An expert advises the Nigerian government to grant a tax reprieve to low-income earners amid the upcoming 2026 tax reform, citing economic impacts. Read More: https://punchng.com/tax-give-reprieve-to-people-with-low-income/

Women in Abia’s Imobi community protest alleged illegal granite mining, citing environmental risks and lack of community consent. They seek intervention. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-women-protest-illegal-granite-mining-seek-govts-intervention/

Ex-PDP chair Okwesilieze Nwodo claims the APC oppresses the South-East, warning of an electoral backlash in 2027 due to widespread public discontent. Read More: https://punchng.com/nwodo-slam-apc-over-treatment-of-seast/

One day, out of frustration, I decided to take the bull by the horns by writing directly to Tony Elumelu, UBA’s chairman. Don’t ask me how I got his personal email address. I hunted for it. I explained that I wanted to work for him in Nigeria and promised to help transform his business. Within […] The post I have cried like you before (1), By Ayo Akerele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Explore the potential of the Obi–Kwankwaso joint ticket for 2027. Can their blend of fiscal discipline and grassroots politics reset Nigeria’s future? Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-assessing-the-obi-kwankwaso-joint-ticket/

Annabelle Fasuba, daughter of Nigerian sprinter Olusoji Fasuba, wins her first U-17 title, claiming the South of England Indoor 60m championship. Read More: https://punchng.com/fasubas-daughter-wins-first-u-17-title/

Mohamed Salah is desperate for AFCON glory, but his former teammate Sadio Mane stands in his way. Explore the intense Salah Mane rivalry. Read More: https://punchng.com/collision-course-again-mane-stands-in-salahs-way-for-afcon-glory/

Heavyweight Moses Itauma’s fight against Jermaine Franklin has been rescheduled for March after an Itauma injury sustained during training. Read More: https://punchng.com/itauma-injured/

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a last born called a family meeting to clear off her chest. People reacted to the clip.

All is set for the Davis Cup World Group II tie between Nigeria and Uzbekistan in Lagos, with organizers confirming full technical and logistical readiness Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-set-for-nigeria-uzbekistan-davis-cup-showdown/

An in-depth look at corruption in Nigeria, from its 2024 ranking to the efforts of anti-graft agencies like the EFCC and ICPC in a complex battle. Read More: https://punchng.com/is-nigeria-winning-the-war-against-corruption/

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY— Cold room operators in some parts of Benin City, under the aegis of Cold Room/Landlord Operators of Upper Lawsni Feeder, have protested a 300 per cent increase in electricity tariff following their transfer from Band B to Band A metering system by Benin Electricity Distribution Company, BEDC. The operators, through […] The post Cold room operators protest 300% electricity tariff hike in Benin appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,480 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,476 per dollar on Monday. But the naira appreciated to N1,420.25 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira fell to […] The post Naira down to N1,480/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.

Rivers State, “Treasure Base of the Nation,” has in recent years been overshadowed not by its economic potential but by a bitter power struggle between two of its foremost political figures — Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory Minister and former governor, and Siminalayi Fubara, the current governor. What began as a seemingly internal political […] The post A peace roadmap for Rivers State appeared first on Vanguard News.

As the new year unfolds, the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has extended warm goodwill and best wishes to the people of Delta Central and the… The post 2026 Will Surpass 2025 For Urhobo Nation, Delta Central — Dafinone appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has raised alarm that public office holders and political appointees under the Governor Abba Yusuf’s administration were under duress to endorse the planned defection of the governor to ruling All Progressive Congress, APC. The post Kwankwaso alleges Kano officials, appointees under duress to endorse Yusuf’s planned defection appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has faulted Nigeria’s revised tax laws, warning that the process and substance of the reforms risk deepening public distrust and worsening economic hardship for already burdened citizens. The post Tax without trust is robbery — Peter Obi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, yesterday, urged public servants to anchor their work on discipline, selflessness and excellence, saying lasting legacies in governance were built through consistency, resilience and strength of character, not applause or popularity. The post Bala Usman @50: Shettima, Gbaja, Akume, Oshiomhole canvass selfless leadership appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Tinubu and Gov. Abiodun mourn the passing of Madam Lucia Onabanjo, wife of Ogun’s first civilian governor, who died at the age of 100. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-abiodun-mourn-ex-ogun-govs-wife-onabanjo/

The Wife of the Delta State Governor, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, recently distributed learning aids to two schools for children with special needs in the state, reaffirming her commitment to inclusive… The post First Lady Of Delta Reaffirms Commitment To Inclusive Education, Distributes Learning Aids To Special Needs Schools appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has questioned claims of political leadership in Rivers State, faulting Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s declaration of himself as “001” in the All Progressives Congress, APC, membership register in his ward. The post Rivers Crisis: APC, CSO, others slam Fayose over Fubara’s APC status appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Stakeholders Seek Urgent, Coordinated, Long-Term Reforms …Warn Ailing CTG Sector Threat To Industrialisation, Livelihoods LAGOS – Nigeria’s cotton, textile and garment (CTG) sector remained under severe strain in 2025, with… The post Nigeria’s Cotton, Textile Sector Under Severe Strain appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

…Nigeria, UAE Seal Trade Pact, To Co-Host Investopia In Lagos …Pact Opens Duty-Free Access For Nigerian Exports — Minister …Says It Removes Tariffs On 7,000 Nigerian Products, Boosts Exports, Jobs… The post Tinubu Courts Foreign Investment For $30bn Green Energy Boom appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

…Insists Obi Is The Only Person That Matters In ADC LAGOS – Former Governor Ayo Fayose of Ekiti State has advised Gover­nor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State to see the… The post Fubara Should See Wike As His Leader — Fayose appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

​Elumelu’s entry into Seplat is more than just a business transaction; it is the manifestation of the Petroleum Industry Act’s (PIA) highest aspirations. As he navigates the complex waters of the energy sector, there is high hope for future synergy between upstream assets and downstream refining. Tony Elumelu’s influence on the African business landscape is […] The post Tony Elumelu: Deconstructing an architect of African transformation, By Dan Aibangbe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — THE Lagos State government, yesterday, revealed that at least 133 human lives and N19.72 billion worth of property were lost in various fire incidents in 2025. The latest figures were contained in the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service 2025 activity report, released at the Staff Engagement, themed ‘People, Preparedness […] The post 133 lives, over N19bn property lost to fire outbreaks in 2025 — Lagos govt appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian winger Sani Suleman completes his transfer to RB Leipzig on a five-year deal, with the Bundesliga club signing one of Europe’s top talents. Read More: https://punchng.com/suleman-joins-leipzig-on-five-year-deal/

Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka admitted he would love to play for Manchester United while speaking to a fan during the ongoing Africa cup of nations in Morocco, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 28-year-old Brentford midfielder made the comment in a brief fan interview posted on Tiktok with Manchester United supporter Hussain Vorajee, who approached Read More: https://punchng.com/onyeka-dreams-man-united-move/

Agege LG Chairman Obasa arrives in Rabat to rally support for the Super Eagles in their crucial AFCON 2025 semi-final clash against Morocco. Read More: https://punchng.com/obasa-hits-rabat-rallies-support-for-eagles/

 Ahead of tomorrow, January 15, when he would have spent a total of six years in office, Governor Hope Uzodimma on Tuesday, took another major step aimed at revo­lutionalising healthcare… The post Uzodimma To Establish Nigeria’s First Robotic Surgical Centre In Imo appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigerian states budgeted over N525bn for security votes between 2023-2025. Discover which states are the highest spenders and why this funding fails to sto Read More: https://punchng.com/govs-budget-n525bn-for-security-as-killings-spread/

Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has been appointed by CAF to officiate the high-profile 2025 AFCON semi-final Nigeria, Morocco clash in Rabat. Read More: https://punchng.com/ghanaian-referee-laryea-to-officiate-nigeria-morocco-clash/

FOLLOWING the death of Chimamanda Adichie’s son, the Lagos State government and Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, MDCN, have launched parallel investigations into the alleged medical negligence at Eurocare Hospital, Victoria Island, Lagos. The post Chimamanda’s son: Lagos govt, MDCN probe Eurocare appeared first on Vanguard News.

We are in the second week of the new year that appears to have got off to a very dramatic start on the political front. The opposition against the implementation of the tax reforms is suddenly muted, now all four bills that constitute the law are in full throttle. Two of them took off on June […] The post A defection that almost didn’t happen, by Rotimi Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.

ABUJA – The Federal Government, through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), has approved the disbursement of intervention funds to a total of 271 tertiary in­stitutions, cutting across univer­sities, polytechnics… The post FG Disburses N2.5bn Each To Public Varsities, N1.8bn To Polys, N2bn To CoEs appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Morocco’s coach Walid Regragui defends African referees, urging players and media to focus on football ahead of the AFCON semi-final against Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/morocco-coach-defends-referees-ahead-nigeria-clash/