A Federal High Court sitting in Calabar has remanded six persons over the alleged kidnapping and killing of Prof Ekanem Phillip Ephraim, a Professor of Neurology at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital. The post Court remands six over kidnap, murder of UCTH Professor in Calabar appeared first on Vanguard News.

Access to Facebook and TikTok was cut off in Gabon on Wednesday, hours after the country’s media regulator ordered an indefinite suspension of social media platforms, citing the spread of hate speech and content capable of provoking unrest. The High Authority for Communication (HAC) announced the move late Tuesday, attributing its decision to the “risk […]

The Nigerian Senate issues a stern warning to heads of MDAs over persistent lateness to budget defence sessions, vowing to end the culture of disrespect. Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-coming-late-to-budget-meetings-senate-warns-mdas/

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Victor Osimhen says Galatasaray’s  UEFA Champions League clash with Juventus is not over yet, Prompt News reports. Galatasaray will head into the second leg next week Wednesday with a three-goal advantage having won the first leg 5-2. Despite the handsome lead, Osimhen warned his teammates they can’t afford to be complacent. [...]

The management of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN) has debunked claims that students of other faiths were compelled memorise Qur’an as a condition for admission, clarifying that the policy applied only to Muslim students, while alternatives are provided for non-Muslims. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abdulrashid Garba, made the clarification during a media parley and facility […]

The NCDMB has reminded companies operating in Nigeria’s upstream oil and gas sector that payment of the one per cent NCDF levy remains compulsory under the law.

A tragic Enugu tree accident has claimed 11 lives after a massive tree collapsed on two commercial vehicles at Awhum Village Market Square in Udi. Read More: https://punchng.com/11-die-as-tree-crushes-two-commercial-vehicles-in-enugu/

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has described the passage of the Electoral Act Amendment by the National Assembly as anti-democratic and a betrayal of Nigerians. Spokesman of the party, Ini Ememobong, made the assertion in a statement on Wednesday. Ememobong said the anti-democratic stance of the Senate and the sudden somersault by the House of […] Electoral Act: Anti-democratic, betrayal of Nigerians – PDP knocks NASS

Iranian and American negotiators in Geneva agreed on “a set of guiding principles” that could form the basis of a deal to avert another conflict, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi…

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Prof Jude Osakwe, NIDO Africa Chairman, has said that the association with collaborative efforts of the Nigerian Embassy and NIDCOM had successfully facilitated the rescue and repatriation of a 12-year-old…

The Movement for Credible Election (MCE) has vowed to institute legal action against the National Assembly, the police and others involved in the attack on protesters who were clamouring for…

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg arrived at a Los Angeles court on Wednesday to testify at a groundbreaking social media addiction trial, where Instagram and other platforms are accused of deliberately hooking young users. The post Zuckerberg to testify in landmark social media addiction trial appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria-born defender Hamdi Akujobi has joined Dutch club Excelsior Rotterdam on a free transfer, DAILY POST reports. Akujobi signed a contract until the end of the season with the option for another year. The 26-year-old is currently recuperating from a cruciate ligament injury he sustained during his time with SC Heerenveen . He is in […] Transfer: Nigerian-born defender joins Dutch club Sparta Rotterdam

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was reappointed Wednesday by parliament to form her second Cabinet, following last week’s landslide election win that she hopes will allow a hard-right move to…

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential frontrunner Peter Obi, has reacted to the significant coincidence of Christians and Muslims beginning their fasting and absentance religious obligations on the same day. Writing in his X handle, the former Anambra state governor and the Labour Party 2023 flagbearer said,“Today, Wednesday, February [...]

According to Abiodun, the prayers and supplications offered during the fasting season would strengthen Ogun State and the nation spiritually. The post Ramadan, Lent underscore shared values of faith, sacrifice, charity – Gov Abiodun appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer has responded after a throwback video showing her referring to colleague Tonto Dikeh as “family” resurfaced online, sparking fresh controversy on social media.

Federal Ministry of Education opens a nationwide portal for recruiting Technical Facilitators to enhance vocational education and bridge Nigeria's skills gap.

Idongesit Ashameri Fresh controversy has erupted over Akwa Ibom’s fiscal performance after Premium Times questioned the State’s revenue growth and corresponding development outcomes. The Premium Times report which detailed a…

Bauchi State has drastically reduced the number of out-of-school children, cutting the figure from 1.7 million in 2019 to 216,000 in 2025, about 85 per cent reduction, the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has disclosed. The Permanent Secretary of SUBEB, Abdulhamid Mohammed Jibrin, made the disclosure while briefing journalists during a SUBEB conference held […] Bauchi cuts out-of-school children by 85% in six years

The president signed the bill on Wednesday, days after the Independent National Electoral Commission released the timetable for the 2027 general elections. The post Breaking: Tinubu signs amended Electoral Act 2026 into law appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kwara State chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC) on Wednesday held congress across the 193 wards of the state, indicating emergence of the party leadership at that level. The post Kwara APC holds peaceful congress, party commends members appeared first on Vanguard News.

An early morning fire outbreak at a storey building housing electronics and electrical appliances on Wednesday, destroyed property worth millions of naira in Nnewi North Local Government area of Anambra,. The post Fire guts electronics shops in Anambra  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Two people have been killed in Idanre community, Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State, amid the escalating violence rocking the State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC. The yet to be identified victims were attacked by hoodlums during the ward congress of the APC in the local government. During a stakeholders’ meeting of […] Two killed as political thugs disrupt Ondo APC congress

The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) has praised the Dangote Group’s investment in local refining, highlighting its transformative impact on petroleum distribution and road transport operations nationwide. The post NARTO commends Dangote Refinery for boosting Nigeria’s economy appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Senate reprimanded federal agency heads for lateness at 2026 budget defence, warning that disrespect for oversight would no longer be tolerated.

A chieftain and community leader, Chief Olayinka Segelu Akintola Oladimeji, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim and Christian faithful as the sacred seasons of Ramadan and Lent commence. In a…

Eddie Howe has named his Newcastle United team to face Qarabag in the first-leg of their Champions League play-off match. The Magpies make the longest trip ever made by an…

In the Bwari FCT poll, PDP candidate Julius Adamu has withdrawn for APC’s Joshua Musa after a high-profile intervention by Minister Nyesom Wike. Read More: https://punchng.com/fct-poll-pdp-candidate-steps-down-for-apc-after-wikes-intervention/

Ex-Rivers governor Rotimi Amaechi discusses his intentions to run in the 2027 election and outlines what he plans to do if he does not secure the ADC party ticket.

President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s electoral reform process. The signing followed the passage of the legislation by the National Assembly on Tuesday after months of debate, review and amendments by both chambers with controversy raging over electronic transfer […]

President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s electoral reform process. The signing followed the passage of the legislation by the National Assembly on Tuesday after months of debate, review and amendments by both chambers with controversy raging over electronic transfer […]

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has taken a swipe at the former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, in a renewed rivalry between the two ex-governors of Rivers.

FC Barcelona made only one first-team signing in January, but strengthened the ranks of the reserve team, Barça Atletic, with multiple new acquisitions. Players like Joaquin Delgado, Hamza Abdelkarim, Juwensley…

The Kano State Hisba Board has banned tricycle operators from wearing three-quarter trousers and other immoral acts during the holy month of Ramadan. Read More: https://punchng.com/ramadan-kano-hisba-bans-tricycle-operators-from-wearing-three-quarter-trousers-others/