The Niger State Police Command has arrested a suspected killer of a vigilante member, Sudais Zakari of Angwan-Roka, Minna, who had been on the run since 2024. The suspect was arrested alongside Danjuma Idris of Maitumbi on suspicion of robbery. Zakari was said to have fled after allegedly killing Ibrahim Yahaya, also known as […] The post Police Arrest Fleeing Vigilante Killer After Two Years appeared first on OsunDefender.

The controller said that officials of the Hitech Construction Company, the contractor, worked until about 10 p.m. on Tuesday to clear refuse from the blocked drainage to restore free flow of water.

Presidential candidate in 2023, Omoyele Sowore, has claimed that 90 per cent of federal lawmakers and other elected officials would not be elected if elections in Nigeria were conducted transparently. The human rights activist turned politician made the remark while reacting to the controversy trailing the amendments to the Electoral Act, particularly provisions relating to […]

The naira appreciated again against the US dollar, marking its third consecutive gain following CBN’s decision allowing BDCs to buy dollars from banks.

Five persons have been kidnapped from a Makeke Health Centre in Umakeke community, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State. Those abducted are a nurse in the Health Centre, Mrs. The post Five abducted from Edo Health Centre appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has shed light on the exceptional attitude and relentless drive of star striker Victor Osimhen, highlighting the Galatasaray forward’s insatiable hunger for victory. Chelle’s observations come amidst Osimhen’s stellar form for both his club and the Nigerian national team this season, where his prolific goal-scoring and impactful performances have […]

A man was killed and his wife critically injured in a fatal Lagos truck accident after a granite-laden truck crushed their car at Eleko Junction. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-dies-wife-injured-as-truck-crushes-car-in-lagos/

Lagos, Nigeria, is set to host a significant gathering of global athletics leaders, policymakers, and race organisers as the Africa Running Conference 2026 commences this Thursday at the Eko Hotel. This pivotal event aims to define a bold, commercially viable, and globally aligned future for road running across Africa. The conference begins with a technical […]

A Lagos High Court in Ikeja has ordered that defendants charged over the alleged fraudulent sale of a 1.08-hectare parcel of land in Lekki be served with court processes through The post Alleged land fraud: Court orders substituted service on defendants appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria’s movie gatekeepers have kicked off the year with a bang, stamping approval on no fewer than 102 films in January alone — a dramatic leap that signals a bustling season in the nation’s creative corridors. The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) disclosed the figures in a statement issued in Lagos by its […]

The Bayelsa State Police Command has confirmed that an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded at the state secretariat yesterday . In a statement by its image maker, Musa Mohammed, a The post Bayelsa police confirm explosion at state secretariat appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The development occured shortly after the civil suit for forfeiture of 57 property allegedly linked to Malami was called for mention. The post Breaking: Judge recuses self from EFCC’s cases against Malami appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, has clarified misconceptions about the Nigeria–United States Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on HIV and malaria, stressing that the agreement The post US–Nigeria Health MOU not tied to any religion, says Pate  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

"I mean, the UK has been colonised. It's costing too much money," he said, repeating: "The UK has been colonised by immigrants, really, hasn't it?" The post UK PM demands Man Utd co-owner Ratcliffe apologise for immigration comments appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has warned the personnel of the service against any act of indiscipline that undermines democratic order. Aneke issued the warning The post NAF warns against threats to democracy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

According to the most recent Monthly Oil Market Report from OPEC, Nigeria started 2026 with a slight increase in crude oil production, at 1.459 million barrels per day in January.    The graph shows an increase of 37,000 barrels per day from the 1.422 million barrels documented in December 2025. Although the performance improved, output […]

SystemsSpec Group, organisers of the children’s Day Essay Competition as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR), has said the initiative had exposed the nation’s youths to solution-oriented thinking. The firm pointed out that its CSR’s efforts reflect a sustained commitment to building a better Nigeria through information technology by exposing young Nigerians to real-world […]

LAFIA – Adamawa State government, in collaboration with State Educational Services, has awarded a scholarship fund worth millions to its 200 indigent students to study in foreign Universities as part of…

Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted and sentenced two Chinese citizens, Huang Haoyu (also known as Ken) and An Hongxu, both directors of Genting International Co. Limited, to a total of 46 years in prison for their involvement in a large-scale cybercrime and money laundering scheme worth billions of […]

Lagos State government, through its Ministry of Youth and Social Development, has urged corps members deployed to the state, especially those in the health sector, to discharge their duties in tandem with international best practices The commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr Mobolaji Abubakre Ogunlende, stated this at an induction and training of Year […]

Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has inaugurated Local Government Renewed Hope Coordinators to sensitise the residents on the need to re-elect President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office in the 2027 general election. At the event held at Oregun, Ikeja, Sanwo-Olu said the President Bola Tinubu-led administration had given birth to a […]

The social media user had alleged that Teddy A divorced Bambam after discovering she was pregnant with Uzor Arukwe’s child, claiming the revelation came through leaked private chats.

Mulikhat Muhammad Magashi, a retired psychiatric nurse, has warned that excessive crying in babies could be a sign of underlying psychological problems that require attention from parents and health workers. She revealed this on Wednesday during a one-day Community Report-Back Session organized by The Resource Centre for Human Rights & Civic Education (CHRICED), with support […] Excessive crying in babies could signal psychological problems – Mental health expert

The concentration of chip production in Taiwan has long been seen as a protection against an attack by China and an incentive for the United States to defend it. The post China labels Taiwan leader ‘war instigator’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian actor, Victor Udochukwu Nwaogu, popularly known as Nkubi, has revealed that one of the reasons he became an actor was because people were refusing to employ him due to his physique. The movie star disclosed this while speaking on the stigma of being a little person in a recent episode of the One On […] I was refused regular jobs because of my physique – Nkubi on why he went into acting

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has been commended by the state’s indigenes and residents of Ile-Ife for what they described as a renewed commitment to rebuilding the ancient town through massive investment in road infrastructure. Commending the governor during an on-the-spot assessment, former national secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Professor Adewale Oladipupo, […]

The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has cautioned the government against underfunding the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation (OAuGF). It said insufficient financial support to the The post Reps committee cautions against poor funding of AuGF’s office appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). The Presidency announced Yusuf’s The post Tinubu nominates ex-Ambassador Yusuf as NAHCON chairman appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has arrived at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, for the 18th LEADERSHIP Annual Conference and Awards 2025 She was received on arrival by the Chairman of LEADERSHIP Media Group, Mrs Zainab Nda-Isaiah, and top management staff of the media conglomerate. Mrs Tinubu is slated to be awarded […]

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has taken his administration’s anti-cultism campaign to secondary schools in Edo South senatorial district. The campaign included distribution of anti-cultism materials, sensitisation talks and direct interaction with the students. Addressing students at the Edo Boys High School and the Ihogbe College, Governor Okpebholo, who spoke through his Principal Security Officer, […]

Traditional ruler of Ekeoba Ancient Kingdom, Ohuhu, Umuahia, Abia State, HRM Eze Iheanyichukwu Nwokenna, has rated the state governor, Dr. Alex.Otti high on performance Eze Nwokenna made the observation while contributing to a live radio programme on Broadcasting Corporation of Abia State in the state capital, Umuahia. Tagged the ‘Truth” the programme is powered by […]

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the Nigerian Navy to immediately release from its custody a detained vessel, MT Dejikun, to a firm, Sea Delights Marine Wreckage Limited. The post Court orders Navy to release detained vessel appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

“Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace... The post US actor, James Van Der Beek, dies at 48 appeared first on Tribune Online.

The former deputy  governor of Imo State, Prince Eze Madumere, has called on the citizenry to approach the milestones recorded by the state at 50 with cautious optimism, legacy preservation,  inclusivity, unity of purpose and sober reflection. This is even as he urged the people to  deliberately  work assiduously towards the sustainability of their common  […]

A 51-year-old food content creator in the Philippines has died after eating a toxic reef crab reportedly for a social media video, prompting warnings from local officials about the dangers of consuming unfamiliar marine wildlife. Emma Amit, described in reports as a budding vlogger from Puerto Princesa, Palawan, gathered shellfish and crabs with companions on […]

Federal Government of Nigeria has extended warm felicitation to the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran on the occasion of the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. A statement issued yesterday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, described the 1979 Iranian as a pivotal moment in Iran’s modern […]