Roberto De Zerbi insisted Tottenham Hotspur are still fighting to avoid relegation. This is as he urged the players and supporters to ignore “negative” narratives surrounding the club’s position, SkySports reported on Friday Spurs remain two points from safety despite securing their first Premier League win of 2026 last weekend against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Their situation Read More: https://punchng.com/tottenham-not-yet-relegated-says-de-zerbi-ahead-of-villa-clash/

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has said journalist Bagauda Kaltho was killed by the military junta during Nigeria’s military era. Kaltho, known for his investigative reporting, went missing between late 1996 and early 1997 under the regime of former Head of State, Sani Abacha. His disappearance has remained a subject of controversy, with calls over Read More: https://punchng.com/military-junta-killed-journalist-bagauda-kaltho-kaduna-gov/

Days after a police officer shot dead her handcuffed son in broad daylight in Effurun, Delta State, the mother of musician Oghenemine Ogidi has demanded that all four officers present at the scene be put to death the same way. Ogidi, known by his stage names Mene and OG Millan, was 28 years old when Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-musicians-mother-wants-officers-killed-same-way-her-son-died/

The Nigerian Air Force conducts precision airstrikes under Operation HADIN KAI, destroying terrorist strongholds and neutralizing fighters in the North-Eas Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-airstrikes-destroy-terrorist-base-in-north-east/

Two Nigerians have been arrested by police in India over alleged involvement in drug trafficking. According to The Times of India on Friday, the suspects were apprehended in South Delhi’s Maidan Garhi following a targeted police operation. Police authorities said the arrests were made after “specific intelligence” was received on April 27, indicating that two Read More: https://punchng.com/two-nigerians-arrested-in-india-over-drug-trafficking/

A celebrity boxing match between Carter Efe and Portable ended in a unanimous decision victory for Efe on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The bout, part of the Chaos in the Ring 4 event, followed weeks of public exchanges between both entertainers. Portable entered the contest as the […]

Suspected bandits on Saturday morning attacked a Police Mobile Force camp in Tenebo community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing no fewer than three officers and leaving two others injured. ‎The attack, according to reports, was said to have happened in the early hours of Saturday morning, throwing the community into panic as […] The post Bandits Attack Police Camp In Kwara, Kill Officers appeared first on OsunDefender.

According to a statement, the government described his death as “sudden” and after a "brief illness". The post Benue Head Of Service Agbogbo Ode Is Dead appeared first on Channels Television.

  Former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, is set to defect from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) next week. Spokesperson for the movement, Habibu Mohammed, disclosed this to TheCable on Friday night, noting that consultations with the NDC are at an advanced stage, with only minor details left to […] The post Kwankwaso, Obi to Join NDC — Kwankwasiyya Movement appeared first on OsunDefender.

Kun Khalifat FC head coach, Obinna Uzoho has declared his team’s readiness for battle against Kano Pillars, DAILY POST reports. The modest side will host the four-time champions in a matchday 36 encounter at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri on Sunday. Both teams will be desperate to secure maximum points as they fight for survival […] NPFL: Kun Khalifat ready for Kano Pillars test – Uzoho

The Nigerian Army has sanctioned a soldier deployed under Operation Hadin Kai in the North-East for allegedly spreading misleading information about the quality of food provided to troops on the frontlines. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force North-East, Lt. Col. Sanni Uba, said an internal investigation […]

Carter Efe triumphed over Portable by unanimous decision, winning millions in a thrilling boxing match at Chaos in the Ring 4, igniting social media reactions.

Kwara State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against kidnapping and violent crime, arresting 16 suspects and recovering firearms, ammunition and other items linked to criminal operations across the state. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on May 2, 2026, on the official page of the Kwara State Police […] Police storm kidnappers’ hideout, arrest 16 suspects, recover 98 rounds of ammunition in Kwara

United States President Donald Trump has disclosed that he would increase tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union, EU, to 25 percent. Trump made this known on Friday in a post on his Truth Social, accusing the EU of not complying with fully agreed trade deal. According to him, the tariffs would […] Trump slaps 25% tariff on cars from EU

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  Former Edo State Governor, Oserheimen Osunbor, has accused the All Progressives Congress-led Federal Government of attempting to weaken opposition parties across Nigeria. Osunbor made the allegation on Friday during an appearance on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television. He spoke while reacting to what he described as the ruling party’s actions towards opposition […] The post APC Doing Everything To Destroy Opposition — Osunbor appeared first on OsunDefender.

The ministry stressed that Nigerian missions abroad are currently not recruiting and warned the public not to fall victim to the scam. The post FG warns Nigerians against fake diplomatic recruitment scams. appeared first on Vanguard News.

A US appeals court on Friday temporarily halted mail delivery of mifepristone, the medication used in the majority of abortions in the United States, although a company distributing the drug said it would appeal the ruling in the Supreme Court. A three-judge panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals delivered the order in a Read More: https://punchng.com/us-appeal-court-halts-mail-delivery-of-abortion-pill/

In the store, audiobook tablets called "story tiles" line the shelves, ready to be inserted into a player for listening through headphones. The post ‘Bookless Bookstore’: Audio-Only Book Shop Opens In New York appeared first on Channels Television.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Abia State chapter, has backed the decision of the party's Board of Trustees led by Senator Adolphus Wabara to fill the leadership gap in the party following Thursday's Supreme Court's judgment that voided the 2025 Ibadan Convention. The post S’Court judgment: Abia PDP backs BoT’s take over of party appeared first on Vanguard News.

Popular Nigerian streamer, Carter Efe, has defeated controversial singer, Portable in a highly anticipated celebrity boxing match. Carter Efe defeated Portable on Friday in a boxing match held at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos to win the N50 million prize. The streamer won the fight after the third round. Following his victory, Carter […] Carter Efe defeats Portable in celebrity boxing fight, wins N50m prize [VIDEO]

A couple of weeks ago, I left home early for an appointment on a Friday afternoon. Being mindful of Muslim Jumat prayers, I wanted to beat the traffic, but the rush at the Kado-Life Camp roundabout had other plans. A broken-down truck had brought everything to a crawl. I stayed on the left lane, heading […]

The stage is set for a tense, high-stakes showdown in Ikenne as Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, prepare to lock horns with Malawi in the first leg of the final qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The crucial encounter will take place on Saturday (Today), May 2, 2026, at […]

Ahead of their pivotal Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2026 Sahara Conference matchup against Club Africain this weekend, Maktown Flyers star Jawad Adekoya has pinpointed the key areas his team must sharpen to get back to winning ways. The Nigerian champions have struggled so far, managing just one win in three games, and are eager to […]

Benue State Government has announced the death of its Head of Service, Agbogbo Ode. Ode passed away on Saturday following a brief illness. A statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Serumun Deborah on Saturday, described the late Ode as a seasoned technocrat and a respected authority in public service, whose sudden demise […] BREAKING: Benue Head of Serivce, Agbogbo Ode is dead

If you choose to travel, you should be aware of where fans will congregate, how to participate in festivities, especially before and after matchday games. The post 2026 FIFA World Cup: Top fan-friendly places to visit beyond stadiums appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced that the playoff round of this year’s President Federation Cup will commence on Wednesday, May 6, marking the long-awaited start of the country’s oldest domestic football competition. Following the conclusion of State FA Cup tournaments nationwide where both winners and runners-up earned their spots the NFF has […]

The key failure of the post-colonial state in Africa – transcending both ideology and individual personality – is a refusal to grasp the importance of succession planning. This failure haunts every sector, from politics to the economy, to the very way our society is held together. Without a plan for the future, there is no [...]

Austin Okai, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has called out the party’s frontline presidential aspirant, Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso for keeping mum on the Supreme Court judgement. DAILY POST reports that the duo have maintained silence since the apex court ruled on the leadership crisis rocking the party. Top leaders of […] Okai questions Obi, Kwankwaso’s silence on S’Court judgement amid reported NDC move

While Super Eagles' Sadiq’s rise has caught attention, Duro’s contributions this season remain difficult to overlook The post Valencia Coach considers Sadiq Umar–Hugo Duro strike partnership against Atlético Madrid appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Kwankwasiya Movement confirms Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso will leave ADC for NDC, backed by Kano stakeholders, amid internal disputes ahead of the 2027 elections.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has said that with the outcome of the judgement of the Supreme Court, restoring the leadership of Senator David Mark, its focus is now on winning the 2027 general election. The ADC chairman-elect in the state, Dr Chukwudi Dimkpa, who disclosed this while speaking with newsmen in […]

The war, launched by the United States and Israel in late February, has been on hold since April 8, with one failed round of peace talks having taken place in Pakistan since then. The post Iran military official says renewed war with US ‘likely’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Organised Labour in Cross River State has called on state and federal governments to take urgent steps to address insecurity, unpaid entitlements and stalled promotions. The call came during the 2026 Workers Day celebration held on Friday at the UJ Esuene Stadium in Calabar, where Governor Bassey Otu also outlined his administration’s ongoing interventions […]

The airline said a circulating social media video alleging that passengers were left stranded without communication or care “does not accurately reflect the full circumstances surrounding the disruption.” The post Air Peace Clarifies Gatwick–Lagos Flight Disruption appeared first on Channels Television.

A group, the Fair Representation Initiative for Edo South (FRIES), has released its first assessment update on the 2027 Edo South Senatorial race, highlighting concerns over long-standing marginalisation of some local government areas while identifying key performance indicators shaping the contest. In its report on Friday, the group drew attention to what it described as […]