Cross River command spokesperson, ASP Sunday Eitokpah said the attack carried out by suspected arsonists around 3.am on Thursday.

Nigeria’s National Universities Commission (NUC) has introduced strict new guidelines to curb the indiscriminate conferment of honorary doctorate awards. Read More: https://punchng.com/nuc-cracks-down-on-indiscriminate-honorary-doctorate-awards/

The Houses of Nigeria (ASHON) has urged caution as the Nigerian capital market experiences a sustained bullish run, warning that unchecked speculation could threaten market stability. The current rally on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has generated excitement among investors, but analysts have raised concerns that some securities are experiencing sharp price gains without corresponding […]

Gombe LG chairman lists four key priorities for local government autonomy to succeed: primary health, primary education, local security, and agriculture. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-lg-chair-lists-four-priorities-for-autonomy/

The Nigerian Senate urges a return to direct contractor payments, citing flaws and delays in the current centralized system affecting various MDAs. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-pushes-for-direct-contractor-payments-amid-system-delays/

Explore the deep-rooted NNPC corruption, analogized as a ‘Nigerian National Plundering Corporation,’ and the monumental failure of its oil refineries. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-nigerian-national-plundering-corporation/

Edo State Police arrested 113 suspected kidnappers in a major police raid on forests in Edo North and Central, targeting criminal support networks. Read More: https://punchng.com/113-suspects-nabbed-in-edo-forest-police-raid/

Christopher University in Ogun State has matriculated 184 students for its 2025/2026 session, with the VC warning against drug abuse and cultism. Read More: https://punchng.com/christopher-varsity-matriculates-184-warns-against-drugs/

The Nigerian government reaffirms its commitment to establishing state police, stating the time has come for decentralized policing to tackle security issu Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-ready-for-state-police-says-fg/

A police witness testified in a Federal High Court that Fulani chiefs sponsored over 200 armed men to carry out the deadly Yelwata attack in Benue State. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-200-men-wielding-ak-47s-stormed-yelwata-police-witness/

Rivers State Governor Fubara sets strict governance rules for new appointees, warning the SSG and CoS against disloyalty and emphasizing public service. Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-sets-strict-governance-rules-for-ssg-cos/

Nigerian music producer Osabuohien Osaretin, popularly known as Sarz, has explained why artistes in the country earn significantly less from music streaming than their counterparts in Western markets. Speaking on a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, the producer highlighted the sharp revenue gap tied to geographic location. According to him, one million streams in […]

Join Minister Tunji-Ojo for a lecture on harnessing Nigerians in the diaspora for national growth at King’s College London on April 2, 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/tunji-ojo-others-for-uk-lecture/

Renaissance Africa Energy Company, has called for accelerated adoption of cleaner energy solutions across Africa, viewing the ongoing exit of international oil companies (IOCs) as a golden opportunity for indigenous firms to lead the charge. The chief executive officer of Renaissance, Tony Attah, called for Africa’s energy transition to be on African terms, urging global […]

Dansol High School in Lagos grants school tuition waivers to essay competition winners as part of its 30th-anniversary celebration. See the winners. Read More: https://punchng.com/pupils-get-tuition-waivers-as-lagos-school-clocks-30/

INEC has released a new, revised timetable for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. See the full schedule of activities and key dates for all polls. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-revised-timetable-schedule-for-2027-general-elections/

Global Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has launched the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, a non-profit initiative that provides music education and industry access to emerging African talent. The singer announced the development on her Instagram page, stating that the move marks a new chapter focused on giving back to the continent. “After years of building globally, […]

Secondary school students in Edo State outperform a generative AI system in a live quiz contest, showcasing superior reasoning and collaborative problem-so Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-students-beat-ai-in-quiz-contest/

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Justice Kutigi recalled that Maina was released from prison on account of his two years conviction for money laundering on February 25, 2025, yet has not made himself available in court for his trial since then.

Sanwo-Olu also urged them to balance social media use with their studies, encouraging responsible engagement on platforms such as TikTok and Snapchat.

Adaora Soludo, daughter of Anambra’s governor, is now the state women’s leader for President Bola Tinubu’s political support group, City Boy Movement. Read More: https://punchng.com/city-boys-movement-appoints-soludos-daughter-womens-leader/

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers has got Nigerians talking after issuing a major threat to his newly appointed Chief of Staff, while reading him a riot act.

The Department of State Services, DSS, has issued a statement on the release of Walida Ibrahim, the Jigawa State teenager whose disappearance in 2023 sparked widespread controversy, to the Jigawa…

Crystal Palace beat Zrinjski Mostar to reach the last 16. Get all the latest Conference League results, including Fiorentina’s dramatic aggregate win. Read More: https://punchng.com/palace-battle-into-conference-league-last-16/

Kano’s anti-graft agency completes a vehicle recovery from five former commissioners, including Kwankwaso’s son, who failed to return government property. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-anti-graft-agency-recovers-vehicles-from-kwankwasos-son-four-others/

She explained that HEFAMAA has been moving across local government areas in Lagos State to sensitise healthcare providers and residents on the need for proper registration and compliance, adding that approved facilities can be identified through the official logo and QR code.