Morocco’s football federation addresses the controversial CAF 2025 AFCON ruling, emphasizing respect for rules amid ongoing debate on CAF governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/morocco-defend-caf-2025-afcon-ruling-amid-controversy/

Police and NSCDC deploy personnel in Bauchi to ensure Eid-el-Fitr security. Measures target crime and protect critical infrastructure for a peaceful celebr Read More: https://punchng.com/eid-el-fitr-police-nscdc-deploy-personnel-in-bauchi/

Rwanda is suing Britain for over £100 million at an international court, claiming the funds are owed from the scrapped UK Rwanda migrant deal. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/britain-rwanda-in-100m-court-clash-over-migrant-deal/

An Islamic cleric warns against holding a parallel Kano Sallah durbar by rival emirs Sanusi and Bayero, urging them to prioritize peace over tradition. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-cleric-asks-sanusi-bayero-to-stop-parallel-sallah-durbar/

A Nigerian national and a Kenyan were arrested in an intelligence-led operation targeting a narcotics trafficking network in Ruaka, Kiambu County. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-one-other-arrested-in-kenya-over-suspected-narcotics-trafficking/

Senator Barau Jibrin distributes 47,280 bags of rice to constituents in Kano North for Ramadan and Sallah, providing essential support during the holy mont Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-senator-distributes-47280-bags-of-rice-for-ramadan-sallah/

The Kwara State Government is launching a new emergency toll line to improve rapid response by integrating key agencies like fire, police, and medical serv Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-to-unveil-centralised-emergency-toll-line/

‎The Executive Director of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), Dr Shaibu Husseini, met with the management of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), led by its Director-General, Dr Ola Awakan, during a courtesy visit to the Board’s headquarters in Abuja. ‎ ‎ ‎The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between the film and […]

Wale Adenuga responds to actor Abiodun Ayoyinka’s claim of being broke, calling the narrative misleading and clarifying their professional relationship. Read More: https://punchng.com/papa-ajascos-claim-of-being-broke-misleading-says-wale-adenuga/

Atinuke Ogungbe, the first wife of Yoruba actor and movie producer Segun Ogungbe, opens up about her husband reuniting with his estranged wife, Wunmi Ajiboye, at the debut of his new movie. The actor and his alienated wife, Omowunmi, had sparked reconciliation rumours after both arrived at the event in grandeur, as shown in a […]

Having failed to clearly define an objective or exit strategy -- and sell the American public on a new war in Iran -- President Donald Trump finds himself at an impasse, mere weeks into the conflict. The post Trump faces impasse over Iran war appeared first on Vanguard News.

Media entrepreneur and CEO of EbonyLife Group, Mo Abudu, has announced additional cast members for the film adaptation of The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives, based on the novel by Lola Shoneyin. The announcement was made via her official social media platforms, as anticipation builds ahead of the film’s planned December 2026 theatrical release. […]

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has said it did not seek any new remand order to keep former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai. The ICPC said the clarification was as a result of false media report that it was in the court on Tuesday seeking for an order to keep […]

Joining the conversation on school alumni and old boys’ networks in pursuit of an ideal has, in recent days, taken on a fresh intensity, one that is as intellectually stimulating as it is emotionally revealing. A netizen with the username Bento-nite on social media and LinkedIn, Ugo Ben Nwauzor, has ignited a compelling stream of […]

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has expressed sorrow over the passing of Prince Dr Aderemi Akitoye. Akitoye served as Acting National Secretary of the PDP and was a member of the party’s Board of Trustees. The PDP, in a statement, signed by Ini Ememobong, the National Publicity Secretary under Kabiru Turaki, said, “It is with […] PDP mourns former Acting National Secretary, Aderemi Akitoye

Iranian strikes have hit an airbase in the United Arab Emirates, UAE, where Australian troops are stationed, as confirmed by Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese. Iran executed an assault on the airbase, resulting in a fire that inflicted damage on medical and accommodation facilities. An Iranian projectile struck a road adjacent to the Al Minhad base, […] War: Australia confirms Iran strikes hit near airbase

Researchers have raised alarms that artificial intelligence chatbots may be reinforcing harmful beliefs in vulnerable users, including those experiencing delusional thinking or suicidal thoughts. A recent study by Stanford University analysed 391,000 messages across nearly 5,000 conversations involving widely used AI systems. The researchers found that chatbots affirmed users’ statements in almost two-thirds of responses, […]

    The Nigerian Naira maintained a relatively stable position against the US Dollar on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, as the foreign exchange market reacted to a significant surge in global oil prices and a milestone increase in the country’s external reserves. Official Market Performance In the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the Naira opened […] The post Black Market Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, March 18, 2026 appeared first on OsunDefender.

March 18, (THEWILL) — Influencer King Mitchy visited veteran Nollywood actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, popularly known as Papa Ajasco, and gifted him bundles of cash on Tuesday. In a clip shared online, King Mitchy is seen sitting beside the 65-year-old actor, visibly emotional during their conversation. She noted that although she did not grow up watching […] The post Influencer King Mitchy Visits Papa Ajasco, Gifts Him Cash in Emotional Moment appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The National Emergency Management Agency has coordinated an emergency response following a multi-vehicle road accident along the Abuja, Nyanya Expressway. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, at the Kugbo expressway, involved a fuel tanker that reportedly lost control and rammed into several vehicles during peak traffic hours. A statement by NEMA on its official X […] Emergency response concluded – NEMA on Abuja Nyanya express accident

Nigeria’s flagship road-running event, the Okpekpe International 10km Road Race, will return on 23 May 2026, with organisers promising a bigger and more innovative 11th edition. Chief Executive Officer of Pamodzi Sports International, Mike Itemuagbor, confirmed the comeback, assuring that the race will bounce back stronger after last year’s cancellation due to circumstances beyond the […]

The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has officially launched the 2026 Swimming Trials, an event poised to unearth the next generation of aquatic talent. Scheduled for 22nd March 2026, the trials will take place in the pristine waters of the Rowe Park Sports Complex, Yaba. This high-octane talent funnel aims to identify and harness the […]

The Benin Traditional Council has summoned social media influencer Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, known as Peller, over what it described as an unauthorised visit to the Oba of Benin’s palace on March 6, 2026. In a statement issued on Tuesday, March 17, by the Council’s Secretary, Frank Irabor, the council said Adelaja entered the palace without […]

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) and other stakeholders in the health sector have called on the European Union (EU) to stop blocking countries in the Global South from accessing vaccines and other life-saving health technologies. Speaking in Abuja, the partners urged global leaders to prioritise equity, justice and fairness in the distribution of vaccines and […]

Nigerian content creator and streamer Shank Comics has claimed that veteran comedians Bovi Ugboma and Bright Okpocha (Basketmouth) are wealthier than Afrobeats stars Asake and Wizkid. Shank made the statement during a recent livestream, where he compared the financial habits of comedians and musicians in the Nigerian entertainment industry. According to him, while music stars […]

March 18, (THEWILL) — Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal are through to the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals after a 2-0 home win over Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday, completing a 3-1 aggregate victory. The result stretched their unbeaten run across all competitions to 14 matches. Eberechi Eze put Arsenal ahead in the first half with a fierce right-footed […] The post Arsenal To Face Sporting In UCL Quarter-Finals After Beating Leverkusen appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A growing number of Nigeria’s power generation companies (GenCos) have shut down operations amid a mounting N6.8 trillion debt burden, crippling their ability to maintain equipment, secure gas supplies, and…

President Bola Tinubu has directed all political appointees in his administration intending to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 31, 2026, as part of efforts to ensure compliance with electoral laws and promote transparency. The directive, which affects ministers, agency heads and presidential aides, was issued to enforce adherence […] The post 2027: Tinubu Orders Appointees Seeking Offices to Resign by March 31 appeared first on OsunDefender.

Delta State government has said some communities which had been without electricity for over a decade have been reconnected to the national grid. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori stated this yesterday at the inauguration of the reconstructed 31-kilometre Ohoror–Bomadi Road, a strategic corridor linking Ughelli North, Ughelli South, Patani, Burutu, Bomadi and Burutu local government areas. He […]

March 17, (THEWILL) — Goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Bradley Barcola and Senny Mayulu handed Paris Saint-Germain a 3-0 victory over Chelsea on Tuesday, completing an 8-2 aggregate triumph to put the French champions into the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. The tie was effectively settled within 14 minutes. Kvaratskhelia, who had tormented Chelsea in the first […] The post PSG Reach UCL Quarter-Finals With 8-2 Aggregate Win Over Chelsea appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Wale Adenuga addresses claims of financial struggle by Papa Ajasco actor, asserting the allegations are misleading and confirming ongoing opportunities.

For a long time, South Africa was the “big boss” of gaming in Africa. They had more money and better internet. But in 2026, the game has changed. Nigeria has officially overtaken South Africa to become the country with the most players on the continent. Here is a simple look at how Nigeria won the […]

Oman has sent an important message to Muslims about the sighting of the crescent moon to mark the end of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.

Veteran Nigerian filmmaker and producer, Wale Adenuga, has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding the iconic comedy Papa Ajasco and Company, following claims by actor Abiodun Ayoyinka about challenges tied to the role. A statement by the chairman of the Wale Adenuga Productions dismissed allegations of exploitation and financial neglect by the actor, describing such narratives […] Allegations false, misleading – Wale Adenuga on Papa Ajasco trademark controversy

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has criticised the administration of Bola Tinubu, accusing it of failing to protect lives and property following the recent bombings in Maiduguri. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his media office, the former Rivers State governor condemned the Monday night attack in Borno State, describing the Tinubu-led government […] The post Amaechi Blasts Tinubu, Calls for Resignation Over Maiduguri Bombings appeared first on OsunDefender.

A group under the banner of Concerned Igbo Ministers has strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu’s trip to the United Kingdom, describing it as ill-timed amid escalating insecurity across the country.…