A 5.2-magnitude China earthquake struck the Guangxi region, killing two people and causing 13 buildings to collapse. Over 7,000 people were evacuated. Read More: https://punchng.com/5-2-magnitude-quake-kills-couple-in-south-china/

Governor Seyi Makinde confirms 7 teachers were abducted and one killed in the Oyo school attack. Security agencies have arrested several suspects. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-school-attack-seven-teachers-abducted-one-killed-makinde/

At least 67 people, including soldiers and civilians, have reportedly been killed after suspected jihadist fighters launched a deadly attack on a Nigerien military engineering unit in Garbougna, near the Mali border. Security and local sources said the attack occurred on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in the Tillabéri region of western Niger, an area frequently […]

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned Nigerians against investing in unregistered online investment schemes being aggressively promoted on social media platforms, cautioning that many of them exhibit characteristics of Ponzi schemes. The warning was contained in a public notice dated May 8, 2026, and published on the Commission’s official communication channels. According to the […] The post SEC warns Nigerians against rising Ponzi schemes on social media appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria gained international recognition for successfully containing an Ebola outbreak in 2014 after an infected traveller arrived in Lagos from Liberia. The post Nigeria Tightens Surveillance, WHO Declares Emergency As Ebola Kills 88 In Congo appeared first on Channels Television.

The contribution of manufactured goods to Nigeria’s export basket has stagnated for four consecutive years despite a sharp rise in the country’s total export value, latest figures from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) have shown. The NBS data indicated that though total export value rose by 9.93 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to N85.13 trillion in 2025, […] The post Manufacturing export stagnates despite rising trade value  appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian naira traded with slight fluctuations against the United States dollar across the official and parallel foreign exchange markets on Monday, May 18, 2026, as demand pressure for forex persisted. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 18, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will discover their opponents for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers in a draw held in Cairo. Get the latest updates on the PAMOJA 2027 tourn Read More: https://punchng.com/eagles-to-know-2027-afcon-qualifying-foes-tuesday-2/

The leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State has called for restraint among members following protests that trailed the party’s House of Representatives primary elections in several constituencies. The appeal came after aggrieved party loyalists in Ayedaade, Obokun/Ori-Ade, and Ila federal constituencies rejected the outcomes of the primaries, alleging irregularities and imposition […] Osun APC leadership urges calm as election disputes arise

Former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Dr. Hussaini Suleiman Kangiwa, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress, APC, senatorial primary election for Kebbi North scheduled for May 18, 2026. Kangiwa announced his withdrawal in a letter addressed to the leadership of the APC, stating that the decision was taken in line with the […] Ex-lawmaker, Kangiwa withdraws from Kebbi North senatorial primary 

Four Nigerian soldiers sustained injuries after an improvised explosive device (IED) attack and a subsequent ambush by suspected terrorists along the Damboa–Kumala–Maiduguri main supply route in Borno State. Security sources disclosed that the incident occurred at about 11:45 a.m. at the weekend, approximately nine kilometres from Kumala Junction in Konduga Local Government Area. According to […]

Udinese manager, Kosta Runjaic, has praised Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, stating that the Nigerian is now the type of goalkeeper he desires. He characterized the Nigerian goalkeeper as an essential component of the club’s defensive structure. Okoye, who made the move to Udinese following a challenging period at Watford, has had a remarkable season, […] Serie A: ‘This is goalkeeper I want to see’ – Udinese boss, Runjaic hails Okoye

Love him or hate him, one undeniable fact about the former governor of Anambra State and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr Peter Obi, is that he represents what the ideal politician should be like and his ideological approach to partisan politics needs to be studied, practiced and imbibed by those […]

Last week, the Federal Government of Nigeria announced the exemption of admission seekers into Colleges of Education and Agriculture from taking the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME.  DAILY POST reports that the decision has been generating diverse reactions from stakeholders in the education sector. Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, had announced the decision at […] Mixed reactions trail FG’s exemption of Colleges of Education, Agriculture from UTME

President Bola Tinubu last week announced the appointment of Major General Adeyinka Famadewa (retired) as his Security Adviser on Homeland Security. While announcing the appointment, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, described Famadewa as a highly decorated retired general with over three decades of distinguished military and intelligence service spanning national […]

Desmond Elliot, a popular Nollywood actor-turned politician, has cried out over withdrawal of his security aides. Desmond, who is representing Surulere I constituency in Lagos State House of Assembly, made the allegation a few hours to the All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Assembly primary election on May 20, 2026. Speaking in a trending video on […] Desmond Elliot alleges intimidation, withdrawal of security ahead of Surulere APC primaries [VIDEO]

Michael Oyedokun, one of the kidnapped teachers of Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has been reportedly killed. DAILY POST reports that the gunmen invaded the school on Friday May 15 and abducted the principal, alongside other teachers and several students. The attack, which happened some weeks after a […] Bandits reportedly behead abducted Oyo teacher

By Udeme Akpan President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has reaffirmed his commitment to boosting food security across Africa through large-scale fertiliser investments, declaring that the continent has the capacity to feed itself and become a net exporter of agricultural products. Dangote made this known while addressing journalists in Gode, in Ethiopia’s Somali region, during a […] The post Fertiliser Plants: Dangote vows to ensure food security in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.

A chieftain of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, has hinted the possibility of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi and himself having a joint ticket in the 2027 general elections. Kwankwaso made this known on Sunday during a live appearance in an interview on Trust TV. He said that the ideologies of the Obidients […] 2027: ‘I believe so’ – Kwankwaso confirms joint ticket with Obi

In today’s difficult business environment, resilience is a very important skill. It is the valuable endowment of the leader who is dexterous, well-versed, and experienced. This leader is growth-oriented and has a purposeful mindset. He is courageous, consistently builds the internal strength of his organisation, and plans ahead of the success curve. He is always […] The post Resilience appeared first on Tribune Online.

A governorship aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Benue State, Dr Raymond Edoh, has defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) alongside some key political stakeholders in the state. His defection was announced over the weekend after the submission of resignation letters to the ADC National Secretariat in Abuja. The movement involved House […]

Ademola Lookman netted the winning goal in Atético Madrid’s slim 1-0 victory over Girona on Sunday. Atlético were in ascendancy from the first minute but had to wait until the 21st minute before Lookman hit target from Antoine Griezmann’s assist. It was the Nigeria international’s fourth league goal of the season. The 28-year-old was replaced by […] LaLiga: Lookman scores winning goal in Atlético’s victory over Girona 

Atletico Madrid goalkeeper, Jan Oblak, has revealed that teammate, Antoine Griezmann should have won a Ballon d’Or in his career. Oblak described the France international, who will leave Atletico Madrid in the summer for Orlando City, as a spectacular footballer. The Slovenia shot-stopper spoke to reporters after Atletico Madrid defeated Girona 1-0 in the LaLiga […] Ballon d’Or: ‘He’s spectacular’ – Atletico Madrid’s Jan Oblak names player that should’ve won award

I had reason to be at the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) not too long ago. As I was driving through the campus from the University’s main gate, I beheld an ugly sight. A herd of cattle shepherded by grubby herdsmen were grazing in a somewhat removed portion of the vast land mass that […]

The World Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Organisation has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider businessman and philanthropist, Abdussalam Abdulkarim Zaura, for a federal appointment, citing his humanitarian contributions and grassroots empowerment efforts. The organisation said Zaura’s commitment to improving the lives of ordinary Nigerians, particularly youths and women, had distinguished him as one […]

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Hon. Jeph Afam Ogbodo, has joined the Enugu East Senatorial Zone contest under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He promised to build on his people-driven legacy of service, empowerment and inclusive development. Ogbodo made the declaration in Abuja after obtaining his ADC senatorial nomination […]

The federal government has unveiled an ownership structure for the proposed Cooperative Bank of Nigeria that reserves the majority equity for cooperative societies and individual cooperators. Minister of state for agriculture and food security, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, said the development was a deliberate move to prevent the loss of cooperative identity that affected similar institutions […]

The Nigerian Navy has dismantled an illegally reconstructed refining cluster, along the Rivers–Bayelsa border, recovering about 8,500 litres of suspected petroleum products. The Director of Naval Information, Navy Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho, made this known in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. Folorunsho said that the operation was carried out by personnel of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH […] Nigerian Navy dismantles reconstructed illegal refinery

The rising cost of living has become the defining social and economic reality for the average Nigerian family. It is no longer a distant policy concern discussed only in government offices, economic forums, or newspaper headlines. It has become a daily struggle – in homes, markets, motor parks, workplaces, and classrooms. For millions of Nigerians, […]

Manchester United legend, Roy Keane, has slammed Amad Diallo following the club’s Premier League 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest on Sunday. Speaking on Sky Sports, Keane also lauded Diallo’s teammate, Bryan Mbeumo, for his brilliant goal against Nottingham Forest. Three goals from Luke Shaw, Matheus Cunha and Mbeumo ensured Michael Carrick’s side defeated the visitors at […] EPL: Keane blasts Diallo, hails Mbeumo after Man Utd’s 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest

The Depots and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) has responded to the latest Dangote Petroleum Refinery lawsuit against fuel import licenses, vowing to engage legal counsel, coordinating with affected member companies, and making formal representations to the relevant authorities on the matter. The association in a statement issued on Sunday said it respected […] The post DAPPMAN vows to counter Dangote’s fresh lawsuit on fuel import licences appeared first on Tribune Online.

Entrepreneurial activity in real estate is often viewed through the lens of profit margins, capital appreciation, and return on investment. While these remain important, they do not fully capture the broader potential of the sector. Real estate, when approached intentionally, can serve as a tool for transforming lives, strengthening communities, and supporting long-term economic development. […] The post Entrepreneurial Realities in Real Estate: Opportunities for Impact beyond Profit appeared first on Tribune Online.

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has defended the economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, saying they are already showing early signs of recovery and positioning Nigeria for long-term growth. Yilwatda said the ongoing policy measures, though challenging, are necessary to stabilise the economy, restore investor confidence, and […]

Tension erupted at Raddai Metropolitan School in Jalingo on Saturday evening as some youths reportedly attacked the member representing Jalingo, Yorro and Zing Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Sadiq Tafida. The youths were said to have accused the lawmaker of neglecting his constituency after winning the 2024 elections, alleging that he had […]

A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, has called on Nigerians to look beyond tribe and religion in the next year’s general elections. Kwankwaso made this call on Sunday in an interview with Trust TV while speaking on the 2027 general elections. He said the North and the Muslims cannot play politics without the […] 2027: We must look beyond tribe, religion – Kwankwaso

Atletico Madrid forward, Antoine Griezmann, on Sunday, begged the club’s fans to forgive him over his decision to join Barcelona back in 2019. The 35-year-old, who stated this during his final appearance at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano as an Atletico Madrid player, insisted that he made a mistake by joining the Catalan club. The Frenchman will […] LaLiga: Forgive me, I made mistake joining Barcelona – Griezmann begs Atletico Madrid fans