4 h. ago “It’s An Insult To Call Wizkid ‘New Fela’ – Seun Kuti Tells Wizkid FC

Seun Kuti, son of legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has described comparisons between Afrobeats star Wizkid and his late father as disrespectful. Speaking during a recent Instagram livestream, Kuti cautioned Wizkid’s fans, popularly known as Wizkid FC, against portraying the singer as a modern-day version of Fela. He maintained that equating any contemporary artist with […] The post “It’s An Insult To Call Wizkid ‘New Fela’ – Seun Kuti Tells Wizkid FC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Insecurity In Zamfara Reduced To Barest Minimum – Army Commander

Jimoh reiterated that the improved security situation is the result of collaboration between the military, other security agencies. The post Insecurity In Zamfara Reduced To Barest Minimum – Army Commander appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago Global Fund: Kwara, UNICEF partner to revitalise 5 primary health care centres

The Kwara State Government has partnered with the Global Fund, through the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), to revitalise five read more Global Fund: Kwara, UNICEF partner to revitalise 5 primary health care centres

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6 h. ago ‘We help firms build better teams, stronger governance structures, and more productive work cultures’

Ajoke Ayo Ogunsan is one of Nigeria’s most visible female voices in ethical leadership, enterprise development and hospitality management. As read more ‘We help firms build better teams, stronger governance structures, and more productive work cultures’

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7 h. ago From Japa to Udvandre: Should Nigerians be looking all the way to Greenland?

For most Nigerians, Greenland has traditionally occupied a distant corner of the imagination, somewhere between “ice”, “maps we never zoom read more From Japa to Udvandre: Should Nigerians be looking all the way to Greenland?

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8 h. ago Battle For The Heart Of Kogi Central: Bello, Akpoti Set For Epic Showdown

In the nation’s political space, some contests transcend elections to become battles of power and legacy. As ADEMU IDAKWO reports, such a struggle is already taking shape in Kogi Central ahead of the 2027 general election, with former governor Yahaya Bello and incumbent senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on a collision course. Separated by style, political lineage, […]

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9 h. ago Katsina’s Effective Grassroots Tool For Curbing Insecurity And Alleviating Poverty

In November of 2024, the Katsina state government launched the CDP, community development programme; an initiative designed to empower the grassroots by collaboration and partnership with community leaders, stakeholders, traditional rulers, and indigenes of these communities. To drive the CDP, 361 community development centres were launched across the state, with 1 centre in each ward […]

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10 h. ago Transmission Company, Partners Educate Abia, Imo, Anambra Communities On Line Upgrades

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Federal Ministry of Finance have carried out a sensitisation programme for Project Affected Persons (PAPs) on the proposed reconstruction and upgrade of the Alaoji–Onitsha 330kV Single Circuit Transmission Line line. The sensitisation exercise, which took place from January 6 […]

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10 h. ago Independent Marketers Urge Federal Govt To Stop Petrol Import As Dangote Denies Supply Disruption Claims

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has voiced strong opposition to the continued importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) into the country. The association also distanced itself from reports suggesting that the surge in petrol imports in November 2025 was linked to a breakdown in supply arrangements between Dangote Refinery and petroleum marketers, […]

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19 h. ago Senator Natasha Confirms Full Regulatory Compliance On Electric Vehicles As 100 Beneficiaries Undergo Training

The rollout of the Electric Motor Vehicles (EMVs) under the Kogi Central Constituency Development Programme has resumed following the completion of key regulatory and structural requirements, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has confirmed. Speaking on the programme, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan explained that the earlier pause in the implementation announced during a recent town hall meeting in Ihima, Okehi […]

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24 h. ago Natasha resumes electric tricycle rollout for 100 Kogi youths

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan resumes the rollout of electric tricycles in Kogi, empowering 100 youths with sustainable livelihoods and clean energy. Read More: https://punchng.com/natasha-resumes-electric-tricycle-rollout-for-100-kogi-youths/

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25 h. ago VIDEO: Wike, Fubara can’t deliver Rivers for Tinubu, says Isaac Fayose

Isaac Fayose claims the Rivers political crisis between Wike and Fubara is over resources, not votes, and neither can deliver the state for Tinubu in 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-wike-fubara-cant-deliver-rivers-for-tinubu-says-isaac-fayose/

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27 h. ago Federal Government, ASUU Set To Sign Fresh Agreement January 14

The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) are set to sign a fresh agreement on Wednesday, January 14, to strengthen industrial harmony and improve conditions in Nigeria’s university system. This was contained in an official invitation issued by the Federal Ministry of Education through the University Education Department and addressed to […]

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29 h. ago Indonesia Minister Confirms Suspension Of Musk’s Grok AI Over Indecent Content

Indonesia is the first country to deny all access to the tool, which has been restricted to paying subscribers elsewhere following the backlash. The post Indonesia Minister Confirms Suspension Of Musk’s Grok AI Over Indecent Content appeared first on Channels Television.

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29 h. ago AFCON 2025: CAF appoints new referee for Nigeria vs Algeria clash

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has named a new centre referee for the quarter-final clash between the Super Eagles read more AFCON 2025: CAF appoints new referee for Nigeria vs Algeria clash

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31 h. ago AFCON Q/Final: CAF Appoints New Referee For Nigeria, Algeria Clash

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Senegalese referee Issa Sy to officiate Saturday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final clash between Nigeria and Algeria in Marrakech. CAF had earlier named Omar Artan for the encounter but later withdrew the appointment amid rising concerns over officiating decisions at the tournament. Sy is familiar […]

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31 h. ago Kano announces census of tertiary schools for better policy planning

Kano State will conduct a comprehensive tertiary census from Jan 14-23, 2026, to gather data for effective planning and improved educational outcomes. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-announces-census-of-tertiary-schools-for-better-policy-planning/

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32 h. ago Itemusgbor Foresees Significant Growth For Nigerian Basketball With NNPC Deal

Chief Mike Itemuagbor, Chairman and CEO of Pamodzi, has expressed considerable excitement regarding the proposed deal between the Nigeria Basketball Federation and NNPC Limited. Itemuagbor, a prominent figure in Nigerian and international sports marketing, believes this package is crucial for the advancement of Nigerian basketball, particularly at the domestic level. Speaking mid-week about the prospective […]

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33 h. ago Rivers crisis: I never expected Fubara, Wike fallout – Fayose

Ex-Governor Fayose expresses shock over the Rivers crisis, revealing he warned Gov. Fubara against betraying his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-crisis-i-never-expected-fubara-wike-fallout-fayose/

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34 h. ago U.S commences background checks for 5600 refugees in Minnesota awaiting permanent residency

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has deployed a specialised vetting centre to conduct intensive background checks and read more U.S commences background checks for 5600 refugees in Minnesota awaiting permanent residency

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