A Catholic priest recounts the deadly Owo massacre in court, describing the church bombing and shootings that killed over 40 worshippers in 2022. Read More: https://punchng.com/owo-massacre-catholic-priest-recounts-church-bombing-shootings-in-court/

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang meets with the Minister of Defence to discuss new strategies and collaboration for tackling Plateau insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-plateau-gov-meets-defence-minister-seeks-collaboration/

Workers in Edo State’s Etsako West LGA stage a salary arrears protest, locking the council gate to demand payment for arrears from previous administrations Read More: https://punchng.com/salary-arrears-protesting-workers-shut-edo-lg-secretariat/

The Nigerian government has secured over N6bn in private sector funding to expand the 3MTT programme, aiming to train 3 million citizens in tech skills. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-secures-over-n6bn-private-sector-funding-to-expand-3mtt-nationwide/

Nigeria’s timely intervention played a critical role in averting a potentially devastating bloodbath during a recent coup attempt in Benin, according to the country’s Foreign Minister, Olushegun Bakari. Addressing the press in Abuja on Thursday, Bakari thanked Nigeria and other nations of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for their swift response to Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-intervention-averted-bloodshed-in-benin-coup-attempt-minister/

President Tinubu’s administration is building a digital workforce through the 3MTT programme to drive Nigeria’s growth and a trillion-dollar economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/digital-workforce-will-power-nigerias-next-chapter-tinubu/

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three young men for allegedly staging a fake kidnap incident aimed at extorting money from a family member. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, the case was first reported to the Special Anti-Kidnapping Squad after information spread [...]

Despite the controversies surrounding some nominees, Senate Committee on Foreign Affars,did not subject them to questioning, but instead asked them to “take a bow and go.” The post Ambassadorial Appointment: Senate panel screens ex-INEC chair Mahmood Yakubu, Fani-Kayode, Omokri, ex-governors, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Nigerian government commits to sustainable and inclusive family planning, ensuring equitable healthcare services for people with disabilities. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-reaffirms-commitment-to-inclusive-family-planning/

By Progress Godfrey, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that the nationwide impact of the Three Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme shows Nigeria can achieve its $1 trillion economy target by increasing productivity and training a skilled workforce. Speaking through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Senator George Akume, at the […] The post Impact of 3MTT proves Nigeria can build $1tn economy — Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Torkwase Nyiekaa Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, PhD, CFR, has called for deeper collaboration with the U.S. State of Delaware to support Nigeria’s ongoing… The post Kalu Engages Delaware Delegation On Constitutional, Social Reforms appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA– The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has taken over the prosecution of an Abuja-based lawyer, Ahmed Abdulrahman, and four others accused of cyberbullying a serving Senator, Shehu Umar. Other defendants in the charge that was brought before the court by the Inspector General […] The post Alleged Cyberbullying: AGF takes over trial of Abuja lawyer, 4 others appeared first on Vanguard News.

Finchglow Holdings is positioning itself as a pivotal player in shaping Africa’s aviation future, and its next big move may come from an unexpected corner of the industry: aviation training.… The post Finchglow Eyes West African Expansion as GMD Calls for Lower Aviation Charges, Stronger Data Systems appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

An angry passenger was arrested after destroying laptops following a United Nigeria Airlines flight cancellation caused by a bird strike. Read More: https://punchng.com/angry-passenger-arrested-for-destroying-laptops-over-flight-cancellation/

Mr Ekpo said the platform will pave the way for smooth natural gas business, transparent pricing, efficient price determination, and secure payment mechanisms. The post Nigeria launches Africa’s first gas trading platform to unlock potential appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has sent an important messge to Senators Ali Ndume, Admas Oshiomhole and others after he was confirmed an ambassador.

They had argued among others that the freezing order was obstructing governance at local government level across Osun State, and that leaving the order in place would...

By Favour Ulebor, Abuja Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, and his Beninese counterpart, Olushegun Adjadi Bakari, have revealed how quick coordination between Abuja and Cotonou helped stop the attempted coup in Benin before it could take hold. Speaking at an ECOWAS ministerial briefing in Abuja, the ministers explained that fast diplomatic, military, and […] The post Cross-Border coordination contributed to foiling Benin Coup — Ministers appeared first on Vanguard News.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley is nearing his return from the ankle and hand injury that threatened his involvement at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos State has successfully concluded its 2026 Fiscal Year Budget Retreat on 8th and 9th December 2025, a two-day exercise aimed at enhancing strategic planning… The post Ikorodu LGA Holds 2026 Budget Retreat Focused On Strategic Planning appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The African Creators Summit (ACS), Africa’s premier gathering for digital creators and creative industry leaders, is proud to officially unveil the theme for its 2026 edition: “Africa Trades its SWAG.”… The post African Creators Summit 3.0 Set To Hold January  29 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The best graduating student of Madonna University, Goodness Azubuike, has opened up about her experience in school. She spoke on declining FUTMinna admission.

The Atlas Lions, one of Africa’s most technically gifted and tactically consistent sides over the last decade, will be hosting AFCON for only the second time in their history The post AFCON 2025 countdown: Hosts Morocco unveil final squad for home title push appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Nigerian Bar Association urges Governor Seyi Makinde to rebuild the Oyo security framework amid rising concerns over kidnappings and overall insecurity Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-urges-makinde-to-rebuild-oyo-security-framework/

UDINE, Italy - Injured Zimbabwe national team defender Jordan Zemura has taken to his Instagram page to share an emotional message with his teammates and fans. The post Warriors defender Jordan Zemura posts heartbreaking message after picking up injury appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

PZ Cussons has suspended plans to sell its African subsidiaries, retaining operations to leverage Nigeria’s economic recovery, population growth.

Katsina State government approves N30,000 monthly allowance for teachers in rural areas to boost motivation, tackle shortages, and enhance education quality.

As Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa disclosed the ongoing resuscitation of Owena Dam for water reticulation in Ondo State, a former Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jumoke Akindele,… The post Ex-Speaker, Akindele, Commends Aiyedatiwa Over Owena Dam Resuscitation appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Aliko Dangote unveils plans for the Dangote Refinery IPO, offering shareholders innovative dollar-denominated dividends to hedge against currency volatilit Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-to-offer-dollar-denominated-dividends-for-refinery-ipo/

Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, was on Thursday rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yenagoa, after reportedly collapsing in his office. The incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m., The post JUST IN: Bayelsa Deputy Gov collapses, rushed to ICU appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

*Warns they may be rejected abroad By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has taken aim at the Senate over what it described as the trivialisation of the ambassadorial screening process, following the decision to allow several high-profile nominees, including Femi Fani-Kayode, Reno Omokri and Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, to simply ‘take a […] The post Envoys: ADC hits Senate for ‘bow-and-go’ clearance of ‘controversial’ nominees appeared first on Vanguard News.

There was drama on Thursday as Senators Adams Oshiomhole (APC, Edo North) and Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) clashed over the ambassadorial nomination of former presidential aide Reno Omokri. The… The post Ambassadorial Nomination: Oshiomhole, Ndume In Verbal War Over Omokri appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Ona of Abaji, Dr. Baba Yunusa Ugbada, has hailed the developmental strides of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Federal Capital Territory (FCT) through the Minister, Nyesom Wike, describing the… The post Abaji Monarch Hails Tinubu, Wike’s Developmental Strides In FCT As Renewed Hope Ambassadors Visit Monarchs appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

—Says Tinubu acting swiftly, urges patience, national resolve By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA –-THE First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday expressed deep concern over the recent mass abductions in parts of the country, describing it as disheartening. But she commended her husband, President Bola Tinubu on the rapid intervention, saying the rescue operations was the […] The post Kidnapping of students in Kebbi, Niger, very disheartening – First Lady appeared first on Vanguard News.

Torkwase Nyiekaa The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has cautioned that Nigeria cannot lay claim to credible elections as long as the national… The post Nigeria Cannot Boast Of Credible Elections With Compromised Registers — INEC Chairman appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has cancelled the New Year’s fixtures of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup (FIFA U-17 WWC) qualifiers earlier scheduled for the first week of January 2026. It also abolished the first round of the preliminary matches with the participating countries including Nigeria [...]