Senegal’s PM Ousmane Sonko reaffirms strong Senegal Morocco ties in Rabat, calling the football final’s chaotic scenes an ’emotional spillover’. Read More: https://punchng.com/senegal-pm-downplays-football-row-says-morocco-ties-strong/

A commercial bus driver kills a PoS operator in Berger, Abuja, while allegedly being pursued by FRSC officials. Eyewitnesses report neither vehicle stopped Read More: https://punchng.com/driver-kills-pos-operator-in-abuja/

Former Spain coach Robert Moreno denies false reports that he used ChatGPT for coaching decisions, including lineups and signings, at Russian club Sochi. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-spain-coach-moreno-denies-using-chatgpt-for-coaching/

Abia’s environmental agency (ASEPA) condemns a severe cutlass attack on a resident by one of its operatives and promises to cover medical bills. Read More: https://punchng.com/cutlass-attack-unacceptable-we-condemn-it-says-abia-agency-dg/

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has officially rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC) after defecting from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-kano-gov-officially-rejoins-apc/

As Binance Wallet adds AI discovery tools, buyers eye ZKP. Discover why ZKP Stage 2, with its capped supply and burn mechanism, is gaining attention. Read More: https://punchng.com/binance-wallet-expands-ai-discovery-tools-while-buyers-shift-focus-to-zkp-as-stage-2-goes-live/

Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, son of NNPP’s Rabiu Kwankwaso, has resigned his post as Kano State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-kwankwasos-son-resigns-as-kano-commissioner/

The APC states Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s leadership has united the party in Rivers State, providing direction and boosting membership ahead of bye-elect Read More: https://punchng.com/fubaras-leadership-has-united-apc-party/

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has officially rejoined the All Progressives Congress. Yusuf defected to the ruling party on Monday at the Coronation Hall of the Kano Government House. He was received into the party by former National Chairman of the APC and ex-Kano State governor, Abdullahi Ganduje; the Deputy President of the Senate and […] The post JUST IN: Kano Gov. Abba Yusuf Officially Joins APC appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Nigerian Exchange opened the week flat as marginal gains in select stocks offset losses, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid mixed sectoral performances.

Aston Villa has agreed to an £18m deal to sign striker Tammy Abraham from Besiktas, completing the Tammy Abraham transfer back to the Premier League. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-aston-villa-agree-18m-transfer-for-tammy-abraham/

The actress made the remarks in a recent episode of That’s What She Said vodcast, noting that women are better prepared for marriage when they live independently before getting married. The post ‘Women need to live alone before marriage’– Actress Teniola Aladese appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Armed Forces of Nigeria confirms an alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu, revealing findings and upcoming military trials for implicated officers.

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) on Monday flagged off the plotting of coordinates for disputed and newly drilled oil and gas wells across affected oil-producing states, marking a major step toward resolving long-standing boundary and ownership concerns in the sector. Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the [...]

El-kanemi Warriors technical adviser, Kabiru Dogo says his side will keep pushing hard to move up the table in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, DAILY POST reports. The Maiduguri club defeated Ikorodu City 1-0 in a matchday 22 fixture on Sunday. Muktar Ismail netted the winning goal one minute from time. El-kanemi Warriors moved […] NPFL: Dogo targets more points after El-kanemi Warriors’ win over Ikorodu City 

Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has stated that he does not know who will succeed him after the expiration of his tenure in May 2027. The post 2027: I don’t know my successor – Zulum appeared first on Vanguard News.

Warri Wolves technical adviser, Aluma Napoleon, has blamed tactical errors for his team’s defeat to Rangers. The Seasiders suffered a 4-2 loss to Rangers at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium on Sunday. The defeat put an end to Warri Wolves’ three-game unbeaten run. Napoleon admitted that Rangers unsettled their game plan. “Honestly Rangers unsettled our game […] NPFL: Why Warri Wolves lost to Rangers–Napoleon

For Rivers United, the Ndola draw may not have ignited their Champions League campaign, but it has kept it alive The post CAF Champions League: Finidi admits Rivers United needed more than a draw in Zambia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Maj.-Gen. Buba Marwa, has disclosed that terrorists and kidnappers now live in communities where cannabis is grown. Marwa made the disclosure on Monday during a courtesy visit to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, ahead of the launch of the […]

Chelsea, on Monday, announced the signing of Yisa Alao from Sheffield Wednesday. The Blues disclosed this in a post on their website ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash with Napoli on Wednesday. Alao, who plays as a left-back, agreed a contract with Chelsea until 2028. The 17-year-old came through Sheffield Wednesday’s academy and made […] Transfer: Chelsea announce deal for Alao

The Niger State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old dismissed police officer, Haruna Haggai, for allegedly impersonating a serving police officer, snatching motorcycles and extorting residents of Minna, the state capital. Haggai was arrested on January 16, 2026, at about 10:00 p.m. at his residence in the Sauka-Kahuta area by operatives of the Force Intelligence […]

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun has urged youths to shun all forms of anti-social behavior, reiterating that they remain pivotal to the economic growth, social transformation and democratic stability of the state. The Governor stated this at the formal opening and swearing-in ceremony of the 2026 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Batch A, Stream […] Shun anti-social behaviors, be diligent, purposeful – Gov Abiodun to youths

APC Igbo Youth Forum condemned the NRS appointment of Obinna Ihedioha, citing opposition links and urging President Tinubu to reverse the decision.

Last week, President Donald Trump said a US "armada" was heading toward the Gulf and that Washington was watching Iran closely after a bloody crackdown on protesters. The post Any attack on Iran will ignite region – Hezbollah chief warns appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Federal Government commits to clearing all outstanding public service arrears from the 2004-2007 reforms, aiming for full payment by December Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-vows-to-settle-20-year-old-public-service-arrears-by-december/

Bauchi State NYSC Coordinator, Mr Umoren Kufre applauded the governor on Friday during the swearing-in ceremony of the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream One corps members The post Governor Mohammed praised for renovating, securing NYSC camp appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nnewi’s Knights of St. John International has taken action against Sir James Okoye, a knight who renounced Christianity over the recognition of late Ifeanyi Ubah.

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, ABUJA BUREAU To ensure that Nigeria’s senior women’s football team Super Falcons performance excellently in the upcoming Women’s African Cup of (WAFCON) in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, 2026, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has entered the team for the West African Football Union (WAFU B) Four-Nation Tournament holding [...]

Mustapha Rabi’u Kwankwaso, son of former Kano State governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has resigned his appointment as Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development in Governor Abba Yusuf cabinet. Kwankwaso announced his resignation on Monday in a statement posted on his verified Facebook page, thereby ending his membership of […]

Lagos State has commenced humanitarian support for residents impacted by recent safety enforcement actions in parts of Makoko, as the government moves to ease the hardship caused by the interventions around high-risk zones. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said the state is providing palliatives, relocation assistance and other forms of targeted relief to affected families, stressing that […] Lagos begins relief for Makoko residents affected by demolition

Trump said that Tom Homan, his point man for border security, would arrive in the state later and "will report directly to me." The post Trump sends top official to Minneapolis after killing sparks backlash appeared first on Vanguard News.

  Abba Atiku, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has declared that no political party can defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Abba, who recently joined the All Progressives Congress, spoke in Yola on Monday after picking his APC membership registration card at Gwadabawa Ward in Yola North Local Government Area […] The post My Father, Obi, Others Can’t Defeat Tinubu In 2027, Atiku’s Son Declares appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, was conspicuously absent from the opening ceremony of Oyo State at 50 celebrations, which was held on Monday at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan (UI). The absence of the Alaafin has reinforced the perceived conflict between the the traditional ruler and the Oyo State government. […]

The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Bayo Ojulari, has commended Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) following the discovery of a new oil well in the Niger Delta. The discovery was made at the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well, located in the shallow offshore western Niger Delta, and operated by […] Ojulari reacts as NNPCL, Chevron discover fresh oil well in Niger Delta

Major Gen Uba said the investigation examined all circumstances surrounding the conduct of the affected personnel and identified a number of officers with cases to answer. The post Alleged Coup: 16 indicted officers to face special military court-martial – DHQ appeared first on Vanguard News.

The World Cup is due to be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11-July 19. The post Ex-FIFA boss Blatter suggests fans shouldn’t travel to US for World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.