First Lady Oluremi Tinubu calls for national unity and collective purpose, stating ‘a house divided against itself cannot stand’ at an awards ceremony. Read More: https://punchng.com/remi-tinubu-urges-nigerians-to-unite-for-prosperity/

Thousands of federal agents have in recent weeks conducted aggressive raids and arrests in what the administration claims are targeted missions against criminals. The post Trump ends immigration crackdown in Minnesota appeared first on Vanguard News.

Enugu State Government’s claim of generating ₦406.77 billion as Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in 2025 has come under sharp criticism from All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in the state, Chief Basil Ani. The post APC chieftain questions Enugu’s ₦406.77bn IGR claim appeared first on Vanguard News.

The African Democratic Congress confirmed Hon. Oladimeji Fabiyi as Deputy National Financial Secretary and ratified new national and zonal officers.

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has warned that it will direct its members to shut down schools in states that fail to implement the new minimum wage for teachers. The National President of the Union, Comrade Audu Amba, issued the warning in Abuja on Thursday while speaking with journalists at the union’s 2026 Annual […]

The management of the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Kaduna, has criticised the ongoing strike by the local chapter of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), insisting that patient care and the preservation of lives remain its top priority. The post Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital criticises nurses’ strike, vows uninterrupted services appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai insists on due process after security agents allegedly attempted to arrest him at Abuja airport amid EFCC investigations.

Government has directed that a minimum of 50% of all cocoa beans should be processed locally beginning from the 2026-2027 crop season, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced. Dr Ato Forson made the disclosure at a press briefing following an emergency Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday to address the crisis in the cocoa sector. The Finance Minister revealed that the Cabinet has also ordered the immediate revival of two key state-owned enterprises—the Produce Buying Company (PBC) and the Cocoa Processing Company (CPC).

Bright Osayi-Samuel, who plays as a fullback for the Super Eagles, has explained why he thinks Victor Osimhen, his teammate from Nigeria, is a better all-around striker than Erling Haaland from Manchester City. He highlighted Osimhen’s hard work and effort both when he is on the ball and when he’s not. Osayi-Samuel, who played his […] ‘He presses so hard’ – Osayi-Samuel choses better striker between Osimhen, Haaland

Securing a Schengen visa can be either seamless or stressful, depending on your application and the country you apply from. The post 5 countries with the fastest visa approvals in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Just as Oyedeji emphasized, the responsibility now lies with the athletes to rise to the occasion and make the nation proud.

Police operatives attached to Ozoro Division in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State have arrested a twenty six(26) year old suspected armed robber, Friday Oghenemaro just as it recovered from him, a locally made Beretta pistol. The suspect is currently cooling his heels in police custody. He was arrested on 9 February 2026, […] Police arrest 26yr old suspected armed robber in Delta, recover Beretta pistol

Managerial pressure across Europe’s top leagues has continued to intensify in 2026, with several high-profile clubs already making changes in the dugout. Poor runs of form, unmet expectations, and growing The post FULL LIST: Five managers who have been sacked in 2026 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Abia State Government has sealed the Umuahia and Aba offices of telecommunications giant Globacom Limited over its alleged failure to remit more than ₦4 billion in taxes to the state. The post Abia Govt seals Globacom offices appeared first on Vanguard News.

No fewer than 120 artisans and youths in Jigawa State have received training in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion, maintenance and safety, as part of efforts to establish CNG conversion centres across the state and support Nigeria’s transition to alternative energy. The three-day practical training, held at the Manpower Development Institute in Dutse, was organised […] Jigawa trains 120 artisans ahead of CNG centre rollout

First Lady of Nigeria, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, has said that selfless service and humanness can transform the country and change lives. She stated this on Thursday after receiving the ‘LEADERSHIP Person of the Year 2025’ Award at the Bola Ahmed Tibubu International Conference Centre, Abuja. The First Lady thanked the chairman of LEADERSHIP Media Group, […]

YouTube has become a global stage for music, culture, and viral sensations. Some videos make us dance, some make us cry, and some capture the hearts of children and adults alike. The post Top 10 most viewed YouTube videos ever appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Adamawa State Executive Council has approved the construction of a state-of-the-art Mother and Child Specialist Hospital in Yola at a cost of N19.6 billion. The approval was granted at the council’s first meeting of 2026, presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. Briefing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr […]

The House of Representatives Committee on Science and Engineering has threatened to recommend a zero allocation for the National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEM) in the 2026 Appropriation Bill and called for the removal of its Director-General, Dr. Olushola Odusanya, over his failure to appear for budget defence. The post Reps threaten zero allocation for NACETEM appeared first on Vanguard News.

A full list of countries around the work where international students can get work permit after graduating and other details surrounding them have been compiled.

Security agents, on Thursday, attempted to arrest former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, upon his arrival from Cairo, Egypt, his Media Adviser, Muyiwa Adekeye, has said. Adekeye made the claim in a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle shortly after the incident. According to him, operatives […]

The management of Nigerian Tulip International College, NTIC, on Thursday honoured 61 outstanding members of its staff with Long Service Awards. The institution also named Air Commodore Darlington Abdullahi (rtd) and Mrs. Mary Onyali respectively as its ambassadors. The management states that the 61 awardees have dedicated more than 15 years of their lives to […] NTIC awards 61 outstanding staff, names Darlington Abdullahi, Mary Onyali ambassadors

Former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has spoken out after security operatives allegedly tried to arrest him on Thursday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

The Benue State government reaffirms its commitment to the safe return and sustainable resettlement of IDPs, distributing essential relief items. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-reiterates-commitment-to-resettle-idps/

Coscharis Group founder, Dr. Cosmas Maduka, has lamented on how the opportunity to invest in the invention of Flutterwave passed him by, as the brand becomes largest in Africa and globally recognized trusted and stable fintech establishment. Speaking at the company’s 10th anniversary Gala Night at the prestigious ‘The Delboriugh Lagos’, the Coscharis boss said, […] How did I miss investing in Flutterwave – Coscharis boss Maduka expresses regret

Counsels to former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, have condemned what they described as an “unlawful attempted arrest” of the former governor by security operatives upon his arrival in Abuja on Monday afternoon. In a statement issued on Thursday, February 12, 2026, and signed by Ubong Esop Akpan of The Chambers of Ubong […]

Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN), leading diversified pan-African food and agro-allied group, officially opens entries for the 5 th Edition of its annual Prize for Innovation (PFI 5.0). Building on a five-year legacy of driving transformation across Nigeria’s agricultural value chain, the 2026 edition, themed “Innovative Practices in Cassava Production and Processing,” focuses on advancing […]

The Portuguese is a leading contender to replace Dyche, having previously worked under Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis at Greek club Olympiacos. The post Nottingham Forest close in on Pereira appointment after sacking Dyche appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria has been widely recognised as having one of the biggest sports betting markets in Sub-Saharan Africa, both in terms of revenue and participation. In recent years, the industry has…

What would have been a routine birthday celebration became a powerful advocacy moment as Mrs. Osunkemitan Oyeyemi Olalude, Iyaloja Akede of Ataoja International Market, Osogbo, transformed her special day into…

Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, has clarified that the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) does not require internet service to function on election day. Yakubu made the clarification in a video currently circulating online, following renewed public concerns that poor network coverage in some parts of Nigeria could disrupt […]

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has said he is inspired by the conferment of LEADERSHIP Newspaper award on him to make impactful laws and effective representation. Kalu stated this after he received the LEADERSHIP Newspaper Legislator of the Year 2025 Award in Abuja on Thursday. “I feel inspired because nations […]

Former Governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has described Nigeria as a “rich country” that politicians have turned into a crime scene, citing mismanagement of public resources as a key challenge. The post Obi describes Nigeria as ‘rich country’ politicians have turned to ‘crime scene’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

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He noted that while the Federal Ministry of Health has already provided its position on the ban, the regulatory agency is yet to respond to an inquiry sent by the OSGF in November. The post FG clarifies stance on sachet alcohol ban enforcement appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Rivers State government has launched a marine ambulance system to cater for emergency healthcare needs of people living in riverine and hard-to-reach communities in the state. Speaking during the launch in Port Harcourt on Thursday, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, described the deployment of the boat ambulances as a principled and strategic […]