Suspected bandits carry out an Ondo police attack, burning a station in the Ipele-Owo community and causing panic among residents during crossover services Read More: https://punchng.com/panic-as-bandits-attack-police-station-in-ondo/

By Haruna Aliyu Birnin Kebbi: A section of a private rice mill in Birnin Kebbi metropolis collapsed on Tuesday, leaving one staff dead and five others trapped under the metal wreckage. Upon receiving the report, Kebbi State Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, visited the site and ordered immediate rescue efforts, which are ongoing. The […] The post One feared killed, 5 trapped as Kebbi rice mill collapses appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gunmen have abducted Maruf Musa, a former member of the Ogun State House of Assembly. Musa, who represented Ogun Waterside constituency during the sixth assembly (2007–2011), was reportedly kidnapped on Tuesday night in Ibiade, Ogun Waterside LGA. The assailants allegedly fired shots to disperse residents before abducting the former legislator during prayers at a mosque […] The post Gunmen abduct ex-Ogun lawmaker appeared first on Vanguard News.

Damaturu— A suspect, Ibrahim Mohammed, allegedly involved in the December 24 bomb blast at a Maiduguri mosque, has been arrested by a vigilante group in Damaturu, Yobe State. Mohammed was, subsequently, handed over to troops of Sector 2, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), Joint Task Force North-East. Brig.-Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar (retd), Special Adviser on Security Matters […] The post Yobe confirms arrest of suspect linked to Maiduguri bomb blast appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Abel Daniel Lafia— No fewer than four persons were feared killed and over 45 others injured when suspected armed herders attacked Akunza-Ashigye community near Assakio, in Lafia East Development Area of Lafia Local Government Area, Nasarawa State. An eyewitness, Mr. Jonathan Adamu, a resident of Akunza-Ashigye, who spoke to our correspondent on the phone, […] The post 4 killed, 45 injured as herders attack Nasarawa community appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, has accused the Federal Government of using the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to “persecute” him and members of his cabinet for refusing to join the All Progressives Congress, APC. Mohammed made the allegation, yesterday, while receiving an ambassadorial award for safety from the Institute of Safety Professionals […] The post Why I’m being persecuted —Gov Mohammed appeared first on Vanguard News.

For the first time since Brazil 2014 World Cup, members of the Nigeria Supporters Club operated as a “united family” on Tuesday night, The post Supporters Club unite in Morocco appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

NNPC records a N502bn profit after tax for November 2025, driven by strong gas output, while cutting petrol prices to compete in the downstream sector. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-posts-n502bn-profit-cuts-petrol-below-n800-litre/

The Nigerian Air Force details its successful NAF anti-terror operations in 2025, neutralizing 2,351 terrorists through sustained air interdiction missions Read More: https://punchng.com/2351-terrorists-killed-in-2025-air-raids-naf/

The Kwara State government has uncovered a planned attack on public places during New Year’s celebrations and has issued a security alert to residents. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-year-kwara-uncovers-attack-plan-alerts-residents/

At least six passengers have died and four others rescued following a boat mishap along the Nigerdock axis of the Igbologun water channel in Lagos. The post 6 dead, 4 rescued in Lagos boat mishap appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) neutralised no fewer than 2,351 terrorists through sustained, intelligence-driven air operations conducted The post Armed forces neutralise 2,351 terrorists, recount gains in 2025 appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

A former member of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Moruf Musa, has been kidnapped by gunmen at Ibiade in Ogun Waterside Local Council. The post Former Ogun lawmaker kidnapped during prayers in Waterside Council appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

For fear of terrorist attacks in Yola and other parts of Adamawa State, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) suspended the New Year's Eve crossover services in the state. The post ‘Why CAN, governor suspended crossover services in Adamawa’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

From quite early in life, I picked up the intellectual habit of probing the intellects of great thinkers, and there are a whole tribe of them The post Stephen Hawking, AI and the defining questions of our time appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

….says gov’t is stepping into 2026 with hope, faith By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT: Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has urged the people of the state to be undisturbed with reports of crisis in the state, adding that his administration is entering into 2026 with hope and faith. Fubara, however, expressed optimism that 2026 […] The post Be unperturbed by unsettling reports of war – Fubara tasks Rivers people appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) recorded a N36.46tn capitalisation gain in 2025, reflecting strong investor confidence and a surge in the equities mark Read More: https://punchng.com/2025-ngx-recorded-n36-46tn-capitalisation-gain/

By DanielAbia, P/Harcourt Amidst the growing political tension, Rivers state governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has gone spiritual with the assurance that the state cannot go into another round of political war. Fubara expressed optimism that 2026 will usher in improved fortunes for Rivers State and its residents, assuring that his administration is entering the new year […] The post 2026: Fubara goes spiritual, says Rivers not for political war appeared first on Vanguard News.

Explore the complete 2026 sporting calendar for Nigeria. Get dates and details for major events like AFCON, WAFCON, Commonwealth Games, and the Olympics. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-sporting-calendar-nigeria-prepares-for-historic-year/

Time to Fly, a travel and pilgrimage firm duly licensed by the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC), has opened registration for its 2026 Holy Land Experience The post Firm opens registration for 2026 Holy Land Experience appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

LEADING opposition figures have kicked against the commencement of the new tax reforms, today, as insisted by the Federal Government, warning that the move could worsen poverty in the country. The post Tax Laws: ADC, LP, NANS, others kick as implementation begins today appeared first on Vanguard News.

“During 2025, we sustained the momentum on our major reforms. We had a fiscal reset and also recorded steady economic progress." The post 2026 marks more robust phase for economic growth —Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Oluremi @65 Education Fund, established to mark the 65th birthday of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has closed after raising The post Oluremi @65 Education Fund closes, records N25.5b donations appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Bright Osayi-Samuel send support to Anthony Joshua after a fatal car crash claimed two lives. Read More: https://punchng.com/solidarity-osimhen-ndidi-osayi-console-joshua-after-fatal-loss/

The Scoliosis Focus Foundation has called for increased campaigns to drive awareness, early medical intervention The post Foundation rallies support for scoliosis patients appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Egbin Power Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable development and inclusive growth through its Personal Corporate The post Egbin Power recommits to inclusive devt through PCSR initiative appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

For students, 2025 was not just another year on the academic calendar; it was a masterclass in resilience. From the  Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)  agitations to the ray The post Our new year hopes, others, by students appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Happy New Year, and welcome to another drawing board for new resolutions. I do not know what your New Year resolutions are. For mine, I am looking at action packed The post New year resolutions: Nourishing your chakras (1) appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Inter-party Advisory Council (IPAC), yesterday, called on Nigerians to embrace patriotism, unity and optimism in 2026, describing the New The post 2026: IPAC, APC chief tell Nigerians to embrace decorum, issue-based politics appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

By Chinyere Okoroafor When news of Aunty Esther’s death emerged, grief quickly gave way to widespread public unease. Her passing was not viewed merely as another cancer-related death, but as The post Navigating faith and consent amid gaps in medical ethics appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Every January, millions of Nigerians make the same promises to themselves: eat healthier, exercise more, lose weight, sleep better, manage stress, live longer. Gym memberships spike, fruit sellers see brisk The post Why Most Health Resolutions Fail (1) appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has described 2026 as a year that will surpass 2025 in impact, opportunities and testimonies, according… The post 2026 Will Be More Remarkable Than 2025 – Pastor Adeboye appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigerians no longer have to travel abroad for lifesaving care. Local hospitals, clinics and specialist centres are delivering treatments that once required trips to London, Dubai, or India. With new The post How Nigeria is restoring confidence in its hospitals appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

By Sherifdeen Amusa The Chairman of  Itire-Ikate Local Council Development Area (LCDA),  Daniel Odunayo, has promised more people-centered projects as he marks 100 days in Office. Odunayo, who inaugurated seven The post Itire-Ikate marks 100 days with projects inauguration appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Vice Chairman of Igando Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State, Mrs Mojisola Badmus, has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for tackling insecurity. She said the President The post President gets kudos on security appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Chairman of Kosofe Local Government Area, Moyosore Ogunlewe, has empowered 1,000 residents with N100 million. The beneficiaries went home with N100,000 each. Ogunlewe represented by the former Secretary to The post Kosofe empowers 1,000 residents with N100m appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.