Four members of the House of Representatives from Rivers State have formally switched their political allegiance from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the All Progressives Congress, APC. The lawmakers’ decision comes barely a week after Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, defected to the ruling party, further reshaping the state’s political landscape. Those who crossed […] Four Rivers Reps dump PDP for APC

Abductors of a retired customs officer, Emmanuel Owolabi, in his hometown of Ora-Igbomina, Osun State, on Thursday demanded a ransom of N200 million from his family before he could regain his freedom from their custody.

An American content creator laments as new US travel restrictions prevent his Nigerian wife from entering the country, highlighting a sudden legal deadlock Read More: https://punchng.com/video-american-husband-laments-as-new-travel-restrictions-bar-nigerian-wife/

The Executive Secretary of the Enugu State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ESPHCDA), Dr. Ifeyinwa Ani-Osheku, has said the state government is intensifying efforts to close persisting maternal, newborn and… The post Enugu Targets Immunisation, Maternal & Child Health Gaps In Second Round Of 2025 OMNCH Week appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, sitting at Gwarimpa, has granted bail to Dr Chris Ngige, a former Minister of Labour and Employment during ex-President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, in the ongoing trial over alleged contract fraud and receiving gratification. The post Ex-labour minister, Ngige, granted bail in ₦2.2b fraud trial appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

He added that he began his “weight-loss journey on that particular day.

The bail comes after Mr Ngige spent six days in prison in Abuja, where trial judge Maryam Hassan detained him on 12 December to await bail hearing and ruling. The post Court frees Ngige on bail after six-day detention appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

ABUJA – The House of Representatives Committee on Public Service Matters has commended the Administrator of the Public Service Institute of Nigeria (PSIN), Ms Imeh Okon, for the reforms, discipline,… The post Reps Commend PSIN Boss Okon For Reforms In First 100 Days appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has said that suspending Twitter in 2021 was one of the most toughest decisions he took while in office, explaining that

Two residents of Ugba community in Logo Local Government Area of Benue State have been kidnapped by suspected gunmen. The victims, identified as Mr Kpishi Terhile and Madam Demetindi Nongo, were reportedly abducted in the early hours of Wednesday. The incident occurred around 1:00 a.m. at the residence of one Teacher Jerry Ugba, located close [...]

The US Mission in Nigeria also hosted "54 talented young Nigerian professionals who completed the prestigious 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) for Young African Leaders (YALI)." The post US honours outstanding Mandela Washington Fellows from Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

ABAKALIKI – Ezza Likeminds Brothers Club has restated its commitment to undertake programmes and activities that would advance positive change in Nigeria. The club further pledged its readiness to partner… The post Group Elects New Leadership, Pledges To Drive Positive Change appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Medical and dental graduates of the College of Medicine, University of Lagos (CMUL), Class of 2004, have unveiled a week-long programme to mark 20 years of graduation, alongside a multi-million-naira The post UNILAG medical, dental graduates unveil ₦30m intervention, mark 20 years after graduation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The wife of the Governor of Ondo State has appealed to parents and guardians to provide their children with adequate attention and care. The post Give children attention or risk them seeking street advice – Aiyedatiwa’s wife urges parents appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

An American man shared how the new US travel ban blocked his Nigerian wife from joining him abroad, explaining how the restriction affected their plans to reunite.

President Tinubu mourns the passing of renowned engineer and industrialist Michael Ponle, founder of MicCom Cables, who has died at the age of 86. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-mourns-miccom-cables-founder-michael-ponle/

President Tinubu mourned Chief Michael Abiodun Ponle, 86, who led Miccom Wires and Cable and founded Miccom Golf Resort, praising his impact on Nigeria’s growth.

AON, however, said compared to other countries, domestic travellers in Nigeria pay some of the cheapest air fares in the world, noting that despite their operating cost, they keep ticket prices relatively low. The post Airlines defend fares, blame high operating costs, others appeared first on Vanguard News.

Any political party hoping to use poverty as a tool to win the 2027 governorship election will be disappointed, the Delta State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said.

Wizkid doing what he does best, teasing the people and making the whole internet go wild, this time around it is about his wedding, a subject that fans have been curious about for years. The Grammy-winning singer, real name Ayodeji Balogun, recently let something slip that has got everyone talking. On a casual vibe with […] The post Does Wizkid’s recent wedding tease signal a shift in his personal priorities? appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The streets are buzzing. Everyone is talking about January 2026 and how the banks are going to start asking for Tax Identification Numbers before you can touch your account if you earn anything taxable. You might have heard it from friends, online threads, or just scrolling your social media feed, but here is the real […] The post Steps to Register for a TIN Before the 2026 Bank Deadline appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

LOKOJA – The Ace Initiative for Sustainable Development has successfully concluded a comprehensive climate education programme supported by the Pulitzer Centre. The event brings together primary schools, universities, government representatives,… The post Ace Initiative For Sustainable Devt Partners Pulitzer Centre For Indigenous Climate Education appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has assured residents of the state that a military-backed rescue and protection operation is underway in Ora and neighbouring border towns. Governor Adeleke also commiserated with the people of Ora Igbomina following recent bandit attacks which resulted in the abduction of Emmanuel Owolabi and the killing of a community chief […] Banditry: Adeleke orders military backed operations in Osun border towns

The streets of Oyo Town will soon witness an event that blends centuries of tradition with the pulse of modern Nigerian politics. The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has announced his plans to confer the prestigious Okanlomo of Yorubaland title on Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The announcement has […] The post Inside Alaafin’s plans for Seyi Tinubu’s Okanlomo Title Investiture appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The immediate past minister of information and culture, Lai Mohammed, has revealed one of his toughest decisions while in office during Buhari's administration.

In early 2024 and again publicly in 2025, Aliko Dangote did something Nigeria’s business elite rarely do, he stopped masking his frustration behind corporate language. Standing inside the vast concrete and steel complex of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lekki, Lagos, he described a force he said was actively working against Nigeria’s energy future, he […] The post Inside Dangote’s recent statement linking Nigeria’s Oil Mafia to Drug Cartel Power appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

What Nigerians witnessed on Sunday December 14 2025 was not gossip and not speculation. Peller whose real name is Habeeb Hamzat went live while driving on the Lekki Epe Expressway in Lagos. From the first moments of the broadcast he looked emotionally overwhelmed crying openly agitated and unstable. During that livestream he made direct statements […] The post Peller’s Suicide Attempt and the Pattern of Emotional Collapse Among Young Nigerian Stars appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Their defection comes about one week after Governor Siminalayi Fubara joined the ruling party. The post Four House Of Reps Members From Rivers State Defect To APC appeared first on Channels Television.

Calls for Termination of Failing Contracts ABAKALIKI – Ebonyi State chapter of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has alleged that some indigenous contractors are sabotaging the efforts of Governor Francis… The post Indigenous Contractors Are Sabotaging Nwifuru — IPAC appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Rivers State Police Command operatives kill two suspected kidnappers in a gun battle and rescue a female victim after storming their hideout in Obio/Akpor. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-kill-two-suspected-kidnappers-in-rivers-rescue-victim/

The Senate has just confirmed the appointment of the remaining 64 ambassadorial nominees.

“These efforts have led to an increased budgetary allocation of about ₦40 billion to the state primary healthcare board..

Gunmen have abducted the newly elected vice chairman of Biu Local Government Area of Borno State, Alhaji Saidu, alongside two councillors in a fresh attack in the area. The councillors represent Zarawuyaku and Miringa wards. The abduction reportedly occurred on Wednesday evening along the Kamuya village–Buni Yadi road as the officials were travelling from Biu [...]

April 2025 Owerri was alive with the buzz of film crew chatter and actors laughing about the scenes they had just wrapped. Cameras, lights, scripts scattered across floors, the smell of food, a gentle hum of music from a nearby speaker. Two veteran Nollywood actors were among the crowd, sharing stories of their early days […] The post The Imo Party where two Actors recently died and the investigation that still isn’t Public appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

There are moments in a country’s life when one figure suddenly becomes heavier than every headline around it. This time, it is ₦17.89 trillion, a borrowing target so large that it bends every conversation in Abuja toward itself. The Federal Government placed the number inside its 2026 Abridged Budget Call Circular, a document that quietly […] The post Debt Spiral or Strategic Survival? Unpacking FG’s plan to borrow ₦17.89tn for the 2026 budget appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

2025 ended on a note many people did not see coming. YouTube Nigeria, the digital pulse of the country, released its year-in-review and the numbers were something else. On one side you had Afrobeats, Nigeria’s global crown jewel, streaming like wildfire. On the other side, gospel music, traditionally seen as niche in the digital space, […] The post Afrobeats vs Gospel: The unexpected genre battle that defined YouTube Nigeria in 2025 appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.