Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has imposed a 24-hour Igbajo curfew following a breakdown of law and order linked to the death of a local monarch. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-imposes-24-hour-curfew-on-osun-community/

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has approved a 13th-month salary bonus for state workers to help them celebrate the Christmas season with ease. Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-gov-approves-13th-month-salary-for-workers/

Nicola Pietrangeli, a two-time French Open champion and the only Italian in the World Tennis Hall of Fame, has passed away at the age of 92. Read More: https://punchng.com/italian-tennis-icon-pietrangeli-dies-at-92/

Explore the 10 biggest Nigerian government decisions of 2025. From security emergencies and education reform to passport fee hikes, see what shaped the nat Read More: https://punchng.com/10-government-decisions-that-shaped-nigeria-in-2025/

Dutch prosecutors on Friday pressed for stiff prison sentences against a father and his two sons accused of murdering 18-year-old Ryan Al Najjar over what they considered her “Western” lifestyle, which they believed brought shame to their family. Al Najjar’s body was found on May 28, 2024, in a lake near Joure in the northern […]

The lawmaker representing Kogi West Senatorial District, Senator Sunday  Karimi, has called on the Federal Government and all sub-national authorities to work towards the unconditional release of worshippers abducted during a Sunday attack on a C&S Church branch in Ejiba, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State. In a statement issued to newsmen in […]

LAGOS, NIGERIA – As the year winds down, the energy ramps up!  From December 1st to 31st, the POCO Year-End Carnival is in full swing. When you shop any POCO product during this period, you’re in for a treat of multiple rewards: not only will you benefit from instant discounts and free gifts, but also stand […] The post POCO’s Year-End Carnival: Reliable Performance You Need, Real Deals You Want appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Minister of Transportation and ex-Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed claims that he may serve as a vice-presidential candidate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar or join any joint ticket ahead of the 2027 elections. The clarification followed a comment by Atiku’s ally and media entrepreneur, Dele Momodu, who suggested that Amaechi might […]

A court in Bangladesh has sentenced United Kingdom MP Tulip Siddiq to two years in jail in absentia, ruling on Monday that she was involved in corrupt land deals

The Kano State Government has dismissed widespread rumours suggesting an impending security crisis in the state, insisting that Kano remains calm, stable and fully secure. The clarification followed a State Security Council meeting held on Sunday, attended by all service chiefs, where Governor Abba Yusuf received a detailed briefing on current security operations across the […] Kano govt dismisses security threat rumours, warns against fake alerts

The Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu FCVSN, has called for a more coordinated and robust approach to securing Nigerian universities in the face of deepening national security challenges. Delivering an engaging lecture at the 70th edition of the Nigerian Army Resource Centre (NARC) Monthly Series held on Thursday […]

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has ordered a statewide ban on masquerade displays, citing...

Spiritual leader and founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned of a looming crisis within

 Francis Onoiribholo  Former national president of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Rev. Dr Felix Omobude, has stated that the systematic killing of Christians, which started several years ago in… The post Christian Killings In Nigeria Is Very Real – Ex-President Of PFN appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The presidency defends President Tinubu’s latest ambassadorial nominations, asserting it is his prerogative to select envoys for his administration. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-has-prerogative-to-choose-ambassadors-says-presidency/

The presidency defends President Tinubu’s latest ambassadorial nominations, insisting the president has the prerogative to choose what is best for Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-has-prererogative-to-choose-ambassadors-says-presidency/

The gunmen stormed the church during its regular Sunday service, abducting the pastor, his wife...

Since hitting a record of around $4.3 trillion in size, the entire crypto market has lost over $1 trillion in value. The post Bitcoin Falls 5% Below $90,000 appeared first on Channels Television.

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has banned masquerade street displays, citing concerns over terrorism and extortion. Security agencies are ordered to arrest vio Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-gov-bans-masquerade-street-displays/

Since the events of 9/11, terrorism has been treated as a global security issue. Any nation where terrorists operate becomes a concern to the rest of the world.

Tung told a news conference those arrested were aged between 40 and 77. The post 13 Arrested For Manslaughter Over Hong Kong Fire, Police Say appeared first on Channels Television.

Governor Adeleke, in line with the new directive on the 24 hour curfew, accordingly issued a stern warning to all the natives and non natives of the hitherto peaceful Igbajo community, to continue to toe the path of peace and order as anyone found or caught in any act, openly or clandestinely, that has the tendency of further plunging the town into chaos would be dealt with in line with the dictates of the law.

Governor Uba Sani has described Dr Tajudeen Abbas as one of the best House Speakers in the history of the National Assembly because of his ability to manage the complexities of the lower Legislative Chamber. The Governor, who was the Special Guest of Honour at the Renewed Hope Empowerment Programme, sponsored by the Speaker in […] Uba Sani to Speaker Abbas: We’re proud of your achievements

….Commiserates With Deputy Governor’s Convoy SEGUN OLANIYAN KATSINA Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, on Sunday witnessed two tragic road accidents while returning from the first phase of his… The post Radda Witness Two Road Accidents, Four Lives Lost appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigeria is living through a season when outrage is easier to manufacture than truth. A few screenshots, a cluster of unverified figures, and a sprinkling of anonymous sources are now enough to ignite a digital firestorm dressed up as public accountability. It is in this murky space, where allegation is too often mistaken for adjudication, [...]

A spokesperson to Mr Sylva said the former minister had written to the anti-graft agency, pledging to appear before it on a medically feasible date agreed upon by both parties. The post Timipre Sylva begs govt to release four detained aides appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Burkina Faso strikers Dango Ouattara and Bertrand Traore scored to help Brentford and Sunderland win in the Premier League at the weekend. The post African players in Europe: Burkina Faso stars on target appeared first on Vanguard News.

“After the incident, the DSS and the military were involved in the rescue effort. They got in contact with the bandits to release the captives unharmed…The security agencies have a way of contacting these people. They (bandits) know the consequences of not acquiescing to government demands. They know they could be pummelled”, thus the president’s […] The post If our security infrastructure is to properly “pummel” bandits, By Uddin Ifeanyi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN), has doused possible fears that the RMRDC 30% Value Addition Bill may scare away foreign investors and contravene free trade agreements. The Bill, which was sponsored by Senator The post RMRDC 30% Value-Addition law will attract investors, boost industrialisation, Udeh appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Italian tennis is in mourning following the death of Nicola Pietrangeli, the country’s greatest pre-Sinner era player and a two-time French Open champion. He was 92.

Anthony Ufoh Medical doctors in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have suspended their indefinite strike after 30 days of downing tools. Dr George, President of the Association of Resident Doctors… The post Doctors Suspends Indefinite Strike In FCT appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has ordered all construction companies operating on roads across the country to ensure adequate placement of road signs at all construction sites. The FRSC The post FRSC orders adequate road signs at construction sites to ensure public safety appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Resident doctors in the FCT have suspended their indefinite strike following approvals from the minister, but may resume if demands are not met in 4 weeks. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-fct-doctors-suspend-indefinite-strike/

The Trump administration issued the pause in the aftermath of the shooting in Washington on November 26, which left 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom dead and another guardsman critically wounded. The post US Freeze On Asylum Decisions Will Last A Long Time — Trump appeared first on Channels Television.

Mr Malami earlier honoured an EFCC invitation on 28 November regarding the allegations. The post Ex-AGF Malami opens up on EFCC’s allegations after facing questioning, denies wrongdoing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has submitted a fresh list of commissioner–nominees to the State House of Assembly as part of ongoing efforts to reconstitute his cabinet.  The nominees are The post Ekiti 2026: Oyebanji reappoints sacked commissioners, forwards names to Assembly appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.