President Tinubu’s aide, Dada Olusegun, rebukes Peter Obi’s critique on rising Nigeria fuel prices, calling his analysis embarrassing and misinformed. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubus-aide-slams-peter-obi-over-critique-of-rising-fuel-prices/

A PDP group in Osun State urges Nyesom Wike and the national leadership to intervene in the party crisis and dissolve the state’s leadership committee. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-pdp-group-seeks-wikes-intervention/

A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has sentenced three persons to death by hanging for the murder of a pharmacist in Khana Local Government Area of the state. The convicts — Confidence Kirinee, popularly known as General Ilia, Precious Mona and Soniabari Sagha — were found guilty of conspiracy, cultism, kidnapping and […]

The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has revealed plans to sign an executive order prohibiting school-age children from wandering the streets during school hours, as the state prepares to roll out a 25 million dollars outcomes-driven education fund. Sanwo-Olu made the disclosure on Friday during the launch of the Lagos Education Access Fund (LEAF) and the […]

The United Nations(UN) in Nigeria, said it remains committed to working with the Nigerian government, civil society organisations, development partners and communities to strengthen access to justice and protection for women and girls. According to the world umbrella body, the commitment includes; supporting legal reforms, strengthening institutions, expanding survivor support services, and promoting social norms […]

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has disclosed that the state government is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Presco Plc for a $200 million investment in large-scale palm oil production and processing, a move expected to generate over 5,000 jobs and revive the state’s agricultural economy. The post Otti seals $200m palm oil deal, targets Abia 5,000 jobs appeared first on Vanguard News.

The spokesperson pointed out that the aim was to track down those responsible for the attack and apprehend them. The post 6 cashew farmers killed in Benue – Police appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has revealed that 122,843 repentant terrorists have surrendered to troops of operation Hadin Kai since the creation of Operation Safe Corridor in 2015. The Director Defence Media Operations Major General Michael Onoja gave the figures on Friday while giving updates on military operations for the week between 7-12 March 2026. “Within […]

One hundred women from various communities across Anambra State were on Friday, onboarded during the inauguration of the maiden edition of the Anambra Skilled Ladies Program. The initiative championed by the wife of Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo aims to train and empower young Anambra women with skills in crafts and other competencies originally […]

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has denied receiving any directive to dissolve its State Executive Committee. The party on Saturday described the purported directive as misleading and…

​The Oyo State Police Command has declared that it will be firm, fair, and consistent in ridding the state off cultism and other social vices. The state Police commissioner, represented by the deputy commissioner of Police (Admin), Abiodun Onuoha while speaking at the launch of the state chapter of Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices […]

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), on Friday attributed the survival of all 87 occupants aboard an Arik Air flight that suffered an engine failure to the aircraft’s structural integrity and the decisive response of the flight crew. Preliminary findings released by the Bureau show that the February 11, 2026 incident remained survivable because the […]

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has projected that Nigeria could earn up to ₦30 trillion in additional oil revenue if global crude prices remain high due to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. In a policy brief titled “Boom, Not Gloom,” the private sector policy advocacy group said the ongoing tensions involving the […]

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled an attack by suspected ISWAP terrorists in Bita, Borno State, following a fierce overnight clash. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the assault began around 1:09 a.m. on Saturday, when insurgents launched a coordinated attack on the 26 Task Force Brigade stationed in the Bita area. The attackers […] Troops repel ISWAP attack in Borno

The victim accused police officers of assaulting him and forcing a N444,000 transfer from his bank account after a checkpoint stop, triggering widespread outrage online. The post Man accuses police officers of assault, N444,000 extortion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Global oil prices remained above $100 per barrel on Friday as supply disruptions linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East continued to unsettle financial markets, sending stock prices lower and raising concerns about the broader global economy. With the conflict entering its third week, equity markets declined further as investors worried that a prolonged […]

Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested a suspect, Johnson Daniel, for allegedly stabbing his friend, Ariyo Amos Timilehin, to death in Owo, Owo Local Government Area of the state. According to reports, the two young men were close associates and were often seen together within their neighbourhood in Owo before the tragic […] Police arrest man for allegedly stabbing friend to death in Ondo

Wesley Snipes’ wife and family include his wife, Nakyung “Nikki” Snipes, and their children. Discover how his family life has shaped him off-screen.

A civil society organisation (CSO), Creek to Creek Movement, wants Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited to remain the sole contractor for pipeline protection in the Niger Delta region. It’s position came amid renewed clamour from aggrieved groups and individuals for the decentralization of the contract. The organisation is dedicated to environmental awareness, sustainability and due […]

Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has directed an end to Very Important Persons, VIPs, privileges at airport access gates under the reinstated cashless/hybrid payment policy. Kayamo disclosed this on Friday at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, during an on-the-spot assessment of the implementation of the hybrid system the country has adopted. The minister vowed that the […] Keyamo suspends VIP privileges at Nigerian airport tollgates

The Benue State Police command has intensified operations following herdsmen attacks on cashew farmers in Asaba, Ojantele, and Okpette communities, all in Apa Local Government Area of Benue State. The farmers were reportedly working on their farms when the assailants launched the attack. This was contained in a statement on Saturday by the Spokesperson of […] Police commence search as herdsmen kill six, injure others in Benue community

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo states that any nation that fails to prioritize its education sector risks stagnation and underdevelopment. Read More: https://punchng.com/education-critical-to-national-growth-obasanjo/

Something interesting is unfolding across Lagos, attracting the attention of commuters, traders, and technology enthusiasts alike. It started earlier this week at Obalende Motor Park, where a branded experience linked to OPay began attracting passersby’s attention. Shortly after, the same activation appeared at Computer Village, and most recently at Ikeja City Mall (ICM), one of […] OPay’s activations spark speculation ahead of March 16 launch

A presidential aspirant on the platform of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, popularly known as Fadojoe, has congratulated the party’s National Chairman, Prince Chinedu Obi, and members of the party leadership following a ruling by the Federal High Court of Nigeria in Abuja declining jurisdiction over contempt proceedings instituted against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The post Court Ruling: Fadojoe hails NRM leadership, calls for party unity appeared first on Vanguard News.

Covenant University has listed a series of acts that students are advised not to engage in to avoid being suspended or expelled from the institution.

Edo State Government has set up a five-man committee to investigate incident of bullying and brutal assault at the Igbinedion Education Centre. A viral video showed two students flogging, kicking The post Bullying: Edo raises five-man committee on Igbinedion Education Centre  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

DJ Cuppy marks a milestone on LinkedIn, gaining over 100,000 followers. Her Instagram post reveals her journey and garners mixed reactions from fans online.

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has been hospitalised and placed in intensive care after developing bronchopneumonia while serving a prison sentence for plotting a coup. The 70-year-old was admitted on Friday after experiencing “high fever, a drop in oxygen saturation, sweating and chills,” according to a statement from DF Star Hospital in Brasilia. The statement […]

Clermont twins' before and after transformation continues to spark debate across social media and celebrity blogs. Discover what shaped their rise and scandals.

Iran's cultural heritage and tourism ministry said Saturday at least 56 museums and historic sites across the country have been damaged, as the Middle East war entered its 15th day. The post Iran says museums and historic sites damaged in war appeared first on Vanguard News.

As I was crying they said I should not cry, the more I cried, the more they beat me, The same process the first day, second day, I spent four days and three nights with them. The post Rev. Fr Michael Olofinlade: From the Golf course to kidnappers’ den appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Deputy Governor of Oyo State and Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo, has urged newly inaugurated local government chairmen of the The post Oyo APC boss Adeyemo urges APC LG chairmen to uphold loyalty, fairness appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A presidential aspirant of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Awoyinfa Opeoluwa, has pledged to prioritized access to quality education for all Nigerian youth. He also vowed to The post Why I want to be NANS president, by Awoyinfa appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The CBN restricts phone number changes for BVNs to combat fraud, enhancing security with a new watchlist for suspicious activities in Nigeria's digital payments.

The Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has condemned in strong terms the “senseless” and tragic attack by armed herdsmen on innocent locals of Akpete/Asaba community in Ojantele Ward of Apa Local Government Area. The Governor said he is in deep sorrow over the report that the terrorist ambushed a group of innocent farmers […] Alia condemns tragic attack on Idoma community, vows to protect Benue people

The troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA in collaboration with local vigilante members known as ‘Askara’, have neutralised a bandit during a foiled attempt to abduct students at the College of…