Nigeria

Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Friday ordered the immediate arrest and suspension of three federal Permanent Secretaries over their alleged involvement in the operation of another fake agency uncovered by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).ICPC Chairman, Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu, who disclosed this to newsmen after briefing President Tinubu on the latest findings from the commission’s ongoing investigation into fictitious agencies a

Insecurity and political violence are major threats to Nigeria’s 2027 elections, warns IRI. Learn how these issues could undermine voter confidence and par Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-political-violence-biggest-threats-to-nigerias-2027-elections-iri/

Chile introduces a new online work permit verification system for foreign workers. Verify work authorization quickly with the digital Habilitación Laboral Read More: https://punchng.com/chile-unveils-online-work-permit-verification-for-foreign-workers/

ADC governorship candidate, Manir Muhammad Dan’iya, expresses deep concern over rising insecurity and deaths in Sokoto, urging urgent government action. Read More: https://punchng.com/boat-tragedy-adc-gov-candidate-decries-rising-insecurity-deaths-in-sokoto/

Atlético Madrid CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín reaffirms commitment to Julián Álvarez, vowing to protect him amid transfer rumours and external pressure. Read More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-atletico-madrid-ceo-to-protect-julian-alvarez-amid-transfer-rumours/

Jigawa residents support Atiku Abubakar’s promise to restore fuel subsidy, citing widespread impoverishment since its removal. Discover why they believe it Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-residents-say-subsidy-removal-impoverished-nigerians-back-atiku/

The Police in Benue State have rescued 13 more passengers abducted along the Otukpo–Adoka road while travelling from Enugu to Abuja last week. Our correspondent reports that the latest rescue, brings to 18 the number of victims rescued from the kidnap incident which happened along between Ankpechi-Omutele villages along the Otukpo-Adoka road. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Peter Aondongu, in a statement on Friday, indicated that the victims were rescued at about 2am on Thursday, at

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner withdraws from the US Open 2026 due to a right knee injury, missing the final Grand Slam of the season. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-no-1-sinner-pulls-out-of-us-open-with-injury/

Indigenous automobile manufacturer, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Limited (IVM), has called for Federal Government’s intervention over the tariff regime on electric vehicle (EV) components, warning that the current structure can undermine local production and discourage investment in Nigeria’s emerging electric mobility industry. The company made the call when a delegation of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Anambra, Enugu and Ebonyi Branch, led by its Chairman, D

Bayelsa State Government approves Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA) and Consolidated Non-Teaching Tools Allowance (CONTTA) for its three univers Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-approves-cata-contta-for-state-owned-universities/

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released its preliminary report on the ongoing investigation into the accident involving an Embraer ERJ 170-100LR aircraft operated by Enugu Air Limited. The aircraft, with nationality and registration marks 5N-ENR, was involved in the accident on July 23, 2026, at about 2:55 p.m. while operating scheduled passenger flight ENU4264 from Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, to Oba Akenzua II Airport, Benin, Edo State. The bureau reveale

President Tinubu congratulates Maryam Dan’Azumi, a Gombe girl, for winning the 46th King Abdulaziz International Qur’anic Competition in Saudi Arabia. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-congratulates-gombe-girl-on-winning-quranic-competition-in-saudi-arabia/

Benue State Police successfully rescued 13 kidnap victims abducted last week. Learn how security operatives tracked and freed the passengers from their cap Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-13-kidnap-victims-in-benue/

The Nigeria Immigration Service, Osun State Command, has arrested 55 illegal migrants from Cameroon and Congo for entering Nigeria without valid documents. Read More: https://punchng.com/immigration-arrests-55-illegal-migrants-in-osun/

President Tinubu orders arrest of George Buchi Nwabueze and suspends three permanent secretaries as ICPC uncovers another fake agency. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-tinubu-orders-arrest-sacks-three-perm-secs-as-icpc-uncovers-new-fake-agency/

Fashion influencer Diana Eneje is engaged to businessman Pascal Godwin! See exclusive photos from the romantic proposal shared on her Instagram. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-influencer-diana-eneje-announces-engagement/

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of Prince George Buchi Nwabueze in connection with the discovery of National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office”. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC uncovered the purported fake agency in the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. The chairman of the of the ICPC Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, disclosed this while briefing State

Nollywood stars unite in prayer for veteran actor Ogogo amid his health challenges. Discover how colleagues are supporting him and seeking divine healing. Read More: https://punchng.com/nollywood-stars-pray-for-ogogos-divine-healing/

The FRSC has approved the promotion of 7,472 personnel nationwide, strengthening professionalism and road safety operations. Learn more about the FRSC prom Read More: https://punchng.com/frsc-promotes-7472-personnel-nationwide/

Transcorp Power Plc, one of the power subsidiaries of Africa’s leading listed conglomerate, Transnational Corporation Plc (“Transcorp Group”), has won the Power Generation Excellence Company of the Year award at the Business Times Awards 2026, in recognition of its operational excellence and measurable impact on Nigeria’s power generation. The company received the award at the Grand Gala Award Ceremony held on Thursday at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, where it was presented with a Golden Plaque a