In a blunt and provocative assessment of the internal health of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), flagbearer hopeful Dr. Bryan Acheampong has warned that the party faces a terminal fracture if it elects either Dr Mahamudu Bawumia or Kennedy Agyapong as its candidate for the 2028 general elections.

Gunmen have killed a police officer and abducted an expatriate principal in a commando-style attack at a company in Ogunmakin, Oyo State. Police are invest Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-gunmen-kill-policeman-abduct-expatriate-in-oyo/

Management of the Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School (PRESEC), Legon, has strongly condemned comments by lawyer and media personality Miss Serwaa Amihere, in which the school was allegedly described as a “breeding ground for homosexuals”, describing the remarks as false, reckless and deeply offensive.

Peter Obi congratulates the Super Eagles on their AFCON third-place finish, praising their resilience and fighting spirit throughout the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/peter-obi-hails-super-eagles-afcon-third-place-finish/

Coach Eric Chelle praises the Super Eagles’ AFCON performance and pledges Nigeria squad continuity, aiming to build on their bronze medal success. Read More: https://punchng.com/chelle-pledges-continuity-for-nigeria-squad-after-afcon-bronze-win/

EU leaders warn against Trump’s Greenland tariffs threat linked to his bid to buy the territory, raising questions about the future of the EU-US trade deal Read More: https://punchng.com/eu-warns-against-trumps-tariffs-threat-over-greenland/

With only two weeks remaining until the New Patriotic Party (NPP) elects its 2028 flagbearer, Dr. Bryan Acheampong has ignited a debate on loyalty and divine will, taking a direct swipe at fellow contender Kennedy Agyapong for refusing to commit to supporting the party’s eventual winner.

In the attack, one police officer was shot dead while attempting to repel the attack. The post Gunmen attack Oyo factory, abduct Chinese expatriate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Watch as football icon Kanu Nwankwo joins the Super Eagles to celebrate their third-place win at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in the dressing room. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-kanu-nwankwo-joins-super-eagles-to-celebrate-after-third-place-wins/

Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have rescued two kidnap victims and foiled kidnapping and robbery incidents along Wukari-Ikyior Road in Wukari local government area of Taraba State. The victims identified as Mr. Terso Kerso, 48-year-old and Mr. Udongu Terbo, 42-year-old, were taken to the Federal University Teaching Hospital, Wukari, for medical attention after […]

The governor said his administration would continue supporting those committed to Rivers State’s progress. The post ‘I Remain Governor,’ Fubara Vows To Uphold Peace In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was the hero of the day, saving two crucial spot kicks in the penalty shootout against Egypt.  The post ‘You Inspired Millions,’ FG Hails Super Eagles On AFCON Bronze appeared first on Channels Television.

For smartphone users who prioritise camera performance over brand loyalty, several devices in 2026 now rival—or surpass—the Samsung Galaxy S25 in photography and videography. Equipped with larger high-resolution sensors, advanced The post Five good camera phone alternatives to Samsung Galaxy S25 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The panel, known as the Gaza executive board, notably includes Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and a Qatari official and was announced by the White House on Friday. The post Israel disagrees with Trump on panel for post-war Gaza appeared first on Vanguard News.

CAF praises Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali for his stellar performance at the 2025 AFCON, saving penalties and securing bronze against Egypt.

The 2026 International Maulud of Sheikh Ibrahim Inyass held Saturday at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina. The post Governor Radda hosts 40th Maulud of Sheikh Ibrahim Inyass, urges interfaith harmony appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

APC chieftain Osita Okechukwu urges Northern politicians to support a Tinubu second term, emphasizing Nigeria’s power rotation convention for national unit Read More: https://punchng.com/allow-tinubu-finish-second-term-apc-chieftain-tells-northern-politicians/

With only two weeks remaining until the New Patriotic Party (NPP) selects its candidate for the 2028 general elections, Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Bosiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has issued a call to party delegates to prioritise electoral viability over personal loyalty.

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding the leadership of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, saying traditional rulers must adapt to the realities of modern governance and work together for unity and development rather than seeking supremacy. Ajayi, […]

Carlos Alcaraz will launch his bid for tennis history while women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka is also in action on the first day of the Australian Open on Sunday. The post Top-ranked Alcaraz, Sabalenka headline Australian Open day one appeared first on Vanguard News.

Arsenal squandered a golden opportunity to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table to nine points, drawing 0-0 with a resilient Nottingham Forest side. The Gunners, hoping to capitalise on rivals Manchester City’s earlier slip-up against Manchester United, failed to break down a dogged Forest defence. Despite having watched City lose, […]

The Federal Government congratulates the Super Eagles on their AFCON bronze medal win, praising their resilience and performance throughout the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-hails-super-eagles-on-afcon-bronze-medal-win/

A sociopolitical group, the Okpe Majority Group, has called on a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Olorogun O’tega Emerhor, to contest the Delta Central Senatorial seat in the The post Okpe group urges Emerhor to join Delta central senatorial race appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Pep Guardiola admitted Manchester City were outplayed by an inspired Manchester United in a 2-0 defeat that further dented their Premier League title challenge on Saturday. City are still yet to win in four league games this year to fall The post Man City well beaten by ‘better’ Man Utd, concedes Guardiola appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has renewed calls for stricter compliance with traffic laws after road crashes claimed 2,673 lives between January and November 2025, representing an 18.5 per cent increase compared with the same period the previous year.

Umahi noted that the project inspection became necessary to achieve quality work as stipulated by the President Bola Tinubu-led administration. The post FG deploys CCTV, solar lights to monitor projects  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Indonesian authorities are searching for a fisheries surveillance aircraft carrying at least 10 people after contact was lost on Saturday. The plane, an ATR 42-500 operated by Indonesia Air Transport, was flying from Yogyakarta Province to Makassar, the capital of South Sulawesi, when air traffic control lost contact at about 1:30pm local time (0530 GMT). […]

President Tinubu congratulates the Super Eagles for their AFCON 2025 bronze medal, describing the achievement as feeling ‘good like gold.’ Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-bronze-medal-good-as-gold-tinubu-hails-super-eagles-victory/

Famous Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson, has finally secured the release of TikToker, Eedie Bliss, from detention. Eedie Bliss regained her freedom on Saturday, January 17, 2026, after Mercy Johnson dropped all charges against her following public outcry on social media platforms. The development came hours after popular social media critic, VeryDarkMan, dragged the actress and […] Alleged defamation: Mercy Johnson drops charges against Tik Toker amid public outcry

Hon. Shina Peller, the Ayedero of Yorubaland, has commended the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their remarkable journey and resilient performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in… The post AFCON 2025: Shina Peller Commends Super Eagles Gallant Run appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A former All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship aspirant in Osun State, Dr Akin Ogunbiyi, has thrown his weight behind the party’s campaign strategy ahead of the 2026 general election cycle. Ogunbiyi spoke on Saturday in Osogbo during a meeting with leaders and members of his political organisation drawn from the 30 local government areas and […] Osun 2026: Ogunbiyi aligns with APC strategy, targets Senate seat

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Nigerian national team, Super Eagles, for Saturday’s bronze medal victory at the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President commended the Super Eagles for putting behind them the disappointment of the semi-final loss to host nation Morocco last […]

Founder of Ibadan-based Agidigbo FM, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, has joined a political party, Accord, and declared his intention to contest the Oyo governorship election in 2027.  The post Agidigbo FM founder Oriyomi Hamzat joins Accord, declares Oyo gov bid appeared first on Vanguard News.

The victory restores Bayern's 11-point lead atop the ladder over second-placed Borussia Dortmund, while continuing their record-breaking campaign. The post Kane Scores As Bayern Deliver Comeback Romp Over Leipzig appeared first on Channels Television.

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s senior national football team, the Super Eagles, on their bronze medal victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), describing the feat as a proud moment for the nation. In a statement on The post Tinubu congratulates Super Eagles on AFCON bronze medal triumph appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigeria has reaffirmed its leadership role within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) as Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, witnessed the swearing-in and inauguration of Mamady Doumbouya as President of Guinea. The inauguration followed President The post Nigeria reasserts ECOWAS leadership as Shettima attends Guinea’s Presidential inauguration appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.