Nigeria assumes chairmanship of the AU Peace and Security Council for May 2026, leading discussions on climate change, terrorism, and maritime security. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-assumes-office-as-au-peace-security-council-chair/

Gombe State Governor reiterates commitment to enhancing security and economy, addressing workers’ welfare and insecurity challenges on May Day. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-gov-reiterates-commitment-to-enhanced-security-economy/

President Trump says he will raise tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25%, citing the bloc’s non-compliance with a trade deal. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-says-us-will-raise-tariffs-on-eu-cars-to-25/

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has set new AI Oscars rules, making AI-generated actors and screenplays ineligible for awards. Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-actors-writers-not-eligible-for-oscars-academy/

Nigerian troops intensify counter-terrorism operations, killing four terrorists, arresting collaborators, and securing the surrender of one insurgent. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-kill-four-terrorists-arrest-suspects-in-north-east/

The Osun State government dismisses claims by the APC of inadequate infrastructure and teachers in its public schools, highlighting recent improvements. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-dismisses-apcs-claims-of-inadequate-infrastructure-teachers-in-public-schools/

The United States, US, President Donald Trump on Friday said he intends to increase tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union, EU. Trump said the increase will start next week, adding that the agreement made last summer set a limit on US taxes on European Union cars and parts at 15 percent, […] US will raise tariffs on EU cars, trucks to 25 per cent next week – Trump

Chelsea have received a double injury boost ahead of their Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest on Monday. Interim manager Calum McFarlane broke the positive news during his pre-match press conference on Friday. According to him, both defenders Reece James and Levi Colwill could be back in the Blues squad to face Nottingham Forest at […] EPL: Chelsea receive double boost ahead of Nottingham Forest clash

The Osun State Government has dismissed allegations by the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, that public schools in the state are plagued by inadequate infrastructure and a shortage of teachers. The rebuttal was issued on Friday in Osogbo by the Chairman of the Osun State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), Temitope Mustapha, during […] Osun govt rejects APC claims on schools infrastructure, staffing

Founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank and President of ANAP Foundation, Atedo Peterside, has warned that Nigeria could face instability if credible opposition is undermined ahead of the 2027 general elections, as recent Supreme Court rulings begin to reshape the country’s political landscape. The post Nigeria risks instability without credible opposition in 2027 — Peterside appeared first on Vanguard News.

It described the Supreme Court decision as a victory for democracy and a development that has restored confidence in the judiciary. The post Rivers ADC Backs National Leadership, Hails Supreme Court Ruling appeared first on Channels Television.

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian man called out his project supervisor and shared their chat on social media.

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, on Friday, said the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), in Kaduna State, has made significant progress towards peaceful coexistence between the government and workers in the state. Governor Uba Sani made the remark on his verified Facebook page. He wrote: “Today, I had the honour of standing shoulder to shoulder with […] Kaduna NLC has improved labour-government relations — Gov Uba Sani

President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday, May 2, on a visit to France, Kenya, Rwanda, respectively. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday evening, President Tinubu’s first stop will be in France, after which he will depart for Nairobi, Kenya, to attend the Africa-France Summit scheduled to begin next […]

Nigerian registrar Dapo Oke calls for more academics in politics, arguing that intellectuals can improve governance with their knowledge and principles. Read More: https://punchng.com/academics-urged-to-join-politics/

OPay, a leading fintech company in Nigeria, recently signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with four additional tertiary institutions in the country: Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo, Benue State; Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Kogi State; Montgomery Polytechnic, Ikere Ekiti, Ekiti State; and Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu Alike Ikwo, Ebonyi State. This expansion is in line with […] The post OPay Signs New MoUs with 4 More Schools, Expands Access to ₦1.2 billion 10-Year Scholarship Programme appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has criticised Air Peace over delays at London Airport, where travellers were reportedly left stranded for nearly 10 hours without their luggage, accommodation, or clear communication. ‎ ‎She took to X on Friday to demand urgent intervention, revealing that passengers, including elderly individuals, had been waiting since about 6:30 […]

A key figure in the Kwankwasiyya movement in Dala Local Government Area of Kano State, Hon. Kabiru Adamu Abdullahi, has resigned from the All Democratic Congress (ADC). In a resignation letter dated May 1, 2026, and addressed to the party chairman in Kofar Ruwa Ward, Abdullahi said he was leaving the party with immediate effect. […] Kwankwasiyya leader Abdullahi resigns from ADC in Kano on Kwankwaso’s orders

Enyimba forward Ezekiel Edidiong is eagerly anticipating the upcoming Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 36 encounter against his former club, Remo Stars, this Sunday. Both clubs find themselves in a fierce battle to avoid relegation from the top-flight league this season. Currently, Enyimba and Remo Stars are tied on 43 points, occupying the 13th […]

Reality TV star Kylie Jenner has been hit with a second lawsuit in one week from a former member of her household staff, alleging a hostile work environment and discrimination. The plaintiff, Juana Delgado Soto, filed the legal claim in the Los Angeles County Superior Court. The lawsuit includes 20 complaints, including racial discrimination, failure […]

“I urge all our people to be obedient and accept the consensus reached by the committee and stakeholders in good faith. We should all work together for the unity and progress of the party and our people,” he said. The post Buhari’s son gets automatic APC ticket to seek Reps seat appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has approved the allocation of 108 completed one-bedroom housing units to civil servants in the state. Diri made the announcement on Friday during the 2026 May Day celebration held at Peace Park. He directed the Bayelsa State Housing and Property Development Authority and the Head of Service to […]

A university student shared why he moved from OAU to EKSU as he bagged a second-class upper degree. His story got people talking as he shared what happened.

Worried by the massive acquisition of their ancestral farmland measuring approximately 200 hectares by the Imo State Government, the people of Ugakwoche in Egbule Obube community, Owerri North Local Government Area, staged a peaceful protest demanding that the government halt the move to acquire their remaining farmland. Members of the community, comprising adults, youths, elderly […] Imo community protests over alleged illegal acquisition of ancestral land by government

Youths in Anambra State protest the alleged killing of a 26-year-old man by the Special Anti-Touting Squad, demanding a full investigation from the governo Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-youths-protest-killing-of-26-year-old-demand-probe/

Ugo Udezue, the Chairman of the Marketing and Sponsorship Committee of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, has provided insights into the D’Tigress WNBA Tour, describing it as a strategic long-term investment in the team’s future. The Nigerian women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, is concluding their tour of the USA with a match against the WNBA team, […]

The Nigerian government approves a national aircraft leasing company to help domestic airlines access modern fleets, boosting the aviation sector. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-approves-national-aircraft-leasing-company/

The director general of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Zubaida Umar, has visited LEA Primary School, Durumi, Abuja where she engaged pupils in an interactive session on disaster prevention and safety awareness. This visitation was described as a practical demonstration of commitment by NEMA to deepen disaster risk reduction at the grassroots. NEMA spokesperson, […]

The organisers of the 2026 Unity Cup have announced that ticket sales for the highly anticipated semi-final clash between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Zimbabwe are now open. The Super Eagles are set to face the Warriors of Zimbabwe in the first semi-final, taking place at The Valley, the home ground of Sky Bet Championship club […]

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has shared his admiration for Barcelona star Lamine Yamal and Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, declaring them both exceptional in their unique styles of play. This season, both players have emerged as standout left-footed wingers, showcasing their skills in La Liga, the Bundesliga, and the UEFA Champions League. In an […]

Osunbor alleged that some of the legal troubles confronting the party were politically motivated and aimed at destabilising the opposition. The post ADC Best Platform To Rescue Nigeria Ahead Of 2027, Says Osunbor appeared first on Channels Television.

Former Adamawa State governorship candidate, Senator Aishatu Binani, on Friday formally joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress, marking her latest political move ahead of the 2027 election. Her defection comes nine months after she left the ruling All Progressives Congress for the African Democratic Congress. Speaking shortly after receiving her NDC membership card, Binani attributed her Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-binani-dumps-adc-for-ndc-nine-months-after-leaving-apc/

Actors created with artificial intelligence will not be eligible for an Oscar, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Friday as it launched a crackdown on the use of AI. The post AI actors and writers not eligible for Oscars – Academy appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former NAWOJ chair Adesuwa Ehimuan has declared her intention to contest the Oredo East Edo Assembly seat on the APC platform in the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-nawoj-chair-declares-for-edo-assembly-seat/

APC candidate Bola Oyebamiji unveils his ‘Osun Prosperity Agenda,’ focusing on social protection, rural development, poverty alleviation, and security for Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebamiji-unveils-osun-prosperity-agenda/

The United States, US, President, Donald Trump, has declared that the prices of oil and gas would soon go down. Trump said the prices would go down after the Middle East war involving Iran. Addressing reporters on Friday, Trump said he “prefers” not to resume large-scale strikes on Iran and is still negotiating. Asked whether […] Iran war: Prices of oil, gas will go down soon – Trump