FCT Police advise the NLC and TUC to reschedule their planned Abuja protest, citing intelligence on potential hijacking by non-state actors. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-urge-nlc-tuc-to-reschedule-tuesdays-abuja-protest/

First Abu Dhabi Bank announces its expansion into sub-Saharan Africa by opening a new representative office in Lagos, Nigeria, marking a significant push. Read More: https://punchng.com/first-abu-dhabi-bank-to-open-nigerian-office-in-sub-saharan-push/

A total sum of N1.969 trillion, being the December 2025 Federation Account revenue, has been shared among the Federal Government, states and local government councils. This was disclosed in a communiqué from the Federation Account Allocation Committee, made available on Monday by Director Press and Public Relations, Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, Mr Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-states-lgs-share-n1-969trn-in-december-2025-revenue/

An early morning Kano market fire has razed sections of the popular Singa Market. Firefighters are on the scene battling the blaze to prevent further sprea Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-guts-popular-kano-market/

Nigeria Must Turn Science Into Solutions To Tackle Health, Economic Crises, Says Pate TOYIN ADEBAYO, ABUJA Nigeria must urgently strengthen its capacity to translate scientific research into practical healthcare solutions…

A candidate for the Awujale throne urges Ogun State and kingmakers to uphold tradition in the selection process, ensuring fairness and transparency. Read More: https://punchng.com/awujale-candidate-urges-ogun-kingmakers-to-uphold-tradition-in-selection-process/

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has said opposition political parties only talk on the television while the ruling party is busy engaging and mobilizing people at the grassroots. The National Chairman of the party, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, who said this on Sunday when he featured in an interview on Trust TV, added that it is […] 2027: Opposition only talks on TV while we mobilise, engage Nigerians  – APC

Nigeria's banks face a March 2026 recapitalisation deadline. Top performers like Access and Zenith exceed targets, while others risk mergers or exits if they fail.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, says the opposition African Democratic Congress, ADC, is intimidated by the massive membership registration of the ruling party. The National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Morka, said this in a statement on Monday. Morka said the ADC has spewed a nonsensical allegation that civil servants were being pressured to […] ADC intimidated by our massive membership registration – APC boasts

A Chief Lecturer in Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic and founder, Uyo Book Club, UBC, Dr Udeme Nana, has decried the waning reading culture in Nigeria. He noted that the phenomenon is the cause of reduction in deep thinking and critical reasoning in the society. Speaking in Uyo during the January 2026 reading session of Uyo […] Polytechnic don, Nana decries waning reading culture in Nigeria

The Kwara State Government inaugurates a multi-sectoral committee to enhance disease surveillance and response to public health threats in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-sets-up-committee-to-boost-disease-surveillance/

Asked what would happen if Atiku prevented Obi from securing the ADC ticket, Yakasai dismissed the suggestion, describing the former Vice President as a leader and father. The post 2027: Atiku can anoint Peter Obi to win for ADC - Tanko Yakasai appeared first on Vanguard News.

A popular Islamic cleric based in Zaria, Kaduna State, Sheikh Usman Idris Kusfa, popularly known as ‘Rigi-Rigi’, has died at the age of 57. The death of the cleric was confirmed on Monday by a senior disciple, Nasiruddeen Umar, also known as Baharu, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Zaria. […]

Chelsea, on Monday, announced that Frankie Runham will spend the rest of the season on loan at Championship club Ipswich Town. Runham came through Chelsea’s development centre programme at the age of eight. He has progressed through the youth ranks at the club’s Academy and featured regularly for their Under-18s as a schoolboy during the […] Transfer deadline day: Chelsea announce deal for Runham as Arsenal hold Wilson’s talk

Karim Benzema is in negotiations to join Al-Hilal from rivals Al-Ittihad after a contract dispute, with talks centered on a potential transfer. Read More: https://punchng.com/benzema-in-talks-to-join-rivals-al-hilal-after-contract-dispute/

Nigeria’s new Tax Act tightens filing timelines, raises penalties, and signals tougher enforcement as authorities prepare for full implementation.

Eight-year-old American singer, Aura Valentina, popularly known as Aura V, made history at the 68th Grammy Awards on Sunday by becoming the The post Eight-year-old Aura V makes history as youngest Grammy winner appeared first on Tribune Online.

Power in Nigeria is intoxicating. It flatters, insulates and deceives its holders into believing it is permanent. But history keeps proving otherwise. Mohammed Bello Adoke (SAN) once stood at the very centre of power. As Attorney-General and Minister of Justice under President Goodluck Jonathan, he served for five years as one of the most influential […]

Nine suspects accused of leading the deadly attack on Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State in June 2025, have pleaded not guilty to a 57-count terrorism charge filed by the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice. The suspects, Ado Lawal Mohammed Dunu, Alhaji Haruna Abdullahi, Yakubu Adamu, […] Yelwata Killings: Nine suspects plead not guilty to 57-count terrorism charge

One of the coastal communities in Akwa Ibom State, Ibeno Clan Council, has made a passionate appeal to governor Umo Eno to extend the ongoing land reclamation and environmental interventions around the Secretariat to other flood ravaged communities within Ibeno Local Government Area of the State. The Secretary, Chief Udofia Okon Udofia who spoke on […] Extend your land reclamation drive to Ibeno flood ravaged communities – Gov Eno urged

Justice Nwite granted the order following an ex-parte motion moved by the EFCC’s lawyer, Ekele Iheanacho, SAN.

The Federal Government has constituted a prosecution team for the trial of nine suspects accused of involvement in the Yelwata killings in Benue state.

The Lagos State Government has cautioned operators of articulated vehicles, tankers and trucks to strictly adhere to traffic regulations and prescribed speed limits, warning that violations will attract severe sanctions. The Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Transportation, Mr Sola Giwa, issued the warning in a statement released on Sunday following a serious road […] Lagos govt cautions articulated vehicle operators over speeding, traffic violations

It isn’t about luck for Nigerian SMEs to penetrate tough markets; it’s about understanding the dynamics of your customers, your product, and the environment. SMEs often fail not because the idea is bad, but because their approach doesn’t fit the realities of the market. The good news is that market entry can be done effectively […] This article How Nigerian SMEs Can Penetrate Tough Markets: Practical Strategies appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

By Alebiowu Kehinde     The 68th Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 1, 2026, brought significant attention to both music and fashion, especially from Nigerian fans watching closely as Afrobeats…

James Brown attends a church deliverance, discussing fame's unseen challenges and his focus on spiritual growth, sparking mixed reactions online.

The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, amended charges against nine suspected terrorists who allegedly attacked Yelwata in Benue where about 150 persons were killed. The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Mr Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, who led the Federal Government’s team of lawyers to court, told Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of […] AGF Fagbemi arraigns suspected terrorists on 57-count charge over Yelwata massacre

Oyo State Government has approved the early closure of offices across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to The post 50th anniversary: Oyo govt directs early closure of offices on Tuesday appeared first on Tribune Online.

Normal business activities resume at the Onitsha Market as traders reopen shops following a one-week closure ordered by Governor Soludo over sit-at-home. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-onitsha-market-sees-normal-activity-as-many-shops-open-on-monday/

Studying in 2026 just got smarter. Here are 10 powerful AI tools Nigerian students can use to improve learning, save time, and reduce stress. The post 10 AI tools every Nigerian student needs for 2026 semesters appeared first on Tribune Online.

   

A hot chase ensued, leading to the arrest of two male suspects identified as Anitie The post Two arrested as Police stop cult initiation at Uyo secondary school appeared first on Tribune Online.

South African authorities have disconnected electricity supply to the Nigerian High Commission over unpaid utility bills, the City of Tshwane has confirmed.

Kwara State College of Education, Oro, has reopened for academic activities following a government directive after a closure due to security concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-college-reopens-after-security-closure/

Julius Rone, Chief Executive Officer of UTM Offshore, says the company will move into the construction phase of Nigeria’s first Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) project this year, even as…

A snake expert, Dr Mark Ofua, has pointed out practical ways to prevent snakes from entering one's house. He gave seven steps, which are very important.