A father in Delta State allegedly stabbed his 23-year-old son to death over a family dispute and has since fled. The son died after recounting the attack. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-flees-community-after-stabbing-son-to-death-in-delta/

The meeting has raised hopes among political observers and residents of Rivers State that the prolonged political crisis may soon come to an end.

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has urged bank customers to ensure their Bank Verification Number (BVN) is properly linked to their accounts to enable faster reimbursement... The post Link your BVN to bank accounts for faster reimbursement, NDIC urges customers appeared first on Tribune Online.

  Accountability, Development, and the Urgent Case For Political Renewal       When History Pauses and Citizens Must Decide Every society encounters moments when continuity becomes costly and renewal…

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved the appointment of 32 officers as Permanent Secretaries in the state civil service. See the full list. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-gov-appoints-32-permanent-secretaries-others/

A coalition of civil society organisations, CSOs, has called on the National Assembly harmonisation committee to adopt the House of Representatives’ position mandating real-time electronic transmission of election results, downloadable voter cards and retention of existing electoral timelines, warning that contrary provisions could undermine the credibility of the 2027 general elections. The groups also urged […] Electronic transmission: CSOs mount pressure on NASS, push Reps’ position

Members of the Philippine clergy filed an impeachment complaint Monday against Sara Duterte, the third to hit the country's vice president in just over a week. The post Third impeachment case filed against Philippine VP Duterte appeared first on Vanguard News.

“I was not interested in mythologising Fela. I wanted to show him as a human being caught inside the machinery of the state The post Jaboro unveils rare prison account of Fela appeared first on Tribune Online.

The family of Osewele of Ukpoke in Ekpoma, Edo State, has announced the funeral activities of their father, grandfather and uncle, Pa Andrew Osewele Ekpenwele. A centenarian and astute community…

Mr Ashiru, who is the senator for the Kwara South District, made his intention known while receiving executive members of the Correspondents' Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kwara State The post 2027 Elections: Kwara South senator declares governorship ambition appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A report from NERC reveals Nigeria’s power grid operated at only 36% capacity in January, facing significant system instability and low generation. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-power-grid-operated-at-36-capacity-in-january-nerc/

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has urged Mrs Franca Yuwa, a new judge of the Benue State High Court, to uphold the highest standards of judicial conduct, warning against undue influence, pressure, and inducement. Alia gave the admonition during the swearing-in ceremony at the Government House in Makurdi on Monday. He further emphasized that […] Flee from undue influence, pressure, inducement – Gov Alia warns new judge

The scars on Victor's forearm remind him constantly of the day a Ukrainian drone attacked him after he was forcibly conscripted, like hundreds of young Kenyans, into the Russian army. The post Lies, horror, trauma: Kenyans recount forced Russian recruitment appeared first on Vanguard News.

The white supremacist who killed 51 in the 2019 New Zealand mosque shooting is seeking a fresh trial, claiming he was irrational when he pleaded guilty. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunman-who-killed-51-in-new-zealand-mosque-seeks-fresh-trial/

A man identified as Iseleto has fled Osubi community in Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State after allegedly stabbing his 23-year-old son, Miracle, to death on Sunday. It was gathered that the incident was linked to a domestic dispute within the family. Sources said the deceased had rented a separate apartment for himself and [...]

Robert Orya, a former managing director of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), has been sentenced to 10 years in prison on each of the 49-count charges by a high court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Abuja. This was disclosed on Thursday, February 5, in a post on its X handle by the Economic […] The post N2.4bn Fraud: Ex-Nexim MD, Robert Orya’s Trip to 490 Years Sentence appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 9 – Old Mutual East Africa has partnered with insurtech firm Agencify to strengthen its digital insurance distribution and expand market reach across targeted customer segments in Kenya. The collaboration will see Old Mutual leverage Agencify’s digital platform to support independent insurance agents, improve operational efficiency, and accelerate the rollout of insurance […]

An honest police officer in Borno State is commended for his integrity after returning ₦2.6 million mistakenly transferred to his bank account. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-officer-commended-for-returning-%e2%82%a62-6m-erroneous-transfer-in-borno/

Executive Director of Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa, Ezenwa Nwagwu, has harped on the importance of electronic transmission of election results. Speaking on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’ on Monday, Nwagwu, however, said electronic transmission of results is not enough. According to him, electoral reforms must include electronic transfer and collation of results. “My […] Electronic transmission of results not enough – Nwagwu

Nollywood filmmaker and media personality, Stanley Ontop, has responded to actor Frederick Leonard’s petition against him. DAILY POST reports that Frederick had petitioned the Delta State Police Command against Stanley Ontop, accusing him of persistent defamation. Reacting to the development, Stanley Ontop stated that he is yet to get an invite from the police. Threatening […] See you in court – Stanley Ontop replies Frederick Leonard on defamation petition

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi on Monday led a protest by supporters and pro-democracy activists at the National Assembly, urging lawmakers to reverse the removal of “real-time” electronic The post Obi leads protest at National Assembly, demands real-time transmission of election results appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The exercise, coordinated by the State Budget Office, is aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability and clarity in The post Cross River govt moves to deepen IPSAS compliance appeared first on Tribune Online.

A Ghanaian man cries out after sending money from abroad to his uncle to build a big apartment for him, only to come home and discover his uncle misused the money.

The Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has said investigations into bribery and financial inducement allegations surrounding the selection of the next Awujale of Ijebuland are ongoing. The post Awujale: Investigation ongoing over bribery, financial inducement allegations – Police  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

“This recurring pattern, where candidates deliberately wait until the last minute and subsequently agitate for an extension, will not be entertained,” JAMB stated. The post UTME 2026: JAMB gives 17-day ultimatum to candidates appeared first on Vanguard News.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Monday assured that Governor Caleb Muftwang of Plateau State will never join those targeting Christians. Akpabio said peace and stability would return to the state following Muftwang’s decision to officially join the All Progressives Congress, APC. Speaking in Jos during the official welcoming of the governor into APC, the Senate […] Plateau: Gov Muftwang will never join those targeting Christians – Akpabio

Details about the late actress Aunty Ajara's tragic demise have surfaced online, including her pregnancy struggles and reactions to controversial allegations.

By Alebiowu Kehinde The political atmosphere in Nigeria grew even more charged this week as former presidential aide Reno Omokri launched a scathing critique of Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour…

According to Dalung, true political greatness is measured by legacy and service to the people, not by political manoeuvring. The post ‘Tinubu is a dwarf in Nigeria’s political history’ – Dalung appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, welcomes US airstrikes on militants, advocating deeper security ties while linking safety to investment and economic recovery.

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has clarified reports surrounding the recent road traffic crash in Kano State, confirming that seven persons lost their lives in the incident, contrary to media reports claiming 30 fatalities. The post Kano crash: FRSC confirms 7 killed, not 30 appeared first on Vanguard News.

A leading neuroscientist, Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath has claimed that Gen Z is the first modern generation to perform worse academically than the one before it, raising concerns about the impact of technology and digital learning on young minds. The post Gen Z less intelligent than millennials, other generations – Scientist reveals appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, of Ondo state, has approved the confirmation and appointment of 32 officers as Permanent Secretaries in the state civil service. The post Aiyedatiwa appoints 32 permanent secretaries, others appeared first on Vanguard News.

Pro-democracy protesters on Monday besieged the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, demanding that lawmakers explicitly provide for the mandatory, real-time electronic transmission of election results in the ongoing amendment of the Electoral Act. The post Protesters besiege NASS over electronic result transmission appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant in the Niigata region restarted at 2:00 pm (0500 GMT), the Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) said in a statement. The post Japan restarts world’s biggest nuclear plant again appeared first on Vanguard News.

Traditional rulers in Jigawa State have pledged their support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Malam Umar Namadi in the 2027 general elections. The pledge was The post Jigawa traditional rulers back Tinubu, Namadi for 2027 elections appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.