NNPC’s CEO hails the Dangote Refinery as a critical stabilizer for Nigeria’s fuel supply, providing vital breathing space for the nation’s energy future. Read More: https://punchng.com/thank-god-for-dangote-refinery-ojulari-tells-nigerians/

The Edo State Government has approved a two-week closed camping program for athletes and coaches ahead of the second edition of the Niger Delta Games. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-okays-two-week-closed-camping-ahead-of-niger-delta-games/

Public anger grows in Senegal over a sanitary pad scandal involving a Chinese firm accused of using expired materials. The company denies all allegations. Read More: https://punchng.com/anger-mounts-in-senegal-over-sanitary-pad-scandal/

The Nigerian Army has debunked social media reports that soldiers were killed during the recent Ebonyi community crisis in the Oso Edda community. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-soldier-killed-in-ebonyi-community-crisis-says-army/

Political analyst Akinwunmi Akinfenwa asserts Governor Seyi Makinde’s firm control over Oyo State politics compared to the influence of Nyesom Wike. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-makinde-holds-superior-ground-over-wike-says-akinfenwa/

Ohanaeze Ndigbo calls on the Federal Government to prioritize funding for the South-East Development Commission to address grievances and spur regional gro Read More: https://punchng.com/ohanaeze-urges-fg-to-prioritise-south-east-development-commission/

The FRSC reports a 9.2% rise in road traffic crashes to 10,446 in 2025, with 5,289 fatalities. Learn about the causes and new safety measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/frsc-records-10446-crashes-5289-deaths-in-2025/

INEC assures its full readiness for the 2027 General Election, finalizing its timetable and schedule despite delays in the amended Electoral Act’s passage. Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-assures-nigerians-of-readiness-for-2027-polls/

An Emir urges community leaders to prioritize girls’ education as a powerful tool to prevent the devastating consequences of early marriage on young girls. Read More: https://punchng.com/encourage-girls-education-over-early-marriage-emir-urges-community-leaders/

NAFDAC has issued a public disclaimer disowning a fake recruitment notice. The agency warns job seekers to disregard the fraudulent information and avoid s Read More: https://punchng.com/nafdac-disowns-fake-recruitment-notice/

The National Councillors Forum of Nigeria has formally declared its support for President Asiwaju Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, citing the restoration of Local Government autonomy as a landmark achievement for grassroots development. The post LG Autonomy a ‘game changer’, 9,000 Councilors declare, back Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

An Adamawa Rep, Muhammed Basil, has urged former VP Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from partisan politics and assume the role of an elder statesman for Nigeria Read More: https://punchng.com/quits-partisan-politics-adamawa-rep-advises-atiku/

A Nigerian woman survived a snakebite during a hospital strike and revealed how the University of Ibadan ensured she received full treatment for free.

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia orders a manhunt for terrorists after a deadly attack in Abande community kills several people, including a police offic Read More: https://punchng.com/alia-orders-manhunt-for-terrorists-behind-recent-benue-attack/

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Tuesday hosted Ambassadors of India, Egypt, Indonesia, the Philippines, Turkey, Malaysia and Qatar in Maiduguri. The delegation was accompanied by the United Nations…

To address it, the ex-CBN governor called for stiffer action against perpetrators. The post ‘You Cannot Beat A Woman In The Name Of Culture’: Emir Sanusi Condemns Domestic Abuse appeared first on Channels Television.

An investigation has exposed how a Nigerian socialite impersonated a Dubai prince to defraud an unsuspecting Romanian businesswoman of more than $2.5 million.

“FUET will promote environmental sustainability and address the unique ecological and developmental challenges of the Niger Delta region,” he said.

Under a new board-approved strategy, Mr Ojulari said the company is no longer looking for contractors to run its refineries but experienced global operators with proven track records. The post Why Nigeria’s refineries failed — Ojulari appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing persistent and unresolved internal conflicts plaguing the party.

The Lagos State Water Corporation, LWC, has begun a major rehabilitation of the Iju and Adiyan water treatment facilities as part of efforts to improve potable water supply and service efficiency across the state. The eight-month project, designed to upgrade aging infrastructure and strengthen water production capacity, was formally unveiled on Tuesday during a project […] Lagos begins eight-month rehabilitation of Iju, Adiyan water plants

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will begin their training camp for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Friday, February 20.

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has issued a 60-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to commence comprehensive environmental cleanup of oil-impacted communities in the Niger Delta, warning that continued…

The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) Anambra State chapter has applauded the recent approval by the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for a 50% reduction in both the expression of interest form and nomination form fees for Councillorship and Local Government Chairmanship positions ahead of the forthcoming local government elections for persons with disabilities […]

By Vincent Ujumadu There are fears that the high profile Hill View Housing Estate, Nkwele Ezunaka in Oyi local government area of Anambra State, might be flooded during the coming rainy season if the host community continues with the ongoing channelization of Ezu and Oja rivers in the area. The estate, which was acquired in […] The post Fear grips residents of Anambra’s largest estate as host community re-channels river appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Niger State Police Command has rescued four tree cutters abducted by suspected bandits following a gun duel in the Kankara area of the state. The rescue was disclosed in a post shared on X on Wednesday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the post, the operation occurred on February 3, 2026, when police [...]

**Ready for February 21 Bye-elections The desire of many Nigerians to see new political parties ahead of the 2027 General Election may soon materialise as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is expected to make public names of new political parties. This much was disclosed by INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan on Wednesday in [...]

Quest Merchant Bank Limited emerges from FBNQuest's rebranding, post-CBN approval, promising continuity and growth in Nigeria's dynamic financial landscape.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has backed Morocco to challenge for the 2026 World Cup title after their painful AFCON 2025 final defeat to Senegal.

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has said road traffic crashes increased by 9.2 percent in 2025, rising from 9,570 in 2024 to 10,446 in 2025, even as the number of persons killed declined slightly by 2.4 percent. The post Road crashes rise 9.2% in 2025 as FRSC records slight drop in deaths appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Army has vowed to recover the severed heads of victims killed during a recent attack on Okporojo village in Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, allegedly carried out by suspected warlords from Amasiri in Afikpo Local Government Area. The post Ebonyi Boundary Killings: Army vows to recover severed heads, says no soldier killed appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, says the persistent child marriage in parts of northern Nigeria is as a result of the failure of the government to provide adequate schools and structured opportunities for young girls after primary education. Sanusi made the revelation on Wednesday when he featured on ‘The Morning Brief’, a programme […] Sanusi reveals real issue fueling child marriage in Northern Nigeria

A young man who was bitten by a green snake several years ago shared how he almost died and what happened to him as he reacted to Ifunanya Nwangene's death.

The third edition of the Kada Unity Cup burst into life with a thrilling harvest of goals and dazzling football action as the tournament kicked off on Tuesday at the…

US has confirmed that its $537m consulate project in Eko Atlantic city, Lagos, will be ready for occupancy in early 2028, with 2,500 Nigerians expected to get jobs.

A foundation raises alarm over preventable cancer deaths among indigent women in Nigeria, citing poverty, stigma, and poor access to healthcare. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cancer-day-foundation-raises-alarm-over-silent-deaths-of-indigent-women/