The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a strong warning over the escalating outbreak of Lassa fever, confirming 318 cases and 70 deaths across…

Michael Carrick praises Manchester United’s diversity and inclusive culture following controversial comments made by co-owner Jim Ratcliffe. Read More: https://punchng.com/carrick-hails-man-united-diversity-after-ratcliffe-remarks/

Nollywood's Mercy Aigbe shared a hilarious video with husband Kazim Adeoti during Ramadan, sparking funny reactions and discussions on social media.

The co-founder of British online fashion giant Asos has died in what is labelled a mysterious balcony fall in Thailand. Multi-millionaire Quentin Griffith is said to have plunged from the 17th floor of his condominium in Pattaya. Emergency services found the 58-year-old retail entrepreneur’s body on the ground beneath his balcony. Reports state the police […]

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has provided clarifications regarding recent concerns over the fate of some Nigerian intending pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj, explaining that nothing has changed from the earlier guidelines issued by the Saudi Arabian Government. NAHCON spokesperson Hajiya Fatima Sanda Usara said in a release that the Saudi deadlines significantly […] NAHCON clarifies Hajj 2026 guidelines, urges pilgrims to remain calm

The UNICEF official said the registration system is being digitalised across health facilities to improve efficiency. The post UNICEF records 14 million Nigeria birth registrations in two years appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Famous American Actress and Singer, Hilary Duff, has opened up on her fears bordering on thoughts that her husband, American Singer, songwriter and DJ, Matthew Koma, would leave her. The 38-year-old says she has been having recurring dreams of her husband of nearly seven years cheating on her. She has fears that he would leave […]

Canada has updated its guidance for Indigenous people crossing the border into the United States, recommending they now carry a passport while travelling, in a significant departure from historic practice. The post Canada advises Indigenous people to carry passports for US travel appeared first on Vanguard News.

Barcelona star Pau Cubarsí remains confident that his team will continue to challenge Real Madrid for the La Liga title. Barça recently ceded the La Liga lead to Los Blancos after a defeat at Girona on Monday night. Speaking to Mundo Deportivo, the Spanish international affirmed that Barcelona will fight until the very end. “It […]

Follow live updates and developments on the FCT Council Election 2026 as over 1.5 million registered voters prepare to cast their ballots across the territory.

The Delta State Police Command, led by CP Aina Adesola, has arrested a 17-year-old girl identified as Chiamaka, for faking her own kidnap with three of her friends and extorting a ransom of five hundred thousand naira (N500,000) from her mother, a peasant farmer. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed this in a […] Delta: Police arrest 17-year-old girl for faking own kidnap, extorting N500,000 from mother

Kun Khalifat FC forward Gabriel Lekan says the team is determined to learn from its errors and improve in the remaining Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) fixtures as they strive to avoid relegation. The Owerri-based club currently sits at the bottom of the NPFL table with 25 points. Kun Khalifat FC has recorded six wins, […]

In a country where academic qualifications are often regarded as a lifelong compass, his journey defies convention. The post Gbolahan Sosanya studied pharmaceutical engineering, but built a fashion empire instead appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Fubara urges voters to support APC candidates in the upcoming Rivers bye-elections for Ahoada East and Khana constituencies. Read his call for pea Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-bye-elections-fubara-urges-voters-to-support-apc-candidates/

The 74 confirmed cases in Week 6 were reported in Taraba, Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Benue, Nasarawa, Kogi and Ebonyi states. The post Lassa Fever: Nigeria records 74 new cases, 51 deaths in 2026 – NCDC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos on Friday awarded N30 million in damages to activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, over his unlawful declaration as a wanted person by the Nigeria Police Force. In a ruling delivered by Justice M. Kakaki, the court faulted the actions of the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, […] Court awards N30m damages to Sowore over unlawful ‘wanted’ declaration by police

A secondary school student, Tope Oriloye, who was abducted on February 8 in Makeke Community, Akoko Edo Local Government Area of Edo State, has been released after a ransom of N2 million was paid. The National Coordinator of the Movement for the Advancement of Akoko Edo People, Bode Ekundayo, disclosed this in a message to […] The post Kidnapped Secondary School Student Release After Ransom Payment appeared first on OsunDefender.

A Moroccan court has handed down prison sentences of up to a year to 19 football fans, following charges of hooliganism after a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal. Supporters reportedly attempted to storm the pitch during the match. Following a five-hour hearing on Thursday, the presiding judge found the 18 […]

A new study reveals why chronic pain lasts longer in women, linking it to biological differences in the immune system, not emotional responses. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-chronic-pain-lasts-longer-in-women-study/

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, on Friday disclosed that a forensic audit of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited is ongoing, as part of efforts to scrutinise oil revenue deductions and boost remittances into the Federation Account. “It is an ongoing forensic audit of NNPC as mandated by Read More: https://punchng.com/forensic-audit-of-nnpc-ongoing-edun/

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Eze Eze, has said politicians who objected to real-time electronic transmission of election results acted out of fear of being voted out of office in a free and fair election. Eze, who was a spokesman for the defunct New Peoples Democratic Party (NPDP) in 2013, has […]

An airport in Florida is set to be renamed after US President Donald Trump after the state’s legislature approved a bill proposing the change on Thursday. The Republican-led legislature passed the measure to redesignate Palm Beach International Airport as the “President Donald J. Trump International Airport,” according to state records. The bill now awaits the […] The post Florida Airport To Be Renamed After US President Donald Trump appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, made the commitment during a coordination meeting with delegations from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Gusau, the state capital The post Zamfara govt vows to sustain donor-funded programmes beyond funding period appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Nigeria international Odion Ighalo has revealed his desire for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to have joined Saudi League side Al-Hilal. Al-Hilal reportedly submitted a €70 million bid to Napoli for Osimhen’s services during the summer transfer window. However, Galatasaray ultimately outbid them to secure the striker. Speaking to Winwin, the former Manchester United […]

A Nigerian woman, Olayinka, shared her inspiring return home with only N20,000, overcoming hardship and starting anew, motivating others facing struggles.

Former footballer Christian Jidayi found dead in Lido Adriano forest. Tributes pour in as police investigate the circumstances surrounding his tragic death.

Semi Ajayi is making good progress in his recovery from injury, according to Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic. Ajayi has been out of action since suffering a hamstring injury during Nigeria’s bronze medal match against Egypt at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations last month. The 32-year-old was replaced by Chidozie Awaziem late in […]

Award-winning Ghanaian musician and rapper, Black Sherif has continued to thrill his fans with good music, the latest being the song and visuals ‘Top of the Morning’. The song is his first in 2026. He reflected on his meteoric rise. In an intimate, deeply personal statement shared via his Substack, the “Kweku The Traveller” hitmaker […]

…says his deputy is loyal, denies any rift  Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has firmly dismissed speculations of an “impeachment plot” against his deputy, Dr Olayide Adelami, describing the rumours The post JUST IN: Aiyedatiwa dismisses impeachment plot against deputy, Adelami appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of AIG Fayoade Mustapha to the rank of Deputy Inspector General of Police after his intervie Read More: https://punchng.com/psc-promotes-another-aig-to-deputy-inspector-general-of-police/

Visually impaired candidates faced fees and lacked accessible texts during UTME 2026 registration, despite JAMB’s promise of free registration nationwide.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has lauded the swift intervention of the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) following Thursday’s mob attack on its RS5.12 Benin Toll Gate Unit Command along the Benin–Lagos Expressway. The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, in a statement posted on Facebook on Friday by the Corps Public Education […]

Saida BOJ responds to Mirabel's assault claims, urging compassion for her mental health amid online backlash. Fans echo her plea for understanding and support.

The Federal Character Commission faces underfunding, hindering its mandate to ensure fairness and equity across government agencies. Lawmakers support impr Read More: https://punchng.com/federal-character-commission-seeks-improved-funding/

Brazilian football star Neymar suggests he may retire after the World Cup, citing a history of injuries but expressing hope to play in the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/neymar-hints-at-possible-retirement-after-world-cup/

The Osun State Government has once again refuted allegations of a ₦13 billion payroll scam involving Sally Tibbot Limited. In a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi on Friday, the government described the renewed claims as fake news sponsored by the opposition All Progressives Congress, APC. The government insisted that […] The post Again, Osun Govt Dismisses Payroll Fraud Claims, Blames APC appeared first on OsunDefender.