Ex-aspirant Akin Ogunbiyi dissolves his campaign team to support Bola Oyebamiji in the 2026 Osun APC governorship election, uniting party members. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-ex-osun-gov-aspirant-dissolves-campaign-team-backs-apcs-oyebamiji/

Governor Monday Okpebholo enhances Edo security by donating 10 new patrol vehicles to agencies in Edo Central, affirming a zero-tolerance stance on crime. Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-boosts-edo-security-with-10-patrol-vehicles/

Follow live updates as the Super Eagles face Egypt in the AFCON 2025 third-place playoff. Can Nigeria secure the bronze medal in this crucial showdown? Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-live-updates-nga-0-0-egy-eagles-seek-redemption-in-egypt-showdown/

Nigeria’s Super Eagles face Egypt in the third-place playoff for the AFCON 2025 bronze medal. See the startling lineup with Osimhen and Lookman benched. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-osimhen-lookman-benched-as-seagles-battle-egypt-for-bronze/

Released before streaming and social media, these songs thrived on radio airplay, cassette sales and live performances. Here, PREMIUM TIMES revisits classics whose influence still echoes in today’s Afrobeats movement. The post Class of 2000: ‘Konkon Below’, Jagbajantis, ‘You and I’, other Nigerian classics turning 26 in 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu has concluded his high-level participation at the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) and departed the United Arab Emirates on Saturday, returning to Nigeria after a week of intensive diplomatic engagements centered on climate action, energy transition, and global partnerships. The President’s departure was confirmed in a post on X by his […] Tinubu departs Abu Dhabi for Nigeria after sustainability week meeting

President Yoweri Museveni has been declared the winner of the Ugandan presidential election, marking his seventh victory since he came into power as a rebel.

The Kano State Government has rejected reports claiming that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s directive caused an administrative shutdown in the state. Some media outlets alleged that a late-2025 order by the governor, which temporarily prevented Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) from sending files to his office, had “grounded public administration.” Responding in a statement on […] Kano government denies reports of administrative shutdown following Gov Yusuf’s directive

Africa’s struggle for emancipation cannot be resolved without confronting the historical entanglement of faith and power. Religion on the continent has too often been transformed from a personal conviction into a political instrument, capable of legitimising conquest, hierarchy, and enduring domination. While Christianity’s role in Western colonialism is widely acknowledged, Islam’s imperial history in Africa […]

PREMIUM TIMES reported that the Commissioner of Police ordered a probe and directed the embattled pastor to report to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti. The post Lagos Police explain decision to suspend sexual assault investigation involving Chris Okafor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Senator Shehu Sani calls for stronger community vigilance and collective resistance to assist security forces in tackling insecurity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/community-vigilance-key-to-tackling-insecurity-shehu-sani/

The Kano State Police Command has said that seven people were killed after armed attackers broke into a home in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, Kano. Police said they received an emergency call at about 12:10 pm on January 17, 2025, reporting an attack on the home of Haruna Bashir. The victims were identified as Fatima Abubakar, […] Kano killings: Housewife, six children killed by unknown assailants – Police

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Manchester United defeated Manchester City 2-0 in their derby at the Old Trafford on Saturday, Prompt News reports. It was Michael Carrick’s first game in charge of United. Second-half goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu secured maximum points for the Red Devils. It was an impressive all-round display from the [...]

’10 Nigeria give the ball away, but Mohamed cannot thread a pass through to Trezeguet. Egypt look dangerous when they press the Super Eagles high up the pitch. ‘2 Nwabali races off his line to smother the ball after Trezeguet attempts an outside-of-the-boot cross aimed at Salah in the middle. Kick-off Action is underway at […] The post AFCON 2025: Live Updates – Egypt 0-0 Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

A backstage video of Burna Boy’s mum dancing with Odumodublvck’s mum at the AFCON Fan Zone Finale in Rabat goes viral, sparking warm reactions online

The calls were made Saturday at an interdenominational remembrance service held at All Souls Church, Old Bodija, Ibadan, to mark the second anniversary of the tragedy. The post Bodija explosion: Victims seek fresh compensation amid N30bn controversy appeared first on Vanguard News.

NIDCOM decries the killing of a Nigerian man in India by his compatriots over a romantic dispute, urging a full investigation and justice for the victim. Read More: https://punchng.com/nidcom-condemns-killing-of-nigerian-in-india-over-romantic-dispute/

Former Manchester United striker, Michael Owen has reacted to the team’s 2-0 win against Manchester City in the Premier League derby on Saturday. Man United defeated Pep Guardiola’s side at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon. Two goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu gave Michael Carrick’s side the victory against the visitors. Reacting, Owen, in […] EPL: Encouraging signs for Carrick – Michael Owen reacts as Man Utd beat City

The Confederation of African Football has suspended Egypt stars Marwan Attia and Salah Mohsen ahead of their AFCON 2025 third-place clash against Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu returned to Nigeria on Saturday after he and some of his ministers participated in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW2026). The post Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Abu Dhabi trip appeared first on Vanguard News.

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has admitted that the better team won, following their 2-0 defeat to Manchester United on Saturday. Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu scored in the second half, as Michael Carrick began his stint with a win. For City, the loss ended their nine-game unbeaten run and at the risk of going […] EPL: Why Man City lost 2-0 to Man Utd – Guardiola

Madrid cut the gap on leaders Barcelona to one point before the in-form Spanish champions visit Real Sociedad on Sunday. The post Real Madrid overcome own fans’ boos to record Arbeloa’s first win appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, says 20 ships are discharging petroleum products and other commodities at Apapa, Lekki, and Tin-Can Island ports in Lagos. The authority disclosed this in its shipping position made available to newsmen on Saturday. NPA explained that the ships were discharging buck wheat, diesel, crude oil, bulk pallets, general cargo, petrol, […] 20 ships discharging petroleum, other commodities in Lagos ports – NPA reveals

In a statement, the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Umar Muhammad, said the incident occurred on Friday. The post Nigerian soldiers foil kidnapping attempt, rescue victims in Taraba appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A civil society organisation, the National Vanguard for Democratic Coalition (NVDC), has urged the Rivers State House of Assembly to strictly adhere to constitutional provisions in the renewed impeachment move against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, while insisting that due process must not be compromised. The post CSO urges Rivers Assembly to adhere to rule of law in impeachment bid against Fubara appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The remains of Senator Godiya Akwashiki were laid to rest on Saturday at his private residence in Lafia, Nasarawa State. Akwashiki, who died on December 31 2025 at an Indian The post Senator Akwashiki buried amid tears appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

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Michael Carrick’s interim reign begins with a statement victory as Man United beat City 2-0 in the derby, with goals from Mbeumo and Dorgu at Old Trafford. Read More: https://punchng.com/carrick-begins-derby-reign-as-man-united-beat-city-2-0/

Family of late gospel singer, Bunmi Akinnaanu, announces burial rites for Jan 20-21. The ‘Omije Ojumi’ crooner died after a prolonged leg ailment. Read More: https://punchng.com/omije-ojumi-gospel-singer-bunmi-akinnaanu-for-burial-jan-21/

Ndiowu community in Anambra lauds Gov. Soludo for restoring their traditional stool after an 11-year vacancy, electing a new monarch in a peaceful process. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-community-lauds-soludo-for-restoring-traditional-stool-after-11-years/

The family and friends of late gospel singer, Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi have announced schedule for her final burial rites after she died on January 12 after The post Gospel singer ‘Omije Ojumi’ for burial January 21 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

City are still yet to win in four league games this year to fall six points adrift of Arsenal, who have a game in hand away at Nottingham Forest later on Saturday. The post Man City well beaten by ‘better’ Man Utd — Guardiola appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Chairperson of the Rivers State faction of the Labour Party, Hilda Dokubo, has described the recent political crisis in Rivers State as an abuse of democracy. The Martin Amaewhule-led faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly initiated impeachment The post Fubara’s impeachment proceedings an abuse of democracy —  Rivers Labour Party appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Idi Buhari, Emmanuel Jacob and Suleiman Adamu were kidnapped on 9 January 2026 at Gwagwada in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State while travelling through Kugosi to Sarkin Pawa in Niger State to officiate a wedding ceremony. The post SSS rescues abducted pastors, busts arms trafficking network in Kaduna–Niger axis appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Chief Justice Pual Baffoe-Bonnie has announced a series of reforms aimed at decongesting Ghana’s courts, expanding access to justice and strengthening the efficiency of the judicial system.

The traditional ruler of the Lilu community in Ihiala Local Government Area, Anambra State, His Majesty Igwe Godson Onyediri, broke down in tears at the weekend while recounting the human and material losses he and his community have suffered over the past five years due to the insurgency that has affected the area. The post Lilu monarch in tears over extensive carnage appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.