Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri pleads for patience over delays in the state’s independent power project, citing unforeseen technical challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/diri-pleads-with-bayelsans-for-patience-over-ipp-delay/

Nigeria’s road accidents rose in 2025 as speed violations led causes; fatalities and injuries remained high despite safety campaigns all over Nigeria.

By Dada Jackson The ‘Documentary Industry’ has been named as the Best Documentary at the just concluded 2025 Nigerian Entertainment and Media Creative Excellence Awards (NEMCEA), marking a major milestone… The post Documentary Industry Named Best At 2025 Nigerian Entertainment, Media Creative Excellence Awards appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A young Nigerian man has penned a heartbreaking post on the X app following the demise of Latz, Anthony Joshua's friend who died in a fatal accident.

The public outcry follows three major accidents in the state in one week. The post Fatal road crashes: Jigawa residents call for government action appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra state has sent his warm felicitations and congratulations to Anambra people and all Nigerians as they usher in the New Year 2026 and advised… The post Soludo Felicitates Anambra, Nigerians On New Year, Says It Offers New Opportunities appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Burkina Faso qualified for the knockout stage of the Africa Cup of Nations with a composed 2–0 victory over Sudan on Wednesday. 

The Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Delta State has said Nigeria cannot afford to degenerate into a one-party state. Prof. Sylvester Monye, state chairman of the PDP Caretaker Committee in Delta State, stated this in a heartfelt New Year message to the people of the state at home and in the […] Delta PDP vows to frustrate one-party state in Nigeria

Francis Onoiribholo The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has disowned youths who attacked and stripped a former Managing Director of Daar Communication, Dr. Pedro Obaseki. He said he never authorised… The post Oba Of Benin Disowns Obaseki’s Attackers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

…hails FHA executive’s loyalty, grassroots leadership …commends commitment to party ideals and inclusive development President Bola Tinubu has congratulated a Benue State politician and senior public servant, Mathias Terwase Byuan, The post Tinubu celebrates Benue politician, Mathias Byuan, on birthday appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The affidavit stated that the incident followed a judgment delivered by the chief magistrate which was not favourable to the commissioner.

BOLU-OLU ESHO In preparation for the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the creation of Ondo State, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has constituted a 16-man planning committee and appointed the Secretary… The post Ondo @50: Fasoranti Heads 16-Man Planning Committee appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed rejects defection to APC, citing political intimidation by the EFCC and criticising federal neglect and tax policies worsening poverty.

The Benin Traditional Council has refuted claims that the Oba of Benin authorized the assault on Dr Pedro Obaseki, a cousin of Godwin Obaseki. Read More: https://punchng.com/oba-of-benin-not-behind-assault-on-obasekis-cousin-traditional-council/

Haruna Usman The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Kebbi State Council is shocked and saddened by the tragic road accident that claimed the lives of seven esteemed journalists in Gombe… The post Kebbi NUJ Mourns Seven Journalists Killed In Gombe Auto Crash appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, in a bid to further strengthen the operational capabilities, administrative stability and guarantee the smooth implementation of government policies across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), has approved the appointment of nine new Permanent Secretaries in the Public Service of the State. The appointment was contained in a statement signed […] Gov Abiodun appoints 9 permanent secretaries

Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, has extended New Year greetings to residents of Lagos East, Lagos State, and Nigerians at large, urging unity, sustained support for economic reforms and renewed commitment to grassroots development in 2026. The post Abiru urges unity, economic support in 2026 New Year message appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The NWC said committees would manage party affairs in both states, in line with Section 21(2) (a-b) of the party constitution, for up to three months or until new executives were elected. The post PDP appoints caretaker committees in Cross River, Akwa Ibom appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Some residents of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, have staged protests against the demolition of Baptist Primary School in the Idi-Ikan area of the city. DAILY POST gathered that the primary school is located in Ward 5 of Ibadan North-West Local Government Area. The school is one of the oldest primary schools in Ibadan and […] Residents protest demolition of primary school in Ibadan

Dumebi Kachikwu warns President Tinubu that new Nigeria tax reforms will worsen hardship, urging a suspension to protect citizens from a greater tax burden Read More: https://punchng.com/dont-begin-2026-with-tax-burden-kachikwu-urges-tinubu/

MURIC calls for the immediate arrest of Kanayo over an alleged viral threat targeting Igbo Muslims, raising concerns about rising tensions and safety.

A former member of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Hon. Moruf Musa, has been abducted by gunmen and taken to an undisclosed location. Musa was reportedly kidnapped on Tuesday The post JUST IN: Gunmen abduct former Ogun lawmaker Musa appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Algeria delivered a dominant and assured performance to defeat Equatorial Guinea 3-1 on Wednesday, securing qualification for the knockout stage of the Africa Cup of Nations.

The Budget Office of the Federation has staunchly defended the integrity of Nigeria’s newly enacted Tax Reform Acts, urging adherence to due process while dismissing allegations of post-passage alterations as… The post Budget Office Reaffirms Tax Reform Acts’ Integrity, Warns Against Speculation Amid Alteration Allegations appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former  presidential candidate, and lwader of the Social Democratic party, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has strongly criticised Nigeria’s proposed 2026 tax reform law, describing it as “a bad, unjust and impractical… The post Proposed 2026 Tax Law Is Unjust, Dangerous , Designed To Enslave Nigerians Economically – Adebayo appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Burna Boy's playful remark about believing Rahman Jago more than the Bible has ignited mixed reactions online, reflecting his recent conversion to Islam

The Nigerian Air Force NAF says it neutralized 2,351 terrorists, including their leaders, through sustained, intelligence-driven operations nationwide, in 2025. It stated that these feats were achieved through 274 Air The post NAF: airstrikes neutralise 2,351 terrorists in 2025 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

History was made once again as fans emphatically crowned Kennyblaq “The Greatest Showman” after he sold out the Mobolaji Johnson Arena (formerly Onikan Stadium) for the second time with his blockbuster Reckless Musicomedy Festival, drawing over 20,000 ecstatic fans to The post Kennyblaq holds Onikan stadium crowd spellbound at Reckless Musicomedy Festival appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Defense Headquarters (DHQ), on Wednesday said, Troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria have recorded unprecedented operational successes in the outgoing year 2025 with a total arrest of 4,375… The post Troops Arrest 4,375 Terrorists, Rescue 2,336 Kidnapped Victims, Stop Oil Theft Worth Over 8.9bn In 2025 – DHQ appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, a former Minister of Transportation, has urged Nigerians to demand responsive and accountable leadership as part of efforts to achieve a national turning point in 2026. In his New Year message, Amaechi said the country’s challenges over the past year — including economic hardship, rising cost of living and insecurity […] The post Amaechi urges Nigerians to demand responsive leadership for turning point in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mohammed alleged that one of his commissioners was currently being detained by the EFCC, describing the action as politically motivated. The post I won’t join APC - Bala Mohammed accuses FG of persecuting him with EFCC appeared first on Vanguard News.

As the nation welcomes the year 2026, the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, says there will be no room for complacency on the part of his administration, promising… The post New Year: Gov Mbah Promises Accelerated Consolidation appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Ahead of the new tax regime scheduled to commence in 2026, the Young Progressives Party, YPP, has called on Nigerians to remain vigilant and demand accountability from government. YPP made the call in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Egbeola Wale Martins, through which it also extended New Year greetings to Nigerians. The […] New Year: Be vigilant, demand accountability from leaders – YPP urges Nigerians

Yemi Odubiyi, Group CEO of Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc, and Abubakar Suleiman, Managing Director of Sterling Bank Limited, have continued to mop up the Group’s shares, closing the year The post Odubiyi, Suleiman acquire 164m additional Sterling HoldCo shares appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has called on Nigerians to demand accountable governance and people-oriented reforms as the country enters the New Year 2026, amid lingering economic hardship and insecurity. In a statement issued to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja, Amaechi extended goodwill to Nigerians, praying for peace and prosperity in […]

Sudan must face 2022 champions Senegal in the last 16 of the Afcon after losing 2-0 to Burkina Faso in their final group game on Wednesday, while Algeria beat Equatorial Guinea 3-1 at the same time. The post AFCON: Algeria maintain perfect record, as Sudan lose to Burkina Faso appeared first on Vanguard News.