See the full list of 98th Oscars winners. ‘One Battle After Another’ took home Best Picture, with wins for Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-one-battle-after-another-others-win-at-98th-oscars/

Nigeria’s Minister of Women Affairs calls for global investment in women, describing it as an economic strategy and development imperative at the UN. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-calls-for-global-investment-in-women/

Ondo State Police arrest suspected cult leader Akinwale Tomiwa, linked to the killing of a student. The notorious Eiye Confraternity figure was wanted. Read More: https://punchng.com/suspected-notorious-cultist-arrested-in-ondo/

Get the latest on Nigerian players in Europe. Simon hits a career milestone in France, Osimhen scores again in Turkey, and Aina stars in the Premier League Read More: https://punchng.com/simon-makes-200th-ligue-1-appearance-in-paris-draw/

Nigeria’s money supply dipped in January 2026, with cash outside banks falling by N198bn. Learn about the latest monetary trends from the CBN. Read More: https://punchng.com/cash-outside-banks-falls-by-n198bn-money-supply-dips/

A new PwC report urges banks and telcos to collaborate to combat AI fraud, using shared intelligence and AI-powered tools to prevent sophisticated scams. Read More: https://punchng.com/banks-telcos-must-collaborate-to-combat-ai-fraud-pwc/

Nigerian athletes Kanyinsola Ajayi, Samuel Ogazi, and Temitope Adeshina win NCAA titles, setting new African and collegiate records in track and field. Read More: https://punchng.com/ajayi-ogazi-adeshina-swoop-ncaa-titles/

A fatal Lagos truck accident on the Lekki-Epe Expressway has left four dead after a driver lost control and fled the scene. Read the latest from LASTMA. Read More: https://punchng.com/driver-flees-as-truck-bus-collision-kills-four-in-lagos/

Residents of Ajumoni, a Lagos community, decry a one-year blackout after Ikeja Electric removed their transformer, crippling businesses and daily life. Read More: https://punchng.com/residents-lament-one-year-blackout-in-lagos-community/

Nigeria faces giants like South Africa and Zimbabwe in the five-nation T20 Invitational Tournament in Lagos, a major test for the host nation’s team. Read More: https://punchng.com/t20-invitational-tournament-big-test-for-nigeria-akpata/

Nigerian stars Rasheedat Ajibade and Jennifer Echegini couldn’t prevent a PSG trophy loss, as their team fell 1-0 to Lyon in the LFFP Cup final. Read More: https://punchng.com/ajibade-echegini-miss-out-on-first-psg-trophy/

France defeated Nigeria’s D’Tigress 93-86 in a close FIBA World Cup qualifier, surviving a late comeback despite Nigeria’s spirited performance. Read More: https://punchng.com/france-survive-late-dtigress-rally-in-93-86-win/

The General Overseer of Pentecostal Sanctuary Bible Ministries, Ijebu-Ode, Prophet Sunday Iyunade, has expressed confidence that ethnic divisions or political opposition would not prevent President Bola Tinubu from securing a second term in 2027, urging Nigerians to support efforts aimed at addressing the country’s challenges. He also warned separatist and secessionist agitators in the country Read More: https://punchng.com/no-coalition-can-defeat-tinubu-in-2027-cleric/

A coalition petitions Nigerian police to investigate alleged cyberbullying and harassment by a TikToker targeting advocates in the ‘Justice for Mohbad’ cam Read More: https://punchng.com/mohbad-group-petitions-police-over-alleged-cyberbullying/

A PDP faction loyal to Nyesom Wike has installed new party executives in Bayelsa, Ekiti, and Oyo, setting the stage for its national convention. Read More: https://punchng.com/wike-backed-pdp-faction-installs-pdp-excos-in-bayelsa-ekiti-oyo/

President Tinubu orders nationwide rice distribution to support citizens during Ramadan and Lent. The initiative aims to foster unity and compassion. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-orders-nationwide-rice-distribution-for-ramadan-lent/

NAMA clarifies the mobile tower delay at Lagos airport is due to safety standards, including a 21-day curing period for the foundation to ensure stability. Read More: https://punchng.com/nama-explains-mobile-tower-delay-at-lagos-airport/

Nasarawa State Police Command arrested a suspected kidnapper, Jibril Yunusa, in Keana LGA and recovered an AK-47 rifle from the criminal hideout. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-suspected-nasarawa-kidnapper-seize-ak-47/

Nigeria’s government alleges a mining firm plans a smear campaign during President Tinubu’s UK visit, stemming from a Nigeria mining dispute over revoked l Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-visit-fg-alleges-plot-to-embarrass-tinubu/

The Arewa community protest in Edo State sees members sit at home to draw attention to their persecution amid rising insecurity and recent kidnappings. Read More: https://punchng.com/arewa-community-protests-insecurity-in-edo-with-sit-at-home/

Learn about GAMCO Nigeria, a new government initiative to unlock 1,600MW of stranded power by revitalizing existing assets and strengthening transmission. Read More: https://punchng.com/power-reset-how-gamco-may-unlock-1600mw/

The Nigerian government warns content creators against unauthorised video sharing of the public, threatening legal sanctions under the Data Protection Act. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-warns-against-unauthorised-public-video-sharing/

A fire incident at the popular Terminus Market in Jos, Plateau State, destroyed over 10 shops. Emergency teams responded swiftly to control the blaze. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-razes-10-shops-at-jos-terminus-market/

The planned four-team Nigeria friendly tournament, also featuring Jordan, Iran, and Costa Rica, has been moved from Amman to Antalya, Turkey. Read More: https://punchng.com/jordan-confirms-turkey-for-nigeria-friendly/

Udinese coach Kosta Runjaic praises goalkeeper Maduka Okoye for his improved performances, noting his growth and strong mentality this Serie A season. Read More: https://punchng.com/okoye-improving-says-udinese-coach/

A diaspora group, Yayi Diaspora Movement, has declared support for Senator Solomon Adeola’s Ogun governorship ambition, citing his leadership and service. Read More: https://punchng.com/diaspora-group-backs-ogun-senators-gov-ambition/

A 74-year-old man was arrested at Abuja airport attempting to smuggle 11kg of cocaine to the UK. NDLEA found the drugs concealed in his food items. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-bound-septuagenarian-arrested-with-cocaine/

The Osun State Police Command has arrested two customs operatives allegedly involved in the fatal shooting of a driver along the Osogbo–Iwo Road. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-customs-operatives-over-osun-drivers-killing/

The Labour Party in Nasarawa State has launched an LP e-registration drive, aiming to sign up 50,000 members ahead of the 2027 general election. Read More: https://punchng.com/lp-targets-50000-members-as-e-registration-begins-in-nasarawa/

Discover the N200bn NPFL investment potential over the next five years. GTI outlines how reforms and a new fund can transform Nigerian football. Read More: https://punchng.com/gti-projects-n200bn-investment-potential-for-npfl/

Precious Achiuwa’s performance was key in the Kings’ 118-109 win over the Clippers. The Nigerian star put up a 25-point, 13-rebound double-double. Read More: https://punchng.com/achiuwa-explodes-to-power-kings-118-109-win/

Residents in panic after a suspected terrorist attack in Borno’s capital, Maiduguri. Sporadic gunfire and explosions reported near Dala and Ajilari Cross. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-terrorists-attack-borno-community/

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) reports 173 Lagos emergencies in two months, with road accidents being the most frequent incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-records-173-emergencies-in-two-months-lasema/

President Bola Tinubu and the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, held a closed-door meeting at the Presidential Villa in Aso Rock. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-sultan-in-closed-door-talks-in-aso-rock/

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf scraps the Ministry of Higher Education amid a political rift with his deputy, who now faces impeachment proceedings. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-scraps-ministry-under-deputy-amid-deepening-rift/

ADC’s Dare Bejide promises an issue-based campaign for the Ekiti governorship election, criticizing the APC and vowing to address development gaps in the s Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-gov-adc-candidate-promises-issue-based-campaign/

Prof. Pat Utomi warns that alleged manipulations of the Electoral Act ahead of the Nigeria 2027 elections risk plunging the country into an Abacha-era cris Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-nigeria-risks-abacha-era-crisis-over-electoral-manipulations-utomi/

Read the AAC’s response to Dele Farotimi’s claim that it’s an unserious party. Learn about our socialist ideology and our principled stand against compromi Read More: https://punchng.com/on-dele-farotimis-claim-of-aac-being-an-unserious-party/

Coronation Merchant Bank has completed its N50bn recapitalisation exercise, raising its paid-up capital to over N50.2bn to support greater resilience. Read More: https://punchng.com/coronation-merchant-bank-completes-n50bn-recapitalisation-exercise/

Dr. Nadu Denloye argues for more women in Africa’s digital infrastructure to close the capacity gap, foster growth, and build an inclusive talent pipeline. Read More: https://punchng.com/more-women-needed-to-drive-africas-digital-infrastructure/

Explore the growing bird strike menace affecting Nigerian aviation. Learn about the causes, financial impact on airlines, and key strategies to mitigate ri Read More: https://punchng.com/time-to-tame-bird-strike-is-now/

Lagos State launches a $25m education fund to enroll 50,000 out-of-school children and boost literacy for 150,000 pupils in public schools. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-25m-education-fund-to-enrol-50000-out-of-school-children-sanwo-olu/

Nigerian ride-hailing drivers begin a strike, shutting down services in Lagos and Ogun to protest low fares and rising operational costs. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/ride-hailing-drivers-shut-down-operations-over-low-fares/

The Republic of Togo has expressed interest in increasing its electricity purchases from Nigeria’s Niger Delta Power Holding Company to meet rising demand and extend reliable electricity supply to newly connected customers nationwide. The request was made during a strategic meeting between the management of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company and a delegation from Read More: https://punchng.com/togo-moves-to-increase-electricity-imports-from-nigeria/

The Plateau State Government has confirmed an ongoing military operation in Kanam LGA following the killing of security operatives by bandits in the Garga Read More: https://punchng.com/plateau-confirms-military-operation-after-killing-of-security-operatives/

South-East clinches both boys’ and girls’ titles at the NCF National U-17 Championship. Read about the thrilling finals and standout performances. Read More: https://punchng.com/cricket-south-east-dominates-ncf-national-u-17-tourney/

The family of a student involved in the viral Edo school bullying incident at Igbinedion Education Centre has issued a formal apology to the victim. Read More: https://punchng.com/family-apologises-over-viral-edo-school-bullying-incident/

FIFA has sanctioned Nigeria and DR Congo over infractions during their World Cup play-off, issuing fines for security breaches and use of laser pointers. Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-sanctions-nigeria-dr-congo-over-wcup-play-off-infractions/

The Kwara State Government has inaugurated a committee to reclaim encroached school lands belonging to public secondary schools across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-unveils-committee-to-reclaim-encroached-school-lands/

Get the latest NPFL results. Remo Stars battle for survival with a late winner, while Enyimba ends a five-game winless run. See all the match outcomes. Read More: https://punchng.com/remo-battle-for-survival-as-enyimba-end-five-game-winless-run/

Wahid Oshodi, ITTF Africa President, makes history as the first African appointed as a full director on the World Table Tennis Board in a landmark move. Read More: https://punchng.com/ittf-africa-boss-oshodi-joins-world-table-tennis-board/

JOHESU congratulates Prof. Kolawole Ogundipe, the FETHI new CMD, expressing confidence his leadership will elevate healthcare standards in Ekiti State. Read More: https://punchng.com/johesu-backs-fethi-new-cmd-seeks-improved-healthcare/

Police in Gombe State have rescued a cleric who was confined in a house by youths in Birin Fulani community over alleged derogatory remarks. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-cleric-confined-by-youths-in-gombe-community/

Bournvita strengthens community engagement during Ramadan with free drinks at mosques and market activations to support Nigerian families. Read More: https://punchng.com/firm-strengthens-community-engagement-at-ramadan/

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana condemns the Lagos State Government’s plan to reintroduce monthly sanitation, calling it illegal and unconstitutional. Read More: https://punchng.com/reintroduction-of-lagos-monthly-sanitation-illegal-contemptuous-falana/

Nigeria advances trade digitalisation with its new National Single Window platform. Govt and private sector collaborate to simplify import/export processes Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-private-sector-unite-for-trade-digitalisation/

A Kogi PDP aspirant dismisses the ADC as a major threat, arguing it lacks the structure to be a viable Nigerian political opposition against the APC. Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-lacks-structure-to-challenge-apc-kogi-pdp-aspirant/

A Federal High Court has barred Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa from seeking another term in 2028, citing clear constitutional limits on gubernatorial tenure. Read More: https://punchng.com/aiyedatiwa-and-the-ostrich-game/

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Bayelsa APC chairman, Dennis Otiotio-Odoni, discusses party integration, his relationship with Governor Diri, and dismisses the ADC as a mere social media Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-only-a-threat-on-social-media-bayelsa-apc-chairman/