1,000 indigent students in Osun’s Ede/Egbedore/Ejigbo constituency receive free exam forms for UTME and WAEC to support their access to higher education. Read More: https://punchng.com/1000-osun-students-receive-free-utme-waec-forms/

The Independent National Electoral Commission has clarified that results for the February 21, 2026, Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections will not be transmitted in real time, describing reports suggesting otherwise as inaccurate. In a statement on Wednesday, INEC’s Chief Press Secretary, Adedayo Oketola, said the commission’s chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, was misquoted by some Read More: https://punchng.com/no-real-time-transmission-inec-clarifies-results-protocol-for-fct-council-poll/

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya appoints Professor Muazu Shehu as the new Head of Civil Service, succeeding the retired Ahmed Abdullahi. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-gets-new-head-of-service/

A lawmaker, Chinedu Ogah, dismisses false genocide allegations against Ebonyi Gov. Francis Nwifuru, citing his efforts to resolve communal disputes. Read More: https://punchng.com/genocide-allegations-against-ebonyi-gov-false-lawmaker/

The PDP condemns the new Electoral Act amendment, calling it a treachery against the electorate for weakening the electronic transmission of election resul Read More: https://punchng.com/electoral-act-pdp-calls-amendment-direct-act-of-treachery-against-electorate/

Nigerian experts state that AI job creation will surpass losses, urging the nation to develop indigenous AI data and solutions to boost employment. Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-will-not-kill-jobs-but-create-more-experts/

Nigeria’s Minister of Power reveals zero capital release for 2025, yet power sector funding reforms and grid stability were maintained. Learn more. Read More: https://punchng.com/zero-capital-release-in-2025-didnt-stop-power-reforms-adelabu/

Peru faces a severe political crisis as Congress prepares to elect its eighth president in a decade. Learn about the institutional turmoil and corruption. Read More: https://punchng.com/peru-set-for-eight-president-in-10-years/

INEC issues a stern warning against vote buying in the FCT Area Council elections, stating offenders will be arrested and prosecuted by the EFCC and ICPC. Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-warns-against-vote-buying-ahead-fct-poll/

Nigeria’s Amended Electoral Act introduces electronic transmission of results to eliminate manipulation, ensuring every vote counts in future elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/amended-electoral-act-will-ensure-every-vote-counts-says-akpabio/

Enefiok Udo-Obong, Chairman of the Technical Committee for the games, revealed that draws will essentially be for the ball games The post Niger Delta Games: Draws hold in Benin as nine states storm Edo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former England and Manchester United captain, Wayne Rooney, has voiced his doubts regarding the suitability of Liverpool manager Arne Slot, suggesting he lacks the necessary personality to lead the club effectively. Rooney, now 40, believes that Slot faces a significant challenge in proving his worth as the manager, especially with the looming prospect of the […]

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike,  has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,  for promptly Signing the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 into law. In a statement on…

Former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Aishah Ahmad, has been appointed chairman of the Board of Trustees of BJUMP Africa, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s drive toward stronger governance and long-term sustainability. Ahmad, a respected global financial and policy adviser who served as CBN deputy governor from 2018 to […]

Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has said that his ministry achieved 100 per cent performance on salaries and overhead costs in 2025 despite zero capital budget allocation, enabling effective oversight of electricity provision amid funding shortfalls. Speaking during the ministry’s budget defence before the Senate Committee on Power, Adelabu assured lawmakers the federal government […]

The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners has said its partnership with the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas has helped reduce transportation costs by over 30 per cent while expanding its fleet and strengthening mass transit operations across the country. Speaking at the association’s 2026 Annual General Meeting in Abuja, the National President, Yusuf Read More: https://punchng.com/narto-cuts-transport-fares-by-30-through-cng-partnership/

Former Beşiktaş midfielder, Sinan Engin has suggested that Victor Osimhen, Noa Lang, and Gabriel Sara are the three-star players of the match who helped Galatasaray defeat Juventus in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 playoff first leg tie on Tuesday. Osimhen was among the Galatasaray players who gave an impressive display against Juventus. The […] UCL: Osimhen named among three-star players who helped Galatasaray defeat Juventus

Peter Niemeyer, the sporting director of Werder Bremen, has confirmed that Victor Boniface will not be returning to play this season due to a knee injury sustained during training last December. The Nigerian international underwent surgery earlier this year and is currently in the midst of his rehabilitation process. Niemeyer expressed concern over the unpredictability […]

Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo has reaffirmed his administration’s strategic partnership with the Nigerian Army in the ongoing fight against kidnapping and other criminal activities across the state. Okpebholo made The post Kidnapping: Okpebholo says Edo–Military partnership yelding results appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A legal practitioner, Maxwell Opara, has said the passage of the electronic transmission of election results with manual collation retained as a backup, is a technical way to institutionalise electoral fraud. Opara made this statement on Wednesday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television. He was reacting to the passage of the much […] Electoral Act: Pure technical way to institutionalise fraud – Lawyer Maxwell Opara

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday appended his signature to the Electoral Act 2026 (Amendment) Bill, just days after Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) unveiled its 2027 election roadmap. The assent…

‎Gospel music rapper Bukola Folayan, better known as Bouqui, is set to release a new album soon. ‎ ‎The self-styled music artiste, who is celebrating her birthday today, February 18, 2026, announced on her social media page, thanking God for the blessings and for what she has achieved in life. ‎ ‎”Happy Birthday to me!!! […]

Four South African men, reportedly lured into fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine, have returned home following government intervention. Read More: https://punchng.com/four-south-africans-fighting-with-russia-return-home/

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has launched an investigation into Chinese e-commerce platform Temu over allegations that it is selling users’ personal data in violation of the country’s data protection laws. The NDPC said concerns about how the company handles personal information prompted the probe. According to the commission, the issues under review include […] NDPC investigates Temu over alleged sale of Nigerian users’ data

LAGOS  –  Baileys has officially launched two new variants, Baileys Strawberries & Cream and Baileys Salted Caramel, in Nigeria. The flavours were unveiled at an exclusive influencer and media event…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged voters in Abuja to reject the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the upcoming 2026 FCT council elections, describing the polls as a chance for Nigerians to demand change. In a post shared on his social media page, Atiku said he was joined by other ADC leaders, including former […] FCT council election: APC must be voted out – Atiku

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has insisted that he personally witnessed the alleged racist comments directed at his teammate, Vinícius Júnior, by Gianluca Prestianni of Benfica during their UEFA Champions League playoff first leg clash. The Champions League knockout stage match was halted for ten minutes after Vinícius refused to continue playing following the remarks […]

Conversations around Nigeria’s investment climate gained renewed momentum following insights shared at the European Business Chamber Nigeria (Eurocham) Annual Conference and Expo, where business leaders underscored the need for predictable…

The Senate on Wednesday cautioned heads of Federal Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) against habitual lateness to committee engagements, describing the practice as unacceptable during the ongoing budget defence The post Budget defence: Senate warns MDAs against lateness, lauds security chiefs appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Movement for Credible Elections (MCE), alongside civil society groups and organised labour, has rejected the rejected the new Electoral Bill by the National Assembly. In a press statement signed…

The Kano State Hisbah Board has announced a set of restrictions targeting commercial tricycle operators, popularly known as Adaidaita Sahu, during the month of Ramadan. According to a statement issued on Wednesday, the Deputy Commander-General of the board, Mujahid Aminuddeen: “Based on the directives of our Commander-General, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, the board will conduct […] Kano Hisbah Board imposes restrictions on tricycle operators during Ramadan

Over 30 people have been suspected dead as an explosion rocks a mining site at Kampani Zurak, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. The post Scores killed as explosion rocks mining site in Plateau community appeared first on Vanguard News.

Galatasaray's Okan Buruk praises Victor Osimhen's pivotal role in the 5-2 UEFA Champions League victory over Juventus, highlighting his two assists.

A former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Tunde Lemo, has declared his interest in contesting the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State. The seasoned banker explained that his decision was motivated by his desire to expedite grassroots development in the state. He stressed that Ogun State has significant agricultural potential that […] 2027: Ex-CBN deputy governor, Tunde Lemo declares interest in Ogun gubernatorial election

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has formally adopted WorkflowPro as its official platform for the digital submission and management of correspondence. The Commission said the move signals its full transition to a paperless operating environment, aimed at strengthening governance, improving administrative efficiency and standardising records management in line with approved public sector reforms. The […]

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the dead of 11 persons in a road mishap where a gigantic tree fall on two vehicles on 9th Mile-Old Nsukka Road,…