Abia State government has reacted to the arrest of Staff Sergeant Amoke Simon, a personnel of Nigerian Army, who was last week promised medical support by Governor Alex Otti. According to the Abia State government, information from military authorities revealed that the soldier was arrested in connection with a fraud he allegedly ‘perpetrated some time […] Abia Govt confirms arrest of Nigerian Army personnel after medical offer by Gov Otti

Discover the top 10 happiest countries in 2026. See why Finland ranks number one and which other nations made the list based on the World Happiness Report. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-top-10-happiest-countries-in-2026/

Sokoto Governor Ahmad Aliyu declares promoting Islamic affairs a top priority, pledging state support for Ramadan Tafseer and other religious activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/promoting-islamic-affairs-remains-one-of-my-priorities-sokoto-gov/

A fire outbreak at Akolapo Plaza in Ilorin, Kwara State, was contained by firefighters. The blaze, linked to a solar power fault, affected one shop. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-guts-two-storey-building-in-kwara/

Discover the story of a grandson uncovering secrets left behind by his grandmother, revealing a neighborhood's dark past entwined with her hidden experiences.

A Nigerian doctor has reacted to social media influencer Blessing CEO's bold claim about battling stage 4 breast cancer as he shared his observations.

Veteran rapper Ruggedman has faulted the categorisation of African music under one fit-all “genre”, Afrobeats. Speaking in a recent interview with Day Genius, Ruggedy Baba said he had always opposed the term but was accused of being jealous of Afrobeats singers. He argued that Afrobeats is not a genre but a “name” talentless Nigerians hide […] Talentless Nigerians hide behind Afrobeats – Ruggedman

The Abia State Government clarifies the arrest of an injured soldier, Amoke Simon, for alleged fraud shortly after receiving medical support from Governor Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-says-injured-soldier-arrested-after-visiting-otti/

A Nigerian national, Chukwuemeka Ahanonu, has been handed a life sentence for the killing of a 56-year-old woman he attacked on a street in Leicester after crashing his vehicle while under the influence of cannabis. According to a report by Leicestershire Police, the 24-year-old assaulted Nila Patel on June 24, 2025, along Infirmary Road. He […] UK court jails Nigerian man for life over Leicester street murder

A Cambodian court has upheld a 14-year prison sentence for two journalists jailed for treason over a photo posted from a restricted border area with Thaila Read More: https://punchng.com/cambodia-court-upholds-14-years-jail-for-journalists-over-border-photo/

​Three youth leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Ogbadibo Local Government Area of Benue State have lost their lives in a tragic motor accident while travelling to Lafia, Nasarawa State, to attend the party’s North Central Zonal Congress. The victims have been identified as Hon. Anawo Benjamin of Orokam Ward 3, Hon. Ogbe […] Three Benue APC youth leaders die in auto crash en-route party congress

Get your Nigerian news recap. A man is jailed for life in the UK, PDP factions resume peace talks, and Victor Osimhen returns from his injury. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-nigerian-jailed-for-life-in-uk-pdp-factions-open-peace-talks-osimhen-returns-from-injury/

The Commission’s Chairman, Dr. Musiliu Oseni described the initiative as a major step in Nigeria’s transition to a multi-level electricity market. The post NERC, State Regulators Inaugurate FONER To Improve Electricity Regulation   appeared first on Channels Television.

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja Nigeria’s total capital importation in Quarter 4 2025 stood at US$6,443.48 million, higher than US$5,089.16 million recorded in Q4 2024, indicating an increase of 26.61% on a year on year basis, latest report from the National Bureau of Statistics(NBS) has said. The report further said when compared to the preceding quarter, [...]

The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has acknowledged the judgment of the Federal High Court in Lagos over its regulatory action against Union Bank of Nigeria Plc, UBN, in 2024. The apex bank, in a statement, noted it is in the process of obtaining the Certified True Copy of the judgment and will review it […] CBN assures stability of Union Bank after court ruling

A Nigerian national based in the United States, Ayobami Omoniyi, has been sentenced to two years and six months in prison over his role in a multimillion-dollar wire fraud scheme. The 26-year-old, who held a U.S. Green Card, was convicted for laundering proceeds of fraud through an unlicensed money transmitting operation, according to a statement […] US-based Nigerian, Omoniyi lands in jail for multimillion-dollar wire fraud

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja In a renewed effort to enlighten Nigerians especially those in the rural areas, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the National Orientation Agency have agreed to embark on massive enlightenment campaigns to combat illegal schemes. During the signing ceremony in Abuja Wednesday, Director General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama stressed [...]

The US leader's comments came after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that "we do not intend to negotiate". The post Iran ‘Afraid’ To Admit It Wants A Deal, Says Trump appeared first on Channels Television.

Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AfricAI, a Nigeria-based company with a regional remit and presence across 18 African countries, to improve foundational education in Africa through a large-scale digital learning initiative. Under the MoU, Alef Education and AfricAI will launch ‘NextGen Learning Nigeria,’ […] The post Alef Education Signs MoU with AfricAI to Advance Digital Learningin Nigeria through ‘NextGen Learning Nigeria’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested three suspected criminals accused of impersonating security personnel to gain access to residential estates and vandalise vehicles across the state. The suspects, Obinna Okeke (27), Emmanuel Anyanwu (38) and Joshua Nkemdirim (31), were apprehended in the early hours of Tuesday during a coordinated operation by police [...]

FIFA’s Ethics Committee opens formal proceedings against three FECOFOOT officials for alleged financial misconduct involving the misuse of FIFA funds. Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-probes-congolese-fa-boss-two-others-over-financial-misconduct/

Troops have restored normalcy after a clash broke out at Iware market in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State. The development was contained in a post shared on Thursday on X by security analyst, Zagazola Makama. According to security sources cited in the post, the incident happened around 2:45 p.m. on March 24 following […] Troops restore calm after Taraba market clash

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 35-year-old man, Chukwudalu Ezeani, for allegedly killing his cousin, 52-year-old Chinedu Ezeani, and concealing the body in a shallow grave at his residence in Afube village, Amichi, Nnewi South Local Government Area. The incident reportedly occurred on August 1, 2025, around 8 p.m., but the crime remained [...]

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 35-year-old man, Chukwudalu Ezeani, for allegedly killing his cousin, 52-year-old Chinedu Ezeani, and concealing the body in a shallow grave at his residence in Afube village, Amichi, Nnewi South Local Government Area. The incident reportedly occurred on August 1, 2025, around 8 p.m., but the crime remained [...]

Maduro, 63, and wife Cilia Flores have been held in a Brooklyn jail for almost three months after American commandos snatched the pair from their compound in Caracas in early January. The post Venezuela’s Maduro back in US court after stunning capture appeared first on Vanguard News.

As of March 2026, NELFUND has disbursed over N206 billion in student loans to more than 1.16 million beneficiaries in public tertiary institutions The post Loan: Students allege inconsistency in payment of upkeep allowance  appeared first on Vanguard News.

A national survey by Fox News shows declining approval for US President Donald Trump amid growing opposition to the country’s military action in Iran. According to the poll, 42 percent of voters support the current US military action against Iran, while 58 percent oppose it, including nearly four in ten who are strongly opposed. Support […] Republicans desert Trump as approval drops over Iran war

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has secured the conviction of two men for trafficking eight children, including some of their biological offspring, for exploitation in Cross River State. The convicts, Mabum Arisha and Mutashu Mabum, both from Mfom 1 Village in Ogoja Local Government Area, were on Monday found guilty [...]

Rangers are looking to make Emmanuel Fernandez the most expensive outgoing transfer in the history of the club, DAILY POST reports. Fernandez arrived the Ibrox as a little-known figure from English League One club, Peterborough United last summer. The defender has, however, caught the attention of the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal and Bayern Munich following […] Transfer: Rangers set record asking price for Fernandez

His stance comes as global economies are experiencing energy disruptions from the war between Israel and the US and Iran. The post Israel-Iran War Has Opened Commercial Opportunities For Nigeria — NNPC appeared first on Channels Television.

A United Kingdom court has sentenced a 24-year-old Nigerian, Chukwuemeka Ahanonu, to life imprisonment for the murder of a 56-year-old woman, Nila Patel, following a violent attack in Leicester. It was gathered from Leicestershire Police that the incident occurred on June 24, 2025, along Infirmary Road after the convict crashed his car while allegedly under [...]

Apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has lauded President Bola Tinubu for the completion of the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway project. Ohanaeze said the reopening scheduled for March 31, 2026 has ended the persistent cries for attention. According to Ohanaeze Ndigbo, for over twenty-four years, the Enugu-Onitsha route has been a perilous burden and a grave danger […] Enugu-Onitsha Highway: Tinubu has ended decades of unfulfilled electoral promises – Ohanaeze

The resolution spearheaded by Ghana, received 123 votes in favour while three countries: Argentina, Israel and the United States voted against and 52 abstained...

Postecoglou oversaw the end of Spurs' 17-year wait for a major trophy when they beat Manchester United in the 2025 Europa League final. The post Postecoglou ‘not done yet’ as he watches Spurs and Forest battle relegation appeared first on Vanguard News.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls for the release of 118 detained UN staff globally, highlighting a significant increase in arrests in 2025. Read More: https://punchng.com/un-urges-immediate-release-of-118-detained-staff-worldwide/

According to him, disagreements are expected in a party of APC’s size, particularly when multiple aspirants are jostling for positions. The post ‘It’s nothing to worry about’  -  Felix Morka downplays Oyo APC crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.