An online source says “Corruption is the abuse of entrusted power for private gain. It involves dishonest or illegal acts like bribery, fraud, embezzlement, or nepotism, often by powerful individuals in government, business, or other sectors, to get illicit benefits, bypass rules, or misuse public resources for personal or group advantage. It undermines fairness, weakens […]

The prosecution witness also responded to a question of what the beneficiaries did with the diverted funds. The post How ex-NSA Dasuki approved diversion of election security fund – Witness appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Prince Paul Ikonne, has said that the South-East leaders have assured to overwhelmingly support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election, arguing that even 90 per cent of the region’s votes may not be considered impressive given recent political realignments. Ikonne, the immediate-past […]

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has described Nigeria’s personal income tax structure as unjust and unsustainable, revealing that about 96 per cent of personal income tax previously collected in the country came from low-income earners. The post 96% of Nigeria’s personal income tax came from Low-income earners — Oyedele appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Ugandan official defends the pre-election internet ban, citing fears of misinformation and riots, as the country heads to the polls. Read More: https://punchng.com/uganda-government-defends-internet-ban-ahead-of-election/

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has urged parents and guardians to update their children’s National Identification Number (NIN) records once they turn 16, warning that failure to migrate the data from the minors’ register to the adult category could The post NIMC tells parents to update children’s data after they clock 16 appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Edo State Police Command has raised the alarm over the rising cases of self-kidnapping and false ransom demands by individuals in the state. DAILY POST reports that the Command disclosed this on Wednesday in a statement made available to newsmen in Benin City. The statement, issued by the Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, […] Police raise alarm over cases of self-kidnapping, false demands for ransom by individuals in Edo

Kano State’s former Governor and National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said any consideration to join the All Progressives Congress must come with clear assurances on the future of the Kano State government and the welfare of party supporters. Kwankwaso stated this on Wednesday at his Miller Road Read More: https://punchng.com/kwankwaso-sets-conditions-for-joining-apc/

An agricultural expert from the National Agricultural Extension and Research Liaison Services (NAERLS), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Dr Imam Isah Musa (PhD), has warned that the recent fall in the prices of staple food commodities, particularly rice and maize, could trigger a long-term food crisis in Nigeria if urgent corrective measures are not taken. Dr […] Falling food prices may trigger long-term food crisis in Nigeria — Agric expert warns

Watch the viral video of a man who publicly renounces Christianity during a cathedral dedication over the church’s failure to recognize Ifeanyi Ubah. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-man-renounces-christianity-cver-churchs-failure-to-recognize-ifeanyi-ubah/

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has warned the managing director/chief executive of Northwest Development Commission (NWDC), Professor Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, to desist from signing any frivolous document that he does not fully understand. The EFCC chairman stated this on Wednesday when Ma’aji led officials of the commission on a […]

The Osun State government refutes claims of a court order reinstating APC council chairmen, warning that obstructing local government funds is an attack on Read More: https://punchng.com/no-court-order-reinstated-apc-chairmen-councillors-osun-commissioner/

A video of singer Bunmi Akinnaanu’s last birthday celebration has surfaced, revealing her final moments with colleague Alayo Melody amid mounting health concerns.

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday lauded the transformative impact of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) on the global entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, saying its initiatives have helped raise The post Shettima hails MIT’s global innovation footprint, urges African entrepreneurs to unite appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Information Minister Mohammed Idris mourns the death of Yakubu Mohammed, hailing the Newswatch co-founder as a pioneer of investigative journalism in Niger Read More: https://punchng.com/minister-mourns-death-of-newswatch-co-founder/

The United States Embassy in Abuja has reopened its newly redesigned American Center, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening US-Nigeria relations and expanding access to educational and cultural opportunities for Nigerians. In a statement on Wednesday, the U.S. Mission said the redesigned center, located at the Embassy Chancery, represents American creativity, excellence, and the enduring partnership […]

Professor Folasade Ogunsola, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), on Tuesday, unveiled a series of activities for the 56th convocation that produced 617 First Class graduates. The institution… The post 56th Convocation: UNILAG Produces Another Student With Perfect Score, 617 First Class Graduates appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The remains of late Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Mr Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, will be laid to rest on Jan. 30, says Gov. Douye Diri. The post Bayelsa fixes January 30 for late deputy governor’s burial appeared first on Vanguard News.

There were no casualties in the inferno. The post Fire Razes Two Tankers, 17 Tricycles In Kano Filling Stations appeared first on Channels Television.

Arsenal legend, Nwankwo Kanu has urged the Super Eagles of Nigeria to beat Morocco no matter what the Atlas Lions throw at them in tonight’s AFCON tie. Nigeria will face the 2025 AFCON host Morocco in the last-4 tie at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Both teams won their last AFCON fixtures against Algeria and […] Nigeria vs Morocco: No matter what they throw at you – Kanu makes demand from Super Eagles

It was excitement galore in Anambra State as Senator Victor Umeh granted scholarships to 326 indigent students. The post Obi excited as Sen. Umeh grants 326 scholarship awards to indigent students appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Musa (retd.) has pledged to strengthen security around schools across the country to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment for students. The minister made the pledge on Wednesday while receiving an award from the National Parents Teachers Association of Nigeria in Abuja, in recognition of his role in Read More: https://punchng.com/defence-minister-pledges-stronger-security-in-schools/

Globacom is raising the bar in mobile entertainment with the launch of Travel Saga, an exciting action game experience available exclusively to Glo subscribers. Built as a story-driven role-playing game,… The post Glo Launches Travel Saga, Its Latest Action-Packed Mobile Game appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The United States government has paused visa processing for citizens of Nigeria and 74 other countries as it moves to tighten enforcement of public charge rules aimed at preventing migrants likely to depend on public benefits from entering the country. The post U.S. pauses visa processing for Nigeria, 74 others appeared first on Vanguard News.

A witness of the Department of State Service (DSS) with the code name SSD has told Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, that the explosive device used to attack St. Francis Catholic Savier Church in Owo, Ondo State, on June 5, 2022, shattered her two legs and were later amputated […]

Popular social media influencer VeryDarkMan, popularly known as VDM, has responded after reality TV personality Phyna described him as a “Very Dirty Boy” and blamed him for the collapse of her relationship with actress Iyabo Ojo. Phyna had earlier claimed that her closeness to VeryDarkMan significantly contributed to the strain between her and Iyabo Ojo. […] I gained nothing from her — VeryDarkMan fires back at Phyna

The US has suspended immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including Nigeria and Ghana, pending a review of its screening and vetting procedures. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-us-suspends-immigrant-visa-processing-for-nigeria-ghana-73-other-countries/

Nigerian entrepreneur Blord unveiled a 2-in-1 iPhone and Android fast charger after a China trip, claiming it is a first in Nigeria as Netizens react

–Urges African entrepreneurs to close ranks to fully harness continent’s huge potentials By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has lauded the transformative impact of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT, on the global entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem that has raised over $1.5 billion dollars and created over 30,000 direct jobs […] The post Shettima lauds Massachusetts tech institute’s impact on global innovation ecosystem appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Bauchi State chapter of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has accused a group of Islamic clerics and the Bauchi State House of Assembly of what it described as undue interference in ongoing judicial matters in the state. The party alleged that the Coalition of Bauchi State Islamic Scholars and the state legislature were attempting […] PRP accuses Islamic scholars, Bauchi Assembly of interfering in judicial process

A Nigerian man shared the dream he had hours before the highly anticipated Nigeria vs Morocco AFCON semi-final match. What he saw got people talking.

The US has paused visa processing for Nigeria, and at least 74 other countries as part of a broader review of its immigration screening. The post US pauses visa processing for Nigeria, 74 others appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Garba stated this while speaking to newsmen on Wednesday at the stakeholders’ meeting for the phase II Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) exercise in Gusau. The post 2027: ADC ready to take over Zamfara — Official appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has commended the Academic Staff Union The post JAC of SSANU, NASU lauds ASUU on signed agreement with FG appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The trial of the former governor of  Taraba, Darius Ishaku, was on Wednesday stalled in an Abuja High Court due to the absence of Bello Yero, a former Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs. The Economic and The post Alleged N27b fraud: Absence of ex-Taraba perm sec stalls former governor’s trial appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has sounded a stern warning against “shadow” financial predators who deceive citizens with promises of 200% returns within 30 days.  This alert came as The post SEC, police forge alliance to tackle ₦100tn market fraudsters appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.