ECOWAS launches a new Business Council, appointing Aliko Dangote as its first chair to boost regional economic growth and private sector investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-appoints-dangote-to-lead-business-council-for-economic-growth/

Instagram unveils ‘Your Algorithm,’ a new AI feature giving users direct control over their Reels feed. Learn how to see and adjust your content. Read More: https://punchng.com/meta-gives-instagram-users-new-algorithm-controls/

An Enugu magistrate court has remanded a 51-year-old security guard, Emeka Nwangwu, for the alleged murder of his 19-year-old female cousin in Nsukka. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-court-remands-guard-over-murder-of-19-year-old/

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara denies rift with state and national lawmakers, calling reports ‘pure lies’ and stating he’s waiting for a meeting. Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-denies-rift-with-rivers-lawmakers/

Three members of a family, a father, mother, and their young child, have died in a tragic multi-vehicle collision on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in the early hours of Tuesday. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) said the crash occurred at Secretariat inward Otedola Bridge, involving an Audi, a Toyota Camry, and a Toyota Corolla. […] The post Multi-Vehicle Crash on Lagos–Ibadan Expressway Claims Family of Three appeared first on OsunDefender.

Olufemi Ajadi, a chieftain of the PDP and an aspirant in the Oyo state governorship race, has extended his consultation to the party's stakeholders in Iseyin area.

PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed displeasure over the backlog of debt amounting about ₦1.5 billion owed to federal contractors. The post I’m upset over ₦1.5bn debts owed to over 2000 contractors – Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Tinubu meets with Osun APC governorship aspirants, urging unity and support for a consensus candidate ahead of the party’s primary. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-meets-osun-apc-governorship-aspirants-urges-consensus-candidate/

Francis Onoiribholo The Uromi Justice Development and Peace Caritas Initiative (Uromi JDPCI) of the Catholic Diocese of Uromi has vowed to continue to work for the protection of human rights… The post Uromi JDPCI Vows To Continue Protection Of Human Rights In Edo Central appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

EU wrangling over whether to give plant-based "sausages" and veggie "burgers" the chop and restrict such labels to meat products will grind on into next year after countries and lawmakers failed to reach a deal on Wednesday. Lawmakers at the European Parliament in October backed a proposal to reserve a list of labels including burger and sausage for foods containing meat.

OLORUNDARE ENIMOLA/VICTORIA OJUGBANA, Lagos  The Lagos State government has launched a ₦150 billion Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Trucks Scheme aimed at transforming the state’s logistics and haulage ecosystem through cleaner… The post Lagos Unveils N150bn CNG Trucks Scheme To Modernise Logistics Sector appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has opened up on why he no longer employs female secretaries, linking the decision to his desire to avoid situations that could jeopardise his spiritual focus. The clergyman spoke during his sermon titled “Jonah Must Go” on day two of the Holy […] The post Why I Ceased To Have Female Secretaries – Pastor Adeboye appeared first on OsunDefender.

President Bola Tinubu has transmitted the 2026-2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) to the House of Representatives for approval. Tinubu, in a letter read by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu who presided over plenary on Wednesday, requested for expeditious consideration of the MTEF/FSP. “It is with pleasure that I forward the […]

…IG asked IG to probe allegations against lawmaker A coalition of Civil Society Groups in Ebonyi State has called on the Inspector-General of Police (IG), Kayode Egbetokun, to investigate the… The post Coalition Seeks Release Of Journalist, Tik-Toker, Others appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has revealed that he became physically paralysed for several days upon hearing of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s death. He described the shock as one of the most difficult personal moments he had ever faced. “I was paralysed for days when I heard about the death of […] The post Buhari’s Death News Got Me Paralyzed for a Week – Lai Mohammed appeared first on OsunDefender.

Petrol imports surged to 52.1 million litres in November, marking an increase despite a decline in domestic consumption, the industry regulator has reported. Data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) revealed that petrol imports surged to 52.1 million litres per day in November 2025, despite an overall decline in the country’s […]

The residents of Ikese – Igbesa community in the Ado – Odo / Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State now live in palpable fears as signs that peace may… The post Fears Grip Ikese – Igbesa Residents Over Plans By Land Grabbers To Cause Mayhem appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

* Says more planes coming, competition will crash airfares The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, on Wednesday, declared that the Federal Government has no legal powers to regulate or fix airfares in the country, insisting that Nigeria’s aviation sector has been fully deregulated for decades. Speaking to State House correspondents after the […]

The Southern Nigeria Annual Conference, SNAC, of the United Methodist Church in Nigeria has reiterated its long-standing doctrinal stance on human sexuality, describing it as a sacred divine gift that must be exercised with responsibility and moral discipline. In a communiqué issued in Taraba State on Wednesday, the Conference reaffirmed that marriage, according to its […] United Methodist Church Southern Nigeria Conference reaffirms doctrine on human sexuality

The 2025 Rush Festival is scheduled to take place on 18 December at the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History. The post Detty December: Aniko, Handi x Wanni, DJ Yosa, DJ Latitude to thrill fans at 2025 Rush Festival appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

After clearing her Instagram of over fifty posts, Laila Charani's fans are questioning the state of her marriage to Ned Nwoko. Could this signal trouble?.

Chief Press Secretary Sir Tersoo Kula analyses Benue politics, urging citizens to reject endless apologies and embrace Governor Hyacinth Alia’s development agenda.

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has denied reports of a personal conflict with members of the Rivers State House of Assembly. Speaking on Wednesday during the inauguration of the Ahoada-Omoku The post Fubara denies rift with Rivers Assembly, vows to meet lawmakers’ demands appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Torkwase Nyiekaa President Bola Tinubu has officially forwarded the 2026–2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) to the House of Representatives, requesting lawmakers’ approval as a… The post 2026 Budget: Tinubu Transmit MTEF/ FSP To HoR appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Domestic petrol supply from Dangote Refinery rose sharply in November 2025, increasing by 37.7 percent to 23.52 million litres per day from 17.08 million litres per day in October, according to data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The post Petrol supply from Dangote Refinery surges 37.7% to 23.52m litres daily as imports hit 52m litres appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria Immigration Service warns against fake recruitment post for 2025, urging Nigerians to rely only on official platforms for authentic job updates.

Nigerian-American public-policy scholar, Prof. Sandra Chidinma Duru, has attracted attention for her work on gender, media reform, and administrative ethics across Africa and the diaspora, following a series of academic The post Prof. Duru gains recognition for work on gender, media reform, governance appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Cross River State House of Assembly on Wednesday sacked the Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Council, Theresa Ushie, over allegations of gross misconduct. This followed the adoption of the report of the House Committee on Judiciary and Public Petitions. The development traces back to June 10, 2025, when the Assembly received a petition from […] The post Assembly Sacks LG Chair Over Alleged Misconduct appeared first on OsunDefender.

Obasanjo Endorses Fortified ‘Wonder Garri’, Fish Powder As Nutrition-Based Solution To Malnutrition, Food Insecurity In Nigeria LAGOS – Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has endorsed the adoption of a… The post Obasanjo Endorses Fortified ‘Wonder Garri’, Fish Powder As Nutrition-Based Solution To Malnutrition, Food Insecurity In Nigeria appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep concern over the violent clashes between the Bachama and Tsobo communities in Lamurde, Adamawa State, describing the bloodshed and destruction as “unacceptable” and urging immediate government intervention. The post Atiku condemns Lamurde violence, calls for urgent action and justice appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has transmitted the 2026 -2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) to the House of Representatives for approval. Tinubu, in a letter read by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who presided over plenary on Wednesday, requested expeditious consideration of the MTEF/FSP. “It is with pleasure […] The post Tinubu transmits 2026-2028 MTEF/FSP to Reps appeared first on Vanguard News.

Reactions trailed a viral video of Apostle Joshua Selman at Sandra Areh's birthday party, where he referred to her as 'my love,' sparking dating rumors.

He wrote, “While in Benue, I met with dozens of Christians who were driven from their homes and subjected to horrific violence and now live in IDP camps...

The UN has called on Nigerians and many others to apply for its 64th Graduate Study Programme, which will be held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland.

"The Minister of Interior should liaise with IGP and Civil Defence structure to replace those police officers, who are on special security duties

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Idris Adamu (rtd), from Borno State, as Chairman of the Military Pensions Board (MPB), effective 1 December 2025.