The Imo APC has opened a petition window for aspirants with complaints from the House of Reps primary elections. Find out the deadline and how to submit. Read More: https://punchng.com/imo-apc-opens-petition-window-for-house-of-reps-primary-complaints/

Lagos State warns residents against eating spoiled tomatoes (Ata Esha) due to serious health risks like liver damage from harmful toxins. Learn more now. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-warns-residents-against-consumption-of-spoiled-tomatoes/

The APC Appeal Committee for Delta State urges aggrieved aspirants to submit complaints from the primaries, promising a fair and neutral process for all. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-appeal-committee-promises-fairness-neutrality-in-delta/

Yerima Shettima has withdrawn from the Kaduna Central Senate race, pledging loyalty to the APC and supporting the party’s chosen candidates. Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-withdraws-from-kaduna-central-senate-race-backs-apc-candidates/

The Ekiti State Government has invested N9.7bn in UBEC counterpart funds, boosting basic education, renovating classrooms, and improving teacher welfare. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-invests-n9-7bn-in-ubec-counterpart-funds-subeb-chairman/

Yusuf Gagdi, representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam, fails to secure the APC return ticket for a third term after losing the primary to John Tongshinen. Read More: https://punchng.com/plateau-rep-loses-apc-return-ticket/

Pro-Chancellors urge Nigerian universities to create AI & digital committees to drive responsible AI adoption and ensure sustainable education funding. Read More: https://punchng.com/pro-chancellors-urge-govts-to-set-up-ai-digital-committees-for-sustainable-funding/

Kogi monarchs from Oworo land resolve to collaborate with the state government to tackle rising insecurity, kidnapping, and banditry for community developm Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-monarchs-unite-to-fight-kidnapping-banditry/

A drone strike sparked a fire near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE. Authorities report no injuries or impact on radiation levels. Read More: https://punchng.com/drone-strike-starts-fire-outside-uae-nuclear-plant/

Sani Abdullahi was shot dead by soldiers amid protests over delayed APC primary elections in Plateau State, causing shock within the local community.

Ogun State Government has disclosed that all persons admitted at the State Hospital, Ijebu-Ode, following the recent chemical inhalation incident in some schools within the town, have been discharged after receiving medical attention and being certified fit by health personnel. The post Ogun confirms full recovery of victims in Ijebu-Ode gas incident appeared first on Vanguard News.

A resident of Kasuwan Ali Community, Mangu LGA of Plateau State, Sani Abdullahi, has reportedly been shot dead during the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election. Eyewitnesses said the victim was allegedly hit by a stray bullet fired by soldiers after a disagreement over delays in the commencement of the exercise turned […]

Former Nasarawa Governor Al-Makura declares full support for ex-IGP Mohammed Adamu ahead of the upcoming Nasarawa APC governorship primaries. Read More: https://punchng.com/al-makura-declares-support-for-ex-ig-ahead-of-nasarawa-apc-governorship-primaries/

Reports indicate that Nigerian soldiers and Boko Haram terrorists are currently engaged in a gun battle in Benishek, under Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State. Residents in the area have been urged to remain indoors and stay vigilant as the security situation unfolds. Details surrounding casualties or the extent of the confrontation remain unclear […]

Former Arsenal star, Jack Wilshere, has picked the trophy he wants the Gunners to win between the English Premier League and the UEFA Champions League. Arsenal have just three fixtures remaining in both the Champions League and the Premier League this term. Mikel Arteta’s side will win both trophies if they win their last three […] EPL, UCL: Jack Wilshere picks trophy he wants Arsenal to win

By Evelyn Usman The reported neutralisation of Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, described as the second-in-command of the Islamic State (ISIS) globally and one of the most influential commanders of ISWAP, along with scores of other terrorists, through a joint operation involving the Armed Forces of Nigeria and the United States military, represents an extraordinary milestone in the […] The post Al-Minuki’s death, turning point in anti-terror war – Ex-Army spokesman appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, says it has stepped up surveillance and emergency response following an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a confirmed imported case in Uganda. In a public health advisory signed by NCDC Director-General, Dr  Jide Idris, the agency said it […] We’re closely monitoring Ebola situation — Nigerian Govt

A House of Representatives aspirant for Kosofe Federal Constituency under the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Hon. Oluremi Oluwalogbon-Odunsi, has rejected the results being circulated from the party’s primary election held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, insisting that no valid election took place in the constituency. Oluwalogbon-Odunsi maintained that the figures and declarations […] ‘No election held’ – Kosofe APC aspirant rejects primary results

Two Kannywood actors face a one-year suspension for a controversial video violating Kano's moral standards, sparking debates on censorship and creative freedom.

A fresh political controversy is unfolding within the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Niger State as pressure mounts on one of its governorship aspirants, Mallam Idris Usman Makanta, popularly known as “Shinkafan Nupe,” to withdraw from the forthcoming primary over his connection to an alleged N3 billion rice supply fraud involving the state government. The […] ADC guber aspirant faces pressure to withdraw over alleged N3bn rice contract fraud

There was pandemonium in Kasuwan Ali community, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State on Sunday as a resident, Sani Abdullahi, was shot dead at the venue of the All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives primary election. According to Daily Trust, the victim was gunned down by soldiers after a disagreement over the commencement of the […] BREAKING: Man shot dead at venue of APC primaries in Plateau

Shettima, at a press conference in Kaduna, said his decision followed extensive consultations and careful reflection, stressing that he remained loyal to the APC and committed to the unity of the party. The post Activist Yerima Shettima withdraws from APC Kaduna Central Senate race appeared first on Vanguard News.

Adamu, brother to former Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has won the APC House of Representatives primary for Chanchaga ahead of the 2027 elections.

Michael Carrick reportedly agrees to a long-term deal as Manchester United manager after guiding the club to Champions League qualification in 2025/26.

Following the tragic Oyo school attack, the Alaafin calls for a holistic approach to intelligence gathering to combat the rising insecurity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-school-attack-alaafin-calls-for-holistic-approach-to-intelligence-gathering/

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been shortlisted for the Serie A Player of the Month award for May 2026, following a series of commanding displays for Udinese. The 26-year-old has emerged as one of Italy’s top goalkeepers this season, recording 10 clean sheets in 28 league appearances. That achievement places him in exclusive company […]

Major upsets have been recorded in the All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives primaries across Benue State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Results released by the party and obtained by DAILY POST showed that while some incumbents secured return tickets, others lost out in keenly contested primaries. Among the notable winners was incumbent […] APC primaries: Five Reps fail to secure return tickets in Benue

Raphael Onyedika appears to be heading for the exit door at Club Brugge this summer, following his decision to turn down a contract extension. The Nigerian midfielder’s rejection of a new deal has signaled his intent to move on, with the Belgian champions now bracing for his departure. The 25-year-old currently has just one year […]

Former Nasarawa State Governor, Umaru Tanko Al-Makura, has declared his full support for the governorship ambition of a former Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu. Al-Makura made this announcement on Sunday at the Emir’s Palace in Lafia, the state capital, during the grand finale of consultative visits to various traditional rulers’ palaces in the state by the campaign […] Nasarawa: Al-Makura declares support for ex-IGP Adamu ahead APC guber primaries

The Confederation of African Football will conduct the qualifying draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, officially launching the road to the tournament co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. In a statement released on Sunday, CAF confirmed that 48 nations will discover their paths to the finals during the event at the […]

The group cautioned that higher interest rates could weaken economic growth, private-sector investment, industrial productivity, and employment. The post CPPE cautions CBN against monetary tightening ahead of the MPC meeting appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A resident of Kasuwan Ali Community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, Sani Abdullahi, has been gunned down at the venue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the House of Representatives seat. Eyewitnesses told Daily Trust that the victim was shot dead by soldiers following a disagreement over the commencement […] The post Just In: Man Shot Dead At Venue Of APC Primaries In Plateau appeared first on OsunDefender.

Pastor Emmanuel Iren shared his observations after visiting Bishop David Oyedepo's 100k capacity Ark Auditorium. His video sparked reactions online

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has ordered the immediate revitalisation of the Safe School Initiative by the Ministry of Education and other relevant government and security agencies. The directive came in the wake of recent school kidnappings in Oyo state. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, copy of which was obtained in […] The post Oyo Kidnapping: Governor Adeleke Directs Immediate Revitalisation of Safe School Initiative appeared first on OsunDefender.

A resident of Kasuwan Ali community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, Sani Abdullahi, has been reportedly shot dead at the venue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the House of Representatives. The post One killed at Plateau APC primary election venue appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the response of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to the renewed anti-immigrant tensions in South Africa, describing it as slow, underwhelming, and embarrassing. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said it was unacceptable that Nigeria had to be […]