The City Boy Movement begins its South-South tour to bridge the gap between leadership and young Nigerians, empowering youth for nation-building. Read More: https://punchng.com/city-boy-movement-to-bridge-gap-between-leadership-young-nigerians-minister/

A 200-level female student of Bauchi’s Sa’adu Zungur University was attacked by suspected phone snatchers. The university confirmed the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/suspected-phone-thieves-attack-bauchi-varsity-female-student/

President Tinubu congratulates Nigerian-American basketball star Ejimofor Anosike on winning the NBL championship title and MVP award in China. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-congratulates-basketball-star-anosike-on-nbl-title-mvp-award-in-china/

Trump spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt announced her maternity leave ahead of the birth of her second child. The White House has not yet named a stand-in. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-spokeswoman-announces-maternity-leave/

Ibom Air donates 50,000 anti-malaria drug doses to Akwa Ibom State to fight malaria in pregnant women and children as part of its FAMPact initiative. Read More: https://punchng.com/ibom-air-donates-50000-malaria-drug-doses-to-support-health-drive/

Ondo State Police intercepted a child trafficking syndicate at a checkpoint, rescuing a 13-year-old girl. Suspects were arrested from a commercial bus. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-13-year-old-girl-intercept-child-trafficking-syndicate-in-ondo/

Lagos State reintroduces its monthly environmental sanitation exercise. To encourage compliance, the government will reward the cleanest local government. Read More: https://punchng.com/environmental-sanitation-lagos-to-reward-cleanest-lg-monthly-says-commissioner/

Ogun APC aspirant Muraina Banjoko refutes claims of stepping down for Senator Ibikunle Amosun in the Ogun Central senatorial race ahead of party primaries. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-apc-senatorial-aspirant-denies-stepping-down-for-amosun/

The trial of former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello, continued on Friday at the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, as the court dismissed an objection by the defence counsel and allowed the prosecution to proceed with its case. Bello is being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a 19-count charge […]

Kenya’s President Ruto praises the Dangote refinery in Nigeria, citing it as a key solution to decades of fuel scarcity and an example of African solutions Read More: https://punchng.com/kenyan-president-credits-dangote-for-ending-fuel-scarcity-in-nigeria/

Phew! What a weekend. Society weddings here and there and this right here is a VERY BIG ONE!!! Here is the gist: In what can best be described as a moment of celebration marked by grace and gratitude, the household of Alhaji Rasaki Akanni Okoya, CON of the famous Eleganza conglomerate, is aglow with double […]

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Victor Osimhen has been cleared to feature in Sunday’s intercontinental derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, Prompt News reports. The striker wore a protective arm brace during Galatasaray’s Turkish Cup defeat to Gençlerbirliği on Wednesday, prompting concerns from their rivals. Fenerbahçe lodged an official complaint with the Turkish Football Federation, arguing that [...]

An aspirant for the Nkanu East/Nkanu West Federal Constituency, Ernest Anene Onwa, has hailed the National Working Committee, NWC, of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, led by David Mark, for their courage which he said has made the party the preferred choice of well-meaning Nigerians. Onwa, in a statement on Friday, also congratulated members of […] You made ADC party of choice for well-meaning Nigerians – Reps aspirant hails Mark-led NWC

Victor Osimhen has been cleared for Sunday’s intercontinental derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. Osimhen played with a protective arm brace in Galatasaray’s Turkish Cup defeat to Gençlerbirliği on Wednesday. Fenerbahçe however filed a formal complaint to the Turkish FA, protesting that the protective gear could be dangerous to opponents. Their request was however turned down […] Turkey: Osimhen cleared to face Fenerbahçe in Istanbul derby

Obasanjo and Makinde host a pivotal summit in Ibadan uniting opposition leaders to strengthen democracy and tackle Nigeria's socio-economic challenges.

Rangers have received a timely injury boost ahead of the remaining fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. The duo of Ejike Ugochukwu and Patrick Mensah are back from their injury layoff. The duo’s return is a big motivation for Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side, who are pushing to win a ninth NPFL title. […] NPFL: Rangers get injury boost for title run-in

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno marks his 62nd birthday by gifting scholarships, jobs, and houses to the less privileged in orphanages across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-gov-marks-62nd-birthday-gifts-scholarships-jobs-houses-to-less-privileged/

According to the World Health Organisation, exposure to smoke from traditional cooking fuels contributes to over 800,000 premature deaths annually across the continent, with women and children bearing the greatest burden The post Without govt-backed authorisation, clean cooking carbon finance in Africa risks failing to scale, By Chudy Uwadiegwu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A man, 51, has pleaded with the court not to grant his wife’s divorce plea, stating that would automatically result in his premature retirement from all sexual duties. Francis Daka, pleaded with the Lusaka Boma Local Court, Zambia, for his marriage to be spared because in the absence of his wife, his manhood shrinks to [...]

A woman thought her fiancé was easing her family’s burden until one touch from her blind mother exposed a truth too dangerous to ignore before the wedding.

Senate President Akpabio's daughter, Iniabasi, stirred reactions with her pro-Tinubu video, showcasing support for the City Boy Movement ahead of the 2027 elections.

Former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton, has predicted Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Newcastle United on Saturday evening. Sutton also predicted Manchester United to play a draw against Brentford on Monday. Stating his predictions for the Premier League match-day 34, the former footballer also tipped Liverpool to beat Crystal Palace at Anfield. Sutton’s Premier League predictions, […] EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Man Utd vs Brentford, Arsenal vs Newcastle, others

PREMIUM TIMES reports that, months after assuming office, Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State flagged off the construction of the Type-2 PHCs across the state’s 260 wards. The post We’re spending N24 billion for 260 new PHCs in Enugu – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Iran on Saturday executed a man for carrying out a "mission" on behalf of Israel's spy agency during mass protests in January, the judiciary reported. The post Iran executes man over ‘mission’ for Israel’s spy agency appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayox Ojo Security operatives have successfully rescued a 70-year-old farmer identified as Pa Jonah Owobu of Uwalo Oke community in Uromi part of the state from kidnappers. The wife of Pa Owobu had reported to the police that her husband was missing on 21st April, 2026. She told the police that failed to return […]

The police said operatives rescued the victim on 18 April during a raid on the kidnappers’ hideout in a bush in Umuezeala Awuda Village, in Nnobi Community, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The post How kidnappers abducted electrician after luring him with job offers – Police appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

There have been growing attacks by kidnappers across Nigeria, with civil servants, business owners, politicians, and even students becoming targets lately. The post Police to launch new unit to fight kidnapping in Nigeria – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Agbonika received backlashes after a viral video showed him allegedly smiling while Egogo, also known as Eghogho, allegedly threatened political opponents and allegedly warned people not to return to Benin. The post Police Distance Edo CP Agbonika From Viral Video Remarks appeared first on Channels Television.

US immigration authorities arrested a 53-year-old Nigerian national in Los Angeles with a criminal record of child molestation and other sex offenses. Read More: https://punchng.com/ice-arrests-nigerian-man-with-child-molestation-record-in-us/

April 24, (THEWILL) — The Young Progressives Party (YPP) has fixed its presidential nomination fee at ₦50 million, as it unveiled a detailed timetable for its 2027 election primaries and national convention, while introducing targeted concessions to expand political participation among youths, women and persons living with disabilities. The decisions were reached at the party’s […] The post 2027 Race: YPP Sets ₦50m Presidential Fee, Announces Timetable, Expands Access For Youths, Women appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Nigeria’s EFCC has issued a stern warning to content creators and skit makers against using its name, logo, or likeness without approval to avoid prosecuti Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-warns-content-creators-against-unauthorised-use-of-name-logo/

Former minister and diplomat, Ambassador Bashir Yuguda, has pushed back against recent remarks by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, which suggested that the administration of former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan was defined by “inexperience,” describing the claim as inaccurate and inconsistent with Nigeria’s documented history. The post Jonathan’s legacy rooted in experience, results — Yuguda replies Atiku appeared first on Vanguard News.

April 24, (THEWILL) — The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has slammed FHT Mega Express Limited for abuse of court process, dismissing its ₦7.1 billion suit against Parallex Bank Limited in its entirety and awarding ₦500,000 in costs in favour of the bank, after finding that the action was riddled with forum shopping, concealment […] The post Court Slams FHT Mega Express For Abuse Of Process, Dismisses ₦7.1bn Suit Against Parallex Bank, Awards ₦500,000 Costs appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has cautioned individuals and content creators against the unauthorised use of its name, logo, uniforms and other official identity in skits and online productions. The anti-graft agency issued the warning after observing a growing trend of creators featuring the Commission in comedy and other digital content without approval. […] Content creators to face prosecution for using EFCC name, logo

Renewed Hope Labourers Network endorses Tinubu for a second term and Hamzat for Lagos governorship in 2027, citing the need for continuity in reforms.

Gombe State Government has approved the full implementation of the new national minimum wage for workers in the local government system across the state. The approval was conveyed by the Head of Civil Service, Prof. Mu’azu Shehu, on Friday 24th April 2026. The SSG said the approval covers staff of the 11 local government councils, […] Gombe approves full minimum wage for local government workers