Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was reappointed Wednesday by parliament to form her second Cabinet, following last week’s landslide election win that she hopes will allow a hard-right move to…

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential frontrunner Peter Obi, has reacted to the significant coincidence of Christians and Muslims beginning their fasting and absentance religious obligations on the same day. Writing in his X handle, the former Anambra state governor and the Labour Party 2023 flagbearer said,“Today, Wednesday, February [...]

According to Abiodun, the prayers and supplications offered during the fasting season would strengthen Ogun State and the nation spiritually. The post Ramadan, Lent underscore shared values of faith, sacrifice, charity – Gov Abiodun appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer has responded after a throwback video showing her referring to colleague Tonto Dikeh as “family” resurfaced online, sparking fresh controversy on social media.

Federal Ministry of Education opens a nationwide portal for recruiting Technical Facilitators to enhance vocational education and bridge Nigeria's skills gap.

Idongesit Ashameri Fresh controversy has erupted over Akwa Ibom’s fiscal performance after Premium Times questioned the State’s revenue growth and corresponding development outcomes. The Premium Times report which detailed a…

Bauchi State has drastically reduced the number of out-of-school children, cutting the figure from 1.7 million in 2019 to 216,000 in 2025, about 85 per cent reduction, the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has disclosed. The Permanent Secretary of SUBEB, Abdulhamid Mohammed Jibrin, made the disclosure while briefing journalists during a SUBEB conference held […] Bauchi cuts out-of-school children by 85% in six years

The president signed the bill on Wednesday, days after the Independent National Electoral Commission released the timetable for the 2027 general elections. The post Breaking: Tinubu signs amended Electoral Act 2026 into law appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kwara State chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC) on Wednesday held congress across the 193 wards of the state, indicating emergence of the party leadership at that level. The post Kwara APC holds peaceful congress, party commends members appeared first on Vanguard News.

An early morning fire outbreak at a storey building housing electronics and electrical appliances on Wednesday, destroyed property worth millions of naira in Nnewi North Local Government area of Anambra,. The post Fire guts electronics shops in Anambra  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Two people have been killed in Idanre community, Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State, amid the escalating violence rocking the State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC. The yet to be identified victims were attacked by hoodlums during the ward congress of the APC in the local government. During a stakeholders’ meeting of […] Two killed as political thugs disrupt Ondo APC congress

The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) has praised the Dangote Group’s investment in local refining, highlighting its transformative impact on petroleum distribution and road transport operations nationwide. The post NARTO commends Dangote Refinery for boosting Nigeria’s economy appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Senate reprimanded federal agency heads for lateness at 2026 budget defence, warning that disrespect for oversight would no longer be tolerated.

A chieftain and community leader, Chief Olayinka Segelu Akintola Oladimeji, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim and Christian faithful as the sacred seasons of Ramadan and Lent commence. In a…

Eddie Howe has named his Newcastle United team to face Qarabag in the first-leg of their Champions League play-off match. The Magpies make the longest trip ever made by an…

In the Bwari FCT poll, PDP candidate Julius Adamu has withdrawn for APC’s Joshua Musa after a high-profile intervention by Minister Nyesom Wike. Read More: https://punchng.com/fct-poll-pdp-candidate-steps-down-for-apc-after-wikes-intervention/

Ex-Rivers governor Rotimi Amaechi discusses his intentions to run in the 2027 election and outlines what he plans to do if he does not secure the ADC party ticket.

President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s electoral reform process. The signing followed the passage of the legislation by the National Assembly on Tuesday after months of debate, review and amendments by both chambers with controversy raging over electronic transfer […]

President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s electoral reform process. The signing followed the passage of the legislation by the National Assembly on Tuesday after months of debate, review and amendments by both chambers with controversy raging over electronic transfer […]

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has taken a swipe at the former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, in a renewed rivalry between the two ex-governors of Rivers.

FC Barcelona made only one first-team signing in January, but strengthened the ranks of the reserve team, Barça Atletic, with multiple new acquisitions. Players like Joaquin Delgado, Hamza Abdelkarim, Juwensley…

The Kano State Hisba Board has banned tricycle operators from wearing three-quarter trousers and other immoral acts during the holy month of Ramadan. Read More: https://punchng.com/ramadan-kano-hisba-bans-tricycle-operators-from-wearing-three-quarter-trousers-others/

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged Christians and Muslims to use this year's Lenten and Ramadan fasting season to seek advancement of shared peace and prosperity of Nigeria. The post Lent, Ramadan: Sanwo-Olu urges prayers for shared peace, prosperity of Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has warned that it would not tolerate vote buying in the February 21 Federal Capital Territory, FCT, area council elections. This is contained in a statement issued by INEC Chairman, Prof Joash Amupitan, on Wednesday in Abuja. Amupitan cautioned that anyone found culpable will be prosecuted. He told FCT […] FCT polls: Vote buying won’t be tolerated – INEC warns

A Nigerian tech enthusiast converted his old bicycle into a powerful 5,000W electric bike using a DIY kit, showcasing the speed and performance in a viral video.

Barely 24 hours after the passage of the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026, President Bola Tinubu has signed it into law. Recall that the National Assembly on Tuesday after months of deliberations, passed the bill in a controversial manner. Prompt News reports that many civil society organisations and well meaning Nigerians have [...]

The Senator endorsed his nomination during his screening by the Senator Abubakar Bello (APC, Niger) -led Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, in Abuja, yesterday. The post Senator Natasha backs Tinubu’s nominee for NAHCON Chairman appeared first on Vanguard News.

In a dramatic political realignment less than 72 hours to the Federal Capital Territory FCT Area Council elections, the Peoples Democratic Party PDP chairmanship candidate for Bwari Area Council, Julius Adamu, has withdrawn from the race to endorse the All Progressives Congress APC candidate, Joshua Ishaku Musa. The post FCT Polls: PDP candidate steps down for APC’s Ishaku after Wike’s intervention appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ododo urged faithful of both religions to use this period to pray for sustained peace, stability, and development in Kogi State and Nigeria at large.

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has urged the government to provide dedicated budgetary allocations for intelligence training institutions, stressing that specialized funding is crucial to building a…

The Kebbi State government has reduced Ramadan working hours for civil servants to ease the burden of fasting. New hours are 8 am to 2 pm, Mon-Thurs. Read More: https://punchng.com/ramadan-kebbi-reduces-working-hours-for-civil-servants-2/

Vinícius accuses Benfica’s Prestianni of racist abuse in Real Madrid’s win in Lisbon on Tuesday night, halting play for 10 minutes as UEFA considers an investigation into the incident. Real…

The Nigerian intelligence community has appealed for a supplementary budget to ensure a timely and speedy response to national security issues. Permanent Secretary, Special Services, Office of National Security Adviser The post Intelligence community seeks supplementary budget for speedy response on security appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

DSVA said it had established communication with a close friend of the survivor, who confirmed that she had been discharged from the hospital. The post Lagos hands over viral sexual assault case to Ogun authorities appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nollywood actress Biodun Okeowo has addressed speculations surrounding her relationship with colleague Lizzy Anjorin after she was accused of supporting the actress by liking some of her social media posts.

Carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas, has reportedly left 37 miners dead and 25 hospitalised at a mining site located in the Zurak Wase Local Government of Plateau State. This was disclosed in a report by a security journalist, Zagazola Makama, on Wednesday. Sources told Makama that the incident occurred at the Solid Mining Company early […] The post Poisonous Gas Leaves 37 Dead, Others Hospitalised In Plateau appeared first on OsunDefender.