The National Bureau of Statistics( NBS) says the total inmate population rose from 69,946 in 2017 to 81,710 in Q2 2025. The post Total inmate population now to 81,710 – NBS appeared first on Vanguard News.

“We hear that they misunderstood us to be from the state fire service, which they accused of delayed response.” The post Angry mob attacks fire truck, injures firefighters appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has said that their semi-final opponents, Morocco, are not different from other teams they have played so far in the Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria and Morocco will battle it out in one of the semifinal matches of the Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday. The player feels confident and […] AFCON: Nothing special about Morocco – Super Eagles’ Igoh Ogbu

Anthony Ufoh The operatives of the Zamfara police command have arrested two suspected armed robbers and, in the process, recovered two AK-47s. This was disclosed to the public by the… The post Zamfara Police Nabs Robbery Suspects, Recovers Arms appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Yakubu Mohammed, a co-founder of Newswatch magazine and its former deputy chief executive officer, has died at the age of 75. He was said to have battled an undisclosed illness The post Newswatch co-founder Yakubu Mohammed dies at 75 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Two more members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have called on their colleagues to withdraw the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his Deputy, Ngozi Odu. The lawmakers, Barile Nwakoh, who represents Khana Constituency I, and Emilia Amadi of Obio/Akpor Constituency II, made the appeal two days after two other members of […] BREAKING: Two more Rivers lawmakers join calls to drop impeachment against Gov Fubara

The Federal Government and Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a groundbreaking agreement in Abuja on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

A Nigerian woman presently in Morocco has drawn people's attention to something she noticed about the country hosting the ongoing AFCON tournament.

In a landmark development poised to reshape Nigeria’s tertiary education landscape, the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have sealed a far-reaching agreement aimed at improving lecturers’ welfare, ensuring industrial harmony and ending decades of disruptions in federal universities. The post FG, ASUU seal historic deal to end decades of disruptions in Nigerian Universities appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, on 40 percent increment and improved allowances, with the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU. Speaking at the unveiling of the agreement between the government and ASUU, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, said the 40 percent review will be represented by the consolidated […] FG, ASUU sign MoU on salary increase, improved allowances

Super Eagles are set to face Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals, with team assistant captain Victor Osimhen predicting a tough match. Osimhen, who will lead the team The post AFCON semi-final: Morocco’s home advantage won’t stop us – Osimhen appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Suspected armed herders have killed six people, including a retired officer and a former councillor, in a recent attack in Otukpo LGA, Benue State. Read More: https://punchng.com/armed-herders-kill-retired-officer-councillor-four-others-in-benue/

Morocco’s forward Soufiane Rahimi is talking tough ahead of the semifinal clash with the Super Eagles of Nigeria on Wednesday. The attacker told reporters that though it would be tough game against Nigeria, his country will come out with a win. Rahimi, who made history at the last Olympic Games in Paris by scoring in […] Morocco vs Nigeria: ‘We’ll win’ – Rahimi talks tough ahead of semifinal clash

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has reacted to the alleged snubbing the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Owoade Abimbola, in a recent trening video.

Her boyfriend's disrespectful comment about her culture stunned her relatives. Mid-celebration, she realised love without respect was not worth keeping.

The One Jesus One Church One Hallelujah Programme, an annual praise, worship, and humanitarian outreach initiative organized by popular gospel music minister Testimony Jaga, recorded another landmark outing as it The post Testimony Jaga blends worship with massive community outreach appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

As the Super Eagles gear up for their crucial AFCON semi-final clash, Nigerian internationals William Troost-Ekong and Ola Aina have taken to social media to send their best wishes to… The post AFCON Semi-Final: Troost-Ekong and Aina Cheer on Super Eagles appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A human rights lawyer, Barrister Victor Giwa, has explained why he made an attempt to seek an audience with the judge hearing his case. According to Giwa, he decided to seek audience with the judge, Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie, of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court out of courtesy and in compliance with rules of […] ‘My attempt to seek audience with judge in chambers was in company of other counsel’ – Lawyer

For his leadership at the National Assembly that fostered peace, ethnic harmony and national cohesion, the president of the Akwa Ibom State branch of the Alumni Association of Abia State University (ABSU) has applauded the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The branch president, Mr Effiong Etukudoh, who spoke with LEADERSHIP in Uyo, the state capital, said […]

The Kano State Hospitals Management Board has suspended three hospital staff over the death of a housewife, Aishatu Umar, following an alleged case of medical negligence at the Abubakar Imam Urology Centre, Kano. The suspension, which takes immediate effect was confirmed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Board’s Public Relations Officer, Samira Suleiman, […] Kano govt suspends three hospital staff over alleged neglect, death of housewife

Peter Obi condemns the arrest of 52 students in Ekpoma, Edo State, who protested insecurity. He calls the action unacceptable and demands their release. Read More: https://punchng.com/arresting-students-for-demanding-safety-is-intolerable-peter-obi/

A 26-year-old Iranian, Erfan Soltani, is to be publicly executed today in Iran's first death sentence linked to the anti-Khamenei protest, which entered its 20th day on Wednesday.

At least four Super Eagles players are facing the risk of a one-game ban ahead of Wednesday night’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against Morocco. This follows accumulation of yellow cards so far in the tournament. They are: Stanley Nwabali, Calvin Bassey, Moses Simon and Frank Onyeka. If any of the four players get […] AFCON 2025: 4 Super Eagles players facing bans ahead of Morocco clash

The lawyer said the scale of Governor Otti’s performance has created an unprecedented political consensus in Abia, where citizens are no longer driven by party labels but by results and delivery. The post 2027: ‘Abia not ready to return to Egypt’: Ubani declares support for Otti’s re-election bid appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Federal Government has assured the Super Eagles of Nigeria of the full support of the nation as the team prepares to face Morocco in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). In a goodwill message signed on The post FG backs Super Eagles ahead of Morocco clash appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Former Chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Apostle Eugene Ogu, has condemned the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in 2027 by some South-East political leaders, describing support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a “curse” on Ndigbo if the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, remains in custody. The post 2027: Supporting APC without Nnamdi Kanu’s release a curse on Ndigbo – Cleric appeared first on Vanguard News.

“Clearly, this is part of a broader effort to silence scrutiny of public affairs as Uganda heads into general elections." The post Ugandan govt shuts down Internet, suspends NGOs, clamps down on journalists ahead elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Katsina State, Dr Mustapha Inuwa, has claimed that one of the Local Government Areas in the state has earmarked N300 million for the 2026 fiscal year to pay suspected bandits in The post Katsina LGA budgeted N300m to pay bandits – ADC chieftain appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Abisola trusted Adedibu during her most vulnerable moment. His betrayal forces her to walk away and rebuild a life defined by dignity and self-respect.

The signing and unveiling of the agreement took place on Wednesday at the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Conference Hall in Maitama, Abuja. The post FG Signs, Unveils Agreement With ASUU appeared first on Channels Television.

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned the N1.2 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by human rights activist Omoyele Sowore against the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun; the Nigeria Police Force (NPF); the Commissioner of The post Court adjourns Sowore’s N1.2b suit against IGP, AGF, others to March 10 appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) is poised to transition from conventional traffic regulation to a technology-driven incident management framework in 2026. The post LASTMA to adopt tech-driven incident management in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian government has sent a message to the Super Eagles ahead of Wednesday’s semifinal clash with Morocco at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations tournament. Nigeria will face the host nation, Morocco, for a place in the final. The message was sent on behalf of the Nigerian government by Minister of Information and National […] Nigeria vs Morocco: ‘Give your best from first whistle’ – Nigerian Govt sends message to Super Eagles

Nigerian Afrobeat star Seun Kuti has claimed that singer Wizkid borrowed his nickname, sparking a debate among fans. The allegation came during a recent livestream after a Wizkid fan suggested that Kuti change his nickname “Big Bird” because Wizkid also uses “Biggest Bird.” Responding to the fan, Kuti insisted that he coined the nickname long [...]

The US Embassy has reopened its redesigned American Centre in Abuja, offering modern facilities to deepen US-Nigeria relations and provide learning opportu Read More: https://punchng.com/us-embassy-reopens-redesigned-american-centre-in-abuja/

The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed January 23, 2026, for hearing of the application for stay of further proceedings filed by the Kabiru Turaki-led Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, against a suit instituted by a faction of the party in the camp of the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik adjourned […] Turaki-led NWC vs Wike camp: Court fixes Jan 23 for PDP leadership battle