The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted early onset of rainfall in Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Benue, Kogi, Nasarawa, Oyo, and parts of Kebbi, Niger, Jigawa, Katsina, Kano, Adamawa, and Taraba States. The agency also predicted a late onset of rainfall over Borno State, warning that the rainfall witnessed in some parts of […]

Gatefield based its projections on Nigeria’s rapid internet growth, observed patterns of online harm, and the scaling effect of generative AI technologies. The post 70 million Nigerian women, girls may face AI-facilitated online abuse by 2030 – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has credited one of his legacy projects, the Port Harcourt Ring Road, to his predecessor and Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Chief Nyesom The post Wike meant well for me when he conceived Port Harcourt Ring Road project, says Fubara appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Igbobi College Old Boys’ Association (ICOBA) has raised over ₦1 billion within seven days toward the ₦10 billion Endowment Fund launched during the 94th Founders’ Day celebration of Igbobi…

The Oodua People’s Congress, OPC, has condemned the recent killing of no fewer than 178 people in communities in Kwara State, calling the attacks heartbreaking and provocative. The post Kwara Killings: OPC wants killers apprehended, prosecuted appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against foreign interference in Nigeria’s security architecture, particularly relations involving the administration of United States President Donald Trump. This is as Oba Akanbi condemned the killing of innocent villagers and cautioned against what he described as the politicisation of bandit attacks in […] Woro Massacre: Oluwo cautions President Tinubu against foreign security interference

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Hon. Magaji Aliyu as the Managing Director of the Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHESTCO), Abuja. The post Tinubu appoints SHESTCO MD, NEMSA board members appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Airport Police Command decorated 40 inspectors promoted to ASP. The CP urged them to embrace their new roles with integrity and professionalism. Read More: https://punchng.com/2060605-2/

As BNB & Avalanche show weakness, the final BlockDAG private sale at $0.00025 enters its last hours. Discover why this project is gaining traction before l Read More: https://punchng.com/as-avalanche-and-bnb-weaken-blockdags-0-00025-offer-enters-final-hours/

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) resolve to intensify air operations against insurgents and terrorists across the The post NAF to intensify air operations against insurgents, says CAS appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) unveiled the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) on Tuesday in Abuja. The SCP document, which contains rainfall patterns, temperatures, dry spells, malaria, and meningitis data The post NiMet unveils 2026 SCP, predicts normal rainfall in most parts of Nigeria appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Rights activist, Aisha Yesufu, has taken a swipe at the Senate over the Electoral Act amendment. In a statement posted on her verified X handle on Tuesday, Yesufu said the Senate ended up insulting Nigeria. The co-convener of BringBackOurGirls Movement was reacting to the Senate’s rejection of the e-transmission of election results, which has stirred […] Electronic transmission: Senate not deserving of trust by Nigerians – Aisha Yesufu

ABUJA –  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says the 10th Senate’s decision to reverse disputed provisions of the Electoral Amendment Bill underscores the strength of sustained civic resistance and the…

Falconets head coach, Moses Aduku is optimistic his side will overcome Senegal in the second leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture Nigeria defeated the Lionesses 1-0 in the first leg at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta last weekend. Senegal put up a spirited effort in the game, and the […] U-20 WWCQ: Aduku upbeat Falconets will overcome Senegal in Dakar

Mrs Usman said that the action followed the judgment delivered by the Supreme Court on 4 April, 2025. The post Nenadi Usman-led interim national leadership takes over Labour Party secretariat, promises reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The University of Ibadan viral German graduate has commented on X (formerly Twitter) on the N1 million compensation offered to her by the German Language School.

A 30-year-old man had died in Gwarzo, Kano State, after entering a well to retrieve a burning gas cylinder. The state fire service has confirmed the incident.

Former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar says mixed electronic and manual transmission of election results will be resolve challenges in election process. Atiku said that such combinations would amount to a potentially threat to the country’s electoral system. He said this in an interview with newsmen shortly after a visit to retired Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, […] The post Atiku says mixed results transmission faulty appeared first on Vanguard News.

The remains of some deceased individuals have been exhumed from shallow graves discovered within bushes in Orsuobodo, Oguta LGA Imo State. The discovery followed an intensified operation carried out by the operatives of the State Police command in collaboration with other sister security agencies against criminal elements in the state. Addressing Journalists after parading the […] Police exhume remains of kidnap victims discovered in Imo forest, arrest suspects

Femi Gbajabiamila reveals he blocked a foreign loan as Speaker because it excluded the South-East, citing federal character principles and fairness. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unhappy-when-reps-blocked-loan-excluding-south-east-gbajabiamila/

…says 1.5m citizens screened in 16 states in one year … 2,216 PHC workers trained as FG targets 5m pairs nationwide No fewer than 1,444,581 Nigerians have received free reading The post 1.4m Nigerians get free reading glasses under Tinubu’s Jigi Bola 2.0 – Salako appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Government has lifted the “No Work, No Pay” directive imposed during the 84-day nationwide strike by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and approved the immediate payment of January 2026 salaries for all its members. The post FG lifts ‘No Work, No Pay’ on JOHESU, approves January salaries after strike suspension appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu makes a new NEMSA appointment, naming Adesayo Michael as MD/CEO and naming other board members for the agency. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-appoints-new-nemsa-boss-names-board-members/

Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has announced he will no longer pose for random photographs with individuals he does not know well, citing the risk of such images being misused or “weaponised” amid growing online controversies. The post No more random pictures with strangers, says IGP Egbetokun appeared first on Vanguard News.

With a charge to personnel to maintain professionalism and discipline, Assistant Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu on Tuesday took over headship of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, The post AIG Disu resumes at FCID Annex, harps on professionalism appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

IBADAN – The Oyo State House of Assembly has congratulated its Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, on the successful completion of his tenure as Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State…

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The governor applauded Ogundoyin’s vision and dedication to service, which, he said, drove key reforms... The post Makinde hails Ogundoyin’s tenure as Conference of Speakers chair appeared first on Tribune Online.

Kwara Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq on Monday night, convened an emergency security council meeting involving heads of The post Kwara attacks: Abdulrazaq convenes emergency security council meeting appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has said Nigeria’s security environment remains fluid, directing the Nigerian Air Force Air Component Commanders to intensify intelligence-led operations across all theatres. He also said the evolving nature of the security landscape demands speed, precision and continuous operational adjustment, stressing that intelligence must remain central Read More: https://punchng.com/intensify-intelligence-led-operations-naf-chief-tells-commanders/

In the wake of the Sunday night reconciliation meeting with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, brokered by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has described the former governor as a man of “very big ambition.” The post Fubara calls Wike ‘Man of Big Ambition’ after peace meeting appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kenya condemns the unacceptable recruitment of its citizens lured to Russia with job promises, only to be sent to the Ukraine war as cannon fodder. Read More: https://punchng.com/kenya-decries-russian-recruitment-of-citizens-for-ukraine-war/

…four-month programme targets 5G, AI, cloud, IoT skills for Nigerian youths …registrations open Feb 11 to March 10 as winners get incubation support The Federal Government, in partnership with global The post Fed govt, Ericsson to launch Connect NextGen innovation hackathon appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

ABUJA – The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, on Tuesday presented a ₦10,499,984,667.10 budget proposal for the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue…

Chief Narcotic Agent, Sadiq Bako Mujahid of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has died following a violent confrontation during a raid on the notorious Ama Hausa drug enclave in Bonny Island, Rivers State. The operation, conducted on Friday, February 6, 2026, led to the arrest of six suspects and the seizure of a […] The post NDLEA Operative Killed During Drug Raid, Six Arrested appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) has launched a major enforcement operation against illegal roadside structures and street trading activities across Asaba. The exercise, which commenced last week, is part of a comprehensive urban renewal and environmental sanitation drive aimed at improving road safety, easing traffic congestion and preserving the aesthetic image of […] Delta agency dismantles illegal structures, dislodge street traders