A fire incident in Ibadan, Oyo State, razed a six-room bungalow, causing losses worth millions. Officials report the cause was an unattended gas cylinder. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-razes-building-in-oyo/

In just a few years, Tungwarara has travelled a remarkable distance—from relative obscurity to proximity with State House, from borehole launches to diplomatic credentials, from empowerment rhetoric to ownership of high-value assets that would make even seasoned industrialists blush. The post From Boreholes to Private Jets: The curious rise of Paul Tungwarara appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has assured families of Kurmin Wali kidnap victims of military efforts to ensure their safe return. LEADERSHIP reports that about 177 persons, including a large number of worshippers, were kidnapped from three churches in the village last Sunday. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, in a statement, said […]

Actress Nancy Isime has revealed that kindness is a crucial trait she seeks in a life partner, outweighing wealth or material possessions. Speaking with media personality Morayo Afolabi-Brown, the 34-year-old The post Why I prioritise kindness in a partner – Nancy Isime appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Videos of former governor Donald Duke's daughter, Donna, marrying Pastor Tony Rapu’s son, Tobe, have emerged, showcasing heartfelt moments online.

Edo-based socio-cultural group, Edo Youth for Sustainable Development (EYSD), has expressed support for the return bid of the Member representing Orhionmwon/Uhunmwonde Federal Constituency of Edo State, Hon. Billy Osawaru, urging him to consolidate on the gains of his first term in office. The group, in a statement made available to journalists in Benin City at […]

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has expressed disappointment over the resignation of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, describing the decision as a betrayal of voters’ mandate. In a statement issued on Friday, NNPP National Publicity Secretary Ladipo Johnson said Yusuf was elected on the basis of his long-standing association with the Kwankwasiyya Movement […] The post Betrayal of Voters’ Mandate — NNPP Condemns Gov Yusuf’s Resignation appeared first on OsunDefender.

Shettima arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Saturday after representing President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration of Guinea’s President, Mamadi Doumbouya. The post Shettima returns to Abuja after trips to Guinea-Conakry, Switzerland appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria has reaffirmed its strategic commitment to defeating banditry, terrorism and strengthening national security through deeper collaboration with the United States, as the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, hosted a high-level US delegation led by Allison Hooker for a strategic security parley in Abuja on Friday. The meeting, which was held behind closed-doors, […]

The Japanese superstar made the announcement just hours before she was due to meet Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis on centre court in Melbourne. The post Naomi Osaka pulls out of Australian Open injured appeared first on Vanguard News.

In politics, rhetoric is cheap. Promises are abundant. What remains scarce almost endangered is governance that can be touched, measured, and driven upon. In the Federal Capital Territory today, roads have emerged as the most honest witnesses to leadership, and they are speaking loudly, clearly, and without ambiguity.   If roads could vote, Abuja’s would […]

Money should move without borders. It doesn’t, yet. OneDosh has closed a $3M pre-seed to build the stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure the global economy has been waiting for. Founded in February 2025 by Jackson Ukuevo — Co-Founder & CEO Godwin Okoye — Co-Founder Babatunde Osinowo – Co-Founder OneDosh wasn’t built from theory. It was built from […] ONEDOSH raises $3m pre-seed to build the global stablecoin payment rails  

Nigerian writer and life coach, Solomon Buchi, has criticised the behaviours of some Lagos-based content creators and celebrities during the visit of American streamer Darren Watkins, popularly known as IShowSpeed, to Nigeria. LEADERSHIP reports that IShowSpeed, 21, is currently on his “Speed Does Africa” tour, which berthed in Lagos, Nigeria, on January 21, 2026, coinciding […]

The top “how to start” query was “how to start a business,” which recorded an 80 per cent increase, alongside rising interest in starting podcasts, YouTube channels and blogs. The post ‘How to Start a Business’, ‘How to be a better kisser’, top Nigerians’ Google searches this January appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has said that his current priority is delivering good governance and quality representation, not the 2027 Abia governorship race. The post Abia 2027 guber race not my focus – Reps Deputy Speaker, Kalu appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Government has warned that any act of violence framed along religious lines will be regarded as a direct attack on the Nigerian state. The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, stated this while reaffirming the government’s commitment to protecting all citizens, regardless of religious affiliation. Ribadu made the remarks at the end of the […] The post Religious-Based Violence Will Be Treated as Attack on Nigeria – NSA Ribadu appeared first on OsunDefender.

A devastating fire has ravaged a residential building at Block D5, Ifedapo Estate, in the Amuloko area of Ibadan, and destroyed properties worth millions of naira.  The post Fire razes building in Oyo appeared first on Vanguard News.

They say variety is the spice of life, and Nigeria’s fashion industry is turning that variety into economic value. Beyond clothing, designers and artisans are redefining style through handcrafted accessories, particularly Ankara and Adire bags that blend cultural heritage with modern functionality. Once seen mainly as traditional fabrics, Ankara and Adire are now driving a […]

China investigates top generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli for serious violations, the latest in Xi Jinping’s sweeping Chinese military corruption probe. Read More: https://punchng.com/top-chinese-military-officials-face-corruption-probe/

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has explained the reasons behind its decision to withdraw a suit it instituted against the Nigeria Police Force at the Federal High Court, Abuja. The explanation was contained in a press statement issued on Friday, signed by the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong. The party said it filed […] Why we withdrew suit against police before Justice Abdulmalik – PDP

“While it is gratifying that the soldiers were interrogated by Defence Headquarters (DHQ) according to a report, the guards who left the school at that auspicious time of the dawn should still be behind bars facing interrogation. Does guard duty end by 3 am? Who does that?

The Oyo State Fire Services Agency has disclosed that no fewer than a total of 30 bodies were recovered from fire incidents across the State in 2025. Chairman of the agency who doubles as the Special Adviser on Fire Reform to Governor Seyi Makinde of the State, Dr Maroof Akinwande, who disclosed this during an […]

Tertiary education staff in Katsina have suspended their two-week warning strike over salary increments and other demands. Negotiations will now commence. Read More: https://punchng.com/tertiary-education-staff-in-katsina-call-off-strike/

Tertiary educational institutions owned by the Katsina State Government has suspended its two-week warning strike. The Chairman of the Joint Consultative Forum, Dr. Muhammad Nasir-Gidado made the disclosure in a statement issued in Katsina on Saturday. The statement, according to the News Agency of Nigeria, noted that the strike was declared by the forum on […] Katsina owned tertiary institutions suspend strike

Amid the growing popularity of zobo drink across all age groups, driven by its natural appeal and widely acknowledged health benefits, investment in the zobo value chain is emerging as a viable source of steady income for entrepreneurs. Findings show that hibiscus, the plant from which zobo is derived, presents a promising agribusiness opportunity capable […]

Nigeria’s national grid collapsed due to multiple 330kV transmission lines tripping and generators disconnecting, the system operator (NISO) confirms. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-national-grid-collapsed-on-friday-niso/

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has assured families of Kurmin Wali kidnap victims of military efforts to ensure their safe return. LEADERSHIP reports that about 177 persons, including a large number of worshippers, were kidnapped from three churches in the village last Sunday. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, in a statement, said […]

Nelson Chamisa has returned to politics. Or, more precisely, he has announced that he has stopped watching the dance floor from the sidelines and decided to reclaim it—because, according to him, no one else had the decency or competence to dance on it in his absence. The post Autopsy of a Return: Nelson Chamisa, the vacant dance floor, and the politics of strategic amnesia appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

The Kano State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr Dahiru Hashim, has resigned from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) with immediate effect. Dr Hashim announced his decision in a resignation letter dated Friday, January 23, 2026, which he addressed to the NNPP chairman of Gobirawa Ward in Dala Local Government Area of Kano […] Kano commissioner resigns from NNPP

Gumel, in his congratulatory message signed by Tony Nezianya, spokesman of the NOC on Saturday, described Omidiran as one of Nigeria’s sporting finest personalities.

Nigerian writer and life coach, Solomon Buchi, has criticised the behaviours of some Lagos-based content creators and celebrities during the visit of American streamer Darren Watkins, popularly known as IShowSpeed, to Nigeria. LEADERSHIP reports that IShowSpeed, 21, is currently on his “Speed Does Africa” tour, which berthed in Lagos, Nigeria, on January 21, 2026, coinciding […]

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to postpone the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections slated for Saturday, 21 February 2026, citing the Ramadan fast. In a letter dated 22 January 2026, the party said the election date “falls within the period of the Ramadan fast, […] ADC asks INEC to postpone FCT area council polls over ramadan

In a post on X on Friday, Mr Ribadu described the Working Group meeting on Thursday between top officials from the US and Nigeria as a trust-based relationship. The post Why we met with US officials — Ribadu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Nigerian Exchange closed slightly higher as bargain hunting in select stocks offset selling pressure, lifting the benchmark index despite bearish market breadth.

Gombe State has recorded a rise in reported cases of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) over the past five years, with 645 survivors treated between 2021 and 2025, the majority of them adolescent girls aged 10 to 14 years. The Chief Medical Director of the Specialists Hospital, Gombe, Dr. Sambo Bawa, disclosed this on Friday […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, re-arraigned Petro Union Oil and Gas Company Limited before the Federal High Court in Lagos for alleged forging a £2.6 billion Barclays Bank cheque. The anti-graft agency docked the oil company before Justice Ayokunle Faji on a seven-count amended charge of forgery, conspiracy, and obtaining money […]