The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) will hold its 2026 national convention in Abuja, with the NANS election for a new president on May 24. Read More: https://punchng.com/nans-elects-new-president-may-24/

Oyo State Police have arrested three suspected armed robbers in Ibadan, recovering cash, multiple phones, and a firearm after a stop-and-search operation. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-three-suspected-armed-robbers-in-oyo/

A Federal High Court in Jigawa has adjourned the abduction case of teenager Walida Abdulhadi, allegedly involving a DSS operative, to March 26 for hearing. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-court-adjourns-teenager-walida-abduction-case-to-march-26/

Nigeria’s House of Reps calls on the FG to address the rising insecurity in Ekiti communities, citing a surge in kidnappings, killings, and violent attacks Read More: https://punchng.com/tackle-rising-insecurity-in-ekiti-communities-reps-urge-fg/

Oyo State’s task force cracks down on illegal fuel merchants, seizing large quantities of petroleum products at the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Toll Gate. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-task-force-arrests-illegal-fuel-merchants/

President Trump suggests the US-Iran conflict could end soon, stating there’s ‘practically nothing left to target’ amid rising political pressures. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-practically-has-nothing-left-to-target-in-iran-says-trump/

The Senate honours soldiers killed in a recent Borno attack and calls for intensified military operations to combat the renewed insurgency in the North-Eas Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-attack-senate-honours-fallen-soldiers-demands-tougher-response/

Lagos activist Comrade Hassan Taiwo vows to continue his anti-eviction struggle despite an ongoing trial, calling for an end to forced demolitions. Read More: https://punchng.com/activist-vows-to-continue-anti-eviction-struggle-after-lagos-court-adjourns-trial/

The Senate on Wednesday approved the second reading of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) 2026 Appropriation Bill, authorizing the issuance of N2.2 trillion from the FCT statutory revenue fund. The post Senate approves Second Reading of FCT N2.2trn 2026 Appropriation Bill appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Australian authorities on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, relocated seven members of Iran’s women’s football delegation after their initial safe house was compromised. The situation changed when one of the players…

The Nigerian Senate begins the screening of Taiwo Oyedele, President Tinubu’s nominee for Minister of State for Finance, after his recent appointment. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-begins-screening-of-oyedele-as-minister/

The Yaba Magistrate Court on Wednesday adjourned the trial of Comrade Hassan Taiwo Soweto and Comrade Dele Frank until April 24, following the absence of Frank due to illness. The post Lagos Court adjourns trial of Soweto, Frank over demolition protest appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Stakeholders in Nigeria’s aquaculture sector have called for greater adoption of digital technology to improve fish health management, strengthen industry coordination, and boost domestic fish production, following the unveiling of…

The NDLEA raid in Kano results in 56 arrests, including a homicide suspect, as part of ‘Operation Ramadan Mubarak’ to dismantle drug networks. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-raids-drug-joints-in-kano-arrests-56-suspects/

At least 3,300 heads of households, mostly the vulnerable ones in Askira-Uba and Hawul Federal Constituency of Borno state have received palliatives which comprised of bags of rice and other…

The decision to increase the stipends of the ward heads popularly called maiunguwa was taken during the State Executive Council meeting held on 9 March 2026, presided over by Governor Umar Namadi. The post Jigawa govt approves allowance increment for ward heads appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

MAKURDI: Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has declared that he desires to reduce the state of insecurity in Benue to the barest minimum. He argued that although his…

March 11, (THEWILL) — The International Energy Agency (IEA) has approved the release of 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves of its 32 member countries, a historic move aimed at stabilizing global markets disrupted by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. In a statement on Wednesday, the agency said the unprecedented collective […] The post 400 Million Barrels of Oil to Hit Global Market Following IEA Emergency Decision appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

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The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy (FMMBE), Fatima Sugra Tabi’a Mahmood, has called for a fundamental shift in how scientific research is utilized within the public…

The Ondo State government has announced a ban on commercial motorcycle operations from 7 pm to 6 am across all 18 local government areas to curb crime. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-bans-motorcycle-operations-in-18-lgas/

Nigeria’s House of Reps amends the Electoral Act, introducing a N10m fine and jail time for dual party membership to enforce party discipline. Read More: https://punchng.com/electoral-act-reps-propose-n10m-fine-jail-for-dual-party-membership/

Ondo State government has handed down a dusk-to-dawn ban on the movement of motorbikes to check criminal activities across the state. This was declared by the Corps Commander of the…

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Udeh, SAN, has assured that Nigeria will not be left behind in the global technology revolution. The post Nigeria to join Global Tech Revolution, First Lady to champion innovation programme appeared first on Vanguard News.

Two vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz were attacked by Iran on Wednesday, the country’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said in a statement reported by the semi-official Fars News Agency. The IRGC said the Thai-flagged bulk carrier “Mayuree Naree” was fired upon after it allegedly ignored warnings and attempted to pass through the strategic […]

The university's spokesperson, Lamara Garba, in a statement on Wednesday, confirmed that the institution has launched a formal investigation into the reports of scamming activities involving the individual. The post BUK to investigate student who allegedly scammed Farouk Kperogi, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has dismissed as false and malicious a viral social media video claiming it arrested Justice James Omotosho. In a statement made available to The News Chronicle, the Commission’s spokesperson, J. Okor Odey, described the allegation as completely untrue and deliberately crafted to mislead the public. […]

A heavy atmosphere of fear and uncertainty has gripped the Ushafa community in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, following a violent altercation that reportedly left a young man dead. The post FCT: Tension in Ushafa as Army move to quell riot over killing of local youth appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Ondo State Amotekun commander, who announced the ban, said it aims to check insecurity in the state. The post Ondo govt. bans night operations of commercial motorcyclists appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Federal High Court in Dutse, the capital of Jigawa State, has adjourned the hearing of a case seeking the unconditional release of Walida Abdulhadi and her reunion with her family until March 26, 2026. Walida was reportedly abducted from Hadejia Local Government Area and allegedly sexually assaulted by Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi, who is said to […] Court adjourns Walida’s case to March 26

Rihanna, A$AP Rocky and their children were home when a woman fired multiple shots at their Beverly Hills mansion. The suspect now faces 14 charges

The Big Brother Naija All Stars winner, Ilebaye Precious Odiniya, is making news following a facelift procedure she underwent. In a viral video, the Big Brother Naija cast member was seen in a hospital undergoing the procedure. The reality star notes that she wants to look younger, lifted and rejuvenated. “I want to look younger, […]

The Special Offences (Mobile) Court in Ikeja Magisterial District has remanded seven individuals in a correctional facility for allegedly assaulting enforcement officers of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) during an environmental monitoring operation. The post Lagos Court remands seven for assaulting LAWMA operatives appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees (BoT) has resolved to take immediate steps to reconcile all stakeholders, put an end to all disputes and restore the party to…