Arsenal midfielder, Ethan Nwaneri, has publicly acknowledged his Nigerian roots. This has sparked fresh speculation over a possible future with the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Nwaneri left the Gunners to join Marseille on loan until the end of this season. The teenager has begun to impress in Ligue 1, having netted a goal on his […] EPL: I’m Nigerian – Arsenal midfielder, Nwaneri opens door to Super Eagles

Speaking shortly after the match, Aduku framed the result not as a moment for comfort, but as a platform for correction, reflection and renewed intensity The post U-20 WWC: Aduku rules out defensive approach as Falconets prepare for Dakar return leg appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Federal Government is set to convene the National Economic Council, NEC, Conference that will be presided by Vice President Kashim Shettima. The summit is expected to discuss avenues of strengthening economic coordination and promoting inclusive growth across Nigeria’s 36 states. This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant […] Vice President Shettima to chair NEC conference on economy coordination in Abuja

Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba or Tuface, has stirred fresh conversations in the Afrobeats community after naming Burna Boy as the standout artist ahead of Davido and Wizkid. The veteran singer shared his thoughts during a recent interview on the Mic On Podcast, hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, with the clip posted [...]

The Kogi State Government has ordered the temporary shut down of selected markets and motor parks across parts of its West Senatorial District to support intensive security operations aimed at flushing out terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements. The State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, announced this directive in a statement on Sunday. […] Insecurity: Kogi govt shuts down markets, motor parks 

Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has said Burna Boy is currently ahead of his counterparts... The post Why Burna Boy is ahead of Wizkid, Davido in Nigeria, globally — 2Baba appeared first on Tribune Online.

Media entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of EbonyLife Group, Mo Abudu, has rejected claims that a powerful group within Nollywood collaborates with cinema owners to sideline certain films from prime screening slots. The allegations, which have gained traction on social media in recent weeks, suggest that some movies are abruptly removed from scheduled screenings, replaced [...]

Zuntu noted that, unlike the usual price hikes on tomatoes and peppers during Ramadan, this year would be different due to a bountiful harvest and the timing of the Ramadan fast. The post Ramadan: Tomato farmers allay fears of price hike appeared first on Vanguard News.

Popular Nigerian content creator and TikTok personality, Hebeeb Hamzat, better known as Peller, has generated widespread social media attention after making an emotional appeal to his ex-girlfriend, Jarvis, during a recent livestream in which he invited her as a guest. The post If you date me again, we’ll never break up – Peller to Jarvis appeared first on Vanguard News.

Celebrity fashion designer, Ruth Erikan James, popularly known as Veekee James and her husband, Femi Atere, have revealed they are expecting a... The post VIDEO: Veekee James, husband reveal unborn child gender appeared first on Tribune Online.

A gospel artiste, Matthew Ogundele, and three members of his crew have been found dead inside a music studio in the Abraham Adesanya area of Ajah, Lagos State. The post Popular gospel artiste, three others die inside Lagos studio appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the reopening of the Tsamiya Border Route in the Bagudo Local Government Area…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has called on the Code of Conduct Bureau, CCB, to probe the conduct of some senators members of the Senate who are allegedly involved in the removal of the provisions on real-time transmission of election results from the Electoral Act amendment Bill. The lawmakers were said to have […] Electoral Act Amendment: SERAP petitions CCB over alleged abuse of office by senate

Late singer Ifunanya Nwangene's close friend has publicly shared the recording she sent him 2 days before she passed away. The recording triggered reactions.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has commissioned Majority FM 89.5, a new radio station in Port Harcourt, to serve as a platform for political messages. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-wike-unveils-new-radio-station-in-rivers/

Governor Uba Sani has said that his administration has pursued difficult but necessary reforms to stabilise public finance, improve governance and create a predictable business environment in Kaduna State. The Governor who was represented by the Commissioner of Business Innovation and Technology, Mrs Patience Fakai at the opening ceremony of 47th Kaduna International Trade fair […]

The Nigerian Army clarifies its Ebonyi troop deployment in Amasiri is a joint security operation to combat crime, not an invasion as claimed on social medi Read More: https://punchng.com/troop-deployment-in-troubled-ebonyi-community-to-protect-residents-army/

“I don’t want government taking something I don’t even know about." The post Nigeria’s tax reform may strain financial Inclusion gains appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Katsina State Government has approved automatic employment for the overall best graduating students of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina. Governor Dikko Umaru Radda, who announced the decision while speaking…

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced the promotion of 74,352 officers across various ranks nationwide since January 2025, dismissing allegations of favouritism and irregularities surrounding the exercise. The post Nigeria Police promote 74,352 officers nationwide, dismiss favouritism, irregularity claims appeared first on Vanguard News.

Join Veekee James and Femi Atere as they unveiled their baby's gender at a lavish Dubai party, capturing emotional moments, luxurious décor, and heartfelt reactions.

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has issued a strong warning against any attempt to weaken the electronic transmission of election results ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Coalition…

Youths under the aegis of the Igbo Youth Leaders and Stakeholders Assembly have come to the defence of the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Senator John Azuta Mbata, dismissing claims that he called on Igbo youths from the age of 18 to arm themselves against suspected terrorists in the South-East. The post Terrorism: Ohanaeze PG did not advocate gun ownership — Igbo Youths appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Kogi State Government has announced the temporary closure of selected markets and motor parks across parts of Kogi West Senatorial District as part of intensified and coordinated security operations…

A Rights Activist in Delta State, Preye Tambou, has warned that fragmenting pipeline surveillance jobs among communities could cause the proliferation of light weapons and also threaten national security. The Activist gave the warning in a statement on Sunday, noting that securing the nation’s oil facilities along the waterways should be awarded on grounds of […] Fragmenting pipeline surveillance could cause arms proliferation – Right Activist, Preye warns

Techno Oil launches LPG cylinder manufacturing to enhance safety and accessibility in Nigeria, producing 5 million cylinders yearly and tackling energy challenges.

Former Governor of Bauchi State, Ahmed Adamu Mu’azu, has charged the incoming administration in Bauchi State not to waste its time probing the outgoing administration of Sen Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed,…

The award-winning artiste made the disclosure during an appearance on the Mic On podcast, where he reflected on... The post Real reason I fought Natasha in London — 2Baba appeared first on Tribune Online.

Kwankwasiyya Movement has praised a wave of political resignations in Kano State, describing the action as a rare display of courage, principle and loyalty to its leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.... The post 2027: Kwankwasiyya hails resignations, salutes loyalists backing Kwankwaso in Kano appeared first on Vanguard News.

The temporary shutdown affects selected communities across seven local government areas. The post Kogi Govt Temporarily Closes Markets, Motor Parks For Security Operations appeared first on Channels Television.

Former First Lady of Kano State, Prof. Hafsat Abdullahi Ganduje, has lauded the Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, for launching what she described…

A 62-year-old businessman was arrested by the NDLEA at Kano airport for attempting to traffic 95 pellets of cocaine weighing 1.589kg to China. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-arrests-businessman-with-95-cocaine-pellets-at-kano-airport/

Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has fired back at critics of the ongoing Electoral Act amendment, accusing some civil society organisations (CSOs) and commentators of abusing the National Assembly without understanding the lawmaking process. Speaking on Saturday at the launch of “The Burdens of Legislators in Nigeria,” a book by former Senator Effiong Bob, at the […] Electoral Act Amendment: CSO’s have become mouth legislators — Akpabio blasts critics

The national leadership of the City Boy Movement has appointed Bayelsa-based APC chieftain, Barrister Osomkime Blankson, as the State Director of the organisation. The appointment is part of efforts to…

Former Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Oladayo Amao (Rtd.), has emphasised unity and high morale as critical foundations for operational success, speaking at the Base Social Activities (BASA) 2025 held in Abuja on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The post Ex-CAS, Air Marshal Amao, harps on unity and morale as pillars of operational success at BASA 2025 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The rising cost of living is squeezing African countries, their minimum wage systems, and households even as economic growth remains resilient. The post 10 African countries with highest minimum wage in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.