Naija News Feed
News & Politics
Nigerians knock Primate Ayodele after Lookman defies bad-luck prophecy
Nigerians knock cleric Primate Ayodele after his bad-luck prophecy on Ademola Lookman failed, as the footballer scored the winning goal for Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerians-knock-primate-ayodele-after-lookman-defies-bad-luck-prophecy/
The Punch -
LP crisis: Abure warns Otti, others against parallel convention
The Labour Party crisis deepens as the Julius Abure-led NWC warns Gov. Alex Otti against plans for a parallel national convention, citing anti-party activi Read More: https://punchng.com/lp-crisis-abure-warns-otti-others-against-parallel-convention/
The Punch -
House begins tax law probe, Ndume pushes for suspension
Nigeria’s House of Representatives is investigating alleged alterations in tax laws, as Senator Ali Ndume urges President Tinubu to suspend implementation. Read More: https://punchng.com/house-begins-tax-law-probe-ndume-pushes-for-suspension/
The Punch -
Awujale: KWAM1 withdrew case to fine-tune legal strategy, says lawyer
Fuji star KWAM1 withdraws his Awujale suit over the selection process. His lawyer says it’s a tactical move to fine-tune their legal strategy. Read More: https://punchng.com/awujale-kwam1-withdrew-case-to-fine-tune-legal-strategy-says-lawyer/
The Punch -
Christmas messages: Tinubu, govs preach unity, NLC rejects unfair taxation
Read the 2025 Nigerian Christmas messages from President Tinubu and governors, who preach unity. The NLC addresses economic hardship and tax justice. Read More: https://punchng.com/christmas-messages-tinubu-govs-preach-unity-nlc-rejects-unfair-taxation/
The Punch -
MDAs underfunded by N15tn in three years
Discover how severe MDA underfunding, reaching a N15tn gap in 3 years, is stalling Nigeria’s development. See how rising debt service cripples capital proj Read More: https://punchng.com/mdas-underfunded-by-n15tn-in-three-years/
The Punch -
Christmas: CAN urges security consciousness, Kukah decries killings
Amid ongoing violence, Nigerian Christian leaders call for heightened Christmas security. CAN urges vigilance, while Bishop Kukah decries the nation’s kill Read More: https://punchng.com/christmas-can-urges-security-consciousness-kukah-decries-killings/
The Punch -
Okpebholo delivering life-changing projects – Edo Assembly
Edo State Assembly praises Governor Monday Okpebholo’s life-changing projects, including new flyovers and roads, calling the progress unprecedented. Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-delivering-life-changing-projects-edo-assembly/
The Punch -
C’River security better under Otu, ex-lawmaker says
A former lawmaker commends Governor Bassey Otu for significantly improving Cross River security, citing enhanced safety and infrastructure development in t Read More: https://punchng.com/criver-security-better-under-otu-ex-lawmaker-says/
The Punch -
FULL LIST: AFCON first round player of the match winners
See the full list of AFCON player of the match winners from the first round. Discover the standout performers who earned MOTM honours for their countries. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-afcon-first-round-player-of-the-match-winners/
The Punch -
Ogun urges proper waste management during festivities
Ogun State government calls on residents to ensure proper waste management for a clean and healthy environment during the Yuletide festivities. Learn more Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-urges-proper-waste-management-during-festivities/
The Punch -
Lokpobiri seeks digital skills training for civil servants
Nigeria’s Petroleum Minister calls for digital skills training for civil servants to ensure the success of the government’s digitalization initiative. Read More: https://punchng.com/lokpobiri-seeks-digital-skills-training-for-civil-servants/
The Punch -
 
 
Ogun hails OGSTEP for boosting economy
The Ogun State Head of Service commends the OGSTEP initiative for revitalizing and strengthening the state’s development pillars, boosting the economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-hails-ogstep-for-boosting-economy/
The Punch -
Four killed, 14 injured in Borno mosque bombing
A bomb explosion at Al-Adum Jumaat Mosque in Borno State killed at least four people and injured 14 others during evening prayers. Investigations are ongoi Read More: https://punchng.com/four-killed-14-injured-in-borno-mosque-bombing/
The Punch -
Makinde, Wike’s aides trade insults over principals’ wealth, achievements
Aides to Gov. Seyi Makinde and Minister Nyesom Wike trade insults after Wike’s aide questions Makinde’s early business wealth. The Makinde Wike clash heats Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-wikes-aides-trade-insults-over-principals-wealth-achievements/
The Punch -
Over 1,300 A’Ibom residents benefit from medical outreach
Over 1,300 residents receive free medical treatment and health education during a medical outreach organized by Champion Breweries in Akwa Ibom. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-1300-aibom-residents-benefit-from-medical-outreach/
The Punch -
2027: Tinubu inaugurates APC conflict resolution panel
President Tinubu launches an APC conflict resolution panel led by Gov. Buni to address internal disputes and strengthen the party for the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-tinubu-inaugurates-apc-conflict-resolution-panel/
The Punch -
Fidelity Bank donates to Ikoyi fire service station
Fidelity Bank donates essential firefighting equipment to the Ikoyi Fire Service Station, reinforcing its commitment to community and public safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/fidelity-bank-donates-to-ikoyi-fire-service-station/
The Punch -
Stakeholders move to boost cocoa production in C’River
Stakeholders in Cross River State are collaborating to boost cocoa production and processing through the Special Agro-industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) pro Read More: https://punchng.com/stakeholders-move-to-boost-cocoa-production-in-criver/
The Punch -
Osun Assembly raises 2026 budget, Jigawa, C’River govs sign bills
Osun Assembly raises its 2026 budget, while Jigawa and Cross River governors sign their state budgets 2026 into law, focusing on economic transformation. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-assembly-raises-2026-budget-jigawa-criver-govs-sign-bills/
The Punch -
Christmas: Banks advise customers to use digital platforms
Nigerian banks announce Christmas banking hours for 2025, advising customers to use digital platforms as branches close for the holiday. Read More: https://punchng.com/christmas-banks-advise-customers-to-use-digital-platforms/
The Punch -
IMPI defends 14% inflation forecast
Think tank IMPI defends its 14% inflation forecast, citing data-driven analysis of economic reforms and a predictive regression model for its outlook. Read More: https://punchng.com/impi-defends-14-inflation-forecast/
The Punch -
New NUPRC boss vows oil production growth, transparency
The new NUPRC Chief Executive, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, pledges to boost oil production, reignite investment, and enhance transparency in Nigeria’s upstream se Read More: https://punchng.com/new-nuprc-boss-vows-oil-production-growth-transparency/
The Punch -
FirstBank ATMs to now accept int’l cards
FirstBank now accepts international cards at its ATMs across Nigeria, complying with a recent CBN directive. Easily withdraw cash with foreign-issued cards Read More: https://punchng.com/firstbank-atms-to-now-accept-intl-cards/
The Punch -
 
 
UK APC caucus swears in new exco
The UK APC caucus for Lagos State has sworn in new executives in London, reaffirming commitment to President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-apc-caucus-swears-in-new-exco/
The Punch -
Gombe ECWA boycotts CAN Christmas rally, alleges exclusion
Gombe ECWA boycotts the 2025 CAN Christmas rally, citing years of alleged marginalization, lack of inclusiveness, and leadership failures. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-ecwa-boycotts-can-christmas-rally-alleges-exclusion/
The Punch -
Malami laments continued detention as EFCC plans arraignment
Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami decries his continued EFCC detention despite a court bail order, as the agency prepares to arraign him for money laundering. Read More: https://punchng.com/malami-laments-continued-detention-as-efcc-plans-arraignment/
The Punch -
Afrinvest projects naira at N1,431.06/$ in 2026
Afrinvest’s 2026 outlook projects the naira at N1,431.06/$. Discover the key factors and assumptions behind this naira projection and its economic impact. Read More: https://punchng.com/afrinvest-projects-naira-at-n1431-06-in-2026/
The Punch -
Forum raises community awareness on cholera prevention
A Bayelsa NGO forum is educating communities on cholera prevention through hygiene, sanitation, and safe water practices to curb waterborne diseases. Read More: https://punchng.com/forum-raises-community-awareness-on-cholera-prevention/
The Punch -
Gombe gov wishes Christians joyful Christmas, urges peace, harmony
Gombe Governor Muhammadu Yahaya shares a Christmas message, urging Christians to embrace peace, love, and harmony for the state’s continued progress. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-gov-wishes-christians-joyful-christmas-urges-peace-harmony/
The Punch -
Yuletide: ACF prays for peace, better times in Nigeria
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) prays for peace and economic recovery in Nigeria, extending Christmas and New Year goodwill messages to Christians. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-acf-prays-for-peace-better-times-in-nigeria/
The Punch -
Borno gov condemns bomb attack on mosque, mourns victims
Borno Governor Zulum condemns a suicide bomb attack at a Maiduguri mosque that killed 5 and injured 35, calling for heightened security measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-gov-condemns-bomb-attack-on-mosque-mourns-victims/
The Punch -
LG Financial Autonomy: Refusing To Enforce S/Court Judgement, Direct Breach Of Constitution, Atiku Tells Tinubu 
LAGOS – Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has told President Bola Tinubu that deliberating refusing to enforce the Supreme Court Judgement on financial autonomy of local government is a direct… The post LG Financial Autonomy: Refusing To Enforce S/Court Judgement, Direct Breach Of Constitution, Atiku Tells Tinubu  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
Independent Newspapers -
AFCON 2025: Cameroon beat Gabon 1-0
Cameroon secured a 1-0 victory over Gabon in their AFCON 2025 match, thanks to an early goal from Spain-based striker Karl Etta Eyong. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-cameroon-beat-gabon-1-0/
The Punch -
Atiku Extends Christmas Felicitations, Calls For Reflection, Peace, National Renewal
LAGOS – Commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, as Christians across the world mark Christmas, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has called on Nigerians to embrace peace, unity, and love… The post Atiku Extends Christmas Felicitations, Calls For Reflection, Peace, National Renewal appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
Independent Newspapers -
Court orders EFCC to produce Bauchi finance commissioner for money laundering trial
The court issued the order after the EFCC failed, for the second time, to present Mr Adamu, a former Polaris Bank manager, for arraignment on six counts of alleged N4.6 billion money laundering. The post Court orders EFCC to produce Bauchi finance commissioner for money laundering trial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Premium Times NG -