Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh announces reconciliation with her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill, ending their bitter, decade-long public feud. Read More: https://punchng.com/tonto-dikeh-ends-decade-long-rift-with-ex-husband/

As Zimbabwe is preparing to host an International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation next month, economists see the engagement as an opportunity to consolidate recent gains in macroeconomic stability. The analysts say the upcoming mission comes at a moment when key indicators, from exchange rates to sectoral growth, suggest the economy is rebounding more strongly than […]

The Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) has opened the year firmly in bull territory, with major indices posting strong year-to-date (YTD) gains, reflecting renewed investor confidence and improving market sentiment. According to ZSE market data, as at 20 January 2026, the All-Share Index has gained 31,02 percent year to date, while the ZSE Top 10 and […]

Veteran musician Wale Thompson argues for Nigerian music education, stating that teaching juju and afrobeat in schools will preserve cultural heritage. Read More: https://punchng.com/juju-afrobeat-music-should-be-taught-in-schools-wale-thompson/

Actress Bimbo Ademoye alleges piracy and unlawful copyright claims led to the demonetisation of her film, which had garnered over 18 million views. Read More: https://punchng.com/bimbo-ademoye-alleges-piracy-as-18m-views-film-loses-monetisation/

For many African countries to achieve some level of local manufacturing of electric vehicles (EVs), completely knocked down (CKD) and semi-knockdown (SKD) kits designed for this assembly are critical. They reduce import duties, improve affordability, and enable skills transfer. This form of assembly is already established in countries like Egypt, Morocco, South Africa, Kenya, and […]

ENGLAND-born Zimbabwean referee Farai Hallam has written his name into the record books after taking charge of his first English Premier League match, officiating Manchester City’s 2–0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Etihad Stadium this Saturday. The appointment marked a major milestone in the 32-year-old official’s career, who until now had officiated mainly in […]

Raheem Okoya unveils an exclusive members-only bowling club with a $5,000 annual fee, sparking intense debate across social media about its high cost. Read More: https://punchng.com/okoya-sparks-buzz-with-5000-yearly-membership-bowling-club/

Lagos Gov. Sanwo-Olu leads tributes at the funeral rites for Oba Akran of Badagry, honoring his 49-year reign of peace, unity, and cultural preservation. Read More: https://punchng.com/sanwo-olu-leads-tributes-as-badagry-mourns-oba-akran/

Chery has reached an agreement to acquire Nissan’s manufacturing assets in Rosslyn, Pretoria. Chery SA will purchase the land, building and associated assets of the Nissan facilities, including its nearby stamping plant, in mid-2026. The deal is subject to the fulfilment of certain conditions, including regulatory approvals. The agreement will see most of Nissan’s employees […]

Rising content creator Nueldrick shares how dancing and skit-making fuel his passion for serving humanity and using his visibility for the public good. Read More: https://punchng.com/dancing-skit-making-help-me-serve-humanity-ugochukwu/

Fuji singer Afeez Adeshina, known as Destiny Boy, has been laid to rest in Ogun State at age 22, following a prolonged illness. Fans and family mourn. Read More: https://punchng.com/family-fans-mourn-as-destiny-boy-is-laid-to-rest/

An analysis of President Tinubu’s decision to award a national medal to Gilbert Chagoury, a man with a controversial past and a money laundering conviction Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-chagoury-the-medal-and-the-memory/

Following the bust of an illegal Goya factory, bishops say churches can’t identify fake anointing oil and urge NAFDAC to intensify its regulation. Read More: https://punchng.com/illegal-goya-factory-churches-cant-detect-fake-anointing-oil-bishops-tell-nafdac/

IBAN Chairman Tijani Ramalan is urged to avoid the Broadcasters’ Organisation of Nigeria (BON) election due to an alleged conflict of interest. Read More: https://punchng.com/iban-chair-cautioned-on-bon-poll/

The Bible Society of Nigeria urges the government to reverse the local language ban in schools, warning it leads to cultural and language extinction. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-urged-to-reverse-local-language-ban-in-schools/

The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 has set new commercial records, leading to an over 90% increase in CAF revenues compared to previous editions. CAF attributes this success to a combination of factors: * A surge in commercial partners * Increased media rights distribution * Growing interest in new markets including the […]

Former Kano State governor and national leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has declared January 23 as the ‘World Day of Betrayal’ following the defection of his political protégé, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, alongside key elected officials in the state from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Kwankwaso made the declaration on […]

The Deputy spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese, has said that the interim report released by the Minority Caucus Ad-hoc Committee on alleged alterations in the Tax Reforms Acts had been overtaken by events. LEADERSHIP reports that the minority caucus committee in its interim report released in Abuja on Friday said a […]

Troops of the Nigerian Army under Sector 1, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have foiled a banditry attack and neutralised one terrorist during an ambush operation in Maraban Rido in Kaduna State. According to a statement signed by Captain Bello Nuradeen, Acting Staff Officer Grade 2 (Community Relations), Army Public Relations, 1 Division Nigerian Army, the operation […]

Zimbabwe’s deepening fixation on gold mining is no longer just a shift in economic emphasis; it signals a profound distortion in the country’s development pathway. What is unfolding resembles not a coordinated minerals strategy embedded within industrial planning, but an increasingly extractive survival economy. This model risks weakening re-industrialisation efforts, eroding human capital, accelerating environmental […]

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a newly wedded woman over the alleged poisoning and death of her husband in Gauza village, Jahun local government area of the state. The police said the incident occurred on January 23, 2026, at about 5:00 p.m. In a statement on Saturday, the command said it “recorded a […]

Kylian Mbappe scored twice to give Real Madrid a crucial 2-0 win at Villarreal, moving his team to the top of the La Liga table. Read More: https://punchng.com/mbappes-brace-sends-madrid-top-of-la-liga-with-2-0-win-at-villarreal/

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf sacks his Political Adviser, Sunusi Kwankwaso, over poor performance, amid ongoing political realignments in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-sacks-political-adviser-over-poor-performance/

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment some Nigerians helped a woman to pack her goods that fell on the ground. Netizens reacted.

Federal immigration agents shot and killed a 37-year-old U.S. citizen identified as Alex Pretti in Minneapolis' Whittier neighborhood on Saturday morning, sparking immediate protests and renewed criticism of the Trump administration's intensified immigration operations in the city.

Mr Mohammed made the commendation on Saturday during the 2025 West African Social Activities (WASA) The post Gov Mohammed commends Nigerian Army over peace in Bauchi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Nigerian lady has shared a heartbreaking story disclosing how a POS operator was recently scammed of N40k. Netizens reacted massively to the post on X.

A United States Congressman, Rep. Riley Moore, has assured that the US will work with Nigeria to ensure all Nigerians can live and practise their faith without fear of persecution or death. Moore gave the assurance in a post on his verified X handle on Saturday while reacting to ongoing security collaboration between both countries. […]

Kylian Mbappé delivered a clinical double as Real Madrid overcame a determined Villarreal side 2-0 at the Estadio de la Cerámica, reclaiming top spot in La Liga and extending their unbeaten run under interim leadership.

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has said that his political fate in 2027 general elections rests solely in the hands of God. The post 2027: Only God will determine my fate – Gov. Yusuf appeared first on Vanguard News.

Victor Osimhen etched his name deeper into Galatasaray folklore on Saturday, scoring his landmark 50th goal for the club in a commanding 3-1 Süper Lig away win against Fatih Karagümrük at the Vefa Stadı.

Sevilla praised Akor Adams after his La Liga victory over Athletic Club. The Super Eagles striker scored three goals in a week, drawing comparisons to Amokachi.

Jubilation has erupted following the increment of the allowances of the security operatives in Borno state, as approved by Governor Babagana Zulum on Saturday.

A fire outbreak has occurred at the Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate, Mile 2 area of Lagos State. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service is currently battling to put out The post JUST IN: Fire guts Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Victor Osimhen has cemented his hero status among Galatasaray supporters after scoring his 50th goal for the Turkish giants, a milestone achieved in record time. The 27-year-old reached the 50-goal milestone in just 59 games, making him the fastest player to reach 50 goals for Galatasaray since 2000, according to Transfermarkt’s database report on Saturday. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhen-becomes-fastest-player-to-reach-50-goals-for-galatasaray/