Five police officers have been remanded in custody over the death of Delta musician OG Millan. The court adjourned the case to June 15, 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-remands-five-police-officers-over-delta-musicians-death/

Lagos motorists are frustrated by a collapsed access road on the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, causing traffic and safety concerns. Urgent repairs are needed Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-motorists-groan-over-collapsed-access-road/

A High Court in Anambra has sentenced a tricycle operator to death by hanging for murder. Learn more about the “one-chance” robbery and conviction. Read More: https://punchng.com/tricycle-operator-sentenced-to-death-for-murder-in-anambra-2/

The Federal High Court sitting in Calabar has sentenced Ezea Kamchukwube, a female, to eight years’ imprisonment for the illegal operation of two pharmacies in Calabar, Cross River State. The convict was arraigned before the court on charges bordering on operating pharmacies without registration and allowing unqualified persons to dispense drugs, contrary to the Pharmacy Read More: https://punchng.com/criver-woman-bags-eight-years-jail-for-operating-unregistered-pharmacies/

Ekiti State Police Command dismisses viral report of bus kidnap along Aramoko-Ekiti road, warning fake news peddlers of legal action. Stay informed and ver Read More: https://punchng.com/police-debunk-ekiti-bus-kidnap-warn-fake-news-peddlers/

Toyota-By-CFAO Nigeria introduces the 2026 Toyota RAV4, bringing the latest global-spec SUV to the Nigerian market with full manufacturer warranty and supp Read More: https://punchng.com/cfao-boosts-auto-market-with-new-rav4/

Oil prices surged after US strikes on Iran and stalled diplomacy, fueling fears of escalating Middle East tensions and potential Strait of Hormuz blockade. Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-rises-as-diplomacy-between-us-iran-stalls/

Nigeria’s petrol price has surged 643% in three years, from N175 to N1,300. Discover the causes of this petrol price increase and its impact on Nigerians. Read More: https://punchng.com/petrol-price-soars-643-in-three-years/

Oil workers at the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) have shut down offices nationwide due to an indefinite NUPRC strike over welfa Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-workers-shut-nuprc-offices-over-welfare-dispute/

Nigeria’s capital market achieves a historic milestone, transitioning to a T+1 settlement cycle to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and improve global comp Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-capital-market-begins-shorter-settlement-cycle/

Persistent power shortages and weak infrastructure could slow Africa’s AI expansion, warns Schneider Electric. Learn how energy constraints impact data cen Read More: https://punchng.com/power-shortages-could-slow-africas-ai-expansion-schneider-warns/

MTN Nigeria is empowering young entrepreneurs by integrating digital commerce tools and affordable data solutions into local markets, fostering youth entre Read More: https://punchng.com/mtn-empowers-youth-with-digital-commerce-tools/

The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria is sensitising secondary school students to pursue actuarial science, aiming to bridge the critical shortage of Read More: https://punchng.com/frc-targets-schools-to-bridge-actuarial-gap/

TAJBank’s total assets surged to N1.34tn in FY2025, solidifying its position as Nigeria’s largest ethical bank. Discover how TAJBank assets grew by 41%. Read More: https://punchng.com/tajbank-grows-assets-to-n1-34tn-maintains-lead/

OPay is reshaping financial access and creating jobs for millions across Nigeria through digital payments and innovative solutions. Learn how OPay drives f Read More: https://punchng.com/opay-drives-financial-inclusion-for-millions-creates-jobs/

Nigerian Exchange (NGX) turnover declined by 38% to 2.39bn shares in a short week due to Eid al-Adha holidays, ahead of the T+1 settlement cycle. Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-turnover-slips-to-2-39bn-shares-in-short-week/

The Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) commemorates five years since the passing of its founder, Prophet TB Joshua, with a special “Rejoicing with the Read More: https://punchng.com/scoan-marks-five-years-after-tb-joshuas-death/

The Federal Government has ended the mandatory three-month pre-retirement leave for civil servants, clarifying that the Public Service Rules do not support Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-scraps-three-month-terminal-leave-for-civil-servants/

The DSS has arrested five suspected arms couriers linked to the Niger school abduction of nearly 300 students and staff in November 2025. Read More: https://punchng.com/dss-nabs-five-suspected-arms-couriers-behind-niger-school-abduction/

A tragic tricycle crash in Jos, Plateau State, resulted in one fatality and three injuries. Eyewitnesses blame potholes for the accident. Read More: https://punchng.com/one-killed-three-injured-in-plateau-tricycle-crash/

Teachers and residents in Oyo and Ogun states protest school abductions, demanding immediate release of pupils and teachers. NUT begins nationwide rally. Read More: https://punchng.com/school-abductions-protest-in-oyo-ogun-as-nut-begins-nationwide-rally-today/

Atiku Abubakar and Babachir Lawal exchange words over alleged rigging in the ADC primaries. Lawal quits party, Atiku’s camp denies claims. Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-primaries-atiku-babachir-trade-words-as-ex-sgf-quits-party/

Adebayo Adelabu insists the Oyo APC governorship candidate is not yet official, urging calm amidst consensus rumours. Stay updated on the Oyo APC candidate Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-apc-gov-candidate-yet-to-emerge-insists-adelabu/

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has redeployed its four Deputy Governors in a major management shake-up to boost efficiency. Learn about the CBN redeploy Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-redeploys-four-deputy-governors-in-management-shake-up/

Jigawa APC suspends federal lawmaker Ibrahim Auyo and six others over alleged anti-party activities and gross misconduct. Learn more about the APC suspensi Read More: https://punchng.com/anti-party-apc-suspends-jigawa-federal-lawmaker-six-others/

The Federal Government launches a new agribusiness fund, YiALTF, to empower 6 million Nigerian youths, providing land access, training, and finance for sus Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-agribusiness-fund-to-empower-6m-youths/

Benue State University lecturers begin an indefinite strike over unpaid promotion arrears, pension, and other welfare issues. Find out more about the ASUU- Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-varsity-lecturers-begin-indefinite-strike-over-unpaid-arrears/

Discover why ‘Ebola’ always begins with a capital letter, unlike other diseases. Learn about toponyms and eponyms in disease naming conventions. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-ebola-should-begin-with-a-capital-letter/

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike takes responsibility for cows roaming Abuja roads, assuring residents of commitment to address the persistent issue. Read More: https://punchng.com/wike-admits-concern-over-cows-roaming-abuja-roads/

Lagos State Government has completed 362 road projects and has 181 ongoing since 2019, improving connectivity and easing movement across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-builds-362-roads-in-seven-years-181-ongoing/

The NCDC has initiated a 21-day Ebola watch for travellers from outbreak countries. Learn about symptoms, surveillance, and Nigeria’s preparedness. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncdc-launches-21-day-ebola-watch-for-exposed-travellers/

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, reaffirms commitment to harnessing youth potential through science, technology, and innovation. Discover how Platea Read More: https://punchng.com/plateau-to-harness-youth-potential-through-science-tech-mutfwang/

The Lagos State Government has added 19,525 square metres of office space to its public infrastructure portfolio as part of efforts to reduce dependence on rented facilities and improve working conditions for civil servants. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Works, Adekunle Olayinka, disclosed this during the 2026 ministerial press briefing marking the third Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-boosts-civil-service-infrastructure-with-new-office-complexes/

LASU Chancellor outlines vision for global partnerships with Ivy League institutions like Harvard and Yale, aiming to enhance learning and research opportu Read More: https://punchng.com/lasu-eyes-harvard-yale-partnerships-as-chancellor-outlines-vision/

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) has expelled 365 students for using fake admission documents. This action reinforces the institution’s commitment to ac Read More: https://punchng.com/mapoly-expels-365-students-over-fake-admission-documents/

Koladaisi University, Ibadan, achieves full NUC accreditation for its health science programs, including Nursing and Medical Lab Science. This validates th Read More: https://punchng.com/koladaisi-varsity-bags-full-nuc-accreditation-for-health-courses/