Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have intensified intelligence-driven operations across Benue and Nasarawa States, recording significant successes in recent days, including the neutralisation of an armed bandit and the arrest of several criminal suspects. In a series of coordinated missions between February 3 and 5, 2026, the Joint Task Force comprising troops, police personnel, […]

Nigerian skit maker and actor, Ganiyu Morufu, popularly known as Ijoba Lande, has alleged that he was assaulted by officers of the Area ‘J’ Division of the Lagos State Command of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), who allegedly confiscated his mobile phone and stole cash belonging to his brother. In a video posted on his […]

The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) commends Abia Governor Alex Otti for significant Abia economic growth, including a 10% GDP increase. Read More: https://punchng.com/cibn-lauds-abia-gov-over-10-gdp-growth-poverty-reduction/

Raji Adebayo A leading People’s Democratic Party, (PDP), governorship aspirant in Oyo state, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo has faulted the Senate over the removal of the electronic transmission of results…

Four clubs have secured their spots in the semi-finals of this season’s Copa del Rey. The qualified teams include Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Athletic Bilbao, and Real Sociedad. This follows the completion of the quarter-finals on Thursday evening. Atletico Madrid advanced with a convincing 5-0 victory over Real Betis, with new signing Ademola Lookman contributing to […] Copa del Rey: All four teams that have qualified for semi-finals

Court documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein's withdrawal from trading Nigerian crude due to fraud fears linked to NNPCL, exposing Nigeria's oil sector governance issues.

He explained that the intervention upgraded major components of the facility... The post NEDC rehabilitates Tafawa Balewa’s tomb, adjoining facilities appeared first on Tribune Online.

Towards improving the epileptic power situation, the Katsina State government has concluded plans to procure 200 distribution transformers to strengthen electricity supply to communities in the state. Dr Hafiz Ibrahim,…

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, faction loyal to former Rivers State Governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has appointed a caretaker committee for the party in Plateau State as part of a major reorganisation of its structures ahead of the 2027 political cycle. A statement signed by the National Publicity […] Wike’s PDP faction appoints caretaker committee for Plateau

The Police Command in Kogi says eight suspected criminals have been arrested in a joint bush combing operation by security operatives in the state. A statement signed by the command’s The post Police arrest eight suspects in bush combing operation in Kogi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Kano State Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner of the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), Ahmad Muhammad Wada received the Comptroller of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kano Command, Tahir Ahmad Lawan,…

  Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has issued a serious warning against an alleged plan to invade and take over the Ikirun palace. The governor also directed security agencies to immediately secure the palace premises. The warning was contained in a statement released by his the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, following reports of a planned […] The post Gov Adeleke Directs Heightened Security Over Alleged Takeover of Akirun Palace appeared first on OsunDefender.

Magistrate Adukwu dismissed the criminal defamation suit against actress Lizzy Anjorin, citing lack of merit and procedural flaws in the complaint.

Several Nigerians died from snakebites after delayed treatment, poor infrastructure and lack of anti-venom, raising concerns over emergency health response.

A pastor has caused a stir on social media after handing his church's entire offering to a young lady who attended his service at night. He shared why he did so.

Troops of the Nigerian Army have dismantled kidnappers’ hideouts in Edo North Senatorial District, apprehended 13 suspects and recovered arms, drugs and other incriminating items. This is contained in a The post Troops smash kidnappers’ camps, apprehend 13 suspects in Edo appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Amidst illegal hijack of Osun local government fund and violation of Osun local finance laws, Governor Ademola Adeleke has condemned the impunity and gross violation of the constitution, declaring that “Osun people won’t bow to impunity”. Addressing the inaugural outing of the MINARET University at Ikirun on Thursday, Governor Adeleke in a strongly worded speech [...]

INEC registered Democratic Leadership Alliance and Nigeria Democratic Congress, raising Nigeria’s total political parties to 21 ahead of the 2027 elections.

A young lady who is a close friend of late singer Ifunanya Nwangene, lamented her death and shared what the singer told her days before the tragic incident.

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the deadly terrorist attacks carried out between 3 and 4 February 2026 in Woro and Nuku communities of Kaiama Local Government Area, The post Coalition of northern groups condemns deadly attacks in Kwara, Katsina appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Torkwase Nyiekaa The Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of KSI Construction Company Limited, Engr. Koleola Emmanuel Fadeni, has congratulated the Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly,…

Arsenal could take another giant step towards the Premier League title with victory over Sunderland on Saturday before Manchester City face a daunting trip to Liverpool. The post Man City confront Anfield hoodoo as Arsenal eye Premier League crown appeared first on Vanguard News.

Wilson Macaulay A prominent Niger Delta ex-militant and Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) Third Phase stakeholder, as well as Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor on Security, Hon. Clement Ofovwi,…

A Nigeria Customs officer was killed by suspected smugglers in Ogun. The unit seized ₦3.32bn worth of illegal goods, including rice, vehicles, and drugs. Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-officer-killed-in-ogun-ambush-%e2%82%a63-32bn-smuggled-goods-seized/

The Kwara State Police Public Relations Officer, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, says the police were overwhelmed at the time terrorists carried out the violent and fatal attack on Woro community. Ejire-Adeyemi said this on Friday in an interview on ‘The Morning Brief’, a programme on Channels Television. rResidents of Woro community where the attack took place alleged […] Kwara Attack: Police were overwhelmed – PRO, Ejire-Adeyemi

“In line with this strategy, discovered bandit camps and hideouts were neutralised to prevent reuse and deny criminal elements any operational comfort.”

The National Youth Authority (NYA) CEO, Osman Abdulai Ayariga, has warned that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) risks falling short of its promise if it is implemented as a goods-only agreement that ignores the mobility and protection of Africa’s youthful talent. Delivering a keynote address at the Africa Prosperity Dialogues on the theme, […]

Enugu State Police have successfully conducted a stolen truck recovery. The Sinotruk, hijacked in Delta State, was found abandoned by suspects in Awgu. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-recover-stolen-truck-in-enugu/

In another development, an eight-year-old boy, identified as Abdussalam Ibrahim, had fallen into a well at Kofar Yamma, Karaye town, Karaye Local Government Area The post Kano teenager drowns in open water appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Hundreds of residents from Zurak and Sabon Gari communities in Plateau State’s Wase Local Government Area have fled their homes due to renewed fear of bandits’ attack. The displacement followed two separate attacks on Monday, where gunmen on motorcycles killed a soldier and five residents in Zurak, while three soldiers went missing. The attackers targeted […] Plateau communities flee ancestral homes over fear, bandits’ attacks

Raji Adebayo The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its preparedness for the official commencement of the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode of the West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) organised…

The United States has strongly condemned the recent deadly attack in Kwara State, Nigeria, which reportedly claimed over 160 lives, with the toll still unconfirmed and many victims unaccounted for.

The United States has strongly condemned the recent deadly attack in Kwara State, Nigeria, which reportedly claimed over 160 lives, with the toll still unconfirmed and many victims unaccounted for.

MTN Ghana has taken a bold step to expand digital opportunities for young people in Ghana by signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with youth-led non-profit, Thrive & Shine.

I remember one of my trips to Kaiama with a group of friends a few years ago, at the early stages of the Boko Haram crisis. As we drove through the vast Borgu Game Reserve, endless forests, deep isolation, and historically bad roads, a troubling thought crossed my mind: if Boko Haram ever reached this […] The post Woro was not an accident: How neglect turned Borgu into a killing field, By Hussaini Abdu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Chelsea coach Liam Rosenior accuses Arsenal of a lack of disrespect during the warm-up for their Carabao Cup semi-final. Read his full comments. Read More: https://punchng.com/rosenior-accuses-arsenal-of-disrespect-in-chelseas-efl-semi-final-loss/