Abia State Governor Alex Otti expresses readiness for an Abia-Delaware partnership to boost economic growth, focusing on education, healthcare, and jobs. Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-seeks-economic-partnership-with-us-gov/

The Dangote Refinery has cut its petrol price to ₦699 per litre and introduced a 10-day credit facility for marketers buying over 500,000 litres. Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-refinery-unveils-10-day-credit-for-marketers-as-petrol-price-drops/

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, has attributed the recent reduction in petrol prices by the Dangote Refinery to the oil sector reforms introduced by the current administration. Dare made the assertion while insisting that President Tinubu’s reforms in the oil sector are already yielding benefits for Nigerians. […] Dangote massive fuel price reduction dividends of Tinubu’s reforms – Presidential aide, Dare

Former Chelsea player, Chris Sutton has predicted the Premier League match-day 15 fixtures. Chelsea is set to host Everton at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League on Saturday evening, while Liverpool takes on Brighton. Later that night, Arsenal will battle Wolves at the Emirates Stadium, and Crystal Palace will go up against Manchester City on […] EPL: Sutton predicts Chelsea vs Everton, Man Utd, Arsenal fixtures

Former Nigeria international, Ogenyi Onazi believes the Super Eagles have the quality to win a fourth  title at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. There are doubts on how far the team will go in Morocco following their failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Head coach Eric Chelle also […] AFCON 2025: Onazi backs Super Eagles to win fourth title in Morocco 

A non-partisan group, the North-West Women Development Forum (NWDF), has asked notorious bandit leader Bello Turji to lay down his arms and embrace peace, in line with the Nigerian military’s non-violent approach to ending the conflict. The group also praised the Armed Forces of Nigeria for killing Turji’s top aide, Kallamu Buzu, during an operation […] Surrender now – Northern women tell Bello Turji after death of Buzu, others 

The organising committee for the Abia Soccer Fest, ASF, has announced it has discovered fifty young talents across the State from the recently completed Phase One of grassroots football tournament in the State. Speaking at a press conference in Umuahia, Abia State Commissioner for local government and chieftaincy affairs, Uzor Nwachukwu, said the joint initiative […] Abia discovers 50 future stars for Nigerian League, Super Eagles

Coups and bandits are all the rage these days. Just the other day, December 7 to be exact, there was the hot news that soldiers of neighbouring Benin Republic The post Manufacturers of coups and bandits    appeared first on Vanguard News.

Dr Zacch Adedeji, the Executive Chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), has revealed that 95 per cent of Nigerians will pay no tax under the new tax regime.

Benin’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Olushegun Adjadi Bakari said about 200 West African soldiers, mostly from Nigeria and Ivory Coast, were sent to Benin to support the government after a failed coup on Sunday. The coup attempt collapsed after Nigeria sent fighter jets, which forced the rebel soldiers out of a military base and the state […] 200 soldiers from Nigeria, other countries arrive Benin for cleanup after failed coup

It was a tragic night on Friday, December 12, when the first northern professor of education, Adamu Baikie, died. He was a vice chancellor at several universities

PalmPay, Nigeria’s leading digital banking platform, has renewed its commitment to deepening financial inclusion across the country. At the CeBIH Annual Conference 2025, themed “Reimagining Financial Inclusion through Cultural Shifts… The post PalmPay’s MD Chika Nwosu Calls For Deeper Financial Inclusion At CeBIH Annual Conference 2025 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Yobe State wins $1.2M, topping national rankings in the Primary Healthcare Leadership Challenge for its exceptional commitment to grassroots healthcare. Read More: https://punchng.com/phcs-yobe-tops-national-rankings-wins-1-2m-as-govs-boost-healthcare-budgets/

The Kano State Government has banned a group operating under the name Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi, declaring it illegal and a threat to public order. The ban followed an Executive Order signed by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, invoking his constitutional powers to preserve public peace and ensure the enforcement of state laws. Confirming the development on [...]

Kano state government had banned the Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi group, ordered security agencies to act, and warned residents against affiliation.

The Kano State Government has issued an Executive Order banning a group called ‘Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi,’ describing it as illegal and dangerous. Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi-Waiyya, confirmed this on Friday, saying the order was signed by Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf. He said the order was issued under the governor’s constitutional powers to […] The post Kano bans parallel Hisbah group appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has dismissed reports alleging negligence in the handling of the absence of a cadet, Stephen Gani, describing the claims as misleading and inaccurate. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the Academy Public Relations Officer, Major Reuben Kovangiya, the institution said the online reports failed to present the [...]

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested a 35-year-old man identified as Sahabi Rabi’u for allegedly killing a nursing mother and her 10-month-old baby in Sheme village, Faskari Local Government Area. Police spokesperson, Abubakar Aliyu, confirmed the arrest in a statement which revealed the suspect confessed to committing the crime alongside an accomplice who is […] Man arrested for allegedly killing mother, baby over paternity dispute in Katsina

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has appealed to members of the public to assist in identifying a teenage boy believed to have been knocked down in a hit-and-run accident in Abuja. The victim, estimated to be between 12 and 15 years old, was reportedly hit by a vehicle near the Apo Roundabout transformer [...]

Sandra Areh’s viral birthday video has sparked mixed reactions, featuring an intense prayer session following rumours of her relationship with Apostle Selman.

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) clarifies its response to a missing cadet, stating it followed all procedures after Stephen Gani’s disappearance. Read More: https://punchng.com/nda-denies-negligence-in-case-of-missing-cadet/

Women who have fought their way to the top of the male-dominated wine sommelier world say their profession is becoming less sexist and more open -- even if men continue to win all the prizes.

Victor Boniface will miss Werder Bremen’s Bundesliga clash against Stuttgart due to a knee injury, the German club has confirmed in a press conference.

50 Cent’s Netflix documentary series 'Sean Combs: The Reckoning' has placed Sean “Diddy” Combs under intense scrutiny, revisiting his role in the turbulent 1990s hip hop scene and reigniting public questions about the unsolved murders of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. The post 50 Cent’s ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning” deepens Diddy’s legal woes appeared first on Vanguard News.

A woman, Muibat, has dragged her husband, Alli, before Grade A Customary Court sitting at Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, seeking that it dissolve their wedlock on the grounds that he was irresponsible, a drunk, gambler and in habit of threatening his life. Muibat stated that Alli constantly neglected her and their only child and failed […]

Acclaimed actress and gospel minister Anita Joseph is known for flaunting her voluptuous figure on social media, often referring to herself as the “Most Natural Curvy girl in Nollywood.” The post Is Anita Joseph really Nollywood ‘Most Natural Curvy Actress? appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Sunday Apah The Executive Chairman of Ughelli South Local Government Council, Olorogun Dr. Lucky Avweromre, has donated new desks to Eghereka Primary School in Ewu-Otor. The donation was prompted… The post Ughelli South Council Chairman Donates Desks To Eghereka Primary School In Ewu appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The NYSC is overhauling its Skill Acquisition programme, adding AI and app development to its curriculum to combat youth unemployment in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/nysc-adds-ai-app-development-to-revamped-skill-acquisition-programme/

WhatsApp has rolled out a new suite of features ahead of the holiday season, unveiling updates across

Democrats release new Epstein photos showing Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, and others, raising more questions about his ties to powerful figures. Read More: https://punchng.com/democrats-release-new-epstein-photos-showing-trump-clinton-others/

Uncle Sam Amuka (USA) Exhibition in Lagos, which promises to showcase some of the country’s most brilliant artistic talents The post Art Maestro, Fidelis Atumah to feature in Uncle Sam Amuka exhibition appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Sunday Apah Key All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders from Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State, on Friday gathered at the country home of Ughelli North LGA Chairman, Olorogun… The post 2027: Ughelli North APC Leaders Pledge To Secure Victory For Tinubu, Oborevwori, All Party Candidates in 2027 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A charity event in Switzerland attempted a Guinness World Record by assembling a mural from 300,000 Lego bricks. The mural, which measures nearly 79 feet long and more than 6… The post World’s Largest Lego Mural Assembled In Switzerland appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigeria’s rising fencing talents, Mahadi and Mahathir Idongesit, will be among the 60 competitors at this weekend’s International Fencing Federation (FIE) Junior Epee World Cup in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Originally slated The post Idongesit brothers to attend Fencing Junior World Cup appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

By Juliet Oyoyo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to placing young Nigerians at the centre of national development, declaring that the youth “will not be… The post FG Reaffirms Commitment To Youth Empowerment appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Members of a Pittsburgh-area organized a world record attempt that involved the baking of 83,427 total cookies for a massive exchange. The attempt was to hold the world’s largest cookie… The post 83,427 Cookies Baked For World Record Attempt In Pittsburgh appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.