After the sequins of the Detty December galas and the blinding white of many Christmas bashes that held this season, the Nigerian fashion elite is collectively exhaling. As we step… The post Post-December Reset: The Rise Of ‘Quiet Luxury’ In Nigeria’s Work Wear Fashion appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Real Madrid icon, Raúl González unexpectedly said that Lionel Messi is the greatest player of all time, even before Cristiano Ronaldo. He said the Argentine player was also better than Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo Nazario, and Luis Figo. Speaking to EDYYN through Mundo Deportivo, Raúl mentioned that Messi makes everything seem simple when he’s playing. The […] ‘He’s really unique’ – Ex-Real Madrid star, Raul snubs Ronaldo, names best footballer ever

Investors recorded a gain of N561 billion as the Nigerian stock market on Friday finished the first trading session of the year on a bullish note. Strong performances by FTN Cocoa Processors, ABC Transport, Mutual Benefits Assurance, Deap Capital Management, Aluminium Extrusion Industries, and 48 other stocks buoyed overall market sentiment. Market capitalization rose by […] Investors pocket N561bn gain as Nigerian Stock Market begins 2026 strong

The Nigerian creative community was plunged into deep mourning during the final days of December 2025 as the curtains fell unexpectedly on one of its most vibrant stars. The passing… The post Final Rites For A Fallen Princess: Remembering Allwell Ademola (1982–2025)  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Naira appreciated against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Friday to kick off the first trading day in 2026 on a good note. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira strengthened to N1,430.85 per dollar on Friday, up from N1,435.76 traded at Wednesday, December 31, before the […] Naira appreciates against US dollar to begin 2026 on good note

The pounding widow is a gripping story of a young widow, Efere who lost her husband a few days after their wedding, and the pain of losing him deeply affected… The post Ngozi Uma Joins Children’s Book Authors League With Her Captivating Book “The Pounding Widow”  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers; ‎ ‎1. Rivers State Executive Council has approved a N1.8 trillion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year. The approval was made at the State Executive Council meeting held on Friday evening. The newly sworn-in Special Adviser to Governor Siminalayi Fubara on Economic Matters and Social Development, […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Saturday morning

The Taraba state chapter of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT, has distanced itself from reports alleging that it issued a warning to the state governor Agbu Kefas  over the non payment of four months’ salary arrears. The union further cleared that it did not mandate anyone to threaten withdrawal of support for the governor […] Taraba NUT clears air on alleged withdrawal of support for Gov Kefas over salary 

A multidisciplinary artist, Oluwayemisi Akingbola, opened the doors of her creative world to the public recently in a special two-day event titled “A Sound X Art Experience”, held at her… The post Exploring Oluwayemisi Akingbola’s World Of Sound, Art And Memory  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

This is a very busy week­end for football. The English Premier League has crossed the half way mark with title contenders are manifesting, while only Wolves are sure bet for… The post Nigeria Must Be Wary Of Mozambique appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Dickson Omobola Four days to the end of the year, 2025 no doubt, would remain indelible in the minds of stakeholders in the air transport sector on account of events that kept the industry under scrutiny. In the outgoing year, the sector recorded sad and sweet moments, ranging from repeated cases of unruly passenger behaviour and […] The post AVIATION:  High, low moments in 2025 appeared first on Vanguard News.

At the time the Deeper Christian Life Minis­try, DCLM, held its first Retreat in the premis­es of then National Technical Teachers’ College, Akoka, Yaba, Lagos, December 24-28, 1975, the group,… The post Deeper Life Retreat At 50: Beyond The Precincts Of Religion appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

His Royal Majesty AGABA’IDU Elaigwu Odogbo John, the para­mount ruler of the Idoma Nation and Chairman, Idoma Area Tradi­tional Council, has charged Idoma sons and daughters to embrace 2026 as… The post Och’Idoma Sets 2026 Agenda Of Hope, Unity, Enterprise, Cultural Renewal For Idoma Nation appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Delta State Police Command has decisively quelled violent dis­turbances orchestrated by hood­lums and criminal elements who attempted to hijack the New Year Eve celebrations in parts of Asaba metropolis. At… The post Police Arrest 43 Hoodlums On New Year Eve appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

In a major counter-offensive, the Joint Task Force comprising the Nigerian military, the DSS, the Police and other paramilitary agencies had pursued bandits who attacked parts of Kano between Thursday night and Friday morning, chasing them to Kogoro town in Katsina State where about 150 of the attackers were reportedly killed, while 125 stolen cows […] Over 150 bandits eliminated after Kano attack, 125 stolen cows recovered

…Orders investigation of Odili  The Attorney General of the Feder­ation and Minister of Justice Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) has cleared Ghana­ian investors and their Nigerian law­yer of any wrongdoing in connection… The post River Park Estate: AGF Directs Termination Of Charge Against Ghanaian Investors, Sam Jonah and 4 Others appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Residents of Kabba-Bunu in Kogi West senatorial district on Friday staged a protest over the worsening security situation in the area. Zagazola Makama reports that the protesters, who turned out in large numbers, decried the growing activities of bandits, alleging that several indigenes have been abducted and are currently being held hostage. They appealed to […] Kabba-Bunu residents protest rising banditry in Kogi West, demand urgent government action

Canada deported 366 Nigerians in 2025 amid a nationwide immigration crackdown. Find out why Nigeria is in the top 10 and who is at risk of removal. Read More: https://punchng.com/canada-deports-366-nigerians-974-await-removal/

…As Otukpo Community Hails Paramount Ruler Over Appointment Of Mayor MAKURDI – The Otukpo community, of Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, have hailed the Och’Idoma, His Royal… The post Four Years In Office: Ochi’Idoma Appreciates God For Direction, Wisdom appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The National Working Committee, NWC, of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, has dissolved the party’s executive committees in Kano State at the state, local government and ward levels. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr Oladipo Johnson, announced the decision in a statement issued on Friday. According to Johnson, the dissolution followed an emergency meeting […] NNPP dissolves Kano executives amid internal rift

WARRI – AIG Olufemi Abaniwonda, immediate past Commissioner of Police, Delta Command has commended various stakehold­ers who contributed in one way or the other towards the build­ing of an ultra… The post Fmr. Delta Police Boss Commissions Newly Built Ultra Modern Warri Area Command Complex appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sworn in five newly appointed special advisers. He also reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to move forward with determination and recover lost ground. During the swearing-in ceremony at the Government House, Fubara noted that his government has the resilience required to deliver on its mandate. He explained that the appointments […]

The president of Bauchi Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (BACCIMA), Hon Aminu Muhammad Danmaliki, has decried what he described as a deepening governance crisis in Nigeria, saying no honest citizen can pretend otherwise. Danmaliki said that under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, the lived reality of ordinary Nigerians has deteriorated sharply rather […]

The previous year that ended this Wednesday brought along reminiscences that left bitter and sweet experiences in the lives of Nigerians and the country. 2025 was a mixture of the good and bad, with many wishing for its expiration. Its death this midweek expectedly brought relief and offered yet an invigorating hope that, at last, […]

…Drums Supports For Tinubu LOKOJA – In a bid to fortify sup­port base for ex. Gov­ernor Yahaya Bello, over Ten thousand registered voters from Kogi Local Government Area have transfered… The post 2027 Elections: Kogi Group Transfers 10,000 Voters Cards To Okene LG appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A trending post making the rounds on social media has captured the funny description that a lady write on a transfer she made. Netizens reacted massively.

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has reiterated his administration’s commitment to transform the state’s education sector, with plans to recruit more teachers to improve the quality of learning across public schools. Soludo stated this  yesterday during the 50th anniversary celebration of Uga Boys Secondary School, his alma mater in Aguata local government area of […]

The Imo State Police Command has revealed that 928 suspects were arrested for various offences including kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism and child trafficking last year. According to the police, nine kidnapped persons and seven stolen children were rescued and reunited with their families. This was made known by the Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, […]

…Receives Membership Card, Meets Party Exco Stakeholders JOS – The Executive Governor of Pla­teau State,Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has formally joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the completion of… The post Plateau: Governor Mutfwang Joins All Progressive Congress appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Abia State governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has urged Nigerians to stop blaming only President Bola Tinubu for the insecurity in the country, maintaining that state governors should also be held accountable for not addressing security challenges in their states. Senator Kalu advised governors across the country to secure their states to end insecurity […]

The Edo State Migration Agency (ESMA) said it has recorded major gains in the fight against human trafficking and illegal migration, disclosing that 30 human trafficking related cases are currently at various stages of trial and investigation in the state. The director-general of ESMA, Lucky Agazuma, made this known on Friday while speaking at an […]

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has extended royal blessings to Nigerians, calling for renewed national unity as the country enters the New Year. The Ooni made the call in a New Year message signed by Mr Moses Olafare, Director, Media and Public Affairs, Ooni’s Palace, on Friday in Ile-Ife, Osun State. […]

 As ransom payments soar into trillions and insecurity drains Nigeria’s economy, the recent US airstrikes on terrorist enclaves in Sokoto and the Federal Government’s deployment of Forest Guards are rekindling… The post Blood Money Economy: How U.S. Bombing In Sokoto,FG’s Forest Guards May Curb Terrorism In 2026 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A pressure group in the Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party operating under the aegis of ‘Professionals in Osun PDP’ has warned the former Ekiti State governor, Ayo Fayose, to stay off the affairs of the party in the state. The call was made in a statement made available to journalists in Osogbo […]

The second edition of the Esan Icons Award 2025, organised by Dave Entertainment International, has been described as a major success, celebrating excellence, leadership, and service across Esanland and the diaspora. The colourful ceremony brought together political leaders, business executives, professionals, youth leaders, and humanitarian figures to honour individuals and organisations whose contributions continue to […]

 The Independent National Elector­al Commission (INEC) has de­bunked the reports circu­lating in some quarters claiming that the Com­mission has released the Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 Gen­eral… The post Timetable Released For 2027 General Elections Fake, Not From Us — INEC appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.