In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful All praise is due to Allah, who created souls and gave them life, who honoured them through Islam and made them precious, and who threatened those who transgress against them with the Hellfire and its blazing heat. I bear witness that there is no […] The post Friday Sermon: The grave prohibition of killing innocent souls!, By Murtadha Gusau appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Gombe State Police Command on Friday paraded a 39-year-old man in connection with alleged criminal conspiracy, housebreaking and theft in Akko Local Government Area of the state. The suspect, identified as Ibrahim Mohd of Kagarawal Quarters, Gombe, was arrested in the early hours of January 23, 2026, following intelligence reports from a concerned resident. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-burglar-recover-stolen-motorcycle-in-gombe/

Former PDP National Legal Adviser has defected to APC in Akwa Ibom, with Akpabio and Governor Umo Eno hailing the move as a boost for political unity.

ABUJA – As the Rivers State political crisis continues to escalate, civil society organisations, media professionals, and the APC Leader Forum have called on the National Assembly to take over… The post CSOs, APC Leaders’ Forum, Urge NASS To Intervene In Rivers Assembly Crisis appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Cross River State government has focused renewed attention to the male and female football clubs owned by the state – Rivers FC and Pelican Stars – with a view to improving their statuses, welfare and finances Chairman of the state sports commission, Mr. Etta Lawrence Itanya said Governor Baseey Otu met Rovers FC receiving ₦5 […] Cross River Govt moves to revive Calabar Rovers, Pelican Stars

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Ethan Nwaneri has officially joined Olympique Marseille on loan until the end of the season, Prompt News reports. Nwaneri will return to Arsenal at the end of the season. The 18-year-old made 12 appearances across all competitions for the Gunners this season. The versatile winger will now get more valuable game [...]

Nigeria's national electricity grid collapsed on Friday, marking the country's first nationwide blackout of the year and leaving millions without power during peak evening hours.

The Senate has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the significant progress recorded in the implementation of the Federal Government’s Sustainable Integrated Productive Communities (SIPC) initiative. The post Senate commends Tinubu on SIPC progress, hails Niger Governor’s land commitment appeared first on Vanguard News.

Two time Commissioner and former governorship aspirant in Delta State, Olorogun Barrister Fred Majemite has lost his father-in-law, Chief David MafuvweSiakpere, former principal of Urhobo College and the prestigious Government… The post Majemite Loses Father-In-Law appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau on Friday swore in six newly appointed High Court judges at a ceremony held in Jos. The post Mutfwang swears in six Plateau high court judges appeared first on Vanguard News.

The governor is expected to join the APC alongside most of his commissioners and the chairpersons of all 44 local government areas in the state. The post BREAKING: Kano governor finally dumps NNPP, set to join APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President John Dramani Mahama has commended the Ghana Armed Forces for their professionalism and discipline, crediting their efforts with helping to restore relative calm in Bawku and other conflict-prone areas of the country.

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Federal Government on Thursday confirmed the payment of N152 billion to contractors for verified contracts, as indigenous contractors resumed protests in Abuja over alleged unpaid debts running into trillions of naira.The confirmation was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Federal Ministry of FinanceThe contractors had accused the [...]

Nollywood star Yul Edochie sparked controversy as he joined APC, igniting speculation over his motives ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. Reactions pour in online.

The House of Representatives Minority Caucus Ad-hoc Committee investigating alleged distortions of Nigeria’s tax laws has confirmed that some of the recently passed tax reform laws were illegally altered. The committee highlighted the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025, as the law most affected by the changes. The confirmation was disclosed on Friday in an interim […] The post Reps Committee Confirm Alterations in Tax Reform Laws appeared first on OsunDefender.

Wikki Tourists have strengthened their defence with the signing of Gabriel Solomon, DAILY POST reports. Solomon joined the Bauchi Elephants from non-league side Nanchi FC. The defender was unveiled by the club’s chairman Salamanu Abubakar on Thursday. He featured for Nigeria National League, NNL, side Bichi First FC in the first stanza. Solomon is expected […] NPFL: Wikki Tourists sign defender Gabriel Solomon

The Kano government removes the NNPP flag from the state government house, with a video of the action now circulating online, igniting reactions.

BENIN – The Edo State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has berated the Governor Okpebholo-led administration over the Government’s plan to float a state-owned airline, describing the proposal… The post Plans To Float Edo Airline, A Misplaced Priority, Says PDP appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Acting Minister for Defence, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has said President John Dramani Mahama’s economic reset agenda and commitment to good governance are restoring hope and confidence among Ghanaians.

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An Iranian woman who witnessed the bloody crackdown on protests in Iran has described how her neighbourhood turned into a "war zone" as security forces opened fire at crowds with live ammunition.

Abia Warriors will be without the duo of Yakubu Hammed and Ayodele Ezekiel for the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 22 encounter against Nasarawa United. Hammed and Ezekiel will miss the game due to injury. The duo have featured in majority of the Umuahia-based side’s league matches this season. Technical adviser Imama Amapakabo is […] NPFL: Abia Warriors duo to miss Nasarawa United clash

Turnover climbed 43.6 per cent to N214.7 billion, boosted by increased revenue from its foods, personal care and beauty & wellbeing business segments. The post Unilever’s annual profit hits record N31 billion amid sales growth appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A pro democracy group said Rivers Chief Judge Simeon Amadi acted lawfully by refusing to probe Governor Fubara due to court orders and a pending appeal.

The European Union, EU, has decried the violence and threats surrounding the Uganda general elections, including the targeting of opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) and his supporters. A statement on Friday expressed worry about the “uneven playing field in the run-up to the elections, arbitrary arrests of civil society actors, and the internet shutdown.” […] EU deplores Uganda election violence, Bobi Wine’s harassment

President Bola Tinubu has reportedly dropped former governor Usman Dakingari as an ambassador-designate to Turkey, hours after his name was announced.

Kelechi Iheanacho is in contention for Celtic’s trip to Tynecastle on Sunday, DAILY POST reports. Iheanacho has been sidelined with a hamstring injury twice since arriving Celtic on a free transfer last summer. The Nigeria international’s last appearance for Celtic came in the Premier Sports Cup final defeat to St Mirren at the Hampden Park […] Scotland: Celtic get Iheanacho boost ahead Hearts clash

The Nigeria Customs Service in Bauchi announced a major customs seizure of smuggled goods, including cars and donkey meat, valued at over N229 million. Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-seize-n200m-worth-of-smuggled-goods-vehicles-in-bauchi/

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) has outlined the Agency’s 2026 operational priorities following a high-level strategic The post Marwa sets NDLEA’s 2026 agenda, urges intensified crackdown on drug cartels appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Dean of the School of Journalism and Media Studies at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UNIMAC), Prof Etse Sikanku, has said the practice of widows succeeding their spouses in Parliament is a long-established democratic phenomenon that also contributes positively to gender representation.

KANO – Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises and the need to safeguard the… The post BREAKING: Gov Yusuf Resigns From NNPP As Kano Political Realignment Deepens appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

When Friedrich Nietzsche famously declared that “God is dead,” he was not announcing the literal death of the Christian God or any other religious deity. Rather, he was diagnosing the The post With wings of faith & reason: Reviewing Ukpongʼs God In The City appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

UYO – Chief Emmanuel Enoidem, SAN, one of the founding members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State and former National Legal Adviser of the party, has… The post Former PDP National Legal Adviser Defects To APC In Akwa Ibom appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Central North Regional Police Command has arrested 100 residents of Assin Wurakese following a recent mob attack on a patient at the Akoti Health Centre.

He also addressed public reactions to his viral scooter ride in Warri, describing it as a personal moment of relaxation that unexpectedly helped promote interest in his kingdom. The post Why I can’t marry more than one wife – Olu of Warri appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). The Governor cited deepening internal crises and persistent leadership disputes within the party. The governor’s decision was contained in a statement issued on Friday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, Yusuf conveyed […] The post Just In: Kano Governor Dumps NNPP appeared first on OsunDefender.