Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard will captain Norway at the FIFA World Cup. Discover the full squad, including Haaland, and their group stage opponents. Read More: https://punchng.com/arsenals-odegaard-named-norway-captain-for-world-cup/

DHQ reveals dislodged JAS terrorists behind Oyo kidnap. Also, Tinubu appoints new JAMB registrar and APC unveils gov candidates. Get the full morning recap Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-dhq-says-dislodged-jas-terrorists-responsible-for-oyo-kidnap-tinubu-appoints-new-jamb-registrar-other-top-stories/

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) predicts a mass exodus from the APC following a court ruling that voided parts of the INEC timetable for the 2027 ele Read More: https://punchng.com/court-ruling-on-inec-timetable-will-trigger-apc-exodus-adc/

Kano State Assembly member, Abdulmajid Mai Rigar Fata, defects from APC to NDC after failing to secure a return ticket. This Kano lawmaker defects amid a c Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-lawmaker-defects-to-ndc-after-losing-apc-return-ticket/

Islamic scholars and women rights advocates have declared that violence against women has no place in Islam. They insisted that the religion does not support the denial of food, education, healthcare or economic opportunities to women. The stakeholders spoke yesterday in Abuja at the national public presentation of the second edition of the WRAPA Khutbah […]

As Court Opens Door For Defection The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has welcomed the ruling of a Federal High Court in Abuja regarding the deadline for party primaries, among other matters. Recall that a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, nullified the revised timetable and schedule of activities issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission […] The post ADC Welcomes Court Verdict On INEC Regulation appeared first on OsunDefender.

A former Kano State governor and 2023 New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has dismissed claims that he is supporting President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 polls. He spoke on Wednesday night during an interview with Global TV, reacting to comments by Sunusi Bature, spokesperson for Kano State […]

Prof. Ayo Hammed of the Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan (UI), Oyo State, has been appointed director of the Counselling Institute of Nigeria. The institute is a professional body established by the Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON) to provide continuing professional development for counsellors and allied professionals. The appointment was conveyed in a letter […]

A former governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has stated that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has deviated from the ideals on which it was founded, warning that the idea of consensus arrangements could lead to internal crisis within the party. In an interview on State Affairs, a podcast hosted by Edmund Obilo, Fayemi […] The post APC Has Lost Its Bearing, May Implode – Fayemi appeared first on OsunDefender.

Chief Magistrate Adebayo Dupe of a magistrate court sitting in Ilorin, Kwara State, has ordered the arrest of the state commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Abbas Mohammed, over his failure to appear before the court in an ongoing assault case involving two NSCDC officers. Magistrate Dupe, on Wednesday, directed the Kwara […] The post Court Orders Arrest Of Kwara NSCDC Commandant Over Assault Case appeared first on OsunDefender.

The solid minerals minister says ongoing reforms in the mining sector are attracting investments in lithium processing, gold refining and local mineral value addition as the government intensifies efforts against illegal mining. The post Tinubu’s reforms reviving mining sector, attracting new investments – Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Gombe State Police Command has recovered 119 rounds of 7.62mm AK-47 live ammunition concealed inside a sack discovered along Kalshingi Road in Kwadon, Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area of Gombe State. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the discovery followed credible intelligence received by the […]

As Eid-el-Kabir celebration approaches, ram sellers in Kebbi State have lamented low patronage by residents. Our Correspondent who visited some major Kara markets in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital, yesterday, met sellers waiting for potential buyers. All the markets visited had rams brought in from different parts of the state. The rams were in different […]

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned in strong terms the attack on Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, describing the incident as barbaric. Recall that bandits broke into the school, killed the Vice Principal, Hassan Yakubu Makuku, and abducted 25 students. Reacting to the development, the PDP National […] Tinubu govt prioritizing politics over citizen’s safety – PDP  laments Kebbi school abduction 

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has warned the Federal Government against plans to phase out courses described as “irrelevant” in Nigerian universities, insisting that all academic programmes have societal and economic value. The union, through its Bauchi Zone, issued the warning during a press conference in Bauchi on Thursday, where it also highlighted […]

The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shuaibu said the Nigerian Army has expanded its air capabilities with the procurement of additional TP-2 drones and the enhancement of its aviation platforms for combat missions, as part of renewed efforts to improve operational efficiency against security threats nationwide. He reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to improving the […]

The sole Labour Party (LP) aspirant for the governorship election in Benue State, Dr Mathias Byuan, has described his inclusion in the governorship primaries’ list of Benue State by the All Progressives Congress (APC) as misleading and unauthorised. Byuan, in a press statement he signed yesterday, said he resigned his membership of the APC and […]

Hon. Abdulmajid Isa Umar Mai Rigar Fata defects from APC to NDC after losing his ticket, boosting party support in Kano. Former officials also join NDC.

Mikel Arteta explains his absence from celebration photos after the Gunners secured the Premier League title during a watch party at Sobha Reality Centre.

FIFA has confirmed Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema will perform a new World Cup anthem alongside LISA and Anitta at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles.

From the advancing sands of the Sahel to shrinking farmlands and vanishing forests, northern Nigeria has long been at the forefront of climate change. Communities that once depended on fertile soil, grazing routes, and reliable rainfall are increasingly confronting desertification, drought, deforestation, and the loss of livelihoods. What is the solution? One agency is offering […]

Nigerian actress Anita Joseph faces backlash as resurfaced marriage advice clashes with her current marital issues, igniting debate on social media.

A needless, extravagant ballroom. Questionable gifts, not least the 747-200B aircraft from the Qatari government.  An inane decision to add a blue protective coating to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington. These events increasingly point to the loss of sound mind.  The galloping profligacy and indulgence hardly stops there for the administration of President […]

Brazil superstar Neymar has suffered a fresh calf injury weeks before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, throwing his fitness into doubt after being in the squad.

Abia APC congratulates Chief Eric Opah on emerging as the governorship candidate. The party commends members for a transparent primary election. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-apc-lauds-members-as-gov-candidate-emerges/

As the federal government intensifies preparations to officially launch Nigeria’s nationwide Digital Switch Over (DSO) platform on June 17, fresh concerns have emerged over the transparency, legality and governance structure of the FreeTV initiative driving the country’s digital broadcasting transition. Broadcast industry stakeholders and media groups have raised concerns over what they describe as a […]

The UEFA Technical Observer Group on Thursday named Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers as the 2025/26 UEFA Europa League Player of the Season. This follows the conclusion of the competition on Wednesday night in Turkey. Recall that Aston Villa defeated Freiburg 3-0 to win this season’s UEFA Europa League. However, apart from Rogers, other players have won some individual awards. […] Europa League: All award winners after Aston Villa triumph

The group warned political actors against dragging Kano non-indigenes into what it termed “opportunistic political alliances” without consultation or broad-based acceptance.

Shareholders of BUA Cement Plc have officially approved a final dividend of N10 per ordinary share for the 2025 financial year, translating to a total cash payout of N338.64 billion to eligible investors. The approval was granted at the company’s 10th Annual General Meeting, held on Thursday in Abuja, where it also announced plans to […]

Abuja Investments Company Limited has announced plans to host the Abuja Business and Investment Expo 3.0 in Abuja as part of efforts to attract investors and stimulate economic activities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The company said the expo is designed to bring together policymakers, local and international investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to […]

The Nigerian equities market on Wednesday rebounded from the previous day’s decline, as renewed buying interest in select medium and large-cap stocks lifted investors’ wealth by N72 billion. The positive performance was driven by price gains in stocks such as Eunisell Interlinked Plc, Unilever Nigeria Plc, UAC of Nigeria (UACN), Zichis Agro Allied Industry, and […]

Al-Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, on Thursday set a new record in football after winning the Saudi Pro League with his club. Recall that Al-Nassr were confirmed champions following a 4-2 win against relegation battlers Damac. Ronaldo was on the scoresheet, as his brace helped Jorge Jesus’ side secure the title ahead of rivals Al-Hilal. His teammate […] Cristiano Ronaldo sets new record in football after winning Saudi Pro League with Al-Nassr

Stakeholders have warned that weak and costly transport links across Africa threaten to derail the economic gains promised by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which offers access to a single market of 1.4 billion people and a combined GDP of more than $3.4 trillion. Speakers at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport […]

Nigeria’s mining sector is drawing significant private investment as the federal government pushes local processing and industrialisation, Solid Minerals Minister Dele Alake said on Thursday. Speaking at a joint stakeholders’ sensitisation meeting organised by the Nigeria Revenue Service and the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development for the North‑Central zone, Alake said the investments reflect growing […]

Speaking, the Chairman of the NPC, retired Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, said the accord reflects a shared commitment by stakeholders to issue-based campaigns, political tolerance, respect for the rule of law, and rejection of violence, hate speech and electoral malpractice.

Form and fitness concerns are hanging over some of football's biggest names just three weeks before the World Cup kicks off. The post Five stars ready to light up the World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.