The United States is worried by the “expansion” of al-Qaeda affiliates in the Sahel and West Africa, including JNIM and IS-Sahel’s territorial gains. U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, shared the concern in his remarks at this week’s UN Security Council Briefing on Terrorist Threats to International Peace and Security. Highlighting terrorists’ kidnapping […] US worried over expansion of terrorist cells in Sahel, West Africa

Nigerian comedian and actor Ijoba Lande has alleged that operatives attached to the Area “J” Division of the Lagos State Police Command assaulted him, seized his mobile phone and stole cash reportedly belonging to his brother. A video that has since gone viral on social media shows the entertainer with visible facial injuries, including bloodstains [...]

The Ministry of Finance has officially relocated its offices to Kanda in Accra and will begin full operations at the new location from Monday, February 9.

Amazon has announced plans to invest $200bn (£147.7bn) in artificial intelligence (AI) and infrastructure, becoming the latest US tech giant to set out a sharp rise in spending.

The faction said the electoral commission’s decision, which followed a Federal High Court judgment, had helped clear uncertainties surrounding the party’s leadership structure. The post INEC recognition clears path for PDP convention — Wike-aligned faction appeared first on Vanguard News.

The EU has told TikTok it must change its "addictive design" or face heavy fines, after it found the video sharing platform had breached its online safety rules.

A 52-year-old fisherman has died after being attacked by a crocodile while fleeing a herd of elephants in eastern Zambia, police say.

The official inauguration ceremony for the board is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 10 February, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja The post NSC confirms establishment of Nigerian Federation of American Football appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Police Command in Ondo State says it has arrested a 40-year-old landlady, Nafisat Lateef, in connection with the alleged poisoning of her tenant’s three-year-old son in Odigbo Local Government Area of the state. DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the command’s Spokesperson, made this known in a statement on Friday in Akure. Jimoh said the incident was […] The post Ondo: Police arrest landlady for allegedly poisoning tenant’s 3 year-old child appeared first on Vanguard News.

Eighteen Senegalese football supporters detained in Morocco following January’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final melee have embarked on a hunger strike to protest their continued detention and demand due process. Their lawyer, Patrick Kabou, confirmed the development to AFP on Friday, saying the fans have been held since January 18 without clear information about […]

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, yesterday expressed the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to strengthening regional trade facilitation, safeguarding transit cargo, and enhancing cross-border security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly The post Nigeria, Niger agree on terms to eradicate regional insurgency  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Friday said the state has been positioned as a global player in the exporting business and as a strategic connecting hub for other The post AfCFTA: We’ve positioned Oyo for international trade – Makinde  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Man City manager Pep Guardiola defends his comments on Palestine and Ukraine, insisting football managers should not be silenced on global issues. Read More: https://punchng.com/guardiola-responds-to-critics-after-comments-on-palestine-ukraine/

Pep Guardiola insisted Erling Haaland is the "best striker in the world" despite refusing to confirm if the misfiring Manchester City star will start Sunday's crucial clash with Liverpool. The post Guardiola lauds Haaland as ‘world’s best striker’ but won’t confirm Liverpool start appeared first on Vanguard News.

Experts in Nigeria’s agricultural sector have begun the development of a specialised agricultural curriculum aimed at strengthening the Business Development Services (BDS) ecosystem and boosting food security across the country. The post Experts develop agricultural curriculum to strengthen BDS, boost food security appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

As of early Friday morning, the video had been liked several thousand times on the president's social media platform. The post Trump Sparks Fury With Video Depicting Obamas As Monkeys appeared first on Channels Television.

Ahead of next month’s National Convention, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reconstituted and reshuffled the leadership of its Central Coordination Committee, expanding the panel from 73 to 90 members. The post APC appoints ex-governor Masari as new head of national Convention committee appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has issued a stern warning to political actors, vote buyers and individuals with violent tendencies to desist from actions capable of undermining the forthcoming Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections and the by-elections in Rivers and Kano States. Ribadu gave the warning on Friday in Abuja […]

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reflected on the enduring legacy of former Nigerian Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, describing his leadership style as a powerful moral compass for public servants, fifty years after his death. In a statement released to mark the golden anniversary of the late military leader’s passing, Sanwo-Olu said […] ‘Murtala Muhammed set a standard we must uphold’ – Sanwo-Olu

The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room slams the Senate’s passage of a retrogressive Electoral Act Amendment, removing mandatory e-transmission of result Read More: https://punchng.com/electoral-act-situation-room-slams-senate-for-rejecting-mandatory-e-transmission/

Patience Ogbodo-Iwuagwu A Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) Citizens Centre for Integrated Development and Social Rights (CCIDESOR) has called for urgent reforms to revive grassroots governance nationwide. The Executive Director of…

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has said Nigeria still harbours hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the uncertainty surrounding the team’s campaign. Speaking during an interview on SuperSport Football on Thursday, the 29-year-old reflected on the emotional toll of the qualification race and the dilemma the team would face if forced […]

Since making its debut, Budweiser Royale, from the stable of International Breweries Plc, a key player in the global ABInBev family, has quickly stepped into the spotlight, earning strong acceptance and widespread commendation from consumers across Nigeria. From premium lounges to social hotspots, the super-premium lager is fast becoming the beer of choice for those […] Budweiser Royale Takes Centre Stage as Consumers Embrace a New Standard of Premium Beer

By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA– The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja on Friday ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to forthwith release the sum of N2.5 billion standing to the credit of 110 former staff members of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, who were unlawfully sacked in 1996. The appellate court, in a unanimous decision […] The post Unlawful Sack: Appeal Court orders CBN to release N2. 5bn to 110 former ABU workers appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Bauchi State Government has formally informed the general public of a regrettable road crash involving journalists from the state, stating that it has taken responsibility for their medical treatment. The post Bauchi govt to pay for medical treatment of 14 journalists injured in accident appeared first on Tribune Online.

Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof.Joash Amupitan, said on Friday that the credibility of the nation’s elections, and indeed ‘our democracy’, depends largely on the ability of The post Credibility of elections, democracy depends on ability to secure electoral process – INEC appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A Kenyan man, Martin Namasaka, has gone viral on social media as he is seen hawking a WiFi router on his head to sell internet to those who can't afford data.

The naira is trading at a two-year high, strengthening further alongside other currencies thanks to strong oil receipts, investor confidence, improved forex supply.

JoyNews' Emefa Ewoenam Atiamoah-Eli has been named the Best Journalist in Health Reporting (Radio) for West and Central Africa at the 2025 REMAPSEN Media Forum and Awards in Cotonou, Benin.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the replacement of Imo State governor, Hope Uzodimma, with former Katsina State governor, Aminu Bello Masari, as Chairman of its National Convention Central Coordination Committee ahead of the party’s convention scheduled for March 27 and 28, 2026. The decision was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by […]

A Federal high court sitting in Lagos has fixed 18th February 2026 for the arraignment of a Nigerian businessman, Roland Olusegun Elusoji for allegedly obtaining monies amounting to N1.2 billions under false pretences.

Justice Abang held that the workers were right in filing garnishee proceedings against CBN to enforce payments of their entitlement as required by law. The post Appeal Court Dismisses CBN, ABU Bid To Stop ₦2.5bn Payments To 110 Illegally Sacked Workers appeared first on Channels Television.

Oyo State Ministry of Health has raised concern over the use of harmful chemicals in the preservation and ripening of foodstuffs sold in The post Oyo govt warns against unsafe food practices appeared first on Tribune Online.

A female doctor who relocated to the UK has disclosed how much she earned annually while she practised in Nigeria. She said she was tired and sad at the time.

A new report by WHO has revealed that up to four in 10 cancer cases worldwide could be prevented through lifestyle changes and reduced.... The post 40% of cancer cases worldwide linked to 30 preventable risk factors — WHO report appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigerian comedian and actor Ijoba Lande has accused operatives attached to the Area “J” Division of the Lagos State Police Command of allegedly assaulting him, confiscating his mobile phone and stealing cash said to belong to his brother. A video circulating widely on social media shows the entertainer with visible facial injuries, including blood stains […] Ijoba Lande accuses Lagos police officers of assault, theft