The murky waters of Makoko were alive on Monday with the voices of children and residents pleading for government intervention as members of the Lagos State House of Assembly visited the waterfront to assess ongoing evictions. The post “Our Community is Our Home” — Lagos lawmakers visit Makoko amid eviction crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Monday arrested a truck driver for wrong-way driving following a road traffic crash along the Lekki inward Marwa axis, Victoria Island. In The post LASTMA arrests truck driver for wrong-way driving after collision on Lekki–Marwa road appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria is projected to be one of the top 10 global GDP contributors by 2026, according to a new ranking from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-imf-ranks-nigeria-among-top-10-global-gdp-contributors/

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has outlined sweeping security reforms undertaken by the Federal Government, while acknowledging that “there is a lot to be done” to stabilise the country. Speaking in an interview with Fox News Digital on Friday during a week-long visit to Washington, D.C., Mrs Tinubu addressed diplomatic concerns, security cooperation with Read More: https://punchng.com/security-reforms-ongoing-in-nigeria-but-much-remains-first-lady/

Obaseki was stripped, beaten and paraded through the streets before being taken to the palace of the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, in December 2025 The post SSS takes over terrorism- related probe, abduction, attack of Don Pedro Obaseki appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The assessment was carried out with the aim of determining the extent of damage and identifying the immediate humanitarian needs of affected persons in The post NEMA, KWASEMA conduct joint assessment of bandits’ attack in Kwara appeared first on Tribune Online.

U.S. Representative Riley M. Moore on Monday called for prayers for the safe return of Fr. Nathaniel Asuwaye of Holy Trinity Parish in Kaduna, who was reportedly kidnapped alongside 10 others during a violent attack. The post US lawmaker condemns attack on Kaduna parish, calls for prayers, action appeared first on Vanguard News.

Following the abduction of seven people from Danhonu II community in New Millennium City, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna on Monday, residents protested against the incessant kidnappings in the community. The protesters blocked the main access road as they marched to the Millennium City Divisional Police Headquarters, chanting solidarity songs and demanding urgent security […] Kaduna community protests persistent kidnappings

Akwa United have strengthened their squad with the signing of five new players for the second stanza of the season. The Promise Keepers latest acquisitions include Dada Oladimeji, Nsikak Raphael, Kingsley Uduak, Aniebiet Sunday and Melvin Ebitimi. The new players have resumed training in readiness for the second stanza of the second stanza. The club’s […] NNL: Akwa United sign five new players for second stanza

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has partnered with fintech firm Awabah to make pension contributions more accessible, practical, and resilient for artisans, farmers, and other informal sector workers who wish The post PenCom engages Fintech on Technology to democratize pension contributions appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigerians once again, woke up to the sad news of the gruesome murder of over 160 men, women, and children in Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government area of Kwara State last week. The attackers, numbering over 100, who came from the neigbouring Kainji Lake National Park, were on a mission that was [...]

A human rights lawyer and prominent chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief Niyi Aborisade, has strongly criticised the Federal Government’s plan to deduct ₦3.6trn from the Federation Account…

The Cross River chapter of the Magistrates Association of Nigeria (MAN) has resumed its industrial action over the state government’s failure to meet them. Read More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-magistrates-resume-strike-over-unmet-demands/

Also speaking, Mr Simon Musa, also a lawyer with Musa Solicitors and Co., stressed the need to upgrade the welfare schemes for magistrates to enable them discharge their duties without any inducement.

Prominent human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, on Monday urged the National Assembly to enshrine mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results in the Electoral Act ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post Agbakoba to NASS: Embed electronic transmission in Electoral Act ahead of 2027 elections appeared first on Vanguard News.

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George has admitted that Egyptian side, Pyramids FC were better than his team. The Pride of Rivers suffered a 4-1 defeat to defending champions Pyramids FC in their penultimate CAF Champions League group game in Uyo on Sunday. Stephen Manyo gave Rivers United the lead in the 33rd minute, before […] CAF Champions League: Finidi concedes defeat to Pyramids FC

Anambra’s popular Smart Schools initiative is facing overpopulation due to high demand. The state government plans to expand infrastructure to meet this ne Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-smart-schools-facing-overpopulation-challenge-commissioner/

A police officer serving with the Borno State Police Command, Mohammad Muhammad, has returned N2.6 million that was mistakenly credited to his bank account. The post Borno police officer returns N2.6m wrongly paid into his account appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to advancing the blue economy as a strategic pathway for sustainable development, The post NDDC backs blue economy agenda, hosts ex-Tunisian Prime Minister appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Edo State Internal Revenue Service, EIRS, has extended the filing of annual Pay-As-You-Earn, PAYE, tax returns by two weeks. DAILY POST reports that Courage Eboigbe, Head of Corporate Communications, EIRS, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Monday in Benin City. Eboigbe said January 31, 2026, was originally slated as a […] The Edo Internal Revenue Service extends annual PAYE tax returns filing by two weeks

A lady has taken to social media to show the embarrassing reply she got after trying to woo a man on Instagram. She vowed never to make such a move again.

NABTEB releases the Nov/Dec 2025 examination results. See the full breakdown, with 34,060 candidates passing English and Mathematics. Read More: https://punchng.com/34060-obtain-credit-in-mathematics-english-as-nabteb-releases-result/

Explore the final BlockDAG private sale at $0.00025 before its $0.05 launch. With 200x potential and a $452M raise, see why it’s a top crypto buy. Read More: https://punchng.com/blockdags-last-0-00025-private-sale-sparks-200x-buzz-while-sui-and-worldcoin-update/

Damilola Basirat Ayinde Marshal, daughter of Fuji legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has reacted to reports linking her romantically with Nigerian singer Asake. The speculation began after Damilola, who serves as the Senior Special Assistant to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, shared a photo of herself [...]

The Karim Adeyemi Foundation (KAF) has launched the 2026 edition of its International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) Essay Competition for students in public secondary schools across…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District. In a unanimous decision delivered on Monday by a three-judge panel, the court held that the Senate acted within its constitutional and legislative authority in suspending the lawmaker over misconduct. The judges ruled that the suspension […] The post BREAKING: Appeal Court Affirms Sen Natasha’s Suspension appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Monday, February 9, 2026 arraigned Gidado Ibrahim and Halimat Adenike Tejusho (at large) before Justice H. Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT High Court, Maitama, Abuja for an alleged N600m job scam They were arraigned on an amended six count charge bordering on fraud, obtaining under [...]

Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board warns 2026 UTME candidates that false information may result in admission loss and sanctions, including registration bans.

The US Mission in Nigeria warns that visa overstays by citizens can negatively impact future travel opportunities for others. Learn why compliance is vital Read More: https://punchng.com/visa-overstays-by-nigerians-could-hurt-others-chances-us/

President Bola Tinubu on Monday, said Nigeria’s ongoing monetary policy reforms are yielding positive results and gaining international recognition. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, the president expressed confidence in the direction of the reforms, noting that early outcomes show signs of improvement in the country’s economic outlook. According to Tinubu, the monetary policy […] Nigeria’s monetary reforms are now recognised globally – Tinubu hails CBN

Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have commenced investigations into an alleged N70.03 million fraud involving a sales representative and a Point of Sale (POS) operator linked to Prince OJ Global Services Limited. Those under investigation are Ibekwe Izuchukwu Emmanuel, a sales representative of the company, and […] EFCC investigates N70m fraud involving Enugu sales rep, POS operator

The Imo State Police Command has apprehended more than 15 individuals involved in terrorism, kidnapping, armed robbery, and other violent crimes across the state. Commissioner of Police, Audu Garba Bosso, The post Imo Police arrest over 15 suspects in terrorism, kidnapping, armed robbery crackdown appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has described recent United States intervention and heightened scrutiny of Nigeria’s security situation as “a blessing,” saying it has helped attract global attention to the country’s The post US intervention in Nigeria a blessing, says First Lady appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Delta state police command has intensified manhunt for a man who stabbed his 23-year-old son to death in The post Police launch manhunt for fleeing suspect in Delta appeared first on Tribune Online.

Ahmad Tijjani The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has highlighted the enhanced deposit insurance coverage of ₦5 million and ₦2 million for bank customers as part of efforts to strengthen…

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has called on the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) to strengthen its integrity systems to boost revenue. The minister, while The post Oyetola tasks NIWA on system integrity to boost revenue appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.