World News Garden

Lagos news today

Nigeria

Today's headlines from Lagos, Nigeria, published by The Punch and Premium Times. Read the latest local news and open any story on the publisher's own site.

See Lagos on the globe

Latest from The Punch

S’Africa’s ANC records worst-ever election result

The African National Congress, which has dominated South African politics since the end of apartheid, took 30.76 per cent of votes in municipal elections, its worst-ever electoral…

The Punch · just now

NDC questions Tinubu’s fresh Ibom seaport approval

The Nigeria Democratic Congress on Sunday accused President Bola Tinubu of turning the proposed Ibom Deep Sea Port into a campaign tool, questioning why the Federal Government was…

The Punch · just now

Tax Ombud seeks Tinubu’s nod for six regional offices

The Office of the Tax Ombud has sought President Bola Tinubu’s approval to establish six regional offices across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones, as it disclosed that approximately 82…

The Punch · just now

Train collision in Egypt kills four, injures 88

Two trains collided south of the Egyptian capital on Sunday, derailing several carriages, killing four and injuring dozens, according to the authorities. Read More:…

The Punch · 4 min ago

I’ve got what it takes to win Miss Universe —Danielle Adewusi

Miss Universe Nigeria 2026, Danielle Adewusi, has expressed confidence in her chances at the international competition, saying she believes she has what it takes to make Nigeria…

The Punch · 10 min ago

Muslims join Christians to celebrate Kaduna church’s anniversary

Muslims and Christians on Sunday celebrated the 25th anniversary of Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry in Kaduna, demonstrating interfaith solidarity and peaceful…

The Punch · 18 min ago

Ogun police rescue 10 kidnap victims, kill suspect

The Ogun State Police Command has rescued 10 passengers abducted by suspected kidnappers at Orita Fufu, Awa-Ijebu, in Ijebu North-East Local Government Area of the state, following…

The Punch · 26 min ago

NAF redeploys senior officers, appoints new commanders

The Nigerian Air Force has approved a major shake-up of its senior leadership, involving fresh appointments and postings across its operational commands, strategic institutions and…

The Punch · 43 min ago

Policeman, woman die in separate Bayelsa boat accidents

Two persons, including a serving police officer and a female passenger, have died in two separate waterway accidents in Bayelsa State involving a passenger boat and an oil tanker.…

The Punch · 47 min ago

EPL: Chelsea lose 1-0 to Sunderland, Liverpool beat Palace 3-1

Chelsea suffered a shock 1-0 defeat at Premier League strugglers Sunderland, while Liverpool got back on track with a 3-1 win against lowly Crystal Palace on Sunday. Read More:…

The Punch · 1 hr ago

2027: Ex-Osun lawmaker seeks unity to deliver 1.5m votes for Tinubu

A former lawmaker and a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called for unity among all stakeholders involved in canvassing for…

The Punch · 2 hrs ago

2027: Oyo APC alleges attack plot, APM denies claim

The Senator Sharafadeen Alli Campaign Organisation of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, on Sunday, raised the alarm over alleged hoodlums suspected to be members of the…

The Punch · 2 hrs ago

More cities in Nigeria

Abuja