Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai slams an alleged illegal arrest attempt at Abuja airport, describing the incident as executive overreach and a disregard for Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-outgrow-executive-overreach-el-rufai-speaks-on-airport-incident/

President Trump ends the aggressive immigration crackdown in Minnesota following nationwide outrage and protests over the killing of two US citizens. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-ends-immigration-crackdown-in-minnesota/

INEC has proposed a N873.78bn budget for the 2027 general elections, a significant increase from 2023. See the breakdown and funding requests to the NASS. Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-proposes-n873-78bn-for-2027-polls-n171bn-for-2026-operations/

Nasir El-Rufai’s lawyer condemns an unlawful arrest attempt at Abuja airport. Security agents allegedly tried to detain him without a warrant and seized hi Read More: https://punchng.com/security-agents-tried-to-arrest-el-rufai-without-warrant-seized-passport-lawyer/

Over 120 nurses at a Kaduna hospital are on strike over welfare and career progression disputes, severely disrupting patient care and services. Read More: https://punchng.com/nurses-strike-paralyses-activities-at-kaduna-hospital/

The Oyo State government, under Gov. Seyi Makinde, has completed 316 micro-projects in 144 communities, improving education, healthcare, and water access. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-completed-316-projects-across-oyo-communities-official/

Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has described the award presented to him by LEADERSHIP Newspaper as further evidence that democracy is thriving in Nigeria. Uzodimma said the recognition demonstrates that public officials are continually being evaluated, underscoring the need for leaders to remain accountable and uphold high standards. He made the remarks on Thursday at […]

In his resignation letter shared on X, Mrinank Sharma told the firm he was leaving amid concerns about AI, bioweapons and the state of the wider world.

Chidi Ugwu The National Secretary to the Senior Leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has said across the country’s political landscape, parties have become addicted to…

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has said that criminal elements are destroying the fences protecting the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway. Umahi made this statement on Thursday during a media brief in Abuja. According to him, the flooding of the road is also due to underground channels that were blocked by refuse. “We thank the people […] Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway: Criminals vandalizing equipment – Umahi

As of June 2025, Kenya’s public debt stood at Sh11.8 trillion, or 67.8 percent of GDP, with domestic debt at Sh6.3 trillion and external debt at Sh5.5 trillion.

The Court of Appeal in Abuja is currently hearing appeals challenging the legality of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, in November 2025—a ruling that could determine the validity of the party’s current national leadership. The post Abdulrahman-led PDP leadership appears before Appeal Court over convention challenge appeared first on Vanguard News.

A teenage Heelys rider was tragically crushed to death by a cement trailer in Jos North, Plateau State, after holding onto the moving vehicle. Read More: https://punchng.com/trailer-crushes-heelys-rider-to-death-in-plateau/

The Gaming Networks’ (Bet9ja), has responded to the claims by the Enugu State Government which led to the shut down of its operations in the State. It could be recalled that days ago, the Enugu State government had hinged its action on license revalidation, outstanding fees, and other statutory obligations. However, in a statement made […] Bet9ja not owing Enugu govt any legitimate fees, levies, taxes – MD reacts to shutdown of operations

Michael David Prof. Mohammed Tanko, the Vice Chancellor of Mewar International University said that the high rate of unemployment in the Northern region has posed recurring security challenging bedeviling the…

A former Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah, who is facing trial before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) alongside one other defendant for an alleged N2.4 billion fraud, has approached the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi SAN, for discussions regarding the ongoing trial. The post Ex-minister Stella Oduah seeks discussions with AGF over alleged N2.4bn fraud trial appeared first on Tribune Online.

A Nigerian lady recently shared a video on TikTok disclosing how she found about five snakes inside her house. Netizens reacted massively to the post.

See the joyful moment veteran singer 2Baba and his wife, Natasha Osawaru, dedicate their newborn baby in a beautiful church ceremony with family. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-2baba-wife-natasha-dedicate-baby-in-church-ceremony/

Samuel Ogidan The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially launched a nationwide membership registration campaign, combining manual and digital systems to ensure both reach and credibility, in a decisive step…

Buba Galadima, a close ally of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano of working behind the scenes against the former governor. Speaking in an interview with DCL Hausa, Galadima said there is currently a document before the Presidency, which he believed is aimed at preventing Kwankwaso from entering […] APC plotting to bar Kwankwaso from visiting Kano – Buba Galadima

Former Nigeria national team coach José Peseiro has revealed how Ademola Lookman felt after he was ignored by England before he decided to play for Nigeria. Explaining why the Atletico Madrid forward opted for Nigeria, Peseiro said this happened after the player waited for a chance to represent England at the senior level. Lookman was […] Super Eagles: ‘He was sad’ – Peseiro on how Ademola Lookman felt being ignored by England

Chief Sunny Onuesoke, the Project Director in charge of Udu/Ughelli Federal Constituency of Delta State, has bemoaned the alarming rate of deforestation in the state, saying many years of the…

On hand to witness and supervise the process was Fred Edoreh, the Project Director for the Games, who thanked the state for the reception accorded the Torch ceremony. The post Gov. Otti receives Niger Delta Games torch, pledges improved Abia outing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Federal Minister of Works, Engr Dave Umahi, has called on Southeast States and the South East Development Commission (SEDC) to start adopting nanotechnology solutions in highway constructions to safeguard huge investments in road developments. According to him, such a move would prevent life’s premature road failures currently being witnessed. Umahi made the call during […]

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The ceremony comes about three months after the couple welcomed their first child together in November 2025. The post VIDEO: 2Baba, Natasha dedicate first child in church ceremony appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Governing Council of The Polytechnic, Ibadan (TPI) has established a six-member committee to investigate issues raised in The post Polytechnic Ibadan governing council sets up committee over anonymous petition appeared first on Tribune Online.

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has said several ongoing road projects and bus terminals across Abuja will be completed and inaugurated before the third anniversary…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has projected a total of N873.778 billion for the conduct of the 2027 general elections. The post INEC seeks N873bn for 2027 polls, proposes N171bn 2026 budget appeared first on Vanguard News.

Supporters of former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, reportedly intervened on Thursday to prevent security personnel from detaining him at the Abuja airport. The post Attempted arrest: He is our leader, nothing will happen – El-Rufai supporters say appeared first on Vanguard News.

Immigration operations in Minnesota triggered outrage following the killing of two US citizens. The post Trump Ends Immigration Crackdown In Minnesota appeared first on Channels Television.

A year one student has been criticised on social media over the information on her matriculation flyer, which she shared online ahead of the ceremony.

Justice Obiora Egwatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, Thursday, withdrew from presiding over the asset forfeiture suit involving a former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, and two others, citing personal reasons. He said he could no longer continue with the matter shortly after counsel for the parties announced their appearances. “Ladies and […]

The Urhobo people of Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State, under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), have formally demanded equitable political representation in the local government. The post Warri South: Urhobo leaders demand equity, seek APC chairmanship position appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Oyo State Government on Thursday conferred the title of Justice of the Peace (JP) on 345 distinguished citizens... The post Oyo confers Justice of the Peace title on 345 citizens appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has proposed a budget of N873.78 billion to organise the 2027 general elections across Nigeria. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, presented the proposal on Thursday before the joint Senate and House of Representatives Committee on Electoral Matters at the National Assembly. He said preparations for the 2027 elections have […] INEC proposes N873.78bn budget for 2027 elections