US diplomat Marco Rubio meets with Qatar’s Prime Minister to discuss US-Qatar relations, regional security, and await Tehran’s response on a peace proposal Read More: https://punchng.com/rubio-meets-qatari-pm-as-us-awaits-iranian-response/

A 25-year-old Kebbi man, Idrisu Musa, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his elder brother and his wife with a cutlass while they were asleep. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-man-murders-elder-brother-wife/

The APC screening for the 2027 elections saw 14 governors assessed, along with President Tinubu’s challenger, but Rivers State Governor Fubara was absent. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-fubara-missing-as-apc-screens-14-govs-tinubus-challenger/

Former Chelsea star Victor Moses interacts with supporters in Lagos during the club’s first official fan engagement event in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/moses-thrills-chelsea-fans-in-lagos-visit/

Heavy security marks the All Progressives Congress screening for 98 Rivers Assembly aspirants at the party’s secretariat in Port Harcourt. Read More: https://punchng.com/heavy-security-as-apc-screens-rivers-assembly-aspirants/

A Taraba corps member builds an innovative eco-friendly toilet using 3,500 recycled plastic bottles to promote sustainability and solve sanitation issues. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-i-constructed-eco-friendly-toilet-taraba-corps-member/

See the full list of the 12th AMVCA winners. Linda Ejiofor secures two awards, Bucci Franklin wins Best Supporting Actor, while Funke Akindele loses out. Read More: https://punchng.com/amvca-ejiofor-franklin-shine-as-funke-akindele-loses-out/

The Oyo State Government issues a sun exposure warning, advising residents to stay hydrated and seek shade as temperatures are expected to rise. Read More: https://punchng.com/avoid-prolonged-sun-exposure-oyo-cautions-residents/

The Nigerian government okays N4bn to settle allowances for stranded Nigerian scholars abroad following outcries over prolonged nonpayment and hardship. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-okays-n4bn-to-settle-stranded-nigerian-scholars-allowances/

Bishop Osazee Williams clarifies his stance on Pastor Adeboye’s marriage advice, stating there is no rift and his comments were to expand understanding. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-rift-with-adeboye-over-marriage-advice-bishop/

Tensions rise in Osun after an Accord Party member’s son is killed. Gov. Adeleke’s and Oyebamiji’s campaign teams trade accusations over the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/accord-members-killing-adeleke-oyebamiji-camps-trade-blame/

Lagos Assembly Majority Leader Noheem Adams declares his intention to seek re-election in 2027, vowing continuity and support for President Tinubu. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-assembly-majority-leader-seeks-re-election/

Explore a decade of FWA Footballer of the Year award winners, from N’golo Kanté’s dominance to Bruno Fernandes’ creativity. See the full list here. Read More: https://punchng.com/from-bruno-fernandes-to-ngolo-kante-past-winners-of-football-writers-association-award/

BBNaija star Queen Atang turns heads at the AMVCA 12 red carpet with a stunning bread outfit, an intentional nod to her food business empire. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-bbnaija-queen-stuns-in-bread-outfit-at-amvca-12/

Beloved, we mentioned the efficacy of the grace of God in our last edition. Today, we’ll  consider strangers in our lives and how to overcome them. First, we want to attempt to define what can be referred to as a stranger in one’s life. Here we aren’t talking about visitors or strangers that visit and leave.  […] The post Subdue the stranger with your voice, by Funmi Komolafe appeared first on Vanguard News.

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, AMVCA, lit up Lagos on May 9, 2026 Saturday night as some of Africa’s biggest actors, filmmakers, and entertainers gathered to celebrate excellence in film and television. The glamorous event, which has become one of the continent’s most prestigious entertainment awards, saw major productions including […] The post AMVCA 2026: Uzor Arukwe, Linda Ejiofor, Uche Montana, others headline winners list appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State has generated a massive ₦504 million from the sale of nomination and expression of interest forms ahead of the 2027 Edo State House of Assembly election.

By John Edema Okotie-Eboh Nigeria’s economic foundation did not emerge by accident. It was built by visionary leaders who understood that political independence without financial sovereignty would remain incomplete. Among those architects stands Chief Festus Okotie-Eboh — a statesman whose contributions to Nigeria’s financial infrastructure remain profound, yet insufficiently recognised. As Federal Minister of Finance in […] The post Immortalising Festus Okotie-Eboh: A Call for Historical Justice appeared first on Vanguard News.

The 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) lit up Lagos on May 9, 2026, as the continent’s finest filmmakers, actors, and digital storytellers were honoured at a star-studded ceremony held at Eko Hotel and Suites.

A fresh wave of attacks by Al-Qaeda-linked jihadist fighters in central Mali has killed dozens of people, according to local and security sources. Read More: https://punchng.com/dozens-killed-in-central-mali-fresh-attacks-official/

Former President Goodluck Jonathan is still a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), according to the faction of the party led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki.

Nigeria's Super Falcons will travel to the United Kingdom later this month for a short training tour as preparations continue for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The post Super Falcons head to UK for 2026 WAFCON preparations appeared first on Vanguard News.

Super Eagles striker, Paul Onuachu has been heavily linked with a transfer away from Trabzonspor in recent months. The post Trabzonspor slap €15m price tag on Onuachu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Comedian Bovi Ugboma takes a light-hearted jab at actor Kunle Remi during the 12th AMVCA, referencing a recent debate about the awards. Read More: https://punchng.com/youd-know-if-you-had-one-bovi-teases-kunle-remi-over-amvca-oscar-comparism/

The APC and PDP have gained over half a billion as President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar are setting for a rematch in the 2027 elections.

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja As part of efforts to promote SMEs and strengthen support for operators in the informal sector, Unity Bank has continued to empower small-scale traders and shop owners across Nigeria through its initiative called Shop Collateralised Facility, SHOCOF. SHOCOF is an innovative loan product, and Unity Bank has disbursed over N500 million [...]

All passengers and some crew will disembark the virus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius in Tenerife, according to operator Oceanwide Expeditions on Saturday. Read More: https://punchng.com/passengers-to-disembark-virus-hit-cruise-ship-cruise-operator/

By Tony Obiechina The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) has denied media reports to the effect that the Federal Government issued a “six-month ultimatum” to the World Bank.The rebuttal was contained in a statement issued by the Director of Press and Public Relations in the Office of the Accountant General of the [...]

Israel carried out strikes across Lebanon on Saturday, killing at least nine people in the south according to authorities, with raids also targeting a highway not far from Beirut outside of Hezbollah's traditional strongholds. The post At least 9 killed as Israel pounds Lebanon despite truce appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, AMVCA, went down last night at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos in a blaze of glory, with Nollywood stars stealing the spotlight.   The post Night of Glamour: Linda Ejiofor, Uzor Arukwe, Uche Montana Shine at AMVCA 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Speaker of the House, Abbas Tajudeen, has declared his intention to seek re-election in 2027 for a fifth consecutive term, rallying massive support. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-speaker-abbas-declares-bid-for-fifth-term/

Police in Kebbi State have arrested a 25-year-old man for allegedly killing his elder brother and the brother’s wife with a cutlass in their home. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-kills-elder-brother-wife-in-kebbi-village/

Malami said his ambition is driven by service, accountability, and sustainable development. The post 2027: Former AGF Malami Picks Kebbi ADC Governorship Form appeared first on Channels Television.

In one of the biggest moments of the 12th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards held on May 9, 2026, the critically acclaimed drama My Father’s Shadow emerged winner of the prestigious Best Movie category, cementing its place among the most celebrated African films of recent years.

Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk reflects on the team's fourth consecutive title, as Victor Osimhen’s brace leads a comeback victory over Antalyaspor in Istanbul.

A PDP governorship aspirant, Usman Adamu, declares the PDP Bauchi chapter is the strongest party and will be victorious in the 2027 elections despite defec Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-remains-strongest-party-in-bauchi-gov-aspirant-declares/