A man was killed in Benin, Edo State, following a dispute over illegal park ticket proceeds. Authorities confirm the incident is not cult-related. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-killed-over-proceeds-from-park-ticket-sale-in-edo/

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo clarifies her viral FAAN video was unpaid and not politically motivated after facing backlash on social media. Read More: https://punchng.com/viral-faan-campaign-free-not-political-says-iyabo-ojo/

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu states President Bola Tinubu’s agenda is positively impacting Nigerians’ lives, urging a PDP lawmaker to join the APC. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubus-agenda-already-improving-lives-says-deputy-speaker-kalu/

The African Democratic Congress in Ogun State suspends its chairman, Femi Soluade, following allegations of disrupting a governorship rally with armed men. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-adc-suspends-chairman-over-rally-disruption/

Political scientists raise concerns over the Nigerian Senate’s decision to allow both electronic and manual election results transmission, fearing it may h Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-fault-senates-dual-electronic%e2%80%91manual-transmission-of-election-results/

The RMAFC disowns reports claiming a final decision has been made on ceding disputed oil wells, clarifying that the verification process is still ongoing. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-final-decision-yet-on-disputed-oil-wells-rmafc/

Police in Ondo State raid a suspected cult hideout in Akure, arresting three men and recovering weapons and hard drugs. Read the full details. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-raid-cult-hideout-arrest-three-in-ondo/

Peter Obi urges Nigerians to join ‘Operation Rescue Nigeria’ to fight bad governance and unite for the 2027 presidential election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-join-me-in-operation-rescue-nigeria-obi-urges-nigerians/

The UAE reinforces its Africa relations with over $110bn in investments, focusing on renewable energy, economic partnerships, and sustainable development. Read More: https://punchng.com/uae-strengthens-ties-with-africa-at-au-summit/

Nigeria’s banking sector is entering the final stretch of its recapitalisation drive, with lenders stepping up capital actions ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s March 31, 2026, deadline. Analysts at Proshare say industry activity was subdued in the week ended February 12, as attention shifted from fundraising announcements to regulatory validation and capital confirmation […] Nigerian banks enter final stretch of recapitalisation drive

A tragic Ebonyi mining collapse at a pit in Ikwo LGA has left three people feared dead and others injured, highlighting dangers of illegal mining. Read More: https://punchng.com/three-feared-dead-others-injured-in-ebonyi-mining-pit-collapse/

A cleric advises against certain practices for believers, including male Christians plaiting hair and consuming alcohol, to maintain their witness for Chri Read More: https://punchng.com/why-male-christians-shouldnt-plait-hair-cleric/

Former Senator Shehu Sani calls on the EFCC to probe ex-Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s eight-year tenure, alleging financial misconduct and abuse of office. Read More: https://punchng.com/probe-el-rufais-eight-years-as-governor-shehu-sani-urges-efcc/

Pep Guardiola was not happy with how Manchester City played against Salford City in the FA Cup Fourth Round on Saturday. He called it a “boring” game even though he won 2-0 and moved on to the next round. The Cityzens played against a League Two team at the Etihad Stadium in the FA Cup […] FA Cup: ‘Boring game’ – Pep Guardiola slams Man City after 2-0 win over Salford

President Tinubu orders a full investigation into the tragic Kano market fire at Singer Market, which caused billions in damages and left traders devastate Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-market-fire-tinubu-commiserates-with-traders-orders-investigation/

Senior Nigerian military officials have denied reports that United States aircraft recently dropped weapons and equipment in Borno and Kaduna states to support the Armed Forces in combating terrorism and insecurity. The post Military denies reports of US planes dropping arms in Borno, Kaduna appeared first on Vanguard News.

On Tuesday, the Senate rescinded its earlier decision on the Electoral Act amendment in which it had rejected the mandatory electronic transmission of election results from polling units to the INEC’s Result Viewing Portal (IREV) after vote counting. The post Ex-INEC REC faults Senate on electronic transmission of election, lists dangers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The 2023 elections presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi has assured his supporters of his readiness to contest in the 2027 elections. He noted that he had in good authority that the federal government does not want him to contest, insisting that he will come out even if the elections are being […] I will contest 2027 elections – Peter Obi assures Nigerians

Edo State-born showbiz cultural advocate, Daniel Eromosele, popularly known as Pikolo, has marked this year’s valentine day celebration with a heartfelt message of gratitude, reflecting on his journey, his roots, and the role of leadership in shaping opportunities for young people in the state. In a statement released to commemorate the season of love, Pikolo […]

Olajengbesi said the National Security Adviser, a principal custodian of sensitive intelligence and national defence communications. The post Ribadu: Tapping phone calls serious offence, says Lawyer, Olajengbesi appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has denied claims that it recently procured the highly toxic substance, thallium sulphate, from Poland, describing the allegations as false. The post ONSA denies alleged procurement of toxic chemicals from Poland appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Kano State Chapter, has, following the recent fire outbreak at Singer Market, expressed concern and solidarity with the State Government and the affected traders. Dr Goni Faruk Umar, chairman of the forum, in a statement issued by its publicity secretary, Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim, expressed shock at the magnitude of the […] ACF sympathises with traders affected by fire outbreak in Kano

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has written to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), seeking clarification over what he described as information in the possession of opposition figures concerning the alleged procurement of a toxic chemical substance by the Office. In a letter dated January 30, 2026, and addressed to the National […]

Lagos State has emerged as the world’s fastest-growing tech ecosystem in 2025, surpassing Istanbul, Mumbai, and São Paulo, according to the 2025 Dealroom Global Tech Ecosystem Index, which benchmarks 288 tech hubs across 69 countries. The post Lagos ranked world’s fastest-growing tech hub in 2025 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Kwara State government, through Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, in collaboration with Olive Community Development Initiative (OCDI), has organised training programmes for teachers and counsellors on life skills education. The five-day intensive training, held in Ilorin, the state capital, brought together mentors from Asa and Moro, Ilorin West, Ilorin South […]

President Bola Tinubu has expressed sympathy to traders and residents of Kano State following a devastating fire at the Singer Market over the weekend. The post Tinubu condoles Kano market fire victims, orders investigation appeared first on Vanguard News.

Works Minister David Umahi predicts the South-East will deliver 90% of its votes to President Tinubu in 2027, citing unprecedented federal projects. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-south%e2%80%91east-will-back-tinubu-with-90-of-votes-umahi/

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Ayekooto Akindele has claimed that the former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai’s fresh allegation against the National Security Adviser, NSA, Nuhu Ribadu was only an attempt to escape being jailed. DAILY POST reports that El-Rufai on Sunday accused Ribadu of importing thallium sulphate, a highly toxic […] El-Rufai’s fresh allegation against NSA an attempt to escape jail – APC’s Ayekooto

Nigerian socialite and entrepreneur Cubana Chief Priest has publicly defended his decision to back President Bola Tinubu in the forthcoming elections, following criticism from some quarters. In a post shared on his Instagram page, the entrepreneur responded to the backlash, urging Nigerians to set aside ethnic sentiments and focus on national progress. He rejected accusations […] Remove ethnic sentiments, Yoruba men also support Obi – Cubana Chief Priest

Speculation intensifies over Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s potential defection to the APC, fueled by President Tinubu’s visit and party flags in Yola. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-visit-party-flags-fuel-adamawa-gov-defection-rumour/

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has mentioned the candidates he will support in the upcoming area councils’ election on Saturday, February 21, 2026, amid political tension.

Nigeria and Angola have signed a Bilateral Agreement on the Waiver of Visa requirements for holders of Diplomatic and Official Passports from both countries. The Agreement was signed on Sunday, February 15, 2026, on the margins of the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador […]

Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating market inferno in Kano State that claimed lives and destroyed goods…

The volume of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, imported into Nigeria fell by 42.2 per cent in January 2026 to 24.8 million litres per day, down from 42.8 million litres in December 2025, according to a report by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The post Daily petrol imports decline by 42.2% to 24.8m litres appeared first on Vanguard News.

Chike Osegbue, A Professor of Political Economy and Development Studies in the Department of Political Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Igbariam, Chike Osegbue has accused the university of employing…

A lawyer went viral on social media after sharing his opinion on Nigeria's petition against DR Congo ahead of FIFA's decision, days after the playoffs.