The Kwara PDP chapter declares its readiness to reclaim power from the APC in the 2027 elections, promising internal democracy and credible candidates. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-pdp-vows-return-to-kwara-govt-house/

The PDP defends Governor Makinde’s comments from the opposition summit, accusing the APC of misinterpreting a historical warning against political excess. Read More: https://punchng.com/opposition-summit-pdp-defends-makinde-accuses-apc-of-twisting-violence-warning/

Galatasaray extend their lead in the Turkish Super Lig with a dominant 3-0 victory over rivals Fenerbahce, thanks to goals from Osimhen, Yilmaz, and Torrei Read More: https://punchng.com/turkish-super-lig-osimhen-scores-as-galatasaray-thrash-fenerbahce-3-0/

Anambra’s Labour Party has elected Mr. Peter Okoye as its new state chairman following a successful congress. See the full list of new executives. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-lp-elects-new-chairman/

The management of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, on Sunday explained that it declined approval for the proposed venue of a lecture to be delivered by the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, due to short notice by organisers. The institution’s clarification followed concerns raised by Obi over Read More: https://punchng.com/why-oau-declined-venue-for-peter-obis-lecture-management/

A NYSC corps member, Abdulsamad Jamiu, was tragically killed in a crossfire between the Nigerian Army and armed robbers in Dei-Dei, Abuja. Read More: https://punchng.com/corps-member-killed-in-crossfire-during-abuja-robbery/

In a stunning display of dominance, Galatasaray triumphed over their fierce rivals Fenerbahce with a commanding 3-0 victory in the much-anticipated ‘Intercontinental Derby’ on Sunday.   The victory not only solidified Galatasaray’s position at the summit of the Super Lig but also extended their lead to a significant seven points.   Victor Osimhen was the […]

The Guards Brigade has ordered an into the death of a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Mr. Abdulsamad Jamiu, who was caught in a cross fire with armed robbers in the Dei Dei area of Bwari Area Council of Abuja.   A statement by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters Guards […]

A renowned legal practitioner and grassroots politician, Kunle Rasheed Adegoke (SAN), popularly known as K-RAD, has declared his intention to contest for the Osun Central Senatorial seat under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during a well-attended consultation meeting with party elders, leaders, and faithful in Osogbo, Adegoke outlined his vision for [...]

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), FCT Wing, has suspended its ongoing strike action with immediate effect, following what it described as appreciable commitments from the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, towards resolving teachers’ longstanding grievances.   The decision was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of an emergency State Wing Executive Council (SWEC) […]

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has raised concerns over what he described as a plot to disenfranchise voters in Northern Nigeria, following reports that the Nigerian Senate was considering suspending political campaigns in eight Northern States due to rising insecurity.   In a statement signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, […]

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Minister of State, Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Doris Uzoka-Anite, has announced that, for the first time in a generation, Nigeria’s National Development Plan (NDP) 2026–2030 is being developed with children at its core. The Minister disclosed that with the support of UNICEF, the Ministry has recorded significant milestones [...]

The dream of silverware came to a crushing end for Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) giants Kano Pillars on Wednesday, as they were sensationally knocked out of the President Federation Cup by lower-league opposition.   The Sai Masu Gida fell at the semi-final stage of the Kano State Federation Cup, losing 4-2 on penalties to […]

In a post shared on X on Sunday, the NDC signalled what it described as a limited window for both politicians to join its platform before its primary deadline. The post NDC woos Obi, Kwankwaso with presidential ticket ahead of primary deadline appeared first on Vanguard News.

By MAX AMUCHIE A nation does not declare its own decline. It performs normalcy — until the performance can no longer hold.What follows is not an announcement, but a pattern — visible to those willing to look beyond the performance. Last week, this column offered the definitive articulation of The Insecurity Triad — the convergent [...]

Motherwell’s Emmanuel Longelo scored a stunning 90th-minute winner to dent Rangers’ Scottish Premiership title hopes in a fabulous, five-goal epic at Ibrox.   It looked like a fine second-half comeback would be enough to claim a point for Danny Rohl’s championship chasers, before Longelo’s shot was deflected beyond Jack Butland to give the visitors their […]

Nigeria Army confirmed NYSC member Abdulsamad Jamiu died in Abuja on April 25, 2026 after armed robbery gunfire; Guards Brigade pledged investigation and safety.

Arsenal benefitted from defensive mistakes as they came from behind to beat Lyon 2-1 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.   Jule Brand fired Lyon in front with a superb solo effort in the 17th minute, before Mariona Caldentey’s free-kick was fumbled by Lyon goalkeeper Christiane Endler into the back of her […]

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akoko North Federal Constituency of Ondo State have outlined a comprehensive political strategy aimed at securing electoral victory through coordinated grassroots mobilization and strategic candidate placement. The proposal, attributed to a group identified as “Concerned Akoko APC Stakeholders,” emphasizes the need to consolidate local support while presenting [...]

Stakeholders of the Jigawa State All Progressives Congress (APC) have promised to purchase nomination forms for President Bola Tinubu and Governor Malam Umar Namadi for the 2027 elections. They said it is appreciation of the president and governor’s purposeful leadership.   The chairman of the APC in Jigawa State, Hon. Ahmad Maikudi, revealed this while […]

The Queen of Pop Madonna is not quite done with the music world: seven years after the release of her 14th studio album, Madame X, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, she has finally dropped her 15th album, Confessions II.   The icon launched two new songs from the forthcoming album during […]

Lai Mohammed argues fake news fuelled #EndSARS protests, criticises CNN's reporting, defends Nigeria's COVID-19 strategy, and addresses Twitter's suspension concerns

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has stepped into an emerging political disagreement in Ebonyi Central senatorial district, calling on stakeholders to close ranks, embrace consensus-building, and align with the state leadership ahead of the next election cycle. The intervention followed a viral video from April 24, 2026, showing a misunderstanding between the Senator representing Read More: https://punchng.com/umahi-intervenes-in-ebonyi-apc-rift/

The FBI has identified 31-year-old Cole Allen as the suspect behind the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night.   Allen, a resident of Torrance, California, reportedly tried to rush a security checkpoint at the Washington Hilton Hotel while carrying a shotgun, a handgun, and several knives. Authorities say the suspect fired […]

Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has addressed public misconceptions regarding her identity and the pronunciation of her name.   In a video shared on her social media platform, the mother of one clarified that her name is often mispronounced or compared to objects. The move comes shortly after Rosy Meurer, the wife of Dikeh’s ex-husband Olakunle […]

‎One of the P Square twins, Peter Okoye, has slammed an X-user who described his change of birthday as a ‘shame on ndi igbo’. ‎ ‎Last week, Peter announced on Novemebr 30 as his new birthday. This is different from the November 18 he shared with his twin brother, Paul Okoye which is November 18. […]

Yesterday, Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo State, rallied Nigeria’s opposition political parties to Ibadan. According to him in his welcome address, the summit was to rescue Nigeria from the stranglehold of Nigeria’s apparent descent into autocracy, “a pattern where the space for real political competition is disappearing.” Ibadan summit’s message is an echo of a famous proverbial phrase […] The post Is Ibadan Tinubu’s 2027 Strait of Hormuz?, By Festus Adedayo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

SeesThe All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has dismissed resolutions taken by Nigeria’s opposition party leaders at a national summit held on Saturday in Ibadan with a wave of the hand, describing them as unserious political actors lacking the capacity to advance democracy and good governance in Nigeria.   The party maintained that neither […]

Gunmen attacked mourners returning from burial in Sati-Ikov, Benue State, killing three and kidnapping two others in Benue State in fresh attacks by local militias

Shafa added that no teacher should be victimised for participating in the strike, noting that the council would review its position if the FCT administration failed to honour the agreement. The post FCT schools to resume as NUT suspends teachers’ strike after Wike’s intervention appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Victor Osimhen set the tone as Galatasaray cruised to a commanding 3–0 victory over fierce rivals Fenerbahçe in the Intercontinental Derby, extending their lead at the top of the Turkish Super Lig to seven points. The Nigerian striker opened the scoring in the 40th minute, finishing from close range to register [...]

As the country prepares for another milestone in its romance with sovereign organised crime in 2027, the authors of this script must pray that Nigeria’s excluded and expended do not decide to ask for what is duly theirs. For if they could, they will present the country for the first time with a proposition for […] The post Nigeria and insecurity: When prayer is an affront, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The APC and the Federal Government had criticised Makinde’s comments, describing his recollection of the violent political crisis in the old Western Region as a call to violence. The post PDP defends Makinde over ‘Wetie’ comment, accuses APC of political intimidation appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gunmen attack mourners returning from a burial in Benue State’s Ushongo LGA, killing three and kidnapping two, escalating local insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-three-mourners-kidnap-two-in-benue-attack/

APC said it was particularly troubling that a serving governor, who holds constitutional responsibility as the chief security officer of his state, would invoke one of Nigeria’s darkest political episodes in a manner it believes could inflame tensions. The post Ibadan Declaration: APC tackles Makinde over ‘Operation Wetie’ remarks, alleges incitement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has confirmed that ministers who left Tinubu’s cabinet will each receive a severance package.