The New Nigeria Peoples Party will proceed with its national convention and congresses despite INEC’s delay in recognizing its new court-ordered leadership Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpp-to-hold-convention-despite-inec-recognition-delay/

Nigerian opposition parties have agreed to field a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections to challenge the ruling party, says Kabiru Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-opposition-parties-agree-to-field-single-presidential-candidate-turaki/

Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Olasheni Ibiwoye, has joined the 2027 Kwara governorship race under the PDP, outlining his vision for the state’s future. Read More: https://punchng.com/san-joins-2027-kwara-governorship-race-under-pdp/

Lawmaker Ugochinyere Ikeagwuonu asserts the Action People’s Party (APP) is Imo’s biggest opposition, citing its strong structure and legislative impact. Read More: https://punchng.com/app-remains-imos-biggest-opposition-party-lawmaker-ugochinyere/

Kebbi APC supporters held a unity rally, reaffirming backing for President Bola Tinubu’s second term ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-apc-backs-tinubus-second-term-at-rally/

Learn why Nigeria’s risk management institute endorses the CBN’s new digital banking measures to tighten security and combat escalating financial fraud. Read More: https://punchng.com/institute-backs-cbns-new-digital-banking-measures/

Sokoto’s Labour Party elects Yawale Abubakar as new chairman in a state congress, outlining plans to challenge the APC in the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/sokoto-labour-party-elects-chairman-vows-to-unseat-apc/

US envoys arrive in Pakistan to begin a new round of peace talks with Iran, though Iranian officials indicate no immediate plans for direct meetings. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-envoys-head-to-pakistan-for-iran-war-talks/

Nigeria’s Air Peace alerts passengers to potential flight delays across its network due to a nationwide aviation fuel shortage. Find out how this may affec Read More: https://punchng.com/air-peace-warns-of-flight-delays-over-fuel-shortage/

On World Veterinary Day, Kogi veterinarians call for better welfare, highlighting a shortage of vets and their crucial role in public and animal health. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-vet-day-kogi-nvma-seeks-better-welfare-recruitment-of-more-veterinarians/

The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, on Saturday raised the alarm over Nigeria’s worsening security situation and what he described as a steady erosion of democratic freedoms, calling for urgent unity among opposition parties to “rescue the country.” Mark spoke at a national opposition summit held in Ibadan, Oyo Read More: https://punchng.com/oppositions-mission-to-rescue-nigeria-must-be-done-says-david-mark/

The 2026 Osun-Osogbo Festival, a UNESCO World Heritage event, is set for July 27-Aug 7, expecting 500,000 attendees to celebrate living tradition. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-osogbo-festival-targets-500000-participants-organisers/

Prominent chieftains of various opposition political parties across Nigeria have vowed to resist all attempts to make President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the sole presidential candidate in 2027 general elections. The opposition political figures made this declaration via a communique issued at the end of a meeting christened “National Summit of Opposition Political Party Leaders”. […] 2027: We will resist attempts to make Tinubu sole candidate – Opposition leaders

Popular Nigerian gospel singer, Salau Aliu Olayiwola, popularly known as Testimony Jaga, has criticised former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, over his recent remarks on the concept of prosperity gospel. Osinbajo had recently sparked debate after criticising what he described as the prosperity gospel, prompting mixed reactions within religious and public circles. Jaga, reacting in […] Singer Testimony Jaga faults Osinbajo over comments on ‘prosperity gospel’

The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has charged officers of the Nigeria Police Force to treat members of the public with civility and professionalism, stressing that citizens remain the “bosses” of the police. The post IG to officers: Treat citizens with civility, professionalism appeared first on Vanguard News.

Opposition political parties in Nigeria have agreed that they would present a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The resolution was adopted on Saturday at the national summit of the opposition political party leaders held in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo state. DAILY POST had reported that opposition leaders stormed Ibandan, the Oyo […] BREAKING: Opposition parties agree to field one presidential candidate in 2027

The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has called on opposition leaders to unite in what he described as a “national rescue mission” to address insecurity, economic hardship and democratic decline in Nigeria. Speaking at a summit of opposition figures, Mark said the gathering was a response to “our nation’s […] The post Opposition Must Unite to Save Nigeria, Says David Mark appeared first on OsunDefender.

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has expressed concern over what he described as a growing pattern of cancelled academic engagements in Nigerian universities, following the sudden withdrawal of a scheduled lecture at Obafemi Awolowo University. He disclosed this in a statement posted on his official page on April 25 2026. According […] Obi raises concern after OAU lecture cancellation, warns of shrinking academic space

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Liverpool moved to fourth position in the Premier League after a 3-1 win over Crystal Palace at the Anfield on Saturday. Alexander Isak scored the game’s curtain raiser in the 35th minute. It was the Sweden international first goal since December. Andy Robertson doubled the home team’s advantage five minutes before [...]

The former foreign affairs minister said that he was coming forward to build on the good legacies of previous leaders and correct mistakes of the past where they occurred, The post Many People Face Poverty In Bauchi Despite Resources, This Must Change — Tuggar appeared first on Channels Television.

By Adeola Badru Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state drew attention to the “Operation Wetie” violence that rocked the South-West in mid-1960s to caution against one-party domination in the country. Read Also: Ibadan Summit: Opposition parties plan single candidate for 2027 polls Governor Makinde gave the warning in Ibadan today at the national summit of […] The post Ibadan Summit: ‘Operation Wetie’ started in Ibadan – Makinde warns appeared first on Vanguard News.

A chieftain of African Democratic Congress, ADC, Benchuks Nwosu has said that no right thinking Igbo person will vote for President Bola Tinubu over Mr Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election. Nwosu, a former Deputy Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly and chairman of membership registration exercise in ADC made this declaration in […] No right thinking Igbo will vote Tinubu over Obi in 2027 – ADC’s Nwosu

Ace producer and music executive Don Jazzy has said he is cautious about expressing dissatisfaction with the downsides of fame, noting that he does not want to risk losing his blessings. Speaking on a recent episode of the Keeping It Real With Jima podcast, the Mavin Records boss explained that he tries to remain grateful [...]

Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford's goals took Barcelona to the brink of the La Liga title with a 2-0 win at Getafe on Saturday. The post Barca on brink of La Liga triumph with Getafe win appeared first on Vanguard News.

Super-agent, Jorge Mendes, has named Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest player in the history of football. He also said he references the careers of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to provide guidance for young athletes. The Portuguese agent emphasized that maintaining discipline off the field is essential for achieving greatness in the sport. Mendes has […] Cristiano Ronaldo’s ex-agent, Mendes names greatest player ever

Oxford United have been relegated to League One after Charlton Athletic won against Hull City on Saturday and can no longer be caught by the U’s. Matt Bloomfield’s side needed to win both of their remaining matches and for the Addicks to lose both of their games while reducing their goal difference. But Nathan Jones’ […]

April 25, (THEWILL) — Ryan Sessegnon’s 43rd-minute goal earned Fulham a hard-fought 1-0 English Premier League victory over Aston Villa on Saturday, breathing fresh life into Marco Silva’s push for European football next season. The result temporarily moved Fulham into the top half of the table ahead of the remaining weekend fixtures, cutting the gap […] The post Sessegnon Goal Fires Fulham To 1-0 Win Over Villa appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu clarifies his resignation, stating he received President Bola Tinubu’s full blessing before stepping down for his amb Read More: https://punchng.com/i-resigned-with-tinubus-blessing-adelabu/

Ryan Sessegnon scored the only goal as Fulham boosted their hopes of finishing in the European places by beating Aston Villa at Craven Cottage. The win nudged the Cottagers up to 10th, at least for a short while, and they are now just two points behind sixth-placed Brighton and right among the other sides in […]

The Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) has called on all its members to recognize the critical role of credible leadership in shaping the future of the nation by ensuring that they obtained their voters’ registration cards ready to participate actively in the electoral process at all levels. ECWA made the call in a communique issued […]

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said the presence of opposition political parties is not a threat to democracy. Makinde said this on Saturday in Ibadan, the state capital at a National Summit of Opposition Political Leaders, Themed “Safeguarding Nigeria’s Democracy: A National Dialogue”. The event was attended by prominent members of opposition political […] 2027: Opposition political parties not threat to democracy – Makinde

Chelsea hero, Ruud Gullit has refused to name Arsenal among the favorites to win the Champions League this season. The Gunners face Atletico Madrid away from home in the first leg of their semi-final on Wednesday. Mikel Arteta’s men are unbeaten in the Champions League this term. They beat their next opponents Atletico 4-0 and […] UCL: ‘I’m impressed’ – Ruud Gullit snubs Arsenal, names team to win trophy

April 25, (THEWILL) — The Nigeria Police Force has announced a key administrative update to its documentation process, naming Shehu Alao as the new official signatory for all Police Character Certificates issued nationwide. The announcement, conveyed through the official X (handle of the Police Specialised Services Automation Project (POSSAP), follows Alao’s appointment as Commissioner of […] The post Police Name New Central Registrar, Update Signatory For Character Certificates appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan calls for Kogi PDP reconciliation, urging leaders to unite aggrieved members and welcome defectors for the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/natasha-urges-kogi-pdp-to-reconcile-aggrieved-members/

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has explained why the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, was postponed. In an interview on SuperSport’s Soccer Africa, CAF’s acting Secretary-General, Samson Adamu, admitted it wasn’t an easy call, but the priority was making sure the teams get the best possible environment to play in. The WAFCON […] Why we postponed 2026 WAFCON – CAF

The Action Peoples Party, APP, Imo State Chapter under the interim leadership of Ernest Njesi, has conducted its Ward Congress across the 305 Wards in the State with emergence of newly elected Ward Chairmen and members of their Executive Committees. The Congress, according to the Spokesperson of the party, Cajetan Duke, represents a significant milestone […] Imo APP conducts ward congress elects executives