Timi Frank calls for due process and protection of rights for former governor Nasir El-Rufai in detention, urging a fair, non-selective fight against corru Read More: https://punchng.com/timi-frank-urges-fair-treatment-of-el-rufai-in-detention/

SERAP calls on INEC to investigate allegations that APC governors diverted N800bn from FAAC for political campaign purposes, threatening legal action. Read More: https://punchng.com/probe-n800bn-faac-diversion-for-campaign-funding-serap-urges-inec/

Nigeria’s NDLEA drug bust uncovers military-grade ammunition hidden in garri and thousands of tramadol pills concealed in a keg of red palm oil. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-uncovers-ammunition-hidden-in-garri-tramadol-concealed-in-palm-oil/

Adamu Abubakar, son of former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar, has won the APC House of Representatives primary for Chanchaga Federal Constituency. Read More: https://punchng.com/general-abdulsalamis-son-wins-apc-reps-ticket-in-niger/

The WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a global health emergency, citing cross-border cases and lack of specific vaccines. Read More: https://punchng.com/who-declares-ebola-outbreak-in-drc-uganda-global-health-emergency/

The Nigerian Naira has started the day with slight fluctuations against the United States Dollar, maintaining its recent trend of relative stability within the official and parallel markets. Early reports from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and informal trading hubs indicate that while demand remains consistent, the local currency is holding its ground following […] The post Black Market Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, March 17, 2026 appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, says it would not be tied to any godfather ahead of the next year’s general elections. The National Chairman of the party, Yusuf Dantalle, said this on Saturday during an interview on Arise Television. Dantalle also said that forming an alliance became necessary because the party leadership felt that with elections approaching […] 2027: We won’t be tied to any godfather – APM

New Chelsea manager, Xabi Alonso, has expressed happiness after he was appointed as the club’s new manager. Chelsea officially confirmed Alonso as the Blues’ new manager on Sunday morning. The former Real Madrid coach will begin his role on July 1, 2026, having agreed a four‑year contract at Stamford Bridge. Reacting, the Spaniard told the club’s website that […] EPL: What Alonso said after becoming Chelsea’s new manager

From emotional career confessions to conversations about beauty standards, relationships, and success in the entertainment industry, Nigerian celebrities have continued to dominate headlines with revealing personal stories and bold opinions. This week’s entertainment buzz captures the highs and struggles behind fame, as stars across Nollywood and the music scene opened up about career breakthroughs, industry […] The post The Buzz: Trending Entertainment News appeared first on OsunDefender.

Chelsea FC officially appoints Xabi Alonso as their new manager. The former Bayer Leverkusen coach signs a four-year contract starting in July 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/chelsea-appoint-xabi-alonso-manager-on-four-year-deal/

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, has reacted to the defeat of celebrity businessman, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, in the All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives primary election for Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency in Imo State. Cubana Chief Priest contested the APC ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections […] Seyi Tinubu reacts after Cubana Chief Priest loses APC ticket in Imo

This weeks Ìwòye Podcast discusses the Jigawa politician who died in kidnappers den; a doctor who almost got lynched in Ibadan and EFCC operatives visits to the University of Oyo Teaching Hospital. Click the link below to check it out! The post Ìwòye: Jigawa politician dies, doctor nearly lynched, EFCC visits Uyo hospital appeared first on Vanguard News.

Timi Frank, the former deputy spokesperson of the ruling All Progressives Congress, has demanded the immediate release of the former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, and other opposition figures, including businessman Tony Ayeni.  Frank made this demand in a statement on Sunday, alleging that there are plots to eliminate El-Rufai.  Recall that El-Rufai has been […] Timi Frank alleges plot to eliminate El-Rufai, Ayeni, demands their immediate release

A Fulani group, under the auspices of Concerned Amalgamated Fulani Association, has warned Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang to retract the recent shoot-on-sight order he gave security agencies in the state against anyone found destroying farmlands in the state. Mutfwang, worried at the renewed violence that has engulfed the state leading to the […] Shoot-on-sight order: Gov Mutfwang playing with fire – Fulani group blows hot

APC House of Reps primaries on May 17, 2026 produced winners like Abbas Tajudeen and Yusuf Buhari, while key figures including Julius Ihonvbere lost tickets.

The fixtures come after multiple failed attempts by Nigeria to secure high-level warm-up games before the start of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for 25 July The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons finally secure Senegal friendlies after preparation chaos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Read the morning recap: Obasa and Buhari’s son secure the APC reps ticket, Rivers Speaker declared winner, and other top political news from Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-obasa-buharis-son-secure-reps-ticket-apc-declares-rivers-assembly-speaker-loyalists-winners-other-top-stories-2/

The returning officer, Dan Islam, said Mr Abubakar polled 30,650 votes to defeat his closest rival, Nmaa Ahmed, who secured 1,271 votes. The post APC Primaries: Former head of state’s son wins Reps ticket appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Insincerity of Insecurity and the Propaganda Grounding It Nigeria’s war against terror suffers from two dangerous enemies.   One is the terrorist in the bush. The other is propaganda in the city.   The first kills with bullets. The second kills with deception.   When reports recently emerged that ISIS Deputy Commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki […]

Following a viral video, NAFDAC confirms BON Bread safety. Laboratory findings show preservatives used are within globally specified safe limits. Read More: https://punchng.com/bon-bread-safe-free-of-harmful-substances-nafdac/

Nigeria’s inflation rose to 15.69% in April 2026 as the Consumer Price Index hit 138.3 points, driven mainly by rising food, urban, and rural prices nationwide.

Edeh added that the radio platform would be jointly utilised by NMEC, the National Commission for Nomadic Education and other agencies responsible for out-of-school children education.

Remarkably, both goalkeepers will go head-to-head on the final day when Ikorodu City host Rangers International in Lagos. The post NPFL Golden Glove race goes to final day appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Henry Okojie has won the All Progressives Congress ticket unopposed for the Esan North East/South East Federal Constituency for the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/okojie-clinches-edo-apc-rep-return-ticket-unopposed/

Yari also stressed the importance of regional balance in Nigeria’s leadership structure, arguing that power-sharing between the North and South remains essential for political stability The post 2027: North-West Must Repay Tinubu For Southwest Support To Buhari appeared first on Channels Television.

The Nigerian government is launching a dedicated adult education radio station to broadcast literacy and vocational lessons to learners in remote areas. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-to-unveil-radio-station-for-adult-education/

Alonso rose to prominence as one of Europe's brightest coaches by guiding Bayer Leverkusen to an unbeaten German league and cup double in the 2023/24 season. The post Xabi Alonso Appointed Chelsea Manager On Four-Year Deal appeared first on Channels Television.

The results were announced on Saturday at the APC state secretariat in Kaduna by Yakubu Hosseini, chairman of the House of Representatives Primary Election Committee. The post Kaduna APC Primaries: Reps Speaker Abbas, ex-lawmaker Suleiman among winners appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Seyi Tinubu encourages celebrity socialite Cubana Chief Priest after his defeat in the APC primary election for a House of Representatives seat in Imo Stat Read More: https://punchng.com/seyi-tinubu-consoles-cubana-chief-priest-after-apc-primary-defeat/

The Police Command in Rivers has begun disciplinary proceedings on an officer ASP Ekawhe Thomas, over alleged negligence that led to a suspect’s escape from detention.

Samsung ends update support for Galaxy A13, A23 LTE, and M33 5G from May 2026, leaving users vulnerable. Upgrade for enhanced security and continued software support

A defier of averages (not a verse for Mark Nwagwu @89) Just One step before the Ninth Ninth floor defined only by grace Grace, as falls short Short, short of expectations Expectations of world bodies Bodies of proclamations Proclamators of life spans Spans of averages Averages of the negro Negro man of the Nigerian stock […] The post A defier of averages, By ṣọlá ọlọ́runyọmí appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

May 17, (THEWILL) — An aspirant for the Kano Central Senatorial District seat on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Mohammed Musa Zango, has denied rumours that he collected the sum of ₦500 million to withdraw from the race, describing the rumour as baseless. Zango made the denial while addressing his supporters […] The post Kano Central: Aspirant Zango Denies Collecting ₦500m Bribe, Says Rumour Baseless appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Kano State Censorship Board has suspended two Kannywood actors, Amina Uba Hassan and Adam Garba, for one year over an alleged indecent video. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-censorship-board-suspends-two-kannywood-actors-over-indecent-video/

There used to be a time when luxury meant designer bags, first-class flights, expensive dinners and elite resort centres. But nowadays, luxury may simply mean staying in bed on a Sunday afternoon with your phone set to “Do Not Disturb!” In a fast-paced world where everyone always seems busy, ‘doing nothing’, believe it or not, […]

Chelsea appointed Xabi Alonso as the club's manager on Sunday on a four-year deal with the Spaniard the latest coach tasked with turning around the club's fortunes. The post Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as coach on four-year deal appeared first on Vanguard News.