Abia State governor, Alex Otti, says the state is targeting about $200 million annually from medical tourism once its planned Medical City project is completed. Otti said the goal is to tap into the over $2 billion Nigerians currently spend yearly on medical treatment abroad and redirect a portion of that spending into Nigeria’s domestic […]

National leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, and former Bayelsa State Governor, senator Seriake Dickson, has acknowledged shortcomings in the conduct of the NDC’s primary elections while dismissing suggestions of a deepening internal crisis within the party. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday, Dickson conceded that some members were dissatisfied with aspects […] Despite flaws at NDC primaries, there is no internal crisis in our party – Dickson 

Esit Eket Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State, one of the oil-producing communities in the Niger Delta, has protested its alleged exclusion from the Host Community Development Trust (HCDT) fund by Tulcan Energy Resources Limited. The community said the operator of Oil Mining License (OML 14) in the Ntak Inyang area of Esit Eket […]

Flutterwave Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Olugbenga Agboola, has stressed the need for financial infrastructure handling customer funds to be designed to withstand shocks from day one, regardless of whether transactions involve stablecoins or fiat currencies. He also described stablecoins The post Flutterwave founder unveils Africa financial OS Vision, calls for shock-ready infrastructure appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Alexx Ekubo's sister-in-law has shared what she knows about the late actor at his Service of Songs in Lagos state. She also spoke about his marriage to her sister.

The EFCC alleges former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika rented an Ethiopian Airlines plane for a three-day display, presenting it as the proposed Nigeria Air Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-air-fraud-ex-aviation-minister-rented-ethiopian-airlines-plane-for-three-day-show-efcc/

Counter-insurgency and security analyst in Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, has identified two men he described as brothers of notorious bandit leader Bello Turji. Makama stated that they have been involved in violent activities across parts of Sokoto and Zamfara states. In a post shared on Wednesday, Makama published a photograph of the two men […] They’re ruthless – Security expert reveals two brothers of bandit kingpin Bello Turji [Photo]

Sheikh Muhammad Dasuki was appointed Chief Imam Fulani of Ilorin Emirate, succeeding Sheikh Bashir Salihu after a rigorous selection process in June 2026.

The United States and Nigeria have jointly eliminated about 200 militants belonging to the terrorist group ISIS. The US and the African nation provided updates.

The Edo State Government has ordered the immediate closure of three secondary schools in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area following rising security concerns and fears of a possible abduction of students. The affected schools are Ososo Grammar School, Ososo; Ososo Comprehensive High School, Ososo; and Makeke Secondary School, Makeke. The government said the decision was taken […]

Residents of some communities in Bida Local Government Area of Niger State have expressed relief following the gradual restoration of electricity supply after a prolonged outage that caused frustration across the affected areas. Communities such as Darachita, Bangaie, Low Cost, Kobo Area, Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Quarters, Polytechnic Layout and Cabs Layout are now experiencing […]

Shaibu insisted that the exercise was credible and challenged claims that it was manipulated. The post Primary That Produced Atiku As ADC Candidate Wasn’t Fraudulent – Phrank Shuaibu appeared first on Channels Television.

Ekiti State’s joint security team has rescued two kidnap victims and arrested a suspected kidnapper in a forest between Ekiti and Kogi states. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-security-team-nabs-suspected-kidnapper-rescues-two-victims/

The United States Department of State has intensified enforcement actions against what it describes as illegal “birth tourism” schemes aimed at securing American citizenship for children through visitor visas. This was disclosed in a statement posted via the department’s official X handle on Wednesday. “Under President Trump, the State Department is defending the integrity of […] US launches global crackdown on illegal ‘birth tourism’, revokes visas in Africa

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered its final hours, with FIFA unveiling an expanded list of global stars set to feature in today’s opening ceremony in Mexico City. In a statement released ahead of the tournament curtain-raiser, FIFA confirmed that acclaimed Mexican singer Alejandro Fernández, South African music sensation Tyla, Hollywood […]

The guidelines, approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), introduce stricter eligibility requirements for universities, restrict the number of awards that can be conferred, and prohibit recipients from adopting the title “Dr” on the strength of honorary degrees. The post Nigerian govt moves to curb abuse of honorary doctorates, bars recipients from using ‘Dr’ title appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and former Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, has renewed his criticism of Nigeria’s direct primary system, arguing that it is a major driver of internal party disputes and widespread complaints across political parties. Speaking during an Arise Television interview, Dickson said the inclusion of mandatory direct primaries […] Direct primaries fuel internal party conflicts – Dickson

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that President Bola Tinubu sleeps with both eyes closed because of the impact of his administration’s work in the nation’s capital and across Nigeria.Wike made the comment while challenging residents of the FCT to deny feeling the positive impact of Tinubu’s government. He […] Why Tinubu sleeps with two eyes closed – Wike

Organised labour, civil society leaders, politicians, youth groups, women leaders, and pro-democracy advocates on Wednesday joined forces with Accord Party presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, as the Movement for Democratic Renewal (MDR) was formally launched in Abuja. The event drew hundreds of participants from across the country, united by a shared commitment to strengthening democratic […]

A Niger Delta group has questioned claims of major security gains under Tantita Security Services, urging Tinubu to review the pipeline surveillance contract.

Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has taken delivery of a Bombardier Global 8000 business jet valued at about $81 million (roughly N110 billion), marking the third private aircraft linked to his conglomerate. Rabiu posted the arrival of the aircraft on his Instagram Stories, thanking God for the milestone. The Global 8000 joins a […]

The immediate past Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has declared that his Personal Assistant, Ajiboye Sangogade, has no link to the recent abduction of one of his sisters and her twins. Adelabu made the declaration in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Wednesday through his media aide, Comrade Femi Awogboro. DAILY POST gathered that Mrs. […] My PA has no link to sister, twin’s abduction — Adelabu

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau’s (NSIB), has concluded on-site investigation into the train derailment that occurred along the Warri-Itakpe rail corridor on Monday, June 8, 2026, with the retrieval of critical evidence. Following the notification of the accident, the director general of the NSIB, Captain Alex Badeh Jr., led the Bureau’s investigation team to the […]

Islamic cleric Alhaj Muhammad Maibarga dies in captivity after failed ransom negotiations. Community mourns respected leader amid concerns over his health.

The NDDC has urged 200 beneficiaries of its 2026/2027 Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship Programme to excel academically and shun drug abuse while abroad. Read More: https://punchng.com/shun-drugs-nddc-urges-200-foreign-postgraduate-scholarship-beneficiaries/

Former Bayelsa State governor and senator, Seriake Dickson, has rejected allegations that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) awards nomination tickets to the highest bidders, while acknowledging shortcomings in the party’s recently concluded primary elections. Responding to questions during an Arise Television interview on Wednesday, Dickson said the party was actively addressing grievances raised by members in […] Dickson denies claims NDC sells nomination tickets to highest bidders

Senate President Godswill Akpabio says some senators are already developing high blood pressure over return ticket to the National Assembly. Akpabio said this on Wednesday at the inauguration of the National Campaign Council for the Ekiti state governorshipelection. He advised those who are hypertensive to try and take care of their health before the final list is […] Senators having high blood pressure over over return tickets – Akpabio

Counsel to Abuja-based lawyer, Victor Giwa, Mr. Farooq Akanbi, on Wednesday, formally withdrew from representing the defendant in his ongoing trial over alleged forgery and impersonation before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Apo, paving the way for Giwa to continue in own his defence. At the resumed hearing before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie, […]

Healthcare experts have raised concerns over Nigeria’s worsening maternal and child mortality crisis, warning that women continue to die The post ‘Why Nigerian women are still dying during childbirth’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

A prosecution witness in the ongoing trial of former Minister of Power, Olu Agunloye, has explained the circumstances surrounding the certification of extracts from a Federal Executive Council, FEC, meeting linked to the controversial Mambilla Power Project contract. The development was disclosed on Wednesday during proceedings before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory […] Fresh twist in $6bn Mambilla trial as witness addresses FEC document certification

A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), Policy Alert, has alleged that mining operations in Cross River State have shortchanged both the state government and host communities, citing weak accountability mechanisms and poor benefit-sharing arrangements. The allegation was made on Wednesday during a community engagement held in Mbobui, Akamkpa Local Government Area of the state. The town […]

The programme brings together leading and esteemed journalists worldwide, and will include field visits, travels, press conferences and discussions with IAEA experts and social events. The post PREMIUM TIMES’ business & economy editor selected for global energy programme appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The National leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Seriake Dickson, has revealed why he left the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and formed the NDC. Featuring in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’ on Wednesday, Dickson said there is no democracy without the opposition. According to the former Bayelsa state governor, he does not […] Why I left PDP, formed NDC – Dickson

Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the US due to security concerns and alleged links to terror organisations. Learn more about the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-somali-referee-was-denied-entry-us-official/

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Nasarawa State, Comrade Abdullahi Ibrahim Ismael, has expressed concerns over developments surrounding the party’s ongoing leadership dispute. Speaking with journalists in Lafia on Wednesday, Ismael urged the judiciary to remain impartial in handling cases relating to the party’s internal affairs. According to him, the faction of the […] ADC Chieftain urges judiciary to remain neutral in leadership dispute

The Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the continued suspension of the immediate past Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly and member representing Gboko West State Constituency, Aondona Dajoh, describing the development as a threat to democracy in the state. The party said the action amounts to political […]