Nigeria’s economy faces potential shocks as the escalating military confrontation between the United States, Israel and Iran sends ripples through global energy markets, financial systems and trade routes. For Africa’s largest oil producer, the conflict presents a paradox: higher crude prices could boost government revenue while simultaneously fueling inflation, currency volatility and rising living costs […]

President Donald Trump’s second term saw escalating military strikes in Iran, Venezuela, Africa and Latin America, drawing global criticism and heavy civilian toll.

Kebbi State’s governor ordered a probe into a school fire after personally helping evacuate 140 students. No lives were lost in the unfortunate incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-gov-orders-probe-after-140-students-escape-school-fire/

Osun United head coach, Akinade Onigbinde, has praised his players for their resilience in the victory over Abakaliki FC. The Omoluabi giants secured a hard fought 1-0 win over Abakaliki FC at the Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium on Saturday. Osun United’s resolute performance was rewarded with a goal from Sodiq Obisesan in the final […] NNL: Onigbinde hails Osun United’s resilience in win over Abakaliki FC

Ayatollah Alireza Arafi has been appointed as a jurist member of Iran’s temporary Leadership Council. The Leadership Council is responsible for carrying out the duties of the Supreme Leader until the Assembly of Experts selects a successor. The 67-year-old cleric, who serves on the powerful Guardian Council, was confirmed as part of the three-member body […] Ayatollah Arafi appointed as member of Iran’s temporary Leadership Council

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has mourned the death of Iranian Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed in Israel–U.S. strikes on Tehran. Gumi, reacting on Sunday, described Khamenei as “a lucky soul” who died “in jihad against killers of innocent children and women,” adding that “his blood will fuel the change […]

Nigeria, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs called for the strict adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter and the Geneva Convention, particularly with respect to sovereignty, territorial integrity The post Nigeria Calls For De-Escalation After US, Israel Attacks On Iran appeared first on Channels Television.

CIA intel on a high-level meeting guided a joint US-Israeli strike that killed Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran, a new report says. Read More: https://punchng.com/cia-intel-helped-us-israel-kill-irans-supreme-leader-report/

Osiyemi stressed that gates or barriers on public roads must remain fully open for public use from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily. The post Lekki-Ajah Exp rehabs: Lagos warns against unapproved gated streets appeared first on Vanguard News.

At least six people were killed in clashes with police after hundreds of protesters stormed the U.S. Consulate in the Pakistani city of Karachi on Sunday, officials said. The violence erupted after the United States and Israel carried out attacks on Iran that killed the country’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering outrage among demonstrators. […] War: Six killed as pro-Iran protesters storm US consulate in Karachi

Iran confirms the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and top officials in US-Israel strikes, releases names of those killed as Tehran vows retaliation.

SERAP urges Nigeria’s FCCPC to probe Google, Meta, and other tech giants for alleged consumer harms, market dominance, and undermining media freedom. Read More: https://punchng.com/probe-google-meta-others-over-media-consumer-harms-serap-urges-fccpc/

The Naira loses N17 as the Central Bank aims to bridge the currency gap, despite external reserves hitting $50 billion, boosting investor confidence in Nigeria.

Mr. Francis Igwe, father of former Ebonyi State Deputy Governor Kelechi Igwe, has been abducted by gunmen. He was reportedly kidnapped on Sunday morning while on his way to church The post Gunmen kidnap father of former Ebonyi deputy governor appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

March 01, (THEWILL) — Property worth more than 20 billion naira was destroyed during the recent fire outbreaks at the famous Singer Market in Kano, according to the Chairman of the Disbursement Committee on the market’s fire disaster, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim. Ibrahim, who also serves as the Secretary to the Kano State Government, disclosed […] The post Property Worth N20b Lost in Singer Market Fire Disaster, Committee Reports appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Nigeria is setting a new standard in quality governance, earning international recognition for its pioneering National Quality Policy (NQP). The chief executive of the United Kingdom Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS), Graham Russell, described Nigeria’s approach as “novel” and suggested it could serve as a blueprint for other nations seeking to strengthen their […]

The Lagos State Government has unveiled a traffic management strategy to facilitate the reconstruction of the main carriageway between Super Bus-Stop and Ilepo Bus-Stop (Inbound Lagos) along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. The exercise, coordinated with the Federal Ministry of Works, is scheduled to run from Saturday, 7th March, 2026, to Saturday, 30th May, 2026, spanning 12 […] Lagos Govt announces traffic plan for Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway reconstruction

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) and residents of Oluku, Egba, and the Ihovbor environs will experience power outages for up to 10 hours daily in March, according to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Benin Region. Mrs Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager, Public Affairs, disclosed this in a notification issued in Abuja on Sunday. She […] The post TCN notifies of planned outage to restring Benin-Ajaokuta 330 KV transmission line  appeared first on Vanguard News.

The governor and his team remained at the school until the fire was completely extinguished and broke their fast at the scene. The post Kebbi Governor Rescues 140 Children From School Fire appeared first on Channels Television.

Residents in Lagos face skyrocketing rents, consuming 50-70% of income, prompting urgent calls for government action and reforms to mitigate this housing crisis.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, weekend officially handed over electric vehicles to professionally trained beneficiaries drawn from across the district. The beneficiaries, selected from the five local government areas of Kogi Central, underwent intensive technical and operational training facilitated by professional engineers from the Electric Motor Vehicle Company (EMVC). The training, fully […]

Are we always ready to hug change or growth, to leave behind our muffled shells for worth? In life, animals need to allow for regeneration. Change is not regularly a hassle-free obligation.   Did you know that they eat the skin they shed? Some lizards, frogs and insects do, or so I heard. I know […]

Interestingly, Governor Yusuf's trademark red cap has been redesigned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's cap-signature, re-aligning with the "Renewed Hope Agenda"

So much has been said and written about the iconic Comrade Biodun Jeyifo, fondly called BJ, since his passing on 11th February. Many more would still be written and said about his humanism, his scholarship, and his activism. But no account would be complete without referencing his imprints on the Academic Staff Union of Universities […] The post Biodun Jeyifo: The legend lives on!, By Christopher Piwuna appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Rangers head coach, Ekenedilichukwu Ekeh, has echoed the team’s determination to secure victory in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 28 encounter against Nasarawa United. The Flying Antelopes will square up with Nasarawa United at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu on Sunday. Ekeh said that the team have prepared adequately for the game. “Since […] NPFL: Rangers target win over Nasarawa United

The minister urged the public to shift focus to more pressing global matters The post Umahi Dismisses Sex Allegation, Says Claims Politically Motivated appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigeria National League, NNL, side Mighty Jets have suspended technical adviser, Ere Dokubo, following a string of poor results. The decision follows a 1-1 home draw with Kada Warriors FC on Saturday. Assistant coach Festus Ukpebo Ehiohiren will take charge of the team for the rest of the season. According to the statement signed by […] NNL: Mighty Jets suspend Dokubo over poor results

The Kano State Police Command has announced the suspension of the annual Tashe traditional performance during the 2026 Ramadan period, citing security concerns. Tashe, a long standing cultural tradition in Kano, is usually performed during Ramadan nights and features costumed street performances, music, dance and satirical storytelling rooted in Hausa culture. In a public announcement […]

War rarely begins with fire. It begins with a question. What must be done to prevent something worse? What follows is rarely the answer anyone expects. Israeli and American officials have publicly stated that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in yesterday’s strikes. Iranian state media and government authorities have denied those claims, […]

Kano State Police Command has suspended the annual Tashe cultural performance during Ramadan, citing security concerns and risks of criminal activity. Read More: https://punchng.com/ramadan-police-suspend-tashe-local-performance-in-kano-over-insecurity/

In a move aimed at fostering peace and strengthening unity within the Christian community, governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has approved the constitution of a Reconciliation and Unity Committee between the United Methodist Church of Nigeria, UMCN, and the Global Methodist Church, GMC. The committee, comprising prominent religious leaders and security representatives, is tasked […] Kefas moves to restore peace between UMCN, GMC

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has quit the office; An Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has been nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to fill the vacancy thus created. As is usual in this climate with such change of guards in sensitive, high-profile and mouth-watering positions, controversies and colliding explanations have rent the […]

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State has affirmed support for Senator Ede Dafinone’s re-election bid for the The post 2027: Sapele APC backs Dafinone’s re-election bid appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that its state congress will hold on March 3, 2026, in Asaba, as part of the party’s nationwide The post Delta APC fixes March 3 for state congress in Asaba appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

… Seek stronger collaboration with NAFDAC By Chioma Obinna  The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee on Drugs and Illicit Trafficking has intensified efforts to curb substance abuse in Nigeria, pledging stronger legislative backing and deeper collaboration with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC. The Committee, led by Hon. Timehin Adelegbe, […] The post Reps committee step up fight against drug abuse appeared first on Vanguard News.

…warn against territorial expansion, threats to national assets Traditional rulers and leaders of Ogun Waterside Local Government Area of Ogun State have firmly declared that the oil-rich Eba Island, site The post Oil-rich Eba Island belongs to Ogun, not Ondo – Ogun Waterside monarchs, leaders appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.