Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted on Sunday that Israel would do "everything necessary" to stop Hezbollah from regrouping in Lebanon and Hamas from doing the same in Gaza. The post Israel’s Netanyahu vows to keep striking Hamas, Hezbollah appeared first on Vanguard News.

Cross River State will honour four former civilian governors during the annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony on November 30, 2025, an event that officially signals the start of the month-long Carnival Calabar. The gesture, the first of its kind, was approved by Governor Bassey Otu. The former governors to be recognised are Dr. Clement Ebri, Mr. […] Cross River to honour four ex-governors to kickstart 2025 Carnival Calabar

Former Premier League star, Michael Owen, has described Chelsea striker, Liam Delap, as selfish following the Blues’ 2-0 win over Burnley on Saturday. He also described the England international’s performance in the game as a ‘mixed bag’, saying the player needs to do better. Goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez helped Chelsea beat Burnley […] EPL: ‘He should’ve passed the ball’ – Owen criticises ‘selfish’ Chelsea’s Delap

Adigun Adepoju Ibraheem, a Marine Scientist, has called for concerted efforts to deepen understanding between the ocean and the communities that rely on it. Speaking with newsmen, Adigun described the… The post Marine Scientist Calls For Stronger Understanding Between Oceans, Coastal Communities appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

House of Representatives member, Hon Abdullahi Ahmed, has awarded over N54M million scholarships to 2,199 students in Musawa/Matazu Federal constituency pursuing their various higher education programs across the country. The… The post Lawmaker Awards Over N54M Scholarship To 2,199 Constituent Students appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Kogi State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (Kogi L‑PRES) has commenced a capacity‑building workshop to mainstream Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) and Participatory Learning Action (PLA) methodologies into livestock… The post Kogi L‑PRES Holds Workshop On PRA/PLA For 300 Livestock Extension Workers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, says transferring the pro-Biafra leader, Nnamdi Kanu, to a prison in Sokoto State jeopardises his safety and could frustrate his right of appeal. The spokesman of IPOB, Emma Powerful, in a statement on Sunday, described the sentence and transfer as malicious. Powerful alleged that they form part of a […] IPOB kicks against Nnamdi Kanu’s transfer to Sokoto prison

The Military High Command on Sunday announced that it is investigating an allegation made by the Governor of Kebbi State regarding the timing of troop movements before the abduction of 25 students from Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga. The post Military probing claim of troop withdrawal before abduction of 25 students in Maga appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Gombe State Police Command says a report claiming that ECWA Church in Kashere, Akko local government, was attacked is “entirely false”. According to the Command, officers immediately contacted one of the church elders through the Divisional Police Officer in Pindiga and the officer in charge of the Kashere outstation and confirmed the report as […] Police clarifies rumoured attack on Gombe church

Messaging platform WhatsApp has rolled out native multi-account support for iPhone users, finally bringing iOS in line with its Android version. The post WhatsApp to allow iPhone users log in to multiple accounts appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, will officially resume office on Monday, November 24th, 2025, following the conclusion of his two-week leave. Governor Oyebanji, who proceeded on a… The post Oyebanji Ends Two-Week Working Leave, Resumes Monday appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Cross River State Government has cancelled the earlier-issued cattle movement permit for the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association. The post Insecurity: Cross River Govt cancels cattle movement permit to Miyetti Allah appeared first on Vanguard News.

Edo State Special Security Squad, during the weekend, demolished a property used as a major operational base by kidnappers at Egbai Community, Ovia North-East local government area of the State. The kidnappers, identified as Anthony Fedigha Ebimienwei and Luke Disemoh, were arrested following “high-level, intelligence-driven surveillance.” When paraded, the suspects confessed to their role in […]

The National President, Federal Polytechnic Ado Ekiti Alumni Association (FEDPAA), Dr Oyedokun Abiodun, has admonished members to develop themselves in relevant skills and specialized knowledge. He equally appealed to the… The post Develop Yourself In Specialized Knowledge, Skills, FedPoly Alumni Charges appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Psaltry International Company Limited, with backing from the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) and First City Monument Bank (FCMB), has kicked off an ambitious initiative to train 15,000 young women The post Firm partners NADF, others to train 15,000 female cassava farmers in Oyo appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has slammed the appointment of Xpress Payment Solutions Limited as a new collecting agent under the Treasury Single Account, TSA, framework of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRS. In a statement via his verified X on Sunday, Atiku described the move as a dangerous attempt to revive the Alpha Beta-style […] ‘Resurrection of revenue cartel’ – Atiku knocks FIRS over appointment of TSA agent

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has conferred its highest professional honour on Prince Samben Nwosu, declaring him Nigeria’s Best Performing Business Development Service Provider (BDSP)… The post SMEDAN Names Samben Nwosu Nigeria’s Best Performing BDSP For 2025 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Pope Leo XIV has appealed for the immediate release of 315 people abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Agwarra Local Government Area of Niger State. Speaking on Sunday, the Pontiff expressed deep distress over the mass kidnapping, which included students, teachers, priests, and other members of the Catholic community. “I […] Pope Leo XIV demands immediate release of 315 abducted Niger students, teachers

…APC’s unity will not be threatened after guber primary—NPA Boss The initiative of the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has empowered 1,000 market women in four Local The post Oyetola’s initiative empowers 1,000 women in four Osun LGAs with business grants appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), has apprehended notorious kidnapper Umar Geyi at Jandei-Kulamu in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba state. Geyi The post Troops nab notorious kidnapper Umar Geyi in Taraba appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc, mnips, PhD, has unveiled a reinforced security framework across schools and churches in the state as part of ongoing… The post CP Orutugu Orders Heightened Security In Schools, Churches appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

In a decisive push to strengthen peace, security, and community partnership in Anambra State, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc mnips PhD, on 22nd November 2025, received a… The post Solidifying Security Ties: Aguleri Leaders, CO Orutugu Renew Commitment To Peace In Anambra appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Ayo Onikoyi At the Entertainment Week Africa music panel on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Eko Hotel played host to some of Nigeria’s most influential female artists—Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade, Sasha P, Qing Madi, Teni, and Waje—who gathered to discuss the highs and lows of being a woman in the music industry. The panel, themed […] The post You are standing up for many females — Yemi Alade to Tiwa Savage appeared first on Vanguard News.

Pope Leo XIV called Sunday for the release of over 300 hostages taken from a Catholic school in one of the largest mass kidnappings in Nigeria. The post Pope calls for release of 315 seized in Nigerian mass school kidnapping appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Port Harcourt Area Manager, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Bernard Ekawu, has received the Nelson Mandela Leadership Award of Excellence from the Stay-Africa Youth Development Initiative (SAYDI-AFRICA). Presenting the The post NIWA manager receives Nelson Mandela Leadership Award appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

…it is in line with Civil Service rules, says HoS Bayelsa state Head of Service (HoS), Dr Wisdom Sawyer, at the weekend, stopped about seven non-indigene directors in the state’s The post Perm Sec: Bayelsa HoS stops non-indigene directors from writing competency test appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Police Command in Anambra has stepped up patrols and intensified intelligence gathering, as part of measures to secure schools and Churches in the State. The post Police beef up security in schools, churches in Anambra appeared first on Vanguard News.

Wahala Podcast, hosted by the dynamic and talented Josy Anne, is quickly establishing itself as one of the most exciting entertainment platforms in the UK. Known for its bold conversations, viral wahala moments, and exclusive celebrity interviews, the podcast has become a go-to destination for fans looking to engage with African and Afro-diaspora culture, UK […]

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is set to take centre stage at this year’s All Maritime Journalists Retreat, where it will lead strategic discussions on accelerating the digital transformation The post FIRS to drive tech reforms at MARCON retreat appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated the Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe, as the monarch marks his 80th birthday and 35 years on the throne. Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, described the twin celebrations as a remarkable favour from God and a […]

Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, have achieved another major breakthrough in Operation Zafin Wuta with the arrest of a wanted kidnap suspect in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State. Acting on reliable intelligence, soldiers arrested Mr. Umar Musa Geyi on 22 November 2025 at […]

November 23, (THEWILL) — Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as Tuface, has reportedly welcomed a baby girl with his wife, Edo lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru. The joyful news surfaced online after Natasha reportedly shared a brief post on her Facebook page that read, “It’s a girl.” Although the couple has not yet issued an […] The post Tuface, Natasha Osawaru Reportedly Welcome Baby Girl appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A strange incident occurred in Bayelsa State, where the funeral of a woman famous for her unusual love of Coca-Cola drew widespread attention. According to those who knew her, she rarely went a day or even a night without drinking Coke, to the point that she preferred it over water. At her funeral, her affection […]

The precautionary measure comes against the backdrop of heightened fears following recent attacks and kidnappings targeting schools and communities in parts of northern Nigeria The post PHOTOS: Parents Evacuate Students From FGGC Bwari Amid Heightened Security Fears appeared first on Channels Television.

Former Katsina Senator Yakubu Lado Danmarke, through the Lado Development Foundation, has written off the school fees of no fewer than 17,888 students across Katsina State as part of ongoing The post Ex-Senator pays school fees for 17,888 Katsina students, expands support in  healthcare appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has faulted the recent remarks made by the 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, regarding the conviction of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. The post Nnamdi Kanu: Lagos APC criticizes Obi’s comment, describes position as misguided appeared first on Vanguard News.