Nollywood actress Evans Okoro has called out her colleague, Ekene Umenwa, over an alleged claim that she is living with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The controversy arose after Evans’ name reportedly appeared on a list of Nollywood stars allegedly gossiped about by Ekene to a UK-based Nigerian nurse, Adanma Waller. Reacting to the development […] Actress Evans Okoro calls out Ekene Umenwa over HIV allegation [VIDEO]

“Nigeria has witnessed remarkable infrastructural renewal under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, but infrastructure must be matched with safety practices that protect lives and commerce,” he said.

It said that one of the suspects was arrested with a sum of ₦13,500,000 in a car parked beside a polling booth in the Kwali area. The post EFCC Arrests 20 For Alleged Electoral Offences In FCT Council Polls appeared first on Channels Television.

In a landmark move to progress Nigerian trade facilitation, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially approved the activation of the Lagos Free Zone Green Channel. This dedicated corridor enables…

"TAJBank Limited's latest ratings by these reputable agencies have again validated the management’s commitment to world-class standardisation of the bank’s operations..." The post TAJBank Earns A1 Credit Ratings By Agusto, Datapro appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigerian music producer Samklef has weighed into the ongoing controversy surrounding singer Simi, demanding an apology from her family amid renewed backlash against the singer on social media. The post Simi, family owe me an apology – Samklef appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Togo striker, Emmanuel Adebayor, has insisted that Manchester City will beat Arsenal to the Premier League title this season. Adebayor was speaking to Premier League Productions after the Gunners smashed Tottenham 4-1 on Sunday. The win saw Mikel Arteta’s men extend their lead over City to five points again. Pep Guardiola’s men have however […] EPL: I’ve looked at the fixtures – Adebayor predicts title winners

Twenty suspects arrested for electoral offences in FCT elections; EFCC reports N17.2 million involved in vote buying and obstruction of officers.

Nigeria National League, NNL, side Heartland FC has been ordered by the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Players’ Status and Arbitration Committee to pay coach Charles Uzor N6.4 million for the unlawful termination of his contract. Uzor signed a two‑year deal on 1st August 2024 at N700,000 per month. His contract was terminated on 11th June 2025 without […] NFF orders Heartland to pay coach Uzor N6.4m for unlawful termination of contract

According to the foundation, the medical mission is a humanitarian effort that reflects Obasanjo’s long-standing commitment to serving

has alerted the public about a suspected revalidated batch of SMA Gold First Infant Milk Formula (900 grams) being sold in Kaduna. The post NAFDAC alerts Nigerians on suspected revalidated SMA Gold formula appeared first on Vanguard News.

The campus hackathon is an innovation platform to consolidate the state’s place as a rising hub for youth-led digital enterprise and venture creation in line with the Enugu State Digital Transformation Strategy The post Young innovators win big at maiden Enugu Campus Hackathon appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

ABUJA – The Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the BudgIT Foundation aimed at strengthening fiscal transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement in Nigeria’s…

The EFCC has arrested 20 suspects for electoral fraud, including vote buying, during the FCT council polls and recovered over N17 million in cash. Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-arrests-20-over-electoral-fraud-in-fct-council-polls-recovers-over-n20m/

Sunday's victory stretched Arsenal’s winning run in the derby to five matches and kept them five points clear of Manchester City, although they have played one game more. The post EPL Roundup: Eze, Gyökeres sink Spurs as Iwobi seals Fulham win appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigerian Army troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully foiled coordinated Boko Haram attacks, neutralizing 29 terrorists in Borno and Yobe states. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-foil-bharam-attacks-kill-29-in-borno-yobe/

The Niger Delta Progressive Alliance (NDPA) has declared that ensuring the stability and protection of Nigeria’s oil and gas infrastructure is critical to maximising the country’s full oil revenue potential.…

Barcelona reclaim the top spot in La Liga with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Levante, thanks to goals from Bernal, de Jong, and a stunner from Lopez. Read More: https://punchng.com/barcelona-top-la-liga-with-3-0-win-over-levante/

Agusto & Co., a leading Pan-African credit rating agency and provider of economic research, convened its 2026 Economic Roundtable, bringing together senior banking executives, regulators, investors, and policy thinkers to…

The United States Embassy has celebrated Nigerian-born American aerospace engineer Wendy Okolo for her groundbreaking work at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The post US celebrates Nigerian Wendy Okolo as she leads flight safety research at NASA appeared first on Vanguard News.

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched a fierce and coordinated attack on the Garaha District in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, overrunning a military camp, killing at least three…

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mr Leo Stan Ekeh, Founder and Chairman of Zinox Group, on his 70th birthday on February 22, describing him as “one of Nigeria’s pioneering innovators…

Alexis Mac Allister struck deep into stoppage time as Liverpool snatched a dramatic 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest in a chaotic finale at the City Ground. The Argentina midfielder bundled The post EPL: Mac Allister’s goal seals late Liverpool victory at Forest appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Barau FC head coach Eugene Agagbe says his side is determined to maintain their momentum as they prepare to face Rivers United in their next Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) fixture. The Maliya Boys extended their unbeaten run to seven matches after a goalless draw against Warri Wolves in Ozoro on Saturday. Agagbe praised his […] NPFL: Agagbe targets extension to unbeaten run against Rivers United

Ejiro Peters powered to victory in the 100m women’s race at the ongoing 2nd Niger Delta Games in Benin City on Saturday, describing her gold medal-winning performance as a pivotal moment that will propel her to future success in athletics. Peters clocked an impressive 11.58 seconds to secure the gold for Delta State. Host state […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested 20 suspects for sundry electoral offences in the just-concluded Federal Capital Territory (FCT) local government elections. The Head of Media and Publicity of EFCC, Dele Oyewale, announced this in a statement in Abuja on Sunday. Oyewale said the suspects were arrested across the FCT for offences […] FCT Council polls: EFCC arrests 20 for alleged electoral fraud

United States Secret Service agents shot a man who breached the inner perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s private residence, on Sunday. According to the US Secret Service, the man, believed to be in his 20s, was confronted by agents and a deputy from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office around 1:30 a.m. local time. […]

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) chairmanship candidate in the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Dr. Moses Paul has alleged widespread voter intimidation and vote-buying by the ruling party during Saturday’s local council election in Abuja. Addressing journalists after casting his vote, the candidate claimed that some of his agents were beaten and that voters were […]

Lionel Messi was filmed confronting the referee after Inter Miami's 3-0 defeat to Los Angeles FC in the 2026 MLS opener, sparking global fan reactions.

Tragedy struck in Aminigboko community, Abua/Odual Local Government Area of Rivers State on Sunday as three men reportedly died while attempting to desilt a shallow water well suspected to have…

The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have finalised agreements to launch a $50 million impact innovation fund aimed at strengthening the Nigerian start-up ecosystem. The fund is expected to provide patient capital to pre-seed, seed, and early-stage startups addressing critical social challenges in sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, education, […]

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday, saying it is concerned about the delay in announcing the results from Kuje Council after the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) elections, which was held on Saturday. The party raised concerns against the backdrop of the delay in announcing the results […]

Posting on X, he stated that holding elections during Ramadan contributed significantly to voter apathy in the FCT council polls and urged INEC to review future election dates to avoid similar challenges.

Raul Jimenez struck twice as Fulham ended a three-match Premier League losing streak with a 3-1 win away to Sunderland. The Mexico international opened the scoring nine minutes into the The post EPL: Jimenez double earns Fulham victory at Sunderland appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, will preside over the launch and a one-day seminar for the Nigerian Sports Yearbook. The event will take place at the Olumo Hall, Radisson Hotel, Isaac John Street, Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, 3rd March 2026, at 12 noon. Organisers confirmed that Dikko will be joined […]

Arsenal overpowered Tottenham 4-1 on Sunday, to re-establish a five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table. The Gunners arrived for the North London Derby two points ahead of Manchester City. City held on to defeat Newcastle 2-1 at the Etihad on Saturday. Against Spurs, Mikel Arteta’s men took the lead through Eberechi […] EPL table: Arsenal re-establish five-point lead after 4-1 win over Tottenham