Victor Osimhen has declared that Galatasaray will continue their relentless pursuit of a fourth consecutive Turkish Super Lig title. Okan Buruk’s side emphatically bounced back from last week’s 2-0 defeat at Konyaspor, securing a dominant 3-1 victory over Alanyaspor at RAMs Park on Saturday. Osimhen was instrumental, bagging a goal and an assist during the […]

Nigerian businessman, Keji Giwa, has sparked outrage on social media after saying he prays that the United Kingdom deports Nigerians who relocated abroad so they can return to work for him. The post Video: Why I pray UK deports Nigerians who left my company — Keji Giwa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ebonyi State Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru has activated all security and intelligence resources to ensure the safe rescue of Ezeogo Francis Igwe, the traditional ruler of Ndufu-Alike in Ikwo Local Government Area, who was reportedly kidnapped on Sunday morning. Ezeogo Igwe is also the father of a former deputy governor of the state. The post Nwifuru mobilizes security to rescue kidnapped Ebonyi monarch appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: As part of efforts to fortify Nigeria’s democratic foundation, the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has launched a comprehensive technical review of its regulations for political parties. This exercise aims to synchronize the Commission’s framework with the recently enacted Electoral Act 2026, ensuring legal clarity and operational integrity well before the […] The post 2027: INEC overhauls party guidelines to align with Electoral Act 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially commenced free online membership registration across Nigeria, following the successful kick-off of its nationwide registration and revalidation in Abuja last month. The party…

The Presidency has refuted viral claims on social media alleging that members of the kitchen staff at the Presidential Villa in Abuja were detained over a supposed attempt to poison President Bola Tinubu. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, addressed the allegation on Sunday via his verified X handle, […] No Aso Rock kitchen staff arrested over alleged plot to poison Tinubu — Presidency

William Troost-Ekong is reportedly stranded in Qatar after Iran-Israel missile strikes forced airspace closures and suspended football activities.

The Edo State Migration Agency, EDMA, said it secured the conviction of 35 traffickers in 2025 in the state. DAILY POST reports that the Director-General of the agency, Mr Lucky Agazuma, disclosed this while speaking with newsmen shortly after a stakeholders’ dialogue on migration and reintegration in Benin City. The stakeholders’ dialogue, involving non-governmental organizations, […] Edo migration agency secures conviction of 35 traffickers, rescued 393 victims in 2025

Enyimba Football Club has announced that their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 28 fixture against Kun Khalifat FC, scheduled for Sunday, 1st March 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, will be played behind closed doors. This directive comes in strict compliance with a decision from the NPFL and marks the […]

Traders at Onitsha Main Market were left in shock and distress on Sunday as Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State commenced demolition of the market, despite a pending court order restraining any such action. The post Soludo demolishes Onitsha main market despite court order appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, a hardline figure known for his confrontational rhetoric and role in Tehran’s nuclear defiance, was reportedly killed during Israeli airstrikes inside Iran on Saturday.  The post Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad killed in US-Israeli strikes appeared first on Vanguard News.

The competition is being organised by The Youth Sports Renaissance Foundation (YSRF), a non-profit organisation registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) by Bruce Ijirigho, Godwin Obasogie and Charlton Ehizuelen. The post Future Olympian Athletics Classic moved to last quarter of 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Donald Trump on Sunday announced that U.S. military operations had reportedly sunk nine Iranian naval ships and partially destroyed Iran’s navy headquarters. The post Trump claims US strikes sink nine Iranian Naval vessels, hit navy headquarters appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu and his wife, Oluremi Tinubu on Sunday, poured encoumium on the General Overseer of the Redeem Christian Church of God(RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, describing him as a…

….to generate over $25b to economy By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Africa Finance Corporation, AFC, and the Federal Government through the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, to jointly fund three projects including a $1.3 billion alumina project, a comprehensive geoscience mapping exercise, and an investment vehicle […] The post Solid Minerals: FG, AFC sign landmark $1.3bn alumina deal appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has expressed deep concern over the reported abduction of His Royal Highness, Ezeogo Francis Igwe, the traditional ruler of Ndufu-Alike in Ikwo Local Government Area and father of the immediate past Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, Dr Eric Kelechi Igwe, by suspected hoodlums on Sunday morning. The unfortunate incident […] Governor Nwifuru directs security agencies to rescue kidnapped Ebonyi monarch

Ghana's women's football team is stranded in the UAE due to airspace closure amid regional conflict, prompting calls for government intervention for their safety.

The Ondo State Police Command has heightened security surveillance around major worship centres across the state in a renewed move to forestall security threats and safeguard lives. The Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, on March 1, 2026, conducted on-the-spot assessments of selected religious centres to evaluate their level of compliance with established safety directives and [...]

A 25-year-old, Umar Abdullahi, from Bauchi State has been apprehended by operatives of the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) over the alleged possession of firearms in the state. The suspect was said to have been arrested at about 2 a.m. at Akara Junction in the Aduwawa axis of Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area of the […] Police arrest 25-year-old traveller with firearms in Edo

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to close the main carriageway between Super Bus-Stop and Ilepo Bus-Stop (Inbound Lagos) along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway for a 12-week rehabilitation project. The post Lagos to close Super-Ilepo section of Lagos-Abeokuta Road for 3 months for rehabilitation appeared first on Vanguard News.

The dispute over Walida’s age is central to the wider controversy involving her and Mr Onyewuenyi, an operative of the State Security Service (SSS). The post EXCLUSIVE: Walida Is 22 Years Old — National Population Commission appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Abia Governor Alex Otti faces backlash from APC chieftain Prince Paul Ikonne over a “dictatorial outburst” against journalist Chika Nwabueze during a media briefing.

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Abia State chapter, has berated Governor Alex Otti over an alleged attack on a journalist in Umuahia. The post Abia PDP slams Otti over alleged attack on journalist appeared first on Vanguard News.

The suspect was apprehended at about 2am at Akara Junction in the Aduwawa area of Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area during a routine patrol.

In the heart of Ijebuland in Ogun State, a profound event that carries centuries of tradition and identity is unfolding with a gravity that touches every corner of this storied community. The stool of the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland stands vacant for only the third time in modern memory following the death of […] The post Dissecting the full list of 95 Awujale throne Aspirants appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The situation underscores a recurring lesson for Nigeria: global oil shocks can provide temporary relief, but they also highlight the structural vulnerabilities of an economy heavily reliant on crude exports.

Nollywood actor Sanyeri reflects on his masquerade role, family struggles, and regrets in a revealing interview, sparking fan reactions about cultural beliefs.

Touchscreens are not inherently flawed. But when they replace essential controls, they can make driving more distracting and less intuitive. A growing number of motorists now question the rush toward The post Five modern vehicles that retain physical buttons over touchscreens appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi scored a stunning long-range strike, contending for Goal of the Season to help Fulham cruise to a 2-1 victory against Tottenham.

CAPPA concluded by urging all residents, civil society actors, labour unions, and concerned stakeholders to pay close attention to the state’s water governance processes and actively defend transparency, accountability, and public interest in decisions affecting the lives of Lagosians.

Francis Igwe, father of former Ebonyi State Deputy Governor, was kidnapped while heading to church in the Ndufu-Alike community on Sunday, March 1, 2026.

A graduate of Igbinedion University who wrote JAMB and WAEC examinations four times trends online as she finishes with a first-class degree and wins 4 awards.

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, says President Bola Tinubu needs a second term to complete ongoing reforms and stabilise Nigeria’s economy. The post Tinubu needs second term to complete reforms, says Oyetola appeared first on Vanguard News.

At least one person died and three others sustained critical injuries on Sunday after a truck carrying yams collided with a commercial tricycle at Aiyetoro Junction, near the Traffic Light corridor in Epe, Lagos. The post One dead, three injured as truck crushes tricycle in Epe, Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.

The video, which circulated widely on social media over the weekend, claimed that security operatives had arrested a member of the presidential kitchen staff following intelligence reports of suspicious activities related to food preparation within restricted areas of the Villa.

The Tinubu Impact Movement (TIM) on Sunday formally sealed what it described as a historic alignment partnership with the City Boy Movement (CBM), pledging to mobilise 2.5 million votes for The post 2027: TIM, City Boy Movement seal alliance to deliver 2.5m votes for Tinubu appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.