The Nigeria Women’s Football League has stopped  the 2025/26 season in a move aimed at preserving fairness and sporting integrity across the competition. Following the completion of Matchday 7 on The post NWFL adjusts calendar after player availability dispute appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The federal government has unveiled a Unified Housing Delivery Framework to harmonise housing policies and accelerate large-scale housing delivery across states. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who announced the framework on Thursday in Ilorin, Kwara State, at the 14th Meeting of the National Council on Lands, Housing and Urban Development, […]

The University of Calabar has begun laying the foundation for what it hopes will be a landmark edition of the Nigeria University Games Association competition in 2026. After formally receiving The post Calabar gears up for NUGA as UNICAL seals hosting mandate appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria's CVFF portal opens, granting up to $25 million for indigenous shipowners. Minister Oyetola promotes sustainable impact and transparency in financing.

“The crisis is unfolding amid renewed violence in the north which has devastated rural communities, displaced families and destroyed food reserves,” he said.

…Partners REA to power 69,337 households, unlock $27bn in GDP Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago has invited global renewable energy manufacturers to invest in the state, touting its rich deposits of silicon and lithium—key ingredients for solar cells and batteries—as a gateway to local production and massive economic gains. Speaking in Abuja on Thursday, […]

The United States exited the WHO after criticising its COVID-19 response, fulfilling Trump’s pledge and shifting to direct global health partnerships.

“Mathematics is not just a subject; everybody needs it.” The post Tech foundation trains 40 teachers to boost mathematics appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Federal Government has taken a decisive step towards the establishment of an indigenous airline for Edo State, following high-level discussions between the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus… The post Edo State, Aviation Ministry Advance Plans for Indigenous Airline as Keyamo Hosts Governor Okpebholo appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that Nigeria no longer views food security through a narrow agricultural lens, but as a fundamental macroeconomic, security, and governance issue. He said the federal government had begun a multi-dimensional agricultural drive designed to insulate the nation from global shocks while restoring the productivity of its food basket regions. […]

Calabar Rovers FC have moved swiftly to address their struggles in the Nigeria National League by appointing seasoned tactician Abdullahi Umar Tyabo as Technical Adviser. The unveiling at the U.J. The post Rovers reset season with Abdullahi Tyabo’s appointment appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Minister of State for Education, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration, likening its style of governance to a “cartel behaviour.” Nwajiuba, while speaking on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’ on Thursday, accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of presiding over gross incompetence and consolidating political power to corner national resources.  “Who removes […] The post This is not government - Nwajiuba likens Tinubu’s administration to cartel appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club (ANFASSC) has returned to Nigeria following a successful and impactful outing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where the Super The post ANFASSC sets sights on WAFCON in Morocco after successful outing  at AFCON 2025 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

One of the most sought after African awards, the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is back for its 12th edition. With entries now open, the awards continue to spotlight excellence in African film and television while expanding its Indigenous Language categories to include North and Central Africa. The AMVCA is now accepting entries for […]

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, dismissed suggestions of any rift between him and President Bola Tinubu, insisting that his relationship with the President remained cordial and anchored on governance rather than partisan politics. Makinde spoke to State House correspondents after a meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa Abuja, where he said […]

Senegal coach Pape Bouna Thiaw said his decision to order a walk-off by his players in Sunday’s combustible Africa Cup of Nations final was driven by emotion and a feeling The post Embattled Senegal’s coach defends  AFCON Final walk-off appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Team Lead, First Insurance Brokers Limited, Omotehinse Olawale Micheal has said insurance brokers play a critical but often understated role in Nigeria’s financial services ecosystem, providing essential risk advisory services that support business continuity and economic stability. Michael said brokers now go beyond their traditional intermediary role to help businesses understand risk exposures, structure appropriate […]

Following the company’s prior announcement regarding the sale of Etablissements Maurel et Prom SA (M&P) 20.07 per cent shareholding in Seplat to a combination of Heirs Holdings Limited and Heirs Energies Limited, Seplat Energy Plc has appointed Tony Elumelu as a non-executive director on the Board effective January 22, 2026. In a statement signed by […]

Presidential staffer Nana Yaa Jantuah has advised the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to stay out of the 2028 general elections, warning that the party is not in a strong position to mount a credible challenge and risks suffering a decisive defeat.

Shell said stability has become a premium factor for long-term energy investments, noting that the company typically plans projects spanning 20 to 40 years. The post Shell signals fresh $20bn investment push in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Super Eagles midfielder, Frank Onyeka has urged the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, not to let head coach, Eric Chelle go. Onyeka praised Chelle’s character and ability, insisting that many players within the Super Eagles have a strong affection for him. Chelle’s current contract with the NFF  will expire in January 2027 after he signed a […] Super Eagles: ‘Don’t let him go’ – Frank Onyeka begs NFF over Chelle

Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi has insisted the national team will continue to move forward with its head held high despite losing the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations The post Hakimi predicts better future for Morocco after AFCON Setback appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

McLaughlin-Levrone, the two-time Olympic 400 metres hurdles champion and the second fastest woman ever in the flat 400m, announced on Thursday that she is expecting a child. The 26-year-old American The post Track star Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone announces pregnancy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

……Global Cultural & Tourism Consultant Congratulates Oborevwori As Performing Governor As part of efforts to express appreciations for the on-going massive infrastructural development in Ika Nation, particularly, the recent flagged… The post Agbor/Uromi Junction Flyover Flags Off: IPWA Boss Commends Oborevwori appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Fresh disagreement has emerged between the Osun State Government and Oluwole Oke, the House of Representatives member representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency over claims surrounding an aborted plan to recruit part-time teachers for public schools in the state. The controversy centres on an allegation by Oke, who claimed that a proposed recruitment of about 700 teachers […] Osun govt, lawmaker clash over alleged halted teachers recruitment

Casemiro will leave Manchester United at the end of the season following the expiry of his contract, according to the Premier League club. The Brazil international arrived from Real Madrid The post Casemiro to leave Man United  at season’s end appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A few days ago, the National Chairman of the APC ignited an intense national conversation with a policy direction he proposed for the ruling party should it secure re-election in 2027. According to a report by Daily Trust titled “2027: No Appointments for Non-APC Members – National Chair, Yilwatda,” Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda declared that political […]

Ogun State’s long-standing aspiration to become an oil-producing state is set to materialise following the approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the commencement of commercial oil drilling at Tongeji Island in Ipokia Local Government Area of the state. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this on Thursday while receiving the Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Command, […]

Nigeria Customs Service disowns misleading recruitment notice, urging reliance on official channels and cautioning against scams amid ongoing recruitment exercise.

Former Liverpool star, Jermaine Pennant has tipped the Reds to beat Arsenal if they meet in the knockout rounds of the UEFA Champions League. Liverpool are very close to securing a spot in the top eight of the league phase of the competition after they easily defeated Marseille with a 3-0 win on Wednesday. Arsenal […] UCL: ‘They’ll beat them home, away’ – Pennant names EPL club to knock Arsenal out

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Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner barrelled ominously into the Australian Open third round as 40-year-old Stan Wawrinka survived an epic to make Grand Slam history. An erratic Madison Keys did The post Australian Open: Djokovic, Sinner plough on as Wawrinka makes history appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigerian Accountability and Leadership Alliance (NALA) has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Police to investigate alleged $1.5 million crude oil supply fraud involving… The post Group Urges EFCC To Probe Alleged $1.5m Crude Oil Supply Fraud appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

An overturned truck causes a major accident on Otedola Bridge, leading to severe traffic gridlock along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. See photos. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-gridlock-as-truck-overturns-on-otedola-bridge/

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North-East) Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) operating under Operation DESERT SANITY V delivered a decisive blow to Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists along the Sambisa and Mandara Mountains axis on Thursday, January 22, 2026. A statement issued by the media information officer of OPHK, Lt. Col. Sani Uba, to journalists on Friday […]

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