Get the latest NPFL results from matchday 21. Ikorodu City beats Kwara United, while Rivers United edges 10-man Remo Stars to top the table. Read More: https://punchng.com/ikorodu-restore-momentum-as-rivers-edge-10-man-remo/

Lagos State to award cash prizes for National Sports Festival medals following athlete protests. Gold medalists to receive up to N700,000. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-awards-cash-for-nsf-medals-after-protest/

NFF President Ibrahim Gusau confirms Eric Chelle will remain Super Eagles coach, praising the team’s progress after their 3rd place finish at AFCON 2025. Read More: https://punchng.com/gusau-backs-chelle-to-continue-as-eagles-coach/

Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 in a chaotic final to claim their second Africa Cup of Nations title after a dramatic extra-time winner by Pape Gueye. Read More: https://punchng.com/drama-as-senegal-beat-morocco-to-claim-afcon-title/

…Lenders Approach Highlights Strategic Split Defining Sector LAGOS – Nigeria’s banking industry is approach­ing the most decisive phase of its most far-reaching recapitalisation exercise in more than a decade, with… The post Nigeria’s Banking Sector Reset Enters Endgame appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

…Warn Speaker Not To Destabilise State With Personal Ambition LAGOS – Concerned about the deepening crisis in Rivers State, President Bola Tinubu has been urged to intervene to save democracy… The post Sagay, Udeze, Others Ask Tinubu To Intervene In Rivers Crisis appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Chidozie Awaziem were seen partying in Lagos after their third-place win at the 2025 AFCON. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhen-ndidi-awaziem-party-in-lagos-after-afcon-third-place-finish/

ABUJA – The Federal Government has instituted a three-count charge against a renowned Senior Ad­vocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mike Ozekhome, over alleged forgery and use of false documents in a… The post UK Property Case: ICPC Files Charges Against Ozekhome appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

ABUJA – The African Democratic Con­gress (ADC) has asked the Fed­eral Government to clarify the contents of the recently signed health cooperation memoran­dum of understanding (MoU) between Nigeria and the… The post ADC Demands Clarification On Nigeria, U.S. Health Cooperation MoU appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured N3.56b from the AFCON prize money after finishing third. See the full breakdown of earnings for the 2025 tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/eagles-earn-n3-5b-in-afcon-prize-pool/

Nigeria needs to critically evaluate this new threat and seek tailored assistance from nations that have successfully waged asymmetric warfare. The post EDITORIAL: ISWAP drone attack: The necessity of being proactive appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

LAGOS – Rights group, the Socio-Econom­ic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), has dragged Nigeria’s governors and the Min­ister of the Federal Capital Ter­ritory, Nyesom Wike, before the court over their… The post SERAP Sues Govs, Wike Over Failure To Account For Security Votes appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Sadio Mané was named the AFCON Man of the Tournament after leading Senegal to a 1-0 victory over hosts Morocco. He beat Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman to the aw Read More: https://punchng.com/mane-pips-lookman-to-afcon-man-of-the-tournament-award/

 UBA Foundation, the corpo­rate social responsibility arm of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has distributed essential materials worth several millions of naira and dollars as sustenance to school students,… The post UBA Foundation Deepens Pan-African Impact, Delivers Continent-Wide Aid To Vulnerable Communities, Others appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Defender Igoh Ogbu praises Nigeria’s current national team as one of the best ever after their bronze medal finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogbu-hails-current-eagles-as-nigerias-greatest/

 Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully ap­prehended a long-wanted drug kingpin, Lekan Jimoh, popularly known as ‘Kanmo-Kanmo’, end­ing a 12-year manhunt following his involvement in… The post NDLEA Arrests Drug Kingpin Linked To 2014 Murder Of Its Officers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Luminous Jannamike Presidential aspirant on the platform of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has declared that the All Progressives Congress, APC, would be removed from power in the 2027 general elections, insisting that no legal or administrative maneuvers could derail Nigeria’s multiparty democracy. Hashim, a veteran of Nigeria’s pro-democracy movement, alleged that […] The post APC won’t escape defeat in 2027 — Olawepo-Hashim appeared first on Vanguard News.

Rand Merchant Bank advised Helios Investment Partners on the successful sale of its 75% equity interest in Axxela Limited to BlueCore Gas InfraCo. Read More: https://punchng.com/rmb-guides-helios-on-axxela-equity-sale/

Nigeria will return home richer after securing a lucrative $2.5 million prize money from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following their third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles clinched the bronze medal after a dramatic 4–2 penalty shootout victory over Egypt in the third-place playoff at the Stade Mohamed […] The post Nigeria To Pocket $2.5m Prize Money After AFCON 2025 Bronze Finish appeared first on OsunDefender.

…Airlines, Hotels, Nigerian Travel Agencies, Students Bear The Brunt LAGOS – As the United States begins to halt the issuance of certain U.S. visas to Nigerian nationals and dozens of… The post Visa Denials Could Cost U.S. Over $20bn Annually appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Nkiruka Nnorom, with agency reports European leaders yesterday slammed US President Donald Trump’s threat of tariffs over their opposition to his designs on Greenland, warning transatlantic ties were at risk. Several European countries — including Denmark, of which Greenland is an autonomous territory — emphasised they “stand united” against Trump’s vow on Saturday to […] The post Europe hits back at Trump’s tariff threat over Greenland appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Nigerian national, Ukoma Jefta Nuzbech, was re-arrested in Thailand after fleeing an ongoing trial for drug trafficking with cocaine and cash. Read More: https://punchng.com/thailand-based-nigerian-fleeing-drug-trafficking-trial-arrested/

 As the indisputable commer­cial and social hub of Nigeria, Lagos is long associated with movement and momentum. Regardless of the season, the city expe­riences a massive daily influx of people,… The post Destination Branding: How Sanwo-Olu Turned Lagos To Nigeria’s Festive Capital appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

  A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Sowunmi, has stated that the 2026 governorship elections in Osun and Ekiti States will be the first real test of the political strength and credibility of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Sowunmi dismissed claims that the […] The post 2027: Osun, Ekiti Polls Will Determine ADC’s Credibility – PDP Chieftain appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, has dismissed claims that police officers arrested peaceful protesters in Ekpoma, Edo State. The post 52 suspects arrested in Ekpoma for looting, vandalism — IGP appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Forum of Council Chairmen in Osun State elected under the umbrella of the All Progressives Congress (APC) known as Yes/No Chairmen has announced a temporary suspension of the reabsorption of primary school teachers and health workers who were employed by former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola but dismissed by the incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke upon assuming […] The post Osun APC Yes/No Chairmen Temporarily Suspend Reabsorption of Teachers, Health Workers appeared first on OsunDefender.

Victims and families affected by the Bodija explosion have renewed calls for compensation and sustained government support amid controversy surrounding a reported ₦30 billion intervention fund, two years after the devastating incident that claimed lives and destroyed properties in parts of Ibadan, Oyo State. The renewed appeals were made on Saturday during an interdenominational remembrance […] The post N30bn Intervention Fund: Ibadan Explosion Victims Renew Calls for Compensation, Financial Support appeared first on OsunDefender.

A Nigerian imam who gained international recognition for saving hundreds of lives from a mainly Christian community during an outbreak of violence has died at the age of 90.

  Just as rain ends drought, the sun warms the body, and fresh air brings comfort, people also seek relief in times of hardship. When life becomes difficult, humans naturally look for hope, laughter, or anything that can momentarily ease the burden of daily struggle. Nigeria’s economic situation has been especially tough for many citizens. […] The post Ero Arike’s Grammar Class: Comic Relief Amid Tinubu’s Failing Economy appeared first on OsunDefender.

Lagos – A Nigerian health professional has called on the Lagos State Government to broaden the composition of the panel investigating the death of Chimamanda’s son by including pharmacists and… The post Chimamanda’s Son’s Death: Health Professional Urges Lagos To Include Pharmacists, Nurses In Inquest appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Osun-Osogbo Festival is a two-week Yoruba cultural and spiritual celebration held annually between July and August. The festival honours Osun, the goddess of fertility, love, and water, and is centred around the sacred Osun Grove in Osogbo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that attracts thousands of worshippers and visitors each year. One of the […] The post How Osun Osogbo Festival May Impact 2026 Governorship Election appeared first on OsunDefender.

LAGOS — THE Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has sued governors of the 36 states and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, FCT, Mr Nyesom Wike, over their failure to account for the spending of billions of naira of public funds in the name of ‘security votes’ since May 29, 2023. The […] The post SERAP sues govs, Wike over security votes spending appeared first on Vanguard News.

“Court orders forfeiture of 57 properties linked to Malami, sons.” Report, January 8, 2026. “I always look very hard at anyone who is above suspicion.” Agatha Christie, 1890-1976.  The Economic… The post EFCC Beyond 57 Properties Linked To Malami appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Freedom Apostolic Revival International Ministry (FARIM), Abuja Prayer Centre, has announced a three-night prophetic program, titled “Prophecy and Solution,” scheduled to take place from January 22 to 24, 2026, in the Federal Capital Territory. The post Prophet Sam Ojo’s FARIM to host 3-night of Prophecy and Solution in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.

Many compatriots are troubled over the worsening state of affairs of opposition political parties in Nigeria. Except the ruling APC, all leading political parties, such as PDP, LP, SDP, NNPP,… The post 2027: A Hobson’s Choice? appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

ANTHONY KILA Tucked away in the rugged highlands of Southern Africa lies the small but notable nation of Lesotho. This landlocked kingdom is often overlooked due to its larger and… The post The Jeans Of Lesotho appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.