An Ohio man faces federal charges for making threats against Vice President JD Vance, allegedly stating he intended to kill him during a visit to Ohio. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-charged-for-threatening-to-kill-us-vice-president/

Afrobeats star Mr Eazi highlights the touring Africa challenges, citing border and regulatory friction that hinder artists and cross-border collaboration. Read More: https://punchng.com/it-was-easier-to-tour-europe-us-than-africa-mr-eazi/

Family, dignitaries, and scholars gather in Kano for special prayers marking the 50th anniversary of the late General Murtala Mohammed’s death. Read More: https://punchng.com/family-dignitaries-gather-for-murtalas-50th-anniversary-prayers/

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa, received the Zonal Coordinator, Zone A, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs (ACG) Mohammed Babandede, on a familiarisation visit during which he commended officers and men of the Command for their exceptional performance in generating over N2.93 trillion, anti-smuggling operations and trade facilitation throughout the year 2025. LEADERSHIP reports that the […]

The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Nigeria Police Force have partnered to enhance capital market integrity and combat financial crimes. NGX Group hosted a Closing Gong Ceremony in honour of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, signaling a strengthened partnership between capital market regulators and law enforcement agencies. […]

The federal government has urged International Oil Companies (IOCs) operating locally to make use of the offered tax breaks and reforms to boost the oil and gas industry’s growth. The minister of state for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, issued this appeal during a panel discussion titled “Capitalising Africa’s Global Upstream Momentum” at the […]

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) have pledged to deepen collaboration in order to boost operational efficiency.This was the outcome of a meeting between the management of the NUPRC and the NNPC at the Commission’s corporate headquarters in Abuja on Friday. The Commission Chief Executive, NUPRC,  […]

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to demonstrate greater respect and support for the nation’s leaders, warning against the spread of hate-filled narratives and sustained attacks on social media. In a post shared on her Facebook page on Friday night, Mrs Tinubu expressed concern that many Nigerian leaders who are […] Our leaders respected abroad, insulted by Nigerians — First Lady Remi Tinubu

The University of Jos has matriculated over 7,000 fresh students for the 2025/2026 academic session, with a total of 8,828 students expected to complete registration across its various degree programmes, including 73 international students from 20 African countries. The post UNIJOS matriculates over 7,000 students, inducts 140 Nursing graduates appeared first on Vanguard News.

Strengthening Skills-Based Education Vital for Nigeria’s Industrial Growth, Says Bashir Mohammed Abubakar Damaturu. The Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Damaturu, Dr Ibrahim Bello Bashir, has emphasised the importance of enhancing skills-based…

A United Kingdom- backed firm, GuarantCo has provided a 100 per cent guarantee to support a USD 75 million debt facility for Robust International Pte Ltd to construct a new cashew nut processing plant in Ogun State, Nigeria. The British Deputy High Commission, which made this known in Lagos, said this move has become necessary […]

Nigeria’s economic reform programme has received strong endorsement from the World Bank Group, following high-level talks between the country’s finance leadership and senior World Bank officials in Abuja this week, the Federal Ministry of Finance said in a statement on Thursday. The managing director of Operations at the World Bank Group, Anna Bjerde, held strategic […]

Carrick took over as United interim manager until the end of the season after Ruben Amorim was sacked in January. The post Man Utd can’t rush manager choice – Carrick appeared first on Vanguard News.

Transnational Corporation (Transcorp) Plc, the Debt Management Office (DMO), CardinalStone, Chapel Hill Denham and MTN Nigeria Communications (MTNN) were among the recipients at the 2025 Made of Africa Awards. The award hosted by Nigerian Exchange Group recognises institutions driving performance across Nigeria’s capital markets. The awards honour brokers, issuing houses, trustees, fund managers, listed companies […]

Sterling Bank Limited is partnering  with Elizade JAC Autoland Limited to make vehicle ownership more accessible and affordable for Nigerians through simplified financing for individuals and businesses. The partnership is designed to remove common barriers to vehicle purchase by giving customers faster access to funding, simpler eligibility checks, and flexible repayment options. It reflects Sterling […]

Nigeria plans to resume petrol and diesel import permits by February 2026, amid concerns over supply as Dangote Refinery faces challenges with crude deliveries.

The Anwase market attack came two days after the one on Abande community, also in Kwande LGA, where at least five people, including a mobile police officer, were killed on Tuesday. The post Terrorists strike Benue community again, kill 13 days after earlier attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Despite the harsh economic climate, many Nigerians are actively seeking investment opportunities that can generate extra income. Okro farming has emerged as one of the most practical and profitable options. The vegetable remains a staple in households, restaurants, and local markets, ensuring steady demand throughout the year. With proper planning, even small plots of land […]

Jide Awobona opened up about his film Rise With Me, addressing controversies, his portrayal of a female character, and insights on working with Funke Akindele.

A ferocious fire swept through a row of metal container shops along Spintex Road near Marina Mall in the early hours of Saturday, February 7, 2026, destroying several businesses but narrowly avoiding a major catastrophe, following a coordinated response by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).

Lafarge Africa plans a capacity expansion at Ashaka and Sagamu plants to 5.5 million metric tonnes, potentially easing Nigeria's cement supply constraints.

Lagos State Environmental Taskforce today embarked on another enforcement exercise on Lagos Island as it demolished illegal shop extension structures along Breadfruits Street and adjoining areas. The post Street trading: Taskforce demolishes illegal shop structures in Lagos Island, others appeared first on Vanguard News.

Renowned journalist, Paul Adom Otchere, is accusing the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) of using the move for historical retribution rather than national interest in the proposal to rename Kotoka International Airport. Speaking on Joy FM’s flagship Newsfile program today, Otchere argued that the plan to change the airport’s name to “Accra International Airport” is […]

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the enforcement of data privacy and protection in the telecommunications industry. This was disclosed in a statement issued yesterday by the head, public affairs of the NCC, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, stressing that the MoU   […]

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said the recent killing of about 170 people in Kwara State is evidence of a total security collapse under President Bola Tinubu’s watch. The opposition party said the continued mass killings showed that the president’s declaration of a state of emergency on security and the promised recruitment of police […]

One of the freed Kurmin Wali worshippers who was abducted in Kajuru local government area of Kaduna State on January 18  during church services, Charles Sambo, has recounted a horrific experience during their stay in the forest with bandits after spending 18 days in captivity. Bandits had attacked the Kurmin Wali community and whisked away […]

As tension mounts over the selection of a new substantive vice chancellor (VC) of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Akwa Ibom State governor, Umo Eno, has sued for peace, urging the gladiators to embrace due process to avoid crisis. LEADERSHIP Weekend gathered that contending interests at the departure of the immediate past VC, Prof Nyaudoh […]

With the Nigerian population heavily plagued by a myriad of health challenges, the Federal Government has been urged to allocate one percent of the nation’s budget for health research. A Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry expert, Prof Olorunfemi Abraham Eseyin, who made the advocacy, tasked the federal government to devote a substantial portion of the amount […]

The Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Prof Epiphany Azinge, has said former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate in 2023, Mr Peter Obi, would offer credible and effective leadership at any time if given the opportunity. He stated on Thursday when he received Peter Obi and his entourage at the royal palace […]

The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Oliver Alawuba, has called on leaders and key stakeholders in the South-East to prioritise security and peace, infrastructure development and the delivery of bankable, investment-ready projects. This, according to him, is critical if the South Eastern region of the country is to unlock [...]

Leaders of beneficiaries of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) have rejected a recent threat by a group of alleged Itsekiri ex-agitators to shut down oil production in the Niger Delta, describing the group as unrecognised and not part of the official PAP structure. The national chairman of PAP Phase 2, Ibena Rufus Salvation, said the […]

The rural population in Cross River State is facing a significant sanitation challenge, with 40 per cent still practicing open defecation. The permanent secretary, Ministry of Water Resources in Cross River State, Dr Okon Ita, who stated this at the official unveiling of the Cross River State Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) policy in Calabar, […]

Leshann Da Gama's Instagram page vanished amid threats to leak a video involving Senator Adams Oshiomhole, sparking fierce reactions on social media.

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has reaffirmed its strong support to the African Petroleum Producers Organisation (APPO) and its newly established financial institution – the Africa Energy Bank (AEB). The executive secretary of NCDMB, Engr Felix Omatsola Ogbe, made the pledge on Thursday when the new secretary general of APPO, Farid Ghezali, […]

The Oyo State government has reaffirmed its preparedness for the official commencement of the Computer-Based Test (CBT) by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Olusegun Olayiwola, disclosed this while receiving the zonal coordinator and deputy registrar of WAEC, Mr Waheed Amode and his management team during a courtesy […]

Ekiti State government has expressed its determination of protecting the interest of owners of land acquired for the Ekiti Knowledge Zone (EKZ) Project. This informed the decision of the state government to train the impacted individuals following the payment of N1.4 billion as compensation to affected persons in June 2025. This was carried out under […]