A dramatic video has gone viral showing a young man climbing to the top of a telecommunications tower, declaring he would not come down unless Honorable Bala Wunti agrees to run for the governorship of Bauchi State in 2027. According to eyewitnesses, on Sunday Confirming the report via Phone to the News Chronicle that the [...]

Last Saturday, armed men, suspected to be herders invaded Yelwata, leaving scores of residents feared dead. The post Angry Youths Protest, Demand End To Killings In Benue appeared first on Channels Television.

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has condemned the recent wave of killings in Benue State, describing the massacre of women, children, soldiers, and displaced persons as a national tragedy that demands urgent intervention. In a statement shared via his X handle on Sunday, Obi expressed deep sorrow over the reported killing […] Benue Killings: Failure of leadership – Peter Obi calls for national emergency

The President General of the Unity Schools Old Students Association (USOSA), Michael Magaji, has decried the present state of public education in the country. Magaji made the observation during the 44th USOSA Plenary Session which was held in Enugu at the weekend. He said most public schools lacked critical infrastructure for teaching and learning. “Let’s […] Unity Schools Alumni decries falling education standard, recommends smart school model

Tribune Online Taraba Reps member achieves 88 constituency projects, sponsors 10 bills in two years House of Representatives member for Takum/Donga and Ussa Federal Constituency of Taraba, Dr Mark Useni, has recorded 88 completed and ongoing constituency projects within two years in the house. Taraba Reps member achieves 88 constituency projects, sponsors 10 bills in two years Tribune Online

MJust like his favorite saying “We rise by lifting others” Davido keep showing up for people! Legendary highlife musician Bright Chimieze is officially signed with Sony Music Publishing West Africa curtesy of Davido. This is coming after few weeks of meeting the Afrobeats star. The exciting news was shared on their official instagram page, they [...]

Nigerian nationals currently living in India have revealed troubling accounts of mistreatment, extortion, and police brutality, experiences that have left many desperate to return home but unable to afford the costs involved. The post ‘We want to come home’ – Nigerians in India plead amid alleged abuse, extortion appeared first on Vanguard News.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has warned parents to stay alert as drug-laced sweets, chocolates, and snacks disguised as treats are increasingly being found in children’s bags and pockets. In a public advisory issued Sunday, NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, shared photos on X showing seized drug-laced items designed to […] The post Photos: Beware of drug-laced sweets in childrens’ bags, NDLEA warns parents appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tribune Online NDLEA arrests Iran-bound businessman at Port Harcourt airport for ingesting 53 wraps of cocaine NDLEA operatives at the Lagos International Airport, in the early hours of Saturday, intercepted an Italy-bound passenger, Edobor Ambrose Ali on an Air France flight NDLEA arrests Iran-bound businessman at Port Harcourt airport for ingesting 53 wraps of cocaine Tribune Online

The drones were shot down overnight Saturday to Sunday, he added, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss the matter. The post Two Iranian Drones Shot Down In Iraq By International Coalition – Report appeared first on Channels Television.

Furthermore, the organisation called on the president to immediately halt all prosecutions and drop charges against Nigerians currently detained or facing trial simply for exercising their rights to peaceful protest and free expression.

The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Plateau State, Very Reverend Polycarp Lubo, has passed away. The post Plateau CAN Chairman, Father Lubo is dead appeared first on Vanguard News.

The singer further explained that despite turnout and support, out of respect for his fans and culture, he would no longer be performing...

Mr Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the brewing crisis in the state over the Court of Appeal ruling on the conduct of the council election. The post APC chieftain begs Tinubu to intervene in Osun LG fresh crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.

Arsenal have threatened to walk away from negotiations to sign Viktor Gyokeres after Sporting CP increased the asking price for the striker, according to Record. Gyokeres is attracting interest from some of Europe’s top clubs, after scoring 67 times in 52 games for the Portuguese champions. Sporting CP had been hoping that a bidding war […] Transfer: Arsenal threaten to walk away from negotiations to sign Gyokeres

The management of the National Hospital, Abuja, has firmly denied reports suggesting that it is laying off doctors or any category of its staff, stressing that such claims are entirely The post National Hospital denies laying off doctors  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Peter Obi has blamed the killing of over 200 persons in Benue State by suspected armed herdsmen on the failure of government, describing the sordid affair as a stain on our collective conscience. The post Benue killings failure of leadership, stain on our conscience – Peter Obi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Rapper Erigga has argued that celebrities were never true icons, but rather an illusion created by the music industry.  According to Erigga, talented singers aren’t rare, but rather the ones The post Celebrities were never icons, says Erigga appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Tanker drivers in Lagos State have announced plans to suspend the loading of petroleum products starting Monday. The decision is due to concerns over the N12,500 fee per truck for the E-Call Up system operating along the Lekki-Epe Corridor. The E-Call Up system, introduced by the Lagos State Government, aims to regulate the movement of […] Lagos tanker drivers threaten strike over N12,500 E-Call Up fee

Barcelona reportedly “called FIFA” to hand them a late slot at the 2025 Club World Cup. However, Barca reports that the world football governing body knocked back their approach. A space opened up at the tournament, after FIFA reached the decision to remove Clu Leon. The Mexican club were expelled due to multi-ownership rules, as […] Club World Cup 2025: FIFA ‘snubbed’ Barcelona’s request to play at tournament

A traditional ruler in Osun State, Oba Taofeeq Osunmakinde, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, over the threats by suspected armed hoodlums to raze his community.  The post Monarch petitions IGP, cries out over alleged plots to raze community  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has restated its commitment to protecting elderly residents from all forms of abuse, including neglect, physical, emotional, and financial exploitation.  As part of renewed The post FCTA launches elderly abuse reporting channels appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Choosing the top-performing crypto involves more than chasing price spikes or reacting to news cycles. It requires a closer look at each project’s functionality, readiness, and relevance in the real The post Top-Performing Crypto in 2025? BlockDAG’s DeFi Rollout Challenges ETH, LINK, & XMR for the Top Spot appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Tribune Online Bauchi govt flags off June 2025 rounds of NIPDs immunisation In its bid to reduce the negative effects of Zero Doses of immunisation, Bauchi State Government has flagged off the June 2025 round of National Immunisation Plus Days (NIPDs). Bauchi govt flags off June 2025 rounds of NIPDs immunisation Tribune Online

Amnesty International has criticized the Nigerian government following the killing of over 100 people by gunmen in Yelewata, Benue State. The attack, which happened from late Friday into the early hours of Saturday, 14 June 2025, left many dead, several missing, and dozens injured without proper medical care. In a post on X on Saturday, […] Benue massacre: Amnesty International slams Nigerian govt over rising killings

Among the most shocking incidents was the arrest of a businessman, Ezemokwe Chukwuebuka Christian, at the Port Harcourt International Airport, for attempting to smuggle cocaine to the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Over 100 cattle belonging to suspected armed Fulani herdsmen terrorizing Benue people reportedly died while crossing River Benue. The incident occurred on Saturday, as most of them allegedly died mysteriously as sand collapsed on them due to erosion, and some drowned while swimming across River Benue to Nasarawa State. A source, Mr. Olikita Ekani, said […] Over 100 cattle die mysteriously while crossing River Benue

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has commended Nigerian fathers for their dedication to raising responsible children and strengthening the fabric of society, stressing that families, and by extension, the nation, thrive when fathers are actively involved in parenting. In a statement to mark the 2025 Father’s Day, the First Lady celebrated the […]

Notorious terrorist leaders have laid down their arms and released 16 hostages in exchange for amnesty in Katsina State. The Nigerian Army disclosed this in a statement on its official social media handles, saying the gesture followed the surrender and disengagement initiative led by the leadership of Operation Fasan Yamma in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. […]

The Lagos State Government has expressed readiness to commence enforcement of a technology-driven initiative, electronic-Call Up System for truckers along the Lekki-Epe corridor, effective from tomorrow, Monday, June 16, 2025. The post Dangote Refinery: Lagos insists on truck e-call up system along Lekki-Epe axis appeared first on Vanguard News.

“His selfless act of handing over power paved the way for Nigeria’s Fourth Republic and strengthened the principle of constitutional democracy.

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), Northwest University Kano branch said it was shocked and devastated after the brutal murder of a lift operator in the university, Buhari Imam. The young man was fatally stabbed by phone snatchers in his home situated at Sheka Quarters in Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State […] Kano: SSANU seeks justice after brutal murder of staff by phone snatchers

Nigerian comedian Real Warri Pikin has announced her pregnancy with a touching video on Father's Day as she specially appreciates husband Ikechukwu.

Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has declared that the government and people of the state will give maximum support to the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Aiyedatiwa who expressed appreciation to Tinubu for enabling states to pursue developmental projects through increased fiscal capacity, noted that the economic reforms of the President has […]

Nigeria’s Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, as part of efforts to bolster the operational capabilities of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), led a high-level delegation to the United States for a Programme Management Review Meeting on the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters. A statement by the NAF spokesman, […]

Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi will miss the Club World Cup in the United States after being unable to leave Tehran amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel. The post Inter Milan striker Taremi stranded in Iran, to miss Club World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.