Nigerian singer-songwriter Bukola Elemide, widely known as Asa, has announced the death of her mother, leaving fans and colleagues sending messages of support. The music star disclosed the loss in a touching Instagram post on Tuesday, where she expressed deep sorrow while celebrating her mother’s life and impact on her. Describing her as irreplaceable, Asa [...]

Last Sunday, former Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, paid a Sallah visit to the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso in Kano State. According to a post shared on X by Dr Yunusa Tanko, Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, following Obi’s meeting with Kwankwaso, the engagement focused on “strategising […] 2027: Obi–Kwankwaso talks rekindle fresh plot to unseat Tinubu

Members of the Kogi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have expressed full support for the party’s National Chairman, Senator David Mark, passing a vote of confidence in his leadership and clarifying that no court action has been instituted against him or the party’s National Executive Council. The declaration was made at a […]

Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Mr. Kennedy Onuwa Okwudili as an Executive Director of the bank effective May 1, 2026. The appointment, which is consistent with the…

The Kano state government has directed all public office holders planning to contest in the 2026 elections to step down from their positions on or before March 31, 2026. The directive was issued in an official circular signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Farouk Ibrahim, and dated March 24, 2026. It was […] 2027 elections: Resign now if you are contesting – Kano govt tells officials

Experts project the Lagos-Calabar coastal road could increase Nigeria’s GDP to $14tn, as stakeholders plan collaborative development for the project. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-calabar-coastal-road-will-raise-gdp-to-14tn-expert/

The Presidency advises Senator Ali Ndume to share actionable terror intelligence with security agencies instead of making allegations on television. Read More: https://punchng.com/share-terror-intelligence-with-security-agencies-presidency-replies-ndume/

The All Progressives Congress, APC Youth Advocate and Director-General, Youth Jagaban Network, Umar Jijiwa, has alleged that the party’s convention organizers are keeping aspirant nomination forms for those already in power. Jijiwa made this allegation on Tuesday when he featured in an interview on ‘Prime Time’, a programme on Arise Television. The organizers of the […] National Convention: APC reserving forms for those already in power – Jijiwa

Justice Ademuyiwa Oyeyipo of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, sitting in Jabi, Abuja, has granted leave to a United Kingdom-based Nigerian, Mr Emmanuel Opeyemi Makinde, to testify virtually before the court over an alleged marriage scam. The court fixed May 7, 2026 for Makinde to give his testimony before the court. A travel […]

The Federal High Court, Kaduna Division, on Tuesday, adjourned hearing in the bail application filed by a former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, until March 31. The presiding Judge, Justice…

A tricycle operator and his female passenger, on Tuesday evening, perished in a fatal road accident along Umuahia-Ubani-Uzuakoli Road in Abia State, after a fast moving truck crushed the tricycle. The incident, which happened at a dangerous junction popularly known as ‘Sign Board’ along Ubani Market road, resulted in the instant death of two occupants […] Truck driver flees as woman, tricycle rider die in Umuahia accident ​

Corroborating political solidarity for the political aspirations of President Tinubu and Governor Abiodun, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Motunrayo Adijat Adeleye, said the massive turnout of women reflected growing unity, resilience, and influence in public life.

The Director, Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Sam Amadi, says in 2027, Nigeria will have a democracy that would be worse than it is at the moment Amadi made this statement on Tuesday during an interview on ‘Prime Time’, a programme on Arise Television. He was speaking on the nature of democracy that […] Nigeria will have worse democracy in 2027 – Sam Amadi

The governments of Republic of Finland and the Federal Republic of Nigeria have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Digitalisation and Innovation, marking a milestone in deepening bilateral cooperation in the digital sector. This was disclosed by Ms Maria Ruuskanen of the Press and Communications Unit of the Finnish Embassy in Abuja. She said […]

Galatasaray president, Dursun Özbek, has given an update on the recovery of Nigerian footballer, Victor Osimhen. This was after the player had a successful surgery in Istanbul on Monday. Osimhen sustained an injury during Galatasaray’s UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool at Anfield following a challenge with French defender, Ibrahima Konaté in the first half. […] Turkey: ‘As soon as possible’ – Galatasaray gives update on Osimhen’s return

Learn about Druski and Rubi Rose's relationship, including their key moments, controversies, and why the pair ultimately went their separate ways.

LAGOS – The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) has expressed concern over the deepening economic crisis that has plunged millions of Nigerians into unprecedented hardship. The organisation…

Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia, has encouraged the youths to embrace agriculture, stressing that his administration is willing to invest more in the sector to create opportunities and improve livelihoods. The information officer, Benue Links Nigeria Limited, Johnson Ehi Daniel, in a statement yesterday, said Governor Alia spoke when when he paid unscheduled visit to […]

France has described the United States of America as an ‘unpredictable ally’, saying America did not bother to inform it before going to war with Iran. The chief of staff of France’s armed forces, Fabien Mandon, stated this, according to Reuters, indicating that the US is affecting France’s interests and security. During a security and […] War: ‘They didn’t bother to inform us before fighting Iran’ – France slams US as unpredictable ally

A 2027 presidential, Mr Francis Onyema, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the support of some business figures for the “City Boy Movement,” stating that Nigeria’s political culture is deeply rooted in patronage and personal interest. Onyema’s remarks came amid sustained criticism of prominent businessmen, including Obi Cubana and Cubana chief priest, over their […]

Lagos State Government has commenced its 2026 promotion exercise for civil servants and personnel in its parastatal and agencies. The development was announced via the state government’s official X handle, indicating that the exercise covers officers on Grade Levels 01–05 within the core civil service and those on Grade Levels 01–16 in parastatal organisations. As […] Lagos begins 2026 promotion exercise for civil servants

Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday, decried a trend in the country’s contemporary labour market, saying the vast majority of available jobs are informal, unstable, and not fully connected…

The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has taken a major step to strengthen its “National Conflict Early Warning and Early Response System” to ensure preventive and proactive efforts to address conflict before they occur, especially ahead of the 2027 general elections. The director-general of the unstitute Dr Joseph Ochogwu, told a press conference […]

About 1,000 US soldiers are set to depart for the Middle East in the upcoming days, according to Sky and NBC News. Sources familiar with the plans informed the Associated Press that at least 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division will be dispatched to the Middle East shortly. Earlier reports from Sky News and […] Iran war: Thirteen US troops dead, 290 injured as Trump sends more 1,000 to Middle East

Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, has said no single service or security agency can solve Nigeria’s security challenges alone. He stated this in a remark at the inaugural lecture of the Defence Headquarters Joint Doctrine and Welfare Centre in Abuja. Musa said effective joint doctrine serves as the intellectual foundation on which interoperability, coordination […]

Demystifying Nigeria’s new tax laws. This guide answers key questions on transfer pricing, dividends, digital services, double taxation, and more. Read More: https://punchng.com/understanding-intersection-between-you-and-new-tax-laws-ii-2/

The federal government has unveiled an ambitious plan to lift 50 million Nigerians out of poverty within five years, backed by a proposed N10 trillion poverty exit strategy to be implemented between 2026 and 2030. The minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja at a four-day […]

Oil prices fell by over 5% following reports that US President Donald Trump has sent a peace proposal to Iran. Brent crude oil, which serves as the global market benchmark, experienced a decline of nearly six percent on Wednesday. This was after Trump forwarded a peace plan to Iran, according to Agence France-Presse. The price […] Oil price drops after Trump’s latest move

Nigeria’s human rights watchdog has called for swift prosecution and sweeping reforms following reports of sexual violence against women and girls during the Alue-Do Cultural Festival in Ozoro, Delta State. The executive secretary of the National Human Rights Commission, Mr Tony Ojukwu, who condemned the alleged abuses in strong terms, labelling them “unacceptable” and “the […]

Nollywood actress, Uche Montana has spoken candidly about the impact of fame on her romantic life, noting that fame might scare some potential suitors away. In a recent interview with Uncut Xtra podcast, Montana said it would take “a special kind of man” to approach her for a relationship and accept her for who she […] ‘It will take special man to have all of me’ – Actress, Uche Montana

Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (rtd), has admonished the newly promoted deputy inspectors-general of police and assistant inspectors-general of police to embrace strategic leadership and good corporate governance as foundational pillars for reforming the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). In a lead paper titled, “Policing Strategic Leadership on Promoting Public […]

Popular Nigerian singer, Chike has revealed the marital advice his mother gave to him, sharing that she told him not to marry someone who doesn’t adds value to his life regardless of love. Speaking in a recent interview with Ada’s Room podcast, Chike disclosed that his mother advised him never to marry from a poor […] My mum told me never to marry unemployed woman – Singer Chike

Zamfara State commissioner for Education, Science and Technology in Zamfara State, Mallam Wadatau Madawaki, has resigned from the State Executive Council (SEC) following the defection of Governor Dauda Lawal from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Madawaki, who confirmed his resignation yesterday, said his decision was based on his loyalty […]

Governor Ododo unveils Southward Hospital, a new Kogi hospital with advanced diagnostics like MRI & CT scans, to boost healthcare in Kabba/Bunu. Read More: https://punchng.com/ododo-unveils-hospital-diagnostic-centre-in-kogi-community/

American hip-hop legend and billionaire music executive, Jay-Z, has denied taking sides in the beef between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar. In a recent interview with GQ, the HOV crooner debunked claims that he chose sides by picking Kendrick Lamar over Drake for the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. He explained that he chose Kendrick […] Jay-Z denies taking sides in Drake, Kendrick Lamar’s beef

For thousands of Nigerians who face a daily struggle to stay protected from HIV, the arrival of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injection taken just twice a year, signals a new chapter in prevention. For many, it represents freedom from stigma, from pill fatigue and from the constant reminders of risk. The minister of State for Health […]