Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno approves a N1.6bn transport allowance for CBT applicants. Discover how 33,461 candidates will receive N50,000 each. Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-approves-n1-6bn-transport-allowance-for-cbt-applicants/

The APC’s National Working Committee intervenes in the C’River APC crisis, summoning Chairman Alphonsus Eba over a vote of no confidence by the SEC. Read More: https://punchng.com/national-working-committee-steps-in-as-criver-apc-crisis-deepens/

RCCG’s Youth Provinces spend N40m on a free bus initiative to ease transport burdens for commuters in Lagos and Ogun amid rising living costs. Read More: https://punchng.com/rccg-spends-n40m-on-free-bus-to-work-initiative-in-lagos-ogun/

The awards ceremony, held on 29 November 2025 at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, convened top organisations and industry leaders shaping the country’s digital landscape. The post OPay secures double honours at the Tech Innovation Awards appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The fifth edition of the Victor Ikpeba 5-a-Side Football Challenge is scheduled to take place in Warri, Delta State, from 18th to 20th December. The event is designed to be a festive addition to the Christmas and end-of-year celebrations for the local community and Bet9ja patrons. This year’s competition has been enhanced with an increased […]

Former Nigerian international Sunday Oliseh has speculated that striker Victor Osimhen could be poised for a summer transfer to Real Madrid, potentially replacing winger Vinicius Jr., who may leave the club. Currently playing for Galatasaray after a permanent transfer last summer, Osimhen has been in fine form, netting six goals in the Champions League despite […]

Team Nigeria has made another history for emerging as the undisputed champions of the first-ever West Africa Para Games after six days of captivating actionheld in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The host Nigeria reaffirmed its status as the continent’s leading Para-sporting nation, securing an overwhelming victory on the medals table with a total of 59 gold, […]

Lionel Messi has praised his former coach Pep Guardiola, calling him “the best of all of them” in a recent exclusive interview with ESPN. Messi reflected on his time under Guardiola, who played a pivotal role in shaping his early career at Barcelona. “Guardiola is unique. There are many exceptional coaches, but he possesses something […]

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has celebrated William Troost-Ekong following the defender’s retirement from international football. Troost-Ekong took to the social media on Thursday to announce his retirement from Super Eagles duty. The 32-year-old served Nigeria for 10 years, making 83 appearances for the three-time African champions. The centre-back was Player of the Tournament […] CAF hails Troost-Ekong on Super Eagles’ retirement

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops on internal operations rescued 318 kidnap victims, arrested 74 terrorists’ collaborators, oil thieves and other criminals in November. The director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, who gave the figures yesterday, said 69 terrorists’ and their families surrendered to troops in the North East within the month. […]

The comptroller-general of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nana Nandap, has urged officers in border areas to be more proactive in discharging their duties. She made the appeal yesterday when she addressed both senior and junior officers of the NIS in Bakin Ruwa border checkpoint, during a visit to ascertain the level of destruction […]

Obi described the move as profound insensitivity to the suffering of Nigerians. The post Distribution Of Campaign Vehicles, Misplacement Of Priorities — Peter Obi appeared first on Channels Television.

The United Nations Children’s FundUNICEF)-supported Progressing Action on Resilient System for Nutrition Through Innovation and Partnership (PARSNIP) project, backed by the Gombe State government and UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), has recorded gains in the fight against child malnutrition. Over 106,000 children and 50,000 caregivers have benefitted from improved nutrition services across Kwami, […]

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Umar Sani, has faulted the recent suspension moves by the faction loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, insisting that the group lacks the legitimacy to sanction anyone within the party. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Friday, Sani said Wike and […] PDP crisis: Wike, Anyanwu, releasing expulsion list while hiding — Umar Sani

Bauchi State government has inaugurated a Central Working Committee (CWC) to oversee the establishment of the Mining Institute, Alkaleri, Bauchi State (MIABAS). The ceremony held yesterday at the Ministry of Natural Resources Development headquarters, featured remarks from the ministry’s commissioner, Hon. Mohammed Maiwada Bello. He commended the leadership of Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, describing the […]

The Southern Kaduna Coalition has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing General Christopher Gwabin Musa as minister of defence. The group also commended Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, for what it described as his strategic role in securing the Musa’s nomination. The convener of the coalition, Jonah Bonet Pompo, at a press conference yesterday, […]

North East Development Commission (NEDC) has extended its condolences to the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) following the death of five officers in a recent gun duel with bandits in Sabon Sara village, Darazo local government area of Bauchi State. The commission also sympathised with the families of the slain officers and provided both food and […]

The Department of State Services has arrested a medical doctor ferrying drugs from Sokoto to kidnappers in parts of Kwara State. Security sources disclosed that the doctor was intercepted in the Jebba area of Moro Local Government of the state, following intelligence reports about the activities of the kidnappers and their couriers. The secret service […] DSS arrests doctor linked to Kwara kidnapping gangs

Nigeria’s electricity company, the FirstPower Electricity Distribution Limited, FPEDL, has announced a single-day outage in Anambra state. The disco disclosed this in a statement on Friday, noting that the blackout would take place on Sunday from 10am to 1pm. According to FPEDL, the outage is due to enabling the Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, crew […] Disco announces blackout in Anambra

The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo State, has matriculated no fewer than 1,232 students into its professional and non-professional programmes with a charge to the freshmen to exhibit excellence and diligence. With the new undergraduates taking the matriculation oath The post UNIMED matriculates 1,232 students, seeks global competitiveness appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The UK unveils two programmes worth £12.4m to support Nigeria’s economic reforms, aiming for macroeconomic stability and private-sector growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-unveils-12-4m-programmes-to-support-nigerias-economic-reforms/

The commissioner of police, Delta State, Olufemi Abaniwonda, has directed the deputy commissioner of police (Operations), Olumuyiwa Adejobi,  all area commanders, divisional police officer and tactical commanders to arrest anyone found in possession of fireworks. The ban includes the use, sale, and display of pyrotechnics, including fireworks and firecrackers known as ‘knock-out’ and ‘banger’. The […]

Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command attached to the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad have arrested five armed robbery and one-chance criminal suspects. The suspects were arrested in a series of coordinated operations and investigations conducted between November 22nd and December 1st, 2025. Spokesman of the command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, identified the suspects as Ikechukwu Patrick […]

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, on Friday dismissed what it termed the “latest infantile rant” from the African Democratic Congress, ADC, against President Bola Tinubu. It was reacting to the ADC’s remark that Tinubu has abandoned governance for politics amid the renewed insecurity in Nigeria. The ADC, while condemning the […] Tinubu: Governance not for internally displaced politicians – APC replies ADC

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has struck out the case instituted by the Attorney General of Osun State on the withholding of the state’s local government funds by the office of the Attorney General of the Federation. In its lead judgement on Friday, the court ruled that the Osun AGF lacked locus standi to institute […] The post BREAKING: Supreme Court Strikes Out Osun AGF’s Suit On Withholding Of LG Funds appeared first on OsunDefender.

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he feels “perfectly safe” in Nigeria, despite reading worrying reports before his trip, dismissing the negative alerts.

He also reaffirmed the organisation’s support to the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in the next implementation phase, which incorporates comprehensive HIV, Tuberculosis (TB) and Family Planning (FP) services. The post SFH to facilitate enrollment of 1.9m people living with HIV into health insurance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Excitement is building ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, which takes place this Friday in Washington at 17:00 GMT. The ceremony promises a glamorous start, complete with musical performances and appearances by global celebrities, before the official draw begins. Former England defender Rio Ferdinand will oversee the process, supported by well-known sports icons […]

Residents and business owners in the surrounding communities of Effurun, Delta State, are celebrating the opening of the Alternative Bank (AltBank) branch, which extends its non-interest banking operations to the wider Edo/Delta corridor. The new branch is intended to serve individuals, businesses, and community institutions seeking alternatives to conventional banking, particularly in a region known […]

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) under “Operation Whirlwind” has seized petroleum products worth N181.6 million in eight weeks between the Nigeria and Cameroon borders. ACG Kolapo Oladeji, National Coordinator of Operation Whirlwind, disclosed this at a news conference on Thursday The post Customs seize petroleum products worth N181.6m in Adamawa appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Napoli have a chance to strike a blow against Juventus as the two great Serie A rivals face off on Sunday in another episode of Europe’s tightest league title race. Reigning champions Napoli trail current table-toppers AC Milan on goal The post Champions Napoli continue title defence with visit to Juve appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio will deliver the 49th convocation lecture of the Obafemi Awolowo University OAU, Ile-Ife, Osun State. The post Akpabio to deliver OAU’s 49th convocation lecture appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Nigerian man shared his experience after going to a bank to withdraw money on his birthday. He shared a video of the unexpected reaction he got from the bankers.

Imo State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old businesswoman, Juliet Igwe, for allegedly using candlelight to inflict injuries on the private parts of her six-year-old female maid simply identified as Onyinyechi. The businesswoman also used hot water to peel off the infant’s two hand and used a candle wat to scald her body. Parading the […]

Meghan Markle’s father, Thomas Markle, has had his left leg amputated below the knee in an emergency operation.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has identified Imo State as a significant pillar in Nigeria’s economic diversification agenda, primed for rapid growth in technology, gas utilisation, agro-industrial processing and small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs). He said the federal government is committed to providing access to financing through the Bank of Industry and the Development Bank of […]