A former Ondo lawmaker, Gbenga Omole, donated N20 million to his community and declared his intention to recontest for the House of Assembly in 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-ondo-lawmaker-donates-n20m-to-community-vows-2027-contest/

Gombe governor advocates for a 25-year national plan for early childhood development, urging it to be the cornerstone of Nigeria’s long-term prosperity. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-gov-advocates-25-year-national-plan-for-early-childhood-development/

Nigeria’s TUC calls on the government to subsidise local refineries using excess crude oil revenue to cushion the impact of rising fuel prices on citizens. Read More: https://punchng.com/tuc-demands-subsidy-to-cushion-rising-fuel-prices-2/

The CAC President message of hope declares Jesus Christ the enduring solution for Nigeria amid economic hardship, insecurity, and moral decline. Read More: https://punchng.com/cac-president-preaches-hope-amid-nigerias-challenges/

Kogi State opens bids for its livestock project, including breeding centres, slaughterhouses, and wet markets to boost productivity and food safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-opens-bids-for-livestock-centres-abattoirs/

Former Plateau Governor Simon Lalong suggests internal dialogue, not blame, is the key to resolving the long-standing Plateau State crisis and attacks. Read More: https://punchng.com/lalongs-lone-voice-in-plateau/

The remains of Kebbi State House of Assembly Speaker, Muhammad Zuru, were laid to rest in a ceremony attended by thousands of mourners and dignitaries. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-speaker-laid-to-rest-amid-tears-tributes/

Exploring the reasons behind philandering husbands and adultery in marriage. Discover the psychological impact, legal consequences, and cultural views on i Read More: https://punchng.com/the-philanderer/

Governor Bassey Otu suspends the Cross River recruitment for local government service amid allegations of racketeering. A panel will investigate the proces Read More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-gov-suspends-lg-recruitment-over-misconduct/

NITDA warns organizations to stop concealing cyberattacks, stating that hiding breaches increases risks for Nigeria’s interconnected digital ecosystem. Read More: https://punchng.com/nitda-urges-firms-to-disclose-cyberattacks-promptly/

NERC orders the TCN to achieve transmission loss reduction to 6.5% by December 2026 to improve grid efficiency and transparency in Nigeria’s power sector. Read More: https://punchng.com/nerc-orders-tcn-to-cut-losses/

The FGN Power Company is boosting Ogun power supply with a new 480MW substation, part of a national plan to enhance Nigeria’s electricity grid. Read More: https://punchng.com/fgn-power-targets-480mw-ogun-supply-boost/

The Nigerian government has inserted N487bn for new rail and highway projects into the 2026 budget to expand national transport and infrastructure networks Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-inserts-n487bn-rail-highway-projects-into-2026-budget/

Nigeria’s NNPC is pushing AI adoption and digital mining to slash production costs, aiming to achieve its 3 million barrels per day oil target. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-pushes-ai-adoption-to-cut-production-costs/

Delta partners with Amazon to enhance its in-flight internet using Leo satellites, promising faster, more reliable Wi-Fi for passengers starting in 2028. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-amazon-partner-to-boost-in-flight-internet-connectivity/

Nomba and Globus Bank report a low loan default rate of

The Nigerian government has inaugurated a Gas-to-Power Monitoring Committee to resolve persistent gas shortages affecting electricity generation nationwide Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-moves-to-resolve-gas-shortages/

Sifax Chairman Dr. Taiwo Afolabi commends the new Gateway airport, a milestone project set to boost Ogun State’s economy, attract investors, and create job Read More: https://punchng.com/sifax-chairman-hails-visionary-leadership-behind-gateway-airport/

The Federal High Court in Abuja has acquitted and discharged Mrs Isabella Oshodin and Bob Oshodin Organisation Ltd of all charges in a money laundering case, holding that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. Delivering the judgment, Justice James Omotosho ruled that the prosecution did not establish the essential elements Read More: https://punchng.com/court-faults-weak-evidence-acquits-oshodins-of-laundering-case/

A new UNESCO report warns the 2030 universal education target is out of reach, with 272 million children and youth still out of school worldwide. Read More: https://punchng.com/2030-universal-education-target-now-out-of-reach-unesco/

The Lagos State Government has unveiled a reform plan to deploy artificial intelligence, data analytics, and digital systems in school monitoring and registration as part of efforts to strengthen education quality assurance across the state. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, disclosed this on Wednesday during the unveiling of the strategic Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-deploys-ai-for-school-monitoring-registration/

Vetland Schools clinch top spots in both senior and junior categories at the Lagos Islamic & Science Quiz Contest, showcasing academic and religious excell Read More: https://punchng.com/vetland-schools-sweep-lagos-islamic-science-quiz-contest/

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership crisis deepens as internal wrangling, legal challenges, and INEC’s intervention stall state congresses. Read More: https://punchng.com/fresh-blow-for-adc-as-state-congresses-stall/

The Defence Headquarters on Thursday confirmed that terrorists and military personnel were killed when insurgents launched a coordinated attack on the 29 Task Force Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State. The military, however, did not confirm or debunk reports that the Commander of the 29 Brigade, Brig Gen Oseni Braimah, was among those killed in Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-attack-army-general-terrorists-killed-tinubu-mourns/

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has dismissed a viral video alleging that terrorists were advancing on Abuja amid heavy gunfire, describing the clip as false and misleading. This is as the Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Sanusi, assured residents of their safety after arresting three suspects linked to multiple kidnapping incidents across the border communities Read More: https://punchng.com/fct-police-dismiss-viral-shooting-video-arrest-three-suspected-kidnappers/

Tyson Fury calls for a long-awaited fight with Anthony Joshua, urging his fellow Brit to forget about a bout with Deontay Wilder and fight him next. Read More: https://punchng.com/forget-wilder-fight-me-fury-tells-joshua-2/

A Nigerian court orders the immediate release of a Boko Haram victim, Ali Kolo, after sentencing him to time already served for concealing information. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-frees-boko-haram-victim-after-decade-long-detention/

The Nigerian government reassures citizens and visitors of safety despite a US travel advisory ordering the evacuation of non-emergency embassy staff. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-insists-nigeria-safe-as-us-pulls-embassy-officials/

Natalie Portman's husband, Benjamin Millepied, shaped her love life, which also includes high-profile romances. Discover her past and current relationships.

Operations at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) are set to be disrupted following the declaration of an immediate total and indefinite strike by the Institute’s branch of the Academic Staff Union of Research Institutions (ASURI) over what it describes as the “unlawful” retirement of senior research directors. The post ASURI declares indefinite strike, picketing at NIMR over retirement dispute appeared first on Vanguard News.

APC’s Deji Aboderin announces his intention to vie for the Ibadan South-East/North-East Federal Constituency in the 2027 Oyo Reps contest. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-aboderin-joins-reps-contest-in-oyo/

The PTDF screens over 1,200 candidates for its 2026/2027 overseas scholarships, focusing on energy transition, renewables, and artificial intelligence. Read More: https://punchng.com/ptdf-screens-over-1200-ssouth-swest-candidates-for-overseas-scholarships/

The family of a Taraba SEMA critic alleges he was assaulted by police and moved to an unknown location. The police deny the claim, citing an ongoing invest Read More: https://punchng.com/family-alleges-assault-of-taraba-sema-dgs-critic/

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) affirms Prof. Sadiq Gombe as its National Chairman, dismissing claims and insisting Shehu Gabam remains expelled. Read More: https://punchng.com/sdp-affirms-gombe-as-chairman-insists-gabam-remains-expelled/

Key Labour Party figures, including the National Women Leader, defect to the NDC, citing a prolonged leadership crisis. Learn more about the political spli Read More: https://punchng.com/lp-women-leader-ex-lagos-chair-defect-to-ndc/

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu signals a potential run for the Abia governorship in 2027, amid growing support and calls to challenge Governor Alex Otti. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-kalu-signals-interest-in-abia-gov-against-otti/