As part of activities marking the 2025 Yuletide season, Osun Country Club has donated food items worth millions of naira and N1 million in cash to a Catholic orphanage in The post Group donates food items, N1million to Osun Catholic orphanage  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

But Russia has called it a "terrorist attack" and a "personal attack" against Putin, saying it will toughen its negotiation stance in Ukraine war talks. The post Russia shows video of drone it says Ukraine fired at Putin residence appeared first on Vanguard News.

They stated that after months of consultations, they had decided to join the ADC to “rescue Nigeria from the poor governance of the APC". The post Peter Obi, Other South-East Leaders Declare For ADC In Enugu appeared first on Channels Television.

The President of the Civil Society Groups for Good Governance, Ogakwu Dominic, has warned that the planned enforcement of the ban on sachet and small PET bottle alcohol could have far-reaching economic consequences for Nigerians. Speaking on the Arise News Morning Show, Dominic said the policy, although aimed at curbing alcohol abuse, would negatively affect […]

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC, says the country’s oil output dropped year-on-year (YoY) to 1.599 million barrels per day (bpd), including condensate, in November 2025 from 1.698 million bpd in the corresponding period of 2024, indicating a decrease of 5.9 percent. NUPRC disclosed this in its December 2025 Crude Oil and Condensate Production […] Nigeria’s oil output drops 5.9% to 1.599m bpd

Nigeria has expressed its readiness to consolidate and deepen its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with China in 2026. The Director-General and Global Liaison of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership, Mr. Joseph Tegbe, The post Nigeria pledges to deepen strategic partnership withChina in 2026 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Eric Chelle updates on Super Eagles' injuries after a 3-1 win over Uganda. Ryan Alebiosu and Cyriel Dessers may miss the rest of AFCON 2025 due to injury.

Peter Obi has defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 election, pledging to transform Nigeria and resist election rigging.

Heirs Energies Limited has acquired the 20.07% equity stake in Seplat Energy Plc previously held by Maurel & Prom (M&P), a transaction valued at approximately $500 million. The stake, comprising 120.4 million ordinary shares, was purchased at GBP3.05 per share. The post Heirs Energies acquires Maurel & Prom’s stake in Seplat for $500m appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

A former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has expressed confidence that the party’s protracted leadership crisis could be resolved within one week if its leaders prioritise political dialogue over prolonged court battles. Olawepo-Hashim made the assertion during a consultative meeting with the PDP National Chairman, Tanimu Turaki (SAN), as […]

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in 2023, has officially defected to the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress, ADC. Obi announced his defection in Enugu on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. The former governor of Anambra State said his defection ahead of the 2027 election is aimed transforming and rescuing Nigeria. “We are […] BREAKING: Peter Obi officially defects to ADC

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed concern over the sharp rise in global military spending, noting that it is now about thirteen times higher than funds allocated to development The post UN boss Guterres raises alarm over surge in global military spending appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has mounted a robust defence of the sweeping economic and political reforms pursued by the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, insisting that Nigeria has crossed the… The post Bamidele Defends Tinubu-Era Reforms, Says Nigeria Set for Recovery Despite Opposition Pushback appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Anthony Ufoh The Commissioner of Police, Lagos Command, Olorundare Jimoh, has decorated 35 newly promoted senior officers of the Command. The promotion exercise saw thirty (30) Superintendents of Police (SPs)… The post Lagos CP, Jimoh Decorates 35 Newly Promoted Officers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Taiwan remained on high alert on Wednesday after China staged massive military drills around the island the previous day, keeping its emergency maritime response centre running as it monitored Chinese naval manoeuvres, the coast guard said.

The artist, while speaking in an interview with Complex, laughed at the claims, stating that he will not be clearing the rumors around his net worth.

In a celebration that truly captured the spirit of the season, Knorr, Nigeria’s leading seasoning brand, spread yuletide cheer and joy across 21 markets and 30 communities spanning ten cities… The post Share The Good”: Knorr Spreads Happiness, Joy Across 30 Communities In Nigeria appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A Nigerian-American physician and pioneer in regenerative medicine, Dr. David Ikudayisi, has said Nigeria can stem the persistent brain drain in its health sector and emerge as a hub for The post Doctor advocates regenerative medicine to reverse brain drain in nation’s health sector appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in 2023 has officially defected to the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress (ADC). The post Breaking: Peter Obi officially defects to ADC appeared first on Vanguard News.

A well grounded opposition governor has been publicly invited to join the APC ahead of the 2027 general election. This came amid the end of the year celebration.

According to him, failure to observe the historic boundary would have resulted in the loss of more than 10,000 hectares of Nigerian territory, including parts of Biajua and Danare communities in Boki. The post FG halts plans to cede 10,000 hectares of land to Cameroon appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Nigeria’s new tax laws, effective Jan 2026, will not involve automatic bank deductions. Taxpayers will self-declare income in a new, fairer system. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-automatic-bank-deductions-under-new-tax-laws-oyedele/

A young Nigerian man has shared his experience after narrowly surviving an accident at the exact spot where Anthony Joshua crashed and lost two friends.

John Eso, a Nigerian graduate student at North Carolina State University in the United States, says many qualified international students miss scholarship opportunities not because they lack ability but because The post How strategy shaped my US scholarship journey, by Nigerian graduate student appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The naira weakens to ₦1,445.68/$ despite CBN's dollar sales, while Nigeria's external reserves rise to $45.45bn, highlighting ongoing currency stability challenges.

Five vehicles were set ablaze overnight in the southern Israeli town of Lehavim in what police are investigating as a retaliatory arson attack linked to escalating tensions in nearby Bedouin… The post Firefighters Battle Flames Linked To Bedouin Retaliation appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Deputy National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Clement Ojukwu, has reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to the party, dismissing reports of his alleged defection as false. Ojukwu described the claims that he had moved from the Labour Party to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as “fake news,” stressing that he remains firmly committed to […] I’m loyal to LP – Ojukwu denies defecting to ADC

As countries around the world prepares to usher in 2026, new year, the feeling of celebration and hope cuts across borders, cultures, languages and beliefs. The only real difference is timing: the exact moment each country steps into 2026. The post First 10 countries to ring in New Year 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Businessman Blord launched a new tax app for 2026 and offered N500k to anyone who could prove he scammed them in the past amid rising allegations.

One worker confirmed dead and five others trapped after a tragic Kebbi rice mill collapse. Rescue operations are ongoing as officials investigate the scene Read More: https://punchng.com/one-dead-five-trapped-as-rice-mill-collapses-in-kebbi/

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has appointed the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, as the new Chancellor of Kashim Ibrahim University, Maiduguri. The appointment letter was presented to the monarch at his palace in Ile-Ife, Osun State, on Tuesday by the Secretary to the Borno State Government, Mallam Bukar […]

Popular boxer Anthony Joshua is not a Muslim but remains open to faith. A resurfaced mosque photo sparked debate on his beliefs and social media reactions.

Media entrepreneur Mo Abudu has applauded Nollywood stars Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham and Ini Edo for the strong box-office performance of their latest films, which are currently drawing large audiences across cinemas in Nigeria. Taking to Instagram, Abudu celebrated the trio for their creativity, resilience and growing influence within the film industry, noting that their [...]

Anthony Ufoh Senator Ede Dafionone, who represents Delta Central, has stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC)  is a unifying factor in Delta State and, as an inclusive party,  a… The post 2027: Election Dafionone Gives Reasons Why Delta APC Must Unite appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.