The House of Representatives urges the FG to intervene after a Taraba clash between Karinjo and Wurkun communities kills five and displaces residents. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-urge-fg-action-after-taraba-clash-kills-five-displaces-residents/

The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, on Wednesday, condemned the abduction of Mrs Busayo Adelabu John-Paul, the younger sister of the former Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu and her twin children by gunmen in the early hours of Wednesday in Ibadan. A statement released by the state APC Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, urged Governor Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-apc-decries-abduction-of-adelabus-sister-sons/

Lionel Messi has won the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, recognizing his sustained excellence, sporting achievements, and global impact. Read More: https://punchng.com/messi-wins-2026-princess-of-asturias-award-for-sports/

The House of Representatives has called for the immediate rescue of worshippers abducted during a deadly attack on a church crusade in Ekiti State. The lawmakers urged security agencies to launch coordinated operations to apprehend the perpetrators and prevent a recurrence of such incidents. The resolution followed the consideration of a motion of urgent public Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-demand-rescue-of-abducted-worshippers-justice-for-slain-ekiti-pastor/

The Kogi State Police Command has identified a female student whose body was discovered along the Lokoja-Abuja Highway as a final-year student of the Federal University Lokoja. The deceased, identified as Sarah Idoko, was found dead on Saturday night near the Crusher area along the Felele axis of Lokoja after she was allegedly dumped by Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-varsity-student-found-dead-along-lokoja-abuja-highway/

US President Donald Trump has confirmed a tense exchange with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in which he reportedly berated his close ally with expletives. In an interview published Wednesday in the New York Post, Trump was asked about the conversation he had with Netanyahu over the phone on Monday. “You said, ‘Are you f-ing Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-admits-he-cursed-out-israels-netanyahu-over-lebanon-war/

According to him, strict border control and Point of Entry protocols are already operational across the country to strengthen surveillance and early detection of suspected cases. The post FG steps up Ebola preparedness, tightens border surveillance amid regional outbreak concerns appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

June 03, (THEWILL) — “The legal practitioner lives for the direction of his people and the advancement of the cause of his country.” – Christopher Sapara Williams (November 1888). Decades ahead, a fastidious, dispassionate scholar will cast his gaze upon one of those who kept his reputation unblemished and acknowledge him in remembrance of times […] The post OPINION: Wole Olanipekun And The Law Of The Land appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 03, (THEWILL) — Did you know that how we produce and consume food can have a huge impact on the environment? Some of these environmental impacts can include: water pollution, carbon and other harmful greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, pesticide toxicity, biodiversity loss, and so on. There is, therefore, an urgent need for us to […] The post OPINION: How Renewable Energy Can Benefit Agriculture And The Environment appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Kuwait demanded that two Iranian embassy staff leave the country within 24 hours on Wednesday after an Iranian attack on the country's airport that killed one person and injured dozens more. The post Kuwait demands two Iran embassy staff leave after deadly attack appeared first on Vanguard News.

In his post announcing the CIB’s support, Mr Tijani said the NUCAP initiative will deploy 3,700 telecommunications towers across the country. The post 20 million to benefit from China’s connectivity support to Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Lagos State Government apprehends 45 beggars, including children, in Oshodi, Agege, and CMS. Learn more about the ongoing operations against Lagos beggars. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-lagos-arrests-45-beggars-including-nine-children/

The proposed N100,000 minimum wage reportedly put forward by governors has sparked widespread criticism from organised labour The post ‘Don’t test us, minimum wage is constitutional matter,’ Labour cautions governors over N100,000 proposal appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Senate observed a minute's silence in honour of those who died in the course of the kidnapping. The post Oyo Abduction: Senate urges FG, security agencies to deploy resources, rescue victims appeared first on Vanguard News.

Benfica midfielder Christy Ucheibe and Al-Ittihad forward Francisca Ordega have arrived at the Super Falcons camp in Ikenne, Ogun State, ahead of Nigeria’s two-legged friendly matches against Senegal. The duo arrived on Wednesday morning alongside Glory Ogbonna, Blessing Nkor, Comfort Erhabor and Sikiratu Isah as the team continued preparations for the friendlies scheduled for Friday Read More: https://punchng.com/super-falcons-squad-grows-as-ucheibe-ordega-arrive-for-senegal-friendly/

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised a suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorist who attempted to approach a military position in Borno State under suspicious circumstances. Military sources said the incident occurred in the early hours of June 3 at the Forward Operating Base, FOB, Chabbol, operated by the 199 Special Forces Battalion. According to the sources, personnel […] Troops neutralise suspected terrorist near military base in Borno

A 50-year-old woman linked to a Boko Haram/ISWAP has escaped from an insurgent enclave in the Mandara Mountains and surrendered to troops of Operation Hadin Kai in Borno State. The development was disclosed by security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, in a post shared on his X handle. Military sources said the woman, identified […] Borno: 50-year-old Boko Haram, ISWAP member surrenders after escaping enclave

June 3 (THEWILL) — Public sector pension contributions surged by 234.85 per cent to ₦550.96 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, highlighting stronger compliance with Nigeria’s Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) and the settlement of outstanding pension arrears. This was disclosed in the Q4 2025 Quarterly Industry Report released by the National Pension Commission (PenCom), […] The post Public Sector Pension Contribution Jumps 235% as Compliance, Arrears Payments Drive Growth appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 03, (THEWILL) — Following the disappearance of five security drones fully paid for under the Oyetola administration, Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed his security team to consider the acquisition of new drones for security surveillance in the state. This decision is an outcome of the series of marathon security meetings chaired by the governor […] The post Security Surveillance: Governor Adeleke Mulls Acquisition Of New Drones appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

United States President, Donald Trump, has proposed fresh tariffs ranging from 10 per cent to 12.5 per cent on about 60 countries, including the United Kingdom, the European Union and Australia, over allegations that they have failed to adequately prevent the importation of goods produced through forced labour. The proposal marks a significant escalation in […]

Abia State Police Command warns against cultism, arresting 17 suspects linked to recent violence. Learn about the crackdown on Abia cultism and recovered e Read More: https://punchng.com/police-warn-cultists-arrest-17-suspects-in-abia/

Former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, has said he did not leave the All Progressives Congress (APC), insisting that the party rather abandoned him and his supporters in Delta State. Omo-Agege made the remark during an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Wednesday, where he spoke on his political trajectory and the state of […]

Akor Adams has confirmed his readiness to lead the Super Eagles' attack during the friendly match against Poland in the absence of Victor Osimhen.

A Royal Navy helicopter has crashed into a field near Okehampton in Devon, southwest England, prompting a major emergency response and sparking concerns over the fate of those on board. British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer described the incident as a “deeply worrying time” for the families affected, assuring that more information would be made […]

June 3 (THEWILL) — Nigerian music star, Davido, has been confirmed as one of the performers at FIFA’s World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert in Los Angeles. FIFA announced on Tuesday, June 2, that the Afrobeats singer will perform alongside Major Lazer, the electronic music group led by American DJ and producer, Diplo, on June 10. […] The post Davido, Major Lazer Confirmed To Perform At FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A new stadium city in Umuahia, intended to change the state’s sports and economic activities, Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti has said, will begin construction before the end of the year. The News Chronicle reports that Otti revealed the information when entertaining Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze, who stopped by Government House in Umuahia […]

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, has announced the commencement of the Net Billing Regulations 2026. The framework allows eligible electricity consumers to generate renewable energy for personal use and sell excess power to the national grid. The commission disclosed this in a statement posted on its official X account on Wednesday. According to NERC, “the […] Electricity: NERC commences net billing scheme, consumers to sell excess solar power to grid

A governorship aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Jigawa State, Hon. Bashir Adamu (Matawallen Kazaure), has formally petitioned the party’s State Election Appeal Committee, seeking a review of the recently conducted governorship primary election. In the petition, personally signed by the aspirant and obtained by journalists, Bashir Adamu alleged that the primary was […] ADC governorship aspirant Bashir Adamu seeks annulment of Jigawa primary election

Ondo State Government and Police Command dismiss widespread social media rumours of a kidnapping incident in an Akure school, assuring residents of safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-govt-debunk-rumours-of-kidnapping-in-ondo/

Delta State teachers protest against rising insecurity and demand the immediate release of abducted colleagues, highlighting nationwide concerns for educat Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-teachers-protest-against-insecurity-demand-release-of-abducted-colleagues/

The Nigeria Customs Service has urged the public to disregard two circulating documents falsely claiming to announce screening schedules for candidates who passed the Computer-Based Test in its ongoing recruitment exercise. In a statement posted on its verified X account on Wednesday, the Service described the documents as fake and clarified that they did not Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-warn-nigerians-against-fake-recruitment/

Trump went on to say he had a "very good relationship" with Netanyahu. "We've done well together... I like Bibi a lot." The post ‘Are you crazy?’ Trump confirms heated exchange with Israel’s Netanyahu appeared first on Vanguard News.

The International Organisation for Migration, IOM, and the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, have received 180 Nigerian migrants evacuated from Libya. In a statement, the IOM revealed that the evacuation was part of efforts to address irregular migration and support vulnerable returnees. The UN agency noted that the returnees had been provided with health screening, […] Nigerian govt, IOM receive 180 Nigerian migrants from Libya

Dangote Refinery plans to boost capacity by 700,000 bpd by 2028, responding to rising aviation fuel demand and aiming for global market dominance.

The association, while expressing relief at Mr Aguocha’s release, condemned the recurring abduction of healthcare workers, warning that such should not be normalised. The post Abia doctors suspend indefinite strike after release of kidnapped surgeon appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

In a communique read by the party’s Head of Strategy and Planning, Dr Clement Iwegbuna, the NNPP resolved to picket INEC headquarters in Abuja soon. The post INEC: NNPP NEC holds emergency closed door meeting in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.