Nigeria’s Zenith Bank has received regulatory approval for its first expansion into Kenya through the 100% acquisition of Paramount Bank Limited. Read More: https://punchng.com/zenith-bank-gets-approval-to-acquire-kenyas-paramount-bank/

Shell plans a $20bn Nigeria investment in oil and gas, signaling renewed confidence due to President Tinubu’s policy reforms, says the NNPCL. Read More: https://punchng.com/shells-20bn-nigeria-investment-reflects-confidence-in-reforms-nnpcl-boss/

At Davos, Donald Trump unveiled his controversial ‘Board of Peace’ to resolve global conflicts and a ‘New Gaza’ master plan, sparking skepticism. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-unveils-board-of-peace-new-gaza-plans-at-davos/

Delta State Police have arrested 10 suspected kidnappers and armed robbers in a series of coordinated raids, recovering firearms and illicit substances. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-10-suspected-kidnappers-armed-robbers-in-delta/

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has taken the Joint Unions Action Committee of the Federal Capital Territory Administration to court over the ongoing strike by FCTA workers. OSUN DEFENDER reports that workers of the FCTA and the Federal Capital Development Authority commenced an indefinite strike on Monday after the expiration of […] The post Wike Drags Striking FCTA Workers To Court appeared first on OsunDefender.

Stella Omona Legendary American-African Music icon Jeffrey Daniel has urged Africans in Diaspora to connect to the motherland by visiting regularly or relocating to the continent, just as he hasdone.… The post Return Home, Legendary Music Icon, Daniel, Tells Africans In Diaspora appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

  Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has dismissed rumours of a possible defection from the Peoples Democratic Party, saying he remains comfortable in the opposition party. Makinde spoke with journalists at the State House, Abuja, on Thursday amid his visit to the Presidential Villa. In a video aired by the NTA, Makinde, responding to questions […] The post Makinde Speaks On Defection Rumour After Meeting Tinubu appeared first on OsunDefender.

Ahmad Tijjani Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), has assured customers within its franchise that it is close to resolving the ongoing dispute with its workers, expressing optimism that the strike… The post Power Outage In Kano, As KEDCO Moves To Resolve Dispute with Workers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

While Maina has maintained a strictly low profile since his release on February 25, 2025, he has recently surged back into the headlines. The post Pension looting convict Abdulrasheed Maina regains freedom appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mr Tinubu described the project as strategic to Nigeria’s economy, noting that it has the potential to create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, among others The post Nigerian gov’t gazettes incentives to fast-track Shell’s Bonga South West oil project appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Amidst the rising tide of fiscal anxiety and recent demonstrations at the Federal Ministry of Finance, a powerful consensus has emerging among key stakeholders calling for a shift from confrontation… The post Contractors’ Coalition Rallies Support For Minister Of State For Finance, Urges Patience Over Debt Backlog appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigerian journalist Kemi Olunloyo alleges Afrobeats star Davido's twins are nonverbal autistic, igniting online debate with reactions from fans and Davido’s aide.

The Oyo State government is engaging with estate agents to tackle rising rents and extortion, paving the way for a new law on rent regulation to protect te Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-moves-to-regulate-rent-engages-estate-agents/

Ahead of the 2027 general polls, Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, has made it clear that no district will have a candidate forced on it by his administration. The governor made this known at the recent flag-off ceremony of the APC electronic registration exercise, which took place at the Glass House in Lokoja. He emphasised […] Kogi: I won’t impose any candidate – Gov Ododo

NAFDAC enforces the ban on sachet alcohol and small bottles to safeguard children from harmful consumption, addressing high alcohol content concerns.

Nigeria’s government has unveiled a $25m Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF), a scheme to help indigenous shipowners acquire modern vessels. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-25m-vessel-financing-scheme-to-boost-indigenous-shipping/

The development is expected to put Ogun on the list of Nigeria's oil-producing states. The post Governor Abiodun announces Tinubu’s approval for oil drilling in Ogun, Olokola Deep Seaport kick-off appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State has said that no fewer than 70,000 party members have been registered in the ongoing APC e-membership registration and revalidation exercise across the state’s 17 local government areas. The party’s state chairman, Alhaji Mohammed Gadaka, disclosed this to journalists during a stakeholders’ meeting with party members in […] Yobe APC registers over 70,000 in ongoing e-membership exercise

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, approved the posting of four ambassador-designates to France, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Turkey. The approval was announced in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. “The President has approved the posting of four ambassador-designates out of the 68 confirmed […] The post Tinubu Posts Four Ambassador-Designates To France, US, UK, Turkey appeared first on OsunDefender.

Market analysts said selloffs in key stocks “pushed the market into negative territory” despite earlier optimism. The post Equities slide as selloffs wipe ₦557bn appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A top Super Eagles star has revealed how tactics and biased referee decisions influenced Nigeria’s 2025 AFCON semifinal defeat to hosts Morocco in Rabat.

A dispute erupts over a stalled Osun teacher recruitment. A lawmaker accuses the state government of halting his plan to hire 700 teachers, a claim they de Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-rep-trade-words-over-stalled-recruitment-of-700-teachers/

PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has approved the posting of four ambassador-designates, out of the 68 confirmed by the Senate last December. The post Tinubu approves posting of 4 ambassador-designates appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kylian Mbappé scored twice as Real Madrid defeated Monaco 6-1, equalling Ronaldo's record with 11 goals in the Champions League opening phase, surpassing Messi.

••••Sets May 8, 2026 Deadline The Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award (NHEA) has officially opened nominations for its 12th edition, scheduled to hold on June 26, 2026, at the Eko Hotel &… The post Nigeria’s Healthcare Excellence Awards Opens Nominations For 12th Edition   appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Governor Ayo Fayose has revealed what happened when Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State visited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Thursday. In a statement he… The post Fayose Says Makinde Lacked Courage To Face Tinubu During His Visit To Villa appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Supreme Court dismisses the trial of Major Hamza Al-Mustapha in the murder case of Kudirat Abiola, ending legal proceedings against the ex-CSO of late Sani Abacha.

Donald Trump sues JPMorgan for at least $5 billion, alleging the bank and CEO Jamie Dimon wrongly ‘debanked’ him for political reasons after Jan. 6. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-sues-jpmorgan-ceo-dimon-over-account-closures/

Fayose alleges President Tinubu clarified governance versus politics in a meeting with Makinde, impacting 2027 election support and party loyalty dynamics.

Killings have, in some ways, shaped the political landscape in Osun State, WITHIN NIGERIA gathered. The targeted and purposeful murder of people who are involved in politics has created a culture of fear, impunity, and intimidation, weakening democratic processes in the state. Although political parties in the state have condemned killings related to politics, and […] The post “Bloody Politics”: A Long List of Unresolved Political Killings in Osun State (2006 to 2026) appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

"Canada and the United States have built a remarkable partnership," Carney said in a national address in Quebec City ahead of a new legislative session. The post ‘Canada doesn’t live because of US,’ PM fires back at Trump appeared first on Vanguard News.

The presidential delegation was in Katsina on a condolence visit to Katsina State over the death of former Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs, Abubakar Lawal Bagiwa (Sarkin Fulanin Hamcheta). The post Uzodimma, Buni, Barau lead delegation to condole KTSG over death of Bagiwa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu approves the posting of four new ambassador-designates to key nations including the US, UK, France, and Turkey. Get the details. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-tinubu-posts-four-ambassador-designates-to-france-us-uk-turkey/

A lady has shared a video on social media showing the moment a popular YouTuber, IShowSpeed said something unexpected to her after noticing she was recording him.

Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, has revealed details of what allegedly transpired during a meeting between President Bola Tinubu and Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday. In a statement titled, “Untold story of what happened in the Villa during Governor Makinde’s Visit to the President today”, issued on […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 22 – As concerns grow over the cost of living, fears of rising sugar prices have unsettled many households. But regulators say there is no need for panic. Kenya’s sugar supply remains secure, even as the industry navigates a difficult production period that began in 2025 and extended into early 2026. KNBS […]