidence and rising crude oil prices. The post Nigeria eyes debt refinancing, fresh funding — Oyedele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM) on Thursday raised alarm over alleged increasing sexual harassment of women in Plateau rural communities The post Group raises alarm over sexual harassment in Plateau appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The squad is expected to receive another boost on Friday with the arrival of winger Samuel Chukwueze. The post Iwobi, Akpan join Super Eagles camp in Lisbon ahead of friendly against Portugal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The party said the move underscored the its commitment to credible candidate selection processes ahead of forthcoming elections. The post PDP constitutes appeal panels for primary election disputes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
"Following extensive search and questioning of persons within and around the school premises, no kidnapping incident was established, no suspect was sighted, and no victim was identified." The post Police debunk reports of kidnapping in Abuja school appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As the competition approaches, several nations have emerged as genuine contenders. While Argentina arrive as reigning champions, others boast extraordinary talent pools, while a few carry the weight of expectation built over decades The post Seven days to FIFA World Cup: Ranking top seven favourites to lift football’s biggest prize appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The appeal followed the publication of the Lagos APC’s list of successful candidates for the House of Representatives and Lagos State House of Assembly elections, which named Saheed Bankole as the party’s candidate for Eti-Osa Constituency I. The post Lagos APC faithfuls protest alleged alteration to Eti-Osa Assembly primary election winner appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The NRC laments rising operating costs but assured Nigerians the corporation remains committed to supporting the Federal Government's transportation objectives. The post Anxiety as NRC weighs fare increase amid rising operating costs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Governing Council of University of Port Harcourt, UNIPORT, has approved the appointment of Prof. Princewill Chike as the institution’s 10th Vice-Chancellor. Chike is expected to assume office on July 13 following the expiration of the tenure of the incumbent Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Owunari Georgewill, on the same date. The university’s spokesperson, Dr Sam Kpenu, disclosed this in […] UNIPORT gets new Vice-Chancellor
The United States Senate on Friday approved a $70 billion funding package aimed at strengthening President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agenda. The approval followed a lengthy voting session marked by intense debate and divisions within the Republican Party over other elements of the administration’s policy priorities. The measure provides funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE, and […] US Senate approves $70bn for Trump’s immigration enforcement agenda
English clubs are monitoring Olympique Marseille defender Tochukwu Nnadi, DAILY POST reports. The 22-year-old moved to Marseille from Belgian Pro League outfit Zulte Waregem in the January transfer window. Nnadi endured a difficult six-month spell at the Stade Vélodrome playing a peripheral role. The Nigeria international however started Marseille’s last four league games of the […] Transfer: Premier League clubs keep tabs on Nnadi
Suspected bandits have abducted a nine-year-old boy and vandalised two residential buildings during an attack on Igbosi area of Idogun in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Friday when the armed men stormed the community, firing gunshots indiscriminately to create panic among residents before carrying out the […] Bandits abduct pastor’s son, destroy buildings in Ondo community
The member representing Akwanga/Nasarawa Eggon/Wamba Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Jeremiah Umaru, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, APC, citing concerns over the conduct of the party’s recently concluded primary elections. Umaru, popularly known as Jakadan Wamba, announced his resignation in a letter addressed to the APC Chairman of Gitta Ward in […] Primaries: Rep Jeremiah Umaru dumps APC, cites credibility concerns
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Anthony Ehilebo, has lamented that some Nigerians have turned the insecurity in the country into a commercial venture. Ehilebo noted that the inability of the Nigerian government to bring terrorists to account has continued to give rise to the insecurity situation across the country. Speaking on News […] Some Nigerians have turned insecurity into commercial venture – PDP chieftain
Rapper Illbliss has emphasised on the need for Nigerians to be more receptive of non-indigenes in their states and shun inflammatory remarks against non-indigenous residents. Speaking in a recent episode of the Outside The Box podcast, the ‘Aiye Po Gan’ crooner used the Igbos in Lagos as a case study of non-indigenous residents’ contributions to […] ‘Igbos have given a lot to Lagos economy’ – Rapper Illbliss
The PFA on Friday, unveiled six-man shortlists for its Men’s and Women’s Player of the Year awards. In the men’s category, Gabriel Magalhaes, David Raya and Declan Rice, who won the Premier League title with Arsenal all make the cut. Manchester City duo Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland and Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes complete the list. […] EPL: PFA Player of the Year nominees revealed [Full List]
Residents of several communities in Jalingo and Yorro local government councils of Taraba State, have been thrown into hardship following the reported collapse of a major bridge along the Muslim Council axis in Jalingo after a heavy downpour. The bridge, which serves as the only direct link connecting numerous communities within the two local government […] Taraba communities suffer hardship as major bridge collapses after downpour
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Kwara State Council, has cried out to President Bola Tinubu over what it described as worsening industrial crisis and growing allegations of administrative misconduct at the Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority, LNRBDA, Ilorin. The union raised the alarm in a letter sent to the President on Thursday. The Kwara State […] NLC writes Tinubu over industrial crisis at Lower Niger River Basin Develoment Authority
A House of Representatives aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the Akwanga/Nasarawa Eggon/Wamba Federal Constituency, David Ayuba Dumwe, has approached the Federal High Court in Lafia to challenge the alleged emergence of Beauty Sudar Aliyu as the party’s consensus candidate for the 2027 general elections. In the suit marked FHC/LF/CS/9/2026, Dumwe is seeking […] 2027: Dumwe challenges PDP over selection of consensus candidate for Reps seat
Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC, has enjoined governors of the South-West region to immediately empower Western Nigeria Security Network, also known as Amotekun, O’dua Peoples Congress, OPC, and other local security apparatus without further delay. MURIC noted that this is necessary in order to address and tackle the alarming rate of kidnapping and other violent crimes […] Empower Amotekun, OPC to tackle abductions – MURIC tells South-West govs
The Executive Chairperson of Karim Lamido local government council of Taraba state, Virginia Baba Bambur, has announced the imposition of a 24-hour dusk-to-dawn curfew in Karim town, Didango, and other affected communities following a surge in violence and unrest across the area. According to a statement issued by the Chairperson, the curfew took effect on […] Taraba council enforces 24-hour curfew in Karim Lamido, affected communities
A lawyer in Enugu State, Aroh Dominic, has warned the national leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, against announcing candidates for elective positions in the state, citing alleged irregularities in the party’s primary elections. DAILY POST reports that the warning comes amid growing controversy over the outcome of the NDC primaries conducted last week, […] Primaries: Don’t attempt announcing any candidate from Enugu – Lawyer warns NDC national leadership
Former Minister of Sports and Youths Development, Solomon Dalung, has lashed out at the All Progressives Congress, APC-led Federal Government over the surge in insecurity in Nigeria. Featuring on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’ on Friday, Dalung said the government cannot track bandits in the forest but can pick anyone who criticizes them. He was speaking on […] They can pick anyone who criticizes them but can’t track bandits – Ex-minister Dalung
The National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, has stepped up measures to prepare for possible flooding across Lagos State, with particular attention on communities identified as vulnerable in the 2026 flood forecast. The Head of Operations, NEMA Lagos Territorial Office, Mohammed Olatunde, disclosed this while outlining the agency’s readiness for the rainy season and ongoing efforts […] NEMA intensifies flood preparedness in Lagos, warns high-risk communities
Nigerian military forces have successfully foiled an attempted attack by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and Boko Haram terrorists on troops’ positions in Gajigana, Nganzai Local Government Area of Borno State. The development was contained in a post shared on Friday by security analyst and counter-insurgency expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, via […] Nigerian military thwarts ISWAP attack in Borno, intensifies air, ground patrols
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, that his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, will negatively affect his presidential ambition. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele claimed that Peter Obi is too desperate and […] 2027: Kwankwaso will destroy your presidential ambition – Primate Ayodele tells Peter Obi
Former Minister of Sports and Youths Development, Solomon Dalung, has lamented that the coalition that would have salvaged Nigeria in the 2027 general elections has been overtaken by greed. Dalung made this remark on Friday when he appeared as a guest in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’. He stated that the expectations of Nigerians were […] 2027: Greed scattered coalition – Solomon Dalung laments
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command have foiled a kidnapping attempt in Byazhin, Kubwa, Bwari Area Council, Abuja. The Police Public Relations Officer of the FCT command, SP Josephine Adeh disclosed in a statement on Friday that the armed bandits invaded the area at about 12:34 a.m attempting to kidnap residnts. She said, while […] FCT police foil kidnapping attempt after thirty minutes gun battle with bandits
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera, has called on residents of his emirate to legally acquire weapons to protect their communities against persistent attacks by bandits. The Emir also emphasized the importance of intelligence gathering and information sharing with security agencies, urging communities across the emirate to remain […] The post Insecurity: ‘Acquire arms to defend yourselves,’ Emir of Argungu tells residents appeared first on Vanguard News.
He said the protection and upholding of children’s right to education in safety and dignity should be prioritised. The post School abductions: UN pushes for violence-free learning environment in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.
The US Senate on Friday approved $70 billion in funding for Donald Trump's hardline immigration crackdown, but only after a long day of votes on multiple amendments that highlighted Republican infighting over some of the president's other contentious policy proposals. The post US Senate approves $70 billion for Trump immigration crackdown appeared first on Vanguard News.
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the federal government vowing to crush kidnappers and rescue pupils in Oyo and Borno states. The post Nigerian newspapers review: FG vows to crush kidnappers, rescue pupils in Oyo, Borno appeared first on Vanguard News.
The leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has begun a reconciliation process for all aggrieved members arising from the conduct of its primary elections held across the country last weekend. The post NDC begins reconciliation, denies candidate imposition after nationwide primaries appeared first on Vanguard News.
State broadcaster CCTV said Xi would visit from June 8 to 9 at the invitation of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, his first trip to Pyongyang in seven years. The post China’s Xi Jinping to visit North Korea next week appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has commenced a reconciliation process aimed at resolving grievances arising from its primary elections held across the country last weekend. The decision was reached at the party’s second National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting as part of efforts to unite aggrieved members and […] The post NDC begins reconciliation, defends primaries appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Federal Government on Thursday flagged off the Gombe–Biu Super Highway, a key section of the 700-kilometre Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe–Biu–Maiduguri Dualisation Project, with the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, expressing confidence that security challenges in the country would be overcome under President Bola Tinubu. The post Umahi: Tinubu will defeat insecurity appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) has launched a sweeping overhaul of Nigeria’s textbook approval process, directing publishers and other stakeholders to submit school textbooks for a fresh round of assessment, re-assessment, and ranking under a newly introduced quality assurance framework. The post FG introduces new textbook ranking system, mandates fresh assessment nationwide appeared first on Vanguard News.
Cartoon: Study in darkness, exam in darkness, hustle in darkness, governance in darkness ... The post Cartoon: Study in darkness, exam in darkness, hustle in darkness, governance in darkness … appeared first on Vanguard News.
Akwa Ibom State Police have foiled an attempted abduction of three children by suspected traffickers in Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, arresting two suspects after youths rescued the victims. The post Police foil child trafficking plot in Akwa Ibom, nab 2 suspects appeared first on Vanguard News.
"The answer is yes," Trump told reporters at the House, when asked if would attend. "He's invited me, I'm going." The post Game on: Trump set to attend game 3 of NBA Finals in New York appeared first on Vanguard News.
Suspected gunmen have abducted a nine-year-old boy, Olaosebikan Victor, during a midnight attack on Ugbosi Quarters in Idogun, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. The post Gunmen abduct cleric’s 9-year-old son in Ondo appeared first on Vanguard News.
“It has to be a tripartite thing. This year we are due for renegotiation of the minimum wage. Why are they jumping the gun?” she asked. The post N100,000 wage: Lagos labour harps on proper consultation, economic realities appeared first on Vanguard News.
According to him, true opposition leadership requires direct engagement with citizens affected by insecurity rather than commentary from a distance. The post Obi, Atiku are office seekers not opposition leaders - Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Nkiruka Nnorom with agency report United States House of Representatives has passed a resolution that seeks to halt President Donald Trump from taking further military action in Iran. The 215-208 vote, which is largely symbolic, was successful after four Republicans joined Democrats in a public show of disapproval of the war, which began in […] The post M-East war: US Reps pass resolution to halt Iran war appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Senate has linked rising insecurity in the country to a growing culture of indiscipline, while calling on the National Orientation Agency, NOA, to intensify values restoration efforts within the citizenry. The post Senate blames rising insecurity on indiscipline appeared first on Vanguard News.
Seven lives have been lost to a farmer-herder clash in Lanzai Dosho villages, Darazo local government area of Bauchi South. The post Bauchi farmers-herders clash, claim seven lives appeared first on Vanguard News.
Political associates of former President Goodluck Jonathan have insisted that only the former president can speak authoritatively on his political future, warning against attempts by individuals to define his position ahead of the 2027 general election. The post 2027: Only Jonathan can speak on his political future — ex-President’s camp appeared first on Vanguard News.
Thousands of supporters of Accord Party presidential candidate, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, on Thursday trooped to Dawaki, Abuja, in a show of solidarity following the party’s recently concluded presidential primary. The post Thousands rally for Hashim after Accord Primary appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Denies candidate imposition, unveils framework behind nationwide exercise The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has dismissed allegations of irregularities and candidate imposition in its recently concluded presidential, governorship, National Assembly and State House of Assembly primaries, insisting that the process was The post NDC slams critics, insists primaries were transparent, consensus-driven appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Former Rivers State Commissioner for Health, Professor Princewill Chike, has been appointed the 10th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT). His appointment follows the expiration of the tenure of the incumbent Vice Chancellor, Professor Owunari Georgewill, who is The post Former Rivers health commissioner emerges UNIPORT Vice-Chancellor appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Hospital donated by Abdul Samad Rabiu Initiative (ASR Africa) said that it has conducted over 300 minor and major surgeries on residents of Bauchi State between February 17 and early June, 2026. The Chief Medical The post Customs hospital conducts over 300 surgeries on Bauchi residents in four months appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Popular Nigerian Afro-highlife singer, Chinedu Okoli, widely known as Flavour N’abania, has addressed concerns regarding his personal life, asserting his independence and refusal to conform to conventional societal expectations. In a recent video broadcast, the artist said, “I am an The post “I don’t belong to one woman,” says Flavour appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
PFL Africa has unveiled an aggressive final activation campaign across Lagos ahead of its highly anticipated fight event scheduled for June 13, as organisers intensify efforts to drive awareness, fan engagement and ticket sales. The mixed martial arts promotion said The post PFL Africa intensifies Lagos activations ahead of June 13 Fight Night appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has appointed former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, as the Director-General of his campaign organisation ahead of the 2027 Lagos State governorship election. The appointment is widely viewed as a strategic The post 2027 Guber: Hamzat appoints Obanikoro as campaign DG appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Hope Behind Bars Africa (HBBA) has upgraded the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) and National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) learning centres at the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Keffi-New, Nasarawa State, to enhance educational opportunities and rehabilitation The post Group boosts access to education for over 600 inmates in Keffi custodial facility appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The Nigerian Navy’s Naval Base Oguta in Imo State has conducted a free medical and educational outreach for residents of Izombe Community as part of commitment to public health and community development in its area of operation. The programme featured The post Naval Base Oguta offers free medical services, relief materials to Izombe community appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Nigerian rapper Sodiq Abubakar Yusuf, widely known as CDQ, has said that success in the Nigerian music industry now heavily depends on membership in a cabal, gang, or cult group. The rapper made this known during a recent interview with content creator JBrandy. The post “Artists must belong to cabal or cult affiliation to succeed in the industry”– rapper CDQ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Kano state Deputy Governor, Alh. Murtala Sule Garo, has sought unfiltered support for the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to deliver more people oriented projects in the state. Garo who made the appeal while receiving party stakeholders’ and community The post Garo rallies stakeholders to sustain support for Governor Yusuf’s administration appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Bauchi State Police Command arrests five suspected kidnappers and successfully rescues two abducted victims in Alkaleri LGA. Read more on the Bauchi kidnap Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-five-suspected-kidnappers-rescue-victims-in-bauchi/
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Carding App unveils a ₦400 million World Cup prediction event for football fans. Predict matches, invite friends, and sell gift cards to win big! Read More: https://punchng.com/carding-app-launches-%e2%82%a6400-million-world-cup-2026-prediction-event-for-football-fans/
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Bandits attacked Idogun, Ondo State, destroying houses and kidnapping a nine-year-old pastor’s son. Police are intensifying efforts to rescue the victim. Read More: https://punchng.com/bandits-destroy-houses-kidnap-pastors-nine-year-old-son-in-ondo/
Nigeria’s Federal Government and FAO launch a $350,000 project to strengthen bird flu preparedness, detection, and response, training 240 animal health per Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-fao-to-combat-bird-flu-with-350000-project/
TCN announces daily power outages in Delta State from June 4-16 for essential substation maintenance. Residents will experience disruptions but power will Read More: https://punchng.com/tcn-announces-daily-power-outages-in-delta-for-station-maintenance/
Shakira and Burna Boy will perform the official 2026 FIFA World Cup song, “Dai Dai,” at the opening ceremony in Mexico City. Get details on the star-studde Read More: https://punchng.com/shakira-burna-boy-to-perform-official-world-cup-song-at-opening-ceremony/
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Top security chiefs and UN officials commend Governor Dauda Lawal’s “Rescue Mission” in Zamfara, endorsing his governance model for transformation. Read More: https://punchng.com/rescue-mission-at-3-security-chiefs-top-diplomats-endorse-governor-lawals-governance-model/
Agbaibor, an orphaned forest elephant, highlights Nigeria’s urgent elephant conservation efforts. Learn about the fight to protect critically endangered fo Read More: https://punchng.com/how-rescued-orphaned-elephant-highlights-nigerias-conservation-fight/
The NDC leadership defends its recently concluded party primaries, dismissing allegations of irregularities and candidate imposition. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndc-defends-party-primaries-denies-imposing-candidates/
FIFA is demanding payment from fans who received free 2026 World Cup tickets due to a glitch, or risk losing their seats. Learn more about the ticketing co Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-fifa-demands-payment-after-glitch-gives-fans-free-tickets/
Professor Princewill Chike, former Rivers Health Commissioner, has been appointed the 10th Vice Chancellor of UNIPORT. Learn more about the new UNIPORT Vic Read More: https://punchng.com/uniport-names-ex-rivers-health-commissioner-new-vice-chancellor/
Discover why agricultural finance is the most consequential climate action for West Africa. Learn how investing in farmers addresses food security and clim Read More: https://punchng.com/nature-has-been-sending-us-signals-our-farmers-read-them-first/
Atiku’s aide calls for Sunday Igboho’s probe to reveal politicians sponsoring kidnappers in Oyo State, urging security agencies to act on his claims. Read More: https://punchng.com/atikus-aide-seeks-igbohos-probe-over-kidnappers-sponsors-claim/
Osun police launch a high-powered probe after gunmen shot the Accord chairman for Osogbo LGA, Asimiyu Ajibola, leaving him critically injured. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-police-launch-probe-after-gunmen-shoot-accord-chair/
A new survey reveals over 80% of Nigerians support social media regulation for children to protect them from online harm and digital addiction. Learn more Read More: https://punchng.com/four-in-five-nigerians-support-social-media-regulation-for-children-fg/
Grenada now offers visa-free entry to Nigerians, targeting investors and professionals. Explore new opportunities in healthcare, agriculture, and real esta Read More: https://punchng.com/grenada-opens-visa-free-entry-eyes-nigerian-investors/
Yemisi Adepoju’s new book, “Broke After Pay Day,” offers practical tools to help Nigerians escape debt, manage financial stress, and break poor money habit Read More: https://punchng.com/author-unveils-book-on-escaping-debt-financial-stress/
TGI Group and Wilmar International merge businesses in Nigeria and Benin, forming a $12bn food and agriculture partnership to serve growing consumer market Read More: https://punchng.com/tgi-wilmar-strike-12bn-nigeria-benin-food-partnership/
NOA Director-General urges Nigerian musicians to create enduring songs, citing Fuji legend Sikiru Ayinde Barrister’s lasting legacy as an example. Read More: https://punchng.com/noa-chief-challenges-musicians-to-build-lasting-legacies/
Stakeholders endorse Nigeria’s efforts to become a leading global arbitration hub, aiming to attract international commercial disputes to the country. Lear Read More: https://punchng.com/stakeholders-back-nigerias-bid-to-become-global-arbitration-hub/
JCI EdoBronze and Kyrus Recycling Agency led a cleanup drive in Edo State to combat plastic pollution, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Read More: https://punchng.com/group-leads-cleanup-drive-to-curb-plastic-pollution-in-edo/
The PDP has constituted appeal panels to address petitions and complaints from its primary elections, ensuring fairness and internal democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-constitutes-appeal-panels-for-primary-election-disputes/
Experts call for urgent government intervention, increased awareness, and improved access to care for multiple sclerosis patients in Nigeria, where cases a Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-seek-support-for-multiple-sclerosis-patients/
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Poland coach Jan Urban discusses his team’s 2-2 draw with Nigeria, praising their resilience but frustrated by Nigeria’s clinical finishing in the friendly Read More: https://punchng.com/we-played-a-good-game-against-nigeria-poland-coach/
The Aguiyi-Ironsi family honours Lt Col Adekunle Fajuyi’s supreme sacrifice 60 years on, remembering his loyalty and courage during the 1966 coup. Read More: https://punchng.com/aguiyi-ironsi-family-honours-fajuyis-supreme-sacrifice/
Esther Oluku Cascador, Africa-focused growth-stage accelerator, Wednesday, deployed over $5 million in funding to seven Nigerian businesses at its 2026 Pitch Day event. The pitch day, the second in the
Sylvester Idowu in Warri In continuation of its 70th anniversary, the Naval Base, Oguta Thursday embarked on free medical care and educational outreach for the people of Izombe community in
* Commencement of operations expected in Q4, 2026 Abbey Mortgage Bank Plc, one of Nigeria’s leading and longest-standing primary mortgage banks, has officially received regulatory approval from the Central Bank
Afakriya Gadzama writes that recent times have witnessed a troubling rise in the incidence of kidnapping across parts of Nigeria, posing significant threats to public safety, national security, and socio-economic
Charles Nnaji writes that influence, impact and problem solving rather than titles held or political offices occupied, should define leadership as demonstrated by host community by recognizing Rt. Hon. Sam
It’s important to note that the leadership of FIFA, the operating and controlling group of the World Cup soccer, turned itself into one of the shameful promoters of a silly
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Alex Enumah in Abuja Mr. Abubakar Sulu-Gambari, SAN, was on wednesday in his office, slammed with contempt of court notices, following what has been described as a brazen and calculated
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Sunday Ehigiator Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has raised concerns over the growing proliferation of new and emerging nicotine and tobacco products in Nigeria. CAPPA warned that tobacco
Kasim Sumaina in Abuja The federal government, Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to actualisation of the Agge Deep Sea Port project in Bayelsa State. While describing the project as strategic infrastructure
• Oyedele says market conditions right for planned move •US may slam additional 12.5% tariff on Nigerian exports Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja Nigeria is considering refinancing some of its expensive
Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, yesterday disclosed that the FCT Administration will commission over 30 projects across the nation’s capital to commemorate
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• Seeks improved welfare for Nigerian workers Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Ali Rabiu, has called on the federal government to take
Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja Nigeria has advocated inclusive and human-centred artificial intelligence (AI) policies that protect jobs and safeguard workers’ rights while harnessing the transformative potential of technology to drive
Ayodeji Ake Nigeria’s telecommunication and digital services company, Globacom, has unveiled a new data offer, tagged, “More Data More Value only on Glo,” designed exclusively to enrich digital experience of
• Say Senate committee’s proposed reversals can trigger constitutional crisis, stall reform gains Peter Uzoho Sixteen State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs) have raised strong objections to the proposed Electricity Act
• NBS seeks deeper collaboration with commission on industry data Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has called on financial institutions to support operators in
• Seeks Senate confirmation in line with NDDC Act • Nomination follows Namdas’ resignation to contest Adamawa governorship • Senate begins screening process, directs committee to report within two weeks
Michael Olugbode in Abuja Determined to reverse decades of dependence on imported rice and strengthen food security across the sub-region, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and its
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo A 400-level Biotechnology student of Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Philip Ayomide Ogundele, has secured an international research grant worth 950 US dollars from Sigma Xi –
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Military Pension Board (MPB) has issued a fraud alert, cautioning retirees and next of kins (NOKs) against disclosing sensitive personal or financial information to fraudsters
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Ten retired officers caught in Nigeria’s worsening insecurity The ICIR
Bayo Adelabu sister kidnapped: Unknown gunmen kidnap sister of ex-Nigeria minister of power Adelabu for Oyo BBC
Protesters take to streets of Nigerian capital over school abductions africanews.com
Nigeria eyes debt refinancing, fresh funding — Oyedele Premium Times Nigeria
FG screens 400 Nigerians for repatriation from S’Africa The Guardian Nigeria News
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How recruitment scams prey on unemployed Nigerian youth The Nation Newspaper
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Oyo school kidnapping: Why Nigeria still dey struggle wit insecurity despite high security spending BBC
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More than half of Nigeria’s economy remains outside the tax net despite years of reforms, Moody’s says Business Insider Africa
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Which way Nigeria’s tertiary education? The Guardian Nigeria News
Shell pumped oil through Nigeria pipeline for years despite pollution evidence, documents show BBC
Nigeria pushes for deeper Korea-Africa partnership The Guardian Nigeria News
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Nigeria-Poland watch party unites diplomats, ex-internationals in Abuja The Nation Newspaper
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Stakeholders Pin Nigeria’s Surging Food Costs On Structural Flaws Independent Newspaper Nigeria
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