The Lagos State University community has reacted angrily to a viral prank video in which a group of young men dressed in costumes resembling extremist fighters stormed the campus, causing panic among students. The footage, uploaded on December 5 by Datreez Entertainment TV and titled “Bandits Prank on Lasuites”, showed individuals wearing turbans and desert-style […] The post LASU Student, Management Expressed Anger Over ‘Bandits Prank’ Filmed At Lagos Varsity appeared first on OsunDefender.

The stakeholders called on governor Agbu Kefas to fasttrack the safe return of the displaced Tiv population taking refuge in

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved major changes aimed at reducing the high cost of flying within Nigeria and the entire West African region. In a statement yesterday, the Commission said Heads of State and Government had, at their December 2024 summit in Abuja, adopted a measure that will remove taxes […] The post ECOWAS Cuts Air Travel Cost in Nigeria, Others appeared first on OsunDefender.

Pep Guardiola has insisted that Manchester City “are far away” from winning the Champions League. On Wednesday night, City defeated Real Madrid 2-1, strengthening their bid to finish in the top eight. The victory moved Guardiola’s side up to fourth, with Bodo/Glimt and Galatasaray yet to play in the New Year. According to Sky Bet, […] UCL: Guardiola names team that is ‘far away’ from winning trophy

The draw for the 2025/26 Women’s FA Cup Round of 32 has produced a thrilling lineup of fixtures across the Northern and Southern Zones, setting the stage for four days of intense knockout football from December 19–22, 2025. In the Northern Zone, defending champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies face a tricky test against Sung Shining Ladies, […]

The 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa took place in Johannesburg on 8 December 2025 under the theme “New era, New icons.”  The event recognised creators whose work shaped online culture across the region during the year. Nigerian creators received six of the ten awards, while winners also came from Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa. The […]

Your Chance to Experience Morocco Live! AFCON 2025 is drawing closer, and the excitement is sweeping across Africa, but EasyWin Nigeria is taking things to a whole new level. This The post Win AFCON Tickets on Easywin appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Aduana F.C. coach Cioabă Aristica has admitted that his side has a goal-scoring problem after successive matches without finding the back of the net. The two-time league champions have failed to score in consecutive matches and have been dislodged from the top spot of the Ghana Premier League as a result. Sunday’s home draw with […]

Xiaomi has officially dropped the all-new REDMI 15C 5G in Nigeria today! As the upgraded star of the REDMI 15C lineup, this device isn’t just keeping the series’ reputation for unbeatable value + top-tier specs alive in the local market — it’s taking things up a notch with game-changing 5G performance, a massive battery, a […] Meet REDMI 15C 5G: Xiaomi’s new budget champion bringing 5G to everyone

The Ghana Tennis Federation, in partnership with New York Square and the XS Tennis Academy, is set to deliver one of the most transformative Junior Tennis development programs on the African continent, dubbed the Elite Bootcamp: Africa’s Future Aces.

He also assured residents that his focus remains on delivering good governance, improving infrastructure, promoting education, and growing the economy of the state dancing or not.

Members of the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee were shocked that an ambassadorial nominee from Ekiti State, Emmanuel Adeyemi, could only identify two senators from the state during screening. The post Ambassadorial Screening: Drama as nominee fails to identify senator from his state appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) says Nigeria is providing strong regional leadership under  President Bola Tinubu. Its spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, in a statement on The post ECOWAS: APC praises Nigeria’s leadership, growing  influence in  W/Africa appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Twenty-two-year-old environmental activist Truphena Muthoni has officially set a 72-hour world record for tree-hugging, surpassing her previous personal best of 48 hours.

Former Attorney General of the Federation, AGF, and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, is set to spend a third night in Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, custody due to his inability to meet the bail conditions set by investigators. The conditions include the seizure of his international passport, effectively preventing him from travelling […] The post Malami Spends Third Night In EFCC Custody Over Inability To Meet Bail Conditions appeared first on OsunDefender.

Africa Cup of Nations title-winning coaches: 1957: Egypt        Mourad Fahmy 1959: Egypt        Pal Titkos/HUN 1962: Ethiopia     Slavko Milosevic/YUG 1963: Ghana        Charles Gyamfi 1965: Ghana        Charles Gyamfi 1968: Zaire        Ferenc Csanad/HUN 1970: Sudan        Jiri Starost/CZE 1972: Congo        Amoyen Bibanzulu 1974: Zaire        Blagoje Vidinic/YUG 1976: Morocco      Gheorge Mardarescu/ROM […] The post AFCON: Complete list of 34 title-winning coaches appeared first on Vanguard News.

The PSC and Nigeria Police Force have started the police constable recruitment for 50,000 constables. Learn about the requirements and apply online. Read More: https://punchng.com/psc-police-begin-recruitment-of-50000-constables/

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has described the defection of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke as that of a victim of circumstance. The party’s factional National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, made the remark on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Morning Brief, monitored by DAILY POST. “Governor Adeleke’s defection is a victim of circumstance, […] Defection: Governor Adeleke victim of circumstance – PDP

The Federal Government has restated its commitment to strengthening security around schools and safeguarding students and citizens across the country. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, The post FG restates commitment to strengthening security around schools appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Wesley Girls’ High School Old Girls’ Association (OGA) has dismissed recent allegations of religious discrimination at the school, describing them as unfounded and inconsistent with the institution’s long-standing record of inclusivity.

Former Anambra State Governor and ex-Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, has reportedly been arrested at his residence on Justice Mohammed Bello Road in Abuja. Sources close to the former minister said he was picked up on Wednesday by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. An aide to Ngige dismissed earlier claims […] The post EFCC Arrests Former Anambra Governor Ngige In Abuja appeared first on OsunDefender.

Marwa emphasised the enormous opportunities embedded in Nigeria’s blue economy maritime transport, offshore oil and gas, coastal tourism, fisheries, and port operations. The post Nigeria’s blue economy at risk without drug war victory – Marwa appeared first on Vanguard News.

The House of Representatives has called for an immediate, transparent, and independent investigation into the alleged killings of unarmed protesters in Adamawa by military personnel. The call followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by Kwamoti Laori of the PDP from Adamawa during plenary on Wednesday. Moving the motion, Laori expressed […] The post Reps Demand Probe Into Alleged Killing of Eight Protesters in Adamawa appeared first on OsunDefender.

By Suzan Edeh, Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has refuted alleged plans to defect to the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), describing it as false, malicious and unfounded. This… The post Governor Mohammed Denies Plans To Leave PDP For PRP appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Federal Government has begun high-level diplomatic engagements to secure the release of a Nigerian military aircraft and its personnel currently being held by authorities in Burkina Faso. The C-130 transport aircraft and the soldiers on board entered their fourth day in custody on Thursday, after being forced to land by the Burkinabe military government […] FG begins diplomatic talks with Burkina Faso over detained aircraft, soldiers

Ghanaian forward Frank Acheampong completed a remarkable 2024/2025 Chinese Super League campaign, finishing as Henan FC’s top scorer with 14 goals in 30 matches. The 31-year-old’s consistency and attacking prowess marked him as one of the league’s most dynamic performers. Acheampong became the first African player to lead Henan’s scoring charts in a single CSL […]

Governor Siminialayi Fubara of Rivers State says he has suffered greatly as governor because he refused to publicly tell his own side of the story in the state’s prolonged political crisis. Fubara also said he has been unable to meet with the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, and other lawmakers since […] The post I Suffered Because I Kept Quiet on Rivers Crisis — Fubara appeared first on OsunDefender.

Nigeria began diplomatic talks with Burkina Faso to secure the release of a detained C130 aircraft and its crew after the AES accused it of violating its airspace.

Super Eagles and Galatasaray forward, Victor Osimhen, has been named Sportsman of the Year at the 2025 GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards. The post Osimhen wins Sportsman of the Year award in Turkey appeared first on Vanguard News.

Donald Trump unveiled the $1M 'gold card' visa, offering legal residency and citizenship, while critics said the plan favoured wealthy applicants.

•Adebayo, Fayose, Fayemi, Oni, others laud Oyebanji EKITI State on Wednesday achieved a major milestone in its infrastructure development as Governor Biodun Oyebanji formally welcomed the first commercial flight into the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport, describing the event as “a new chapter in the state’s journey towards prosperity.” The colourful ceremony, held at the […]

The indictment cites the ’80s ghost. The briefing notes list cartels. The planes arrive, their sides stenciled JUSTICE, a word meant to gild an old, imperial greed. Back home, a senator’s son buys his eighth gram from a man whose business license is a badge. The fury recognizes not the powder in the plastic bag […]

Let me put the kettle on. This idea won’t leave me alone. You know the old saying? The palm wine tapper is drunk, he thinks the palm is short. I keep picturing him, you see? This fellow up in the tree at dusk, gourd tied to his waist, humming. He’s had a few good pulls […]

Noni Madueke’s brace secures a dominant 3-0 victory for Arsenal against Club Brugge, as the England international becomes a record-breaker in the Champions League.

Bayelsa State Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo and Senator Seriake Dickson are reportedly on their way out of the PDP to join the African Democratic Congress.

“I expected Professor Soyinka, with his years of experience and personality, to