Elon Musk states ‘money can’t buy happiness,’ sparking a viral global debate on wealth and wellbeing. See the mixed reactions to the billionaire’s claim. Read More: https://punchng.com/money-cant-buy-happiness-elon-musk-sparks-global-debate/

Yobe State Police arrest an 18-year-old and his accomplices for burglary and theft, alongside a separate suspect involved in a tricycle theft. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-teenager-accomplices-over-tricycle-theft-in-yobe/

Nigerian police are analysing a documentary on a ‘Dubai Crown Prince scam’ where a socialite allegedly defrauded a foreign victim of millions of dollars. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-analyse-documentary-on-nigerian-posing-as-dubai-crown-prince/

The NCC and NDPC have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance data privacy enforcement in Nigeria’s telecom sector, protecting citizens’ personal d Read More: https://punchng.com/ncc-ndpc-sign-mou-on-data-privacy-enforcement/

Lagos launches used cooking oil kiosks to unlock a $20m biofuel market. This initiative protects public health, the environment, and boosts climate action. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-unveils-cooking-oil-kiosks-to-unlock-20m-biofuel-market/

Ogun State police arrested Gafaru Rasaki, a man with four human heads allegedly exhumed from a cemetery in Sagamu. He faces charges for his crime. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-man-with-four-human-heads-in-ogun/

Governor Uba Sani welcomes freed Kaduna worshippers abducted from churches in Kajuru LGA, who were recently released after being held captive. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-gov-receives-freed-worshippers-at-govt-house/

The Anambra State House of Assembly passes an anti-corruption bill, establishing a commission to investigate financial crimes involving state assets. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-assembly-passes-anti-corruption-bill-into-law/

TotalEnergies warns Nigeria’s downstream deregulation will fail without strong regulatory discipline, consistent policies, and strict safety enforcement. Read More: https://punchng.com/downstream-deregulation-will-fail-without-regulatory-discipline-totalenergies/

I woke up this morning thinking about courage, how some people can be so daring, so fearless, that it makes one pause and interrogate one’s own experiences, even to the point of self-discomfort. Courage has many faces. Sometimes it inspires admiration; other times it provokes bewilderment. I remember a time when I would whisper silent […]

UNICEF partners with the Ogun State government, donating a boat ambulance to improve emergency healthcare access for riverine and hard-to-reach communities Read More: https://punchng.com/unicef-donates-boat-ambulance-to-ogun-riverine-communities/

Survivors of the mass abduction in Kurmin Wali village, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, have recounted the hardship they endured in captivity, saying they survived on raw flour mixed with water and slept in the open forest for weeks. The post ‘We mixed raw flour with water to stay alive’ — Kurmin Wali survivors recount ordeal appeared first on Vanguard News.

Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas dismisses rumors of a strained relationship with T.Y. Danjuma, reaffirming their solid ties and commitment to the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/taraba-gov-insists-relationship-with-danjuma-firm-solid/

Former England international, Peter Crouch has predicted the scoreline of Tottenham Hotspur’s Premier League tie against Manchester United on Saturday. He also predicted the outcome of Liverpool’s tie with Manchester City on Sunday. DAILY POST reports that Man United will host Spurs at Old Trafford on Saturday, while Liverpool will take on City on Sunday […] EPL: Peter Crouch predicts scoreline of Liverpool vs Man City, Tottenham against Man Utd

William Attah The Northern State Governors Forum has condemned the recent spate of violent attacks and killings in parts of Kwara, Katsina and Benue States. It said the violence against…

Nigeria stands today at a crossroads that is far more dangerous than it appears on the surface. It is not simply a question of security cooperation or military assistance. It is a question about sovereignty, independence, and whether a nation that fought hard to control its destiny is gradually surrendering that control under the soft […]

Olomotone Egoro, the seventh prosecution Witness of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in the ongoing alleged money laundering trial against the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has maintained that Bello’s name did not appear as beneficiary or signatory to any of the exhibits tendered before the Federal High Court in […] EFCC witness says transactions in Kogi LGs contract awards not linked to Yahaya Bello

South African entrepreneur, Miz Mzwakhe Tancredi, has explained how he deployed faith to build what has become a thriving multi-sector business portfolio. Miz Tancredi has established himself as a faith-based…

Prophet Bernard ElBernard Nelson-Eshun steps back from ministry after a failed political prophecy. His public apology sparks mixed reactions in Ghana.

Jide Oyekunle A coalition of civil society organisations has dismissed reports claiming that the Nigerian Senate rejected electronic transmission of election results, describing such narratives as false, misleading and deliberately…

In a candid and unfiltered conversation on the WithChude podcast, Nigerian actress and content creator Lizzy Jay, popularly known as Omo Ibadan revealed how she confronted a person who threatened to share a private video of her unless she paid up. Her story isn’t just about fame or embarrassment; it’s about courage and standing firm […] The post How Lizzy Jay took on blackmailer who threatened to share her nudes appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

When social media meets business, even the smallest critique can turn into a viral feud. This was exactly what happened on February 4 2026, when popular Nigerian entertainer Yhemolee clashed online with social media personality and critic Opeyemi Famakin over Yhemolee’s wife’s perfume brand. The exchange has since dominated Instagram timelines and sparked debates about […] The post The perfume clash: Yhemolee & Opeyemi Famakin face off over wife’s brand appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo, a prominent Nigerian clergyman best known for his work as a relationship coach and as the founder of David Christian Centre in Lagos, found himself in the centre of one of the most talked-about religious debates across Nigerian social media on January 31, 2026. Instead of a sermon or a book release, […] The post Pst Kingsley Okonkwo gets inked at 50: The surprising reason behind his tattoo & viral reaction that followed appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The EFCC accused the former NEXIM boss of abusing his position to fraudulently obtain over N1.4 billion from the bank. The post N2.4bn fraud: Ex-NEXIM MD Orya jailed 490 years appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Osun State chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has criticised the rejection of mandatory electronic transmission of election results. The party also described the decision as inconsistent with existing electoral technologies already deployed by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. In a statement issued by Abosede Busayo Oluwaseun, Chairman of the Directorate of […] Osun ADC faults Senate on electronic transmission of ejection results

He explained that vigilante members in the community apprehended one of the suspects in the community... The post Police arrest four suspected kidnappers linked to Ondo community abduction appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigerian fashion designer and entrepreneur Veekee James and her husband, Femi Atere, have thrilled fans with the exciting announcement that they are expecting their first child. The couple, celebrated for their style, grace, and romance, shared the news on their social media accounts, giving a glimpse into a joyful chapter of their lives. A New […] The post A growing love story: Veekee James & Femi Atere set to welcome first child appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Anambra State Police Command has arrested 29-year-old woman, Mrs. Edeh Osinachi, for allegedly abusing and inflicting severe injuries on The post Anambra: Police arrest woman for allegedly assaulting maid appeared first on Tribune Online.

Sources confirmed on Thursday that the victims, who were kidnapped on 18 January, were released last midnight and driven to the Kaduna State Government House The post Remaining Kaduna abducted worshippers regain freedom after two weeks in captivity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The federal government said it has installed 200,000 smart electricity meters under the $500 million World Bank-backed Distribution Sector Recovery Programme.

Professor Adenike Kuku,  the Vice-Chancellor of the Kings University, Ode- Omu, has said that entrepreneurship needs structure, mentorship, and access to resources, underscoring the importance of Entrepreneurial Development Centres .…

The Police in Ogun State says it has arrested two additional suspects in connection with an ongoing investigation into a case of violent attacks and hijacking of a cement trailer along the Papalanto–Ilaro and Owode–Idiroko axis of the state. The suspects are 24-year-old John Seun, popularly known as ‘Dagrin’, and 35-year-old Olanipekun Ezekiel also known […] Police arrest two suspected cement truck hijackers in Ogun

    LAGOS – Romulus Mining and Exploration Limited has announced that it will participate as an official exhibitor at Mining Indaba 2026, scheduled to hold from February 9 to…

The Labour Party (LP) has declared that its leadership crisis, which had stalled the party’s progress, has been resolved. The post Our leadership crisis is now behind us — Labour Party appeared first on Vanguard News.

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian prophet spoke about Tonto Dikeh and her closeness to Pastor Jerry Eze.

The Anambra State Government has arrested a woman, Mrs Osinachi Edeh, who inflicted burns all over her ward, Miss Amah Miracle’s body on suspicion of having a boyfriend. Mrs Edeh had scalded the skin of the Junior Secondary School 3 student of Community Secondary School, Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area with hot iron after accusing […] Anambra Govt arrests woman who burnt maid’s skin on suspicion of having boyfriend