Five people are lined up before Chantal Dagah's newsstand in Benin's economic capital Cotonou -- a sure sign of trouble. The post Calm returns to Cotonou with Beninese coup plotters on the run appeared first on Vanguard News.

  The Federal Government has installed Oxygen Pressure Swing Adsorption plants in two Osun State government-owned hospitals in Osogbo and Iwo. The move was part of efforts to strengthen the country’s oxygen ecosystem. The government also donated medical equipment to the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital, Ile-Ife, and the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching […] The post FG Supports Osun Hospitals With Oxygen Plants, Equipment appeared first on OsunDefender.

Early morning Sunday, December 7, 2025, while many Beninois slept, hoping to go to church, mosque and traditional places of worship at dawn, some members of their armed forces fanned out. Led by Lieutenant Colonel Paschal Tigri, they planned to bring the people under their claws. At 05:00, they attacked the Presidential Palace and then […]

Nigeria’s total foreign trade rose to N38.94 trillion in the third quarter of 2025, marking an 8.71 per cent increase over the N35.82 trillion recorded in the same period of 2024, according to the latest foreign trade statistics, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said in a statement that was released on Thursday. Crude oil […]

A Technology and data analytics specialist, Olatoye Agboola, has called for the adoption of Artificial Intelligence-powered fraud detection and biometric Know Your Customer tools by Nigerian digital banks and fintechs… The post Data analyst urges adoption of AI, biometric KYC to tackle cyber fraud appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Operatives of the Abia State Police Command have arrested three suspected gun runners and recovered a cache of firearms during an operation in Obingwa Local Government Area of the state. The suspects were identified as Nworu John, 65; Chikezie Ubani, 65; and Collins Ukandu, 55. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chinaka, announced the development [...]

He emphasised that his administration would focus on repositioning custodial operations and

Agricultural experts have renewed calls for stronger collaboration, practical interventions, and improved farmer education to help smallholder farmers adopt modern technologies and better manage climate risks, which threaten food availability across the continent. The experts spoke during an online dialogue held on Thursday, which attracted nearly 100 African farmers and agricultural stakeholders who shared experiences […] Agric experts call for practical solutions to food shortages

The Sultan of Sokoto said Christians were never subjected to sharia law as leaders at NIREC urged unity, collaboration and peace to counter insecurity.

The Ranking Member on the Defence and Interior Committee of Parliament, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has heavily criticised the government for what he describes as contradictory and wasteful spending priorities, particularly in relation to election reruns and the resourcing of national security agencies.

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have thwarted an ambush and dismantled a criminal gang notorious for blocking roads and attacking travellers in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State. Acting on credible intelligence, OPWS operatives, working in tandem with personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, Zaki-Biam Division, and the Benue State Community Protection Guard, [...]

It was on Monday (this week) that the federal government launched what can be called a national campaign aimed at promoting responsible citizenship, patriotism and public accountability. The initiative, called “My Nigeria, My Responsibility,” was unveiled at the State House in Abuja by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris. It was launched […]

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio has announced a federal grand jury’s indictment charging a 31-year-old Ghanaian, popularly known as Abu Trica, with defrauding victims out of over $8 million. Frederick Kumi (aka Emmanuel Kojo Baah Obeng, aka Abu Trica) was arrested in Ghana on Thursday, December 11. He was allegedly part of […] Ghana’s Abu Trica charged with $8 million fraud in US

A former Secretary to the Osun State Government, Alhaji Moshood Adeoti, has debunked reports that he has rejoined the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. It would be recalled that Adeoti, last week, announced his resignation from the Omoluabi Progressives, a caucus loyal to the National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Ogbeni […] The post I Have Not Rejoined APC – Adeoti appeared first on OsunDefender.

Music producer Joseph Appiah has launched a project on dyslexia titled My 1s’t Creative Dyslexia Audiobook. 

Despite the unfavourable state of the economy, one can feel the fragrance of Christmas in the air especially with the special decorations and colours associated with the season.  This can… The post Manage Your Christmas Expenses  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

‘When I Talk, Those Who Have Not Been Governors Should Listen’ – Oshiomhole Fires Ndume You Have Never Dreamed Of Being A Senator When I Became One – Ndume Hits Back Senator Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) and Adams Oshiomhole (APC, Edo North) on Thursday, openly clashed iver the ambassadorial nomination of former presidential aide […] The post Drama In Senate As Ndume, Oshiomhole Fight Over Omokri’s Ambassadorial Screening appeared first on OsunDefender.

United States Congressman, Rep Riley Moore, has rubbished claims that climate change is to be blamed for the terrorism going on in Nigeria, often labelled as farmers-herders clash. Dismissing the claims, Moore said it was not tenable, especially when terrorists The post Why burn churches, attack IDPs if climate change caused terrorism – US Congressman appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Thirty years ago, a small training office tucked inside the Qua Iboe Terminal began a quiet experiment in technical excellence.  Few could have predicted that this modest initiative would evolve… The post Three Decades Of Impact: How NNPC/Seplat TTC Became Nigeria’s Premier Technical Talent Engine  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has appointed Emmanuel Meribole as the acting Secretary to the Abia State Government. The appointment is coming a few days after the former SSG, Professor Kenneth Kalu proceeded on Leave of Absence. The appointment of the new SSG was made known on Friday morning by the Chief Press Secretary to […] Otti appoints Meribole as acting SSG

The AGILE project is training 65 focal persons, including traditional and religious leaders, to handle grievances and tackle gender-based violence in Sokot Read More: https://punchng.com/agile-project-trains-65-focal-persons-to-tackle-gbv-in-sokoto/

 WACOT Limited, a food and agro-allied company in Nigeria and the agro-allied division of the TGI Group, has disbursed over N158 million in Sustainability Differential Payments (SDP) to 2,062 cocoa… The post WACOT Disburses N158m To Cocoa Farmers For Sustainable Practices  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Since its introduction, the ZyphorBit online trading platform has been attracting significant buzz from every direction. The system employs cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence and algorithms, to deliver detailed The post ZyphorBit Review 2025: Reliable or a Scam? appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, says many Nigerian politicians are blocking the country’s progress on purpose. Speaking in Lagos at the 15th anniversary of Enough is Enough (EiE) Nigeria, Sanusi said some members of the political class see public office as a personal or family business instead of a responsibility to serve citizens. […] Emir Sanusi accuses political leaders of holding Nigeria back

Mr Omisore said his loyalty to the APC and to President Tinubu is more important than his personal ambition regarding the 2026 Osun State governorship election. The post Osun 2026: Omisore bows to Tinubu’s decision on APC consensus governorship candidate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Stakeholders across Nigeria’s agriculture sector say the recently created Livestock Ministry has the potential to transform long-troubled herder–farmer flashpoints into thriving economic zones—if the government can ensure proper coordination, sustained… The post Agric Experts See Livestock Ministry As Catalyst For Converting Conflict Areas To Economic Corridors  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A 36-year-old realtor, Yinka Agboola, has died after he was allegedly knocked down and run over by an unidentified driver during a dispute over a parking space at Royal Pine Estate on Orchid Road, Lekki, Lagos. The confrontation was said to have erupted after residents challenged the suspect over improper parking that was obstructing movement [...]

Wilson Macaulay In a colourful and well-attended ceremony at Ishaka Hotel, Refinery Road, Effurun, the Delta State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole SAN, on Wednesday, December 10,… The post Delta Attorney General Swears In Okumagba As New National President Of Association Of Justices Of The Peace appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A powerful 6.7-magnitude Japan earthquake strikes off the northern coast, prompting tsunami warnings days after a larger tremor shook the region. Read More: https://punchng.com/powerful-6-7-magnitude-earthquake-hits-northern-japan/

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has taken a decisive step in shaping the continent’s economic future with the launch of its groundbreaking White Paper, “Banking on… The post Driving Africa’s Growth: UBA Visionary White Paper On The Continent’s Next Frontier  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

LAGOS – Aba has a vibrant footwear industry that is the envy of many in Nigeria and indeed Africa.  The thriving footwear has led many people from different parts of… The post Young People Should Learn A Skill – Ejimole appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Ogun State Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has mourned the passing of the deputy governor of Bayelsa State, Mr Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who died on… The post Abiodun Mourns Bayelsa Deputy Governor appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

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Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) says it is conducting routine maintenance on its Passport Digital Platform to

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, says it is completely wrong for Christians to be taken to Sharia courts or forced to follow Sharia rules. He said this on Wednesday during the opening of the 2025 meeting of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) in Abuja.  The theme of the meeting was “Collaboration […] Christians not to be subjected to Sharia law – Sultan of Sokoto

There was an atmosphere of expectation and excitement in Ikeja, Lagos, as over 250 vibrant entrepreneurs, business owners, and C-suite executives gathered to learn from Dr. (Mrs.) Catherine Opeyemi Adesomoju… The post How To Build Trans Generational Businesses appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.