The move comes amid a wider crackdown linked to the December 7 coup attempt, during which soldiers briefly claimed on state television to have overthrown President Patrice Talon

A Nigerian national faces up to 20 years in prison after a US court convicted him of a $7.5 million charity fraud scheme involving wire fraud and identity Read More: https://punchng.com/court-convicts-nigerian-of-7-5m-charity-fraud-in-us/

Former Benin defence minister and leading opposition figure, Candide Azannai, has been remanded in pre-trial detention in connection with investigations into the failed coup attempt that rocked the country earlier this month. Azannai was placed in custody on Saturday following his arraignment before Benin’s anti-terrorism court. According to reports, prosecutors accused him of conspiring against […] Benin detains ex-Defence Minister over alleged role in failed coup

For decades, Nigerians have chronicled the nation’s decline through music, social commentary, and cultural lamentation. The late Sonny Okosun pleaded in his song many decades ago “Which Way Nigeria, which way? a timeless reflection of a country drifting without direction. The post Ó Màṣe — Nigeria, a nation on performance improvement plan appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Kwara NSCDC ensures Yuletide security by deploying 2,380 personnel to protect residents and national assets during Christmas and New Year celebrations. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-kwara-nscdc-promises-safety-deploys-2380-officers/

In 2025, Nigerian authors delivered a rich range of books that explored migration, memory, ambition, love, and survival, often through deeply personal lenses. If you are searching for an end-of-year gift for a loved one, or you are just looking The post Nigerian books from 2025 to read before the year ends appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The fight, which saw both men reportedly splitting a mammoth purse of $184 million, had triggered alarm across boxing due to the gulf in physical size and class between Britain's two-time former world champion Joshua and Paul. The post Anthony Joshua Knocks Out Jake Paul To Win Netflix Boxing Bout appeared first on Channels Television.

A Nigerian man has shared his experience as he observed how much fuel was being sold in his area after Dangote made changes to the price of fuel.

UFAM Services, a conglomerate has held its annual Thanksgiving and End-of-Year Party in a grand celebration to round off the year. A major highlight of the event was the presentation The post UFAM celebrates year-end thanksgiving, rewards best staff with new car appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A Communications Team member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Awal Mohammed, has claimed that the government is failing in its legal case against Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

Benin’s ex-defence minister, Candide Azannai, is in pre-trial detention over an investigation into the West African country’s failed coup in December. Read More: https://punchng.com/benin-detains-ex-defence-minister-over-foiled-coup/

The new requirement applies to all withdrawals and online transactions above $200 daily, $500 weekly, and $1,000 monthly, or their naira equivalents, the apex bank said. The post CBN Directs Banks To Enforce Multi-Factor Authentication On Foreign Card Transactions appeared first on Channels Television.

Mr Tinubu's aircraft touched down at the General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport, Maiduguri, at about 12:55 p.m. The post Tinubu arrives Maiduguri to inaugurate projects, attend Ali Modu Sheriff son’s wedding appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Adejorin was found guilty on multiple charges, including wire fraud, aggravated identity theft and unauthorised access to protected computer systems.

Former Arsenal and Manchester City star,  Emmanuel Adebayor, has named the greatest African player to have played in the Premier League. According to him, Mohamed Salah of Egypt is ahead Ivorian and former Chelsea attacker, Didier Drogba, in this ranking. Speaking to Viaplay Premier Sunday, the former Tottenham and Real Madrid striker also hailed Al Nasir […] EPL: Emmanuel Adebayor names greatest African player

The Circular Road Stakeholders Engagement Committee set up by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, to address grievances arising from protests over the proposed corridor of the 110-kilometre Circular Road project The post Circular road committee visits Olubadan, seeks royal guidance on corridor dispute appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Mazi Nnamdi Kanu Global Defence Consortium has described the trial of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, leader as a calculated effort to force conviction in  the absence of law. The consortium, a group of lawyers fighting for the freedom of the pro-Biafra agitator, made the claim in a statement signed by  Barrister Onyedikachi Ifedi. According […] ‘Nnamdi Kanu’s trial, calculated effort to force conviction in absence of law’ – Defence team

The Kwara State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Dr. Umar J.G. Muhammed, has authorized the deployment of 2,380 officers and men to strengthen the protection of critical national assets, safeguard public facilities, and ensure the safety of residents throughout the Yuletide season. ASC Ayoola Michael Shola, CDPRO, Kwara State Command, […] Yuletide: NSCDC deploys 2,380 personnel in Kwara, warns vandals

The opposition Social Democratic Party (SDP) has welcomed the Supreme Court judgment that fined the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ₦2 million for interfering in the internal affairs of the The post SDP hails Supreme Court verdict, says ruling reinforces party autonomy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A US soldier sent a message to Nigeria after President Trump's partial travel ban, criticizing Nigeria's president and warning that 'we're still coming'.

12 persons died, while two others were injured in an auto crash that occurred on Friday along the Ejule-Enugu highway in Kogi The post 12 dead, 2 injured in Kogi road accident appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ned Nwoko hints at Regina Daniels amid their custody battle, discussing women’s expectations of 'good men'. Reactions flood in as their marriage remains contentious.

She noted that by her defection, she has become the first serving and duly elected public office holder in Nigeria to officially join the ADC, and the only serving Senator within the party.

Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo, has found himself drawn into a growing church controversy following his role in the wedding of Pastor Chris Okafor to his wife, Pearl.

The Governing Council of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, lkwo Ebonyi State, has appointed a professor of Cardiovascular Physiology, Daniel C. Nwachukwu, the 4th Vice-Chancellor of the university. The appointment was announced on Saturday, 20th December 2025, after a selection process that involved over 40 seasoned professors. Nwachukwu, who is a Professor of Cardiovascular Physiology […] Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ebonyi gets new Vice Chancellor

After a brutal KO loss and broken jaw from Anthony Joshua, Jake Paul announces his move to the cruiserweight division, eyeing future championship fights. Read More: https://punchng.com/give-me-canelo-alvarez-jake-paul-eyes-cruiserweight-switch-after-joshua-ko/

Atalanta star Ademola Lookman is getting ready for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco as the UEFA Europa League sends the Super Eagles winger a strong message.

The police spokesperson said police officers deployed to accompany the audit team were arrested for negligence in the line of duty. The post Police officer commits suicide amid probe of missing ammunition in Niger appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Troops intercept vehicles carrying supplies for ISWAP terrorists in Borno. Major haul recovered, highlighting commitment to disrupt terror networks in the Northeast.

  The coalition of Ondo State Magistrates, Presidents of Grade ‘A’ Customary Courts and Legal Research Officers has announced that it may withdraw its services across the state beginning from January 5, 2026. In a letter dated December 10 and addressed to the state’s Chief Judge, the coalition indicated that the decision followed what it […] The post Judicial Autonomy: Ondo Magistrates Announce Withdrawal Of Services appeared first on OsunDefender.

He was received by Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno, Gov. Dikko Radda of Katsina, Amadu Fintiri of Adamawa State, Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta The post Tinubu arrives Maiduguri to inaugurate projects, attend Modu Sheriff son’s wedding appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Nigeria midifelder, Sunday Oliseh, has shared his thoughts on the exclusion of Maduka Okoye from the final 28-man squad to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Okoye was dropped from the final squad despite being included in Eric Chelle’s provisional list of 54 players. Oliseh claims the Udinese goalkeeper was “torn to bits” by […] AFCON 2025: ‘He was torn to pieces’ – Oliseh on Okoye’s exclusion from Nigeria squad

Audit confirmed that some of the pollution abatement devices that were supposed to be installed by these companies were not installed because the consultancy firms were deficient in reporting the correct situation for necessary actions, govt said. The post Ogun Govt Suspends Firms Over Alleged Lead-Acid Poisoning appeared first on Channels Television.

The defection of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has continued to attract commendations across the state. The post Fubara’s defection excites Odili, says Rivers will benefit more from centre appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Ogun State government has suspended three environmental consultancy firms for professional negligence and culpability in the alleged acid battery pollution from the closed Used Lead Acid Battery, ULAB, recycling companies in the Ogijo area of the state. Commissioner for Environment,Ola Oresanya, announced the suspension during a review meeting of the Process Audit of the […] Ogijo lead poisoning: Ogun suspends three environmental consultancy firms

This candour is rare in budget presentations, which often prefer abstraction over admission. By naming the problem plainly, the President establishes credibility and signals a shift from excuse-making to corrective action.