JAMB addresses the hijab incident at an Ibadan CBT centre, blaming an ‘overzealous’ staff member and reaffirming its respect for religious attire. Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-blames-overzealous-ad-hoc-staff-member-for-hijab-incident-at-ibadan-cbt-centre/

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike slams Atiku Abubakar’s criticism of the Tinubu administration, calling him a serial failure and ruling out a 2027 presidential win Read More: https://punchng.com/wike-slams-atiku-says-2027-presidency-not-available/

The Lagos APC chapter refutes claims of a predetermined list for its upcoming primaries, reassuring its commitment to direct primaries if consensus fails. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-apc-denies-plot-to-impose-candidates-for-primaries/

Enugu State rolls out a new ₦36,000 annual traders levy, harmonizing taxes to eliminate multiple charges and boosting IGR to ₦7.4 billion. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-introduces-%e2%82%a636000-traders-levy-as-igr-hits-%e2%82%a67-4bn/

Nigeria’s RMAFC is strengthening inter-agency collaboration with the Ministry of Interior to attract more foreign investment and boost national revenue. Read More: https://punchng.com/rmafc-targets-foreign-inflows-through-inter-agency-collaboration/

The Nigerian Federal Government has ended physical verification of academic credentials, launching a fully automated online system to improve efficiency. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-ends-physical-verification-of-academic-credentials-moves-process-online/

April 16, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian Muslim Congress, Northern Elders Political Development Group, and Youths Vanguard for Peaceful Co-existence of Nigeria have criticised recent calls by a United States lawmaker, Kimberly Daniels, for the redeployment of the Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle. In a joint statement issued in Sokoto on Thursday, the […] The post Groups Fault U.S. Lawmaker’s Call For Matawalle’s Redeployment, Warn Against External Interference appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Stanbic IBTC Pensions has emerged as the overall winner of the 12th UBA Pensions Annual Sports Tournament held at the Upbeat Recreational Centre in Lekki, Lagos   The tournament brought together pension professionals and senior industry stakeholders for a day of spirited competition, networking, and celebration, and drew massive participation from across Nigeria’s pension industry, […]

Controversial Nollywood actor turned cleric, Yul Edochie, has stirred the pot once again with a bold take on relationship dynamics, urging men to walk away from partners who do not accord them the respect they deserve.   In a candid post shared via X (formerly Twitter), the actor cautioned men against enduring emotional “nonsense” in […]

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has disowned a passport tendered in a UK property case, stating it has no record of its issuance in their database. Read More: https://punchng.com/nis-disowns-passport-tendered-in-uk-property-case-linked-to-useni-ozekhome/

April 16, (THEWILL) — A United Kingdom court has jailed a Nigerian couple, Luciana and Femi Akanbi, for orchestrating a large-scale fraud scheme that exploited stolen personal data of employees of Transport for London (TfL), resulting in losses exceeding £433,000 to the public purse. The couple were each sentenced to three years and nine months’ […] The post UK Court Jails Nigerian Couple Three Years, Nine Months For £433,000 Tax Fraud, Data Breach appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Cross River State Government has started desilting runoff water channels to prevent flooding in the state capital once the rainy season intensifies.   The move follows a weather forecast by NiMet and the National Emergency management Agency (NEMA)that listed Cross River among states at risk of flooding.   Concerned by NiMet’s projection of a […]

Zoho Nigeria has reiterated the need for stronger digital empowerment for women entrepreneurs, as it partnered with Guardian Newspapers for the Woman Festival held in Lagos.   The month-long festival brought together stakeholders across business, governance and social sectors under the theme “Reciprocity,” aimed at fostering collaboration, value exchange and innovation among women.   Speaking […]

April 16, (THEWILL) — Following concerns raised by members of the public, the Kano State government has now constituted an 18-member Media and Information Policy Drafting Committee to ensure accurate dissemination of information in the state. The committee was inaugurated by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Faruq Ibrahim, on Thursday. Ibrahim explained […] The post Kano Govt Inaugurates 18-Member Committee On Accurate Information Dissemination appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamali, has urged government to formally define and strengthen the role of traditional institutions in governance and peace building, just as traditional rulers in Kaduna state have called for stronger constitutional recognition.   Speaking at the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations Week (NPRW) “Croc City 2026” forum held in […]

President Bola Tinubu is currently meeting with the 36 state coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors at the Presidential Villa. Others in attendance at the meeting include Vice President Shettima, APC governors, APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, and other party leaders. On November 25th, 2025, President Tinubu established the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) appointing […] 2027: Tinubu meets Renewed Hope Ambassadors, APC leaders in Presidential Villa

MTN Nigeria has suspended its Xtratime airtime loan service to comply with new FCCPC digital lending regulations. Learn about the suspension. Read More: https://punchng.com/mtn-suspends-airtime-data-loans-over-new-fccpc-lending-rules/

Wike, who spoke during an inspection tour of ongoing road projects in Kuje Area Council on Thursday, said Atiku should instead wait until 2031. The post 2027: No Space For You, Wike Tells Atiku, Denies ADC Convention Venue Claim appeared first on Channels Television.

Popular singer and songwriter Omawunmi, born Omawumi Boma Megbele-Yussuf has addressed modern dating trends and the common opinion that they have become transactional.   In a chat with Pulse, she noted that even though the mechanics of relationships are different in modern times, relationships have always been transactional.   The singer ‘Megbele’ singer notes that […]

Abia State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a woman, Ezinna Ariwodo, by one Chinedu Anamelechi in Umunagu Amakama, Umuahia South LGA of Abia State. The suspect, who was said to be a local security personnel, also stabbed his girlfriend who is a sister to deceased, and shot another young man from Amakama, before […] Man flees Abia community after killing woman, stabbing girlfriend

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are facing fresh waves of criticism as royal commentators and experts accuse the couple of embarking on a “faux royal tour” during their current visit to Australia.   Despite officially stepping back from their roles as senior working royals in 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have maintained a […]

Ekiti State Government has approved a total 4,413,459,370.78 billion naira for the execution of agriculture, health, environmental protection, empowerment and other projects.   The projects, the state Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, said were approved at the State Executive Council weekly meeting in Ado Ekiti, the state capital.     He said the […]

The Doing Business in Nigeria Conference (DBNC) 2026 is a premier business event scheduled for April 25, 2026,… This article Doing Business in Nigeria Conference (DBNC)  appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

April 16, (THEWILL) — Football’s most decorated player has taken his first step into club ownership on Spanish soil, with Lionel Messi completing the full acquisition of UE Cornellà, a fourth-tier Catalan club based in the Baix Llobregat district south of Barcelona. The club currently competes in Group V of the Tercera RFEF and is […] The post Lionel Messi Buys Spanish Club UE Cornellà In Full Ownership Deal appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Sporting Lagos have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), a significant milestone for the Lagos-based club after two seasons in the second division. The post Sporting Lagos secure promotion to NPFL appeared first on Vanguard News.

Popular singer Omawumi has shared her opinion on the widespread claim that modern romantic relationships are transactional, arguing that it has always been so. In a recent interview with Pulse, the ‘Bottom Belle’ crooner explained that love is transactional in nature, but admitted that it has become more demanding than before. Omawumi stated that during […] ‘Love has always been transactional’ – Singer Omawumi

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as a serial election contestant and loser who will likely run for office again in 2031.   Wike’s remarks came in response to comments by Atiku that the current administration had done nothing positive for Nigerians.   Speaking during […]

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says an alleged hijab discrimination incident reported at Esther Oshikoya Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre, Ibadan, was not part of its official examination protocol. The board made the clarification in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday by its Public Communication Adviser (PCA), Fabian Benjamin. Benjamin said JAMB’s attention […] Hijab incident not part of exam protocol – JAMB

The Lagos State Government has commenced moves to introduce a unified academic calendar for the 2026/2027 session for both public and private schools across the state. A statement issued by the Lagos State government said the process was flagged off on Wednesday during a stakeholders’ meeting organised by the Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA) […] Lagos moves to enforce unified academic calendar for public, private schools

Enioluwa opens up about his love for Tanzanian singer Phina, revealing their meeting and blossoming romance, much to the delight of their fans and followers.

Reality TV Star Khloe Kardashian has lambasted her ex-husband, former Los Angeles Lakers champion Lamar Odom, for discrediting her after her appearance in his new documentary” as a favour” to him.   In the Netflix documentary, Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom, the former NBA player went back to his 2015 near overdose, […]

You may not need a flagship android phone to survive school life as students. From note-taking and online classes to social media and side hustles, today’s budget Android phones can handle it all, without draining your wallet. The post 10 top android phones for students on a budget appeared first on Vanguard News.

Inter Miami captain, Lionel Messi, has bought UE Cornelia, a Spanish third division team. The Argentine superstar had completed a deal that gives him 100 percent ownership of the football club. This means the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is now the outright owner of the club. UE Cornellà currently sit third in their Tercera División […]

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) graduates 10,223 students in its 18th convocation, with 137 achieving First Class honours. Read More: https://punchng.com/137-bag-first-class-as-lautech-graduates-10223/

The 2027 governorship election in Enugu State has taken an interesting turn. This is as the immediate past Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji has joined the race. DAILY POST recalls that Nnaji was the leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Enugu State before Governor Peter Mbah joined the broom party. […] 2027: Ex-Minister, Uche Nnaji battles Gov Mbah, pledges single tenure

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF), in collaboration with the Cement Technology Institute of Nigeria (CTIN), have concluded arrangements to launch a landmark skills development programme aimed at training and upskilling 100,000 artisans in Nigeria’s construction sector.   The programme that will be implemented in phases nationwide, will equip Artisans with skills in Masonry, Carpentry and […]