A middle-aged ‘patent medicine dealer’ identified as Ofofon has been arrested by security operatives following the alleged killing of a young woman in the Afokang area of Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State. Residents of Afokang Road said the suspect was apprehended in the early hours of Wednesday after local vigilante members reportedly discovered […] Patent Medicine Dealer arrested over alleged murder of woman in Calabar

Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi has described the member representing Hadejia, Auyo and Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibrahim Usman as the worst representative ever produced by the constituency. The governor made the remark on Monday while receiving a delegation from Auyo Local Government Area on a solidarity visit to Government House, Dutse. Namadi […] Gov Namadi slams federal lawmaker over alleged poor performance  

Atiku Abubakar has rejected Babachir Lawal’s allegations, arguing they lacked evidence and were driven by speculation and political disappointment.

Discover the 2026 Global Peace Index, highlighting the 10 most peaceful countries, revealing alarming global trends in conflicts and peace since WWII.

The bear sightings had forced the closure of all 94 public primary and middle schools in the city on Monday and Tuesday. The post Japan City Relieved As Bear Caught After Roaming Streets For Days appeared first on Channels Television.

Borno State government donates N8m and food items to 360 recently freed captives from Boko Haram, offering support and rehabilitation for the victims. Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-donates-n8m-rice-to-360-freed-captives/

as Tinubu govt unveils scorecard, defends reforms …highlights economic gains, 1m student loan beneficiaries, tax reforms, anti-graft successes …Govt is prepared to be judged by evidence,it says By Joseph Erunke,Abuja The Federal Government on Tuesday mounted a robust defence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda, declaring that Nigeria is steadily emerging from economic fragility […] The post Nigeria is moving in the right direction, says FG appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria recorded a strong trade performance in the first quarter of 2026, with its trade surplus soaring to N7.55 trillion, up significantly from the N1.7 trillion recorded in the previous quarter.   The News Chronicle reports that a notable change in the nation’s trade balance was driven mostly by increased crude oil exports and a […]

The General Overseer of the Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention and Deliverance Ministry, Chukwuemeka Cyril Ohanaemere, popularly known as Odumeje has lambasted the President Bola Tinubu government over the deteriorating security crisis in the nation. The clergy, who was addressing his congregation during a live service, lamented that while unsuspecting citizens are being killed and […] Insecurity: President, govs, senators move like they don’t care – Prophet Odumeje spits fire [VIDEO]

Nasarawa Amazons Chairperson, Hajiya Husaina Suleiman Nagogo has rewarded her players for their matchday two win in the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, Super Six playoff against Bayelsa Queens. The Amazons beat the NWFL defending champions 2-1 in Port Harcourt Monday. Nagogo congratulated the players and redeemed her promise of cash rewards for every win in […] NWFL playoff: Nasarawa Amazons players get cash boost for win over Bayelsa Queens

It also claimed that Infantino was “first and foremost” among those who allegedly attempted to block Platini’s candidacy.

His Royal Highness Alhaji Ahmad Tijjani Ibn Saleh, Emir of Gazargamu, has died in Cairo after a prolonged illness, marking a profound loss for Yobe State.

The Executive Chairman of Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Malam Salihu S Abubakar, has said that animal sacrifice has been performed for all pilgrims that paid their Hadaya through the Agency. Malam Salihu made the clarification on Monday, following widespread complaints amongst some pilgrims that they had paid Hadaya but no evidence that rams have […]

Diogo Jota’s widow asks Scotland captain Andrew Robertson to carry her late husband’s World Cup dream, sharing an emotional bond between the former teammat Read More: https://punchng.com/jotas-widow-urges-robertson-to-carry-late-stars-world-cup-dream/

Kano Pillars FC has announced a major restructuring of its technical and support departments ahead of the 2026-27 season. The dissolution also affected all committees and staff appointees of the club.  General Manager of the club, Ahmed Musa, approved the exercise following a management meeting on Monday. The restructuring is aimed at repositioning the club for […] NPFL: Kano Pillars announce major restructuring after escaping relegation

Omoyele Sowore urges the Nigerian government to demolish looters’ assets, arguing that public treasury looting is a form of kidnapping that deprives citize Read More: https://punchng.com/demolish-looters-assets-like-kidnappers-hideouts-sowore-seeks-equal-penalty/

The National Publicity Secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum, Prof. Tukur Mohammed-Baba, has said voters in Northern Nigeria are increasingly dissatisfied with the country’s political leadership and are yet to identify a presidential contender capable of inspiring confidence ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking during an appearance on Arise Television’s PrimeTime programme on Monday, Mohammed-Baba […]

Three passengers died after a train on the Warri–Itakpe corridor derailed in Agbor, Delta State on Monday, prompting emergency rescue operations. The post Presidency confirms three deaths in Warri–Itakpe train derailment appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The ministry says four people died in the incident. The post Senator Dafinone, former Delta SSG on board derailed train – Federal Ministry of Transport appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Manchester United board are ‘optimistic’ of beating Premier League rivals Manchester City to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. The Red Devils’ hierarchy wants to bolster their manager Michael Carrick’s squad ahead of next season and have made Brazil midfielder Ederson their first signing of the summer in a £35m deal with Italian club Atalanta. […] Transfer: Man Utd board optimistic of signing Man City target for Carrick after Ederson deal

Kenya has never recorded a case of Ebola, and many oppose the idea of bringing potential carriers of the highly contagious disease into the country. The post Kenyan Police Fire Tear Gas, Make Arrests At US Ebola Centre Protest appeared first on Channels Television.

****Commission appeals judgement ***ban on indirect primaries fuelled disputes during primaries, IPAC laments From Sodiq Omolaoye, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that recent court rulings affecting aspects of its timetable and schedule of activities for the The post INEC warns Court rulings on election timetable threaten 2027 poll appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The engagement is one of the consultative meetings scheduled by the electoral umpire to review preparations for the Ekiti election.  The post INEC Meets Political Parties, Defends Decision To Appeal Court Ruling On Primary Deadlines appeared first on Channels Television.

One of the medical doctors convicted in the ketamine death case of Hollywood actor Matthew Perry has filed an appeal, claiming he should be treated as a drug dealer rather than a physician. Dr Salvador Plasencia has asked the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit to overturn his 30-month prison sentence and […]

Ondo State Police successfully rescued a 26-year-old woman abducted in Owo, arresting four suspects in connection with the Ondo kidnapping. Investigations Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-kidnapped-woman-arrest-four-suspects-in-ondo/

A two-storey church building undergoing renovation in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State has collapsed. The building, located along Palace Road off Upper Siluko Road, also housed the Faith Above Educational Academy. Visiting the scene of the incident, the The post Tragedy averted as church building collapses in Edo appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Kwara State intensifies menstrual hygiene sensitisation, reaching special needs schools and vulnerable groups to promote health awareness and open conversa Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-takes-menstrual-hygiene-sensitisation-to-special-needs-schools/

Salisu Muhammed, fondly known as Achilata, collapsed during a football training session in Jos North and was later confirmed dead at the hospital.

A fresh internal crisis has erupted in the Kano State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) over the distribution of party positions between long-standing members and new entrants from the Kwankwasiyya Movement. The dispute stems from the implementation of an earlier political arrangement reached after the entry of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and his supporters […]

Candidates express frustration over being excluded from the 2026 Mop-Up UTME despite reporting technical glitches during the initial JAMB examinations.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan secures FG commitment for more CNG stations in Kogi State, addressing acute gas shortages for commercial transport operator Read More: https://punchng.com/natasha-secures-fg-commitment-for-more-cng-stations-in-kogi/

The Cross River State Head of Service, Mr. Orok Bassey Okon, has assured organised labour leaders that the ongoing Audit and Personnel Verification Exercise is designed solely to sanitise the state’s payroll system and not to victimise any worker. Speaking The post C’River Personnel Audit: Exercise not a witch-hunt — HoS appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

‎ ‎The longtime trusted associate of Sean “Diddy” Combs, Kristina Khorram ‎has secured a significant legal victory after a judge dismissed sex trafficking claims against her, according to court documents obtained by TMZ. ‎ ‎ ‎A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge ruled in Kristina’s favour during a hearing in June. The court decided that […]

Nigeria's cooking gas crisis deepens as prices soar to N2,400/kg, forcing households back to charcoal and firewood amidst worsening economic conditions.

Somali referee Omar Artan denied USA visa, will miss 2026 FIFA World Cup. Reasons for denial revealed as he sends a strong message to CAF and FIFA.

Bauchi Police Command recovers a stolen Honda vehicle and arrests three suspects linked to its theft. Learn more about the operation and ongoing investigat Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-three-suspects-recover-stolen-vehicle-in-bauchi/