The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld the N2.5 billion judgment given on November 30, 2015 by the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) against the Ahmadu Bello University The post Appeal Court upholds N2.5b judgment against ABU over unlawful sack of 110 staff appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Get today’s Nigeria news recap. Read about the US condemning Kwara killings, FHA’s N2.9bn remittance, and Ezekwesili’s call for election transparency. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-us-condemns-kwara-killings-fha-remits-n2-9bn-to-fg-ezekwesili-calls-for-real-time-result-upload-other-top-stories/

The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed claims circulating on social media alleging that its officers were arresting and extorting dispatch riders operating along the newly constructed coastal road in Lagos. The clarification followed a viral post by an online platform which alleged that police officers were arresting riders, seizing their motorcycles and demanding sums […] Lagos Police react to allegations of extortion on Lagos-Calabar coastal road

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said recent economic indicators point to a gradual improvement in Nigeria’s economy. He cited rising foreign reserves, easing inflation and The post Economic indicators showing improvement, says Information Minister appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Kwara State Governor AbdulRazaq forms a seven-member rebuilding committee to support the Woro community in Kaiama LGA after a recent deadly massacre. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-gov-names-committee-to-rebuild-community-after-massacre/

An NYSC lady shared key lessons she learned after camp, warning colleagues about rushing to PPAs, unfair workloads, and accepting placements without proper checks.

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, AEDC, has explained that parts of its serviced areas in Abuja, Nasarawa, Niger, and Kogi are currently experiencing outages and supply shortages due to limited energy supply from the National Grid. The disco disclosed this in a notice released on X on Friday. AEDC said it is currently monitoring the […] AEDC explains reason for blackout in Abuja, Nasarawa, two other Nigerian states

The Gunners are six points ahead of second-placed City and seven in front of third-placed Aston Villa as they chase a first English title since 2004. The post Arteta Apologises To Rosenior After Disrespect Row appeared first on Channels Television.

Prominent rights activist and public affairs commentator, Deji Adeyanju, has congratulated a renowned Niger Delta environmental activist, businessman and oil and gas executive, Mr. Matthew Tonlagha, on the occasion of…

The Federal Government has moved to adopt a community driven approach towards addressing insecurity in the South-East. To this end, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (South-East), Barrister Chioma Nweze, met with the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), to address pressing security challenges confronting the South-East region. The meeting […] Nigerian Govt adopts community-driven approach to tackle insecurity in South-East

A former PFN leader petitions the US and UN to intervene over the National Assembly’s refusal to allow direct electronic transmission of election results. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-pfn-leader-petitions-us-un-over-e-transmission-rejection/

The party also reassigned Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, who was earlier named to lead the committee, to serve as treasurer. The post APC drops Uzodimma as National Convention chairman, appoints Masari appeared first on Vanguard News.

Three individuals have been arrested by operatives of the Lagos Police Special Fraud Unit, PSFU, over an alleged cyber blackmail and extortion plot in which a victim was threatened with the release of her nude photographs unless she paid N10 million. The suspects, two men and a woman, were arrested following a petition filed by […] Police arrest three over N10m blackmail plot in Lagos

Alex Iwobi discusses the Super Eagles’ World Cup hopes as Nigeria awaits a FIFA ruling on their qualification protest against DR Congo. Read More: https://punchng.com/iwobi-hopeful-as-super-eagles-await-world-cup-lifeline/

Mikel Arteta addresses the Arteta-Rosenior incident, dismissing disrespect claims over a warm-up issue and confirming that Arsenal has apologised. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-arteta-brushes-off-disrespect-claim-by-rosenior-over-warm-up-incident/

Nigerian lawyer and Election Integrity/Good Governance Advocate, Chigozie Nwachukwu Esq has appealed to the Nigerian Senate to save the 2027 elections by approving the real-time electronic transmission of election results. The All progressive Congress, APC led  Nigerian Senate had on Wednesday rejected a proposal to make electronic transmission of election results mandatory, sparking controversy and […] Electoral Act: Please save 2027 elections – Lawyer appeals to Senate amid outcry

A PDP faction has warned expelled members against any illegal attempt to forcibly occupy the PDP National Secretariat, alerting law enforcement. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-faction-warns-against-takeover-of-national-secretariat-cautions-expelled-members/

Watford Borough Council approves the conversion of St Thomas’ United Reformed Church into a mosque, highlighting community benefits despite mixed public reactions.

A popular Islamic group, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), on Friday, February 6, reacted to the presence of US troops in Nigeria. MURIC raised concerns.

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has recounted an emotional testimony about how he handled costly gifts during the early days of his ministry. The post I sold limousine gifted to me to buy motorcycles for my pastors — Pastor Adeboye appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, CDHR, has condemned the Nigerian Senate’s decision to reject an amendment seeking to make electronic transmission of election results mandatory. CDHR described the move as a major setback to democratic accountability and electoral transparency in the country. In a statement jointly signed by the National President of […] CDHR knocks Senate over rejection of mandatory e-transmission of election results

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has demanded clarifications for the presence of American troops in Nigeria. The group expressed concern for the safety of Muslim leaders in particular and the…

Anambra’s first lady, Dr Nonye Soludo, calls for an end to female genital mutilation, calling the practice a barbaric violation of human rights. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-first-lady-seeks-end-to-female-genital-mutilation/

He equally asked them to properly handle their waste items and be innovative to turn them to useful purposes.... The post Lagos govt sensitises teachers, students on fire prevention, waste management appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Nigeria Governors’ Spouses’ Forum calls for united, decisive action to eliminate FGM, a practice it decries as a human rights violation. Read More: https://punchng.com/gov-wifes-forum-seeks-united-action-to-eliminate-fgm/

The Force Public Relations Officers described the successful repatriation as indication of the Nigeria Police Force’s sustained commitment to intelligence-driven policing, effective international collaboration, and the disruption of transnational cybercrime networks.

National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu issues a stern warning against election violence and vote-buying in upcoming FCT, Rivers, and Kano polls. Read More: https://punchng.com/ribadu-warns-political-actors-against-violence-vote-buying/

The Anambra State government has vowed to seal any shop that does not open on Monday in compliance with the sit-at-home order, describing such an act as economic sabotage to the state.   The Special Adviser (SPAD), to Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Trade and Markets, Chief Evarist Ubah disclosed this during a meeting with market chairmen, […]

Three African countries have agreed to accept the return of foreign offenders and people in the UK illegally after the Home Secretary warned they could face visa sanctions. The post 3 African countries agree to take back migrants after UK visa warning appeared first on Vanguard News.

The African Sociocultural, Harmony and Enlightenment (ASHE) Foundation has taken a swipe at a cultural identification conflict in Africa, saying that the original African civilisation based on Ifa-Afa-Iha-Fa has no…

Saudi Arabia has announced when Nigerians and other nationals will start getting their visas for the 2026 Hajj as the world prepare ahead for Ramadan.

The Chief of Staff to the Sokoto State Governor, Alhaji Aminu Haliru Dikko, on Wednesday convened a landmark All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders’ meeting for Tambuwal Local Government Area, reaffirming the ruling party’s commitment to inclusive governance and grassroots development. The post Tambuwal gets fresh democratic dividends as Dikko rallies APC stakeholders in Sokoto appeared first on Vanguard News.

KAZEEM AWOJOODU As part of ongoing efforts to protect residents from the dangers of unsafe food practises, the Oyo State Government has intercepted and seized chemically ripened fruits during a…

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has reconstituted the leadership of its 2026 National Convention Central Coordination Committee, appointing former Katsina State Governor, Aminu Bello Masari, as the new chairman. Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, who was initially named chairman of the committee, has been reassigned to serve as treasurer. In addition, the APC expanded […] National Convention: APC drops Uzodimma as Chairman, appoints Masari

Kebbi Governor, Nasiru Idris of Kebbi, on Friday, held a closed-door meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, during which The post Argungu Fishing Festival: Tinubu, Kebbi gov meet in Abuja appeared first on Tribune Online.

In this opinion piece, Lekan Olayiwola analyses Nigeria’s reforms journey, cost of living, household struggles, and the gradual recovery across regions