Nigerians arrested in India for murder over love dispute
Two Nigerian nationals face murder charges in Pune, India, after allegedly beating a fellow Nigerian, Emeka Christian, to death following a dispute over a woman. Police investigation ongoing.
Two Nigerian nationals face murder charges in Pune, India, after allegedly beating a fellow Nigerian, Emeka Christian, to death following a dispute over a woman. Police investigation ongoing.
The African Union welcomes the U.S. House's bipartisan approval to extend AGOA until 2028, a key trade pact boosting African exports. The bill now moves to the Senate for final approval.
FG and ASUU finalise 8 new agreements, including a 40% salary increase for lecturers, enhanced autonomy, and protection from victimisation. Details inside.
The Nigerian Government and ASUU are finally set to sign a fresh agreement today, ending a 16-year industrial crisis. The event at TETFund Auditorium marks a new chapter for university education.
Ex-NURTW strongman Koko Zaria makes shocking claims against former boss MC Oluomo, alleging affairs with his wives and girlfriends. Details of the messy fallout and union power shift inside.
Oba Rashidi Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, has urged Nigerian journalists to embrace constructive reporting and shun fake news. Read his full message to the NUJ.
The Trade Union Congress in Rivers State faces a major split as senior civil servants disown the Samuel Ogan-led faction. Read the full details of the escalating leadership battle and its implications for workers.
Atiku Abubakar criticises Tinubu's govt for abandoning Nigerian students under Bilateral Education Agreement. Over 1,600 students stranded, owed $6,000 each. Details inside.
Nigeria's new tax laws effective Jan 1, 2026 bring major changes. Union Bank explains the ₦800k exemption, residency rules, and new penalties. Learn how it affects you.
Atiku Abubakar accuses the Tinubu administration of abandoning 1,600 Nigerian scholars abroad under the BEA. Students are owed over $6,000 each, with reports of one death in Morocco. Read the full story.
NUT, AOPSHON, and Education Secretaries commend Governor Dauda Lawal's commitment to revamping Zamfara's education sector during a ceremonial visit to ZSUBEB. Read more.
French President Macron accuses the US of undermining global rules and distancing from allies. He urges Europe to protect its interests and reinvest in the UN. Full analysis inside.
Thousands of Muslim students gathered in Lagos for the 115th Islamic Vacation Course. Leaders urged youth to embrace mentorship, discipline, and civic duty. Read more.
Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo discloses that rival Nigerian labour factions were financed by US CIA and Soviet KGB, prompting his 1999 reform to create a sovereign NLC.
Akwa Ibom State Government dismisses Ekid People's Union's ownership claims over Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve, citing 1918 Privy Council ruling and colonial laws. It pledges full support for the Federal Coastal Highway. Read the full details.
The Nigerian media community is in mourning following the sudden death of The Punch correspondent, Matthew Ochei, at 43. Colleagues describe him as a vibrant, principled voice.
The Nigerian media space is in mourning as PUNCH correspondent Matthew Ochei passes at 43. Colleagues describe him as a vibrant voice in journalism. Read more on this tragic loss.
The Trade Union Congress urges government action to protect workers from inflation and high living costs. Read about their demands for tax reform and wage review.
Faustin-Archange Touadera secures a third term as CAR president with over 76% of votes. Opposition decries election as a sham. Read the full details and analysis.
The Ekid People's Union condemns Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno for calling them 'terrorists' in a land dispute over Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve. Read their full statement and demands.
Union Bank of Nigeria has disabled all Titan Trust Bank social media accounts. Customers are now directed to follow Union Bank's official platforms for updates and services.
FERMA's Joint Union refutes media reports of board interference, calling them forged and malicious. They demand retraction and pledge support to the agency's leadership.
Comrade Chika Precious Uchechukwu, newly elected NIDSUG President, commits to youth-led peace initiatives and academic excellence for Niger Delta students. Read his full agenda.
Gombe State Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya has donated N14 million to families of seven journalists who died in a tragic road accident. Each family received N2 million. Read more.
Grace Ike, NUJ FCT Council Chairman, calls for optimism and ethical journalism in 2026, prioritizing welfare and integrity. Read her full New Year message.
The Trade Union Congress warns that poverty and austerity policies are pushing workers to the brink. TUC President Festus Osifo demands urgent, people-centred government action.
PMAN dismisses claims of President Pretty Okafor's suspension as unconstitutional. The union cites a court order and links the dispute to a property fraud case under EFCC investigation. Read details.
A fatal accident involving an NUJ bus claimed six journalists' lives in Gombe State on December 29, 2025. Others injured. Details emerging.
Delta State Government vows to prioritize citizen welfare and deliver high-quality, enduring infrastructure projects without borrowing, as stated by the Governor's spokesperson.
Stakeholders at the Ijakadi festival in Offa call for deliberate government investment in cultural heritage as a viable source of foreign earnings and economic development for Nigeria.