IBADAN – The Aare of Ofiki Land in Atisbo Local Government Area of Oyo State, Oba Gbenga Adigun Adeoye Oyetunji Oyinlola II, has commended Governor Seyi Makinde for prioritising livestock…

IBADAN – The International Parliament for Safety, Peace and Justice –United Nations (IPSPJ-UN) has inducted 10 Nigerians into its World Supreme Council and appointed a National Director and five State…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has urged the Nigeria Police Trust Fund, NPTF, to prioritise welfare support for lower-ranking officers, noting their central role in frontline security operations nationwide. He explained that officers in the junior cadre shoulder the bulk of day-to-day policing responsibilities across the country. This was disclosed in a statement issued […] IGP Disu orders Police Trust Fund to prioritise junior officers’ welfare

The Lagos State House of Assembly has received a petition from members of the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria, AUATON, Lagos Council, seeking urgent legislative intervention in the operations of ride-hailing companies within the state. The petition was presented during a peaceful demonstration led by the union’s spokesperson, Azeez Jaiyesimi, who outlined the […] Lagos Assembly receives petition from app-based drivers over ride-hailing operations

Investigations revealed clear signs of counterfeiting, including mismatched batch numbers, poor printing quality, wrong text placement, and irregular serial numbers that do not align with Roche’s standard system.

Check out Sultan’s top ally’s message on the Shawwal crescent sighting ahead of Eid al‑Fitr 2026, highlighting key guidance for the festive occasion.

The deal is aimed at easing congestion, improving efficiency, and strengthening Nigeria’s trade capacity. The post Tinubu Oversees £746m Financing Deal In UK To Modernise Lagos Ports appeared first on Channels Television.

Gombe’s Federal Fire Service issues a public fire safety advisory for Eid-el-Fitr, urging residents to handle appliances with care and prevent outbreaks. Read More: https://punchng.com/eid-el-fitr-federal-fire-service-issues-safety-advisory-in-gombe/

Three factories in the Ogijo area of Ogun State have been shut down due to safety violations. The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, ordered the shutdown of the factories on Wednesday during an occupational safety and health inspection. The companies are African Refractory and Allied Products, African Non-Ferrous Industries Ltd., and […] FG shuts down three Ogun factories over safety violations

The Anambra State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Commandant Maku Olatunde, has ordered the deployment of 771 officers and men, along with other operational assets of the Corps, for water-tight security ahead of the 2026 Eid-el-Fitr celebration and beyond. The State Commandant stated this after his weekly tactical digest at the State Command Headquarters, Awka, through an […]

With expanded access to affordable childcare, an estimated 1.7m additional working mothers could enter the labour force by 2030, roughly a 2.7 per cent expansion of the workforce. Nigeria cannot deliver inclusive growth while structurally underinvesting in half of its economic engine. Women own nearly half of Nigeria’s micro, small and medium-sized enterprises and sustain […] The post The need for a women’s credit guarantee architecture in Nigeria, By Eniola Mafe-Abaga appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

AWKA – President-General of Obosi Development Union and House of Assembly hopeful, Chief Barr. Chimezie Obi says Idemili-North constituency has absolutely no representative in the current 8th legislature of Anambra…

Yusuf Tuggar, by virtue of his position as Nigeria’s minister of Foreign Affairs, occupies a role that requires global engagement, strategic diplomacy, and national representation. It stretches logic to suggest that a serving minister, burdened with international responsibilities, would abandon his mandate to orchestrate internal party crises at the state level. Such claims not only […] The post Bauchi APC: When politics turns to accusations without proof, By Usman Dahiru appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

It is a strange thing to wake up in a country and feel like everyone in charge has travelled. Not metaphorically. Physically. You scan the news and realise that a good number of the people who are supposed to be holding the centre together are somewhere else entirely, dressed for ceremony, shaking hands, attending a […]

At the centre of the suit is the provision of the MoU that allegedly allows for the collection and transfer of sensitive health data of Nigerians to the United States. The post Nigerian govt sued over deal to share citizens’ health data with US appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Eribo felicitated with the people of the state, particularly Muslim faithful, on the occasion of the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. He urged the Muslim faithful to use the period to pray for the peace, unity and progress of Nigeria.

God’s design for the human body is a masterpiece of intricate balance and purpose. The natural cycle of fueling and healing, disrupted by modern eating habits, holds the key to optimal health and vitality. Recent research on autophagy shines spotlight on the wisdom of this divine design. The Original Design: Fueling and Healing 1. Cycles [...]

The Osogbo community in Osun State has banned all political activities, including party uniforms and posters, at Eid praying grounds to ensure order. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-community-bans-political-activities-at-eid-praying-grounds/

ABUJA – Socio-cultural groups under the aegis of Ethnic Youth Leaders across Nigeria have commended the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, for his swift visit to survivors of the recent…

This is the last thing the African Democratic Congress (ADC) wants to hear, but it has to be said, even if the party digs its thumbs in its ear. It began with the party’s delayed registration. When things were not moving as quickly as the early defectors, mostly from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), had […]

Even as the immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has said he has no regrets over his actions while in office, following his…

Niger State Governor Umar Bago announces a full-scale operation against bandits, warning informants of new tracking technology and vowing to restore securi Read More: https://punchng.com/niger-gov-vows-to-crush-bandits-informants/

The dissolution of the cabinet came barely 24 hours after Mr Soludo was sworn in as governor for his second term in office in Anambra State The post Soludo dissolves cabinet after second term inauguration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

As attention begins to turn toward the 2027 general elections, former federal lawmaker Farah Dagogo has called on Nigerians to engage the electoral process with a heightened sense of responsibility. He emphasized the importance of electing leaders whose policies will enhance living standards and promote national growth. Dagogo, who represented Degema/Bonny Federal Constituency in the […] 2027: Ex-lawmaker, Dagogo urges voters to choose wisely

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has assured diplomats in Abuja that the government will keep working to create a good environment for them to do their jobs, especially when it comes to safety. The minister, who was speaking at the European Union Complex in Abuja during the Saint Patrick’s Day […] We’ll keep providing enabling environment in Abuja – Wike tells diplomatic community

An Islamic human rights advocacy group, Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has called on the Federal Government to urgently address the growing insecurity facing corps members, warning that the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme should be scrapped if their safety cannot be guaranteed. The group made the call in its 2026 Ramadan (Salah) message issued […]

Bassey Otu, the governor of Cross River State, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful across the state and Nigeria as they join millions of believers around the world to…

Tinubu’s visit will end with the signing of several agreements covering trade, investment, defence, and cultural cooperation.

Anutin received 293 votes from newly seated lawmakers to win the premiership. The post Thailand’s New Parliament Elects Anutin As PM appeared first on Channels Television.

Access Masters Lagos is a premium, personalised event designed for final-year students and recent graduates aiming to pursue… This article Meet the World’s Top Business Schools in Lagos – Masters Edition appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

The Taraba State Police Command has confirmed that three police officers and a local vigilante leader were killed in a bandit attack in the state. According to a statement issued by the command on Thursday in Jalingo, the state capital, the incident followed a distress call from a resident of Tordamisa Akate Ward, who reported […] Three police officers, vigilante leader killed in Taraba bandit attack

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has called on the Federal Government to provide mandatory military escorts for corps members travelling to high-risk zones for their one-year mandatory service. MURIC also…

I have been observing, analyzing, and increasingly growing disturbed by the alarming pace of violence and insurgency in Nigeria, particularly across the northern region. One troubling question persists and refuses to go away: How do armed groups move through communities, villages, and towns without being exposed? How do they pass through civilian spaces, sometimes in […]

Among the key milestones is the company’s 10-year anniversary celebration, which will commemorate its transition from a boutique brokerage into a technology-focused trading platform. The event is expected to bring together professional clients for networking and engagement.

According to EFCC boss, contingent planning and intelligence gathering are crucial to tackle fraudulent actors in any electoral process.

Anambra’s First Lady, Nonye Soludo, calls for love and unity during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration, emphasizing sacrifice and tolerance for peaceful coexisten Read More: https://punchng.com/eid-el-fitr-anambra-first-lady-urges-love-unity/