Actress Rosy Meurer denies ever being friends with Tonto Dikeh, stating she never met her before marrying her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-ive-never-met-her-rosy-meurer-denies-being-tonto-dikehs-friend-before-marrying-churchill/

JAMB announces 12,860 candidates have completed UTME registration in Jigawa state across 16 CBT centers. Get the details on the figures and deadlines. Read More: https://punchng.com/12860-candidates-register-for-utme-in-jigawa/

The Anambra State House of Assembly is reviewing the suspension of Hon. Bernard Udemezue, potentially recalling the lawmaker suspended over a social media Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-assembly-moves-to-recall-lawmaker-suspended-over-social-media-post/

As Lent and Ramadan 2026 begin, Nonye Soludo and the Alaafin of Oyo call for interfaith unity, love, and tolerance among Nigerians. A time for peace. Read More: https://punchng.com/soludos-wife-alaafin-urges-unity-as-lent-ramadan-commence/

Bukola Saraki urges compassion for Ramadan and begins annual food distribution across Kwara to support Muslim faithful and the less privileged. Read More: https://punchng.com/ramadan-saraki-preaches-compassion-distributes-food-in-kwara/

Gateway Mortgage Bank secures N2.2bn from a federal fund to offer low-interest loans, boosting affordable homeownership for Nigerians at home and abroad. Read More: https://punchng.com/gateway-mortgage-bank-secures-n2-2bn-federal-fund-to-boost-homeownership/

Ahead of the FCT poll, the police command has deployed personnel and announced a movement restriction from 6 am to 6 pm to ensure a peaceful election. Read More: https://punchng.com/fct-poll-police-deploy-personnel-restrict-movement/

Experts at Nigeria Circular Economy Week call for government support and investment to turn the country’s waste into wealth, creating jobs and a cleaner en Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-urge-govt-support-investment-to-turn-waste-into-wealth/

Aliko Dangote forecasts a significant strengthening in the Naira exchange rate, predicting it could reach N1,100 to the dollar due to government reforms. Read More: https://punchng.com/naira-could-hit-n1100-to-1-in-2026-says-dangote/

Gabon’s media regulator announces an immediate social media ban, suspending access to Facebook and TikTok over concerns about hate and conflict-inducing po Read More: https://punchng.com/gabon-shuts-down-facebook-tiktok-over-hate-conflict-inducing-posts/

Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing the necessary support to the Nigerian Army to enhance the safety and security of citizens. The post Gov Fintiri reaffirms commitment to support Military operations appeared first on Vanguard News.

As Christians in Nigeria and around the world observe Ash Wednesday, the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has noted that this is the season leaders and citizens should pause, reflect, and think carefully about the direction of the country. The apex Christian association noted that Nigeria is passing through a challenging period, stressing that many […] Ash Wednesday: Find lasting solutions to Nigeria’s problems’ – CAN urges government

By Godwin Oritse Conversations on Nigeria’s investment climate were reinvigorated at the European Business Chamber Nigeria (Eurocham) Annual Conference and Expo, as business leaders emphasised that predictable and stable economic regulations are essential to sustaining investor confidence and attracting long-term capital commitments. Speaking at the roundtable on European Business Perspectives in Nigeria, APM Terminals Nigeria […] The post Consistent policies will accelerate Nigeria’s trade and investment outlook – APMT appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Uba Sani has said that the central focus of his electrification drive is to boost economic activities and strengthen small and medium enterprises. He made this known at the flagging off of Phase One of the distribution of 600 transformers and accessories across the 23 Local Government and the deployment of 10,000 solar-powered street […] Access to electricity will no longer be a privilege in Kaduna – Gov Sani

Nigeria faces a recurrent policy choice. Persisting with a model that tolerates asset neglect has institutionalised decay and reduced the efficiency of public expenditure. A shift toward asset restoration as a core governance principle would prioritise value recovery, accelerate service delivery, and strengthen fiscal discipline. This approach does not substitute for new infrastructure investment; rather, […] The post Asset restoration and value recovery: A new direction for Nigerian infrastructure governance, By David Ugwunta appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has says the electronic transmission of election results does not fully guarantee free, fair and credible elections. Sani said this on Wednesday during an interview on ‘Sunrise Daily’, a programme on Channels Television. He was reacting to the recent passage of the Electoral Act. DAILY POST reports that the […] E-transmission does not guarantee free, fair, credible elections – Shehu Sani

The Speaker, Chiroma Mashio, announced the decision after the assembly resumed from its annual recess. The post Yobe assembly probes alleged health workers’ misconduct, doctor shortage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Paris Saint-Germain pulled off a sensational second-half comeback to defeat AS Monaco 3-2 in a captivating UEFA Champions League knockout stage clash at the Stade Louis II. The hosts had raced into a two-goal lead, only for PSG’s star power to ultimately prevail. Monaco stunned the Parisian giants early, with Folarin Balogun finding the net […]

The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has called on residents to renew their commitment to building a just and harmonious society as Muslims commence this year’s Ramadan fasting. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Osogbo, the governor congratulated the Muslim Ummah on witnessing another holy month, describing justice as the foundation of a […] Adeleke urges justice, unity in Osun as Ramadan begins

Warri Wolves FC has once again directed head coach Napoleon Aluma to step aside following a string of poor results in the Nigeria Premier Football League.   The decision came less than 24 hours after the Seasiders fell to a 4 2 defeat against Shooting Stars Sports Club, a loss that deepened concerns over the […]

A Nigerian man has gone viral on social media after sharing how he reacted to receiving N147 million cash. Netizens reacted massively in the comments.

Aliko Dangote, has appointed his daughters to key executive positions within the Dangote Group as part of a broader leadership restructuring and succession plan.

The President-General of the Ogun State Muslim Council (OMC), Professor Saka Adelola Matemilola, has described the rare convergence of Ramadan and Lent as a powerful symbol of unity and interfaith…

Nigeria’s para-badminton sensation Bolaji has soared to the summit of the global rankings, emerging as World No. 1 following a dominant performance at the Bahrain Para-Badminton Tournament. The Nigerian star…

Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to principled and constructive diplomacy. He spoke when he hosted members of the Diplomatic Corps and…

John Terry has fired back at comparisons between himself and Liverpool defender, Virgil van Dijk, insisting that any debate about who was the better Premier League defender must be grounded in accurate statistics. The post ‘Get your facts right’, John Terry reacts to Van Dijk comparison appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Taraba State University branch, has resumed its previously suspended indefinite strike, citing the Taraba State Government’s failure to implement an agreement reached with the union on January 17, 2025. In a press statement signed by the union’s chairman, Dr. Joshua Garba Mbave, and made available to journalists on […] ASUU resumes indefinite strike at Taraba university

Aliko Dangote predicts the Nigerian naira could strengthen to N1,000 per dollar this year, praising government reforms and urging support for local manufacturing.

The Police in Niger State have recovered three AK-47 rifles and six magazines following a motorcycle accident involving two suspected arms couriers along the Boyi Sarki–Toll Gate axis. A counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, made this known on Wednesday via X handle. It said the incident happened at about […] Police recover three rifles, ammunition after accident in Niger

Nigeria’s senior women’s national team, the Nigeria women’s national football team, are gearing up for high-profile international friendlies against long-time rivals, the Cameroon women’s national football team, as part of…

It explained that the measure is to create a calm and morally conducive environment for Muslim faithful to observe the fasting without distractions. The post Ramadan: Kano Govt Orders Closure of Entertainment Centres, Exempts Event Venues appeared first on Channels Television.

Six Russian and four Belarusian athletes are set to compete under their respective national flags at the upcoming Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina, marking a significant shift in policy by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). This decision comes despite strong condemnation from UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy. The IPC had initially suspended both nations from Paralympic […]

The former governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the November 8 governorship election in Anambra state, Mr. John Chuma Nwosu, has commended the security partnership between Nigeria…

A traditional ruler from the South-East, Eze Lawrence Agubuzu, has urged President Bola Tinubu to release the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, or return him to Kenya where he was arrested. Agubuzu, who is the Eze Ogbunechendo of Ezema Olo Kingdom in Enugu State, made the appeal on […]

Britain has some of the highest energy prices in Europe, driven by its reliance on natural gas and the costs of transitioning to renewables, which are passed on to bills. The post UK Manufacturers Struggle Under Sky-High Energy Bills appeared first on Channels Television.

WHO reports on the successful Enugu vaccination campaign, reaching over 2.1 million children with measles, rubella, and cervical cancer vaccines. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-vaccinates-over-2-1m-children-against-measles-rubella-who/