The Dangote petrol price has been hiked for the fifth time in March, reaching N1,275 per litre. This marks a cumulative 64.7% price surge this month. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-dangote-hikes-petrol-price-fifth-time-in-march-to-n1275-litre/

Former Army Chief Tukur Buratai claims that Boko Haram financiers are known to relevant authorities, who have reasons for not making their names public. Read More: https://punchng.com/boko-haram-financiers-are-known-says-ex-coas-buratai/

Abia Governor Alex Otti dismisses claims of disunity among South-East governors, stating different state priorities should not be mistaken for discord. Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-dismisses-south-east-governors-disunity-claims-urges-collaboration/

Anambra Governor Soludo clarifies his crackdown on native doctors, stating it targets criminals using tradition as a cover, not genuine practitioners. Read More: https://punchng.com/im-not-against-tadition-soludo-defends-crackdown-on-anambra-native-doctors/

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) to N1,275 per litre, marking the fifth upward review in March and signalling sustained instability in Nigeria’s deregulated downstream oil sector. The latest adjustment came barely hours after an earlier revision on Friday, when the price was raised to N1,245 per [...]

After years of conflict, Maiduguri had begun to breathe again. But on a recent evening, during the peaceful breaking of the Ramadan fast, explosions tore through the city, a stark…

Notable filmmaker and ANCOP president, Joe Akatugba has cautioned aspiring actors against chasing fame through cosmetic surgery, citing the tragic death of Elena Jessica after BBL complications. The post Death after BBL: Akatugba warns aspiring actresses appeared first on Vanguard News.

Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, and other nations condemn recent Israeli strikes on Syria, calling the attacks a blatant aggression and urging UN action. Read More: https://punchng.com/arab-nations-condemn-israeli-strikes-on-syria/

•Explains why he’s in politics •Say ‘election winners in Nigeria    will not win in their households     if elections were free and fair’ By Dickson Omobola Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, in the 2023 polls, Omoyele Sowore, in this monitored interview, spoke on his lawyer’s recent encounter with a judge in the court, where […] The post Sowore bemoans day judge told lawyer to ‘kneel down’ in court appeared first on Vanguard News.

Hubert Ogunde, the father of modern Nigerian Theatre Arts, passed away in the 90s, leaving behind a lasting impact on the industry. His contributions to Nigerian theatre continue to resonate with audiences, and many believe his exit created a void that remains unfilled. The post What stood my father out as a theatre legend —Hubert Ogunde’s son appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian actor Kayode Olasehinde, popularly known as Pa James in the hit TV series Papa Ajasco and Company, has shared details about his experience working with the show’s executive producer, Wale Adenuga. In a recent interview with podcaster Lucky Udu, Olasehinde credited his role as Pa James for elevating his career and noted that he [...]

Comedian and actor Freedom Atsepoyi, popularly known as Mr Jollof, has voiced his strong condemnation of the recent disturbing incident in Ozoro, Delta State, widely referred to as the “rape festival.” Videos circulating online showed women allegedly being assaulted and harassed during a local festival in Ozoro, sparking outrage across social media. Footage captured women [...]

•Says, it’s now a business venture •Recruitment into ‘Amotekun’ highly politicised •Why some govs, are against state police •Some politicians fuelling crisis among Yoruba monarchs By Dapo Akinrefon The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, in this interview, explains,  among other issues, why insecurity is creeping into the South West and how  ‘Amotekun’, the […] The post Why insecurity is creeping into Yorubaland – Gani Adams appeared first on Vanguard News.

Rising health concerns emerge in Nigeria over a blood transfusion ban among Jehovah's Witnesses, highlighting the potential risks to public safety.

“They call it ‘oso Soludo,’ that is the run by criminal native doctors. We have made this very clear over and over again that we understand traditional religion,” Soludo said.

A group under the banner of Lagos State Prominent Indigenes has called on the All Progressives Congress to reserve the state’s governorship position for qualified indigenous candidates in the 2027 elections, citing the need for fairness, equity and inclusiveness. The call was made during a technical committee meeting held on March 18, 2026, where the […] 2027: Lagos indigenes demand governorship slot from APC

On the eve of the state visit to the United Kingdom by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday, Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, was rocked by explosions from Boko Haram. Before this week’s bombings, the area had gradually regained its fame as the epicentre of suicide bombings, culminating in collateral deaths and monumental destruction of […]

Oyedepo described OOLI as a timely and strategic response to realign emerging leaders with transformative leadership traits.

The Amanyanabo of Elem Kalabari, Alhaji Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, has said that he found peace and personal discipline in Islam, describing his conversion as the outcome of a long intellectual and spiritual journey. Asari-Dokubo, also known as Da Amakiri Tubo, spoke with reporters on the final day of Ramadan, recounting his religious background, search for meaning, […]

Residents of Amasiri community in Afikpo local government area of Ebonyi State have petitioned the National Assembly, alleging widespread human rights violations linked to security operations in the area. In a petition dated March 11 and addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Abbas Tajudeen, and the House Committee on […]

US President Donald Trump has said that the Strait of Hormuz can open with a simple military maneuver. Trump said this on Friday while responding to questions from reporters at Air Force One. He said, “It’s a simple military maneuver. It’s relatively safe, but you need a lot of help in the sense of: you […] War: How Strait of Hormuz will open itself – Trump

A group, the Niger Delta Economic Justice Movement (NDEJM), has written to President Bola Tinubu, demanding for the review of the pipeline surveillance and security arrangements in the region. NDEJM, in an open letter to the president, a copy of which was obtained by LEADERSHIP Weekend in Port Harcourt, insisted that the review and decentralisation […]

Nigeria up to the time Goodluck Ebele Jonathan was in power was a very lovely and peaceful country that enjoyed enormous global respect. It was the real giant of the African Continent. It was a pride of the Black race, piloted by leaders of conscience. Leaders who led by example and protected the sovereignty of […]

The senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, has felicitated with Muslims in Nigeria on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, urging them to sustain the virtues of sacrifice, discipline and compassion imbibed during the holy month. In a statement, Alli described Eid-el Fitri as a significant spiritual milestone […]

“Most people know Nicky for his work as an actor and for the characters he brought to life over the years,” the statement continued. “In recent years Nicky has found his passion in painting and art.”

The Working People United (WoPU) has expressed confidence in the leadership and transformative policies of President Bola Tinubu, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. This position was made known by the group during a courtesy engagement with the chief of staff to the president, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, at the Presidential […]

Africa’s richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija, has urged women to remain steadfast and refuse to be discouraged by rejection, stressing that persistence, courage and faith are critical to achieving success. She said this on Friday at an event organised by Optiva Capital Partners to celebrate the International Women’s Day, held in Lagos, where industry leaders and […]

Amid the waste management crisis in Lagos State, Rite Foods Limited has partnered with RecyclePoints to recover over 750 tonnes of plastic waste annually to reduce environmental pollution, improve circularity in packaging use and stimulate grassroots economic activity. Speaking at the launch of the initiative at the company’s corporate headquarters in Lagos, Head of Corporate […]

Ogun State government has appointed Mrs Feyisara Bolarinwa-Adebowale as the new director-general of the Bureau of Public Procurement. She is succeeding the late Dr Adesina Olanloye. According to a statement by the state head of service, Mr Kehinde Onasanya, the appointment of the new director-general is in line with the extant Procurement Law (as amended). […]

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has pledged his commitment to religious harmony through equity, sensitivity and respect for all faiths. In his Sallah message, the governor reiterated his determination to ensure that no group feels marginalised in policy, programmes and development initiatives in the state. While congratulating the Muslim faithful through a release made […]

Nigerian Army reaffirms commitment to proactive operations to dismantle criminal and extremist networks, protect civilians, and uphold law and order across the country.

Nigerians would have to face another round of premium motor spirit (petrol) nationwide price hike after Dangote Refinery, on Friday, announced yet another gantry price increment, the fourth time in March 2026 and since the Iran-United States-Israel war escalation. The 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery in a circular to marketers said it has adjusted its pump price upward […] Nigerians face tougher time as Dangote Refinery announces fresh fuel price increase

The newly launched South West Independent Campaign Movement (SWICAM), has said it is working hard to ensure that the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the forthcoming gubernatorial election, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, gets at least 1.5 million votes at the polls. The group said such a feat is possible if a non-party strategy of […]

Vice President Kashim Shettima and the Borno State governor, Prof Babagana Zulum, joined thousands of Muslim faithful yesterday to observe the Eid prayers at Ramat Square, Maiduguri. The two-unit prayers were observed peacefully on Friday at the main Eid ground and other prayer grounds across the state under tight security, marking the end of the […]

Borno State governor, Prof Babagana Zulum, on Thursday night visited victims of  the Monday evening triple suicide bomb attacks in Maiduguri to console them. The governor who visited the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) and the State Specialist Hospital where the suicide bomb victims were receiving medical attention, described the attacks as sad disaster […]

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a suspected member of the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State. A counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, made this disclosure on X According to Makama, troops of 25 Brigade in collaboration with members of […] Troops arrest suspected ISWAP member in Borno