The Jigawa State Government said it has dismissed 22 vendors and companies participating in the ongoing Ramadan Iftar programme over alleged cheating, dishonesty regarding food quality and quantity, and questionable financial dealings. DAILY POST recalls that the programme, targeting 7.9 million beneficiaries across 640 free meal centres in the state, was initiated by Governor Umar […] Jigawa govt removes 22 vendors over alleged cheating in Ramadan feeding programme

The ninth edition of the FAME Foundation Women’s Day Football Tournament, held on Friday at the Area 3 Mini Pitch in Abuja, served as a vibrant platform to advocate for greater women’s empowerment in Nigeria. Ms. Rinsola Abiola, Director-General of the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC), a prominent figure at the event, emphasized the […]

MAN praises Anambra’s energy transition from diesel to gas, calling it a strategic move for sustainable industrial growth and cost reduction for manufactur Read More: https://punchng.com/man-hails-anambras-shift-from-diesel-to-gas-as-industrial-game-changer/

He said, "I will thank the commissioner of police and the director of DSS. They showed a lot of professionalism; immediately I made contact with them. The post Gunmen attack Amaechi’s convoy after burning ADC office in Rivers appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Hyacinth Alia has said the security situation in Benue State has improved markedly, noting that only three of the state’s 23 local government areas are still dealing with minor security concerns. The governor disclosed this on Thursday while receiving the Nigerian Army Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, during a courtesy visit to the […] Only three LGAs still face security threats in Benue — Gov Alia

UEFA fined Real Madrid €15,000 and issued a partial stadium closure after a fan performed a Nazi salute during a Champions League match against Benfica. Read More: https://punchng.com/uefa-fine-real-madrid-after-fans-nazi-salute/

Nigerian music star Joeboy has weighed in on the reactions that followed Tyla winning the Best African Music Performance category at the Grammy Awards. The award sparked widespread discussions online after Tyla triumphed with her song Push 2 Start, beating a strong lineup of Nigerian nominees including Davido, Omah Lay, Wizkid, Ayra Starr, and Burna [...]

The Laguda Descendants Union has called for stronger family ties and greater national unity as it held its 11th Annual Ramadan Public Lecture in Lagos. The event, held on Friday, The post Laguda Descendants Union advocates family bonds, national unity at Ramadan lecture appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Edo State Chapter, has commended the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, for what it described as…

Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli Saudi FC is reportedly preparing a substantial financial package to sign Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu from Trabzonspor in the upcoming summer transfer window. The 31-year-old has enjoyed a stellar season in the Süper Lig, scoring 18 goals and providing two assists in just 21 league appearances. His impressive form has […]

The schools are being built or renovated across the state’s 23 local government areas under the Reaching Out-of-School Children (ROOSC) project The post Kaduna to build 102 new schools, renovate 170 others – Uba Sani appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A relationship counsellor has celebrated on social media after she graduated with a first-class honours degree in pharmacy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

  The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly selling his one-month-old niece for N2 million. The suspect, a resident of Igbogbo in Ikorodu, reportedly claimed he sold the baby to fund their mother’s burial. The child’s mother alerted the police, leading to his arrest. Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare […] The post Man Arrested for Allegedly Selling Sister’s Baby for N2m appeared first on OsunDefender.

Edo State Police Command said it has arrested 65 suspected kidnappers and recovered N1.850m believed to be paid as ransom. It stated that 65 suspected kidnappers were arrested after a The post Police arrest 65 suspected kidnappers in Edo appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Stakeholders in the Nigerian road transport sector have called for the establishment of a Bank of Transportation to drive investment and development of the transportation sector. Commercial drivers and transport sector operators made the call during the week-long Drivers’ Care Initiative across motor parks in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, organized by Transporters for Tinubu […] Nigerian road transporters seek establishment of Bank of Transportation

The Taraba State Government has issued a formal directive requiring all political appointees and public servants intending to contest in the forthcoming general elections to resign their positions in compliance with the Electoral Act 2026. In a public statement released by the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Political Matters and Special […]

The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) in Taraba State has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to create more inclusive measures that would enable persons with disabilities to participate in the electoral process without hardship. The association said, special consideration should be given to persons with disabilities to prevent them […]

EFCC alleged that the Chinese national induced someone to open a bank account for fraudulent purposes. The post EFCC arraigns Chinese national for deception appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Donald Trump has revealed the next possible country the United States would attack after Iran. Speaking at the White House on Thursday during a visit by players and officials of Inter Miami CF, the 2025 Major League Soccer champions, Trump said his administration may shift attention to Cuba after ongoing US military operations in […] Trump reveals next country to attack after Iran

Iran's police chief Ahmad Radan said on Friday that officers had been authorised to shoot at suspected looters amid the war with Israel and the United States. The post Iran police chief orders officers to shoot looters amid war with Israel, US appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Director-General of the Oyo State Investment and Public Private Partnership Agency, Mr. Olatilewa Folami, has said the 110-kilometre Ibadan Circular Road project is designed to be a major catalyst The post Ibadan Circular Road will drive economic growth, industrialisation — OYSIPA DG appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Christian Blind Mission (CBM) International has donated eye treatment equipment worth over N300 million to the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) following the destruction of critical ophthalmology facilities The post CBM donates over N300m eye treatment equipment to UMTH after flood damage appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Nigeria head coach, Sunday Oliseh has urged Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman to lead the Super Eagles to win titles in the near future. Oliseh praised the pair as ‘top’ talents, noting their impressive performances in the Champions League with Galatasaray and Atletico Madrid, respectively. In a recent episode of his Global Football Insights […] Super Eagles: Sunday Oliseh demands trophies from Osimhen, Lookman

The National Association of Ogun State Students (NAOSS) has commended Governor Dapo Abiodun for his relentless efforts in developing infrastructure, particularly roads, across the state. In a statement signed by…

Nigeria congratulates Ghana on its 69th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming the strong diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between the two nations. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-congratulates-ghana-on-69th-independence-anniversary/

Mo Abudu calls on Nigerian and African creatives to build local streaming platforms amid reports of reduced foreign investment in the continent’s industry. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-one-is-coming-to-save-us-mo-abudu-urges-nigerians-to-build-local-streaming-platforms/

Summer transfer window preparations are underway as Super Eagles stars, including Stanley Nwabali eye new club opportunities after missed chances in January.

The federal government has moved to enhance the integrity of academic records in Nigeria through a national digital infrastructure designed to secure, standardise, and authenticate students’ data across post-secondary and tertiary institutions nationwide. The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Alausa, disclosed this on Thursday during his keynote address at a national capacity-building programme for school […] Nigerian govt deploys digital data system to secure, verify academic records

Not fewer than three shops have been destroyed by an inferno following a transformer explosion at the entrance of Aliade Main Market in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident occurred on Friday morning when the electricity transformer suddenly blew up, triggering a fire outbreak that quickly spread to nearby shops, razing […] Transformer explosion razes three shops in Benue

Stanley Nwabali, Super Eagles goalkeeper, denies Kaizer Chiefs transfer rumours after leaving Chippa United. His representative clarifies ongoing negotiations.

The suspect said he gave his sister N500,000 out the money and used the balance to organise their mother’s burial.

In line with the agenda of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, to facilitate legitimate trade across Nigeria’s land borders, the acting Customs Area Controller (CAC) of Ogun I Command, Deputy Controller Oladapo Afeni, has reduced the number of checkpoints along the Atan–Idiroko road from 16 to three. The development is part of ongoing efforts […]

A grassroots movement of workers under the umbrella of Working People United (WPU) on Friday unveiled its support group for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Abuja on The post Workers unveil support group for Tinubu’s re-election appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Suspected gunmen have reportedly kidnapped at least 16 people in Kubwa, a suburb of Abuja, in the early hours of Friday. Sources said the attackers stormed the community during the early morning hours and abducted several residents, including the wife of a local vigilante member and four children belonging to a pastor. The incident has […]

Residents of Minna on Thursday took to the streets to protest the persistent poor electricity supply by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), issuing a 90-day ultimatum to the company The post Minna residents protest poor power supply, give AEDC 90-day ultimatum appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday, arraigned a Chinese national, Zhang Wen Hao, before the Nasarawa State High Court, Mararaba, over allegations of cheating involving a bank…