General news

• Niger communities commend First Lady for inaugurating solar boreholes

  01-09-2026 02:52 via punchng.com
  
  The Niger State First Lady, Hajia Fatima Bago has been commended for inaugurating solar.powered boreholes in 10 wards of a Niger State local government area. The Director of Information in the Ministry of Information and Orientation Yunusa Ibrahim made this known to journalists in a statement wherein he explained that the aim was to addressRead More: https://punchng.com/niger-communities-commend-first-lady-for-inaugurating-solar-boreholes/
  
  Read more

• Uber to cut 10% of jobs worldwide

  02-09-2026 18:43 via punchng.com
  
  Uber is cutting 10% of its global workforce and exiting Nigeria and Uganda. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi announced the Uber layoffs to streamline operations.Read More: https://punchng.com/uber-to-cut-10-of-jobs-worldwide/
  
  Read more

• Ekiti varsity workers threaten strike over poor welfare, funding

  02-09-2026 18:43 via punchng.com
  
  Ekiti State university workers threaten strike over poor welfare and insufficient funding. Unions appeal to Governor Oyebanji for urgent intervention.Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-varsity-workers-threaten-strike-over-poor-welfare-funding/
  
  Read more

• Delta to start local Lassa fever testing by 2027

  02-09-2026 18:43 via punchng.com
  
  Delta State is set to begin local Lassa fever testing by March 2027 with a new public health laboratory, improving disease response and reducing reliance oRead More: https://punchng.com/delta-to-start-local-lassa-fever-testing-by-2027/
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• $80bn digital economy: Sanwo-Olu eyes Africa’s innovation capital

  02-09-2026 18:35 via vanguardngr.com
  — Experts seek African digital trust frameworkBy Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS — Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed confidence that the state will emerge not only as Nigeria’s commercial capital but also as Africa’s innovation capital, with more than $80 billion in commitments to technology development.Sanwo-Olu spoke on Wednesday at the GITEX Nigeria Official Tour, themed, “Beyond Connectivity: The Bridge to Sovereign AI & Innovation,” held
  
  Read more

• Dramatic U-turn as Salah’s Trabzonspor accept coach’s Tekke’s resignation

  02-09-2026 18:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeTrabzonspor have accepted the resignation of head coach Fatih Tekke, days after initially rejecting his request to step down following the Turkish club’s Europa League exit.The Super Lig side announced on Wednesday that it had reached a “mutual understanding” with Tekke and agreed to part ways in the interests of the club and its long-term objectives.Tekke tendered his resignation after Trabzonspor were eliminated from the Europa League play-off round by H
  
  Read more

• Trump floats renaming Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’

  02-09-2026 18:24 via vanguardngr.com
  US President Donald Trump on Wednesday suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz as “Trump Strait” despite the fact that the crucial waterway remains contested amid the war with Iran.“Now that we have it under U.S.A. control, should we change the name Hormuz Strait to TRUMP STRAIT??? Like America itself, it would be ‘hotter’ than ever before!” Trump said on his Truth Social network.It is the latest geographical name change floated by Trump and comes a week afte
  
  Read more

• UPDATED: Police dismiss three officers over UNIPORT graduate killing

  02-09-2026 18:18 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers State Police dismiss three officers linked to the killing of UNIPORT graduate Anthony Obodo in Port Harcourt, demonstrating commitment to accountabiRead More: https://punchng.com/police-dismiss-three-officers-over-uniport-graduate-killing/
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• PFIPC: Reps panel exonerates Gbajabiamila, uncovers forged documents

  02-09-2026 18:17 via vanguardngr.com
  ..Finds fake Executive Order, mutilated National Assembly Act, 58 bank accounts, alleged N400m fraudBy Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaABUJA — The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, PFIPC, has exonerated the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, from allegations that he authorised, established or participated in the activities of the purported government agency.The committee, chaired by Rep.
  
  Read more

• Uber lays off ‘about 10%’ of workforce worldwide

  02-09-2026 18:16 via vanguardngr.com
  Ride-hailing giant Uber will be laying off around 10 percent of its staff as part of “significant organizational changes,” CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said in a message to employees released on Wednesday.“Today, we’re making a number of significant organizational changes across Uber,” Khosrowshahi said. “As a result, we will be reducing the size of our team by about 10 percent.”Uber has a total of roughly 34,000 employees with operations in more than 70 count
  
  Read more

• Ambush: Troops kill terrorists, seize 793 rounds in Zamfara, Kaduna

  02-09-2026 18:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA — Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have neutralised several terrorists and intercepted a large cache of ammunition in separate operations in Zamfara and Kaduna states.The Military Information Officer, Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday.Danja said troops of Sector 2, acting on credible intelligence about the movement of terrorists from the Fakai General Area towards Kwanar Jolof and Tashar Dole in Shin
  
  Read more

• AI disinformation could undermine 2027 polls, INEC warns

  02-09-2026 18:11 via punchng.com
  
  INEC warns AI-driven disinformation could undermine Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Learn about INEC’s plans to audit technology and conduct mock polls.Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-disinformation-could-undermine-2027-polls-inec-warns/
  
  Read more

• 68-year-old Briton accuses Nigerian husband of marrying her for UK visa, seeks divorce

  02-09-2026 18:11 via punchng.com
  
  A 68-year-old British woman accuses her 31-year-old Nigerian husband of marrying her for a UK visa and seeks divorce. Read the full story.Read More: https://punchng.com/68-year-old-briton-accuses-nigerian-husband-of-marrying-her-for-uk-visa-seeks-divorce/
  
  Read more

• 2027: ADC inaugurates reconciliation committee to address primary grievances

  02-09-2026 18:11 via punchng.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) forms a reconciliation committee to address primary grievances and unite the party ahead of the 2027 general electionRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-adc-inaugurates-reconciliation-committee-to-address-primary-grievances/
  
  Read more

• PFIPC: Reps panel uncovers fake documents, 58 accounts, ₦400m fraud, fake Executive Order

  02-09-2026 18:10 via vanguardngr.com
  …exonerates Gbajabiamila, uncovers forged presidential, legislative documentsBy Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaABUJA — The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, PFIPC, has uncovered alleged forgery and alteration of presidential and legislative documents used to give the purported agency official legitimacy.The committee also disclosed the discovery of about 58 bank accounts allegedly linked to Prince
  
  Read more

• Cross River sustains 95% immunisation coverage, targets gaps

  02-09-2026 17:57 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ike Uchechukwu, CalabarCALABAR — Cross River State has sustained a 95 per cent national immunisation coverage rating, even as the state government moves to bridge gaps in vaccine access, particularly in hard-to-reach communities.Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk, disclosed this yesterday in Calabar when an evaluation and surveillance team from the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research, NIMR, Lagos, and the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, NPHCDA, visited the
  
  Read more

• CAN warns politicians against using Jesus’ name in campaigns

  02-09-2026 17:54 via punchng.com
  
  The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has warned politicians and supporters against using Jesus Christ’s name for partisan political interests in campRead More: https://punchng.com/can-warns-politicians-against-using-jesus-name-in-campaigns/
  
  Read more

• Flooding: Wike suspends FCTA director over illegal approvals on green areas

  02-09-2026 17:53 via vanguardngr.com
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that a director within the Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA has been suspended under civil service rules for issuing unauthorised “temporary approvals” to commercial operators on designated green zones.According him, his administration has intensified enforcement against violations linked to the recent flooding along the Airport Road axis and Lokogoma District.Speaking during
  
  Read more

• Okada ban: Lagos taskforce engages unions on compliance — Sets up internal monitoring team

  02-09-2026 17:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS — The Lagos State Taskforce has engaged commercial motorcycle operators and transport unions on voluntary compliance with the state’s traffic regulations, warning that operators who violate the ban on restricted routes risk arrest and impoundment of their motorcycles.Chairman of the agency, CSP Adetayo Akerele, gave the warning during a public advocacy and sensitisation exercise in Ikorodu and its environs.The engagement followed concerns raised by members
  
  Read more

• I didn’t ‘hesitate for a second’ to join Man City – Enzo Fernadez

  02-09-2026 17:51 via vanguardngr.com
  Enzo Fernandez said he “didn’t hesitate for a second” when Manchester City made contact in his first interview since joining the club for a British record-equalling transfer fee of £125 million ($169 million).The Argentina midfielder completed his move from Chelsea on Tuesday’s transfer deadline day, taking City’s spending to more than £450 million — a Premier League record for a single transfer window.The 25-year-old joined Chelsea from Benfica i
  
  Read more

• Zamfara APC stages solidarity walk for Tinubu over Yari’s appointment

  02-09-2026 17:49 via vanguardngr.com
  By Idris Salisu, GusauGUSAU — The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has staged a solidarity walk in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following the appointment of former governor of the state, Senator Abdul’aziz Yari Abubakar, as Director-General of the Presidential Campaign Council.The walk, organised by the A.A. Yari Political Organisation in collaboration with the Shehu Movement Organisation and Yari 774 Initiative for Asiwaju 2027, began at the Tr
  
  Read more

• ESUT to infuse AI into curriculum, promote experiential learning — VC

  02-09-2026 17:47 via vanguardngr.com
  By Alumona UkwuezeENUGU — The Vice-Chancellor of Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, Prof. Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, has said the institution will introduce Artificial Intelligence, AI, courses into its academic programmes to promote experiential learning and hands-on education.Okolie said the university management would leverage the 30 per cent flexibility provided under the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards, CCMAS, to review its curriculum and accommodat
  
  Read more

• US Treasury issues $1 coin with Trump’s face on it

  02-09-2026 17:41 via vanguardngr.com
  The US Treasury on Wednesday issued $1 coins featuring the face of President Donald Trump, the latest move in an unprecedented campaign by the Republican billionaire to put his personal stamp on national institutions.The coins were minted to mark the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States celebrated this year.A roll of 25 $1 coins was available for sale for $61 — a mark-up of 144 percent — with a 100-coin bag available for $154.50.When the Treasury announced the plan
  
  Read more

• Bandit attacks: Kano gov vows decisive action

  02-09-2026 17:38 via vanguardngr.com
  KANO — Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has condemned recent bandit attacks reported in four local government areas of the state, assuring affected communities that his administration is taking measures to strengthen security and protect lives and property.The governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, disclosed this in a statement on the attacks.The affected areas include Chiromawa in Garun Mallam Local Government Area, Beli in Rogo, Bebeji and communities around Gwar
  
  Read more

• Messi’s retirement, my suspension make it difficult to stay — Paredes

  02-09-2026 17:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeArgentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has admitted that Lionel Messi’s retirement from international football and his own 10-match suspension have left him uncertain about continuing with the national team.Paredes, 32, was suspended for his role in the post-match brawl that followed Argentina’s 2026 World Cup final defeat by Spain, while Messi announced his international retirement two days ago.Speaking to Argentine media on Tuesday, Paredes said both development
  
  Read more

• Uber shuts down Nigerian operations

  02-09-2026 17:32 via punchng.com
  
  Uber announces the shutdown of its Nigerian operations, effective September 2, 2026. Learn why the ride-hailing giant is exiting the Nigerian market.Read More: https://punchng.com/uber-shuts-down-nigerian-operations-after-business-review/
  
  Read more

• Police dismiss three officers over UNIPORT graduate killing

  02-09-2026 17:32 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers State Police Command dismisses three officers involved in the killing of a UNIPORT graduate, Anthony Obodo, in Port Harcourt.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-dismiss-three-officers-over-uniport-graduate-killing/
  
  Read more

• FCT Police re-arrest ex-convicts for child trafficking, rescue girl

  02-09-2026 17:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA — The FCT Police Command has re-arrested two ex-convicts, Rose Daniel and Blessing John, for allegedly abducting and trafficking children, rescuing a four-year-old girl in Kuje, Abuja.The suspects were arrested on August 27, 2026, while allegedly attempting to escape with the child, identified as Ummi Mariam Abdullah.FCT Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said the suspects were apprehended following credible intelligence and an alert from a concerned member o
  
  Read more

• 2027: We’ll convince doubters, mobilise for Tinubu — SGN

  02-09-2026 17:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dayo Johnson, AkureAKURE — Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Sunshine Grassroots Network, SGN, has inaugurated a 270-member advocacy team to mobilise support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other candidates of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ondo State.The team comprises a 27-member state executive, a five-man committee in each of the 18 local government areas and 10 members across the 203 political wards and voting units in the state.Speaking at th
  
  Read more

• 2027: ‘No politician is the Messiah’ — CAN warns politicians

  02-09-2026 17:26 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous Jannamike, AbujaThe Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has warned Precious Oruche, popularly known as Mama Pee, and other political actors against dragging Jesus Christ into partisan battles ahead of the 2027 elections, declaring that ‘no politician is the Messiah.’The warning followed recent comments by Mama Pee, in which she referenced Jesus Christ while making a political point about Peter Obi and the 2027 presidential contest.In a statement signed by its presiden
  
  Read more

Follow @GeneralNews_NGR on Twitter!