The 22-year-old Ondo monarch, Oba Oloyede Akinghare II, warns the public to stop addressing him with casual terms and to use his official royal title. Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-addressing-me-as-bro-or-blood-22-year-old-ondo-monarch-warns-public/

A woman has reportedly died under mysterious circumstances in Abuja after visiting her boyfriend. The boyfriend has since disappeared, and police are inves Read More: https://punchng.com/woman-dies-after-visiting-boyfriend-in-abuja/

The All Progressives Congress (APC) begins a nationwide membership e-registration. Existing and new members can now register or validate their details onli Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-unveils-nationwide-membership-e-registration/

Learn about Lateef Are, Nigeria’s US ambassador-designate. Discover his background as a former DSS DG, academic achievements, and military career. Read More: https://punchng.com/things-to-know-about-nigerias-us-ambassador-designate-lateef-are/

Asian stocks extended their recovery after Donald Trump withdrew tariff threats, though uncertainty about US policy weighed on the dollar. Read More: https://punchng.com/asian-stocks-rise-as-trump-withdraws-greenland-tariff-threats/

Nigeria’s Army and Air Force are strengthening collaboration to improve air-ground coordination in counter-terrorism operations across the North-West. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-naf-centre-strengthen-ties-to-boost-counter-terrorism-in-nwest/

Distillers, NLC, and TUC protest NAFDAC’s ban on sachet alcohol in Lagos, citing potential job losses and economic impact on local manufacturers. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-distillers-nlc-tuc-protest-ban-on-sachet-alcohol-at-nafdac-office/

The Nigerian Federal Government has signed the concession agreement for the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, to modernize aviation infrastructure. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-signs-concession-agreement-for-enugu-airport/

The Lagos State House of Assembly has stepped down the confirmation of the nominee for the position of General Manager of Lagos Parking Authority, LASPA, Mrs Adebisi Adelabu. The lawmakers declined to confirm her nomination due to what they described as serious procedural breaches linked to her earlier tenure. The lawmakers disclosed their decision in […] Lagos lawmakers step down Adelabu’s confirmation as LASPA GM, confirm other nominees

Donald Trump has withdrawn Canada’s invitation to join his Board of Peace initiative after a critical speech by Prime Minister Mark Carney in Davos. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-withdraws-canadas-board-of-peace-invitation-after-carneys-davos-speech/

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has approved the appointment of eight new permanent secretaries into the state’s public service as part of efforts to strengthen efficiency and improve service delivery. The approval was conveyed in a press release dated 21/01/2026 and issued by the Head of the Civil Service, Abigail Waya, who said the appointments […] Nasarawa governor approves appointment of eight new permanent secretaries

Ludogorets midfielder, Petar Stanić is the current leading top scorer in the UEFA Europa League following the conclusion of this week’s matches. Stanić has six goals to his name so far in the competition. He failed to extend his tally during his side’s 1-0 defeat to Rangers on Thursday. Stanić is ahead of the likes […] Europa League top scorers after this week’s matches

Malaysia said Friday it had restored access to Elon Musk's Grok chatbot on Friday after the AI tool was blocked nearly two weeks ago over concerns about AI-generated sexualised deepfakes. The post Malaysia lifts suspension on Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot appeared first on Vanguard News.

JAN 23 – The high-stakes search for a new leader of the US central bank is drawing to a close. US President Donald Trump is expected to name someone in the coming weeks to replace Jerome Powell, whose term as Federal Reserve chairman will end in May. That person will step into the role at […]

The Police Service Commission (PSC) denies delays in the 2025 police inspector promotions, stating the process is on schedule and follows all guidelines. Read More: https://punchng.com/2025-police-inspector-promotions-on-schedule-psc-denies-delay/

Explore the evolution of Wizkid's music, from the Superstar era to his latest album, Morayo. Get facts on his 10 billion streams, top hits, and global career eras.

The NJC has forwarded 14 names to President Bola Tinubu for appointment as Federal High Court judges after clearing them through security screening.

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 23 – The government has confirmed that all outstanding payments owed to Mwea rice farmers have been fully settled. Mwea Rice Growers Multipurpose Co-operative Society (MRGM) Managing Director Anthony Waweru said payments were made in line with an agreement between farmers and the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC). “Offloading of stocks has been […]

A 27-year-old woman, identified as Esther Akwaji, has reportedly collapsed and died under mysterious circumstances. The deceased was reported to have died while eating at her boyfriend’s residence in Dei-Dei, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. According to SaharaReporters, the deceased’s boyfriend fled shortly after her death, while his identity has also […] BREAKING: Lady collapses, dies at boyfriend’s house in Abuja

Ife Luv, babymama of Oluwadolarz, shares her transformative BBL journey on Instagram, sparking mixed social media reactions and emphasising safe surgical practices.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has warned Nigerians against trivialising the 2027 general elections, stressing that selling votes for money could negatively affect the country for the next four years. The Director of Voter Education at INEC, Victoria Eta-Messi, gave the warning on Friday while responding to questions on vote buying during an appearance […] Why Nigerians shouldn’t joke with 2027 election – INEC

FIFA president Gianni Infantino makes a light-hearted jibe about England fans’ good behavior at the 2022 World Cup during his Davos speech. Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-president-infantino-makes-light-jibe-at-england-supporters/

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Lagos State, has claimed that opposition coalition moves against President Bola Tinubu’s re-election will soon collapse. Spokesman for the party, Seye Oladejo, who said this in a statement on Friday stressed that the coalition talks lacked cohesion and were undermined by competing personal ambitions. According to Oladejo, the arrangement […] 2027: Plot against Tinubu’s re-election will soon collapse — APC

Famous American rapper, A$AP Rocky has said he believes his Canadian counterpart, Drake’s beef with him is over his partner, Rihanna, which the ‘One Dance’ crooner once dated. Drake and Rihanna had an on-and-off relationship from 2009 to 2016. Rihanna and Rocky reportedly started dating after her split from billionaire boyfriend Hassan Jameel in January […] Drake beefing me over Rihanna – A$AP Rocky

Donald Trump withdrew Canada’s invitation to the Board of Peace after Ottawa declined a $1bn fee, as European leaders questioned the body’s scope.

Anthony Ufoh The operatives of the Edo State Police Command have launched an operation to free the wife of the Chairman of the Youth group at Igarra community in the… The post Igarra Youth Leader’s Wife Abducted, Police Mount Rescue Operation appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The President has also directed his Special Adviser on Energy, Olu Verheijen, to facilitate the gazette of the incentives in line with Nigeria’s existing legal and fiscal frameworks.   The post Tinubu Approves Incentives To Unlock Jobs, FX Inflows From Shell’s Bonga Southwest, Others appeared first on Channels Television.

United States President Donald Trump has withdrawn an invitation extended to Canada to join his newly launched ‘Board of Peace’, a move that appeared to be a direct response to remarks made by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. Trump’s Board of Peace is a global initiative […]

No fewer than 11 Nigerians have been arrested by Thai immigration and police authorities following the bust of a suspected international romance fraud syndicate operating in the Muang Thong Thani area of Thailand. The arrests were carried out on Monday after a coordinated operation by security agencies and were reported on Thursday by local media […] Eleven Nigerians nabbed in Thailand over alleged romance scam network

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has registered about 3,000 voters living with disabilities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) ahead of the upcoming Area Council elections. The information was shared by the Head of INEC’s ICT Department in the FCT, Mr. Festus Aisien, during a visit by the Inclusive Friends Association (IFA) […] INEC registers 3,000 voters with disabilities in FCT

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has begun investigation into how a 27-year-old woman, identified as Esther Akwaji, collapsed and died under mysterious circumstances while eating at her boyfriend’s residence in Dei-Dei, Bwari Area Council of the FCT. The deceased’s boyfriend, whose identity was yet to be established, allegedly fled shortly after her death. Sources […]

Troops of 6 Brigade, Sector 3, Operation WHIRL STROKE arrested two gun runners in Jalingo and Ardor Kola local governments of the state. In a statement made available to Journalists in Jalingo, the Brigade has once again demonstrated exceptional professionalism, vigilance, and commitment to national security. The statement reads in parts, “following a successful intelligence-led […]

Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes became the  first Nollywood film to cross N2 billion at the box office, making her the top-grossing Nigerian filmmaker three years running. The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) announced plans to improve film quality and distribution nationwide. The National Film and Video Censors Board approved 1,185 films in 2025, up from the […]

  One of the things many struggle with is saying “No”. Especially when it’s a close friend asking for a “small” favour, a relative assuming you have money to spare, or your boss subtly piling more work on your table without asking. You don’t want to come off as rude, unhelpful, or inconsiderate, so you […] This article How to Politely Say No Without Burning Bridges appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has announced that a total of 1,185 films were approved and classified between January and December 2025, underscoring sustained growth and activity within Nigeria’s film industry. Director, Corporate Affairs, NFVCB Ogbonna Onwumere, stated that the annual classification report, the films approved during the year spanned a wide […]

TikTok announced Thursday it has established a majority American-owned joint venture to operate its US business, allowing the company to avoid a ban over its Chinese ownership. The post TikTok establishes joint venture to end US ban threat appeared first on Vanguard News.