Designer Katie Perry accused her far more famous namesake of trademark infringement, arguing she had claimed the "Katie Perry" brand before the singer became a global sensation. The post Pop star Katy Perry loses trademark fight against Australian Katie Perry appeared first on Vanguard News.

India has reportedly declined to accept one of Nigeria’s recently nominated ambassadors, citing a diplomatic policy linked to the remaining tenure of the sending government. Sources within Nigeria’s Presidency and the foreign service disclosed that India maintains a standing practice of not accepting ambassadors from governments with less than two years remaining in office. One […]

Popular French model, Thylane Blondeau, has shown off her £34,000 diamond engagement ring at the Paris Fashion Week after accepting boyfriend, DJ Ben Attal’s marriage proposal. Blondeau 24 earned the famous nickname of the most beautiful girl in the world when she was just six years old, according to Vogue Enfants, after joining the fashion […]

Members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly have assured persons with disabilities that the long-awaited Disability Rights Bill will soon be passed into law. The assurance was given when a delegation of the Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD), led by its Bayelsa State chairman, Ekpomokumor Mayor, visited the State House of […]

The family of a 42-year-old man, Kehinde Albert, has appealed to the public for assistance in locating him after he reportedly went missing shortly after leaving the General Hospital Gbagada. PUNCH Metro learnt that Albert has not been seen since February 27, when he disappeared from the hospital where he had been taken for medical [...]

One of the few hazards that attends the disciplines in the humanities and the social sciences is the constant queries about the career options and prospects that are available to students undergoing training in the disciplines. One often hears in conversations such questions as, what can one do with Classics and Philosophy, or Sociology and […]

The Federal Polytechnic, Nekede,  Owerri, Imo State, in its bid to strengthen collaboration between the institution and families of students, has inaugurated a Parents Management Forum (PMF). The forum will assist in creating a platform to deepen stakeholder engagement and support the continued development of the polytechnic. This was contained in a statement issued by […]

Mujidat Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, the Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, has unveiled  a scholarship scheme for over 1,000 indigent students seeking admission into Havilla University Nde 3 -Corner, Ikom local government area of Cross River State for the 2025/2026 academic session. The tuition-free award valued at  N400,000 is in commemoration of her second anniversary as the pro-chancellor and […]

The president of the Democratic Republic of Congo Football Federation, Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, has been found guilty of multiple financial crimes and sentenced to life imprisonment. The verdict follows an eight-month investigation into alleged misconduct within the organisation. BSNsports reports that Mayolas was convicted of money laundering, embezzlement, forgery, and using forged documents. The court […]

Governor Seyi Makinde calls PDP's defections a challenging moment for Nigeria's democracy, expressing hope for recovery amidst political upheaval.

North Korea respects Iran's choice of a new supreme leader, state media said Wednesday, accusing the US and Israel of undermining regional peace. The post North Korea says respects Iran’s choice of new supreme leader – KCNA appeared first on Vanguard News.

An unidentified young man accused of vandalising an electricity transformer in Calabar, Cross River State, has reportedly been lynched and burnt by an angry mob. The incident marks the second case of mob justice linked to alleged transformer vandalism in the area within one month. On February 10, 2026, another unidentified man was reportedly set [...]

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, has approved the introduction of a hybrid payment system for motorists entering airport access gates across the country. The development was made known in a statement by the minister’s Special Adviser on Media and Communications, Mr. Tunde Moshood. According to the statement, the directive was issued […] Keyamo orders immediate change to Airport gate hybrid payment system

The tribute carried deep personal significance for the Super Eagles forward, who lost his mother at a young age, and it left him visibly emotional before the match The post “I lost my mother young”: Emotional Osimhen moved by Galatasaray fans’ tribute before Liverpool clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Veteran Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has revealed while Nigerian music, particularly Afrobeats, went global faster than Nollywood. Speaking in a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, Jalade-Ekeinde cited funding as the main factor driving the difference. The actress, who is also a singer and a former record label owner, explained that making music requires less […] Why Afrobeats went global faster than Nollywood – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River State has accused a group of members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of attempting to take over the party’s structure in the state. Speaking at a press briefing yesterday in Calabar, the party’s Vice Chairman for the Central Senatorial District, McFarlane Ejah, condemned what he described […]

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has approved 100 hectares of land within the Abia Airport Project site for the Nigerian Air Force, NAF, to build its training base in Abia State. The approved was in response to NAF’s earlier request for expansion of the 50 hectares of land already earmarked for the project. Governor Otti […] Otti approves land for Air Force training base in Abia

The Governor of Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has removed the state Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, from office with immediate effect. The decision was announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Tofa. According to the statement, the move is part of the administration’s ongoing efforts to reform [...]

Online personality Tunde Perry reacted to the death of Elena Jessica post-BBL surgery, highlighting troubling societal attitudes towards beauty and investment.

The Edo State House of Assembly ad-hoc committees investigating the ownership of the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) and the Radisson Blu Hotel have said the probe was not aimed at victimising former governor, Godwin Obaseki. The committees, however, stated that Obaseki failed to inform the Assembly when plans were made to transfer ownership […]

US President Donald Trump had initially cheered on the protesters, threatening to intervene on their behalf as authorities launched a deadly crackdown, but his threats soon shifted to Iran's nuclear programme. The post Iran police chief says anti-govt protesters treated as ‘enemies’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

The university, however, noted that examinations scheduled for Wednesday will continue as planned, except in cases where departments already announced a postponement. The post UNILAG speaks on ASUU strike, says examination continues appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Olasunkanmi Akoni Motorists and other road users have been advised to take alternative routes following a truck accident on Wednesday morning at Otedola Bridge along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, inward Lagos. The incident, according to officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), occurred at about 7:00 a.m., resulting in heavy traffic congestion in […] The post Traffic Alert: Gridlock as truck overturns on Otedola Bridge appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian girls have continued to build a high reputation as a major force in World basketball The post DTigress begin World Cup qualifying campaign against Colombia in Lyon appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano has announced the sacking of the state Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, and gave a reason for the development in the state.

In his January speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney gave the impression of a banker turned soothsayer, a Daniel coming to judgment.  Here was a born-again man of international relations who would rally the middle powers (from the middle) and try to assert influence and power in a […]

Nigeria's government has halted petrol import licences, solidifying Dangote Refinery’s lead as it meets 64% of demand. A $750m expansion aims to change the sector.

Ghanaian authorities have arrested 93 Nigerians allegedly linked to cybercrime and human trafficking, while rescuing 73 others reportedly subjected to abuse and forced confinement. According to a report by ABC News GH on Tuesday, citing the Ghana Immigration Service, 91 men and two women were taken into custody on charges including cybercrime and immigration violations. [...]

Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr has opened up about her private relationship, revealing that she’s in a dilemma about it. Appearing in a recent episode of Rock Nation’s The Intern series, Starr revealed that her song ‘Where Do We Go’ was inspired by a private relationship and the dilemma of going public or not. “‘Where Do […] Ayra Starr opens up about her dilemma in private relationship

Bayern Munich are keen to replace their striker, Harry Kane, with Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen in the near future. This was disclosed by former Beşiktaş midfielder, Sinan Engin. According to Engin, Kane is leaving Bayern, and as a result, the Bundesliga giants have offered Galatasaray €115m for Osimhen. Speaking on the Asist Analiz YouTube channel, Engin […] Bayern Munich to replace Kane with Osimhen, offer €115m to Galatasaray

  LAGOS – The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed concern over the evolving crisis in the Middle East, saying that it has the potential to negatively affect Nigeria’s economic…

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State, has sacked his Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa. The post Gov. Yusuf sacks Kano Head of Service appeared first on Vanguard News.

New attacks were reported across the Gulf region early Wednesday, with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates reporting interceptions of missiles and drones. The post Iran strikes US, Israel, Gulf nations amid oil price fluctuations appeared first on Vanguard News.

The University of Lagos, UNILAG, has rebuked its chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, for announcing an industrial action without following proper procedures. The ASUU UNILAG chapter, during a congress held on Tuesday, instructed lecturers to withdraw their services from Wednesday, citing incomplete payment of January and February salaries. The union claimed […] UNILAG rejects ASUU strike, confirms exams will proceed

Nigeria’s political landscape has long been shaped by rivalry, personal grudges, and a persistent culture of retaliation. In everyday parlance, the phrase “do-me-I-do-you” captures this reality with brutal clarity: if you frustrate my interests today, I will frustrate yours tomorrow. It is a mindset that has defined political behaviour across the country for decades. Recent […]

Ogun State chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has urged Christian leaders to back a Muslim candidate for governor in 2027, citing fairness and equity. They argued that it’s time for a religious balance in leadership, given the state’s Christian governor currently. According to them, since the creation of the state in 1976, Muslim […] 2027: MURIC seeks religious balance, urges Ogun Christians to support Muslim candidate