Democracies rarely die in one dramatic moment. More often, they are quietly redesigned—clause by clause—until citizens discover that elections still occur, but accountability no longer follows. Nigeria’s democracy is not being overthrown; it is being edited. Not with tanks on the streets, but with provisions in a bill. The most dangerous edits are the ones sold […] The post Election integrity and the politics of discretion, by Dakuku Peterside appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Tinubu reiterates his commitment to implementing ranching reforms as a lasting solution to farmer-herder conflicts and national insecurity in Nig Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-vows-to-replace-open-grazing-with-ranching-reforms/

Discover why the PDP national secretariat remains locked as the Nyesom Wike-backed faction delays its planned takeover, citing security and administrative Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-hq-remains-locked-as-wike-camp-delays-planned-takeover/

Nigeria coach Eric Chelle reveals Victor Osimhen played through the AFCON with a hamstring injury, managing the tear to still become a top performer. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-chelle-reveals-osimhen-played-injured-explains-onyedika-struggle/

…Says Insecurity Hindrance To Economic Growth …Unveils National Devt Plan 2026-2030 …Rallies Govs To Prioritise Implementation ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu on Monday, said the concept of banditry and other…

A prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Honourable Bankole Fasuyi, has urged party faithful in Oyo State to remain steadfast and not lose faith, assuring them that the party’s internal challenges will soon be resolved. Fasuyi gave the advice during a courtesy visit to the Deputy Chief of Staff to the Oyo State […] The post Remain steadfast amid party challenges, PDP stalwart, Fasuyi, urges Oyo members appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Fusengbuwa ruling house has fulfilled its role in selecting the new Awujale, handing over nominees to the kingmakers and the Ogun state government. Read More: https://punchng.com/awujale-ogun-kingmakers-to-decide-new-monarch-says-ruling-house/

Ogun Governor Dapo Abiodun mourns the death of Babatunde Osokoya, former Head of Service and SSG, describing his passing as a significant loss to the state Read More: https://punchng.com/abiodun-mourns-ex-ogun-ssg-osokoya/

Nigeria’s Senate holds an emergency session amid outrage over its controversial Electoral Act amendment removing real-time e-transmission of results. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-reconvenes-today-as-electoral-act-triggers-uproar/

By PETER MBAH Sustainable regional development does not occur in isolation. It requires a national leadership that understands diversity, equity, and long-term planning. In this regard, I must recognise the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu  under whose watch Nigeria is witnessing a renewed emphasis on structural reform and regional balance. The creation and strengthening […] The post Reimagining the South East as a Unified Economic Bloc appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s Senate assures President Tinubu of a timely 2026 budget passage, committing to effective implementation for economic stability and citizen welfar Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-assures-timely-passage-implementation-of-2026-budget/

The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division on Monday, affirmed the suspension of the Kogi Central senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, by the Senate. The appellate court held that, the Senate has power…

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA), Oyo State Chapter, have begun early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections, inaugurating Local Government Area (LGA) Coordinators across the state with a goal of achieving at least a 35 per cent improvement over the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s 2023 presidential election results. The post 2027: Tinubu camp sets 35% vote surge target in Oyo State appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Court of Appeal affirmed the Nigerian Senate’s suspension power over Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, reinforcing parliamentary autonomy and discipline. Read More: https://punchng.com/appeal-court-affirmed-senate-authority-on-natasha-suspension-spokesman/

By Iyorwuese Hagher I was present at the beginning. On February 3, 1976, Benue State was created through the historic and heroic state-creation exercise carried out by the Military Administration of General Murtala Mohammed. Born alongside second-generation states such as Bauchi, Borno, Imo, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, and the FCT, Benue entered the Nigerian Federation with […] The post Celebrating Benue’s golden jubilee appeared first on Tribune Online.

The FG, through the NEDC, has opened two 40-bed maternity clinics in Gombe to tackle maternal deaths, boosting healthcare for mothers and children. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-constructs-80-bed-clinics-in-gombe-to-tackle-maternal-deaths/

The Federal Government rejects a blanket mining suspension in Nigeria’s north, citing economic consequences and opting for a targeted security approach. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-crisis-fg-rejects-northern-govs-call-to-suspend-mining/

CBN and NCC propose a framework for instant refunds within 30 seconds for failed airtime and data purchases, aiming to protect Nigerian consumers. Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-ncc-propose-instant-refunds-for-failed-airtime-data/

Nigeria’s Hajj Commission (NAHCON) appeals to Saudi Arabia for an extension after the closure of the 2026 Hajj data capture window for pilgrims. Read More: https://punchng.com/nahcon-appeals-as-sarabia-closes-2026-hajj-data-window/

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man, Osita James, for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl multiple times in the Ile-Olu area. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-man-nabbed-for-defiling-13-year-old-girl/

Over 60 recruits face prolonged uncertainty and distress as the CBN fails to deploy them months after they received official employment offers in 2023. Read More: https://punchng.com/months-after-job-offers-cbn-fails-to-deploy-60-recruits/

Nigerian Army troops uncover locally fabricated IEDs in an Abia forest during Operation Eastern Sanity, aimed at curbing IPOB-linked criminal activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-uncovers-ieds-in-abia-forest/

LAGOS – Nigeria’s inflation trajectory in early 2026 is shaping up as a turning point for monetary policy, with January projected to mark the peak inflation print for the year…

See the official NABTEB results 2025. Construction and Engineering trades achieved the highest pass rates, while Business trades lagged. Get the full stats Read More: https://punchng.com/nabteb-construction-engineering-lead-pass-rates-as-business-trades-lag/

The Nigerian Federal Government has begun implementing the renegotiated ASUU agreement, including a 40% allowance increase to boost staff welfare in univer Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-implements-renegotiated-asuu-agreement-pays-40-allowance-increase/

JAMB warns 2026 UTME candidates against providing false information during registration. Offenders risk a 3-year ban, prosecution, and public exposure. Read More: https://punchng.com/utme-candidates-risk-prosecution-ban-for-false-information-jamb/

Police in Rivers State arrested a vigilante leader and two accomplices for allegedly torturing a man to death over accusations of stealing palm fruits. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-vigilante-leader-two-others-arrested-for-torturing-man-to-death-2/

President Tinubu mediates in the Rivers State political crisis, leading to a symbolic Fubara Wike peace deal after a meeting at the Presidential Villa. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-brokers-peace-as-fubara-wike-exit-villa-together/

Confused about ‘bottle water or bottled water’? Learn the correct grammar and why one is right, plus examples like ‘canned drink’ and ‘roasted corn’. Read More: https://punchng.com/bottle-water-or-bottled-water/

ABUJA – Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, on Monday, joined scores of protesters at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja, to oppose the Senate’s decision to remove…

Following Nnamdi Kanu’s directive, the South-East sit-at-home has ended. Economic and social activities are gradually resuming across states like Anambra a Read More: https://punchng.com/normalcy-returns-as-south-east-monday-sit-at-home-ends/

Gunmen killed one resident and abducted an Imam with six others in a violent Plateau community attack in Wase LGA, sparking panic among locals. Read More: https://punchng.com/one-killed-seven-others-abducted-in-plateau-community-attack/

Nigeria missed a chance to boost its global image by ignoring its Grammy-winning Nigerian diaspora. Discover why celebrating global success is vital for so Read More: https://punchng.com/three-nigerians-won-grammys-but-nigeria-didnt-notice/

Princes of Oyo have filed a lawsuit against the Alaafin, seeking to preserve the Alaafin’s supremacy and restrain him from actions deemed unfitting. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-princes-launch-court-fight-to-preserve-alaafins-supremacy/

Lagos APC leaders urge party members in Ikorodu to mobilize massive grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election ahead of the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-apc-seeks-grassroots-support-for-tinubus-re-election/

Yobe police have arrested an 18-year-old housewife for allegedly cutting off her husband’s manhood during a domestic dispute in Potiskum LGA. Read More: https://punchng.com/18-year-old-arrested-for-cutting-husbands-manhood-in-yobe/