VP Kashim Shettima congratulates Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma on his 67th birthday, praising his exemplary leadership within the APC and the nation. Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-hails-uzodimma-at-67/

Two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in central Syria after an alleged ISIS member opened fire on a joint US-Syrian patrol. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-us-soldiers-civilian-killed-in-syria/

An APC chieftain says Bola Oyebamiji’s emergence as the consensus candidate for the Osun 2026 election signals the end of Governor Adeleke’s second term. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-2026-adeleke-should-go-and-rest-says-apc-chieftain/

The Gates Foundation has invested $27m in Nigeria’s primary healthcare over four years, driving reforms and improving service delivery and immunization. Read More: https://punchng.com/gates-foundation-invested-27m-in-nigerias-primary-healthcare-over-four-years-official/

President Tinubu congratulates Munirudeen Oyebamiji on his emergence as the Osun APC gov candidate, praising party unity ahead of the 2026 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-oyebamijis-emergence-as-osun-apc-gov-candidate/

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) mourns the death of its former Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Baikie, at the age of 94. He was a towering figure in educatio Read More: https://punchng.com/uniben-mourns-as-former-vc-dies-at-94/

By Ademola Ishola In recent days, an avalanche of sensational allegations has been deliberately rehashed against Hon. Oboku Abonsizibe Oforji, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Basic Examination Bodies. Carefully choreographed, emotionally charged, and aggressively circulated, these claims are not the product of investigative rigour or civic concern. Rather, they bear all the [...]

President Tinubu advocates for dialogue as the path to lasting academic peace in Nigerian universities, promising education reform and better staff remuner Read More: https://punchng.com/dialogue-not-strike-key-to-academic-peace-says-tinubu/

Over 100 residents in Ibadan benefited from a free medical outreach by the Bakare Bridge Foundation, receiving consultations, drugs, and eye screenings. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-100-oyo-residents-benefit-from-free-medical-outreach/

The fire was first noticed on solar panels mounted on the roof of the building located at No. 13 Nelson Mandela Street, before it quickly spread and engulfed most of the structure. The post Millions lost as fire razes ex-governor’s Abuja building appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gombe Governor Muhammadu Yahaya calls for a stronger labour partnership, stressing mutual trust and shared responsibility for national development. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-gov-advocates-stronger-labour-partnership-pledges-support-for-workers/

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), has reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions across the African continent. The Director-General of ECN, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, disclosed during the opening The post ECN reiterates Nigeria’s commitment to advancing energy solutions across Africa  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Doris Ogala makes serious accusations against Pastor Chris Okafor, alleging he destroyed her life and made a video public of her losing a pregnancy.

“It is disgraceful and unacceptable that despite the abundance of credible individuals in the APC who can be appointed

…urges unity, inclusivity ahead of 2026 poll President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji on his emergence as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) The post Tinubu congratulates Oyebamiji on emergence as Osun APC governorship candidate appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the African Democratic Congress, ADC, have alleged that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, is turning law enforcement into a political tool. They made the claims following the revocation of bail earlier granted to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Mallam Abubakar Malami. Atiku said anti-corruption institutions have abandoned […] ‘Pure act of witch-hunt’ – Atiku, ADC slam EFCC for revoking Malami’s bail

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Saturday announced the killing of Ra’ad Sa’ad, identified as the head of the Weapons Production Headquarters of Hamas’ military wing and one of the key planners of the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel.

The US government has moved to drop its case against a former Fox broadcasting executive involved in the FIFA corruption scandal that plunged the world's footballing body into crisis. The post US drops bid to preserve FIFA bribery convictions appeared first on Vanguard News.

US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the deaths on X after Syria's state media earlier reported an attack in the city of Palmyra had wounded American and Syrian troops. The post US troops in Syria killed in IS ambush attack appeared first on Vanguard News.

The CrimsonBow Sickle Cell Initiative has applauded the Senate for prioritising the welfare of persons living with Sickle Cell Disorder (SCD) through the Sickle Cell Disorder Research and Therapy Centres The post CrimsonBow lauds NASS over sickle cell centres bill, empowers 400 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Legendary wrestler, Undertaker, has reacted to John Cena’s decision to retire from the sport. Cena is set to step aside after 23 memorable years of fighting. The 17-time champion meets Gunther in the main event of Saturday Night’s Main Event at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Undertaker wrote on X: “‘Nice job’ “Those were […] WWE: Undertaker reacts as John Cena retires from wrestling

Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah on Saturday broke the record for the most goal involvements for a single team in Premier League history. The Egyptian international achieved the feat after providing an assist in Liverpool’s 2-0 win against Brighton. Salah set up Hugo Ekitike’s second goal against the visitors. According to Fabrizio Romano, the 33-year-old has […] EPL: Salah breaks record after Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Brighton

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Adekunle Gold has revealed that the confidence and proud words of his five-year-old daughter, Adejare, played a major role in motivating his performance at his recently concluded London concert.

Okpebholo subsequently declared, “By the power conferred on me, I present to you Bola Oyebamiji, as the governorship candidate of our party.”

Liverpool maintained their strong Premier League momentum with a controlled 2–0 victory over Brighton on Saturday at Anfield, with Hugo Ekitike scoring both goals in a disciplined and mature performance by Arne Slot’s side.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared a 90-day nationwide membership Mobilisation, Revalidation, and Registration (MMRR). The party also announced provisional dates for its congresses and the election of delegates… The post ADC Commences Membership Registration, Approves Congresses, Convention Dates appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A PDP faction led by Taminu Turaki met with former President Obasanjo to seek guidance for the 2026 Osun and Ekiti governorship elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-faction-pledges-to-reclaim-osun-ekiti-after-meeting-with-obasanjo/

Salah accused Liverpool of throwing him "under the bus" after he was left on the bench for last week's 3-3 draw at Leeds -- the third match in a row that he did not start. The post ‘No issue to resolve’ with Salah after outburst, says Liverpool’s Slot appeared first on Vanguard News.

About 500 Lugbe residents in Abuja have received food items, clothes, and medical support as RCCG Everlasting Light Zone held its annual Tabitha outreach.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot said it was an “easy decision” to include Mohamed Salah in the squad for the 2-0 win over Brighton, following the Egypt forward’s absence from recent matches. Salah, 33, made his first appearance since expressing frustration over last weekend’s 3-3 draw with Leeds, saying he had been “thrown under the bus” […]

The Director-General, National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu has urged relevant stakeholders not to allow the absence of perfect data to deter their commitment towards advancing disability inclusion in Nigeria. Issa-Onilu made the call when he received a delegation from the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), in his office in Abuja. During […]

Real estate developer Adewale Adebayo has emerged as the Osun State gubernatorial candidate for the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in the 2026 governorship election. Adebayo’s nomination was ratified by the Chairman of the APM Primary Committee, Idowu Babarinde, after the The post Real estate developer picks Osun APM guber ticket, vows to dislodge Adeleke appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Ibrahim Gusau has finally reacted to all that transpired at the World Cup play-offs, where the Super Eagles boycotted training due to unpaid bonuses.

Fast-rising Nigerian singer Fola has opened up about his humble beginnings, revealing that he once worked at his father’s betting shop before finding his footing in the music industry.

Enugu police arrested six suspected cult members of the Supreme Vikings Confraternity for forcefully initiating victims. A pistol and cutlasses were recove Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-six-suspected-cult-members-in-enugu/

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the revocation of the bail initially granted to the former Attorney-General of the Federation, Mallam Abubakar Malami, SAN, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as partisan politics. The ADC, in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, stated that, all available evidence […] The post EFCC Plotting To Cripple Malami’s Guber Ambition – ADC appeared first on OsunDefender.