Nigerian soldiers released by Burkina Faso after diplomatic talks have safely arrived in Accra, Ghana. The crew was detained after an emergency landing. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-soldiers-released-by-burkina-faso-arrive-in-ghana/

President Tinubu shares the numerous obstacles on his path to the presidency, citing divine intervention and perseverance for his victory at an APC NEC mee Read More: https://punchng.com/i-faced-obstacles-on-my-path-to-presidency-tinubu-tells-apc-nec/

The PDP slams Tinubu’s 2026 budget, calling it a plan for ‘renewed sufferings.’ Learn why the opposition party criticizes the economic claims and fiscal po Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-labels-tinubus-2026-budget-as-consolidated-renewed-sufferings/

Rabiu Kwankwaso and NNPP leaders hold a NEC meeting to prepare for the party’s national convention, emphasizing unity and discipline for future elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwankwaso-nnpp-leaders-hold-nec-meeting-ahead-national-convention/

A Federal High Court rejected an ex parte motion to stop the David Mark-led ADC’s convention, citing the need for a fair hearing. Learn more here. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-rejects-bid-to-halt-david-mark-led-adcs-convention-congresses/

Ogun State’s Labour Party invites PDP chieftain Segun Showunmi to be its candidate for the 2027 gov race, citing his passion for good governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/labour-party-woos-pdp-chieftain-for-2027-ogun-gov-race/

AWKA – Nawfia community in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, has announced the suspension of one of the major Igbo cultural festivals, “Igu Aro” which marks the new… The post Nawfia Community Suspends Igu Aro Festival Over Gunmen Attacks appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The APC governors alleged that Nigeria was “in a state of coma” when Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, with empty national coffers The post 2027: Nigeria in coma, coffers empty before Tinubu took charge – APC govs appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2026 budget, describing it as a “budget of consolidated renewed sufferings” for Nigerians. The opposition party said the budget, presented to the National Assembly under the theme “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity,” masks the economic hardships faced by ordinary citizens. In […] PDP blasts Tinubu’s 2026 budget as ‘consolidated renewed sufferings’

By Chebo Tamanjong, Trade and Investment Analyst NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 19 – Over the past decade, the United Arab Emirates has consolidated itself as one of the continent’s most active economic partners. Having focused on North Africa initially, the UAE’s economic engagement with the continent has extended to other regions across the continent. In East […]

President Tinubu warns governors he may enforce LG autonomy with an Executive Order for direct FAAC deductions, urging compliance with a Supreme Court ruli Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-lg-autonomy-tinubu-threatens-govs-with-direct-faac-deductions/

The leadership of the Nawfia community in Njikoka LGA of Anambra State has suspended the “Igu Aro” festival until further notice due to increased gunmen's attacks.

The margin between the parallel and official markets narrowed to N9.5 per dollar from N24.1 per dollar on Thursday The post Naira appreciates to N1,476/$ in black market appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Jasikan, Elizabeth Kessewaah Anim Adjornor, has announced her decision to return to the camp of former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, describing the move as one guided by conviction, conscience and consistency.

Former Rivers Governor Peter Odili praises Gov. Siminalayi Fubara’s APC defection, calling it a perfect alignment with the Federal Government for state ben Read More: https://punchng.com/odili-hails-fubaras-apc-defection-says-rivers-alignment-with-fg-perfect/

The Borno State Police Command has confirmed that a suspect linked to the alleged rape of a five-year-old pupil in the Low Cost area of Maiduguri has voluntarily surrendered to the police According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, the suspect, Abdulsalam M. Adakwaki, who was earlier […] Suspect turns himself in over alleged child rape in Borno

“Nigeria’s opposition did not survive by accident. It survived because one man refused to surrender the political space" The post How Shettima, Akpabio, Abbas rallied APC behind Tinubu; stressed legislative backing appeared first on Vanguard News.

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The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has raised concern about the persistent theft and vandalism of streetlight infrastructure, describing it as a major setback to efforts to keep Accra well-lit and safe, especially during the festive season.

The private placement will issue 2 billion shares in all, Access Holdings said. That will take its outstanding shares to 55.3 billion. The post Access Holdings to sell new shares in foreign currency in bid to raise N40 billion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Adolescent Health Focal Person at the Tema Metropolitan Health Directorate, Doris Ocansey, has cautioned adolescents and young people against the frequent use of emergency contraceptive pills, warning that abuse could have adverse health implications.

The Nigeria Police Force has reacted to reports surrounding a court action on the tinted glass permit policy, clarifying its position and next steps.

Troops of Sector 2 of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have intercepted two pickup vans conveying assorted items suspected by security sources to be logistics supplies for the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Yobe State. This was contained in a post shared on X on Friday […] Troops intercept suspected ISWAP supply vans in Yobe

President Bola Tinubu on Friday cautioned state governors that he could issue an Executive Order to enforce direct funding for local governments if they fail to comply with a recent Supreme Court judgment granting financial autonomy to the third tier of government. The President issued the warning while speaking at the 15th National Executive Committee, […] ‘I may use executive order to enforce direct LG allocations’ – Tinubu warns governors

'You can live wherever you like, but you can't be in charge of my husband's office and also be in charge of me, his wife, inside my house' The post Presidency’s mgt of Buhari’s burial stopped relatives, wives, grandchildren that filled Villa — Aisha appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gombe State Government has assured the public that appropriate internal mechanisms have been activated to address allegations of

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Nawfia community leadership announces its major Anambra festival suspended to prevent further loss of lives following recent fatal gun attacks in the area. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-community-suspends-festival-over-gun-attacks/

….As Army Commissions Affordable Housing Scheme, Shopping Complex In Ibadan IBADAN – The Nigerian Army on Friday commissioned the Affordable Home Ownership Option for All Soldiers (AHOOAS) housing estate in… The post COAS Calls For More State Support For Soldiers’ Welfare appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Ogun State is integrating cancer screening into family planning services to improve early detection of breast and cervical cancer among women. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-institute-integrate-cancer-screening-into-family-planning-services/

President Bola Tinubu has warned state governors that he may issue an Executive Order to enforce direct allocation of funds to local governments if they fail to comply with a recent Supreme Court judgment granting financial autonomy to the third tier of government. The President issued the warning on Friday during the 15th National Executive [...]

ABUJA – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the 2026 budget presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the joint session of the National Assembly as a budget of… The post 2026 Budget: PDP Describes It As Budget Of Consolidated Renewed Sufferings appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A post-primary school teacher, identified as Simon Iorkase, has reportedly been shot dead in Abaji-Kpav, Tordonga, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, following a disagreement with the Ward Commander of the Benue State Civil Protection Guard, BSCPG. Sources disclosed that the incident occurred while the BSCPG Ward Commander was at his lawful duty post. […] Teacher shot dead in Benue after dispute with Civil Protection Guard commander

Eight suspects have been arrested in Navrongo following a special anti-crime operation by the Divisional Police Command as part of heightened security measures ahead of the Christmas festivities.

The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested an alleged cult leader, Mohammed Mukhtar, also known as Sai Mallam, and a man suspected to be a serial rapist, Annas Sani, as part of ongoing efforts to curb crime in the state. Police said Mukhtar is believed to be the leader and chief priest of the Sai […] Sokoto police arrest alleged cult leader, serial rape suspect

"He had been a soldier in the bush for 30 months, mostly in the South-South, soaked by rain in uniforms that dried on his body" The post Pneumonia, not cancer, was my husband’s last adversary — Aisha Buhari appeared first on Vanguard News.