The Nigerian government has allocated N580m for airport chillers and software as part of an N87.3bn aviation industry budget for 2026. Learn more. Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-votes-n580m-for-airport-chillers-software/

…tasks young people on creativity By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – EDO state born comedian, Akhator Samuel Osasunmhen popularly known as MC Abino said he was once a commercial motorcycle rider and then a labourer to make ends meet but now a man of fortune because of focus. He urged talented young Nigerians to creatively […] The post I was once a commercial motorcyclist, undertaker says comedian appeared first on Vanguard News.

IShowSpeed’s visit to Lagos highlighted Nigeria’s begging economy. This article explores how hustle culture and clout chasing shape our national image and Read More: https://punchng.com/what-ishowspeeds-visit-revealed-about-us/

The APC dismisses baseless rumors of Shettima’s replacement ahead of the 2027 election, affirming Tinubu and Shettima’s united focus on their agenda. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-no-talks-of-shettimas-replacement-says-apc/

The NDLEA arrested 336 suspects and destroyed 207,000kg of cannabis in Ondo State in 2025, according to Chairman Buba Marwa. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-arrests-336-destroys-207000kg-cannabis-in-ondo/

Edo State Police arrested 14 suspected cultists after they violently hijacked a corpse during a burial and attacked two motorcyclists in Uromi. Read More: https://punchng.com/14-suspected-cultists-arrested-after-hijacking-corpse-in-edo/

A Nigerian national was arrested in India for running a sophisticated drug lab producing MDMA and heroin. Police seized 113kg of raw materials in Delhi. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-arrested-in-india-for-running-drug-lab/

The Osun State House of Assembly denies any move for a rotational chairmanship, confirming the Ooni of Ife as the permanent chair of the Osun Obas Council. Read More: https://punchng.com/ooni-remains-osun-obas-councils-permanent-chair-assembly/

A Federal High Court orders Airtel to pay N210m in damages for copyright infringement over the unauthorized use of the song ‘Nigeria Go Survive’. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-awards-n210m-against-airtel-over-copyright-infringement/

An APC panel says Governor Fubara’s defection has united and strengthened the Rivers APC, boosting membership and providing clear leadership direction. Read More: https://punchng.com/fubaras-defection-strengthened-rivers-apc-nwc-panel/

Civil society organisations protecting consumer rights have threatened to shut down offices of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, nationwide in a bid to push for the lifting of the ban on sachet alcoholic drinks. The post Sachet alcohol ban: Consumer rights groups threaten shutdown of NAFDAC offices appeared first on Vanguard News.

United Nations Association of Africa, UNAA, has renewed its call to action to eliminate violence against women and girls, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to prevent and respond to the pervasive human rights issue. The post UN group urges collective action to eliminate violence against women, girls appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Northern youth group raises N200 million to purchase the presidential form for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 bid, endorsing him for a second term. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-northern-group-raises-n200m-for-tinubus-presidential-form/

Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited, BASL, operators of Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two, MMA2, is engaging with airline partners to enhance passenger experience and align operational plans, ahead of anticipated traffic growth. The post Traffic surge: MMA2 operator meets airlines over capacity, crowd control appeared first on Vanguard News.

APC leaders in Ogun State meet to discuss unity and boost membership through the new e-registration drive ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/e-registration-apc-bigwigs-converge-on-osobas-home-to-strategise/

The Police Service Commission, PSC, and Nigeria Police Force, NPF, have announced a two-week extension for the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 constables. The post Police recruitment: Over 400,000 apply for 50,000 jobs appeared first on Vanguard News.

A 73-year-old man has died in a Kwara bush burning accident after setting fire to his land and becoming trapped by the rapidly spreading flames. Read More: https://punchng.com/73-year-old-man-killed-in-kwara-bush-burning/

Over 400,000 Nigerians have applied for 50,000 police constable jobs. The Police recruitment Nigeria deadline is extended due to low turnout in some states Read More: https://punchng.com/over-400000-jostle-for-50000-police-jobs/

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brigadier-General Mohamed Buba Marwa, retd, has said about 15 million Nigerians, aged between 15 and 64 years, use hard drugs. The post 15m Nigerians use hard drugs — Marwa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Bandits have refused to release 13 Kaduna abductees from Gidan Waya community despite a N40m ransom payment, plunging the village into hunger and fear. Read More: https://punchng.com/bandits-holding-13-kaduna-abductees-despite-n40m-payment-community-leader/

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has dismissed reports suggesting that Vice President Kashim Shettima may be replaced as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate, ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the claims as purely speculative, untrue and utterly baseless. The post 2027 Tinubu’s running mate: APC dismisses speculations over Shettima’s replacement appeared first on Vanguard News.

The National Industrial Court is set to rule on the FCT workers strike as unions demand Nyesom Wike’s removal over unresolved welfare and payment issues. Read More: https://punchng.com/strike-court-decides-today-as-fct-workers-demand-wikes-removal/

Osun Governor Adeleke accuses predecessor Oyetola of enabling illegal tenure extensions for APC council chairs, sparking a fierce political tussle. Read More: https://punchng.com/lg-power-tussle-osun-apc-kicks-as-adeleke-slams-oyetola/

King Suanu Baridam, a Rivers monarch, was shot and injured in an assassination attempt in Khana LGA. Police have launched a manhunt for the gunmen. Read More: https://punchng.com/manhunt-launched-after-gunmen-shoot-rivers-monarch/

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has upgraded the licenses of major FinTech companies and Microfinance Banks, including Opay and Moniepoint, to national status, allowing them to operate across the country following compliance with regulatory requirements. The post CBN upgrades Opay, Moniepoint, Palmpay, others to national licenses appeared first on Vanguard News.

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, sitting at Maitama yesterday deferred further proceedings until February 24 in the alleged United Kingdom property fraud case involving prominent lawyer, Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN. The post UK property scandal: AGF takes over ICPC’s case against Ozekhome appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian military troops have uncovered an illegal arms factory in Nasarawa State, apprehending a suspect and recovering locally fabricated pistols. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-uncovers-illegal-arms-factory-in-nasarawa/

Ayodeji Randle has been re-elected as SMC president, pledging visionary leadership, strategic partnerships, and prioritizing member welfare for another ter Read More: https://punchng.com/randle-re-elected-smc-president/

FOLLOWING his removal from the Federal Government’s wanted list, Yoruba Nation agitator,  Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, yesterday, expressed appreciation to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, for standing by him during his ordeal. The post Removal from wanted list: How Olubadan stood by me — Igboho appeared first on Vanguard News.

A deadly US winter storm leaves 17 dead, hundreds of thousands without power, and grounds over 10,000 flights. Read about the massive impact. Read More: https://punchng.com/deadly-winter-storm-hits-us-17-killed-flights-grounded/

Anambra Gov. Soludo orders Onitsha market shut for one week after traders defy sit-at-home directive. IPOB condemns the move as intimidation. Read More: https://punchng.com/ipob-kicks-as-soludo-shuts-onitsha-market-over-sit-at-home/

Alaafin of Oyo and Soun of Ogbomoso were conspicuously absent as Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurated the state’s 50th-anniversary celebration. Read More: https://punchng.com/alaafin-soun-absent-as-makinde-kicks-off-oyo-50th-anniversary/

GOVERNOR Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, yesterday, described the continuous stay of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Chairmen and councillors at the Local Government Council Secretariats as illegal and undemocratic. The post Osun LG tenure elongation illegal, undemocratic — Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.

Borno Governor Babagana Zulum states he doesn’t know his 2027 successor, emphasizing his focus on development and a fair APC party process. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-dont-know-my-successor-says-zulum/

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf defects from NNPP to APC. Ganduje assures him of a 2027 ticket, reshaping the state’s political landscape ahead of elections Read More: https://punchng.com/ganduje-assures-yusuf-of-apc-ticket-victory-after-defection/

Nigeria’s blue economy receives a N149.24bn budget boost, focusing on infrastructure, fisheries, and marine safety to enhance local production and growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/blue-economy-receives-n149bn-budget-boost/