The Nigerian Army deploys troops to manage the Delta community crisis in Ugborodo and Ogidigbe, aiming to restore peace and order after recent violence. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-deploys-troops-to-feuding-delta-coastal-communities/

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke foiled a kidnap attempt on the Otukpo–Enugu expressway, successfully rescuing 24 passengers traveling to Ibadan. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-foil-kidnap-attempt-rescue-24-passengers/

Former European Union Commissioner Thierry Breton has lashed out at the United States over new visa restrictions imposed on him and several others, describing the move as a “witch-hunt.” In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, Breton wrote, “Is McCarthy’s witch-hunt back?,” a reference to the 1950s anti-communist crusades in the US led […]

A video of the former Senate President, Anyim Pius Anyim, serving as an usher at Bishop David Abioye’s church has surfaced online. It got people talking.

Indomie Nigeria has clarified recent reports circulating in the media regarding a NAFDAC safety alert on an Indomie Noodles Vegetable Flavour. “The product referenced in the NAFDAC alert is not manufactured, imported, distributed, or sold in Nigeria”, according to a statement by Dufil Prima Foods. As clearly stated in NAFDAC’s official press release, the affected […] Indomie Noodles Vegetable Flavour not sold in Nigeria – Dufil Prima Foods

From January 2026, Nigerians will face higher charges for online transfers as the government reinstates stamp duty, shifting costs to senders and impacting payments.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, have asked the Federal Government to stop the implementation of the new Tax Reform Acts. In a statement on Tuesday, NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe (SAN) said the controversy surrounding the tax laws threatens the credibility of Nigeria’s law-making process and raises serious constitutional […] The post Atiku, NBA Ask FG To Halt New Tax Laws Over Alleged Alterations  appeared first on OsunDefender.

Nigerian singer Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, has accused his colleagues, Don Jazzy and D’banj, of conspiring with others to betray him many years ago. In a recent interview with Echo Room, JJC claimed that the duo and others betrayed him despite his accommodating, feeding and clothing them as struggling artists in the […] Don Jazzy, D’banj betrayed me – JJC Skillz

All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State has condemned an assault involving an aide of Gombe State governor attached to the Office of the Chief of Staff and a serving councillor in a viral video that sparked public outrage. LEADERSHIP learned that civil society organisations (CSOs), including Amnesty International, Gombe State Network of Civil Society […]

Nollywood actor Lalude accuses Femi Adebayo and Odunlade Adekola of excluding him from their films, despite his early contributions to their success. Fans react.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of two large parcels of land originally allocated for the Goodluck Jonathan Legacy Model Housing Estate. Justice Mohammed Umar made the ruling following a motion filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), represented by Osuobeni Akponimisingha, with no objection […] The post Court Orders Forfeiture Of Lands Linked To Goodluck Jonathan Estate appeared first on OsunDefender.

Kebbi State Police Command has decorated assistant commissioner of police (ACP) Aliyu A. Rabah with the rank of deputy commissioner of police (DCP) at a ceremony held at the command’s headquarters yesterday. His elevation was part of the recent nationwide promotion exercise by the Police Service Commission, announced through the Office of the Inspector-General of […]

U.S. lawmaker, Rep. Riley M. Moore, has celebrated the release of Sunday Jackson, who has spent over a decade in Nigeria prison, details around it are published.

Motorists are complaining about their inability to buy Dangote petrol at the approved pump price of N739, due to shortages of MRS filling stations.

Grammy-nominated Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced plans to formally join the Accord Party, following the defection of his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Davido disclosed on Tuesday via his social media pages that he would be in Osogbo to collect his Accord […]

  The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has denied claims that he described the controversial tax regulation currently in circulation as “fake,” saying his comments were misrepresented by sections of the media. Oyedele made the clarification on Wednesday during an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show, amid growing […]

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has decorated newly promoted senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force, which included one deputy inspector general of police and seven assistant inspectors-general of police. IGP Egbetokun also decorated 13 deputy commissioners of police who were promoted to substantive commissioners of police. The promotions followed a rigorous […]

The NFVCB defends its approval of ‘A Very Dirty Christmas,’ stating the title is metaphorical and not an insult to Christianity after public criticism. Read More: https://punchng.com/nfvcb-defends-a-very-dirty-christmas-title-seeks-change-after-backlash/

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Lagos State Command, has deployed 3,100 officers and men across the state to ensure the protection of lives and property during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The post Yuletide: NSCDC Lagos deploys over 3,000 officers to safeguard lives, property appeared first on Vanguard News.

Zelensky presented the plan during a two-hour briefing with journalists, reading from a highlighted and annotated version. The post Zelensky reveals US-Ukraine plan to end Russian war, key questions remain appeared first on Vanguard News.

Anthony Ufoh The Federal Government has slated 2025 as the year when the end-of-life vehicle policy will become operational. The government aims the policy at improving automotive waste management and… The post Federal Government To Implement ‘End -Of –Life Cycle’ Vehicle Policy In 2026 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Asian stocks rise following strong US economic data, though markets remain mixed. Gold prices shatter records, topping $4,500 amid geopolitical tensions. Read More: https://punchng.com/asian-stocks-rise-as-gold-shatters-records-above-4500/

Abuja journalists are celebrating this Christmas with a significant boost to their welfare, thanks to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council. Under the leadership of Comrade Grace Ike, the council has distributed over 600 bags of rice to its members in Abuja, a gesture aimed at alleviating economic pressures and […]

The spokesperson said deployment followed the Commissioner of Police, Mr Olohundare Jimoh’s order, in line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, Mr kayode Egbetokun. The post Yuletide: Lagos Police deploy 5,000 personnel for security appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former EFCC acting chairman Ibrahim Magu explained that ex President Goodluck Jonathan was not questioned over the 2.1bn arms deal due to documentary limitations.

  The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed that it will formally receive Plateau State Governor, Barr Caleb Mutfwang, into the party in January 2026. The National Chairman of the APC, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, disclosed this on Tuesday after a stakeholders’ meeting in Jos, Plateau State capital, describing the planned reception as a major […]

Government said it would not tolerate violence from criminal elements, stressing that every act of lawlessness would be met decisively with the full weight of the law. The post Mobile Courts Remand Six Over Assault On LASTMA Officials appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigeria’s growing gaming ecosystem is increasingly defined not by a single studio or genre, but by a range of playable titles and platforms quietly building international visibility. One of the most recognised Nigerian-developed mobile titles is Candy Puzzle: Match 3, produced by Gamsole, a studio whose games have appeared on global app stores and reached […]

The disclosure of the properties traced to Mr Malami came just days after the EFCC conducted searches at his homes and offices in Abuja and Kebbi State amid an ongoing corruption probe. The post EXCLUSIVE: Documents identify N212.8bn properties traced to ex-AGF Malami amid EFCC probe (PHOTOS) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Tech Herfrica, a social impact organisation committed to bridging the digital divide and breaking the cycle of poverty among women and girls in rural African communities, has won the MEA Business Award 2025. The organisation emerged winner in the ‘Best Digital Inclusion Initiative 2025 Africa’ category, in recognition of its outstanding efforts in promoting social […]

The global gaming industry in 2025 has made one thing clear: success is no longer defined by genre dominance alone, but by scale, engagement, and cultural impact across vastly different types of games. One of the year’s most striking commercial stories is Battlefield 6, which recorded one of the strongest launches seen in recent years. […]

Hundreds of the lawmaker’s supporters and guests to the event, dressed in the Action Peoples Party insignias, clutching party flags, had thronged the venue for the event, but were denied entry. The post Federal lawmaker decries sealing of his political reception venue by police, soldiers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has flagged off the distribution of food items in Kaduna for the Christmas and New Year celebrations, donating N100 million to the Christian Northern Nigeria Political Forum (CNNPF). Tinubu commended the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters for organising the programme. […]

A music lover and dancer, a Jerusalem Pilgrim an astute business woman and an Anglican Lay Reader, Lady Ezinne Eunice Nwabugwu Ibe (nee Chime) popularly known as Black Indigo, Apunanwu… The post Anglican Bishops, Governors, Senators Grace Funeral Of Super Dancer, Lady Ezinne Ibe appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The National Assembly on Tuesday passed the revised N48.32 trillion 2025 budget and approved the extension of its implementation to March 31, 2026, following a request by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. President Tinubu had asked the parliament to repeal and re-enact the 2024 and 2025 Appropriation Acts, while also seeking an extension of the 2025 […] The post National Assembly Passes Revised N48.32trn 2025 Budget appeared first on OsunDefender.

The group chief executive officer (GCEO) of BN CITIES, Dr Bunmi Ngozi Osinbajo, through Invincible Queen Mother Nigeria, has hosted a transformative Christmas for over 500 children at Dustbin Village, Ojota, Lagos. The event, titled “Happy Birthday Jesus! Christmas Celebration Outreach” was a compelling blend of faith, compassion and forward-looking community empowerment. The activities included […]