The United States Mission in Nigeria has announced the launch of free online English-language courses aimed at boosting professional skills and expanding career opportunities for learners. The announcement was made in a post on the mission’s official X handle on Thursday. According to the mission, the courses are designed to support learners’ professional growth and Read More: https://punchng.com/us-opens-free-online-english-courses-for-nigerians/

Police in Kano State arrest three suspects after a rival gang clash in Kabara and Magashi Quarters left one person dead and two others injured. Read More: https://punchng.com/one-dead-two-injured-as-rival-gangs-clash-in-kano/

Governor Soludo says the Anambra sit-at-home is a criminal enterprise causing economic sabotage and is not linked to Nnamdi Kanu. Learn his new measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/sit-at-home-no-longer-serves-nnamdi-kanus-interest-soludo/

HYPREP begins reconstructing collapsed Ogoni water tanks after an investigation, implementing recommendations to restore water to impacted communities. Read More: https://punchng.com/hyprep-begins-reconstruction-of-collapsed-ogoni-water-tanks/

Enugu State introduces sweeping land reforms, banning illegal fees and reducing charges. Learn about the new unified land use charge and digital system. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-announces-major-land-reforms-bans-illegal-land-fees/

Early presentation Of Breast Cancer, Sure Way To Survive, Says Surge CHUKWUJEKWU ILOZUE A Professor of Surgery (Surgical Oncology) in the Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Prof Stanley…

The House of Representatives on Thursday passed President Bola Tinubu’s N58.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill for second reading. The 2026 budget proposal, titled “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience, and Shared Prosperity,” sailed through during plenary without debate. President Tinubu had presented the 2026 budget to a joint sitting of the National Assembly in December last […] Reps pass N58.47tn 2026 budget, say Nigeria hasn’t printed single naira under Tinubu

The APC is actively engaging FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to find an amicable resolution to the political crisis in Rivers State, says the party’s national sec Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-engaging-wike-to-resolve-rivers-crisis-apc-national-scribe/

The Council of the European Union on Thursday sanctioned Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) leaders over the atrocities in Sudan. The action affects RSF-affiliated and 2 SAF-affiliated actors, including Algoney Hamdan Dagalo Musa, a RSF Major and the militia head’s brother, RSF Brigadier Generals, and Commanders. The restrictive measures also […] EU sanctions RSF, SAF actors over atrocities in Sudan

Governor Seyi Makinde reveals plans to create more institutions to ensure good governance and continued Oyo State development beyond his tenure. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-promises-more-institutions-to-make-oyo-greater/

  CHUKWUJEKWU ILOZUE A Professor of Surgery (Surgical Oncology) in the Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Prof Stanley Anyanwu has urged women to report early signs of breast…

Scottish Premiership club Aberdeen have completed the signing of Afeez Aremu from German side FC Kaiserslautern. The former Nigeria youth international joins the Dons until 2028. Aremu is Aberdeen’s fifth signing of the January transfer window. The 26-year-old spent three years with Kaiserslautern, making 25 league appearances. The midfielder has also played in Germany for […] Transfer: Nigerian midfielder joins Scottish club Aberdeen

The family, who requested anonymity, took to social media to seek public assistance, alleging that the woman died under unclear circumstances while onboard the aircraft. The post Tragedy as woman dies mid-air on Ethiopian Airlines flight, family raises alarm appeared first on Vanguard News.

A trending post making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian lady advised people to keep a small amount of rice in wallets or purse.

Amnesty International Nigeria has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) to urgently investigate the alleged extrajudicial killing of two men by one of its personnel, Ajayi Abayomi, describing the incident as a grave violation of human rights. In a statement shared on its official Facebook account, Amnesty International said the incident occurred on […] Amnesty International urges DSS to probe alleged extrajudicial killings in Abuja

  Emuobosa Patience Ojoboh, a Nigerian geoscience researcher, has drawn attention to the growing vulnerability of groundwater systems in oil-producing communities through field-based, data-driven research carried out in the Niger…

The prosecution witness, who is a CBN official, narrated the roles he played in facilitating the suspicious withdrawal of $6.23 million cash from the bank’s vault in February 2023. The post My role in $6.23m cash withdrawal from CBN vault during Emefiele’s tenure – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Actress Doris Ogala comments on the ongoing feud between Mercy Johnson and Angela Okorie, urging forgiveness amidst escalating tensions following Angela’s arrest.

Pastor William Kumuyi declares Akwa Ibom State set for divine transformation, citing active faith and past miracles ahead of the Global Crusade in Uyo.

Yakubu succeeded Emeka Rollas whose second and final tenure ended in December 2025. The post Nollywood: New AGN president Abubakar Yakubu assumes office appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Transmission Company of Nigeria warns that right-of-way issues are delaying the 624MW Abuja power project, now over 91% complete, and urges govt interv Read More: https://punchng.com/tcn-cries-out-over-delays-in-624mw-abuja-power-transmission-project/

The United States and Nigeria launched a Joint Working Group to enhance religious freedom and security for Christians and vulnerable communities in Abuja.

Throughout her acting career, the actress has faced numerous health challenges. The post ‘I’m sick, I need N25m for brain tumour surgery; my colleagues aren’t responding- Halima Abubakar appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Afenifere urges Southwest governors to strengthen Amotekun amid rising insecurity, kidnappings, and banditry, calling for proactive security measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-afenifere-urges-southwest-govs-to-strengthen-amotekun/

Ajibola Basir, APC national secretary, has announced a new development over the Rivers crisis, following his public outburst with the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.

The latest incident occurred about 15 months after police operatives from the Crack Squad in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, shot dead a labourer and critically injured three others in Ebonyi State. The post Police detain officers who allegedly shot motorcyclist dead appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

In many Nigerian homes, widowhood is not only a season of grief, it is the beginning of a long negotiation with hardship.

The Kano State Fire Service confirms five separate fire outbreaks across the metropolis within a 24-hour period. No casualties were reported. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-records-five-fire-outbreaks-in-24-hours/

ABUJA – Over 3,200 Nigerian men have been trained and certified as feminist allies under the Male Feminists Network (MFN) project, as part of efforts to curb gender-based violence (GBV) and…

Mr Dachungyang said he left the ADP due to internal disputes within the party, which, according to him, had hindered his ability to provide effective representation for his constituents. The post Lone ADP senator defects to APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Traders at the Onitsha Main Market and other markets across the state have pledged to effectively end the Monday sit-at-home, and have declared readiness to resume full activities on Monday in line with the directive of the state governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo. They gave the assurance on Thursday during an interactive session with the governor Read More: https://punchng.com/onitsha-traders-vow-end-to-sit-at-home-resume-monday/

The intervention followed a Matter of Urgent Public Importance raised by Omolara Olumegbon during plenary, presided over by the Speaker, Mr. Mudashiru Obasa. The post Lagos Assembly seeks urgent release of abducted NYSC member appeared first on Vanguard News.

A cleric has released a prophecy for the post-President Bola Ahmed Tinubu government, saying God will use a serving governor to transform Nigeria.

Wikki Tourists technical adviser, Abdullahi Maikaba, has blamed fatigue for his team’s performance in the 1-1 draw against Abia Warriors. The Bauchi Elephants rallied from a goal down through Taheer Abubakar to earn a share of the spoils at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Wednesday. Chukwuemeka Obioma opened the scoring for Abia Warriors. Maikaba commended […] NPFL: Why Wikki Tourists struggled in draw with Abia Warriors – Maikaba

Gani Adams expresses deep concern over the supremacy battles threatening Yoruba monarchs’ unity, calling on them to unite for the race’s development. Read More: https://punchng.com/supremacy-tussle-among-yoruba-monarchs-threatens-unity-gani-adams/

Cosmopolitan University, Abuja, introduces AI and forensic tech programmes to strengthen Nigeria’s capacity to tackle insecurity through research. Read More: https://punchng.com/abuja-varsity-unveils-tech-programmes-to-curb-insecurity/