Nigerian authorities intercept seven trucks in a major crackdown on lithium ore theft in Kwara State, following an intelligence-led operation. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-nabs-lithium-ore-thieves-seizes-seven-trucks-in-kwara/

A rights group demands the immediate release of 52 Edo varsity students from Ambrose Alli University, arrested for protesting insecurity in Ekpoma. Read More: https://punchng.com/rights-group-demands-release-of-52-edo-varsity-students/

Britain will seek further sanctions on Iran and has summoned its ambassador in response to the deadly crackdown on protesters across the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-govt-vows-further-sanctions-summons-iran-envoy-over-protests/

Kebbi State has reopened a girls’ school three months after a student abduction, implementing enhanced security protocols for a safe learning environment. Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-reopens-kebbi-school-three-months-after-students-abduction/

The EFCC has returned N802 million to First Bank after recovering the funds from a suspect who illicitly received them due to a system glitch. Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-returns-recovered-n802m-to-first-bank/

Mikel Arteta gives the latest Arsenal team news, confirming Leandro Trossard and William Saliba are doubts for the Carabao Cup semi-final against Chelsea. Read More: https://punchng.com/trossard-saliba-doubtful-for-arsenal-chelsea-carabao-cup-semi-final-clash-arteta/

VP Shettima champions public service excellence, urging leaders to show discipline, consistency, and character at Hadiza Bala Usman’s colloquium. Read More: https://punchng.com/be-selfless-excellent-shettima-urges-public-servants/

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered that the case file involving the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, be returned to the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, for reassignment to a substantive judge. Delivering the ruling on Tuesday, Justice Nwite explained that the […]

Nigeria’s government announces the launch of a new high-purity Lagos gold refinery and a $600m lithium plant, boosting its value-addition mining policy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-lagos-gold-refinery-pushes-600m-lithium-plant-launch/

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has named a group identified as “Ambrose Alli Comrade Community” as the alleged mastermind of last Saturday’s anti-kidnappings protest in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area. DAILY POST reports that Governor Okpebholo made the disclosure on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 during a meeting with the leadership of the Students’ Union […] Edo govt names “Ambrose Alli Comrade Community” as masterminds of violent protest in state

President Tinubu reveals Nigeria’s carbon market framework, set to unlock $3bn annually and drive climate finance towards a net-zero goal by 2060. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-to-unlock-3bn-annually-from-carbon-market-tinubu/

A Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State, has ordered the remand of controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, over alleged car theft, assault, and obstruction of police officers. Portable was arraigned on a nine-count charge, including the alleged theft of a Mercedes-Benz E300 valued at N12 million and violent attacks on his […]

Tinubu spoke during a high-level session of the summit in Abu Dhabi, attended by global leaders, investors, policymakers and development partners. The post Tinubu positions Nigeria as climate, green energy hub at ADSW 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The trial judge ruled that issues surrounding the identification should be tested during cross-examination, not at that stage. The post Owo Church Attack: Survivor Recounts Explosion, WitnessIdentifies Alleged Assailants appeared first on Channels Television.

The Edo State Government is working to secure the release of Ambrose Alli University students who were detained after a protest against kidnappings. Read More: https://punchng.com/protest-edo-begins-moves-to-free-aau-students/

Otunba Segun Showunmi has formally declared his intention to contest the Ogun State governorship election in 2027. The post 2027 Election: Showunmi declares Ogun governorship ambition appeared first on Vanguard News.

HARARE - Former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa has revealed that DNA tests have shown that some of the 20 children he has been supporting are not biologically his, a disclosure he described as deeply emotional but one that has not changed his commitment to their welfare. The post Heartbroken Mliswa says DNA tests revealed that some of the 20 children are not his appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has appealed to the Nigerian Army authorities to release the gratuities of the famous 54 soldiers whose cases came to light about 12 years ago.… The post MURIC Appeals To Army To Release Gratuity Of 54 Soldiers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Sokoto State Governor and ex-Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal, has declared that elections in Nigeria are not solely decided by voters, insisting that results are often altered during the collation process. Speaking in an interview on Arise Television, on Monday, January 12, monitored by The News Chronicle, Tambuwal said while Nigerians turn […]

The high-stakes encounter, scheduled for 9:pm at the Prince Moulay Abdallah Stadium, will be overseen by experienced Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea, one of Africa’s most trusted officials in recent years The post Nigeria vs Morocco: CAF picks Ghanaian referee for crucial AFCON semi-final clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo claims last week's protest in Ekpoma was a sponsored riot from abroad, aimed at discrediting the state government.

The WHO chief warns that the US withdrawal from WHO is dangerous for both the United States and the world, making both unsafe and undermining global health Read More: https://punchng.com/us-withdrawal-from-who-makes-world-unsafe-official/

The Delta State Police Command has foiled a planned kidnapping operation and recovered firearms and ammunition in a successful intelligence-led operation carried out by operatives of the Commissioner of Police The post Delta police foil kidnap plot, recover firearms, ammunition appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has hailed Coach Eric Chelle for fostering a strong team spirit among the Super Eagles, which has propelled them to the AFCON semi-finals. Iwobi, at The post AFCON 2025: Iwobi hails players’ unity as Super Eagles eye final appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A Nigerian football fan recalled the Super Eagles' AFCON knockout defeats to host nations, urging optimism as Nigeria faces Morocco, despite a historical trend.

Kano State orders a thorough investigation into the death of a housewife, Aishatu Umar, following alleged medical negligence at a local hospital. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-orders-investigation-into-housewife-death/

A Federal High Court has nullified the Ekiti PDP primaries for the 2026 governorship election, ordering a fresh exercise due to legal non-compliance. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-2026-court-nullifies-pdp-primaries-orders-fresh-exercise/

Akutah said all terminal operators, shipping agents and shipping companies must refrain from implementing new tariff adjustments until meaningful consultations with stakeholders have been concluded. The post NSC orders suspension of port charge increases nationwide appeared first on Vanguard News.

  A Federal High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has ordered the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to conduct a fresh governorship primary election in the state. The court, presided over by Justice Babs Kuewumi, nullified the governorship primary earlier won by Dr. Wole Oluyede, who defeated two other aspirants, including Mr. Funso Ayeni. In […] The post Court Orders Ekiti PDP to Conduct Fresh Governorship Primary appeared first on OsunDefender.

The US Congress has summoned Bill and Hillary Clinton to testify in the investigation into notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This is even as Republicans warned that they could face contempt charges if they fail to appear. The Democratic former president and ex-secretary of state were ordered to give closed-door depositions before the House Oversight […] US Congress summons Clintons over Epstein probe

A delegation of senior officials of the United States Africa Command on Tuesday met with the chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba The post US AFRICOM delegation meets Marwa, assures NDLEA of enhanced collaboration, support appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

"He then dropped a dynamite beside my head and left. Brother Chinedu was the one who asked me to shift. While shifting, I never knew that my left leg was still on the dynamite. It exploded, and my left leg was damaged." The post Owo Church Attack: Why they blew off my leg with dynamite, witness tells court appeared first on Vanguard News.

"We are now facing a geopolitical crisis, and if we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark," Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen told a press conference in Copenhagen. The post We choose Denmark over US, says Greenland PM appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea has been assigned to officiate the anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash between Nigeria and host nation Morocco. The match is scheduled The post AFCON 2025: Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea to officiate Nigeria–Morocco semi-final clash appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

In every goal scored, every prediction placed, and every cheer that echoes across stadiums and streets across Africa, one name continues to stand out — MSport. As Africa’s sports betting market continues to expand, MSport enters 2026 with a clear focus on product innovation, real winners, and transparency, reinforcing its position as Africa’s biggest and […] MSport 2026: New features, real winners, why MSport is Africa’s biggest sports betting platform

Stakeholders in Idemili-South Local Government Area of Anambra state have unanimously endorsed Dr. Mrs. Amaka Obi’s second term ambition as the council chairman. The stakeholders who expressed a consensus opinion… The post Idemili-South Stakeholders Endorse Amaka Obi’s Second Term Aspiration appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.