The Edo State government reaffirms its promise to resolve the Oke Oroma land dispute, vowing to return the land to indigenes after layout completion. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-to-return-disputed-land-to-community/

The BRACED Commission states target the blue economy and manufacturing to boost the South-South economy, aiming for job creation and sustainable growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/s-south-states-target-blue-economy-manufacturing-for-regional-growth/

For the first time, Kano witnesses three separate Eid prayers led by Sanusi, Bayero, and Kwankwaso, highlighting deep political and royal divisions. Read More: https://punchng.com/sanusi-bayero-kwankwaso-hold-separate-eid-prayers-in-kano/

Nigerian gospel singer Judikay announces the birth of her second child, Shekinah, sharing her joy after previously experiencing a heartbreaking miscarriage Read More: https://punchng.com/pictorial-gospel-singer-judikay-welcomes-second-child/

Netizens demand justice following viral allegations of sexual assault against women at a Delta community festival. Police are investigating the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-raping-women-netizens-demand-justice-over-assault-claims-at-delta-community-festival/

An Islamic cleric urges Nigeria’s political leaders to use the nation’s resources judiciously to ensure development, transparency, and people-centred polic Read More: https://punchng.com/use-nigerias-resources-judiciously-cleric-urges-political-leaders/

The Presidency has clarified that Nigeria will not accept foreign deportees under the recently signed migration agreement with the United Kingdom, stressing that the arrangement applies strictly to Nigerian citizens without legal status in the UK. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, disclosed this in a statement shared via […]

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says Tower T99 along the Ughelli/Benin 330 kilovolt (kV) transmission line collapsed as a result of vandalism. The post Vandals knock down tower T99 along Ughelli/Benin 330KV transmission line appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Manchester United and Chelsea goalkeeper coach Silvino Louro has passed away at the age of 67. The devastating news was announced by Real Madrid – where he spent three years – in a statement on Thursday evening. Silvino Louro was Mourinho’s goalkeeping coach across two decades during his time managing Porto, Chelsea, Inter Milan, […]

The League of Nigerian Columnists (LNC) has announced plans to hold its first quarterly meeting of 2026 to examine the implications of the ongoing public and legal discourse surrounding the…

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to uphold unity, peace, and the enduring values of Ramadan as Muslim faithful across the country celebrate the Eid-el-Fitr festival with prayers and reflection. The post Eid-el- Fitr: Tinubu calls for unity, peace, lasting Ramadan values appeared first on Vanguard News.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Friday that US-Israeli strikes had killed their spokesman Ali Mohammad Naini. Naini “was martyred in the criminal cowardly terrorist attack by the American-Zionist side at…

Niger Tornadoes have been rewarded with a cash gift of N2 million for their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, rescheduled matchday 26 victory over Rivers United. The Sai Masu Gida defeated Rivers United 1-0 at the Bako Kontagora Stadium on Thursday. Terdoo Shimagande grabbed the goal that earned Niger Tornadoes maximum points in the game. […] NPFL: Niger Tornadoes get cash reward for Rivers United win

Alhaji Mouktar Muhammed, Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Association (FCT FA), has extended his warmest felicitations to Muslims nationwide and globally on the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr. Alhaji Mouktar described Eid as a time embodying the enduring values of compassion, unity, sacrifice, and gratitude. He highlighted it as an opportunity for individuals and […]

In a surprising turn of events, Jadon Sancho has expressed a willingness to return to Borussia Dortmund, a move that Manchester United are reportedly open to facilitating. With his future at Old Trafford appearing increasingly uncertain, the club is considering options for the forward, who has struggled to find his form since joining in 2021. […]

The operatives of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in the nation’s capital , Abuja is set to implement the restriction of articulated vehicles during peak period of commuters movement…

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede felicitates with Muslims on Eid-el-Fitr, urging them to uphold Ramadan’s values of discipline and anti-corruption for a better Read More: https://punchng.com/eid-el-fitr-efcc-boss-urges-muslims-to-uphold-discipline-anti-corruption-values/

Read Eid-el-Fitr messages from Nigerian leaders Araraume, Sani, and Makarfi as they call for national unity, peace, and compassion after Ramadan. Read More: https://punchng.com/eid-el-fitr-araraume-sani-makarfi-call-for-unity-peace/

Yet, Nigeria’s federal competition has largely been administrative rather than economic. Political rivalry is intense, but genuine competition to build productive economies, attract investment, and develop industrial capacity remains limited. A federation designed to function as a multilevel and multiparty system has gradually constricted into one that increasingly resembles a unitary structure dominated by a […] The post Nigeria’s federalism: Designed for competition, trapped in administrative rivalry, By Dipo Baruwa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Israel Football Association (IFA) has been found guilty of multiple breaches of its obligations as a FIFA Member Association, leading to sanctions imposed by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee. The decision follows a proposal by the Palestinian Football Association (PFA) at the 74th FIFA Congress and a subsequent mandate from the FIFA Council to investigate […]

March 20, (THEWILL) — Peller’s management has addressed allegations that the TikToker made an unauthorized visit to the Benin Kingdom’s palace in Edo State, saying the trip was formally arranged and intended to promote Nigerian culture. In an official statement released on March 19, the team explained, “We submitted a request letter to the palace […] The post Peller’s Management Explains Palace Visit, Apologises for Misunderstandings appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The 2026 Eid el-Fitr sallah festival was observed peacefully across Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, despite the fear over the renewed bomb explosions and attacks on residents and military formations across the state. The post Shettima present as Borno witnesses peaceful Eid prayers amid tight security appeared first on Vanguard News.

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, has shed light on his choice to represent Nigeria internationally rather than Germany. In an interview with SportyTV, the 26-year-old described his time in Italy with a Serie A club as a “very positive chapter,” expressing his contentment and happiness there. “I’m fine, thank you. No, it’s treating me very, […]

‎‎Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has expressed sadness over the death of Nihinloluwa Agoro and her children, Temiloluwa and Isaac, in a road accident in Fort…

Nasarawa Amazons’ head coach, Christopher Danjuma, lauded his team’s tenacity following their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Dannaz Ladies. The Amazons clinched the win at the Lafia City Stadium despite what Danjuma described as missed opportunities and injury woes. “A team that wins away from home, even after losing at home, is not one to be […]

March 20, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian naira weakened at the official market as Nigeria’s external reserves slipped below the $50 billion threshold, raising concerns over the sustainability of recent foreign exchange stability despite rising global oil prices. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed the naira depreciated by N9.48 to N1,353.90 per dollar on […] The post Naira Weakens as Reserves Fall Below $50bn Despite Oil Price Rally appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

March 20, (THEWILL) — Nollywood actor Aremu Afolayan, the younger brother of filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, has apologized following backlash over comments he made about insecurity in Nigeria. Earlier in the week, during a campaign gathering for a political support group known as EKO57, Afolayan publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027. […] The post Actor Aremu Afolayan Apologises After Backlash Over Insecurity Remarks appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Concerns over road safety have increased following another motor accident involving comedian and content creator Adesokan Adedeji Emmanuel, known as Shank Comics. The incident occurred on a Lagos highway and was captured during a live stream session. Footage from the stream showed the comedian driving before the camera dropped, and a collision was heard. The […]

A new leadership crisis is brewing in the African Democratic Congress, ADC, as a faction of the party has formally filed a petition with the United States embassy in Abuja, accusing some members of trying to take control of the party and undermine internal democratic processes. The faction led by Nafiu Bala Gombe is asking […] Crisis brews in ADC as faction petitions US over alleged hijack of party

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has called on the party to remain united even after the primary election. Rhodes-Vivour made this call on Friday when he featured in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’. According to him, the ADC now has about two million registered members, adding that the […] 2027: ADC must remain united after primaries – Rhodes-Vivour

The Rockefeller Foundation and Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (Global Energy Alliance) have announced that they have committed more than $100 million to date to support Mission 300, the World Bank Group and the African Development Bank’s ambitious effort to connect 300 million people in Africa to electricity by 2030. The information was […]

The candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming 2026 Osun off-cycle governorship election, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has congratulated Muslims in Osun State on the successful…

Muslims in Kwara State observe Eid-al-Fitr, the first since the passing of the Chief Imam. Leaders call for unity, security, and sustained Ramadan virtues. Read More: https://punchng.com/eid-al-fitr-kwara-muslims-hold-first-prayer-after-late-chief-imam/

Iran's IRGC spokesperson killed in Israeli air strike; retaliatory strikes on key infrastructure intensify regional tensions crises amid rising casualties.

The senator representing Borno South Senatorial District, Senator Ali Ndume has said that the recent suicide bombings in the state was carried out by terrorists with the use of tricycles…

An advisory body appointed by Donald Trump has approved the design of a commemorative gold coin bearing his image, sparking criticism from political opponents and reigniting debate over presidential norms in the United States. The approval, confirmed by officials followed deliberations by the US Commission of Fine Arts, although the commission declined to comment publicly […]