Goodluck Jonathan explains why he returned on an Ivorian jet after Guinea-Bissau’s unrest, thanking Presidents Tinubu and Ouattara for their efforts. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-i-returned-to-nigeria-on-ivorian-jet-jonathan/

The Court of Appeal has reserved judgment in the Senate suspension dispute between Godswill Akpabio and Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her suspension. Read More: https://punchng.com/acourt-reserves-judgment-in-akpabio-akpoti-uduaghan-senate-suspension-dispute/

Former minister Chris Ngige narrates the details of an attack on his convoy in Anambra, where a policeman was shot and a woman was tragically killed. Read More: https://punchng.com/ngige-recounts-attack-on-convoy-by-gunmen-says-im-alive/

Consultant to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Aloy Ejimakor, on Friday explained why the agitator’s legal team blocked his trial. Ejimakor said the same reason Kanu’s legal team blocked his trial was why the Biafra agitator had insisted that Justice James Omotosho of the Abuja Federal High Court should “show […] Real reasons we blocked Nnamdi Kanu’s trial when I was lead counsel – Ejimakor

A well-known bandit commander, Isiya Kwashen Garwa, has released 37 people who were abducted during recent attacks on villages in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State. The freed hostages, made up of men and women seized in raids around communities on the Bakori–Funtua axis, regained their freedom on Wednesday after spending several days in […] Bandit commander frees 37 hostages in Katsina

Nigeria’s Armed Forces have intensified their nationwide offensive against terrorists, bandits, kidnappers and oil thieves, killing scores of criminals, arresting 53 suspects and rescuing 36 kidnapped victims in major operations conducted between November 17 and 26, 2025. The post Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 53, rescue 36 victims in nationwide operations — Military appeared first on Vanguard News.

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola(left) addressing the IMO General Assembly in London on Friday Nigeria recorded a historic victory on Friday, November 28, 2025, as the… The post 14 Years After, Oyetola Leads Nigeria To Landmark Election Victory Into IMO Council appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former VP Atiku Abubakar joins mourners for the funeral of renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, describing him as a spiritual colossus. Read More: https://punchng.com/he-was-a-spiritual-colossus-atiku-mourns-islamic-scholar-sheikh-dahiru-bauchi/

CEO of PaidHR, Seye Bandele has shared insights with startup founders on how to identify the best clients and partners, while highlighting curiosity as a key driver of innovation and growth. The post ‘A game of numbers’, Seye Bandele shares blueprint for scaling at Africa Startup Festival 2025 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan describes the recent Guinea-Bissau coup as ‘ceremonial,’ questioning its legitimacy and urging respect for democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/guinea-bissau-military-takeover-is-ceremonial-coup-jonathan/

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) in collaboration with Hedgerow Oil & Gas today held the grand finale and certificate issuance ceremony for 50 participants in the Community… The post NCDMB And Hedgerow Oil & Gas Celebrate 50 Youths Trained In Baking And Confectionery appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Gov. Mimiko calls for increased investment in health and education, stating that ill-health and illiteracy are hindering Nigeria’s development. Read More: https://punchng.com/mimiko-seeks-greater-investment-in-health-education/

Edo State Police are investigating the alleged abduction of a couple in Aviele after a video of the incident went viral on social media. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-hunt-abductors-of-edo-couple/

…Recommends One Egg, One Child Per Day In School Feeding AKURE – Dr Olusegun Mimiko, a former governor of Ondo State, has called on government at all levels to embark… The post Mimiko Calls For Massive Public Investment In Health, Education appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has said Chelsea deserve to be in the Premier League title race. Arteta stated this during his Friday press conference, ahead of their trip to Stamford Bridge on Sunday. The Gunners go into the London Derby six points clear of the Blues and victory could see them open a nine-point gap […] EPL: Arteta names team that deserve to be in title race

Matawalle added that AFRIDEX 2026 would provide a major platform for promoting local manufacturers, encouraging technology transfer and reducing dependence on foreign imports. The post Nigeria committed to boosting local production of defence equipment — Matawalle appeared first on Vanguard News.

The new military leader of Guinea-Bissau appointed an ally of the ousted president as prime minister on Friday, as international criticism grew of this week's coup. The post Guinea-Bissau junta consolidates power as condemnation of coup spreads appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

LOKOJA – Former Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has described Nigeria as the worst country for childbirth, pointing out that as many as seven expectant mothers die in every… The post Nigeria Worst Country For Childbirth – Mimiko appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Edo State Government debunks reports linking a Government House police officer to intercepted firearms, clarifying the officer’s actual posting. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-govt-house-police-officer-linked-to-intercepted-firearms-edo/

The SGF reaffirms President Tinubu’s commitment to ending insecurity in Nigeria, calling for unity and international cooperation to tackle challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-committed-to-ending-insecurity-sgf-assures-bishops/

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar (UNICAL), Prof. Florence Obi, has warned newly admitted students to steer clear of anti-social behaviours as they begin their academic journey in the institution. Addressing the 12,800 matriculants during the university’s 48th Matriculation The post UNICAL VC warns 12,800 freshmen against cultism, drug abuse appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

According to him, if the Federal Government could invest more on our local engineers, we would be saving the country billions of dollars.

The Nigerian government clarifies its new tax reforms are designed to ease financial burdens through exemptions and lower taxes, not add to them. Read More: https://punchng.com/tax-reforms-meant-to-ease-burden-not-add-pain-fg/

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately release 27 houses wrongly seized by the commission. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik issued the order while giving judgment in a suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/348/2025 filed The post Court orders release of 27 houses seized by EFCC appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

There was a time when most betting sites looked questionable: unclear betting odds, confusing payouts, and no real sense of how anything worked. Now the situation is better. Nowadays, platforms like bizbet come with upfront rules and fair systems. Unfortunately, numerous bettors make the same mistakes, particularly beginners. The post How to Avoid Common Pitfalls in Betting with Bizbet appeared first on Vanguard News.

Labels illiteracy and ill health as twin alliances against development Says reforms are not helping human development Former Governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has reiterated the call for an increase in public spending on health and education, emphasising The post Mimiko urges increased funding for health, education appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has said that proficiency in local languages will enable personnel of the Nigerian Army to adequately communicate and gather intelligence, thereby boosting their ability to counter and react to threats. The post Army graduates 152 soldiers in indigenous language appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Nigerian Army has approved the promotion of 105 senior officers to the ranks of Major General and Brigadier General, according to a statement released on Friday. The announcement was made in a statement signed by Lt.-Col. Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations. She said the Army Council reached the decision on Thursday. […] Army promotes 105 senior officers to new ranks

A Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has sentenced a 400-level Petrochemical Engineering student of the University of Port Harcourt, Damian Okoligwe, to death by hanging for the murder of his girlfriend, Justina Otuene, a 300-level Biochemistry student of the same university. Okoligwe, 26, was convicted for killing Justina in October 2023 at his [...]

A former federal lawmaker, Shehu Sani, has described as a welcome development the move by President Donald Trump of the United States of America to stop third-world countries from relocating to the country. Trump had recently declared that his administration will “permanently pause” immigration from all so-called Third World countries, including Nigeria. He made the […] ‘Welcome development’ – Shehu Sani backs Trump’s ban on Nigerian immigration to US

The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating power sector reforms and expenditure from 2007 to 2024, has frowned at the continued refusal of key government agencies and private sector operators to appear before it or submit requested documents. At its resumed investigative hearing on Friday, the committee’s chairman, Hon. Ibrahim Almustapha Aliyu, said members had […]

ONITSHA – The inauguration of HUATING, a Chinese-owned restaurant in Awka, Anambra State capital, has been widely hailed as a clear sign of Anambra State’s strengthened security environment and renewed… The post New Chinese Restaurant Opens In Awka As Security Gains Boost Investor Confidence appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

November 28, (THEWILL) — Former President Goodluck Jonathan has dismissed the purported coup in Guinea-Bissau as an orchestrated political drama initiated by President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, insisting that the incident does not fit the character of a genuine military takeover. Speaking to journalists on his arrival in Nigeria after observing the electoral process in Guinea-Bissau, […] The post Ceremonial Coup Claim: Jonathan Says Embaló Orchestrated Guinea-Bissau Coup Himself, Thanks Presidents Tinubu, Ouattara, Clarifies Exit Arrangements appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately release 27 houses that were wrongly seized by the agency. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik gave the order while delivering judgment in a case marked FHC/ABJ/CS/348/2025, which was filed by the EFCC itself. According to the News Agency of Nigeria […] Court orders EFCC to return 27 houses seized in error

BIRNIN-KEBBI – The Emir of Zuru, Alhaji Muhammad Sanusi Mika’ilu Sami, Gomo lll, has expressed profound gratitude to Allah and praised Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris for the rescue of… The post Maga Schoolgirls Rescue: Emir Of Zuru Salutes Gov Idris’ Resilience appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

“This is an investment in people aimed at empowering them with advanced AI skills and ensuring a safe digital space to operate" The post Google announces N3bn fund for AI skills, digital safety in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.