Governor Alex Otti announces plans for the Umuahia Stadium City project, hosting Super Eagles star Samuel Chukwueze and discussing sports development in Ab Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-hosts-super-eagles-chukwueze-unveils-abia-stadium-city-plan/

FIFA announces new rules for the 2026 World Cup, banning team talks during goalkeeper injury breaks to prevent tactical timeouts. Learn more about the chan Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-to-ban-team-talks-during-goalkeeper-injury-breaks-at-2026-world-cup/

An Israeli soldier was killed in south Lebanon fighting, bringing the total military deaths to 26 since March. Read more about the ongoing conflict. Read More: https://punchng.com/israel-army-says-soldier-killed-in-south-lebanon-fighting/

Arne Slot bids an emotional farewell to Liverpool fans after his departure, reflecting on his tenure and thanking supporters for their unwavering support. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-slot-issues-emotional-farewell-to-liverpool-fans/

By Gabriel Ewepu THE Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprises, CPPE, reacting to the Q1 2026 Gross Domestic Product, GDP, growth outcome report released by the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, recording a year-on-year real GDP growth of 3.89%, said the economy remains on a gradual recovery path. In a statement signed by Chief Executive […] The post Q1’26 GDP Report: Economy remains on gradual recovery path —CPPE appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu expressed satisfaction with the progress made in resolving visa-related concerns between both countries. The post Nigeria, UAE’s Non-Oil Trade Hit $5bn In 2025 appeared first on Channels Television.

Presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has announced that he will not challenge the outcome of the party’s May 25, 2026 presidential primary in court despite raising concerns over alleged irregularities in the exercise. Hayatu-Deen made the declaration in a statement issued on Monday, days after questioning the credibility of the primary […] ADC presidential primary: I won’t challenge outcome in court – Hayatu-Deen 

By Akintayo Eribake In a bustling community market in northern Nigeria, a trader receives payment for goods through a mobile transfer rather than cash. In a rural town in the South-West, a young Point-of-Sale (PoS) agent helps residents withdraw money, pay utility bills and transfer funds without the need to travel long distances to a […] The post Empowering the Last Mile: How OPay Is Expanding Financial Access Across Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

Niger State commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr Hadiza Asabe Mohammed, has said that all the schools in the state have adequate religion education teachers . The clarification came on the heels of concerns raised by some Christian youths that there were no Christian Religious Knowledge teachers in some public schools. Mohammed, however, said […]

June 01 (THEWILL) — Two judgements with more similarities than differences directing the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to follow provisions on the Electoral Act 2026 and give political parties more room to operate outside the Commission’s election timetable for the 2027 General Election has polarised pundits and created more confusion. Are we at a […] The post More Headache for INEC as Parties Challenge Electoral Act Provisions appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

-Marginalises Host States, Communities June 01 (THEWILL) — Nigeria has achieved a significant milestone in her gas development plan with the successful completion of the River Niger crossing – a technically challenging section of the Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) pipeline project, that had previously delayed the job for years. In April 2026, the NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company […] The post OB3-Gas Pipeline Project Positions Nigeria for Transformative Industrialisation appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 01 (THEWILL) — It is scandalous that the Federal Government awarded a contract to install CCTV in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja for the past four years with nothing to show for it. It is criminal that the records and names of the contracting company cannot be found in the files of the Finance […] The post THEWILL EDITORIAL: That $420m CCTV Scandal appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Nigeria's power crisis costs businesses billions, with 70% relying on generators. The AfDB urges the government to enhance electricity supply for economic growth.

June 1 (THEWILL) — Nigerian banks increased their lending to the Federal Government by ₦15.66 trillion over the past year, highlighting a growing preference for public-sector exposure amid weaker credit growth to businesses and households. According to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN), latest money and credit statistics, government credit rose from ₦23.93 trillion in […] The post Banks Increase Lending To Govt By ₦15.66trn In One Year As Private Sector Credit Slows – CBN appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A University of Ibadan applicant has taken to her page to share her experience after she failed to gain admission despite writing JAMB two different times.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Road Accident Prevention Network Centre (RAPNEC) Nigeria have called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and the country at large. The call was made during a stakeholders’ engagement on the Mobility Snapshot Project and pedestrian safety […]

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie suffered the first final defeat of her career despite making six saves as Man City complete a historic domestic double.

Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has disclosed that the Supreme Court judgment, which restored his mandate, saved his administration from an abrupt end. He revealed that an unknown donor gave him $100,000 three days before the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary election. Mutfwang was in the PDP before he decamped to the All […]

Teachers in Oyo state have commenced an indefinite strike following the abduction of their colleagues and pupils by suspected Boko Haram members in Ogbomosho.

Arsenal now top the list of clubs with the most Champions League games played without ever lifting the trophy. See the top 10 teams still chasing European glory.

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has held out  an olive branch to his political opponents in Rivers State, declaring what he described as a broad political amnesty. He urged ehis stranged allies to return and work together for the state’s development. Wike spoke on Saturday at a luncheon organised by the […]

The Presidency has inaugurated a newly completed female students’ hostels at the Gadau Main Campus and Yuli Campus of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Bauchi State, under the 2024 TETFund Annual Intervention Projects. The ceremony, held at the university’s Gadau Main Campus, was part of the nationwide presidential inauguration of projects executed through the Tertiary Education […]

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the United Nations secretary-general António Guterres to formally present Nigeria’s escalating security crisis to the UN Security Council. I t warned that ongoing killings, mass abductions and widespread displacement now threaten regional peace and stability. In an open letter dated 30th May, 2026 and signed by […]

The University of Abuja has warned candidates against fake 2026/2027 admission information and advised the public to rely only on official channels.

“She’s not a victim, SIRE is. Can you imagine going to eighth grade to find out this is your mom,” he wrote.

While packing his late wife's belongings, a widower finds a monthly receipt signed by his retired father and uncovers a betrayal inside his own family.

Liverpool are in talks with former Bournemouth coach Andoni Iraola to become their new head coach after Arne Slot’s departure. Get the latest on Liverpool’ Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-liverpool-target-ex-bournemouth-coach-iraola/

Governor of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Mohammed, has gifted 300 Saudi Riyal, equivalent of N120,000 to each pilgrim from the state participating in the 2026 hajj in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The governor made the announcement during the flag-off of the distribution of official travelling bags to the pilgrims ahead of their scheduled airlift […]

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has blasted the move by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to drag former President Goodluck Jonathan into the 2027 presidential race. In a post on his verified X handle on Monday, Sani described the effort as belated. He was reacting to the adoption of Jonathan as […] 2027: They want Jonathan to help carry their coffin – Shehu Sani lambasts PDP faction

Zamfara State government has reaffirmed its commitment to the domestication and implementation of the Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy targeting one million women and girls . A statement by Suleiman Aliyu Gusau, information officer, Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, said the policy is a strategic initiative aimed at improving the livelihoods of over […]

The United States and Iran said Monday they had again traded strikes, straining an already fragile ceasefire as negotiations between the two sides have stalled. The post US, Iran exchange fire as negotiations stall appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Efe Onodjae  The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, has commenced investigation into the collision involving container vessel, MV Maersk Valparaiso, and oil tanker, MT Lady Martina, at Bonny Anchorage in Rivers State. The incident, which occurred on May 20, 2026, has been classified by the Bureau as a “Very Serious Marine Casualty.” In a statement issued […] The post NSIB probes Bonny Anchorage vessel collision appeared first on Vanguard News.

As part of its 2026 Eid-el-Kabir humanitarian outreach, the Wunti Al-Khair Foundation, in partnership with Makkah Specialist Eye Hospital, has provided free eye care services to 1,000 residents of Bauchi. The intervention covered cataract surgery, distribution of medical eyeglasses, eye screenings and free medications, among other essential eye care services. The programme, held yesterday at […]

Atiku Abubakar slams Nyesom Wike, stating Rivers votes are not his property and voters are intelligent enough to decide 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-votes-not-your-property-atiku-fires-back-at-wike/

June 1 (THEWILL) — Jurists and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practitioners have called for deeper institutionalisation of ADR frameworks within Nigeria’s justice administration system as part of measures to decongest courts, accelerate dispute resolution and enhance access to justice across the country. According to them, over the past few decades, ADR has evolved from being […] The post Jurists Harp On Growing Importance Of ADR In Advancement Of Justice appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The management of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Daura, has suspended a doctor for three months following allegations of delayed response in the treatment of a patient who later died after being referred to another hospital. The disciplinary action was disclosed by the medical director of the hospital, Dr Umar Farouk, while responding to concerns […]