Canada and France open new Greenland consulates in Nuuk, a move showing support for local autonomy and pushback against US ambitions in the strategic Arcti Read More: https://punchng.com/canada-france-open-consulates-in-greenland-amid-trump-row/

Interim boss Michael Carrick aims for a fourth straight win as Man United vs Tottenham face off. Can United end their losing run against Spurs? Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-carrick-seeks-man-uniteds-fourth-win-in-tottenham-clash/

The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) undergoes major reforms, remitting N2.9bn to the government and conducting a massive staff promotion exercise. Read More: https://punchng.com/fha-remits-n2-9bn-to-fg-begins-massive-staff-promotions-md/

Flight operations have resumed at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, following an earlier shutdown on Friday, by aviation workers protesting the Federal Government’s plan to concession the airport. Reports had earlier indicated that a coalition of aviation staff shut down the airport over the decision by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Read More: https://punchng.com/flights-resume-at-enugu-airport-after-protest-over-concession-plan/

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) applauds ECN DG Dr Mustapha Abdullahi for his visionary, youth-friendly policies and inclusive leadership. Read More: https://punchng.com/nycn-praises-ecn-dg-for-youth-friendly-policies/

Former Liverpool keeper Caoimhin Kelleher says Jota’s death has changed the club’s focus, with players still struggling to cope with the tragic loss. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-players-still-struggling-after-jotas-death-ex-liverpool-goalkeeper/

The death toll from a landslide in Indonesia’s West Bandung region has climbed to 74, as rescuers continue searching for missing people in challenging weat Read More: https://punchng.com/indonesia-landslide-death-toll-rises-to-74/

Super Eagles playmaker, Alex Iwobi, has admitted they are waiting to see if the team would still play at the 2026 World Cup. The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, is optimistic of a potential lifeline from FIFA, after it submitted a petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo. Iwobi was asked by SuperSport if he would […] 2026 World Cup: Super Eagles waiting for FIFA’s decision – Iwobi

Ikorodu City have promoted one of their most promising U-19 players Akinbiyi Sodeeq to the senior team, DAILY POST reports. Sodeeq has also signed his first professional contract with the Oga Boys. The midfielder has been impressive for Ikorodu City in the youth league this season. Sodeeq is expected to fight for a place in […] NPFL: Ikorodu City promote youngster to senior team

The Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU), Lagos, has apprehended three suspects over an alleged cyber blackmail and extortion scheme involving threats to release nude photographs of a victim unless ransom The post Police bust syndicate behind nude photo blackmail in Lagos appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, has warned political actors with violent dispositions and vote buyers against such acts in the forthcoming Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council The post Elections: NSA warns political actors against violence, vote-buying appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has hailed the life imprisonment of Okpara Onyekachi as a landmark victory for justice and road safety enforcement in Nigeria. The Lagos State High Court, TBS Division, delivered the judgment in suit number LD/24692C/2024, arising from a fatal accident that claimed the life of a serving FRSC officer. In […] Lagos truck driver sentenced to life imprisonment for killing FRSC officer

The proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has accused Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja of convicting and sentencing its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, without enough evidence. In a press statement issued on Thursday by IPOB’s media and publicity secretary, Emma Powerful, the outlawed group alleged that the verdict was politically driven […]

United States President Donald Trump has posted a video depicting former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle as monkeys, drawing widespread condemnation. Early Friday morning, Trump shared two posts on his Truth Social platform alleging anomalies in the 2020 presidential election, which he lost to Joe Biden. Biden served as Obama’s vice president from […]

An association of Igbo clergymen, Concerned Igbo Ministers’ Commission, has reacted to the recent killings in Kwara State, saying leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, was jailed for warning against ‘Jihadist incursion’ into Nigeria’s southern territories. Over a hundred deaths have been recorded in the attacks on communities in Kwara, believed […] Kwara killings: Nnamdi Kanu jailed for warning against Jihadist incursion into Southern Nigeria – Igbo clerics

Gunmen have attacked a drinking bar in Omoku, headquarters of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, killing one person and abducted the President of Omoku Youth Council, Ifeanyi Azuazua. The dead victim, identified as Chigozie Oluwu, was the civilian security aide to Azuazua, who was elected the youth president about two months ago. LEADERSHIP […]

Lawmakers said an audit conducted by the Auditor-General for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Councils uncovered irregularities across the six councils of the territory. The post Reps summon FCT Area councils’ officials over alleged N100bn financial irregularities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria stands once again at a defining moment in its democratic journey. As the nation looks ahead to future elections, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has raised a strong and…

Timini Egbuson has said his final goodbye to his father in a private burial ceremony. The actor's emotional tribute has sparked heartfelt reactions online

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, has warned political actors with violent dispositions and vote buyers against such acts in the forthcoming Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council election and the by-elections in Rivers and Kano states. Ribadu gave the warning during the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) meeting organised by […] The post Elections: NSA warns political actors against violence, vote-buying appeared first on Vanguard News.

New Atletico Madrid player Ademola Lookman, on Thursday, set a new record after scoring his first goal on his debut for the club. Lookman was handed his first start by Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone after he joined the Spanish LaLiga giants in the January transfer window. The Nigerian international featured as Atletico Madrid thrashed […] Ademola Lookman sets record new record for Atletico Madrid

Nigeria's Dangote Refinery set to reshape West Africa's fuel supply as Ghana plans petrol imports. Stronger regulatory ties essential for regional energy market.

The Sokoto State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development has lifted the suspension on the management team of Nigeria National League, NNL, side Sokoto United. The decision was announced in a statement issued by the Ministry and signed by the Director of Administration, Aminu Fada. According to the letter, the earlier suspension imposed on the […] NNL: Sokoto United management suspension lifted

A Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, operative, identified as Mr Baba Ibeji, has been seriously injured after he was struck by a speeding containerised truck along the Offin Canal axis inward Eko Bridge, Lagos. The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday at Oja Junction while the victim was carrying out routine refuse evacuation […] Reckless truck driver flees after knocking down LAWMA worker in Lagos

Tragedy struck on Friday morning after a metro train reportedly hit and killed a woman identified as Salamatu Ahmad at the Bukuru Terminal Station in Plateau State. According to eyewitnesses, the deceased was hit while attempting to board the moving train at the busy Bukuru terminal and died on the spot. One Nasiru Alhaji Baba […] Tragedy as train kills woman in Jos

On Wednesday, a viral video showing a man resembling Mr Oshiomole massaging a woman’s feet aboard a private jet surfaced online. The post ‘Video wasn’t AI, but okay, believe your Senator’ – South African model tells Nigerians appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Leicester City first team coach Andy King is excited with Joe Aribo’s arrival at the club, DAILY POST reports. Aribo, 29, completed a loan move to the King Power Stadium from Southampton on the final day of the winter transfer window. The Nigeria international will be looking to revive his career after struggling for regular […] Championship: Leicester City boss talks up new signing Aribo

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has said Liverpool are their “toughest” opponents. Guardiola also named Anfield as a “difficult place” to play. He was speaking to the media, ahead of their trip to face the Reds in the Premier League on Sunday. City will be looking to keep pace with league leaders Arsenal, who could […] EPL: Guardiola names toughest team ahead of Liverpool vs Man City clash

The House of Reps summons six FCT area council chairmen following a N100bn FCT council indictment by the Auditor-General for financial mismanagement. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-cttee-summons-fct-area-council-chairmen-over-n100bn-indictment/

NNPC has explained why it shut down Nigeria’s four refineries and plans equity partnerships starting with China. to ensure long-term sustainability.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Friday participated in a wreath-laying ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the death of the late General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, GCFR. The event was attended by notable dignitaries, including Senator Daisy Danjuma, wife of retired Lt. General Theophilus Danjuma; Dr Aisha Muhammed Oyebode, daughter of the late General […] Sanwo-Olu attends 50th memorial ceremony for General Murtala Muhammed

Idris said this during a virtual interview on ICAN On Air, a live programme of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). The post Tinubu’s reforms stabilising economy, restoring confidence – Information Minister appeared first on Vanguard News.

Discover the top European countries with the highest minimum wages in 2026. See how nations like Luxembourg and Germany rank with and without PPP. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-top-10-european-countries-with-highest-minimum-wages/

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) has formally inducted 54 new members into the organization. Speaking on 5 January 2026 at an induction ceremony, Engr Leye Kupoluyi, president/chairman…

Ademola Lookman and Atletico Madrid will face Barcelona in the semi-final of this season’s Copa del Rey. The draw for the last four of the competition was conducted on Friday afternoon. Barca are the favourites to win the trophy, especially with Real Madrid eliminated. The four clubs left have all won the Copa del Rey […] Copa del Rey: Semi-final fixtures confirmed, Lookman to face Barcelona

The burial arrangements of a fast-rising singer, Ifunanya Nwangene, popularly known as Nanyah, who died from a snakebite, have been announced. The obituary trended.