Nigeria news covering government, economy, security, society, entertainment, and local developments.
Following PVC theft in Okuku, Osun, ZLP governorship candidate calls on INEC to improve security at all PVC collection centres to protect voters’ cards and Read More: https://punchng.com/secure-osun-pvc-collection-centres-zlp-gov-candidate-tells-inec/
Malawi stuns Super Falcons 3-2 in a major WAFCON upset. Debutants defeat Nigeria, putting their record 11th title quest in jeopardy. Read More: https://punchng.com/wafcon-debutant-malawi-shock-super-falcons-3-2/
The APC national leadership is working to resolve the Anambra APC crisis, warning factions to unite ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read more on Punch Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-moves-to-end-anambra-crisis-ahead-of-2027/
Oyo monarchs and council chairmen commend Governor Seyi Makinde for his administration’s sustained investment in Oyo road projects, improving connectivity Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-monarchs-council-chairmen-hail-makinde-over-road-projects/
The Federal Government is issuing forms to Nigerians who lost property in South Africa attacks to document losses and table compensation claims in diplomat Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-issues-claims-forms-to-nigerians-affected-by-south-africa-attacks/
President Tinubu states the absence of ASUU strikes is an answer to his prayers, highlighting improved stability and prosperity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/end-to-asuu-strikes-answer-to-my-prayers-tinubu/
The Inspector-General of Police directs officers to channel terrorism financing and financial crime cases to specialised units, strengthening intelligence- Read More: https://punchng.com/ig-orders-police-to-send-terrorism-financing-cases-to-special-unit/
INEC appeals to Osun traditional rulers to help de-escalate tension ahead of the August 15 governorship election, ensuring a peaceful and credible poll. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-inec-seeks-monarchs-help-to-reduce-election-tension/
President Bola Tinubu warns political opponents seeking to unseat him in 2027, vowing to fight to the finish line. He defends INEC and highlights reforms. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-tinubu-promises-to-fight-opponents-to-finish-line/
Plateau Police confirm four arrests in the brutal Jos mob killing of model Ibrahim Mbaya, with two suspects still at large. Justice sought for the victim. Read More: https://punchng.com/six-involved-in-jos-mob-killing-four-arrested-police/
Nigeria’s Super Falcons begin their WAFCON title defence against debutants Malawi. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade leads the charge for a record 11th title. Read More: https://punchng.com/ajibade-leads-nigeria-against-malawi-as-super-falcons-start-wafcon-defence-2/
Gombe State Commissioner of Police decorates Suur Chafa with the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police, recognizing his professionalism and meritorious ser Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-cp-decorates-area-commander-with-dcp-rank/
Nigeria’s Super Falcons, led by Rasheedat Ajibade, kick off their WAFCON title defence against debutants Malawi. Get ready for the clash of contrasts! Read More: https://punchng.com/ajibade-leads-nigeria-against-malawi-as-super-falcons-start-wafcon-defence/
APC Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, states Peter Obi has been switching parties since 2014, dismissing claims APC is behind opposition crises. Read More: https://punchng.com/obi-has-been-switching-parties-since-2014-nobody-forced-him-apc-chair/
President Trump pledges a White House honor for a 16-year-old lifeguard, Ryder, who bravely saved a boy from deadly waves off the California coast. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-trump-promises-white-house-honour-for-teen-who-braved-deadly-waves-to-save-boy/
Afenifere and Southern leaders endorse state police but demand governors have full powers to appoint and sack CPs, advocating for true federalism in Nigeri Read More: https://punchng.com/state-police-afenifere-southern-leaders-seek-powers-for-govs-to-appoint-sack-cps/
Former IG Mike Okiro accuses the Nigerian government of weakening the police force, contributing to worsening Nigeria insecurity. He highlights inadequate Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-contributing-to-insecurity-says-ex-ig-okiro/
Benue State Governor condemns a fresh attack on Efeyi community by suspected armed herders, killing 15. Security forces neutralized two attackers. Read More: https://punchng.com/gov-condemns-fresh-benue-attack-commends-security-men/
The Federal Government has presented houses to the Super Falcons for their 2025 WAFCON victory, fulfilling a promise ahead of their 2026 WAFCON campaign. Read More: https://punchng.com/2025-wafcon-victory-fg-presents-houses-to-super-falcons-in-morocco/
IPAC hails the Appeal Court’s verdict restoring ADC and four other political parties, calling it a courageous reaffirmation of constitutional democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/ipac-hails-appeal-court-verdict-restoring-adc-four-others/
Three students of the Federal University of Lafia have been abducted by gunmen in Nasarawa. Police have launched a manhunt to rescue the victims. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-abduct-three-nasarawa-federal-varsity-students/
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has approved four new heads for key agencies. Learn about these Soludo appointments and their immediate effe Read More: https://punchng.com/soludo-names-four-new-heads-of-anambra-agencies/
Female students at ATBU Bauchi protest insecurity and demand better protection after an armed robbery attack on their hostel. Read more about the ATBU stud Read More: https://punchng.com/atbu-female-students-protest-insecurity/
The House of Representatives is consulting with industry players to develop a roadmap for stable fuel supply, ensuring energy security and competitive down Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seek-roadmap-for-stable-fuel-supply/
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and other member associations could receive $20 million each under a new FIFA funding proposal. Learn more about the Read More: https://punchng.com/nff-others-to-receive-20m-each-under-new-fifa-funding-proposal/
Nigerian aviation workers issue a seven-day ultimatum to airlines over unpaid Ticket Sales Charges, threatening nationwide picketing. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-aviation-workers-give-airlines-seven-day-ultimatum-over-unpaid-tsa/
Rafa Corporation, maker of Rafa Detergent, announces a landmark investment in Nigeria’s largest continuous soap manufacturing facility, boosting production Read More: https://punchng.com/rafa-corporation-accelerates-growth-with-investment-in-nigerias-largest-continuous-soap-manufacturing-facility/
Ademola Adeleke celebrates Accord Party’s Appeal Court victory, urging intensified grassroots mobilisation for the upcoming Osun governorship election. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-celebrates-appeal-court-victory-urges-accord-mobilisation/
Senator David Mark hails the Appeal Court’s decision nullifying ADC deregistration, calling it a major victory for democracy and constitutionalism in Niger Read More: https://punchng.com/deregistration-appeal-court-judgment-victory-for-democracy-david-mark/
Catch up on Nigeria’s top stories: outrage over UNIJOS student’s mob killing, Appeal Court restores ADC, Dangote’s charity plans, and Tyla concert boycott Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-outrage-greets-mob-killing-of-unijos-student-appeal-court-restores-adc-and-other-top-stories/