The Abdulrahman-led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has scheduled its long-awaited National Convention for March 28 and 29, 2026, in Abuja, a decisive move aimed at electing a substantive National Working Committee (NWC) and conclusively ending its protracted leadership crisis. The date was ratified at the party’s 105th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja […]

Nigeria international, Ademola Lookman has dropped a message for Atalanta supporters after completing a move to Atletico Madrid. The former African Footballer of the Year joined Diego Simeone’s side on a permanent transfer from Atalanta in the January transfer window. He signed a four-and-half-year deal with the LaLiga giants with the Spanish side paying their […] Transfer deadline day: What Ademola Lookman said after joining Atletico Madrid

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has called for urgent government intervention to end the prolonged strike and safeguard the children’s right to education at the grassroots. The appeal was made at a press conference in Abuja yesterday. At the event, CITAD leam lead for the Abuja Office, Mrs Yesmin Salako Ejiwumi, saidt […]

Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has informed stakeholders, pilgrims, and the general public of the conclusion of accommodation arrangements for the 2026 hajj in both Makkah and Madinah, ahead of the deadlines set by the Saudi authorities. A statement issued by his technical assistant (Media), Ahmad Muazu, said […]

A Nasarawa State High Court sitting in Lafia has sentenced a man, Saidu Idi, to death by hanging for armed robbery and culpable homicide. Idi was convicted for killing one Hardo Adamu Buli, a resident of Kokona local government area, during an armed robbery operation in 2015. Delivering judgment in the case, the chief judge, […]

Dignitaries from across Nigeria converged on Abuja as Gombe State deputy governor, Dr Manassah Daniel Jatau, marked his 70th birthday with the unveiling of five scholarly books. The event, held at the Nigerian Air Force Conference and Events Centre, featured the presentation of five books: “A Sociology of Medical Practice, The Unseen Hand, The Destroying […]

Nigerians and investors have expressed growing frustration over the implementation of a 10 percent Withholding Tax (WHT) on interest earned from savings and short-term investments. Over the past three days, many aggrieved investors have taken to social media platforms, particularly X, to vent their displeasure, as several fintech banks commenced the deduction of the 10 […] Presidency, experts react as Nigerian banks’ 10% withholding tax on interest sparks outrage

The federal government has been urged to invest in clean energy to create jobs and reduce environmental crisis and mortality. The call was made by the founder of COLE’ctive Initiative, Tonye Cole, in a statement to mark this year’s International Day of Clean Energy, with the theme, “Clean Energy for People and Planet.” On his […]

Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has asked the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) FCT Council to reschedule its protest billed for today. The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, in a statement signed by its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said the piece of advice was issued due to security concerns. The police said it respects the constitutional […]

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to women’s empowerment, announcing an additional ₦500 million to support women entrepreneurs across the state. The Governor made the disclosure at the high-level “Where Influence Meets Investment” Summit, organised by the Katsina Inner Wheel Development Initiative (KIWDI) in collaboration with the Ministry of […]

Barcelona, on Monday, announced that defender Andrés Cuenca has joined Sporting Gijón on loan for the remainder of the season. Cuenca had extended his contract with Barcelona for a further season before he left for Sporting Gijón The 19-year-old product of Sevilla FC’s youth academy made his debut for Barcelona’s first team on October 1, […] Transfer deadline day: Barcelona announces deals for two players

Chief of Staff to late former President Muhammadu Buhari, Prof Ibrahim Gambari, says he has no doubt that he was the same person he worked with in 1984. Prof Gambari made this known on Monday while fielding questions in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. According to him, there was nothing like ‘Jubril of […] Buhari was same I worked with in 1984, nothing like Jubrin of Sudan – Gambari

Brethren, the situation is urgent. The church in our nation is grappling with serious sexual scandals involving individuals at various levels, members, ministry workers, branch pastors, and even many church leaders who are now overshadowed by persistent allegations. I am not referring to sincere believers who once stumbled but have since repented. Rather, I speak […] The post Uprooting immorality from the church (1), By Ayo Akerele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

LAGOS—Nigerians in the Diaspora, coordinated by Mrs. Stella Okengwu, have petitioned the National Assembly over alleged non-payment of compensation for investments demolished during the construction of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway at Okun Ajah, Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State. The petition, submitted on behalf of affected investors under Winhomes Estate Global Services Limited, raised […] The post Lagos–Calabar highway: Investors allege non- payment of compensation, petition Senate appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s foreign ministry said electricity was cut to its Pretoria mission by South African authorities over unpaid bills caused by funding delays.

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building an inclusive digital system that captures and serves every resident of Katsina State, declaring that no citizen will be left behind in the state’s digital transformation journey. Speaking while receiving a delegation from the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) Digital Public Infrastructure National Working Group, […]

The 2026 winter transfer window for the Premier League and major leagues in Europe ended on Monday night. DAILY POST takes a look at the biggest deals and failed moves during the winter window. Some players were able to switch clubs in a big-money move, while others failed to leave their current clubs for some […] Transfer: Biggest deals, failed moves as this year’s winter window ends

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, has told the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, that they are partners in progress for good governance. Governor Sani said the partnership between the speaker and his administration exemplifies cooperative governance at its best. The governor also said that the partnership was ‘’built on […]

Yobe State University (YSU) has recorded a major academic milestone, producing a total of 106 first-class graduates between 2019 and 2025, the vice chancellor, Prof. Bashir Tahir, has said. Speaking on the university’s academic achievements, Tahir hinted that the graduates cut across science-based and management-related disciplines, reflecting the institution’s growing strength in diverse fields of […]

Ahead of the 2027 general elections and beyond, the National Youth Alliance (NYA), is the only movement in Nigeria that can boast of grassroots presence, and would use its advantage in determining the outcome of the polls, its president, Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas, has said. In a welcome address at the inauguration of local government […]

A major political gathering of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Katsina State has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Dikko Umaru Radda for second-term in 2027. The endorsement was announced on Monday at a  meeting of party members held at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina. The declaration was made by the Wazirin […]

The Emir of Machina, Alhaji Dr. Bashir Machinama, has commended Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, for his sustained commitment to youth development, cultural preservation, and inclusive development across the state. The Emir gave the commendation during the grand finale of the Machina Annual Cultural Festival (MACUF) 2026 held in Machina town, Machina Local […]

The two wives of the governor of Kebbi State, Hajiya Zainab Nasare and Hajiya Nafisa Nasir Idris were screened by the team of medical personnel ahead of the upcoming 2026 Hajj exercise in the state. The wives were screened through laboratory tests and physical examination at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi.  The screening is […]

Administrator of the National Judicial Institute (NJI), Hon. Justice Babatunde Adeniran Adejumo, has described the NJI Sports Club as “a formidable force in the judiciary.” He reaffirmed his commitment to sports development, staff welfare and unity within the institute. The judge spoke at the opening of the 4th edition of the NJI Inter-Departmental Games, dubbed […]

Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia, has debunked claims by the state deputy chairman of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Azua Ashongo, that he sacked the natives of Kwande local government area from his administration. Alia who described Ashongo’s claims as false and malicious said his administration had appointed 24 Kwande people into sensitive […]

Ogun and at least one other state will observe a public holiday today, February 3, with early office closures. Find out the reason behind the holiday.

Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has moved to enforce a strict ‘No Work, No Pay’ policy, with immediate effect on striking workers who have defied the National Industrial Court (NIC) order to resume duties. The crackdown coincides with the workers mobilising for a major protest today, setting the stage for a possible escalation of the […]

Kwara State governor, AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq, has led dignitaries pay tributes to the former dean, School of Postgraduate Studies, University of Ilorin and Chief Imam of Hilal Crescent Centre/Mosque, Prof. Badmas Yusuf. They spoke yesterday at the fidau prayer for the repose of his soul. The speaker of the state House of Assembly, Engr. Yakubu Danladi- […]

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the House of Representatives has lamented the delay in the submission of audit reports by the auditor-general’s office, which affected its work. This is just as the committee vowed to ensure timely submission of the 2023, 2024 and 2025 reports by the Office of the Auditor-General for the Federation […]

Kogi State government has promised to continue to prioritise workers’ training and promotion to enhance their productivity and move the state forward. The special adviser to the Governor on Revenue Generation, Dr Nasir Rahman Ichanyi, stated this on Saturday at the Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, during the promotion examination organised by the Kogi State Internal […]

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has stated that he is closely following events within the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Oyo State. Wike explained that his attention to the situation is rooted in his concern for the continued existence and strength of the party, which previously governed at the federal level. He […] I’m interested in happenings of Oyo PDP, survival of party – Wike

WaterAid Nigeria has called on the Bauchi State Cholera Technical Working Group to prioritise the rehabilitation of dilapidated Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) facilities in its budget to ensure a rapid response to cholera outbreaks and other waterborne diseases. The State Task Team lead of WaterAid, Mashat Mallo, made the call at the maiden meeting […]

A university don, Prof. Isiaka Zubair Aliagan, has stressed the need to advance interfaith understanding and religious tolerance on Nigerian university campuses. He also called for the creation of the Ministry of Religious Affairs or Ministry of Inter-faith Relations manned by trained persons in interfaith affairs, to regulate matters of religion and the conduct of […]

Troops of 8 Division Nigerian Army operating under Sector 2 “Operation FANSAN YAMMA” have killed scores of bandits loyal to fugitive terrorist leader, Gwaska Dan Karemi. The fierce gun encounter which happened in Maru local government area of Zamfara State was propelled by intelligence regarding the activities of the bandits. In via a press release, […]

A group, Nationwide Tinubu Connect Associates (NTCA), has congratulated the national security adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on the conferment of an honorary doctorate degree in law by Modibbo Adama University, Yola. In a statement issued to journalists in Bauchi, the director-general of NTCA, Dr Bello Maigari, said the academic honour was bestowed on Ribadu […]

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The Federal Government, state governments, and local government councils have shared a total of N1.969 trillion as revenue generated in December 2025 from the Federation Account. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations in the Office of […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Tuesday morning