A car dealer in Birnin Kebbi was allegedly shot and killed by Nigeria Customs operatives, sparking outrage and calls for a thorough investigation. Read More: https://punchng.com/outrage-as-customs-operatives-allegedly-kill-kebbi-car-dealer/

By Chioma Obinna A renewed call to end stigma and discrimination against persons living with HIV/AIDS has resonated across Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State with the official flag-off of the HIV/AIDS Zero Stigma Campaign. The campaign, organised by the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) in collaboration with Fresh Insight Nigeria […] The post NACA takes bold stand against HIV stigma as zero stigma campaign flags off in Alimosho appeared first on Vanguard News.

The West Africa Industrialisation Summit convenes global investors in Lagos to accelerate Nigeria’s industrialisation and manufacturing growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/investors-eye-nigeria-at-industrialisation-summit/

The Nigerian Association of Dermatologists launches a nationwide campaign against skin bleaching in Nigeria, highlighting severe health risks like cancer. Read More: https://punchng.com/dermatologists-unveil-nationwide-campaign-against-skin-bleaching/

Lagos hospital offers new endoscopic surgery for perforated eardrum repair, providing hope for patients with chronic ear discharge and hearing loss. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-hospital-repairs-perforated-eardrums-with-new-procedure/

The Federal Ministry of Health has ordered the payment of withheld nurses’ salaries for January 2026, confirming they were wrongly included in a strike act Read More: https://punchng.com/ministry-orders-release-of-withheld-nurses-salaries/

Lagos State launches the 7th Ibile Youth Academy, a program dedicated to training young people in essential leadership skills to drive development. Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-trains-youths-in-leadership-skills/

Nigeria’s NCDMB champions the AfCFTA to drive cross-border collaboration, unlock opportunities, and foster sustainable Africa energy growth across the cont Read More: https://punchng.com/ncdmb-pushes-africa-wide-collaboration-for-energy-growth/

Public health experts have raised concern over the growing burden of non-communicable diseases, NCDs, in Nigeria, revealing that illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, chronic respiratory diseases and cardiovascular conditions now account for about 30 percent of deaths in the country. The post 30% of Nigerian deaths linked to non- communicable diseases appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Say Rising Input Costs May Reverse Food Security Gains LAGOS – Across regions and value chains, agriculture stakeholders warn that soaring prices of fertilisers, seeds, agrochemicals, fuel, and machinery now…

Experts argue that Nigeria’s escalating insecurity is a direct consequence of foreign policy failures and the collapse of regional security alliances. Read More: https://punchng.com/foreign-policy-failures-fuelling-nigerias-insecurity-odinkalu/

Democracies rarely die in one dramatic moment. More often, they are quietly redesigned—clause by clause—until citizens discover that elections still occur, but accountability no longer follows. Nigeria’s democracy is not being overthrown; it is being edited. Not with tanks on the streets, but with provisions in a bill. The most dangerous edits are the ones sold […] The post Election integrity and the politics of discretion, by Dakuku Peterside appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Tinubu reiterates his commitment to implementing ranching reforms as a lasting solution to farmer-herder conflicts and national insecurity in Nig Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-vows-to-replace-open-grazing-with-ranching-reforms/

Discover why the PDP national secretariat remains locked as the Nyesom Wike-backed faction delays its planned takeover, citing security and administrative Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-hq-remains-locked-as-wike-camp-delays-planned-takeover/

Nigeria coach Eric Chelle reveals Victor Osimhen played through the AFCON with a hamstring injury, managing the tear to still become a top performer. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-chelle-reveals-osimhen-played-injured-explains-onyedika-struggle/

…Says Insecurity Hindrance To Economic Growth …Unveils National Devt Plan 2026-2030 …Rallies Govs To Prioritise Implementation ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu on Monday, said the concept of banditry and other…

The Fusengbuwa ruling house has fulfilled its role in selecting the new Awujale, handing over nominees to the kingmakers and the Ogun state government. Read More: https://punchng.com/awujale-ogun-kingmakers-to-decide-new-monarch-says-ruling-house/

Ogun Governor Dapo Abiodun mourns the death of Babatunde Osokoya, former Head of Service and SSG, describing his passing as a significant loss to the state Read More: https://punchng.com/abiodun-mourns-ex-ogun-ssg-osokoya/

Nigeria’s Senate holds an emergency session amid outrage over its controversial Electoral Act amendment removing real-time e-transmission of results. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-reconvenes-today-as-electoral-act-triggers-uproar/

By PETER MBAH Sustainable regional development does not occur in isolation. It requires a national leadership that understands diversity, equity, and long-term planning. In this regard, I must recognise the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu  under whose watch Nigeria is witnessing a renewed emphasis on structural reform and regional balance. The creation and strengthening […] The post Reimagining the South East as a Unified Economic Bloc appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s Senate assures President Tinubu of a timely 2026 budget passage, committing to effective implementation for economic stability and citizen welfar Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-assures-timely-passage-implementation-of-2026-budget/

The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division on Monday, affirmed the suspension of the Kogi Central senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, by the Senate. The appellate court held that, the Senate has power…

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA), Oyo State Chapter, have begun early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections, inaugurating Local Government Area (LGA) Coordinators across the state with a goal of achieving at least a 35 per cent improvement over the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s 2023 presidential election results. The post 2027: Tinubu camp sets 35% vote surge target in Oyo State appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Court of Appeal affirmed the Nigerian Senate’s suspension power over Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, reinforcing parliamentary autonomy and discipline. Read More: https://punchng.com/appeal-court-affirmed-senate-authority-on-natasha-suspension-spokesman/

The FG, through the NEDC, has opened two 40-bed maternity clinics in Gombe to tackle maternal deaths, boosting healthcare for mothers and children. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-constructs-80-bed-clinics-in-gombe-to-tackle-maternal-deaths/

The Federal Government rejects a blanket mining suspension in Nigeria’s north, citing economic consequences and opting for a targeted security approach. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-crisis-fg-rejects-northern-govs-call-to-suspend-mining/

CBN and NCC propose a framework for instant refunds within 30 seconds for failed airtime and data purchases, aiming to protect Nigerian consumers. Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-ncc-propose-instant-refunds-for-failed-airtime-data/

Nigeria’s Hajj Commission (NAHCON) appeals to Saudi Arabia for an extension after the closure of the 2026 Hajj data capture window for pilgrims. Read More: https://punchng.com/nahcon-appeals-as-sarabia-closes-2026-hajj-data-window/

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man, Osita James, for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl multiple times in the Ile-Olu area. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-man-nabbed-for-defiling-13-year-old-girl/

Over 60 recruits face prolonged uncertainty and distress as the CBN fails to deploy them months after they received official employment offers in 2023. Read More: https://punchng.com/months-after-job-offers-cbn-fails-to-deploy-60-recruits/

Nigerian Army troops uncover locally fabricated IEDs in an Abia forest during Operation Eastern Sanity, aimed at curbing IPOB-linked criminal activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-uncovers-ieds-in-abia-forest/

LAGOS – Nigeria’s inflation trajectory in early 2026 is shaping up as a turning point for monetary policy, with January projected to mark the peak inflation print for the year…

See the official NABTEB results 2025. Construction and Engineering trades achieved the highest pass rates, while Business trades lagged. Get the full stats Read More: https://punchng.com/nabteb-construction-engineering-lead-pass-rates-as-business-trades-lag/

The Nigerian Federal Government has begun implementing the renegotiated ASUU agreement, including a 40% allowance increase to boost staff welfare in univer Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-implements-renegotiated-asuu-agreement-pays-40-allowance-increase/

JAMB warns 2026 UTME candidates against providing false information during registration. Offenders risk a 3-year ban, prosecution, and public exposure. Read More: https://punchng.com/utme-candidates-risk-prosecution-ban-for-false-information-jamb/

Police in Rivers State arrested a vigilante leader and two accomplices for allegedly torturing a man to death over accusations of stealing palm fruits. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-vigilante-leader-two-others-arrested-for-torturing-man-to-death-2/