Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu denies reports that the EFCC found $13 million in her home, clarifying the actual amounts were $50,000 and N13 million. Read More: https://punchng.com/only-50000-n13m-found-in-my-house-not-13m-achimugu/

Kwara State has commenced mandatory vaccination for 1,714 intending pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj, ensuring compliance with Saudi Arabian health requirements. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-begins-vaccination-of-pilgrims-ahead-of-2026-hajj/

Unlike his contemporaries, who concentrate on the spirituality of their flock, Pastor Solomon Folorunsho focuses on the total well-being of his congregation. While others stopped at being general overseers and founders of their ministries, Folorunsho runs the Home for the Needy Foundation, where he feeds the hungry, clothes the naked, and trains orphans and persons […]

A woman identified as Mallama delivered twin baby boys at an empowerment programme held on Sunday evening in Birnin Kebbi, attended by Governor Nasir Idris and his Wife, Zainab Nasare. A multitude of women gathered under the auspices of a Non-Governmental Organisation,” Mu gudu tare, mu tsira tar”, who converged on the Haliru Abdu Stadium, […]

The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Ireti Kingibe, says every aspect of the Electoral Act document has been turned upside down. Kingibe made this known on Monday during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’. The lawmaker said she was on the Committee for Electoral Reforms, noting that most items in the Act […] Every aspect of Electoral Act was turned upside down – Kingibe

Suspected gunmen reportedly killed a herder and shot 21 cattle in Diyan village, Riyom District, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. The State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo, told journalists in Jos on Monday that the deceased was identified as Rabiu AliyuYa’uu. He said the attack […]

No fewer than 29 persons have been confirmed dead in a fresh attack by insurgents in the Gombi local government area of Adamawa state. Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has confirmed the fatality  rate during the spot visit to the Guyaku community, the affected community In the Gombi Local Government Area of the state, on Monday. […]

Manchester United midfielder, Casemiro, on Monday night, made history following his side’s Premier League 2-1 win over Brentford. Two goals from Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko gave the Red Devils all three points against Brentford at Old Trafford. The win over Brentford means Man United remain in third position on the Premier League table with 61 […] EPL: Casemiro makes history after Man Utd’s 2-1win over Brentford

The Opta SuperComputer has predicted that Arsenal will win this year’s Champions League trophy. Mikel Arteta’s men have been given a 37% probability to lift it for the first time in their history. The Gunners will face Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their semi-final first leg on Wednesday night. They have a higher […] UCL: SuperComputer predicts team to win trophy ahead of semi-final first legs

Ex-Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher, has warned Arsenal that Fulham could be a potential banana skin in the Premier League title race. Carragher was reviewing last weekend’s fixtures on Monday Night Football. Arsenal defeated Newcastle 1-0 to move three points ahead of Manchester City, who still have one oustanding fixture. If Mikel Arteta’s men beat Fulham […] EPL: Carragher names team that could be Arsenal’s banana skin in title race

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has called for a 50 per cent reduction in taxes on workers and manufacturing companies as part of urgent measures to ease rising economic hardship across the country. The demand formed part of resolutions reached at the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the Congress held in Abuja […]

Abductors of children from an orphanage and school located in a remote area of Zariagi, along the Kabba Junction axis of Lokoja in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State, have demanded a ransom of N150 million for their release. The abduction, which occurred late on Sunday night, saw 26 persons—comprising 24 children and two […]

Akwa Ibom State Police command says its operatives have foiled attempted bomb attack at the Ikot Ekpene custodial centre and recovered high Explosive Ordnance within the facility. In a press statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John on Monday night, she the operatives acted on credible intelligence from the authorities of the […] Police foil bomb attack in Ikot Ekpene Correctional centre

In a bid to stabilise supply and curb rising costs in the aviation sector, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has pegged aviation fuel, also known as Jet A1, at a maximum of N2,037 per litre in Abuja, with the product costing between N1,760 and N1,988 per litre in Lagos. The move […]

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the last election, Mr Peter Obi, and some South East leaders have met with former President Goodluck Jonathan. The meeting which took place behind closed door held in Jonathan’s House in Abuja […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Tuesday morning

ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has done an impressive work to transform Nigeria and give Nigerians something to be proud of, presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, has said. The post What Tinubu has done in three years is monumental, says Onanuga appeared first on Vanguard News.

The mother of Abdulsamad Jamiu, a slain corps member, recounts the harrowing night he was allegedly killed by soldiers who stormed their Abuja home. Read More: https://punchng.com/slain-corps-members-mother-recounts-night-of-horror/

Genoa forward Jeff Ekhator discusses his Nigerian roots, fueling speculation about a potential international switch to the Super Eagles from Italy. Read More: https://punchng.com/genoa-star-ekhator-hints-at-eagles-switch/

Read the latest on the Victor Boniface injury update. The Nigerian striker has returned to the Werder Bremen squad after recovering from knee surgery. Read More: https://punchng.com/boniface-back-in-bremen-squad-after-injury-layoff/

An entrepreneur calls for pro-business policies, SME support, and better infrastructure to unlock Northern Nigeria’s vast economic potential and drive grow Read More: https://punchng.com/entrepreneur-enabling-environment-will-unlock-norths-economy/

NSITF’s MD, Oluwaseun Faleye, leads a campaign to get state governors to adopt the Employees’ Compensation Scheme, ensuring worker welfare and protection. Read More: https://punchng.com/taking-employees-compensation-scheme-to-governors/

“The Polling Unit Development Fund will allow members of the community in each polling unit to be able to decide some of the small development projects they will undertake.” The post Gov Namadi signs polling unit development fund, university conversion laws appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

No fewer than 39 persons were killed late Sunday night at Guyaku commubnity in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State by Boko Haram members. The post 50 killed in Adamawa, Benue, Plateau; 23 pupils abducted in Kogi appeared first on Vanguard News.

NIGERIA may be losing about ₦674 billion annually to foreign paper mills as the domestic primary producers closed shops over the past 26 years. The post Paper mills collapse: Nigeria loses ₦674bn annually to foreign producers appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Kwara group endorses Ademola Bello as its preferred Reps candidate for the Ifelodun/Oyun/Offa constituency, citing years of neglect and his plans. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-group-backs-reps-candidate-decries-neglect/

Niger State aspirant Senator Mohammad Enagi explains how a rigged election cost him the opportunity to become a ranking senator in the 9th Assembly. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-i-was-denied-ranking-senator-position-niger-candidate/

Civil society groups in Gombe State urge political parties to adopt affirmative action for the 2027 elections, advocating for special seats for women. Read More: https://punchng.com/groups-seek-affirmative-action-in-upcoming-elections/

At an IWD event in Lagos, leaders called for prioritizing women’s health and wellness as female professional influence continues to rise across sectors. Read More: https://punchng.com/womens-health-takes-centre-stage-at-lagos-iwd-event/

Premier League clubs Bournemouth and Brighton are targeting Millwall winger Femi Azeez after his standout season and decision to represent Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/bournemouth-brighton-battle-for-eagles-bound-azeez/

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly scouting fast-rising Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna. The 18-year-old AIK star has impressed with his recent performances. Read More: https://punchng.com/tottenham-eye-bauchi-born-winger/

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, continue their impressive preparations for the World Cup qualifier with a commanding 7–0 victory in Abuja. Read More: https://punchng.com/flamingos-thrash-nazareth-7-0-in-wcup-qualifier-prep/

Arsenal’s sporting director has reportedly met with Galatasaray to discuss a potential transfer for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen amid growing interest. Read More: https://punchng.com/arsenal-chief-meets-gala-over-osimhen/

Nigeria’s National Sports Commission is targeting a record 22 gold medals at the forthcoming Commonwealth Games, aiming to surpass its 2022 performance. Read More: https://punchng.com/nsc-eyes-22-gold-medals-at-commonwealth-games/

Nigeria’s men’s and women’s teams, led by Quadri Aruna, begin their campaign at the 2026 ITTF World Table Tennis Champs against Saudi Arabia and Wales. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-begin-world-table-tennis-champs-quest-in-london/

Bright Osayi-Samuel reveals a potential move to Besiktas collapsed because his father, a hardcore Fenerbahce fan, would not allow the transfer. Read More: https://punchng.com/my-father-wont-allow-me-join-besiktas-osayi/

The businesswoman came to national attention in January 2024, when she hosted a seven-day 50th birthday celebration on the Caribbean island of Grenada.  The post ‘I’m an entrepreneur; my money not from Sanwo-Olu’  —  Aisha Achimugu appeared first on Vanguard News.