The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) officially welcomes former Labour Party VP candidate, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, boosting its vision for a reformed Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/prp-welcomes-lp-ex-vice-presidential-candidate-baba-ahmed/

Gbenga Daniel refutes Gov. Dapo Abiodun’s claims of providing political structure for his 2003 and 2023 election wins, calling it a rewrite of history. Read More: https://punchng.com/daniel-camp-fires-back-at-abiodun-over-2003-2023-election-claims/

US lawmakers propose withholding 50% of Nigeria financial aid until the government takes effective steps to curb widespread religious violence. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-us-lawmakers-propose-stricter-conditions-on-nigeria-financial-aid/

Dr. Elizabeth Jack-Rich explains why the future of the global AI economy depends on Africa’s vast resources and integrated industrial capacity. Read More: https://punchng.com/africa-central-to-global-ai-economys-future/

Nigeria’s House of Reps debates a bill for a 50-year national economic plan to ensure policy consistency and foster sustainable growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-pass-50-year-national-plan-bill-through-second-reading/

Yobe Senator Musa Mustapha withdraws from the 2027 senatorial race, endorsing Governor Mai Mala Buni for the seat, following an APC stakeholders’ decision. Read More: https://punchng.com/yobe-senator-drops-re-election-bid-backs-buni-for-senate-seat/

Abia Governor’s aide urges journalists to uphold objectivity and report the truth, stressing the administration’s sacrosanct commitment to press freedom. Read More: https://punchng.com/uphold-objectivity-defend-press-freedom-ottis-aide-urges-journalists/

Germany has expressed concerns over the application of blasphemy laws in parts of northern Nigeria. It cautioned that their enforcement could lead to serious violations of human rights, including the freedom of religion and belief. Germany’s Federal Government Commissioner for Freedom of Religion or Belief, Thomas Rachel, made this known during a press engagement in […]

The former chairman claimed the ADC has built significant political strength to challenge President Tinubu in 2027, while alleging that some serving senators are in talks to join the party. The post 2027: Ex-ADC national chairman warns on excluding party from ballot appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

House of Representatives has passed through second reading, a bill seeking to establish the Joint Doctrine and Warfare Centre, a think-thank for Nigeria’s military and paramilitary forces aimed at enhancing capacity, discipline and excellence. The speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen and Hon. Daniel Asama from Plateau State sponsored the legislation, titled, “A […]

The Academic Staff Union of Universities warns of shutdown in four state universities over unpaid benefits, salary delays, and unmet 2009 agreements.

Residents of Bauchi State have expressed frustration over what they describe as exploitative and unreliable electricity services, with the power sector now topping the list of consumer complaints in the region. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has also revealed a steady influx of grievances tied to electricity billing and service delivery. From […]

A documentary, “Africans in Beijing”, co-produced by Nigeria and China, has captured widespread attention across Africa since its recent debut. Produced by StarTimes Media, the show is currently airing on multiple leading television networks throughout the continent. A statement issued by Startimes Media explained that each 10-minute episode offers an intimate glimpse into Beijing through […]

A US lobby firm hired by Atiku Abubakar warns the Tinubu administration, threatening to push for sanctions over insecurity and electoral integrity issues. Read More: https://punchng.com/atikus-us-lobby-firm-warns-tinubu-seeks-sanctions-on-insecurity-elections/

The campaign team of Dr Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran Jandor has bought the Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to contest the governorship election in Lagos State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Its spokesperson, Dr, Gbenga Ogunleye, in a statement said, ‘’This step reflects Dr Adediran’s disciplined adherence to […]

ADC leader, Senator David Mark, has issued a strong statement on the opposition coalition party ahead of a key court ruling on Thursday, April 30.

Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, has called for a fresh National Conference whose outcomes will be backed by law to foster inclusive governance and a more united Nigeria. Oborevwori made the call yesterday during his lecture titled, “Inclusive Governance and National Unity: Lessons from Delta State for a More United Nigeria,” organised by the […]

The Nigerian Naira maintained a steady position against the United States Dollar across both the official and informal currency markets on Thursday morning, April 30, 2026. Data from the early trading sessions indicates that the local currency is holding onto recent gains as liquidity levels remain a focal point for investors and traders alike. Official […] The post Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, April 30, 2026 appeared first on OsunDefender.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf have called for stronger institutions, expanded opportunities for young people and inclusive leadership as key drivers of Africa’s development. They spoke at the Lagos Leadership Summit 2026, organised by the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy, where policymakers, development partners and emerging leaders gathered to examine how […]

Reporters Without Borders warns press freedom has fallen to its lowest level in 25 years, with more than half the world in ‘difficult’ situations. Read More: https://punchng.com/press-freedom-at-lowest-level-in-25-years-rsf/

An Ogun State-based socio-political group, Ketu Intelligentsia Forum (KIF), has petitioned the State Working Committee (SWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the senatorial ticket of the zone for the forthcoming 2027 general elections. KIF in the petition dated 28th April, 2026, and signed by its secretary-general, Prince Sola Bamigbade; its director of Strategy […]

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has announced the sack of ASP Nuhu Usman aka ‘Ogbegbe’ and other officers implicated in the fatal shooting that led to the extrajudicial killing of one Mr Mene Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State. Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon, made the disclosure in a statement on Wednesday night. […]

Leaders of the PBAT Mandate Elders Forum in Ondo State have urged Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to prioritise wide consultations in the process of selecting candidates ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries. The group cautioned against imposing candidates under the guise of consensus, stressing that inclusive decision-making remains key to party unity and electoral […]

Towards the end of 1929, the historic Aba Women’s Riot sparked a wave of resistance that swept through southeastern Nigeria. It was not led by men, but by thousands of aggrieved women against the British colonial master, whose tax regime was no longer tolerable. It was adjudged as one of the fiercest uprisings against colonial […]

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned the recent attack on a church gathering in Eda Oniyo Ekiti, Ekiti State. The post CAN demands swift rescue of abducted Ekiti church members appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate Datti Baba-Ahmed has cast doubt on the prospects of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso emerging as Peter Obi’s running mate in the 2027 presidential race, citing the former Kano governor’s towering political profile and influence. In an interview with Channels Television monitored by The News Chronicle, Baba-Ahmed described Kwankwaso as a seasoned […]

Just 34% of Americans approve of the U.S. conflict with Iran, down from 36% in mid-April and 38% ​in mid-March, a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll found. The post US War In Iran Gulps $25 Billion So Far appeared first on Channels Television.

Bianca Ojukwu was congratulated by Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Saar on her appointment as Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, signalling stronger ties ahead.

Six minors consisting of a visually impaired girl have asked Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State and the inspector-general of police (IGP) to save them from continued harassment and abduction by Chief Kevin Iwule and Eze Edmund Agim, the traditional ruler of Osuama, in the Isiala Mbano local government area, and five others. They also […]

The project is expected to enhance rapid response to accidents and improve traffic management in the area and along the busy Lagos–Ibadan expressway The post Ogun FRSC office complex at Ogere-Remo commissioned for enhanced safety appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Blessing CEO slams Olakunle Churchill, accusing him of treating Rosy Meurer as a “call girl”. Churchill denies legal marriage amid growing marital crisis.

The chairman of the House Committee on Health, Nutrition and Food Security and member representing Ibiono Ibom State Constituency, Hon. Moses Essien, has expressed dismay at the social menace and eyesore mentally-deranged persons constitute within Uyo, the state capital and other cities in the state. LEADERSHIP checks revealed that most of them under the influence […]

A coalition under the banner of Civil Society Groups for Good Governance (CSGGG) has urged the Council of Legal Education to resist mounting pressure and proceed with its investigation into the law school qualifying certificate of the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu. The group’s position followed a request by Kalu’s […]

As the 2027 general elections draw close, the atmosphere in Akwa Ibom State has been stimulated by political gladiators jostling for nominations on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the centre. Urging for a free, fair and transparent  nomination process towards selecting best candidates for the contest, Dr Erikan Tom Peter, […]

Iran’s national currency has plunged to new lows as authorities mobilise to dampen the impact of the naval blockade enforced by the United States. The Iranian rial shot above 1.81 million to the US dollar on the open market by early afternoon on Wednesday before partially recovering. The embattled currency changed hands for about 1.54 […]

President Donald Trump said a US naval blockade against Iran could last months, leading oil prices to spike to their highest level in more than four years, which held into Thursday. The post Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil prices soaring appeared first on Vanguard News.