Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has said the developmental strides of President Bola Tinubu in the South East region have endeared him to the people of the zone and will attract massive votes for him at the 2027 general election. Umahi made the assertion at his country home in Uburu, Ohaozara local government area […]

Nigeria has halted the plan to hand over 10,000 hectares of land to Cameroon, Hon. Victor Abang, the lawmaker representing Ikom/Boki in Cross River State, has said. The legislator announced the decision at a town‑hall meeting and constituency briefing held at Keyang 2 in Boki local government area yesterday. Abang explained that the proposed transfer stemmed […]

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike assures residents of peaceful elections and continued FCT development in his New Year message, outlining key projects. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-year-wike-urges-residents-to-support-peaceful-elections-ongoing-developments/

Actress Nancy Isime has announced a break from social media, citing a desire to focus on her happiness and peace. The 34-year-old, who is currently in Mauritius, made the announcement The post Nancy Isime announces break from social media appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

…Market Cap rises by N36trn, highest annual increase on record Nigeria’s stock market delivered a historic triumph in 2025, with equities surging 51.19 per cent despite fierce headwinds from Naira devaluation, soaring inflation, and global economic pressures—outpacing the previous year’s 37.65 per cent gain. Market capitalisation rocketed by a record N36.62 trillion to reach N99.4 […]

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged residents of the state to remain composed and united despite heightened political tension. The governor assured that his administration will neither be distracted nor cowed by what he termed the “sounds of war”. Fubara gave the assurance in his New Year message to the people of Rivers State […] Ignore ‘sounds of war’, embrace peace – Fubara tell Rivers people in New Year message

The governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has approved the establishment of the Gombe State Electricity Regulatory Commission (GOSERC) and the Gombe State Information Technology and Digital Economy Commission (GIDTEC), in a move to strengthen regulation, drive innovation and deepen economic transformation in the state. The secretary to the state government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar […]

A former Ogun lawmaker, Jelili Amusan, is mobilising grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ogun-ex-lawmaker-mobilises-grassroots-support-for-tinubus-re-election/

Legit.ng presents a full list of the public holidays the federal government will declare in 2026. These include Easter, Eid-el-Fitri, Democracy Day, and Christmas.

The Reds will be hoping that they can have a better second half of the campaign given their stuttering performances. Liverpool’s Premier League title defence is over as they’re 13… The post Liverpool Predicted Starting Line-Up vs Leeds United appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 matches are confirmed, featuring Nigeria against Mozambique and Algeria facing DR Congo after the thrilling group stage.

Knorr, a seasoning brand under Unilever Nigeria Plc, has kicked off its annual “Share the Good” campaign across markets and communities nationwide as part of its festive season outreach. The campaign, which targets 30 communities and 21 markets, has so far been carried out in Enugu, Anambra, Imo, Ibadan, Akure and Benin City. Markets covered […]

The ban was announced in a statement released by f the State Commander of the Hisbah Commission, Dr. Muhammad Yawudi Kale. It was also approved by the Chairman of the Yobe State Hisbah Commission, Dr. Yahuza Hamza Abubakar.

A significant transformation is underway in the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) following Transgrid Enerco Limited acquisition of a 60 per cent controlling interest in the company. In the coming weeks, the company will transition into a range of new deals that would involve capital investment in infrastructure projects to achieve a wide range of […]

Lagos-based industrialist and Chairman of Eleganza Group of Companies, Dr Razaq Akanni Okoya, has launched a one-week free medical outreach to boost community health and productivity around his business hub in Ajah, Lagos, as part of his 86th birthday celebrations in January 2026. Dubbed “Okoya @ 86 Medical Outreach,” the initiative underscores Okoya’s business philosophy […]

Reigning champions Ivory Coast pipped Cameroon to top spot in their group after Algeria maintained their perfect record as the first round of the Africa Cup of Nations concluded on… The post Ivory Coast Top African Cup Of Nations Group Ahead Of Cameroon appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The University of The Gambia has renamed its School of Agriculture and Environmental Services after former President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to agricultural transformation, food security, and sustainable development across Africa. The decision was announced in a statement issued on Wednesday, noting that […]

Bendel Insurance players have been urged to maintain their discipline ahead of the second stanza of the Nigeria Premier Football League,.NPFL. General Manager of the club, Charles Ihimekpen, gave the advice in a statement marking the end of the first stanza. Ihimekpen enjoined the players to return refreshed for the second half of the campaign. […] NPFL: Bendel Insurance demand discipline from players in second round

Several people have been feared dead and many others injured after a devastating fire broke out during a New Year celebration at an Alpine ski resort in southern Switzerland. According to the spokesperson for the Valais police, Gaetan Lathion, the incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the Le Constellation […]

Nigeria will face Mozambique in the Round of 16 stage at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 following the completion of the group stage fixtures of the tournament on Wednesday. The Super Eagles, who finished top of Group C with a flawless record, will take on the Mambas in Fez on Monday as […]

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of Evans Eshun, known as Ebo Noah, amid cyber monitoring ahead of 31st night religious services.

Southampton are close to signing Bayern Munich-owned goalkeeper Daniel Peretz on loan in the January transfer window. The 25-year-old is currently on loan at SV Hamburg, but Bayern are looking… The post Bayern Munich-Owned Goalkeeper Daniel Peretz Set To Join Southampton On Loan appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, through his investment vehicle, Heirs Holdings, and its subsidiary, Heirs Energies Ltd, has emerged as the largest shareholder in Seplat Energy Plc, following the acquisition of a 20.07 per cent equity stake from Etablissements Maurel & Prom S.A. (M&P) in a deal valued at $496m. The transaction was disclosed […]

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has identified three teammates poised to contribute goals and assists for the Super Eagles in the knockout stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Morocco. Nigeria will face Mozambique in the last-16 match on Monday after topping Group C with a perfect 9 points, following a 3-1 victory […] AFCON: Osimhen names 3 players who can get goals, assists for Nigeria

A 48-year-old Nigerian woman shares how relocating to the UK brought an identity crisis, emotional struggles, and reliance on her beauty business.

The Ondo State Police Command has condemned an attack on the Ipele Divisional Police Headquarters in Ondo State. The Police Command in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the incident happened at about 9:41 p.m on New Year Eve, December 31, 2025. Abayomi said preliminary reports indicated […]

Abuja-based human rights activist and lawyer, Barrister Deji Adeyanju, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over the enforcement of the controversial Tax Reform Laws, describing the move as “an insult to the Nigerian nation and the concept of rule of law.” Adeyanju made the remark in a post on his verified Facebook page on Thursday, faulting […]

Nigeria forward and 2024 African Player of the Year, Ademola Lookman, has expressed disappointment over the decision to change the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from its traditional two-year cycle to a four-year format, describing it as ‘shameful’ and ‘a disappointment’. Reacting after Nigeria’s perfect run in the group stage of the AFCON 2025 in […]

Federal Government denies plans to monitor bank accounts for tax; small businesses earning below ₦12 million exempt from income tax under new reforms.

Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, says Nigeria with over 200 million people, majority of whom are energetic, creative, and forward-looking youths with enormous potential in the area of agriculture, mineral resources, oil, tourism, and a positive climate, is destined to be great. Saraki said this in his New Year message to Nigerians on Thursday. He […] New Year: Nigeria destined to be great – Saraki

Suspected terrorists have attacked the Ipele community in the Owo local government area of Ondo State on Wednesday night, setting the Divisional Police Station ablaze and sending residents fleeing in panic. LEADERSHIP gathered that no fewer than 20 assailants stormed the town in commando-style around 10 p.m., firing sporadically and targeting the police facility, which […]

Enzo Maresca is ‘highly likely’ to leave Chelsea on Thursday (January 1) after a ‘complete breakdown in his relationship with the club’. This is according to a shock report from… The post Enzo Maresca Is ‘Highly Likely’ To Leave Chelsea Today (January 1) appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A pastor who left Deeper Life Church has opened up about how much he earned monthly as a cleric. He opened up about the evils that made him leave the church.

A Labour Party faction responds to Peter Obi’s defection to the ADC, describing the move as expected and no cause for alarm for the party’s stability. Read More: https://punchng.com/peter-obis-defection-to-adc-no-cause-for-alarm-lp-faction/

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of self-acclaimed prophet, Evans Eshun, popularly known as Ebo Noah, whose apocalyptic prophecies and ark project have stirred widespread controversy in recent months. In a statement published on its official website on Wednesday, the police said Eshun was arrested by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Cyber […]

  There was panic on Wednesday evening in Ondo State when suspected bandits attacked a police station in the Ipele-Owo community in Owo Local Government Area of the state. The incident, which occurred while Christians were preparing to go to church for crossover services, threw the community into pandemonium, as officers at the station and […] The post Residents, Officers Flee As Bandits Attack Police Station In Ondo appeared first on OsunDefender.