President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday swore in Tunji Disu as the 23rd Inspector-General of Police at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The swearing-in ceremony took place shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council meeting. The President also administered the oath of office on six commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation […]

Nigerian musician Davido’s Logistics Manager, popularly known as Israel DMW, has lost his father. The aide opened up after announcing the tragic news on his Instagram platform, posting photos of himself and his father through the years. The artiste spoke of his undying love as he prayed for his father to rest in peace. “Rest […]

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Wednesday asked the new executives of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state to work harder and create a fair playing field to all aspirants at the coming party primaries. The governor gave the charge during the swearing-in ceremony of the state executives of the party in […]

The president of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE),Engr. Ali Rabiu, has called on its members to provide “smart engineering solutions” to help government in addressing Nigeria’s  lingering development, insecurity challenges and boost global investment. He made the call yesterday during a webinar to mark the 2026 World Engineering Day celebration, with the theme“ Smart  […]

President Tinubu has directed the suspension of the newly introduced cashless payment system at airport toll gates due to severe traffic congestion at airports.

Iranian state media reports a missile strike on a US oil tanker in the Persian Gulf, escalating tensions amid ongoing naval incidents in the region. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-hit-us-oil-tanker-in-gulf-report/

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Waidi Shaibu, has cautioned troops of Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE to be impartial in handling communal tensions. He commended the troops for their resilience, sacrifice and steadfast commitment in restoring security across affected communities, leading to the gradual return of displaced persons to their ancestral homes. The […]

Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Odega has criticised the current state of the Nigerian film industry, saying the quality of productions has declined significantly. Speaking during a recent podcast interview, Odega said Nollywood’s earlier years were marked by stronger storytelling and greater attention to craftsmanship. According to him, the industry now prioritises quantity over quality, with […]

Africa hosts military bases within reach of Iranian missiles and is feeling the impact of rising oil prices and threats to shipping, as the continent again suffers from events largely beyond its control. The post How Africa is ‘exposed’ to Middle East war appeared first on Vanguard News.

Security checks were high in some parts of Abuja, the Nigerian capital, yesterday, following the threat of violent protest reportedly planned by pro-Iranian groups against the ongoing joint military assault on the Mullah Regime in Tehran by Israel and the United States. Armed soldiers were seen in a convoy of trucks and other vehicles on […]

Following oil deals, US mining companies are lining up to invest in Venezuela, seeking access to the country’s rich deposits of critical minerals. Read More: https://punchng.com/after-oil-us-moves-to-secure-access-to-venezuelan-minerals/

MTN Nigeria has unveiled the sum of N20 million in prize money for schools as the 2026 edition of MTN Champs kicked off in Calabar, marking the championship’s 4th edition. Speaking on the issue in an interactive session with newsmen yesterday in Calabar, the company’s Chief Marketing Officer, Ikenna Emeka, announced that the top four […]

Rapper Akinbi Bamidele Brett, known as Cheque, has disclosed how his fight with acne almost made him give up his music career. In a recent interview with Yanga FM in Lagos, Cheque revealed that his desperation to heal his acne led him to buy a makeup product that caused serious damage to his face. The […]

Afrobeats star Asake flaunted his wealth with the purchase of a customised 2025 Brabus G800 G-Wagon for himself and a Mercedes-AMG G63 for his mother.

The United Nations (UN) has thrown its weight behind the bills seeking to protect human rights defenders and sustain contributions to the fund for human rights activities in Nigeria. Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights gave this indication at the public hearing on Human Rights Defenders Protection and National Human Rights […]

Republican senators argued that voting for the legislation would have sent the wrong message to Iran and US troops. The post US/Israel-Iran war (Day 6): Iran postpones Khamenei’s funeral, Senate fails to limit Trump’s war powers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The federal government has announced plans to demolish and rebuild the Carter Bridge in Lagos as part of a broader infrastructure drive that includes the approval of road projects worth about ₦1 trillion across the country. Minister of works, David Umahi, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, […]

A Nigerian lady has publicly shared her experience after visiting the home of Kola Onifoto's parents. She shared what broke her upon seeing his parents.

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki celebrates Olusegun Obasanjo at 89, describing him as a living manuscript of Nigeria’s story. Read the full tribute. Read More: https://punchng.com/obasanjo-a-living-manuscript-of-nigerian-story-saraki-hails-ex-president-at-89/

Economically, the war is terrible timing for Africa, just as a weaker dollar and lower interest rates offered some breathing space for its many deeply indebted nations. The post ANALYSIS: How Middle East War Affects Africa’s Economy, Geopolitics appeared first on Channels Television.

A Khadi with the Kwara State Sharia Court of Appeal, Ilorin, Justice AbdulRaheem Ahmad Shayi, has attributed the prevailing insecurity in Nigeria to the extreme coma of social justice. Shayi stated this in a lecture titled, “Social Justice: An Effective Means Of Achieving Peaceful Coexistence: Islamic Point Of View” at a Ramadan lecture organised by […]

Federal Ministry of Environment, through the Department of Climate Change, has intensified efforts to embed climate literacy in secondary education, partnering with the Secondary Education Board (SEB) and the Society for Planet and Prosperity (SPP) to train teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). At the opening of a climate education training workshop yesterday in […]

THE Federal High Court sitting in Calabar has ordered the University of Calabar to pay the sum of 55 million naira to eight engineering students of the school. The post Court orders UNICAL to pay N55m to eight demoted students appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu has appointed a five-member delegation to represent Nigeria at the final burial rites of Jesse Jackson, the renowned American civil rights leader and former U.S. presidential candidate, who died on February 17, 2026, at the age of 84. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by his special adviser on information […]

Despite the raging war in the Middle East following the joint US-Israeli strikes on the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the ongoing retaliatory missile attacks on Gulf countries by Iran, more Nigerians are trooping to the embassy of Kuwait, one of the Gulf countries, to seek visas to migrate. Our correspondent visited the Embassy of […]

Doris Ogala continues her tirade against Tonto Dikeh, alleging blackmail of Pastor Fatoyinbo and past betrayals, leaving fans shocked by the revelations.

Asian markets rebound after a three-day rout, led by South Korea’s Kospi. A $68bn stability fund helps calm nerves amid Mideast tensions and oil price hike Read More: https://punchng.com/asian-markets-rebound-as-south-korea-activates-68bn-stability-fund/

Optimus Bank has raised its paid-up capital to N200 billion, successfully meeting the Central Bank of Nigeria’s recapitalisation requirement ahead of deadline.

Pharmacists call for urgent investment in labs and behavioral changes to combat the growing global health threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Read More: https://punchng.com/pharmacists-urge-investment-in-laboratories-to-combat-drug-resistance/

Over 100 golfers are set to converge at the Ikeja Golf Club on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, for a charity tournament themed “Swing to Serve with Love.” The event, organised by Catholic golfers, aims to raise crucial funds for the mental health and well-being of priests, religious, and consecrated persons through the St Kizito Wellness […]

SG Holdings Limited announces its N75 billion Series 3 & 4 Commercial Paper issuance, offering yields up to 23% to qualified institutional investors. Read More: https://punchng.com/sg-holdings-limited-launches-n75-billion-series-3-4-commercial-paper-issuance/

The leadership of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa Iqamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS) has formally suspended a prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Alkali Abubakar Salihu Zaria, from delivering his annual Ramadan Tafseer in Damaturu, Yobe State. Sheikh Alkali was prevented from continuing his Tafseer sessions at the Mokas Mosque after a high-level meeting convened by the National Chairman of […] Islamic cleric suspended for criticizing Tinubu, governors

The ambassador of the State of Israel to Nigeria , Michael Freeman, has described the Iranian theocratic regime as a threat to peace in the Middle East and the sponsor of terrorism in many parts of the world, stressing that the ongoing US and Israeli military assault on the regime was to destroy its terror […]

University of Ibadan pharmacy graduate Okesina Mustapha celebrated his 2026 induction, highlighting football achievements that helped him stay balanced.

The Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro) has called for a global reassessment of foreign military deployments. It urged the United Nations (UN) and the broader international community to consider a phased shutdown of foreign military bases worldwide in the light of the escalating Middle East crisis. The executive director of PeacePro, Abdulrazaq Hamzat, argued that […]

"The troops responded to gunshots heard in the forest during a night patrol with aggressive pursuit and minimum use of fire arms."