This Saturday on Newsfile, we step into a pivotal moment for Ghana’s democracy, education, and natural-resource governance. Three national flashpoints, all demanding clarity, accountability, and bold conversation.

The Registrar and Chief Executive of Officer of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof Ishaq Olarenwaju Oloyede has commissioned the NATAP 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 JAMB award project in Kaduna Polytechnic. The post Registrar unveils JAMB award projects in KadPoly appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Victor Osimhen was on target twice as Galatasaray survived a late fightback to beat Samsunspor in a thrilling Turkish Super Lig clash on Friday night. Galatasaray opened the scoring through Germany international Leroy Sané after eight minutes. Osimhen doubled the home team’s advantage one minute before the half-hour mark after being teed up by Sané. […] Turkey: Osimhen’s late bicycle kick seals win for Galatasaray over Samsunspor

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed Mr Michael Ango from his position as Acting Executive Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service, FCT-IRS. The development was confirmed in a statement released late on Friday by Lere Olayinka, the minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social […] Wike sacks FCT-IRS revenue boss

Get the complete results from the 2026 World Cup draw. See the full list of all 12 groups for the tournament in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-2026-world-cup-draw-all-the-12-groups/

Germany feature in Group E with Curaçao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador, while the Netherlands head Group F against Japan, Tunisia and the European Playoffs B qualifier. Belgium, seeking to define a new era after their golden generation, will compete in Group G with Egypt, Iran and New Zealand.

For the first time in a long while, the rest of Nigeria, Africa, and indeed the world, is not just listening. They are taking notes. They are booking flights. They are bringing capital. They are coming home. Welcome to the new Imo. Welcome to the new South-East. Welcome to the new Nigeria that begins in Owerri. The post Imo Economic Summit 2025: How Gov Uzodimma rewrote the South-east story in 48 hours, By Dr Ijeomah Arodiogbu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Osun PDP governorship candidate Adedamola Adebayo hails the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Osun LG fund, urging members to celebrate peacefully. Read More: https://punchng.com/lg-fund-osun-pdp-gov-candidate-hails-scourt-ruling-warns-against-violence/

Victor Osimhen shines for Galatasaray, scoring twice, including a beautiful 93rd-minute bicycle kick to secure a dramatic 3–2 win over Samsunspor in the Super Lig.

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Mr. Sly Ezeokenwa, says the party is entering the 2027 election season “stronger, validated, and nationally repositioned,” insisting that APGA’s governance record and recent electoral victories in Anambra State have renewed its ambition to compete for power at the national level. The post 2027: APGA positions for national relevance — Party chairman appeared first on Vanguard News.

Victor Osimhen scores a stunning brace, including a bicycle kick, to lead Galatasaray to a 3-2 victory over Samsunspor in the Turkish Super Lig. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhen-scores-brace-as-galatasaray-edge-samsunspor-3-2/

As the world reflects on mental health and wellbeing, IROKO Theatre Company is shining a light on the transformative power of creativity. Marking World Mental Health Day 2025, the organisation… The post World Mental Health Day 2025: IROKO Theatre Company Champions ‘Creativity As Healing’ Across England appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Plateau state chapter of the City Boy Movement has inaugurated its Local Government and Ward Coordinators to enhance grassroots mobilisation for Tinubu.

The Premium Trust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon has been awarded a Bronze labelled status by World Athletics. This feat is a fulfilment of the rapidly growing stature of the race, which is just in its second edition after The post Abuja city half marathon earns bronze label, announces juicy prize money appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Former Newcastle striker Alan Shearer has given his predictions for some of the Premier League games to be played this weekend. The big game will see table-toppers Arsenal travel to Aston Villa, in what could be a tricky affair. Chelsea are away at Bournemouth, while Manchester United take on Wolves in the final fixture of […] EPL: Shearer predicts Aston Villa vs Arsenal, Man Utd, Chelsea matches

In an era where art often competes with noise, Egwu Nnanna Echem, fondly called ‘The GrandFather’, has found a way to make wisdom speak.A spoken word poet, storyteller, author, and… The post Egwu Nnanna Echem: Dishing Spoken Word With ‘Grandfather’s’ Gravitas appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Governor Dauda Lawal has unveiled the Zamfara State Development Plan (2025–2034), describing it as a long-term, evidence-based roadmap that reflects the aspirations of the people and the collective goal of transforming the state. The post Gov. Lawal launches Zamfara State 10-year development plan appeared first on Vanguard News.

Yusuf Ibrahim, the prime suspect in the murder of Opeyemi Bello, a female kitchen staff member at FEMDAK Hotel in the Babaode area of Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, has been arrested by operatives of the state police command. The Kwara State Police Commissioner, Adekimi Ojo, disclosed this at a press conference in Ilorin on […] Kwara: Police nab prime suspect in murder of female hotel staff

The victims were reportedly playing with the device, which they allegedly found in the bush

HARARE - Prophet Walter Magaya’s bodyguard, Tapiwa Felix Chikondo (35), has been remanded in custody on allegations of obstructing justice after prosecutors accused him of attempting to influence witnesses in an ongoing rape investigation involving the church leader. The post Magaya bodyguard detained again: ‘Tried’ to bribe victim’s mother to ‘settle’ rape probe appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

On Friday, December 5, 2025, four suspected scavengers, including two siblings, were killed in an explosion in Banki town, Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.

KANO – The Kano State Government on Friday rejected recent criticism of its 2025 budget performance, insisting that the current administration has delivered stronger results than its predecessor in key… The post Budget Row: Kano Rebuffs Ganduje’s Aide, Says Ex-Gov’s Budgetting Floundered appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

In a strategic move aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s national security directive to curb cross-border threats and reinforce Nigeria’s territorial integrity, the Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas on Friday led a high-powered Nigerian delegation to Cameroun for a security assessment mission targeted at strengthening bilateral cooperation against terrorism and transnational crimes. The post Tinubu’s Security Directive: Kefas, Kalu, Abdullahi lead strategic security mission to Cameroun appeared first on Vanguard News.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Screening Committee has disqualified former National Secretary of the party, Senator Iyiola Omisore, alongside six other aspirants, from participating in the Osun State governorship primary scheduled for 13 December. The post Screening committee bars Omisore, six others from Osun APC governorship primary appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

…commissions Police Area Command rebuilt by Akinyele LG  Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has reiterated that his administration will continue to strengthen the security architecture of the state in The post We’ll continue to strengthen security architecture, secure Oyo – Makinde appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has dismissed claims that his retirement from international football was connected to a six-year bonus owed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The post I retired on my terms, no one forced me to – Troost-Ekong appeared first on Vanguard News.

The popular monthly interview discourse, Boiling Point Arena, is set to analyse the systemic failures that diminished Nigerian Universities’ global competitive edge and suggest reforms needed for a renaissance in… The post Boiling Point: Oyewole, Amund To Discuss How Nigerian Universities Can Regain Lost Global Competitiveness appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Jonathan is a former Nigerian president who led the country between 2011 and 2015. The post ZLP Chairman Warns Jonathan Against 2027 Bid, Says Betrayers Now Urging Him to Run appeared first on Channels Television.

LOKOJA – The Kogi State Government has taken a significant step towards boosting the livestock sector with the bid opening for the Construction Works Phase 1 of the Livestock Service… The post Kogi Conducts Bid Opening For Construction Of Livestock Service Centre appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Osun police command confirms the Osun defilement arrest of a 50-year-old man for repeatedly assaulting a 12-year-old neighbour in Ilesa. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-man-for-defiling-12-year-old-girl-in-osun/

HARARE - Business partners Moses Mpofu and Mike Chimombe have apologised to President Emmerson Mnangagwa and indicated a willingness to compensate the government as they await sentencing on Monday in their US$7.7 million Presidential Goat Scheme fraud case. The post Chimombe, Mpofu offer to compensate state in US$8m fraud, apologise to Mnangagwa appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

ABUJA – The Hope Nigeria Movement has expressed deep sympathy with the people of Niger State following the kidnapping of students from a private school, and has called for an… The post Niger: Hope Nigeria Movement Joins Global Call To End School Abductions appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has reiterated his administration's commitment to grassroots empowerment, human dignity, and inclusive development as he concluded the final Executive Council session of 2025, reflecting on progress, challenges, and the way forward. The post Gov Otu commits to grassroots empowerment, others as 2025 EXCO ends appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has declared readiness to prove her sexual harassment case against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The post Sexual harassment: I’m now ready to prove my case against Akpabio – Natasha appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has called on American investors to scale up their engagement in Ghana’s expanding economy, while stressing the need for strict land verification as a crucial first step in establishing operations in the country.

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