Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to 30 years for sending military drones into North Korea, a move linked to his 2024 martial law decla Read More: https://punchng.com/skoreas-ex-president-bags-30-years-imprisonment-over-nkorea-drone-incident/

A new UN report indicates global refugee numbers decreased by 3% in 2025, the first drop in a decade. Learn more about the 41.6 million displaced people. Read More: https://punchng.com/global-refugee-numbers-drop-by-3-in-2025-un-report/

South Korea kicked off their World Cup campaign with a 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic, securing a strong start. Read about the thrilling match and Oh Read More: https://punchng.com/south-korea-beat-czechs-2-1-to-make-strong-world-cup-start/

The executive chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), Jerry Adams, says the Uba Sani administration is targeting a monthly Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of N20 billion as the ongoing fiscal reforms continue to boost taxpayer confidence and revenue performance. Adams stated this when he received a delegation from the Association of Non-Indigenes […]

Adamawa State government has launched a  10-year roadmap for the socioeconomic transformation of the state. The strategic development plan is designed to guide inclusive development, economic growth, social equity and environmental sustainability  through public planning, budgeting and investment coordination in the state. The plan focuses on five strategic pillars of security, governance, economy, human capital […]

Katsina State government, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)and with funding from the Government of Germany, has commissioned 152 mass housing units and other development projects in Jibia local government area. The projects are to rebuild livelihoods, strengthen resilience and promote peace. At the ceremony, the commissioner for Rural and Social Development, […]

"To bandits, kidnappers, and sponsors of terror: Surrender or face the full force of the Nigerian State. These windows of surrender will not remain open forever. No mercy will be shown to those who trade in the blood of Nigerians," the President said.

ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern warning to bandits, kidnappers and sponsors of terrorism across the country, urging them to surrender or face the full force of the Nigerian state. The President delivered the warning while addressing the nation’s security challenges in his Democracy Day message, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to restoring […] The post Bandits, Kidnappers, Sponsors of Terror: Surrender or face full force of State, Tinubu warns appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Mariam Eko The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has called on the Federal Government and the National Assembly to strengthen legal protection for critical electricity infrastructure, saying vandalism, sabotage and encroachment on transmission corridors continue to threaten power supply and investments in the sector. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of TCN, Engr. Sule Ahmed […] The post TCN seeks stronger legal protection for electricity infrastructure appeared first on Vanguard News.

South Korean court has sentenced former president Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison for sending drones into North Korea, a move prosecutors argued was aimed at creating a pretext for his disastrous martial law declaration in 2024. The Seoul Central District Court handed down the sentence on Friday. DAILY POST recalls that Yoon was […] Ex-South Korean President, Yoon sentenced to 30 years imprisonment

United States forces on Thursday shot down two Iranian drones that were attempting to strike commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. According to NBC News, an American official revealed this on Thursday with no other details provided on the targeted vessels or any damage resulting from the incident. “It appears Iran has attempted to strike commercial ships transiting […] US shoots down two Iranian attack drones

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has banned closely linked financial entities from extending loans or guaranteeing the obligations of one another without the bank’s prior approval. The apex bank disclosed this, yesterday, in its Exposure Draft on ring-fencing operations of closely linked entities in the Nigerian financial system. The apex bank stated: […] The post CBN bans linked financial entities from extending loans to each other appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu has praised the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for transforming a long-abandoned road project into a critical transportation corridor. He said the completion of the Airport Expressway-Kuje Township Junction Road demonstrated what can be achieved when leadership is matched with political will. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima […]

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has  called on all Nigerians to unite and work collectively to ensure the sustainability of the nation’s democracy. In a Democracy Day message through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor said the 27 years of uninterrupted democratic process in Nigeria was an indication  that the nation’s democracy […]

Famous Nigerian music star, Burna Boy and his Colombian counterpart, Shakira, have performed the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, “Dai Dai”. The duo performed at the opening ceremony of the tournament on Thursday at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on Thursday. The ceremony took place an hour after the opening match between Mexico and South […] 2026 World Cup: Burna Boy, Shakira perform at Opening Ceremony [VIDEO]

Kogi State government, in collaboration with Sightsavers, plan to reach more than 240,000 children aged between five and 14 years during the 2026 Schistosomiasis Mass Administration of Medicines (MAM) exercise across 39 wards in 15 local government areas. This was unveiled during a two-day state-level planning meeting convened on Wednesday by the Ministry of Health’s […]

Fellow Nigerians Today, we celebrate democracy and the enduring Nigerian spirit. For 27 unbroken years, since May 29, 1999, Nigerians have chosen their leaders through the ballot, witnessed peaceful transitions of power, and resolved disagreements in courtrooms and legislative chambers—not through violence. We have experienced the longest stretch of civilian rule in our history. Our […] The post Full text of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Democracy Day address on Friday appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has  welcomed the appointment of Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki Imam Fulani as the Ilorin Emirate Chief Imam. He congratulated on his choice in a statement signed by the deputy chief press secretary, AbdulRauf Agboola. The governor  commended the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari  on the choice of the 42-year-old […]

Fellow Nigerians Today, we celebrate democracy and the enduring Nigerian spirit. For 27 unbroken years, since May 29, 1999, Nigerians have chosen their leaders through the ballot, witnessed peaceful transitions of power, and resolved disagreements in courtrooms and legislative chambers—not through violence. We have experienced the longest stretch of civilian rule in our history. Our [...]

Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, has said Nigeria’s greatest asset is not its oil wealth or natural resources but its youthful population. Musa stated this in Kaduna during the inauguration of the Musawah for Youth and Development Initiative (MUSAWAH 4 Y-D), a platform established to promote youth empowerment, civic participation and grassroots mobilisation. Represented […]

Investigators have secured flight recorders from the private aircraft involved in the controversial Asaba roadway landing, crucial for the Asaba aircraft p Read More: https://punchng.com/investigators-secure-flight-recorders-in-asaba-aircraft-probe/

Inside the stadium, fans cheered as Colombian superstar Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy performed the tournament’s official song Dai Dai.

The Nigerian naira traded within a relatively stable range against the United States dollar on Friday, June 12, 2026, across both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 12, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The report said growth in developing economies was projected to drop to a post pandemic low of 3.6 per cent in 2026 from 4.4 per cent in 2025 before recovering to 4.2 per cent in 2027.

Nigeria and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen defence cooperation and enhance intelligence sharing between the two countries. In a statement, Queeneth Iheoma-Hart of the Ministry of Defence said the  MoU was signed by Nigeria’s minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello  Matawalle and Maj-Gen. Yousef Alhnaity, […]

A Nigerian official denies LPG exports despite rising domestic cooking gas prices and supply concerns, insisting a ban remains in force. Find out more. Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-official-denies-lpg-exports-amid-soaring-domestic-prices/

The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) has identified low public awareness, widespread misinformation and restrictive regulatory frameworks as major factors slowing the adoption of agricultural innovations across Africa. The senior manager for Programme Development and Commercialisation at AATF, Roy Mugiira, who spoke during a training of rrainers programme on stewardship for TELA maize in Kaduna, […]

By Jimitota Onoyume The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has fixed June 16 to June 25, 2026, for political parties to conduct primaries in the newly created constituencies in Delta State, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The constituencies are Warri South-West II, Warri North II, Aniocha North II, Ika North-East II, Sapele II and […] The post INEC fixes date for primaries in new Delta constituencies appeared first on Vanguard News.

With the African Democratic Congress, ADC, primary elections now over, attention has shifted to who becomes the running mate to the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Atiku had picked the current Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi as his running mate in 2019 and former governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa as […] 2027: Atiku faces tough hurdle in choice of running mate

He questioned Nigerians, noting that the ceremony was thrown to mourn their dear friend and colleague but some people came with the intentions to steal from them.

West Africa's largest airline, Air Peace, has expressed sadness over the circumstances that necessitated the evacuation of Nigerian citizens in South Africa, describing the situation as unfortunate and deeply concerning. The post Air Peace laments xenophobic attacks, backs evacuation of Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.

The federal government and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have intensified efforts on support systems for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). The government and the stakeholders are to develop more effective, survivor-centred interventions across Nigeria as preparations for the Global Fund Grant Cycle 8 (GC8) gather momentum. This is one of the outcomes of […]

Real Madrid and their new manager, Jose Mourinho are considering a move for Chelsea midfielder, Enzo Fernandez after reaching an agreement to sign Bernardo Silva as a free agent. Silva will officially be a free agent in July when his contract with Manchester City ends later this month. The Portugal international is all set to […] Transfer: Mourinho to sign Chelsea star after Bernardo Silva reach deal with Real Madrid

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has appointed new special advisers and reassigned several serving advisers as part of a strategic restructuring aimed at strengthening governance and enhancing service delivery across. According to a statement issued yesterday by the governor’s spokesman Sunusi Bature, Governor Yusuf also approved the scrapping of the Offices of Special Adviser on Domestic […]

Democracy Day offers Nigerians an opportunity not only to celebrate June 12 but also to assess how far the nation has progressed in strengthening its democratic institutions. Democracy is not merely the conduct of elections; it is a continuous process of strengthening institutions, expanding citizens’ rights, and improving governance. In that regard, Nigeria stands at […]

The United Nations Children’s Fund(UNICEF) has urged schools and educators to integrate play into teaching, saying it is essential for children’s cognitive development and improved learning outcomes. UNICEF’s education programme officer, Kano Field Office, Mustafa Shehu, stated this yesterday during the commemoration of the 2026 International Day of Play at Kuka Bulukiya Primary School in […]