Vice President Kashim Shettima and Borno State governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, on Friday, paid a visit to victims of Wednesday’s bomb blast at a mosque in Maiduguri, who are currently receiving treatment at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH). The visit was to sympathise with the injured in the devastating explosion that targeted […]

During the operation, police operatives recovered one brand new Honda Ace 125 motorcycle valued at N1,850,000.00, which waspurchased with proceeds of ransom payments from the suspects.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has raised the alarm that critics are making concerted efforts to distract his administration and drag the state backwards. DAILY POST reports that Governor Okpebholo raised the alarm while speaking at an interdenominational prayer service held at his residence in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of the State. Okpebholo […] Critics distracting my administration – Okpebholo

PETROAN has called on the federal government to privatise Nigeria’s four state-owned refineries, urging that the sales be completed by the first quarter of 2026.

Exhibits recovered from the suspects include a Toyota Dyna vehicle used to convey the suspects, two broadcast speakers, a carton containing flags, shirts bearing inscriptions of their agitation, and banners displaying their messages and manifesto. The post Police Arrest Eight For Breach Of Public Peace, Unlawful Assembly In Ogun appeared first on Channels Television.

President Bola Tinubu mourns the tragic deaths of two Kano lawmakers, Aminu Ungogo and Aliyu Daneji, who died within hours of each other on Wednesday. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-mourns-two-kano-lawmakers-who-died-hours-apart/

At least seven Muslims are battling for their lives at various hospitals in Ho, the Volta Regional Capital, following a shooting incident that disrupted Juma prayers on Friday, December 26.

According to the cleric, US involvement in the country could turn Nigeria into a ‘theatre of war’. The post Strikes: Nigeria Should Halt All Military Cooperation With US – Gumi appeared first on Channels Television.

Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has called for calm in Sokoto State, following the US airstrikes targeting ISIS terrorists in the State on Christmas Day. The operation, confirmed by Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ordered by President Donald Trump, marked a rare direct US military action in North-west Nigeria, prompted by intelligence […]

A draw in Group B suited neither team, leaving both two points adrift of joint leaders Egypt and South Africa having played one match more. The post AFCON 2025: Musona rescues Zimbabwe in draw with Angola appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Brazilian left-back, Roberto Carlos has named Manchester United legend David Beckham as the best player he ever played with ahead of the likes of Zinedine Zidane, Luis Figo and Ronaldo, during their time at Santiago Bernabeu. Carlos shared a dressing room with the likes of great players like Beckham, Ronaldo, Zidane and Ronaldinho. However, […] He played with his heart – Carlos names Man Utd legend better than Zidane

Anthony Ufoh The rising level of  insecurity, especially in the Middle Belt locations like Plateau, Benue States, including some parts of Southern Kaduna, has prompted the Northern chapter of the Christian… The post Insecurity: Northern Christian Group Urges Probe Of Terror Financiers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has  revealed he is considering a tactical shake up for his team’s clash with Tunisia, Prompt News reports. Nigeria will take on the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia in their second group game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Fès on Saturday. The West [...]

The Jigawa State Police Command has confirmed a deadly road accident that claimed 11 lives and left nine others injured. The crash happened on Thursday, December 25, 2025, around 4:30pm at Bagewu village in Ringim Local Government Area. A statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, on December 25, 2025 […] Tyre burst kills 11, leaves 9 injured in Jigawa crash

Nigerian police arrest a notorious bandit seen in a viral video flaunting firearms. The suspect and an accomplice were caught in Kwara with an AK-47 and ra Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-police-arrest-bandit-seen-flaunting-firearms-in-viral-video-recover-ak-47-cash/

Suspected jihadists are nonetheless blamed for attacks on churches in the western region of Tillaberi between 2018 and 2021, and the killing of 111 Muslim worshippers in Tillaberi this year. The post Couple killed as gunmen attack church in Niger appeared first on Vanguard News.

Suspected Lakurawa fighters were seen fleeing Tangaza after US airstrikes hit parts of Sokoto State, according to local officials and security sources.

Mobile telecommunications giant MTN Ghana has put smiles on the faces of 70 mothers who recently gave birth at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi by distributing hampers filled with essential baby products.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia will on Saturday lock talons in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for a high-stakes Group C battle at Morocco’s ancient city of Fès. Both squads soar into this encounter with momentum, each having secured vital three-point in their openers. Nigeria had earlier […]

The historic town of Onicha-Olona, in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, witnessed a massive cultural spectacle on December 25, 2025, as the revered Onotu Institution crowned His Royal Majesty, Obi Emmanuel Okeibuno Metuiwe, as the Obi of the kingdom.

The Afrobeats legend made the revelation in Benin City during the MC EdoPikin Undiluted with StarBoy and Legends show, moments before delivering his performance.

President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to the Kano State House of Assembly, the families and constituents of two lawmakers who died within hours of each other on Wednesday. The deceased legislators are Aminu Ungogo, who represented Ungogo constituency, and The post Tinubu, Northern govs mourn Kano lawmakers who died hours apart appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Jigawa State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his sustained efforts to improve national security, which it said ensured a The post Jigawa CAN lauds Tinubu over improved security, confirms receipt of Christmas rice palliatives appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The UN reports Guinea’s presidential election is marred by intimidation, repression, and disappearances, creating a climate of fear ahead of the vote. Read More: https://punchng.com/guineas-election-campaign-marred-by-intimidation-says-un/

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticised the Federal Government over the handling of information surrounding recent United States military airstrikes on terrorist targets in Nigeria, accusing the government of failing to properly inform Nigerians about critical security operations on its own soil. In a statement issued on Friday, the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Ini […] The post Airstrike: US Acted Without Your Knowledge, PDP Slams FG, Condemns Late Disclosure Of Terror Strikes appeared first on OsunDefender.

Nigerian Police arrest two key bandits linked to violent crimes across states, recovering weapons and cash in a major breakthrough against organised crime networks.

Former Bayelsa Senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, says the fight against terrorism should be a shared international responsibility. This was as he commended the collaborative effort between the United States and Nigeria in the recent airstrikes against ISIS targets The public commentator said this via his verified X handle on Friday, stressing that ISIS remains a grave […] US airstrikes: Nigeria has limited resources to fight ISIS – Ben Murray-Bruce

"The charges are to run concurrently with each other," said Judge Collin Lawrence Sequerah. The post Judge jails ex-Malaysian Prime Minister 15 years for fraud appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the arrest of two notorious bandits and kidnap kingpins by its operatives in Kwara State. Announcing their arrest in a statement on Friday, Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, expressed delight that the The post Police arrest two kidnap kingpins in Kwara appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Minority Leader and Effutu MP, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to shift their focus from post-election sympathy to deliberate action as the party charts a path toward recovery after its 2024 electoral defeat.

Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi says the team is ready to prevent a repeat of their last defeat to the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia, DAILY POST reports. Nigeria lost 1-0 to the North Africans the last time both countries met in a Round of 16 tie at AFCON 2021. The Super Eagles impressed in the […] AFCON 2025: Super Eagles want revenge for previous defeat to Tunisia – Ndidi

Former Chelsea and Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says Nigeria can win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations if the team stays focused and united.

The Lagos State Government has announced temporary road closures and traffic diversions ahead of Saturday’s Eyo Festival. The festival, scheduled to take place at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) on Lagos Island, will be witnessed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, his wife, the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and other senior government officials. In a […] Lagos announces traffic diversions ahead of Eyo Festival

Nigerian singer 2Baba makes a public confession at a show in Benin, declaring he has stopped impregnating women and is now ‘innocent.’ Read More: https://punchng.com/video-i-don-stop-to-dey-give-belle-anyhow-2baba-tells-fans/

By Bashir Bello  KANO – A Security Expert and analyst, Dr. Yahuza Getso has thrown his weight behind the United States, US intervention in Northern Nigeria, saying it will send signals to the terrorists to surrender and lay down their arms or be decisively flushed out. Getso said the intervention would also serve as a […] The post US intervention will send signals to terrorists to surrender or be crushed – Security Expert  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Chinua Soludo, son of Anambra State Governor Professor Chukwuma Soludo, brought festive cheer to patients in Anambra State on Christmas Day by paying off hospital bills at three healthcare facilities. The post Christmas: Soludo’s son settles hospital Bills for patients in Anambra appeared first on Vanguard News.