65 m. ago Using insecticides for lice, dandruff can kill, doctors tell Nigerians

Doctors warn that using insecticides for lice or dandruff is highly toxic. Applying chemicals like Sniper to your scalp can lead to poisoning, coma, and de Read More: https://punchng.com/using-insecticides-for-lice-dandruff-can-kill-doctors-tell-nigerians/

Science

3 h. ago Bayern Munich open contract extension talks with Harry Kane 

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl confirmed on Monday that the Bavarians have officially entered negotiations to extend Harry Kane’s contract. read more Bayern Munich open contract extension talks with Harry Kane 

Politics

6 h. ago Limit Peace Board to Gaza, Lula sets conditions for joining Trump

Brazil’s President Lula asks President Trump to limit his proposed Board of Peace to the Gaza conflict and to include a seat for Palestine. Read More: https://punchng.com/limit-peace-board-to-gaza-lula-sets-conditions-for-joining-trump/

Politics

6 h. ago Iyan Aladuke eviction: Family member defends Femi Adebayo over social media backlash

A family member defends actor Femi Adebayo over the eviction of his estranged wife, Iyan Aladuke, explaining it was due to a bank loan recovery. Read More: https://punchng.com/iyan-aladuke-eviction-family-member-defends-femi-adebayo-over-social-media-backlash/

Politics

6 h. ago Military kills dozens of terrorists, arrests 100 suspects in one week – DHQ

Nigerian military operations led to dozens of neutralized terrorists, 100 arrested suspects, and 29 rescued victims in one week, according to the DHQ. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-kills-dozens-of-terrorists-arrests-100-suspects-in-one-week-dhq/

Events

7 h. ago Soludo Shuts Down Onitsha Main Market For One Week For Flouting His Abolishment Of Monday Sit

The Anambra State Government has ordered a one-week shutdown of the Onitsha Main Market following the failure of traders to comply with official directives. Governor Chukwuma Soludo issued the order on Monday, January 26, 2026, after traders reportedly refused to open for business in defiance of the state government’s directive against the enforcement of the […] The post Soludo Shuts Down Onitsha Main Market For One Week For Flouting His Abolishment Of Monday Sit-At-Home appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

8 h. ago Trump speech sparks “buy” signal for Nigerian Eurobond as yields drop

The Nigerian Eurobond yields trended lower, compressing by six basis points to 7.05 percent last week from 7.11 percent the read more Trump speech sparks “buy” signal for Nigerian Eurobond as yields drop

Politics

9 h. ago Trump sends top official to Minneapolis after killing sparks backlash

Amid growing Minneapolis protests over fatal ICE shootings, President Trump sends a top official to the city as political and legal backlash intensifies. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-sends-top-official-to-minneapolis-after-killing-sparks-backlash/

Politics

9 h. ago 2026 UTME: Fees, timelines, key guidelines as registration begins

Get official details for the 2026 UTME registration. This guide covers JAMB fees for UTME/DE, application timelines, exam dates, and other key guidelines. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-utme-fees-timelines-key-guidelines-as-registration-begins/

Politics

12 h. ago Bauchi fire outbreaks killed two, destroyed N1.5bn properties in 2025 — Fire service

The Federal Fire Service reports that Bauchi fire outbreaks in 2025 resulted in two deaths and destroyed N1.59 billion worth of property across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-fire-outbreaks-killed-two-destroyed-n1-5bn-properties-in-2025-fire-service/

Events

13 h. ago APC Flags Hoisted At Kano Government House Ahead Of Gov Yusuf’s Return To Party

Official flags of the All Progressives Congress (APC) were on Monday hoisted at the Kano State Government House ahead of the formal return of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to the ruling party. Governor Yusuf is expected to formally register as an APC member on Monday alongside 22 lawmakers, eight House of Representatives members and 44 […]

Politics

14 h. ago 15 Die, 28 Missing As Ferry With 350 Passengers Sinks In Philippines

At least 15 people have been confirmed dead after a passenger ferry carrying more than 350 people capsized off the southern Philippine province of Basilan, officials have said. The Philippine Coast Guard confirmed that 316 passengers have so far been rescued, while 28 others remained missing following the incident. The ferry, MV Trisha Kerstin 3, […]

Politics

15 h. ago Gold breaks $5,000 mark for first time, raising gains for Ghana, Uganda others

Gold surged past $5,000 an ounce for the first time on Monday, extending a historic rally driven by geopolitical and read more Gold breaks $5,000 mark for first time, raising gains for Ghana, Uganda others

Politics

16 h. ago Police confirm attack on patrol team, murder of Inspector at Oyo border 

The Police Command in Oyo State has confirmed an attack on a Police patrol team and killing of an Inspector read more Police confirm attack on patrol team, murder of Inspector at Oyo border 

Events

17 h. ago APC flags hoisted at Kano Govt House as Yusuf rejoins party Monday

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf officially rejoins the APC, citing the need for stronger federal collaboration. He is set to register on Monday. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-flags-hoisted-at-kano-govt-house-as-yusuf-rejoins-party-monday/

Society

18 h. ago Christmas Strikes In Nigeria Targeted Militants Largely Active In Niger Republic— US Lieutenant General

The attacks marked the first by US forces in Nigeria under Trump, and came after the Republican leader unexpectedly berated Nigeria in October and November, saying Christians in the country faced an "existential threat" that amounted to "genocide". The post Christmas Strikes In Nigeria Targeted Militants Largely Active In Niger Republic— US Lieutenant General appeared first on Channels Television.

Events

19 h. ago Forum Condemns Insecurity, Extrajudicial Killings In Nigeria

Leaders of the Eastern Bar Forum have condemned the spate of insecurity, extrajudicial killings and inflation in Nigeria and urged the federal government to intensify efforts against them. The governor of the forum, Damian Nosike, spoke at the group’s three-day quarterly meeting in Umuahia, the Abia State capital. He expressed worry over the challenges. Nosike […]

Politics

26 h. ago 2027 battle: Kano earthquake as Yusuf dumps opposition for APC

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf defects from NNPP to the ruling APC, sparking criticism from opposition parties who call the move a betrayal ahead of 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-battle-kano-earthquake-as-yusuf-dumps-opposition-for-apc/

Politics

29 h. ago Second death in Minneapolis raids ramps up pressure on Trump

A second US citizen is killed during federal immigration raids in Minneapolis, intensifying pressure on the Trump administration amid conflicting reports. Read More: https://punchng.com/second-death-in-minneapolis-raids-ramps-up-pressure-on-trump/

Politics

32 h. ago BON election: M4S calls on IBAN Chairman to step aside over alleged conflict of Interest

The forthcoming election for the Chairman of the Broadcasters’ Organisation of Nigeria (BON) has sparked controversy, as M4S Communications Limited read more BON election: M4S calls on IBAN Chairman to step aside over alleged conflict of Interest

Politics