Global stocks see mixed results as Seoul’s Kospi hits a new record. Wall Street pauses despite strong Nvidia earnings, raising questions about AI investmen Read More: https://punchng.com/seoul-hits-record-high-global-stocks-turn-mixed-as-wall-street-pause/

Bauchi Police deploy massive personnel and weaponry to Alkaleri LGA to combat a recent resurgence of banditry in Bauchi and ensure residents’ safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-police-deploy-massive-personnel-weaponry-to-bauchi-communities/

Nigeria’s National Universities Commission (NUC) has issued strict new guidelines to regulate the award and use of honorary doctorates. See the full list. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-nuc-releases-guidelines-on-honorary-doctorates/

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has commended Victor Osimhen for his role in Galatasaray’s triumph over Juventus, DAILY POST reports. The Yellow and Reds booked their place in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League following a 7-5 aggregate win over Juventus. Osimhen registered two assists in the first leg, and scored once […] UCL: Buruk hails Osimhen’s decisive role in Galatasaray’s triumph over Juventus

Ooni described Disu’s appointment as timely, especially at a period when the nation was grappling with complex security challenges. The post Ooni congratulates acting IGP Tunji Disu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have ambushed members of a vigilante group on routine patrol along the Warave–Gwoza Road in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, killing one operative. Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday when the insurgents opened fire on members of the Civilian Joint […] Boko Haram ambush vigilantes in Borno, one CJTF member killed

Troops of Sector 1 under Operation HADIN KAI, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have neutralised four suspected Boko Haram terrorists during an offensive operation in the Shehuri area of Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State. Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was carried out at about […] Troops kill four Boko Haram suspects, recover weapons in Borno

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has called on Ogun State authorities to launch a preliminary investigation into allegations involving singer Simi, urging any victims to come forward to support the process. Speaking on Channels TV’s Morning Brief, Lola Vivour-Adeniyi, Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency, emphasized the […] Lagos agency urges Ogun Govt to probe allegations against Simi

Brazil’s Supreme Court has convicted two politicians for ordering the 2018 assassination of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco, in a ruling that showcases the entrenched links between politics and organized crime. In a unanimous decision on Wednesday, the court found former federal lawmaker Chiquinho Brazão and his brother, Domingos Brazão, a former state legislator, […] Brazil supreme court convicts two politicians over 2018 murder of Marielle Franco

The Niger Delta Development Commission calls on host communities to protect its projects from widespread vandalism, theft, and neglect to ensure developmen Read More: https://punchng.com/nddc-urges-host-communities-to-safeguard-projects-against-vandalism/

The House of Representatives on Wednesday summoned the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, and Chairman of the Nigerian Revenue Service, NRS, Mr. Zach Adedeji, over the zero implementation of the 2025 capital budget despite the country’s excess revenue. The session, chaired by Abubakar Bichi, Chairman of the […] Reps query Edun, Bagudu, Adedeji over 2025 budget failure

Watch the viral moment Arsenal legend Thierry Henry surprises Victor Osimhen by greeting him in Nigerian Pidgin English after a Champions League match. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-how-bodi-thierry-henry-greets-osimhen-in-pidgin/

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has spoken up after visiting Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde at the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Ibadan, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

In a public notice issued on Thursday, the commission said the guidelines became necessary following the growing rate of indiscriminate conferment and abuse of honorary doctorate titles within the Nigerian University System.

Ahead of the national convention of the All Progressives Congress, APC, the North-Central APC Forum has urged President Bola Tinubu to ensure the election of credible national officers for the party during the exercise. The APC national convention is scheduled to hold between 27th and 28th March, 2026. National officers of the party, who will […] National convention: APC Forum tasks Tinubu on election of credible national officers

The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court has restrained the Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, from arresting or impounding privately owned vehicles that are not engaged in commercial activities on roads within its jurisdiction in Abuja. The ruling followed a suit filed by an Abuja resident, Salimon Abdulhakeem Abiodun, who approached the court over what […] FCT court bars AMAC from arresting, seizing private vehicles

Learn how bookmakers set football odds by combining probability, risk management, and market forces. See why prices change before a match starts. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-bookmakers-set-football-odds/

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday appealed to the leadership of the 10th Senate to amend the constitution to provide a legal framework for the establishment of State Police to tackle insecurity nationwide. President Tinubu made the appeal during an interfaith breakfast with senators at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The President said that the [...]

Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, has lashed out at Arise News anchor, Rufai Oseni. Speaking during an appearance on Arise Television, Agbakoba told the anchor that he was not on the programme to be cross-examined. The senior lawyer also said that he was not in court to answer questions, […] ‘I’m not here to be cross-examined’ – Agbakoba tells Arise News anchor, Rufai

“Despite recent incidents in neighbouring Gwana District, Mansur town remains unaffected, and there is no cause for alarm,” he added.

Lagos State refers allegations against singer Simi to the Commissioner of Police. The DSVA investigates tweets linked to alleged incidents at a creche facility.

Omwamba founded a recruitment agency, Global Face Human Resources, used to funnel Kenyans to Russia. The post Kenyan arrested for trafficking men to Russian army appeared first on Vanguard News.

"Real Madrid condemns this type of gesture and expression that incites violence and hatred in sports and society." The post Real Madrid victory for ‘everyone against racism’ – Tchouameni appeared first on Vanguard News.

Adeyanju urged leaders and officers to circumspect when dealing with citizens, adding that they should not use their position to victimize people...

BENIN – Chief Anayo Arinze, former National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has expressed shock at the attack on the 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP),…

The talks mediated by Oman follow a massive US military build-up in the region not seen in decades, with President Donald Trump threatening to strike Iran if a deal is not reached. The post Iran insists not seeking nuclear weapon ahead of US talks appeared first on Vanguard News.

Goods valued at millions of naira have been destroyed following a major fire outbreak at the Opolo Furniture Market in Yenagoa. The inferno, which erupted in the early hours of The post Bayelsa furniture market razed in early morning inferno appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

HARARE – Professor Jonathan Moyo has dismissed as “fabrication” claims circulating on social media that a leaked audio recording captured him advising ruling party officials on strategies linked to Zimbabwe’s proposed Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 and the widely debated “2030 agenda.” In a detailed response, Moyo said the recording, which has been widely shared […] The post Moyo Rejects Leaked Audio Claims, Says Recording Was Illegal and Misrepresented appeared first on The Zimbabwe Mail.

A former Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Mike Okiro, has provided some insights on the reason behind President Bola Tinubu’s decision to appoint Tunji Disu as the new Inspector-General of Police. DAILY POST reported that Disu took over from Kayode Egbetokun at a handing over ceremony in Abuja on Wednesday. This was after Tinubu decorated him […] Why Tinubu appointed Tunji Disu as Inspector-General of Police – Mike Okiro

Henry, working as a pundit for CBS, interviewed Osimhen after Galatasaray edged Juventus 7–5 on aggregate to reach the competition’s second round for the first time in 12 years. The post ‘How bodi’ – Thierry Henry charms Osimhen with Pidgin appeared first on Vanguard News.

Afrobeats artist Rema has opened up about his pre-show rituals, revealing that he drinks alcohol, smokes cigarettes, and prays before performing on stage. In an interview with Dazed on the The post I smoke, pray before stage performance – Rema appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Suspected members of the Lakurawa armed group have reportedly attacked Dadin-Kowa community in Maiyama Local Government Area of Kebbi State, killing several residents and injuring many others during Taraweeh prayers. This was disclosed in a post on Thursday by security analyst and crisis journalist, Bakatsine, via his X handle. According to the report, the attackers […] Several feared dead as Lakurawa bandits strike Kebbi community during Taraweeh prayers

Iran’s president insists the country is not seeking nuclear weapons as last-ditch US-Iran nuclear talks begin to avert a potential military conflict. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-insists-not-seeking-nuclear-weapon-ahead-of-us-talks/

Gospel singer Busola Oke has refuted claims that she considered taking her own life, stating that her recent emotional live video was a plea for support and connection, not a The post ‘I never said I was going to commit suicide’ – Busola Oke appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The NDPHC has called on the federal government to phase out electricity subsidies and introduce fully cost-reflective tariffs for all categories of consumers.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Six  more players have stormed the Super Falcons’ camp for the double-header friendlies against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, Prompt News reports. Jennifer Echegini, and Comfort Erhabor hit Yaoundé on Thursday morning, after the quartet of Rinsola Babajide, Shukurat Oladipo, Folashade Ijamilusi, and Kafayat Shittu arrived on Wednesday night. 11 players [...]