For Dr. Olusola Joseph, Pastor-in-Charge of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Lagos Province 80, Thursday, January 22, 2026, would long linger in memory as the day an academic The post Olusola Joseph, RCCG LP80’s PICP, bags doctorate appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Concerns arise over NAFDAC's ban on alcohol sachets, jeopardising indigenous industries, jobs, and investment, as the union attacks the policy amid protests.

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu has disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s successor will be decided by Nigerians at the polls. Kalu said The post Nigerians will determine Tinubu’s successor, says Deputy Speaker appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has said that the President Bola Tinubu’s administration is accelerating gas distribution to drive industrialisation and lower production cost nationwide. Authority The post FG expanding domestic gas use for industrialisation, says NMDPRA appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Distillers and Blenders Association of Nigeria (DIBAN), on Friday morning, led stakeholders, including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (NLC) and workers from various companies to the The post Sachet drinks ban: NLC, distillers protest, ask NAFDAC to consider effect on economy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly condemned the purported appointment of a former Pension Fund Administrator, Abdulrasheed Maina, as Grand Patron of the NBA Garki Branch, describing the move The post NBA condemns appointment of convicted ex-pension boss as Branch Patron appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The immediate past National Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Barrister Emmanuel Enoidem, has announced his decision to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State. The post Ex-PDP National Legal Adviser joins APC in Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A senior reporter with The Nation Newspaper, Alao Abiodun has been shortlisted for this year’s edition of global journalism prize, 2026 True Story Award. Alao’s story, titled: “How mothers induce The post The Nation’s Alao shortlisted for Global Journalism Award appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A Governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Dr. Adewale Kolapo Kareem has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision and people-centred leadership. He The post Kolapo Kareem hails Tinubu’s vision, People-centred leadership appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Chief Technical Advisor for the FAO GEF7 Biodiversity Project, Professor Segun Oladoye, has said that strengthening technical capacity and data use is central to addressing Nigeria’s forest and biodiversity The post Ogun, Edo, others trained on data-driven forest management appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The 2026 NOGIG finals are set for February in Abuja, with NLNG facing NMDPRA for the football gold medal after tense semi-final penalty shootouts. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-nogig-finals-to-hold-february/

A Trailer driver lost his life on Friday following a multi-vehicle crash involving articulated trucks at Otedola Bridge inward Secretariat along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority The post Driver dies in multiple vehicle crash in Lagos appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The palace of the Arujale-Ojime of Okeluse Kingdom, Ondo State, has warned the general public against disrespectful forms of addressing its 22-year-old traditional ruler, Oba Oloyede Adekoya Akinghare II. Oba The post Stop addressing me disrespectfully, 22-yr-old Ondo monarch warns public appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A professor of Mathematics from the United States of America (USA), Rafiu Durodoye, who contested for the Osun State governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has raised the The post Osun APC ex-guber aspirant alleges threat to life after criticising Adeleke’s education qualifications appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Bilarteral, an art platform bridging Africa and the Diaspora, debuts at the Harlem Fine Art Show, showcasing four talented Nigerian artists to the world. Read More: https://punchng.com/bilarteral-debuts-at-us-fine-art-show/

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Hon. Kafilat Ogbara, a member of the House of Representatives, on her conferment with a chieftaincy title in Lagos. In a statement issued on The post Tinubu felicitates Rep Ogbara on Lagos chieftaincy honour appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The NNPP expresses deep disappointment over the Kano governor resignation, calling it a betrayal of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and the people of Kano State. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpp-slams-kano-govs-resignation-as-betrayal-of-kwankwasiyya/

Explore the heated Fela-Wizkid comparison that has ignited a cultural firestorm, pitting generations against each other over legacy and influence. Read More: https://punchng.com/generations-at-war-as-fela-wizkid-comparison-sparks-cultural-firestorm/

Nigerian doctor Festus Babarinde receives the Martin Luther King Jr. Award for his work in medical training and improving healthcare in Nigeria and the US. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-honours-nigerian-doctor/

No fewer than 10,000 youths in Ekiti State on Friday staged a solidarity march in support of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Biodun Oyebanji ahead of the 2027 general election The post 10,000 Ekiti youths, students march for Tinubu, Oyebanji appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administered the oath of office to the newly appointed Federal Character Commissioners at a brief ceremony held at the Council Chambers, State House, Abuja. Among the The post Tinubu swears in Aleshinloye as Oyo Federal Character Commissioner appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A Nigerian-born actress, Wunmi Mosaku, has been nominated for an Oscar. Mosaku was nominated for the best supporting actor Oscar for her performance in Ryan Coogler’s vampire drama, Sinners. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, on Thursday, listed the 39-year-old British-Nigerian among the nominations. Earlier this month, in an open letter to readers, Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-british-actress-nominated-for-oscars/

The 4th Founder’s Day of the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) will be held on Monday, February 2nd, a statement issued by the institution’s Director of Information The post LASUSTECH’s 4th Founder’s Day holds February appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A coalition of national and international human rights, environmental and social justice organisations has condemned what it described as systemic, illegal and cruel forced evictions by the Lagos State Government The post Rights groups condemn demolitions, demand justice for residents of Makoko, others appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

An educator discusses the stark contrast between Nigerian professionals and those doing menial jobs in North Africa, highlighting their struggles and reali Read More: https://punchng.com/many-nigerians-do-menial-jobs-in-north-africa-saudi-based-educator/

Niger State governor, Mohammed Umar Bago has extended an invitation to renewable energy investors to come invest in the state. Bago said the state has the potential to be the The post Bago woos renewable energy manufacturers to site industry in Niger appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigerian airline, ValueJet, has concluded plans to transform how passengers access flight services by creating VIKI, an Artificial Intelligence, AI-powered digital service. The post ValueJet deploys AI tool for seamless flight services appeared first on Vanguard News.

Comedian Ayodele Okundalaiye (SACO) shares marriage advice from his 13-year journey. Learn why friendship, communication, and mentorship are key to a lasti Read More: https://punchng.com/my-marriage-with-ayodele-okundalaiye-saco/

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) yesterday said it has disbursed N1,326,550,000 to the University of Lagos (UNILAG) for the 2025/2026 academic session. The agency said the fund was in The post NELFUND disburses N1.33bn to UNILAG to cover 6,308 students loans appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A report by Yiaga Africa has shown that voters in North-West are more likely to come out en masse in 2027 to cast their vote despite widespread insecurity in the The post Northwest record highest interest to vote in 2027 election – Yiaga Africa appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

In a significant boost to the Industrial Training Fund’s (ITF) efforts to certify Nigerian artisans with internationally recognised qualifications, a director, Mrs. Olayinka Shodunke, and 21 other staff members of The post ITF director, 21 others certified as City & Guilds Examiners appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has described the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as a beacon of hope for the future Nigeria is aiming to build, emphasising its enduring The post NYSC remains beacon of hope for Nigeria’s future – Bago appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A bitter online feud erupts between VDM and Blord over the legal ownership and trademark of the name ‘Ratel,’ sparking a social media firestorm. Read More: https://punchng.com/drama-as-vdm-blord-lock-horns-over-ownership-of-ratel/

One of the major taking points in the country’s air transport sector is domestic air fares. Consistently, domestic travellers have complained about it and called for relief. The post Obiora Okonkwo explains economics of flying in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

Renowned academic and humanitarian, Professor Adeyinka Falusi, on Wednesday honoured outstanding students of Efon Alaaye origin in partnership with Sickle Cell Hope Alive Foundation (SCHAF). Speaking on the occasion of The post Falusi honours students at OAFFEP Awards, advocates sickle cell awareness appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The NSCDC in Kogi State has arrested two suspects, aged 20 and 21, for excavating and stealing underground communication cables along Zariagi-Obajana road. Read More: https://punchng.com/cable-theft-nscdc-arrests-two-in-kogi/