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Nigeria has hired a United States lobbying and public affairs firm in a $9 million contract to communicate its security efforts and response to violence affecting Christian communities to policymakers in Washington. Documents filed with the US Department of Justice The post FG hires US lobbyist for $9m to communicate Christian protection efforts to US appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Toronto police have arrested a 38-year-old Nigerian caregiver, Oghenemaro Dave Ejerua, in connection with a series of alleged assaults at an East Toronto group home for vulnerable adults. The suspect was taken into custody last week after police investigated multiple reports of residents being assaulted at the facility. According to authorities, the incidents reportedly occurred […] Nigerian caregiver arrested in Toronto over alleged assault

A group under the aegis of Edo Civil Society Organizations, EDOCSO, has given a 7-day ultimatum to the Edo State Government and the State’s Commissioner of Police to release the remanded 52 anti-kidnapping protesters from the Correctional Centre. The Secretary General of the organisation, Leftist Godspower Okumbor, made the call in a statement to newsmen […] AAU students: CSO gives Gov Okpebholo, police 7-day ultimatum to release 52 remanded protesters

Nigeria’s Port Economic Regulator, the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), has directed all shipping companies, shipping agents, and terminals operating within Nigerian ports to suspend and refrain from implementing any review… The post Nigerian Shippers’ Council Orders Shipping Companies To Suspend Charges Review, Engage Stakeholders appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Senior Partner at AB & David Africa, David Ofosu-Dorte, says the John Dramani Mahama administration has performed creditably in its first year in office by stabilising key sectors of the economy and halting further decline following a difficult economic period. He made the assessment during a roundtable discussion on John Mahama 2.0: Thematic Assessment of […]

A cleric and leader of the Igbo Re-Invention Movement, IRM, Dr. Iwuchukwu Ezenwafor, has attributed what he described as the long-standing challenges facing the Igbo people to colonial-era prejudice, misrepresentation and a perceived spiritual dislocation. The post How colonial legacy, identity crisis  caused Igbo challenges — Cleric appeared first on Vanguard News.

Lagos State Government has apprehended a Bus Rapid Transit, BRT, driver in connection with the death of a pedestrian, identified as Elizabeth Fresh, who was struck by a high-capacity bus at Airport Junction, Ikeja. The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority, LAMATA, confirmed that the fatal accident occurred on Friday, January 9, 2026, involving a bus […] Lagos govt arrests BRT driver after pedestrian fatality at Ikeja Airport Junction

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, ATBU, Bauchi branch, has demanded a public retraction and resignation of former Bauchi State Governor, Malam Isa Yuguda, as Chairman of the Governing Council of the National Open University of Nigeria, NOUN, over comments it described as an affront to university autonomy and academic […] ‘Contempt for professors’ – Withdraw comments, quit as NOUN Pro-Chancellor – ASUU tells Isa Yuguda

Tinubu gave the charge at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) Gala and Award Night held on Tuesday in Abuja. The post AFCRD 2026: Tinubu charges Armed Forces to uphold unity, democracy appeared first on Vanguard News.

 The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) has insisted on continuing its indefinite national strike, in spite of the Federal Government’s ‘no work, no pay’ policy. The post ‘No work, no pay’ policy: JOHESU insists on continuing strike appeared first on Vanguard News.

Recent filings from Morgan Stanley, as well as updated research from Goldman Sachs, show how traditional finance is looking to position itself for the next phase of crypto growth. The post From Wall Street to Web3: Bitcoin VIP reviews Goldman’s top crypto picks for the years ahead appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola (left) presenting a souvenir to the Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Command (FOC-WNC), Rear Admiral Abdullahi Mustapha during… The post Nigerian Navy, NIMASA  To Deepen Partnership On Hydrography, Wreck Removal appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Eleven cities in the United States are ready to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup that is expected to attract over 10 million visitors this summer. While U.S. host cities like Los Angeles, Miami, New York and San Francisco are world-famous, lesser-known U.S. cities are primed to host soccer fans during the largest sporting event [...]

The president paid glowing tributes to the fallen heroes who paid the supreme prices in defence of the nation, noting that their names were etched not only on monuments but in the hearts of Nigerians.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles face Morocco’s Atlas Lions in the 2025 AFCON semi-final tonight in Rabat, a highly anticipated clash dubbed the “mother of all battles.” The winner progresses to the The post Chelle unfazed by ‘biggest test’ Morocco in Rabat showdown appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Alex Iwobi has  hailed coach Eric Chelle for creating a team spirit which has taken the Super Eagles to the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations only two months after The post Iwobi lauds Eagles’  team spirit ahead of semi-final test appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Galatasaray attacker, Victor Osimhen is set to captain the Super Eagles when they face hosts Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations today in Rabat. The The post Osimhen to captain Eagles as Chelle bemoans Ndidi’s absence appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

 Following a master class performance against Algeria, the Nigerian national team is being hailed for a return to the “Nigerian spirit” that defined the Super Eagles’ historic glory days. Speaking The post Moshood tips ‘resurgent’ Super Eagles to subdue Atlas Lions appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) has dismissed fears of possible biased officiating when the Super Eagles lock horns with hosts Atlas Lions of Morocco The post Morocco vs. Nigeria: NFF quashes fears of manipulative officiating   appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The marketing partner of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Pamodzi Sports Marketing Company, has  warned  Airtel Nigeria  to stop ambushing the sponsorship rights  belonging  to MTN Nigeria. According to the CEO of Padmozi, MTN Nigeria The post Super Eagles: Pamodzi flays ambush marketing of MTN Nigeria sponsorship rights appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Super Eagles will seek to play in their second Africa Cup of Nations final in as many editions when they play hosts, Morocco, in Rabat  tonight.  The match kicks off The post AFCON on SuperSport: Morocco Await Nigeria While Senegal Face Egypt appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed Ghana’s Daniel Nii Laryea as  the centre when Nigeria and Morocco clash in their  semi-final  match  at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tonight. The encounter The post CAF Confirms Ghana’s Laryea for Morocco, Nigeria semi-finals appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

When Mohamed Salah leads out Egypt in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final against Senegal, he will feel both the weight of expectation from his nation and his The post Egypt vs. Senegal: Salah-Mane rivalry renewed in AFCON semi-finals appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has announced the sale of registration forms for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, and Direct Entry, DE, admissions for the 2026/2027 academic session. The Board made this announcement in a post on its X handle on Tuesday night. The photo statement signed by its Registrar, Ishaq […] JAMB begins sale of 2026 UTME, Direct Entry forms

Morocco coach Walid Regragui has poured cold water on conspiracy theorists who suggest referees have been favouring the home team at the Africa Cup of Nations. Some broadcast pundits and The post Morocco coach slams refereeing conspiracy theorists appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Eritrea is set to play its first football international in more than six years after entering the preliminaries for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations finals, to be played in The post Eritrea set for international comeback with AFCON 2027 Prelims  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Some Businesses are turning down mobile money payments from consumers as cases of MoMo fraud continue to rise across the country.

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan hailed the quality on display at the Africa Cup of Nations as his side readied to play in today’s semi-final, calling the month-long event ​in Morocco The post Egypt boss Hassan hails standard of ‘ferocious’ AFCON appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Who is Keith Urban dating now? Explore the country singer’s current relationship status, past romances, and high-profile love life over the years.

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has fired a decisive shot at age falsification and poor athlete data management with the launch of a ground-breaking partnership with Roster Athletics. Under The post AFN partners  Roster Athletics to end age cheating scourge appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigerian winger Sani Suleiman has completed his switch to German Bundesliga side RB Leipzig and has been officially unveiled by the club. The 19-year-old Nigeria U-20 international joins Leipzig from The post Ex-NPFL Star Suleiman moves to  RB Leipzig appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Oyo State Police Command has successfully rescued a 60-year-old kidnap victim, Isiaku Saidu, and arrested a three-member kidnapping syndicate. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-60-year-old-kidnap-victim-arrest-murder-suspects-in-oyo/

JAN 14 – One day the mighty data centre could be toppled into obsolescence by the humble smartphone, said Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas on a recent podcast. Speaking to host Prakhar Gupta, the AI chief argued that people will eventually use powerful, personalised AI tools that will be able to run on the hardware already […]

The gun has gone off early, and Nigerian athletics is already sprinting into a defining year. With a packed 2026 calendar that stretches across continents and competitions, the Athletics Federation The post Okowa upbeat as AFN sets the pace for a blockbuster season appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigerian coach Aliyu Zubair has continued his remarkable rise in African football, guiding Telecom SC of Egypt to their first-ever quarter-final appearance in the Egyptian Cup. Telecom secured the historic The post Zubair guides Telecom  to historic Egyptian Cup’s quarter-finals  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.