The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, has declared that thousands of residents of the ancient city are being threatened by flooding, especially during the rainy season. Ladoja, a former governor of Oyo State, made this declaration on Thursday, when he met with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, in […] Flood threat: Olubadan seeks govt intervention for Ibadan residents

The Lagos State Assembly is calling for immediate bye-elections to replace deceased councillors in Mushin, Ibeju-Lekki, and Somolu local government areas. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-assembly-calls-for-bye-elections-to-replace-deceased-lg-councillors/

Israel DMW defends Davido, denying journalist Kemi Olunloyo's claims about the twins' health, asserting they are well-kept, healthy, and their privacy respected.

The request by Rivers State lawmakers that the Chief Judge establish the mandatory panel to review their case to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara has suffered a rude blow. The Chief… The post Court Turns Down Request Of Rivers Legislators To Impeach Fubara appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigerian military reports U.S. intelligence aid crucial in neutralising Boko Haram, with key leaders targeted in operations strengthening national security.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has affirmed his support for Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, stressing that the governor must be allowed to carry out his duties without undue interference. Speaking on Channels Television’s current affairs programme, Hard Copy, the Special Adviser on Policy and Communication, Daniel Bwala, stated that the party’s structure in Rivers State […] Fubara must be allowed to carry out his duties without undue interference – Tinubu’s aide

The Gombe State Government confirms an Army recruit, Ibrahim Nazifi, died during training at the Nigerian Army Depot in Zaria after a brief illness. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-recruit-from-gombe-dies-during-training/

The banking group received a single application for the said number of shares, which was considered valid under the terms of the capital raise programme and processed accordingly, recording a 100 per cent subscription, according to a regulatory filing on Thursday. The post GTCO raises N10 billion through private placement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Army said that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect and recover additional weapons as part of sustained measures to deny criminal elements freedom of action. The post Troops Apprehend Suspected Gun Runners, Recover Arms, Ammunition In Taraba appeared first on Channels Television.

Two deaths have been recorded from Lassa fever in Benue State, just days after health authorities confirmed the emergence of new cases of the viral infection. The State Commissioner for Health, Paul Ogwuche, made the disclosure on Thursday in Makurdi, explaining that reported cases of the disease have risen steadily over the last two weeks. […] Two lives lost as Lassa fever cases rise to nine in Benue

President Bola Tinubu has approved the gazetting of targeted, investment-linked incentives to support the proposed Bonga South-West deep-offshore oil project by Shell and its partners. The President also directed the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Mrs. Olu Verheijen, to facilitate the gazette of the incentives in line with Nigeria’s existing legal and fiscal […]

Nigeria’s NNPC reports a major revenue boost, attributing the success to collaboration with host communities in securing the Trans Niger Pipeline. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-credits-community-support-for-revenue-boost/

Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, on Thursday led a high-powered delegation of the Federal Government on a condolence visit to Katsina State over the passing of: a renowned Islamic Scholar, The post Barau leads FG’s delegation on visit to Katsina over Sheikh Kaura, ex-ACG Bagiwa deaths  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the gazetting of targeted, investment-linked incentives to support the proposed Bonga South West deep-offshore oil project by Shell Plc and its partners, in a The post Tinubu approves incentives to unlock jobs, FX inflows from Shell’s Bonga Southwest project appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Bauchi State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) Monitoring and Evaluation Team has raised concerns over frequent teacher lateness and absenteeism across schools in Katagum Local Government Area. In a statement issued on Thursday by the board’s Public Relations Officer, Isah Mohammed Jungudo, the team, led by the SUBEB Director of Quality Assurance, Abbas Abdulmumini, […] SUBEB raises alarm over teacher absenteeism in Bauchi schools

Donald Trump announces he will sue The New York Times over a poll showing low approval, calling for ‘fake and fraudulent polling’ to be a criminal offense. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-to-sue-new-york-times-over-unfavourable-opinion-poll/

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, on Thursday, led a high-powered delegation of the Federal Government on a condolence visit to Katsina State over the passing of two illustrious personalities in the state: a renowned Islamic Scholar, Sheikh Habibu Yahaya Kaura and a former Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs, Alhaji Lawal Bagiwa. […]

The new policy will "protect foreign assistance from subsidizing not only abortion as a method of family planning, but also gender ideology (and) discriminatory equity ideology. The post Trump to ban foreign aid over ‘gender ideology,’ diversity appeared first on Vanguard News.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, dismisses rumors of a PDP defection after meeting with President Tinubu, affirming he is comfortable in the opposition pa Read More: https://punchng.com/im-staying-in-pdp-no-plans-to-defect-says-makinde/

Relief for Contractors as Finance Ministry Confirms N152bn Payout on Verified ProjectsFederal Government Confirms N152bn Payment to ContractorsAbuja, Nigeria – Thursday, January 22, 2026 Following the assurances given to the… The post Finance Ministry Clears N152bn Verified Contract Debt, Reaffirms Commitment to Due Process appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Mrs Adeyeye consequently, reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to safeguarding the health of the nation, especially the safety of vulnerable groups like children, through its regulatory activities The post NAFDAC begins enforcement of ban on sachet alcohol – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The recent news that Governor Hope Uzodinma is sponsoring the Imo State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) and twenty-seven local government electoral officers on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem is a brazen… The post Hope Uzodinma And The Danger He Poses To Democracy appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has stirred reactions from Nigerians after addressing the press following his closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu.

Terra Industries is protecting $11 billion in Nigerian assets with Nigerian ingenuity. That they had to go to Silicon Valley for funding isn’t a failure of Nigerian entrepreneurship or Nigerian venture capital. It’s a failure of a defence budgeting paradigm so dysfunctional that it inadvertently outsources strategic autonomy, while claiming to protect national security. Until […] The post Why Terra Industries had to go to Silicon Valley, By Olumide Awoyemi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Federal Government receives land title from Niger State to pilot its new integrated farm settlements program, aiming to boost agriculture and improve l Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-secures-land-title-from-niger-for-integrated-farm-settlements/

The order specifically prohibits picketing, lockouts, road blockades, or any activity designed to shut down government operations. The post Wike vs workers: FCTA secures court order to break JUAC strike appeared first on Vanguard News.

Yeni Kuti, Fela’s daughter, addresses the Wizkid and Seun Kuti feud, calling for calm and unity while sharing her personal history with Wizkid. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-felas-daughter-calls-for-calm-in-wizkid-seun-kuti-feud/

Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke urges residents to act as whistleblowers by reporting fake drug dealers, vowing to collaborate with NAFDAC to safeguard lives Read More: https://punchng.com/report-fake-drug-dealers-adeleke-urges-osun-residents/

Sokoto was the only state that reported suspected cases during the month, while Edo and Sokoto accounted for the majority of cases recorded so far this year. The post Dengue Fever: Nigeria records two deaths, 735 suspected cases in 2025- NCDC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Fear of kidnapping, which is becoming an everyday affair, has forced the Igarra Community, headquarters of Akoko-Edo local government area, to impose a curfew from 9pm to 6am and has also restricted all night burial dances to held between 4pm and 6pm only. This is coming barely 24 hours after the wife of the chairman […]

Former Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State has revealed what he termed the “true story” of what happened in the Presidential Villa when Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State visited President Bola Tinubu on Thursday. Fayose claimed that Makinde showed a lack of courage to face Tinubu alone. He said the governor enlisted the support […] Makinde lacked courage to face Tinubu alone – Fayose

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, is launching stablecoin balances for its merchants and users across all its offerings. This is being achieved through Flutterwave’s collaboration with Nuvion and Turnkey to provide a secure, flexible, and verifiable stablecoin balance infrastructure. It is a major step in Flutterwave’s vision to make stablecoins a key pillar of […] Flutterwave partners with Turnkey to power secure stablecoin wallets for customers

Heirs Energies had in December 2025 acquired the 20.07 per cent stake (120.4 million shares) in Seplat Energy Plc previously held by Maurel & Prom S.A. at GBP 3.05 per share, in a deal valued at about $500 million. The post Tony Elumelu appointed non-executive director at Seplat Energy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Michael David The National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC), on Thursday sought a partnership with Nasarawa State Government for the commission to embark on people oriented project in… The post N-HYPPADEC Seeks Partnership With Nasarawa For Rural Development appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Chelsea have beaten Manchester United and two other Premier League clubs to sign Nigeria-eligible teenage defender Yisa Alao from Sheffield Wednesday.

Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has been offered to Manchester United. The Nigerian midfielder moved to Turkish club Beşiktaş in the summer, ending his eight-year spell at Leicester City in the Premier League and the Championship. On his YouTube channel, Romano said that Ndidi has been offered […] Transfer: Wilfred Ndidi offered to Man United