Sola Onamodu, a Lagos thought leader, has reacted to the Makoko demolition while victims share their painful experiences and the impact on their lives.

Russia rarely comments on its military activity in the Sahel region, where Moscow has been increasing its influence after a slew of anti-Western coups. The post Russia confirms helping to repel Niger airport attack appeared first on Vanguard News.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a counter-affidavit before the Supreme Court of Nigeria in opposition to an appeal instituted by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, arising from proceedings at the Court of Appeal. Court documents sighted in Abuja indicated that the counter-affidavit was deposed to by a Senior Legislative Aide to Senator […]

The operatives of the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 10 persons suspected of involvement in illegal mining activities along the Ilorin-Ogbomosho axis. They were arrested on Sunday, February 1, 2026, following credible intelligence on unlawful mineral excavation and transportation in parts of Kwara and Oyo States, according […]

Nigeria has officially handed over the headquarters for the Africa Energy Bank, paving the way for a June launch to finance oil and gas projects across Afr Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-hands-over-africa-energy-bank-hq-backs-june-take-off/

Lionel Messi is considering a move to Galatasaray, with conditions set for his participation. The 38-year-old star shines in MLS and eyes a World Cup return.

The police spokesperson told NAN that 10 people were earlier arrested in connection with the incident. The post Police arrest coordinator, 2 traditional rulers over killing of 4 in Ebonyi appeared first on Vanguard News.

The leader and former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, on Monday declared that the Nigerian Police Force is a direct reflection of Nigeria’s development,…

A young Nigerian lady has recounted her emotional experience after getting bit by a snake. Netizens reacted massively to the post shared on Facebook.

Aribo adds proven Premier League and Championship pedigree to Leicester’s ranks, having previously turned out for Southampton and Scottish giants Rangers. The post Joe Aribo joins Leicester City on loan appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun has sent a message to David Adelele, popularly known as Davido, following his loss at the Grammy Award ceremony.

Prince Adewole Adebayo, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has called for a shift in Nigeria’s economic direction from oil dependence to agriculture-driven development, saying…

Femi Falana condemns the police for tear-gassing peaceful Makoko protesters, calling the act unconstitutional after visiting injured victims at LASUTH. Read More: https://punchng.com/falana-slams-police-for-tear-gassing-makoko-protesters-visits-injured-victims-at-lasuth/

Gov Nwifuru said during the beneficiaries’ departure from the Chuba Okadigbo Airport, Ezza, that the prosperity of the state depended on deliberate commitment to youth development. The post 47 Ebonyi youths depart for UK on state govt scholarship appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The party directed the National Caretaker Committee to issue detailed guidelines and notices for the congresses, ensuring compliance with the PDP Constitution, INEC regulations, and judicial directives. The post Abdulrahman-Led PDP Schedules National Convention For March 28, 29 appeared first on Channels Television.

The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has raised the alarm over the abduction of 15 married women from Kilakasa village, Dille District, Uba Emirate, Uba/Askira Local Government Area in Southern Borno by Boko Haram... The post Forum raises alarm over fifteen women in terrorist captivity in Southern Borno appeared first on Tribune Online.

Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi had earlier sacked political appointees and dethroned traditional rulers from the Amasiri community over alleged complicity in the violent land dispute. The post Police arrest government official, two traditional rulers over Ebonyi killings appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed the governor of Imo State and chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF), Senator Hope Uzodimma, as chairman of the party’s 73-member Central Coordination Committee for its 2026 National Convention. APC, in a post on its X named the governor of Kwara State and chairman of the Nigeria […]

The Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, has declared Tuesday, February 3, 2026, a work-free day for all categories of civil servants in the public sector across the State. The government said the declaration was aimed at enabling citizens to fully participate in activities lined up to commemorate the historic 50th anniversary of the creation of […]

Former President Muhammadu Buhari served Nigeria from 2015 to 2023 and previously ruled as military head of state between 1983 and 1985. The post Buhari Was Pained By Inability To Do More On Security Before Leaving Office — Gambari appeared first on Channels Television.

The statistics agency said the downward trend was evident across most states and geopolitical zones, although price levels still varied widely depending on location. The post Petrol, cooking gas prices fall year-on-year in December appeared first on Vanguard News.

Six passengers were injured when a Volkswagen commercial bus flipped on its side on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge after its brakes failed. The incident occurred on the Adekunle corridor toward Iyana-Oworonsoki, involving a fully loaded bus (KRD 436 XF) carrying passengers and household goods. The driver lost control, causing the vehicle to overturn. Among the […]

Inconsistent regulations are deterring African energy investors, warns Nigeria’s NUPRC, calling for unified policies to unlock the continent’s potential. Read More: https://punchng.com/regulatory-gaps-scaring-african-energy-investors-nuprc-boss/

The moves come in response to unsubstantiated allegations by Trump in late 2025 that violence in Nigeria amounted to the "persecution" and "genocide" of Christians. The post Tompolo’s associate Tonlagha engages lobbyists to improve US-Nigeria ties appeared first on Vanguard News.

High Chief Hon. Amb. Sobomabo Jackrich, widely known as Egberipapa, has extolled Engr? Matthew Tonlagha as a visionary trailblazer and beacon of hope for the Niger Delta, in a special birthday tribute released on Monday. In a message celebrating the accomplished civil engineer and businessman, Egberipapa highlighted Tonlagha’s dual legacy of corporate excellence and transformative […]

The Africa Prosperity Network has announced the winner of the Make Africa Borderless Now! logo design competition after receiving an overwhelming response from creatives across Africa and the global African diaspora. The Pan-African competition, launched on January 14, 2026, attracted 1,041 entries from designers across all six regions of Africa, East, West, North, South, Central, and the diaspora, also known as Global Africa.

The training being undertaken by the Office of the Vice President through the Presidential Committee on Economic & Financial Inclusion (PreCEFI). The post FG Signs MoU With Six Professional Bodies To Train 10m Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.

The partnership has led to the unveiling of a tech hub, christened Care and Research Development Centre, on campus... The post Covenant varsity, firm partner to bridge tech skills gap appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigerian billionaire Matthew Tonlagha hires US lobbying firm Valcour to improve Nigeria-US ties amid complex political and security challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-billionaire-tonlagha-hires-lobbyists-to-push-nigeria-us-ties/

Nwosu called on his supporters and the people of the area to come out en masse to register with the APC and actively support the party at all levels, from the grassroots to the federal level. The post Ex-gov candidate Uche Nwosu dismisses defection rumour, revalidates APC membership appeared first on Vanguard News.

They spoke at a press conference yesterday in Abuja, on the heels of the penalties handed down by Governor Nwifuru to the Amasiri community following the killing at Okporojo. The post Ebonyi community requests governor Nwifuru to lift ‘siege’ after killings appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike pledges to protect the PDP from ‘vampires’ and closely monitor Oyo State politics, stressing the need for grassroots mobilization. Read More: https://punchng.com/wike-vows-to-protect-pdp-from-vampires-monitor-oyo-politics/

Every administration is ultimately judged by its willingness to confront difficult structural problems. For President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government, tax reform represents one such necessary but challenging intervention, designed not…

Hope was restored for 36-year-old Rebecca Odarquaye, a devoted midwife, through the support of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund after she urgently required GH₵210,840 to undergo a life-saving brain aneurysm surgery.

US President Donald Trump has threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah after he joked about Trump and Jeffrey Epstein at the Grammy Awards.

The workshop is designed to sensitise key stakeholders, including political actors, journalists, social media influencers.... The post Kano: Police partner NGOs to tackle hate speech, fake news appeared first on Tribune Online.