By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Minister of Defence Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd) has asserted that strong bond and shared responsibility between the Armed Forces of Nigeria, the Ministry of Defence, and the Ministry of Interior is critical to the nation’s security, safety, and development. He made the assertion during a courtesy visit to the Ministry [...]

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State declares he is laying a solid foundation, ensuring his 2031 successor will perform even better for the state’s development Read More: https://punchng.com/my-successor-in-2031-will-be-better-than-me-says-otti/

The Ekiti State PDP has appealed a court judgment that nullified its governorship primary, insisting Dr. Wole Oluyede remains its official candidate. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-2026-pdp-appeals-court-verdict-ordering-fresh-primaries/

Agbeyewa Industries Limited, a leading agribusiness company and subsidiary of Cavista Holdings, is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of Matna Foods Company Limited, one of the oldest cassava starch… The post Agbeyewa Acquires Matna Foods To Strengthen Cassava Value Chain, Food Security appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A video of Destiny Boy's final moments sparks mystery and speculation as fans question what he vomited and why Fuji stars asked to delay his burial.

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has charged officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army to remain professional, disciplined, and loyal to the ideals of service, honour, and sacrifice in their operations in 2026. Governor Otti gave the charge at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Barracks, Headquarters of the Nigerian Army 14 Brigade, Ohafia, Abia State, during […] Otti tasks Nigerian Army  on professionalism, discipline

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged councillors across the 377 wards of the state to discharge their oversight functions with courage, represent their constituents with empathy and make laws The post Sanwo-Olu urges councillors to uphold courage, empathy in governance appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Headline inflation continued its downward trend, declining to 8.0% in October 2025 from 9.4% in September 2025. It further went down in November 2025 and December 2025 respectively.

A pro-Atiku Abubakar group has officially expelled the son of the former vice president, Abba, who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress. Mai Bakari, convener of the Atiku Haske Organisation, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. This comes after Abba on Thursday defected to the ruling party, APC, after which he directed all […] Atiku’s son Abba expelled over defection to APC

Angry youths in the Atikankan area of Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, set a brand-new vehicle belonging to a suspected internet fraudster, popularly known as a Yahoo Boy, on fire after it ran over a meat seller in the area. The post Irate youths set suspected yahoo boy’s vehicle on fire after crushing meat seller in Ekiti appeared first on Vanguard News.

Professor Pat Utomi said it did not make sense to run a government at the expense of the masses who are facing hardship. The post [VIDEO] Cost Of Governing Too High, Would be Slice If I Were President — Utomi appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigeria’s Meteorological Agency (NiMet) weather forecast predicts three days of dust haze, sunshine, and thunderstorms across the country from Monday. Read More: https://punchng.com/nimet-predicts-three-day-dust-haze-sunshine-from-monday/

Gov. Uba Sani of Kaduna State says the state will support the reelection of President Bola Tinubu, citing the dividends of democracy and federal projects executed in the state. The post 2027: Why Kaduna will support Tinubu’s re-election bid — Gov Sani appeared first on Vanguard News.

The National Judicial Council has been warned against some frivolous petitions against the appointment of CSP Blessing Ezeala and others as High Court judges.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the killing of a mother and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi, Kano, calling the incident a devastating tragedy and a stark reflection of Nigeria’s worsening security situation. The post Dorayi Killings: ‘security orders are mere talk’ — Atiku appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Ondo State Police arrested a 25-year-old man, Idris Nasiru, for operating an illegal clinic and medical quackery in Ore. Read the full story. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-25-year-old-man-for-operating-illegal-clinic-in-ondo/

Congratulations to the Academic Staff Union of Universities, all members of Nigerian academia, and the Nigerian government for finally renegotiating the conditions of service of academic staff in Nigerian universities after many years of failed government implementation of the original 2009 agreement. Maybe we can now begin to experience a return to normalcy in universities […] The post Academia Nigeriana: Kudos and knocks…, By Wole Olaoye appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Vice President Shettima will also engage global leaders and investors on Nigeria’s economic reform agenda.  The post VP Shettima Arrives In Switzerland For 56th World Economic Forum appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigeria’s Dele Alake is re-elected Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group, a forum focused on maximizing value from Africa’s mineral resources. Read More: https://punchng.com/alake-re-elected-african-minerals-group-chairman/

Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has been re-elected Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG)—a continental ministerial forum of African Ministers responsible for minerals and mining, committed to coordinated action aimed at maximising value addition and beneficiation from Africa’s vast mineral resources. Dr. Alake was first unanimously elected as the [...]

The Bank of Ghana concluded that the banking sector’s performance in October 2025 reaffirmed its resilience amid evolving macro-financial conditions.

Pandemonium broke out on Sunday following multiple vehicle accidents on Lagos roads, causing severe traffic disruption and leaving motorists stranded for hours. The post Multiple auto crashes cause chaos on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ikorodu road appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gloria Anaeze The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old man, Friday Akonobi, in connection with the abduction and gruesome murder of a six-year-old girl, in a case allegedly… The post Anambra: Police Nab Kidnap, Ritual Killing Suspect, Link Crime To Enugu Native Doctor appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Mr Obaseki, a cousin of former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, was attacked and stripped by youths who are said to be loyal to the Benin Traditional Council while he was playing football. The post Oba of Benin Palace Incident: Don Pedro Obaseki to engage Falana, sue over abduction, assault appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The United States relied on information and reports from Emeka Umeagbalasi, a screwdriver trader in Onitsha, Anambra state, to launch air strikes in Nigeria, according to an exclusive report by The post ‘How screwdriver trader in Onitsha influenced Trump’s missile strike in Nigeria’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A fire outbreak at the Sokoto Old Market razed several shops, destroying property worth millions. Emergency agencies have successfully contained the blaze. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-razes-shops-at-sokoto-old-market/

Paschal Njoku ABUJA -The Federal Government has instituted a 3-count charge against a renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome over alleged forgery and use of false documents in a… The post UK Property Case: ICPC Files Charges Against Ozekhome appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

An estimated GH¢4.61 billion was tendered by the investor for the 364-day bill, representing 45.7% of the total bids. However, GH¢4.61 billion of the bids were accepted.

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has expressed confidence that his successor in 2031 will surpass his achievements, as he lays what he described as a solid foundation for the state’s development.

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai is among three renowned personalities to evaluate the improvements recorded by Nigeria under the current Fourth Republic, at the 23rd Daily Trust Dialogue holding on Thursday. The two other lead speakers confirmed for the event are Hon. Nnenna Elendu Ukeje, who chaired the Foreign Affairs Committee [...]

In recent years, West Africa’s financial-technology landscape has been transformed at a rapid pace. Smartphones are now common, mobile networks are stronger, and digital payment rails are expanding across Nigeria,… The post Designing Trust By Localising Fintech Products For West Africa’s Emerging Digital Consumers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Ondo State security outfit, Amotekun, has arrested 32 suspected kidnappers and other notorious criminals. The post Ondo Amotekun arrests 32 suspected kidnappers, other criminals appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Patience Ogbodo-Iwuagwu The Enugu State Government, in partnership with Rotary International, has flagged off a 15-day free medical outreach, including complex surgical procedures, at the State University of Medical and… The post Enugu Govt, Rotary Int’l Flag Off 15-day Free Medical Mission At SUMAS Teaching Hospital appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Nigeria sees a surge in CNG adoption, with over 100,000 vehicles and 4,600 tricycles now using the cheaper, cleaner fuel alternative after subsidy removal. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-4600-tricycles-100000-vehicles-run-on-cng-in-nigeria-official/