Gospel singer Donnie McClurkin has strongly denied sexual allegations made against him in a lawsuit, calling the claims ‘categorically false.’ Read More: https://punchng.com/gospel-singer-donnie-mcclurkin-denies-sexual-allegations-seeks-prayer-for-acuser/

The family of an abducted Edo medical doctor, Dr. Abu Babatunde, and his brother are appealing for public help to raise the N100 million ransom. Read More: https://punchng.com/family-of-abducted-edo-medical-doctor-brother-raises-funds-for-ransom/

UI’s Vice-Chancellor urges Nigerian leaders to prioritize institution-building as a critical driver for national development, citing pioneer legacies. Read More: https://punchng.com/prioritise-institution-building-ui-vc-urges-nigerian-leaders/

Wilfred Ndidi commits to personally paying Super Eagles bonuses for AFCON if the Federal Government fails to pay before their quarter-final match. Read More: https://punchng.com/ill-pay-eagles-bonuses-if-fg-fails-ndidi/

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have arrived in Marrakesh for their high-stakes AFCON 2025 quarter-final clash against Algeria, aiming to secure a semi-final spot. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-super-eagles-arrive-in-marrakesh-ahead-of-algeria-clash/

Zamfara State’s government accuses Minister Bello Matawalle of using the NSA’s office to harass the opposition, escalating tensions in state politics. Read More: https://punchng.com/zamfara-accuses-matawalle-of-intimidating-opposition-ministers-aide-kicks/

The Federal Fire Service assures Abuja residents of a swifter emergency response following the promotion of 733 officers, boosting morale and efficiency. Read More: https://punchng.com/federal-fire-service-promises-faster-emergency-response-in-abuja/

Renowned gospel singer and pastor, Donnie McClurkin, has dismissed as false allegations of sexual abuse levelled against him by a former aide in a lawsuit filed in New York. The 66-year-old minister, through his legal counsel, refuted claims by Giuseppe Corletto, who alleged that McClurkin abused him over several years while serving as his employer [...]

The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, has vehemently rejected the move by the State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy. It would be recalled that the Assembly on Thursday commenced an impeachment process against Fubara over alleged misconduct. The impeachment notice is expected to be issued to the governor […] The post ‘We’ll Do Everything To Stop It’ – APC Rejects Move To Impeach Fubara appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Rivers State APC rejects impeachment moves against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, warning lawmakers against actions that could destabilize the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-rejects-impeachment-proceedings-against-fubara/

A meeting between the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and striking judiciary workers has ended in a deadlock. DAILY POST reports that the workers, who embarked on an indefinite strike on Monday over poor welfare and the government’s failure to grant financial autonomy to the judiciary, met with the governor on Thursday. However, after the […] Ondo judiciary strike persists as meeting with Gov Aiyedatiwa ends in deadlock

The burial arrangements for Pa Sunday Tunde Osunmakinde, father of the Senior Pastor of Envoy Nation Church, Dr Dele Osunmakinde, have been announced. Pa Osunmakinde, who passed away peacefully on… The post Pa Osunmakinde For Burial February 6 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A suspected kingpin, identified as Terkaa Samuel, has been shot dead by operatives of the Benue State Police Command during an exchange of gunfire in Zaki-Biam, Ukum Local Government Area. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Udeme Edet, confirmed the incident yesterday in a statement issued in Makurdi. She said officers of the Ukum Division stormed Channel [...]

The National Democratic Coalition, NADECO, USA, urged President Bola Tinubu to sack the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, to end the persistent political crisis in Rivers State. It equally asked the President to declare a six-month state of emergency in parts of Northern Nigeria affected by insurgency and banditry. The group […] Sack Wike now to restore peace in Rivers  – NADECO USA tells Tinubu

Women lawyers under the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) have called on the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, and security chiefs to declare a state of emergency to stem the growing menace of ‘one-chance’ robberies in Abuja. The group made the demand yesterday at a press briefing following the murder of a [...]

Mohammed Abubakar Determined to bolster security and community engagement, the Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Ado, recently paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Fika, His Royal Highness, Dr.… The post CP Ado Engages Traditional Rulers, Stakeholders In Potiskum To Enhance Security, Community Cooperation appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Oke-Ogun indigenes, who spoke under the aegis of “Egbe Ajosepo fun Itesiwaju Gbogbo Wa,” a socio-cultural group, said this while explaining their participation in the ongoing APC Renewed Hope Unity Rally in Oyo State.

A woman who apologised to her ex-husband has explained online why she did so. She lamented the high electricity bills and shared a lesson for people to learn.

Ahead of the 2027 elections, MURIC has engaged Atiku Abubakar, a top presidential hopeful and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

By mid-2025, blocked drains repeatedly triggered flash floods at Mushin, Alimosho, Ajegunle and Lekki Phase II The post Who’s to blame as refuse heaps swamp Lagos? appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Yobe State Hisbah Commission has unveiled a set of restrictions to guide conduct during the forthcoming Sallah and wedding festivities across the state. In a statement issued yesterday, the commission listed activities outlawed during the celebrations, warning residents to conduct themselves in line with Islamic principles. According to the notice, reckless driving by motorists [...]

A Niger Delta advocacy group, the 21st Century Youths of Niger Delta and Agitators with Conscience (21st CYNDAC), has called on the National Assembly to expedite consideration and approval of the 2025 budget of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to enable the Commission accelerate its development programmes across the region. The post Niger Delta Youth Group urges N’Assembly to fast-track approval of NDDC ₦1.75trn 2025 Budget appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gbenga Faturoti Osun State Chairman of Accord Party, Pastor Victor Akande has hinted that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the country is never a threat to it’s Governorship… The post APC Not Threat To Accord In Osun, Says Akande appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu expresses deep sorrow over the death of Nkanu Nnamdi, the 21-month-old son of renowned author Chimamanda Adichie and her husband. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-condoles-with-chimamanda-adichie-over-sons-death/

Two persons have been confirmed dead following a violent confrontation between rival cult groups in Jato-Aka, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State. Spokesperson of the Benue Police Command, DSP Udeme Edet, said in a statement yesterday that members of the Red and Black confraternities engaged in a fierce exchange on Wednesday before security operatives [...]

ITODE AKARI the South South Youths Initiative (SSYI) has strongly condemned the renewed impeachment proceedings against Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, describing the move as ill-conceived and destabilising. SSYI, said… The post South South Youths Condemn Moves To Impeach Fubara appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The 37.8 km Bodo-Bonny Road project is the first-ever land connection to Bonny Island, a major oil and gas hub in Rivers.

A legal Firm, Tope Temokun Chambers, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police(IGP) through the Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command over the alleged assault and intimidation of a lawyer… The post Legal Firm Petitions IGP, Others Over Alleged Assault On Lawyer By DPO In Ondo appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The US Senate took a major step Thursday toward passing a resolution to rein in President Donald Trump's military actions in Venezuela The post US Senate rebukes Trump over Venezuela appeared first on Vanguard News.

South Africa topped Africa’s crime index, while nations like Nigeria, Somalia, and Libya faced violence, theft, and instability that shaped daily life.

​January has a funny way of making us reflective. Suddenly, everyone’s cleaning out cupboards, rewriting grocery lists and whispering promises to their future selves. Eat better. Spend smarter. Feel healthier. And right on cue, the annual flood of food trend forecasts lands in our inboxes, all claiming to predict what’s next. So what makes Food […]

Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, has revealed he made a commitment to his teammates and officials that he would settle their unpaid match bonuses at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco should the Federal Government fails to pay before Saturday, when they will face Algeria in the quarter-finals. The post I’ll pay Super Eagles bonuses if FG fails to – Ndidi appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu has praised corporate Nigeria, citizens, and other stakeholders in the Nigerian capital market for surpassing the N100 trillion milestone on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). President Tinubu described this record achievement as an inspiration for the investing public operating in the money and capital markets. He urged Nigerians to deepen their investments in [...]

The Pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has lamented the upsurge in terror attacks in parts of South West and in other parts of the country. The post Insecurity: Afenifere laments upsurge in terrorism in S/ West appeared first on Vanguard News.

The legislative action took place on Thursday, transforming the original N4.237 trillion proposal into a robust N4.4 trillion appropriation.

The APC Leaders Forum and the Tinubu/Shettima Solidarity Movement have asked President Bola Tinubu to call the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to order over his sustained attacks on Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara. In a joint statement made available to journalists in Abuja on Thursday, the groups described Wike’s conduct as […]