Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday inaugurated the newly constituted Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, with the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi [...]...
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Ekid leaders, where the suspect hails from, have warned that her arrest may deepen tensions over the Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve dispute. The post Akwa Ibom forest reserve dispute deepens as police arraign advocate for allegedly defaming Eno appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has explained that recent United States military airstrikes in Sokoto State were aimed at halting the growing threat posed by Lakurawa, which he described as a fast-expanding and highly dangerous armed group. Musa said Lakurawa represents an emerging security threat that authorities are determine...
Read Full Story →Afrobeats star Davido has lost a $50,000 bet after Nigeria’s Super Eagles failed to defeat Morocco in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final [...]...
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There is unease in Enugu State chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, following the reported exclusion of leading foundation members of the party and other notable bigwigs from the stakeholders’ meeting held in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of the state. The foundation members and other notable bigwigs excluded from the meeting included a […] ...
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A fire outbreak at a military checkpoint in Potiskum, Yobe State, has destroyed eight shelters and a mosque, leaving one personnel injured. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-guts-military-checkpoint-in-yobe/...
Read Full Story →Trump administration reiterates threat of 'grave consequences', but says executions of Iranian protesters halted....
Read Full Story →By the close of 2025, the labour landscape was on the brink - mounting tension, deepening distrust, and a trail of unfinished business The post Shrinking wages, pacts in ruins: Labour implosion looms in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News ....
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The Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, has ordered the interim forfeiture of $150,000 allegedly linked to Emmanuel Okoh, a Director of Vetifly Global Inc. Justice Yellim Bogoro made the order on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, after hearing an ex parte application filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and argued by […] Court or...
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Nigeria and the UAE signed the trade agreement to support the drive for green investment, higher non-oil exports and long-term economic growth. The post Nigeria–UAE Deal Will Give Exporters Gateway To Global Markets — Minister appeared first on Channels Television ....
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Famous Nigerian musician, Seun Kuti, has defended Super Eagles’ player, Samuel Chukwueze amid criticism from Nigerians for missing penalty. DAILY POST reports that Nigeria failed to qualify for the final of the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, competition on Wednesday after losing to the host nation, Morocco. Morocco defeated Nigeria on penalties during the AFC...
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Counsel to Henry Omoile, a co-defendant in the alleged $4.5 billion fraud trial involving former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has told the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) never harassed his client during interrogation. The defence counsel, E.N. Offial, made t...
Read Full Story →Vessels from China, Iran, Russia and the United Arab Emirates sailed into waters off Cape Town around a week ago to take part in the exercises as part of the BRICS grouping of nations. The post US knocks South Africa for Iran’s presence at naval drills appeared first on Vanguard News ....
Read Full Story →*Barau declares move a major boost to APC’s 2027 consolidation drive Sunday Aborisade in Abuja In a political development with far-reaching implications ahead of the 2027 general election, Abubakar Atiku...
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The Ogun State Government under Governor Dapo Abiodun has rolled out several initiatives to boost food production and support farmers across the state, the Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr Bolu Owotomo, has said. Owotomo, in a chat with newsmen on Thursday,said the administration was implementing programmes such as the Ogun State Economic Transformation Proj...
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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of families of deceased soldiers who paid the supreme price in the service of the nation. The governor made this known during the special parade and wreath-laying ceremony to commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at the Arcade [...
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Senator Godiya Akwashiki was buried in Lafia, Nasarawa State, amid glowing tributes from SDP leaders, lawmakers, and traditional rulers. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-senator-akwashiki-buried-as-sdp-leaders-pay-tributes/...
Read Full Story →Palestinians in Gaza have told Al Jazeera the second phase of the ceasefire won’t improve their lives....
Read Full Story →The United States State Department has announced a suspension of immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries as it reassesses those who may become a “public charge.” The suspension, The post FULL LIST: 75 countries where US suspends visa processing appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....
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The Nigerian equities market ended a 23-day bullish run, reversing gains to shed N457 billion. The downturn was driven by widespread profit-taking. Read More: https://punchng.com/equities-market-reverses-gains-sheds-n457bn/...
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