News from Nigeria-based sources, ranked by recency.
The Red Cross warns the deadly DR Congo Ebola outbreak has not peaked and could last a year, with 808 cases and 192 deaths confirmed. Community trust is cr Read More: https://punchng.com/ebola-crisis-in-dr-congo-may-last-a-year-red-cross/
The UK has announced 70 new sanctions against Russia, targeting its shadow fleet, military supply chains, and illicit finance networks to pressure Moscow i Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-imposes-70-new-sanctions-on-russia/
Senegal’s National Assembly Speaker, Ousmane Sonko, predicts a win against France in the World Cup opener, highlighting Africa’s talent and strategic impor Read More: https://punchng.com/senegal-speaker-predicts-victory-over-france-in-world-cup-opener/
The Federal Ministry of Education denies reports of a cyberattack on the Nigeria Education Management Information System, assuring the education data platf Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-dismisses-report-of-cyberattack-on-education-data-platform/
Ukrainian President Zelensky is in France for G7 talks, where leaders will discuss a push for peace to end Russia’s war. Read more about Zelensky’s visit. Read More: https://punchng.com/ukraines-zelensky-arrives-france-for-g7-talks/
The Sultan of Sokoto has declared Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as the Islamic New Year 1448AH. Sokoto State announces a public holiday to celebrate. Read More: https://punchng.com/sultan-declares-tuesday-islamic-new-year-sokoto-announces-public-holiday/
NYSC assures 2,000 Batch ‘B’ Stream I corps members of their safety in Jigawa State, despite national insecurity concerns. Learn about measures taken. Read More: https://punchng.com/nysc-assures-jigawa-corps-members-of-safety-during-service-year/
India has blocked Telegram access ahead of a medical exam retest to curb cheating after a question paper leak scandal. Learn more about the ban. Read More: https://punchng.com/india-blocks-telegram-ahead-of-medical-exam-to-curb-cheating/
SDP presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo criticises the Senate’s rejection of a proposal to investigate military spending, demanding transparency amid ri Read More: https://punchng.com/sdp-presidential-candidate-faults-senates-refusal-to-probe-military-spending/
Kogi State launches a digital school census to enhance education planning, policy formulation, and resource allocation. Learn how this initiative will impr Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-begins-digital-school-census-to-improve-education-planning/
US President Trump will host Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi at the White House in July to discuss the future of their important relationship. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-to-host-iraqi-pm-at-white-house-july/
JAMB has released the 2026 UTME mop-up exam results. Candidates can now check their JAMB mop-up results through official channels. Find out how to access y Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-releases-2026-utme-mop-up-exam-results/
Felix Oladeji Archives The Nation Newspaper
Kinsmen urge Oyo APC governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, to prioritise his new traditional role as Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland over politica Read More: https://punchng.com/kinsmen-urge-oyo-apc-gov-candidate-to-prioritise-traditional-role-over-political-ambition/
Ogun PDP officially unveils Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo as deputy governorship candidate for 2027 election, joining Oladipupo Adebutu. Learn more about their plans Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-unveils-ogun-deputy-governorship-candidate/
Adams Oshiomhole alleges forged signatures on the report recommending Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension, intensifying calls for transparency in the Sena Read More: https://punchng.com/three-senators-signatures-on-natasha-suspension-report-were-forged-oshiomhole/
Ekiti 2026: 2,077 PWDs set to vote The Nation Newspaper
Team Nigeria grab six medals at Central African wrestling championship The Nation Newspaper
Cape Verde defy ‘toothless’ Spain in epic debut The Nation Newspaper
Makinde urges HoS, two commissioners on loyalty The Nation Newspaper
Osun State Government announces Wednesday as a public holiday to commemorate Hijira 1448AH, marking the Islamic New Year. Residents are urged to celebrate Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-declares-wednesday-public-holiday-for-islamic-new-year/
Cricket Federation names 16-man squad for Namibia Tri-Series The Nation Newspaper
Uruguay settled for a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia in a sweltering World Cup match, leaving Group H wide open. Read about the Uruguay Saudi Arabia stalema Read More: https://punchng.com/uruguay-frustrated-by-dogged-saudi-arabia-in-world-cup-draw/
Kogi State government reiterates its ban on lavish graduation and sign-out ceremonies in schools, threatening closure for violations. This policy aims to r Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-warns-schools-against-lavish-graduation-sign-out-ceremonies/
IPAC heads to court over plans to deploy Amotekun for poll duty The Nation Newspaper
Tunisia fire Lamouchi after Sweden shading The Nation Newspaper
Court voids CAC’s deregistration of NYCN The Nation Newspaper
Fae hails Elephant’s intent after Amad winner sinks Ecuador The Nation Newspaper
Spain have no reason for doubt after Cape Verde stalemate, says De la Fuente The Nation Newspaper
President Bola Tinubu commissions the new Court of Appeal complex, urging judges to deliver swift, fair, and impartial justice to uphold democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-urges-judges-to-deliver-swift-fair-justice/
2026 World Cup? Archives The Nation Newspaper
An Akwa Ibom lawmaker, Ukpong Akpabio II, has empowered 61 constituents with N15.25m grants to boost businesses and agriculture, fulfilling campaign promis Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-lawmaker-empowers-61-constituents-with-n15-25m-grants/
Reforms: Tinubu deserves commendation not condemnation The Nation Newspaper
INEC alerts security agencies, flags 469 polling units as flashpoints The Nation Newspaper
Book review: From banking to exhibition hall The Nation Newspaper
autopost Archives - Page 8329 of 14158 The Nation Newspaper
Folajimi’s Mother Africa in poetic lines The Nation Newspaper
Oil plunges raising hopes of cheaper fuels The Nation Newspaper
Lagos SMEs get N200 million cash for young entrepreneurs The Nation Newspaper
Nigeria Power for Health Initiative Archives The Nation Newspaper
