The All Progressives Congress APC has disclosed that more than two million Nigerians have been digitally registered and verified as members of the party within one week of the commencement of its nationwide membership registration and revalidation exercise. The post APC registers 2m members in one week, targets 9m by next week appeared first on Vanguard News.

A digital business consultant and technology strategist, Alabi Alexander Olalekan, has urged the Federal Government to prioritise artificial intelligence (AI) education as a national development imperative, warning that Nigeria may The post Nigeria risks losing AI talents without educational reforms, expert warns appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Leaders of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have resolved to mobilise record votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. This signaled early and coordinated The post Folarin, Adelabu, Ajimobi, Oyo APC leaders vow record votes for Tinubu in 2027 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Sunday Apah The Olu of Warri, His Royal Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, has vehemently cautioned Itsekiri indigenes masquerading as community leaders before multinational oil corporations and prominent local operators. These… The post Itsekiri Kingdom Neglect: Monarch Issues Ultimatum To Indigenous Collaborators appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has accused the state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan, of unlawful arrests and detention of Osun people. The Governor asked the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to call the Commissioner to order over the development. Adeleke said one of his aides, Abiodun Adegoke Apesin, has been repeatedly denied […] The post Adeleke Alleges Osun CP Of Illegally Remanding Aide Who Claimed Three People Died In Oyebamiji’s Residence appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a notorious drug dealer and five suspected thugs in Jaoji Quarters, seizing illicit substances and weapons. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-notorious-drug-dealer-five-suspected-thugs-in-kano/

Jane Mena shared a CCTV video of the incident, explaining that she was preparing a bath for her sons when the incident occurred...

Diaspora professionals had backed Governor Fubara and warned that renewed impeachment moves could destabilise Rivers State and weaken democratic institutions.

Meta on Monday appointed banker Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chairman, tapping a former member of the Trump administration to help steer the technology giant's massive AI infrastructure expansion. The post Zuckerberg names banker, ex-Trump advisor as Meta president appeared first on Vanguard News.

Jigawa State begins maternity kit distribution to pregnant women across 27 LGAs, aiming to achieve zero maternal mortality and support infant health. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-begins-maternity-kit-distribution-targets-zero-maternal-deaths/

Lagos task force arrests seven suspected Lagos robbery suspects on Bolade Bridge, Oshodi, as part of a security and environmental enforcement drive. Read More: https://punchng.com/task-force-arrests-seven-robbery-suspects-on-lagos-bridge/

De Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi, Akran and paramount ruler of Badagry Kingdom in Lagos State has reportedly died at 89 after a brief illness. According to available information, Akran’s demise marks… The post Badagry Mourns, As Akran Joins His Ancestors At 89 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has asked the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun to call the Osun Police Commissioner, Ibrahim Gothan to order over arrest and unlawful detainment of people in the state. The Governor also demanded immediate release of one of his aides, Abiodun Adegoke Apesin who has been repeatedly denied bail [...]

Funke Akindele’s film, Behind the Scenes, has crossed the ₦2 billion mark at the box office, setting a new record in Nollywood cinema history. According to FilmOne Entertainment, the movie’s distributor, the film has grossed ₦2,103,039,706 since its release. The The post Funke Akindele’s Behind the Scenes crosses ₦2bn, sets new Nollywood record appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Over 50 people who took part in last Saturday’s protest in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area, have been arrested. The suspects were apprehended at different locations across Ekpoma. During the protest, several shops were looted, and the Palace of the Onojie of Ekpoma was vandalised. The detainees were transported in a black maria to […] The post Police Arrest 50 Ekpoma Protesters appeared first on OsunDefender.

A Nigerian man has publicly shared his dream about the upcoming Nigeria versus Morocco fixture. He also saw the winner of the AFCON in his dream.

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has declared that the Nigerian Armed Forces will “give no quarter” to individuals and groups threatening the nation’s unity, peace, and progress. Gen. Oluyede made the statement in a goodwill message to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD), where he paid tribute […]

The senator representing Nasarawa South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Ogoshi Onawo, has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party. Onawo announced his decision in a resignation letter dated January 10, 2026, addressed to the chairman of the PDP in Galadimawa Ward, Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The federal lawmaker in the letter, said, […] The post Nasarawa Senator Dumps PDP, Gives Reasons appeared first on OsunDefender.

"But I think I've got enough resources and enough tools with me now... I've made that clear to the players. We're going to give it our best shot on Wednesday." The post Rosenior plots long Chelsea stay as Arsenal loom appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Algerian Football Federation, FAF, has officially submitted a complaint to both FIFA and CAF, following their 2-0 defeat to Nigeria in the quarter-final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations. FAF had challenged some of the referee’s calls in the game last Saturday. In the letter, they claimed that several officiating decisions in the […] AFCON 2025: Algeria heads to FIFA, CAF after 2-0 defeat to Super Eagles

Nigeria football legend, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha has backed Arsenal to win the Premier League title under their manager Mikel Arteta this season. Okocha believes Arteta’s side has the best squad in Europe this season. He also hailed Arteta for doing a good job at the Gunners since he took charge of the club a few […] EPL: They’ve best squad in Europe – Okocha names team to win title

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone issues a public apology to Real Madrid’s Vinícius Jr following a touchline incident during the Spanish Super Cup. Read More: https://punchng.com/simeone-apologises-to-vinicius-jr-after-super-cup-row/

Heathrow Airport said Monday it welcomed more than 84 million travellers last year, a record high amount for the London hub which is set to undergo a major expansion. The post Heathrow airport sees record high annual passenger numbers appeared first on Vanguard News.

To equip investigators with the right skills to detect the latest digital and cybercrimes that undermine national security, the Nigeria Police Force on Monday began a three-day strategic training for The post Police intensify clampdown on digital crimes, upskill detectives appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Ahead of the AFCON semi-final match between Nigeria and Morocco, three viral animals have made predictions on which team might win and which will not.

The death toll from the fire that gutted the old Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) building in Lagos Island has risen to 12, after four more bodies were recovered from the rubble. The post GNI Fire: Death toll rises to 12 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai, has proposed the establishment of a National Defence Innovation Fund (NDIF) through public–private partnerships to finance research and development in The post Buratai proposes special fund to accelerate defence technology development appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

An early morning fire has gutted a rice farm operated by AgbuCity Farms, located along the river bank in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State, The rice farm reportedly belongs to a Benue State All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain, Dr Tiza Timothy Tarnongo. Over 200 hectares of farm land was destroyed in the […] Fire guts farm in Benue, destroys 200 hectares of rice farm 

The Accord Party in Lagos State has welcomed a fresh wave of politicians and professionals who defected from various political parties in the state. The new members cut across five political platforms, including the Labour Party, LP, Action Alliance, AA, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, and the All Progressives Congress, APC. […] Mass defection rocks Lagos as politicians, professionals dump LP, PDP, APC for Accord

Chalamet beat Hollywood stars Leonardo DiCaprio and George Clooney to the award for best actor in a musical or comedy...

The Mandate Secretary, Health Services and Environment Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, has hailed the National Health Fellows Programme for strengthening healthcare delivery in the… The post Health Fellows Boost FCT Healthcare appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Tonto Dikeh's prayer video declaring blessings and fervently speaking in tongues has sparked reactions, with many Nigerians questioning her public display of faith

Former Chairman of Ado Local Government Area of Ekiti State and the representative of a political pressure group, Ekiti Liberation Agenda, ELA, Motunde Fajuyi, has accused the Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji and the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan of masterminding the alleged removal of the gubernatorial candidate of […] Ekiti 2026: Fajuyi accuses Oyebanji, INEC of orchestrating removal of PDP candidate from list

The Ogun State government has assured resident of communities affected by demolition and land acquisition in the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of the state that their request to halt the process would be carefully considered. Recall that no fewer than 15 communities in the local government on Saturday, urged Governor Dapo Abiodun to intervene in […] Ogun govt assures of fairness as communities protest alleged demolition

Opposition leader Peter Gregory Obi lashes out at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in a fresh message, criticising the state of hunger affecting Nigerians.

Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has directed the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and others who were involved in irregular admissions to reverse it immediately. The Board said its The post JAMB directs UNN, others to reverse irregular admissions appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.