Village heads in Jigawa State have called on the state government to formally recognise their roles through official employment, saying it would improve service delivery and strengthen grassroots administration. The appeal follows a recent increase in their monthly allowance from N2,000 to N10,000, approved by Governor Umar Namadi. Speaking after the development, the village head […]

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expanded his Hope for Digital Education initiative, distributing smart digital learning devices and core textbooks to public secondary school students across Lagos State. The move reinforces Lagos’ position as a national leader in digital learning. According to a statement by Elias Olawale, Public Relations Officer of the Lagos State Ministry of […]

Our Reporter A major crisis is looming in the Osun State House of Assembly as some lawmakers elected on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) who joined the Accord Party lately are planning to defect to the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). It was learnt that many of the lawmakers are not comfortable […] The post Crisis Looms In Osun House Of Assembly appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a four-day ultimatum to the federal government, demanding the immediate implementation of the newly – approved salary structure for lecturers or risk a nationwide industrial action. ASUU president, Christopher Piwuna, gave the warning on during an address at Sa’adu Zungur University in Bauchi State. He said […]

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has been granted temporary bail from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to attend the funeral of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, who passed away in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday. An aide to the former governor confirmed the release, saying it was […]

Local Government council chairmen elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the October 15, 2022, local government election in Osun State have commenced the grading and rehabilitation of rural roads across the 30 Local Government Areas and Area Office in the state. The chairmen said the move was to raise the […] The post Osun: APC Chairmen Commence Grading Of Rural Roads appeared first on OsunDefender.

Trust is one of the major legal tenders of marriage. Take away trust from marriage and what is left is carcass. Hypocrisy is another major drawback in marriage.  Both can cripple a marriage like a pack of cards. I am a reality TV person. Recently, I have been watching one programme on Facebook, The Honour. Some of […] The post Mortal betrayal and hypocrisy in marriage, by Francis Ewherido appeared first on Vanguard News.

The decision of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to return the majority of its national officers at its convention through consensus may, on the surface, appear to reflect unity and internal cohesion. However, beneath that carefully curated image lies a troubling contraction of democratic space within the party, it is one that raises fundamental questions about the […] The post APC’s closed consensus capsule, by Emmanuel Aziken appeared first on Vanguard News.

“The saying is true. One man sows, another man reaps. I have sent you to reap that which you did not labor for” John 4: 37/38 When my parents decided to leave downtown Ilesha for a new development on the outskirts of town, a cousin living with us at the time whom I called ‘Uncle’ because of […] The post Sowing for another to reap, by Muyiwa Adetiba appeared first on Vanguard News.

The ECOWAS Court's five-year plan initiative marks a significant milestone in the court’s efforts to strengthen regional justice delivery, enhance human rights protection, and uphold the rule of law. The post ECOWAS Court unveils five–year strategic plan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and state governors to support the re-election of committed members of the National Assembly. Abbas made the appeal in his remarks at the National Convention of the ruling All Progressives Congress(APC), held at the Eagle Square, Abuja Friday night. The […]

Justice O.A. Otamere of Edo State High Court sitting in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area of the State, had on Thursday, March 26, 2026 sacked the Mr. Sado.

Nigeria and South Africa have moved to deepen inter-parliamentary collaboration and strengthen democratic governance following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between key legislative institutions in both countries. The agreement, sealed on Friday at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies in Abuja, is aimed at boosting cooperation, facilitating knowledge sharing and […]

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has been released from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), according to his son, Bashir El-Rufai. The post Breaking: El-Rufai released from ICPC custody appeared first on Vanguard News.

Addressing party faithful at Eagles Square, Abuja, Tinubu framed the convention as a defining moment for both the ruling party and Nigeria’s democratic trajectory, warning against internal divisions that could undermine the APC’s long-term viability.

Nigerian music star, Ayra Starr has etched her name in global music history, clinching a landmark victory at the MOBO Awards. At the glittering 30th anniversary ceremony held March 26 at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena, the Afropop sensation was crowned Best International Act for the second consecutive year a rare feat that cements her dominance […]

The Aare Onakakanfo, Iba Gani Abiodun Ige Adams on Friday, appealed to the Ogun State government to evolve a strategy that will catapult the annual Olumo Rock celebration into a global tourism destination not only in the state, but in Nigeria. This is just as Adams also called for the decoupling of the Olumo Festival […]

Ekiti State government on Friday disclosed that it is currently making moves to further enhance operations at the state Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport and reinforce security across the state, saying this informed its intensified efforts to strengthen collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force. Governor Biodun Oyebanji , disclosed this during his working visit to the […]

The Chairman of Ado Local Government Area LGA, of Benue State, Sunny Oche, has revealed that the armed gang responsible for the abduction of nine worshippers at St. John’s Catholic Church, Ojije in Utonkon came from a neighbouring state. The post Kidnappers of Benue church worshippers came from neighbouring state – LG Chairman appeared first on Vanguard News.

The country has battled power outages in recent weeks, owing to lower generation. The post Power Supply Will Be Better, Tinubu Assures Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigerian athlete Uar Bernard is emerging as one of the standout prospects from the National Football League (NFL) International Player Pathway (IPP) programme, transforming raw athletic ability into a genuine opportunity to break into professional American football. Bernard’s rise is particularly remarkable given his unconventional sporting background. Unlike many elite athletes, he did not grow […]

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Friday said he and his allies are in talks with the Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, and other stakeholders in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), but insisted that the party’s convention must still go on. Wike made the disclosure while speaking with journalists during […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his profound condolences to the former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, following the death of his beloved mother, Hajiya Umma. Hajiya Umma passed away today in Cairo after an illness. President Tinubu described the late matriarch of the El-Rufai family as a mother who lived a remarkable […]

Pastor David Ibiyeomie's grand arrival at a UNIPORT crusade in a Tesla Cybertruck sparked debate on luxury lifestyles among clergymen. Social media reacts intensely.

The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam, has resigned from office, bowing out weeks after the State House of Assembly initiated impeachment proceedings against him. His resignation was confirmed on Friday in a statement issued by Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed, spokesperson of the Kwankwasiyya movement. “The Kwankwasiyya Movement hereby informs the public, the people […]

The commission said the adjustment followed concerns raised by political parties. The post 2027 Elections: INEC Extends Deadline For Party Membership Registers appeared first on Channels Television.

Emergency responders said a man was killed in Israel on Friday after the Israeli military reported missiles fired from Iran, as air raid sirens sounded in Jerusalem and explosions were heard from Jericho. The post One killed in Israel as army reports missiles fired from Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Oladele Israel Suspected hoodlums on Monday night reportedly launched an attack on the Egbedore Local Government Command of the Osun State Security Network Agency (also known as Amotekun in Awo, headquarters of the local government injuring personnel and allegedly carting away firearms. The disturbance was said to have started around 8:00 p.m. when a […] The post Mob Storms Amotekun Office In Osun, Injure Officers, Weapons Missing appeared first on OsunDefender.

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has been granted temporary bail from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The development is to enable him to attend the funeral rites of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, who reportedly died in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday. An aide to the former […]

Mr El-Rufai was a key supporter of Mr Tinubu in the build up to the 2023 presidential election and played a key role in ensuring that the latter emerged as the APC flag bearer. The post Tinubu, Ribadu commiserate with El-Rufai over mother’s death appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Chibuike Nwaiwu reacts after his debut in Super Eagles' 2-1 win over Iran. Eric Chelle replaces Bassey as Nigeria gears up for their next friendly against Jordan.

Since his election in 2023, Tinubu has initiated a raft of reforms, like the removal of the fuel subsidy and the unification of the country’s exchange rate, among others. The post Reforms: Tinubu Laying Foundation For Prosperous Economy, Says Uzodimma appeared first on Channels Television.

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is set to be released from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC). The development was confirmed by his son, Bashir El-Rufai on Friday evening in a post shared on his verified account on X. The post expressed relief and gratitude following the news of his father’s […] The post El-Rufai To Be Released From Detention After Mother’s Death appeared first on OsunDefender.

The South West zone of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has elected new members of its Zonal Working Committee, signaling renewed momentum ahead of the party’s national convention and the 2027 general elections. The elections took place at Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, during a well-attended Zonal Congress described by stakeholders as peaceful and unified. In […]

Woods, who was uninjured in the accident, was detained after the car he was driving clipped a truck and flipped over. The post Tiger Woods Arrested, Charged With DUI After Florida Crash appeared first on Channels Television.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has appealed the judgment of the Federal High Court in Lagos, which declared that the apex bank lacks the authority to dissolve the board and management of Union Bank of Nigeria. In the appeal filed before the Lagos Division of the Court of Appeal, the bank argued that the […]