The Nigeria Conservation Foundation (NCF) has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently sign the Endangered Species Conservation and Protection Bill, 2025 into law, warning that Nigeria’s biodiversity is facing unprecedented threats requiring immediate action. The appeal was made in a statement issued to mark World Biodiversity Day 2026, where the conservation body also urged […]

A member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Elders Forum in Kebbi State,  Sani Zauro Hukuma has declared that there is no alternative candidate or aspirant in the APC or from the opposition who can defeat Governor Nasir Idris in the forthcoming general elections. He gave the assurance when he spoke with journalists in Zauro, […]

The factional leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced the successful completion of its screening exercise, clearing 1,657 aspirants to participate in the party’s forthcoming primary elections across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory. The ADC leadership maintained that the screening process was […]

The political troubles now trailing Lagos lawmaker and Nollywood actor, Desmond Elliot, may appear on the surface like a local Surulere power tussle. But beneath the noise is a deeper revelation about the way President Bola Tinubu has managed his political empire for decades, particularly in Lagos, where his authority has rested on a careful balance […] The post Desmond Elliot exposes Tinubu, by Emmanuel Aziken appeared first on Vanguard News.

About 14 million registered members of the All Progressives (APC) are expected to participate in the primary election today to nominate the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. APC’s national chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda at a recent nationwide media chat with national television stations disclosed that the party’s membership base had grown close […]

The federal government has commenced the distribution of Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (CEmONC) equipment valued at nearly $200,000 per state to 252 health facilities across 30 states. The distribution, carried out under the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp) initiative, was launched in Abuja. Speaking at the event on […]

Following the conclusion of the party’s governorship primary, Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has called for unity among members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. He urged aspirants and supporters to close ranks and work towards a common political goal. Governor Kefas, who emerged victorious in the primary, stressed the need for […]

The National Chairman of the Labour Party, LP, and the Chairman of the party’s screening committee, Senator Nenadi Usman, has disclosed that the committee has exempted the party leader and current Governor of Abia State, Chief Alex Otti, from the screening exercise. While addressing the media regarding the results of the aspirants’ screening, Senator Nenadi […] 2027: Labour Party gives reasons for not screening Gov Otti

The public health risk from the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been raised from “high” to “very high” by the World Health Organization (WHO). In an update yesterday, WHO head, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, also said the risk in the wider region in Africa was “high”, but it remained “low” […]

Something shifted last weekend in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, and it was not merely another abduction. When armed men swept through Ahoro Esinele community and carted away 39 students and seven teachers from three schools in a single, coordinated raid, they were not just committing a crime. They were issuing a declaration […]

May 22, (THEWILL) — Rob Base, one-half of the iconic hip-hop duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock and best known for the 1988 hit “It Takes Two,” has died at 59. He passed away on May 22, 2026, surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer, just four days after his birthday. “Rob’s […] The post Singer Rob Base Dies at 59 After Private Battle with Cancer appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Former governor of Bauchi State, Barr. Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar, SAN, has officially emerged as the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election in the State ahead of the 2027 general election. Chairman of the APC Governorship and House of Assembly Primaries Committee for Bauchi State, Assistant Inspector General of Police, John Bassey […]

The Inter-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, has reminded the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, that its guidelines cannot override Nigerian Constitution. IPAC said this while hailing the Federal High Court judgment that nullified INEC’s deadline for political parties to submit their membership registers, saying it was victory for democracy and rule of law In a statement […] 2027: ‘Guidelines can’t override constitution’ – IPAC reacts to court decision against INEC

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Ogun State Sector Command, says it has arrested not less than 321 drivers for various traffic violations during its “Operation Guduma” enforcement exercise. Recall that the 5-day enforcement exercise which started on Monday, across major highways and strategic corridors within the state ended on Friday. According to the command’s Public Relations Officer, […] FRSC apprehends 321 drivers for overloading, number plate violations in Ogun

Arsenal are Premier League champions. These are words that football fans around the world haven’t heard in 22 years. In fact, the last time the Gunners sat at the summit of English football, social media was not a thing. Arsene Wenger was the last manager to win it, going unbeaten with the Invincibles. After him, […] EPL: Guardiola leaves as Arteta wins title with Arsenal after 22 years

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has called on his opponents to unite behind the party’s common goal of securing victory in the 2027 elections and sustaining ongoing development projects across the state. In a statement issued by his chief press secretary, Tersoo Kula, Alia declared that the outcome of the party primary was a […]

The leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Enugu State led by Dr. Johnpaul Anih has declared that it did not zone its gubernatorial candidate to any part of the state. The party said it had left the position open for capable people across the state who have all it takes to win elections […]

A 30-year-old teacher and choir master, Nathaniel Baiyegun, has been arrested by the police in Ogun State for allegedly kidnapping and killing a 16-year-old student after collecting a ransom of N500,000 from her family. The deceased, said to be a West African Examination Council (WAEC) candidate, was allegedly lured to her death by the suspect […]

“I am begging the government to please recover the body of my husband. I want him to have a burial site for future reference,” she said in Yoruba.

A political analyst in Kano, Kabiru Ojo, has said that former President, Goodluck Jonathan may not be a viable option for the northern political bloc ahead of the 2027 general elections.He cited regional politics, power rotation concerns, and elite distrust as his reasons. Ojo made the remarks in an exclusive interview with DAILY POST on […] 2027 elections: Jonathan not viable option for northern political bloc – Analysts

A former House of Representatives member, Dr Farah Dagogo has emerged the Rivers State Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. In the party’s direct primaries held across all the 319 wards of the 23 Local Government areas in the state, Dagogo polled  64,700 votes ahead of his nearest challenger, Dr Sokonte Davies, who […]

Foreigners seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States to secure green cards will ​have to do so from outside the country via ‌the State Department, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services said yesterday, in a move criticized by aid groups. Reuters reports that USCIS announced the move in a ​policy memo which […]

One of the frontline presidential aspirants of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Rotimi Amaechi has claimed that he fought all the battles that gave Muhammadu Buhari victory in the 2015 presidential election. In an interview with Arise TV on Friday night, Amaechi, former Minister of Transportation, countered President Bola Tinubu, who also claimed that he made late […] ‘I made Buhari president not Tinubu’ – Amaechi makes claims

Explains how a friend’s wife wanted to matchmake him with her younger sister OLUSOLA FABIYI, Abuja A former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, has explained that it was difficult for him to choose a wife when he assumed leadership of the country in July 1966. Gowon said he was almost unable to differentiate between […]

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has said that Dangote Petroleum Refinery cannot yet prove it can meet the country’s total fuel needs or guarantee uninterrupted nationwide supply, according to court documents seen by Reuters. In a draft defence filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos, in response to a suit by Dangote, NNPC […]

‎Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers; 1. The Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Yakubu Danladi-Salihu, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate for the 2027 election. Danladi-Salihu polled 94,990 votes to defeat his closest rival, Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki, who garnered over 41,000 votes. 2. The Federal High […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Saturday morning

According to the university, the recovered funds were paid in 2011 for a property arrangement meant to provide an Abuja Liaison Office and Guest House for the institution.

“This is his kind of safe place. This is his place where he can concentrate his mind. It’s been an extremely difficult period, but AJ is a very determined individual, and a lot of the grief and pain he carries, he’s channeling into his training,” Hearn said.

Salako, from Philadelphia, admitted to fraudulently obtaining the personal identifying information of legitimate Alaskan residents and submitting seven fake PFD applications to the Alaska Department of Revenue (DOR). He had never lived in Alaska prior to his sentencing.

Ashmusy said motherhood is very important to her, adding that she made the decision after experiencing serious relationships she believed would lead to marriage, only for them to end.

Nigeria’s National Single Window portal has processed over 39,000 trade applications in eight weeks, demonstrating growing reliance on the platform. Read More: https://punchng.com/single-window-portal-records-over-39000-trade-applications/

A US community leader explains why the United Nigerian Americans Council in Maryland is empowering Nigerians to actively participate and run for office in Read More: https://punchng.com/why-we-want-nigerians-in-american-politics-us-community-leader/

By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJA Former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, has recounted how fear, betrayal and growing distrust consumed the final days of his government before the July 29, 1975 coup, warning that leaders who surrender to panic and suspicion often end up trapped by manipulative advisers, opportunists and their own fears. Read Also: Insecurity: Yorubaland unsafe, terrorist […] The post Memoirs: How I confronted Joe Garba on his plot to overthrow me — Gowon appeared first on Vanguard News.

Promoter Eddie Hearn reveals Anthony Joshua is using boxing as a refuge to cope with the tragic deaths of two close friends in a car crash. Learn how train Read More: https://punchng.com/boxing-helping-joshua-with-friends-passing-hearn/

The playground of SMUTUNS in Warri, Delta State, was alive with the colours, rhythms and raw political energy of a proud nation-within-a-nation The post Ijaw republic, two states, 24 LGs: INC sets fierce agenda for next 5 years appeared first on Vanguard News.

Stakeholders in the air transport sector have urged airline operators to avoid transporting individuals suspected of showing symptoms associated with Ebola The post EBOLA: Airlines warned against transporting suspected cases appeared first on Vanguard News.