Vice President Kashim Shettima is leading national tributes to fallen heroes as Nigeria is marks the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) at the cenotaph of the Unknown The post Shettima leads Nigerian to honour Armed Forces, fallen heroes appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Peter Obi spoke about the legacy of the fallen soldiers, regarding them as heroes who gave their lives for the peace of Nigeria...

Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has ordered the demolition of terrorist hideouts in Okene Local Government Area of the state. The operation commenced with the demolition of a suspected Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, hideout in Sambel, Idoji, after a series of banditry attacks in the area. DAILY POST recalls that a few months […] Kogi Govt begins demolition of suspected ISWAP, bandits’ hideouts

Super Eagles striker, Akor Adams has told Nigerian journalists to go and interview Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea. Adams spoke as he walked past the journalists at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat following the Super Eagles’ AFCON semi-final defeat to Morocco. “Make una go interview the referee,” Adams told the journalists as they tried […] AFCON: ‘Make una go interview referee’ – Akor Adams tells Nigerian journalists after defeat to Morocco

He explained that the ₦246.77 billion reflected for the NEDC in the budget was a lump-sum statutory provision, not an allocation dedicated solely to staff salaries.

The Centre for Energy Reforms (CER) has expressed confidence that the appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as chief executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) will enhance the Commission’s The post Energy Reform group welcomes Eyesan’s appointment as NUPRC chief executive appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

An independent civic watchdog has said the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, do not meet constitutional requirements for removal from office. The post Civic group clears Fubara, says impeachment process lacks constitutional basis appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

…Gov Also Visited Okene To Commiserate With Late Suleiman’s Family LAGOS – The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo on Wednesday visited the family of late Hon. James Onoja… The post Ododo Promises To Sponsor Education, Welfare Of Late Onoja’s Children appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Actress Kemi Afolabi has reached out to the public for help as she begins the search for long-lost friend, Maria Stephen Seun. In a social media post, Kemi revealed that The post Kemi Afolabi seeks help in locating lost school friend appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Renowned Kenyan producer Toni Kamau has been appointed as a juror for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. The festival, a premier destination for independent cinema, is scheduled to run from January 22 to February 1. Kamau will serve on the World Cinema Documentary Competition jury. She is joined by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Bao Nguyen (The Greatest […] The post Kenyan Producer Toni Kamau joins 2026 Sundance Film Festival jury appeared first on HapaKenya.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reassured serving military personnel of unwavering commitment to improving troops welfare, logistics support and operational capacity. Tinubu emphasised he remains resolute in ensuring that the The post Tinubu pledges stronger welfare, logistics support for military personnel appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigerian Legion is engaging the government to secure subsidised farm inputs and implements for military veterans involved in agriculture. Read More: https://punchng.com/legion-gets-subsidised-farm-inputs-for-military-veteran/

The development followed weeks of heightened criticisms from passport applicants, including prominent Nigerians, who have taken to social media to express frustration with the process. The post NIS Updates Passport Tracking System Amid Public Outcry Over Delay appeared first on Channels Television.

Elon Musk-owned artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, will no longer be permitted to edit images of real people to portray them in revealing clothing, following mounting concerns over the spread of The post X introduces measures to prevent Grok from undressing images appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) on Monday said it was partnering with the Penn State University in the United States to address educational challenges, and boost global education The post Varsities partner to address challenges appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate in the forthcoming Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) election, Dr. Moses Paul, has made a public case for why he believes the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, should support him in his bid to emerge as AMAC’s chairman. The candidate made the statement during an […]

Peter Obi pays tribute on Armed Forces Remembrance Day, urging Nigerians to build a nation worthy of the sacrifices made by fallen military heroes. Read More: https://punchng.com/obi-pays-tribute-to-fallen-heroes-on-armed-forces-remembrance-day/

At a polling station on the outskirts of Kampala, voting began four hours late after officials had to switch to manual verification. The post Voting Deliberately Delayed Amid Internet Blackout In Uganda, Says Opposition appeared first on Channels Television.

Dulux Paints unveils new packaging for its range of paint products, marking a fresh chapter for the brand while maintaining the quality of 6 decades.

Ghanaian sprint star Benjamin Azamati has announced a new partnership with Swiss sportswear brand On, marking a significant milestone in his professional career. The former national 100m record holder shared the news on his Instagram page, posting photos of himself in On apparel with the caption: “New Chapter with @on. Never Question Greatness!” The deal […]

Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Kogi State, has held its 27th annual matriculation ceremony,  formally admitting 9,000 students into various faculties and colleges. Speaking at the event, the Vice Chancellor, The post PAAU matriculates over 9,000 students appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nollywood actress Kemi Afolabi says she keeps seeing her childhood friend in her dreams as she launches a public search for her and asks for help locating her

Lagos State University (LASU) will host the 11th International Conference of Community Psychology (ICCP 2026) from August 28 to September 7, 2026 The Vice Chancellor of LASU and Chairperson of The post LASU to host confab on Community Psychology  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A Nigerian lawmaker slams the delayed House probe into the NFF’s alleged misuse of $25m in FIFA-CAF grants meant for football development. Read More: https://punchng.com/lawmaker-slams-delay-in-probe-of-25m-fifa-caf-grants-to-nff/

Chairman of BUA Group, Abdulsamad Rabiu, has reaffirmed his commitment to reward the Super Eagles with the pledged $500,000, despite Nigeria’s exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

No fewer than 617 final-year students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, and another 92 will be graduating with first-class honours and distinctions, respectively, in various disciplines at this The post UNILAG graduates  617 First Class, 92 distinctions  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Metro Mass Transit Limited (MMT) has announced a reduction in some of its intercity services to redeploy buses for intracity operations in Accra, in a bid to address recent transport challenges in the capital.

It is no more news that Rivers State is once again trapped in a political crisis of its own making, one that did not erupt overnight but was carefully assembled, loudly announced, and then quietly began to fall apart. What was projected as a unified, unstoppable impeachment move against Governor Siminalayi Fubara is now revealing […]

The Vice Chancellor of Caleb University, Imota, Lagos, Prof. Olalekan Asikhia, has urged higher institutions to redesign curricula to meet national needs, foster human‑capital development, promote modern economic sectors and The post Don: why varsities must tackle poverty, unemployment  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Russia has expelled a UK diplomat, named as Gareth Samuel Davies, after accusing him of being an undercover spy, ordering him to leave within two weeks. Read More: https://punchng.com/russia-to-expel-uk-diplomat-accused-of-espionage/

ASUU president said the union is optimistic about the implementation of the agreement in totality, “but there still exists that pessimistic side, looking at our history with the government and the poverty of sincerity.” The post ASUU commends federal govt on new agreement, raises concerns over implementation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A man criticised referee Daniel Nii Laryea for bias after Nigeria's penalty loss to Morocco in the AFCON semi-final, calling for Nigeria to host future tournaments.

The suspect, identified as A.S., was taken into custody after he allegedly stole a police walkie-talkie belonging to a security officer on duty at the Grand Stadium of Marrakech. The

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has expressed his desire to continue leading the team but insisted that it is for the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, to decide his future, Prompt News reports. Chelle was handed a target of getting the Super Eagles to the final of the 2025 Africa Cup [...]

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The NIS has announced an update to its passport tracking platform aimed at improving communication with applicants and reducing delays in passport collection.