Ondo State Police Command arrested 25 suspected cultists during an initiation ceremony in Uso, recovering a vehicle and a motorcycle from the scene. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-25-cultists-during-initiation-in-ondo/

Watch Super Eagles stars Akor Adams and Calvin Bassey recreate the famous Finidi-Okocha dance after their 2-0 AFCON victory over Algeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-akor-bassey-recreate-finidi-okocha-dance-after-algeria-victory/

Police in Anambra have arrested a 26-year-old man for the alleged murder of his 35-year-old girlfriend over suspected infidelity and financial disputes. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-man-over-girlfriends-death-in-anambra/

Two people sustained injuries on Sunday morning after a loaded mini truck carrying perishable goods tipped over on the Third Mainland Bridge near the Unilag waterfront in Lagos. In an update on X, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed that the vehicle had been recovered, but the transfer of its cargo was still […] Two injured as Truck tips over on Third Mainland Bridge (VIDEO)

Algerian captain Riyad Mahrez has given high praise to Nigeria’s national team after the Desert Foxes were eliminated from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The post Nigeria have good chance of winning AFCON – Algeria’s Mahrez appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former gubernatorial aspirant in Delta State, Chief Sunny Onuesoke, has admonished Nigerians to allow Rivers State to breath following the escalation of political crisis in the state. The environmentalist, while… The post Politics Crisis: Nigerians Should Leave Rivers Alone, Onuesoke Appeals appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Super Eagles defender, Bright Osayi-Samuel has listed three things Nigeria must do to beat Morocco in the AFCON semi-final tie on Wednesday. Osayi-Samuel spoke to reporters after Nigeria’s AFCON quarter-final 2-0 win against Algeria on Saturday. According to the Birmingham City star, the Super Eagles must focus on themselves, keep believing in themselves and keep […] AFCON: Bright Osayi-Samuel lists three things Super Eagles must do to beat Morocco

Two people were injured when a mini truck overturned in a Third Mainland Bridge accident. LASTMA is managing traffic and recovery near the Unilag waterfron Read More: https://punchng.com/video-two-injured-as-truck-overturns-on-third-mainland-bridge/

Fuji musician KWAM1 writes Ogun governor, alleging exclusion from the Awujale stool selection process by the Fusengbuwa ruling house. Read the full story. Read More: https://punchng.com/awujale-stool-kwam1-writes-ogun-governor-alleges-exclusion-from-selection-process/

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of abandoning Nigerian students studying overseas under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA), warning that the alleged neglect has left about 1,600 young Nigerians stranded without support. In a statement on Sunday, Atiku said the BEA scholarship scheme was quietly axed under Tinubu “without notice […] Nigerian students abandoned abroad, left to starve – Atiku alleges

Carter Efe has broken his silence on his split from his baby mama, Emmanuella, describing the last two years as some of the toughest moments of his life.

Nigerian passport holders can now travel to 45 countries worldwide without needing a visa, according to a recent update from Visaindex. The post Full list of countries Nigerians can visit without visa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Forum of Ward Chairmen of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Akure South Local Government, Ondo State, has expressed concern over the alleged attack on the chairman of Ward 8, Oluwadare Olanrewaju, by the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Community Engagement (Central), Oluwafemi Fadairo, popularly known as ‘Fada’. Sources disclosed that a […] Aiyedatiwa’s aide, ‘Fada’ allegedly beat APC chairman into coma over gov’s largesse

Deputy Speaker Kalu calls on the South East to support Tinubu’s 2027 campaign, emphasizing unity and strategic voting for national political returns. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-deputy-speaker-asks-south-east-to-back-tinubu/

The Police Command in Ondo State says it has arrested 25 suspected cultists and recovered a vehicle and motorcycle during a cult initiation in Uso, Owo Local Government Area of the state. The post Cult initiation: Police arrest 25 cultists, recover vehicle in Ondo appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Sunday morning fire ripped through the Ogun Guangdong Free Trade Zone in Igbesa, plunging residents and workers into panic. The blaze, which erupted within the industrial hub, was said to have been sparked by a gas explosion at a foam-manufacturing factory located in the park. Eyewitnesses told our correspondent that the fireball spread rapidly, [...]

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Algeria head coach Vladimir Petković has conceded defeat to the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Prompt News reports. The Desert Foxes were defeated 2-0 by the Super Eagles at the Grand Stade de Marrakech on Saturday. Victor Osimhen, and Akor Adams were on target for the Super Eagles in the game. “I [...]

A fresh video circulating on social media has revealed two abducted travellers in Borno State appealing for rescue as Boko Haram fighters demand a hefty ransom for their release. The captives, one of whom was identified as a former Vice Chairman of Biu Local Government Area, Hassan Biu Miringa, were seen pleading for intervention from [...]

The 2023 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has stated why Nigeria will not see any positive change soon. Speaking in an interview on Arise Television monitored by DAILY POST on Sunday, Kachikwu said there would be no change in the country until a new crop of leaders take charge. “What saddens me […] Why Nigeria won’t see any positive change soon – Dumebi Kachikwu

The Chairman of Makurdi Local Government Area, Joseph Keffi, has lauded the prompt intervention of security operatives that led to the successful rescue of residents kidnapped in two separate incidents within the council. Those freed include Mr Saaondo, Mr Terfa and Mrs Msuurshima, who were abducted on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Atôô village. Another […] Benue: LG boss hails security agencies after rescue of Kidnapped victims

More details have emerged about Victor Osimhen’s angry confrontation with his Super Eagles team-mates, during the 4-0 win over Mozambique in the quarter-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. According to former BBC writer, Osasu Obayiuwana, Bruno Onyemachi was the target of Osimhen’s anger and not Ademola Lookman as widely believed. According to him, […] AFCON 2025: Why Super Eagles players were angry with Osimhen before Algeria clash

Traffic was disrupted along the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos on Sunday after a mini truck laden with perishable goods overturned near the Unilag waterfront, leaving two people injured. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority confirmed the incident in a series of updates on X, noting that emergency personnel were deployed to the scene to [...]

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A massive fire at the Ogun Free Trade Zone in Igbesa has engulfed a factory and spread to residential areas. Emergency services are battling the blaze. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-guts-ogun-free-trade-zone-affects-nearby-homes/

The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended a 26-year-old man, Chibuike Anikpe, for allegedly stabbing his girlfriend, Ogochukwu Mmadubugwu, to death in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area. Police spokesman, Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday, noting that operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department arrested the suspect on January 7. According [...]

In the petition, Mr Adesanya alleged that some individuals within the ruling house were introducing procedures that are inconsistent with the Obas and Chiefs Law of Ogun State and the extant chieftaincy declaration guiding ascension to the Awujale stool. The post Awujale Stool: Ijebu prince petitions Ogun govt over alleged bid to hijack nomination process appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

William Troost-Ekong has praisef the Super Eagles after Nigeria’s quarterfinal win over Algeria, as Osimhen and Akor Adams secure a semifinal clash with Morocco.

Nigeria defeated Algeria 2-0 in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals, sparking controversy over a disputed penalty decision involving referee Issa Sy and Semi Ajayi.

The US government warned American citizens to leave Venezuela as militias set roadblocks; highest Level 4 travel advisory was issued due to severe risks.

The Built for Her Foundation has launched a national scholarship programme aimed at strengthening female representation in Nigeria’s healthcare workforce as part of a broader effort to close the gender The post Foundation empowers 30 female medical students to close gender health gap appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Morocco head coach, Walid Regragui, has heaped praise Brahim Diaz as he continues to shine at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Regragui has spoken about how much he has been impressed by the 26-year-old, who has already netted five times at the tournament. Despite the goals of top marksmen like Mohamed Salah and Victor […] AFCON 2025: Morocco coach, Regragui names top scorer that can be ‘best in the world’

Nollywood actress Yewande Adekoya shares a personal account of her 2013 miscarriage, explaining how the terrifying experience strengthened her faith in God Read More: https://punchng.com/actress-yewande-adekoya-opens-up-about-miscarriage-experience/

Nigerian petrol prices hit their lowest in months amid fierce market competition, driven by the collapse of supply agreements and falling global crude oil prices.

The Lagos State government has taken a decisive step to significantly boost its revenue profile from waterfront developments with the introduction of a new revenue-sharing formula between the government and… The post Lagos Moves To Boost Revenue Profile Through New Island Sharing Policy appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigerian Police and Leo Da Silva clash over the best strategy for the ‘one chance’ crackdown, debating checkpoint effectiveness versus targeting bus stops. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-leo-da-silva-clash-over-one-chance-crackdown/

Verydarkman celebrates the Super Eagles’ AFCON victory against Algeria, hilariously mocking an Algerian blogger and sharing his animated reactions with fans.