Owolabi Salis warns President Tinubu about worsening Nigeria insecurity, urging an aggressive strategy to combat emboldened bandits and prevent tragedy. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-tinubu-must-act-decisively-owolabi-salis-warns/

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo reveals he doesn’t know his exact age, estimating it based on his elderly schoolmates still alive. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-dont-know-my-exact-age-obasanjo-reveals/

The Federal Government has reportedly secured the release of 100 pupils kidnapped from St. Mary’s Private Catholic School in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area, Niger State. The children were among 303 students and staff abducted when suspected terrorists raided the school in the early hours of November 21. The News Chronicle recalls that the attackers, […]

Manchester City will head to the Bernabeu for the fifth time in four years with more spring in their step than their last visit. Pep Guardiola’s side were broken and… The post Real Madrid Problems Mount As Nine Players Could Miss Man City Match appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Anthony Ufoh The awaited friendly match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Pharaohs of Egypt has been postponed to December 16 by the World Football ruling body, FIFA.… The post AFCON: FIFA Rule Pushes Egypt, Nigeria Friendly To 16 December appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The decision by world football-governing body, FIFA that Clubs can hold on to their players until Monday, 15 December 2025 before they are released for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has necessitated the postponement of the pre-AFCON friendly between Nigeria and Egypt. Seven-time winners Egypt and three-time winners Nigeria were scheduled to [...]

The Lagos State government is offering a 25% subsidy on fish and poultry feeds to farmers in Agege and Alimosho under the Ounje Eko Farmers’ Subsidy programme.

Gani Adams strongly supports state police in Nigeria, arguing that local officers are essential for effective intelligence and tackling worsening insecurit Read More: https://punchng.com/state-police-key-to-tackling-insecurity-says-gani-adams/

A Nigerian man who said he had known activist Harrison Gwamnishu for five years showed a screenshot of their chat. He also shared why people should pray for him.

Trade unions at the Louvre Museum in Paris on Monday called for a rolling strike next week over working conditions, piling more bad news on the beleaguered institution.

The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Niger State chapter, said it has not received any official confirmation regarding reports that 100 of the students abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri have been released. In a statement issued on Monday, the state chairman of CAN, Bishop Bulus Yohanna, said the […] Niger school abduction: We aren’t officially aware of 100 students release – CAN

Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo makes a surprising revelation about his true age, reflecting on why he created his presidential library.

EdenOceans Club, founded by the mothers of Tems and Ayra Starr, launches in Lagos to empower women with integrated wellness, leadership support, and community.

The hotels are booked and final preparations for the festivals and concerts are under way, as Lagos prepares for "Detty December", Nigeria's end-of-year frenzy. The post Nigeria’s cash-splashing ‘Detty December’ festivities kick off in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.

Femi Fani-Kayode hails Nigerian forces for the successful Niger schoolchildren rescue and for foiling a coup attempt in the Benin Republic. Read More: https://punchng.com/fani-kayode-hails-armed-forces-for-rescuing-100-niger-schoolchildren-foiling-benin-coup/

A group of Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, of Tiv origin has called on the Taraba State Government and Governor Agbu Kefas to uphold constitutional provisions guaranteeing equal protection for all citizens, alleging ongoing discrimination and forced displacement in parts of the state. The call was made on Monday in a press statement issued by Peter […] IDPs accuse Taraba govt of unequal protection, alleged land dispossession

Akwa United head coach Paul Offor, has expressed dissatisfaction with the outcome of their matchday four fixture against Godswill Akpabio FC. The Promise Keepers were held to a 1-1 draw by Godswill Akpabio at the Uyo Township Stadium on Sunday. Offor insisted they failed to convert their chances in the game. He however expressed satisfaction […] NNL: Offor unhappy with Akwa United’s draw with Godswill Akpabio FC

Peter Obi pledges to pay NECO fees for 148 inmates in Anambra correctional centres, advocating for education as a tool for rehabilitation and social reintegration.

The Ojibara of Bayagan-Ile, Kamilu Abdul-Salami, was abducted on 29 November in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State The post Family faults government response as Kwara traditional ruler spends nine days in captivity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Panic has spread across Adamawa State after armed Chobo-speaking militia from Gombe and Adamawa launched coordinated attacks on Bachama communities in Lamurde LGA, destroying Tingno, Waduku and nearby villages. Residents said the attackers advanced from the creeks and overran several settlements before youths stopped them from reaching Rigange. The renewed violence comes days after Governor […]

IPI Nigeria wants the Nigerian government to end harassment of journalists and review repressive media laws. The post IPI Nigeria to FG: Stop states, security agencies from harassing journalists appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

TOYIN ADEBAYO, ABUJA Nigeria is on the brink of a major public health emergency due to persistent shortages of family planning commodities, a situation stakeholders say could trigger rising unsafe… The post Family Planning Crisis Looms: Nigeria Risks Overwhelmed Health System, Rising Unsafe Abortions — AHBN Warns appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Toni Payne's assist to Honoka Hayashi led Everton to a 1-0 win over Chelsea, ending the Blues' 34-match unbeaten run in the Barclays Women's Super League.

Governor Hyacinth Alia’s assumption of office in Benue State in 2023 is generally regarded as a blessing for the people of the North Central State, particularly, because of his unprecedented commitment demonstrated so far by fostering development, peace, and social welfare. His leadership has enshrined a fresh wave of public trust; a renewed sense of […] Tersoo Kula – Alia – God’s huge blessing given to Benue in 2023

Anthony Ufoh The men and officers of the Nigerian Army, under the codename “Operation FASAN YAMMA, have neutralised 11 terrorists who were ambushed in the village of Kurawa, Sabon Birni… The post 11 Insurgents Neutralised By The  Nigerian Army In  Sokoto appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Dr. Sam Amadi, has said that the recent fact-finding mission conducted in Nigeria by a United States congressional delegation indicates a lack of confidence in the Nigerian government’s official accounts of insecurity and religious freedom issues. Speaking on Arise News, Amadi said the visit, which […] US fact-finding mission shows distrust of Nigeria’s official – Sam Amadi

The Taraba State APC Chairman has confirmed Governor Agbu Kefas will officially join the party in January 2026 after postponing his initial defection. Read More: https://punchng.com/taraba-gov-to-officially-join-apc-in-january-2026/

The World Health Organization's chief said Monday that 114 people, including 63 children, were killed in "senseless" strikes on a hospital in Sudan's South Kordofan last Thursday, as he pleaded for a ceasefire. The post WHO says 114 killed in Thursday strikes on Sudan kindergarten, hospital appeared first on Vanguard News.

He added that he has some powers that he has not yet touched, urging other pastors to come or for a challenge...

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ mother, Janice Combs, has slammed Netflix over its new four-part docuseries on her son, calling it a deliberate attempt to damage their family name.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has turned down the request of Biafra nation agitator, Nnamdi Kanu, seeking transfer from Sokoto prison to either Kuje prison in the Federal Capital Territory or Keffi prison in Nasarawa State. Kanu had filed an ex-parte application through the Legal Aid Council, praying the court to approve his request […] Nnamdi Kanu suffers first setback in suit seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison

Despite the threats of shutting down unregistered business by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), starting a PoS business has been made easy.

TikTok has announced a temporary restriction on access to its live feature during late-night hours for users in Nigeria. The social media platform has issued an in-app notice to creators to inform them. According to the notice, their decision is a part of an ongoing safety investigation. At midnight Nigerian time on Sunday, the platform […] TikTok restricts Nigerian users from going live at night

As news of Nigeria’s involvement spread, social media claims alleged that President Tinubu “bombed” Benin on the orders of French President Emmanuel Macron. The post Explainer: Did Nigeria act legally by sending fighter jets into Benin? Here’s what the law says appeared first on Vanguard News.

The WRA officials, escorted by armed police officers, allegedly vandalised the critical water infrastructure last week

As they prepare to launch their AFCON 2025 campaign on Moroccan soil, much of Nigeria’s hopes will rest on whether Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman can be the most lethal… The post Osimhen And Lookman: The Explosive Strike Partnership Set To Define AFCON 2025 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.