A 38-year-old Nigerian national, Samuel Ogun, has been arrested in Faridabad, Haryana, over allegations of defrauding several women through matrimonial websites. Ogun, who reportedly operated under the alias Stepney Derick, was apprehended by operatives of the Cybercrime Branch of the Noida Police, according to authorities. Police said at least two victims had formally lodged complaints, [...]

Iran fired a missile on Saturday targeting the Dimona nuclear area in southern Israel, in retaliation for the attack on its Natanz nuclear site hours earlier. The Israeli army confirmed the “direct impact of an Iranian missile” on a building in the city. Dozens have been reported wounded, with emergency operations ongoing. Dimona hosts Israel’s […] Iran hits Israel’s Dimona nuclear area in retaliation

In response to the deaths and fear, Mr Mado said health officials have mobilised to the scene to identify the source of the outbreak. The post Three underage siblings die of ‘strange disease’ in Kano appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

No fewer than eight suspected bandits have reportedly been killed after an Improvised Explosive Device they allegedly planted for security operatives detonated along Lukope Road in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. A counter-insurgency expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, disclosed this in a post shared on X on Saturday. According to [...]

The Jehovah’s Witnesses have updated their long-standing position on blood transfusions, allowing members to use their own stored blood during medical procedures such as planned surgeries. As reported by Vanguard newspaper, under the revised guideline, adherents may undergo autologous transfusion, a process involving the removal, storage, and reinfusion of a patient’s own blood. However, the [...]

Saudi Arabia on Saturday ordered an Iranian diplomat and three members of his team to leave the country, as the kingdom and its Gulf neighbours face Iranian strikes in retaliation for US-Israeli attacks. The post Saudi Arabia expels Iran military attache appeared first on Vanguard News.

Filling stations across Nigeria, including outlets operated by MRS Oil Nigeria Plc, have increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit following a fresh price adjustment by the Dangote Refinery. The adjustments came less than 24 hours after the 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery raised its gantry price of petrol by N70 to about N1,245 per litre on [...]

Everton beat Chelsea 3-0, compounding a miserable week for the Blues. Beto scored twice and Iliman Ndiaye added a third to boost Everton’s top-five hopes. Read More: https://punchng.com/beto-scores-brace-as-everton-beat-struggling-chelsea-3-0/

In a commanding display of cricket, Rwanda Women’s U-19 team secured a significant victory over Zimbabwe Women’s U-19 by 60 runs in Match 4 of the ongoing tournament. This win comes on the heels of Rwanda’s impressive performance against Ghana, showcasing their growing prowess in the sport. Winning the toss and opting to bat first, […]

Goals from Beto and Iliman Ndiaye boosted Everton’s chances of European qualification while denting Chelsea’s hopes of securing Champions League football next season. Having scored in each half, Beto became the first Everton player to score twice in one match at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium, with Ndiaye sealing victory late in the second half. […]

This awards season, Don Julio 1942, the pinnacle of premium tequila, brings its signature sophistication and craftsmanship to the forefront with a special edition of its iconic Don’s Table, a prestigious cultural experience designed to honour the legacy of Nigerian cinema and TV. The evening was intimate, intentional, and glamorous, bringing together some of Nollywood’s […] Nollywood stars, filmmakers shine as Don Julio 1942 holds special edition of the Don’s Table

Queens Park Rangers produced a ruthless display to thrash struggling Portsmouth 6-1 at Loftus Road. The hosts raced into a three-goal lead inside 29 minutes through a Paul Smyth double, scored either side of a long-range effort from Rayan Kolli. Portsmouth pulled one back before the break through John Swift, but Kolli struck again early […]

Olympic champion Lin Yu-ting has been cleared to fight in the women’s category by World Boxing after undergoing the governing body’s new sex test. The 30-year-old won women’s featherweight gold for Chinese Taipei at the 2024 Olympics in Paris but, alongside Algeria’s welterweight champion Imane Khelif, became embroiled in an eligibility row. Both Lin and […]

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, has warned that he will not hesitate to dissolve the state task force if any of its personnel is found guilty of violating human rights. The post Lagos CP threatens to dissolve task force over rights violations appeared first on Vanguard News.

Japan beat hosts Australia 1-0 to claim their third Women’s Asian Cup title in front of a tournament record crowd of 74,397 at Stadium Australia in Sydney. The end-to-end encounter between sides packed full of Women’s Super League talent was settled by a moment of superb individual quality from Tottenham loanee Maika Hamano, who arrowed […]

Robert Mueller, the former FBI director who led the investigation into Trump-Russia campaign ties, has died at age 81, prompting a response from Trump. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-fbi-chief-who-probed-russia-trump-campaign-ties-dies-at-81/

Defending champion Jeremiah Azu narrowly missed out on a medal in “one of the best 60m races of all time” at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Poland. Twelve months after claiming the first global title of his career with world indoor gold in China, Azu missed out on a return to the podium by […]

Former Rep. Rotimi Makinde announces his intention to return to the National Assembly, citing an unfinished mission for Ife Federal Constituency. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ex-rep-plans-return-to-nassembly/

The combined security teams have secured the release of the remaining two cocoa farmers who were abducted during a visit to the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN) in Ibadan on Saturday. It was gathered that the police were able to secure the release of two of the four victims, as well as the arrest […]

He said the victim was abducted at his residence in Durya village of Kibiya Local Government Area and all hands are on deck to rescue him safely.

Veteran actor Jide Kosoko has weighed in on the heated debate about dancing to promote movies, sharing his candid views on Funke Akindele's strategy

Chelsea and Liverpool suffered away defeats in the Premier League on Saturday evening, as the race for Champions League places continues. The Blues were thrashed 3-0 by Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in the late kick-off. Beto opened the scoring in the first half, before adding a second after the break. Iliman Ndiaye then […] EPL: Liverpool, Chelsea stumble in race for Champions League spots

Kwara United have received a significant boost ahead of their crucial Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 31 fixture, with forward Junior Aimufua declared fit and available for selection. The Harmony Boys are set to face Remo Stars this Sunday in Ikenne, and Aimufua’s return from injury could prove vital in their fight for survival. […]

Manchester United are set to make a formal complaint to the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) following what they perceive as “astonishing” and “baffling” inconsistencies in refereeing decisions during their 2-2 draw with Bournemouth on Friday night. The club was left incensed after two penalties were awarded against them, while a seemingly similar incident […]

It was also learnt that the police arrested three suspected kidnappers in connection with the incident. The post Two Remaining Kidnapped Cocoa Farmers Regain Freedom, Suspects Arrested appeared first on Channels Television.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Suburban Broadband (SPV) to transform the Jabi Lake Waterfront into a world-class luxury destination, a project the minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, said must be delivered with transparency, sustainability, and excellence. The historic agreement, signed at the FCT minister’s office, […]

Liverpool suffer a 2-1 defeat to Brighton, marking their 10th Premier League loss this season, as manager Arne Slot cites injury issues impacting their title defence

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has described representing Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as the proudest moment of his playing career, calling the tournament a vibrant “football festival” that unites the continent. The post Representing Nigeria at AFCON is proudest moment of my career – Troost-Ekong appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Eko Electricity Distribution Company, EKEDC, has confirmed a power outage affecting parts of Lagos State following a fire outbreak along the Lekki-Epe Expressway. In a statement, the company attributed the disruption to an accident involving a moving vehicle and a stationary gas tanker, which triggered a fire that caused extensive damage to critical electricity […] Blackout hits Lagos after tanker fire incident

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has called for a more structured, professional approach to film promotion in Nigeria. Kosoko made the remarks during an interview on the TVC Breakfast Show, where he addressed the growing trend of unconventional marketing strategies in the industry. He noted that while some actors have adopted street dances and social […]

Nigeria’s Information Minister, NIPR President, and others pay tribute to late PR veteran Frank Tamuno-Koko, celebrating his impactful life and legacy. Read More: https://punchng.com/minister-nipr-president-others-eulogise-late-pr-veteran-tamuno-koko/

He said that the individual arrested for driving against traffic was treated in line with the law and due process.

Fulham boosted their European hopes as they fought back to beat Premier League strugglers Burnley at Craven Cottage. A rather uninspiring affair was sparked into life when Burnley forward Zian Flemming swept home Lyle Foster’s cross on the hour mark. But Fulham scored two goals in the space of six minutes to turn the match […]

On 28 December, 2025, Mr Obaseki, a cousin of former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, was dragged from a field where he was assaulted and dragged to the Oba of Benin palace. The post Oba Of Benin Palace Incident: Don Pedro Obaseki demands N500m damages appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Poetry, for centuries, has served as a repository of human thoughts and memory, in which moral values are observed. Within a traditional African setting, poetry is a crucial vehicle in communicating social growth, misgivings, and contemporary issues within the present to reawaken the subconscious in the present and the future. Within these exemplary traditions lies […] The post   Kofi Anyidoho: “See What They’ve Done To Our Sunrise”, By Toyin Falola appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Top envoys for the Group of Seven advanced economies and the European Union on Saturday urged an "immediate and unconditional" end to Iran attacks against allies in the Middle East. The post G7 demands ‘immediate and unconditional’ halt to Iran attacks appeared first on Vanguard News.