The Federal Government congratulates Funke Akindele as her film ‘Behind the Scenes’ breaks the box office record, becoming the first Nollywood movie to hit Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-hails-funke-akindele-on-box-office-record/

Paul Ibe, aide to Atiku Abubakar, criticizes the Presidency for its lack of transparency regarding President Bola Tinubu’s travel itinerary and return date Read More: https://punchng.com/atikus-aide-questions-presidency-over-tinubus-travel-itinerary/

NNPC Ltd confirms a significant new oil well discovery, the Awodi-07 well, in a joint venture with Chevron, boosting Nigeria’s hydrocarbon reserves. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-confirms-successful-new-oil-well-discovery/

The Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSA) has opened its recruitment portal for safety officers. Find out the requirements and how to apply online Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-neighbourhood-safety-corps-opens-recruitment/

The Anambra State Government has announced that it will begin paying civil servants on a pro-rata basis from February 2026, as part of fresh measures to curb Monday sit-at-home compliance linked to the outlawed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) directive. The policy, which targets workers who stay away from duty on Mondays, is aimed at […]

The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagnemi, SAN, has formally taken over the prosecution of Mike Ozekhome, SAN, in the alleged fraud charges brought against him by ICPC. The post Alleged UK property fraud: AGF takes over Ozekhome’s trial appeared first on Vanguard News.

Evans Ogbonda has confirmed his departure from former Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Rangers, DAILY POST reports. Ogbonda announced his departure in a farewell message to the Flying Antelopes. The left-back expressed gratitude to the club for the unwavering support throughout his stay. He is   expected to join a new club before the end […] NPFL: Ogbonda announces departure from Rangers

The United States military has stepped up material deliveries and intelligence sharing with Nigeria as part of a broader push to counter Islamic State-linked militants across Africa, the deputy commander of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), Lieutenant General John Brennan, has said. Speaking in an interview with AFP on the sidelines of a US–Nigeria security […]

  Almost every day in Nigeria, a new business is opening up. This is why almost everywhere you look, you’re sure to find somebody selling something. Not just in the streets, even online, you will find endless Instagram vendors and WhatsApp marketers. Read more about Business But have you ever wondered why some businesses stick […] This article Why People Don’t Remember Your Business appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Osun State governor, Senator Nurudeen Ademola Adeleke, has demanded the immediate release of over ₦130 billion in statutory allocations withheld from the state’s local government area councils, warning that the action was crippling grassroots governance and inflicting severe hardship on workers and residents across the state. According to a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mallam […]

Activist and social commentator, Mahdi Shehu, has said that democracy in Nigeria has brought more pain than relief to many citizens, stating that from 1999 to date, democracy only means “nothing but a killer pill, a source of pain and death. He accused politicians of greed, deception and deep insensitivity to human suffering. In a […] The post Nigeria’s Democracy From 1999 To Date; Portal For Pain, Inhumanity, Death – Mahdi Shehu appeared first on OsunDefender.

Manchester United striker Bryan Mbeumo and Bournemouth midfielder Amine Adli were among eight African scorers in the Premier League at the weekend. The post African players in Europe: Mbeumo strikes as United stun Arsenal appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  The International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS)  has released its Women’s Africa Best XI for 2025, with five Super Falcons players making the shortlist, Prompt News reports. The players are; Chiamaka Nnadozie, Michelle Alozie, Ashleigh Plumptre , Christy Ucheibe, and Rasheedat Ajibade. IFFHS unveiled the selection on their official [...]

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has stated that the defection of the Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has endeared people of the state to the party. The post Fubara’s defection endeared Rivers people to our party – APC appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Thursday, January 15, 2026, intercepted four live pangolins in Ajilete creeks, Ogun State, in a significant boost to Nigeria’s fight against wildlife trafficking. According to a press release signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Unit, Chief Superintendent of Customs […]

Five Super Falcons players, Chiamaka Nnadozie, Michelle Alozie, Ashleigh Plumptre, Christy Ucheibe and Rasheedat Ajibade have been named in the International Federation of Football History and Statistics, IFFHS, Women’s Africa Best XI for 2025, DAILY POST reports. The selection was published on the IFHS official website. Nnadozie, Alozie, Plumptre and Ajibade were key parts of […] Super Falcons dominate IFFHS Africa 2025 Best XI

Media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has questioned what he described as a growing trend by the Presidency of not disclosing the return dates of President Bola Tinubu’s foreign trips. DAILY POST earlier report that President Tinubu departed Abuja on Sunday, January 26, 2026, for a state visit to the Republic […] Turkey trip: Atiku’s aide raises alarm over Presidency’s silence on Tinubu’s return date

Destiny Boy's uncle mourned him at his burial, disclosed troubling claims about the singer's final moments under a native doctor's care amid money ritual rumours.

Nollywood actor Muyiwa Ademola celebrates 55th birthday, sharing how God changed his story from not having a silver spoon to being blessed with a golden one

A viral video features Hellen Ati's live chat with a man claiming to be Calvin Bassey's father, revealing family rifts and mixed reactions from Nigerians.

Nigeria’s first-class monarchs preserved tradition, promoted unity, and influenced politics, culture, and community life across diverse regions as of 2026.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has foiled an armed robbery attack in the Kado area of Abuja, arresting one suspect and recovering weapons and other incriminating exhibits. According to a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Josephine Adeh, the incident occurred on Friday, January 23, 2026, at […]

I have told this story before. But it bears re-telling in the current circumstances. More than 30 years ago, a friend was involved in a car accident. He was driving back home in the wee hours of the morning, after an all-night party. No one quite knows what happened, but the accident was dreadful enough […] The post The conspiracies that shape the African mind, By Uddin Ifeanyi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Anambra State Indigenes Living in Enugu have explained why they continue to hold former Governor of the old Anambra State, Senator Jim Nwobodo, in high esteem more than four decades after his administration, attributing it to what they described as his pragmatic, inclusive and non-discriminatory style of governance. The post Why we still pay homage to Nwobodo 43 years after — Anambra indigenes in Enugu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has criticised the federal government led by President Bola Tinubu, noting that the administration fell short of people’s expectations. This was, as he said, the current All Progressives Congress APC administration has performed worse than he and others expected, especially in the areas of security and governance. Speaking on […] The post Nigeria Fared Worse Under Tinubu – El-Rufai appeared first on OsunDefender.

Abia State begins a major college reconstruction project at the College of Health Sciences in Aba, demolishing 70-year-old structures for a new campus. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-begins-demolition-reconstruction-of-college-of-health-sciences/

The honour is in recognition of Mr Wale Tinubu’s contributions to enterprise-building, energy sector transformation, and national development. The post UNILAG confers honorary doctorate degree on Oando GCE, Wale Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Kano Government House has begun early preparations to receive its occupant, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, into the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), with party flags and colours prominently displayed across the premises. Areas previously adorned with the flags of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) have since been replaced with APC insignia, signalling the […] Kano Government House prepares for Governor Yusuf’s formal defection to APC

The Benue State Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in National Assembly has declared its intention to secure an additional one million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election, hinging its strategy on the party’s ongoing e-registration and revalidation exercise to expand its membership base across the state. The caucus made […]

A young Nigerian lady who recently burst into tears over lack of a job has gone viral again after popular businessman Blord offered her a position at his company.

The Osun State House of Assembly has dismissed reports that it was plotting to rotate the chairmanship among traditional rulers in Osun State. Speaker of the Assembly, Hon. Adewale Egbedun, said the allegation that the house received and authorised a letter concerning the rotation of chairmanship among traditional rulers in Osun State was false and […] The post Osun Assembly Dismisses Plot To Rotate Chairmanship Among Traditional Rulers appeared first on OsunDefender.

  If you live in Nigeria, you’ve probably noticed how fast the value of the naira changes. One month, a dollar is ₦1,300. A few weeks later, it’s ₦1,500 or more. This constant fluctuation has made many people wonder whether it still makes sense to keep savings in naira. You may have heard someone ask […] This article Should You Save in Naira or Dollars? Here’s What You Need to Know appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

As her business grew beyond her husband's income, jealousy turned into accusations of witchcraft and control. She had to fight to protect her work and independence.

“Even if United win every game until the end of the season, I still wouldn’t give him the job. I wouldn’t be convinced he’s the man for it.” The post ‘Carrick is not the right man for Man United’, says Keane appeared first on Vanguard News.

On January 21, 2026, a video clip of Nigerian preacher Pastor Funke Felix-Adejumo went viral across social media platforms, setting off a wave of reactions from celebrities, Christians and netizens. The short excerpt taken from a longer church sermon quickly became the centre of an online debate about how Christians handle the mistakes of fellow […] The post Pastor Funke Adejumo’s viral clip & netizens rush to react: What was heard vs what was said appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

In a world where access to knowledge is both a privilege and a compass, a silent migration unfolds. It is not measured by passports or visas alone but by the corridors of power and opportunity that follow. Joaquin Wike moves through the storied halls of Queen Mary University in London carrying a name that resonates […] The post Recent Surge in Foreign Degrees Among Politicians’ Children: Implications for Nigerian Leadership appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.