The glitz and glamour of the Cannes film festival returns to the French Riviera on Tuesday. Here is AFP’s selection of the issues, stars and films likely to dominate on and off the red carpet during the May 13-24 extravaganza: The post Cannes film festival: what to look out for appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

There is no denying the fact that Minister Nyesom Wike is a man of strong opinions and commanding presence. But his recent assertion that anyone who criticizes President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for non-performance is “blind” reeks of insensitivity, arrogance, and sheer political elitism. It is even more insulting when such a declaration is made [...]

The candidates and their families have taken to social media to express concerns over the results and demand a review. The post 2025 UTME: JAMB speaks as candidates, other Nigerians protest low scores appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Jay Jay Okocha has discussed his time at French club Paris Saint-Germain as he applauded the team after picking a ticket to this season's Champions League final.

Burkina Faso and Russia traded phrases, after the symbolic Victory Day military parade held on May 9th in the Kremlin, to fight growing terrorism and widespread in the West African Sahel region, an elongated landlocked territory located between North Africa (Maghreb) and West Africa, During the bilateral talks in the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin [...]

A civic group, CADR, has called for the end of emergency rule in Rivers state, accusing the federal government of undermining democracy and escalating unrest.

LAGOS – The Concerned Citizens Network for Democracy (CCND) has given the Benue and Zamfara State Houses of Assembly a 72-hour ultimatum to recall all suspended lawmakers or face legal action seeking to halt statutory monthly allocations to the two states. In a statement issued in Abuja and signed by Moses Adamu, the group’s Secretary-General, […]

Nigeria's Mining Cadastre Office (MCO) has announced revenue exceeding ₦6.95 billion in the first quarter of 2025, attributing the achievement to digitization, increased transparency, and a reduction in litigations. The post How reduced litigations, digitization led to ₦6.95bn revenue in Q1 – Mining Office appeared first on Vanguard News.

LAGOS – A civic coalition under the banner of the Citizens’ Action for Democratic Restoration (CADR) has called for the immediate end of emergency rule in Rivers State, warning that the federal government’s intervention has derailed constitutional order and deepened unrest in the oil-rich state. The group, led by its National President, Dr. Maryleen Ebere […]

A man, convinced his wife was unfaithful, visited a village juju man for answers. The diviner demanded sand from the man’s yard for a ritual. Two weeks later, the man returned with the sample. After incantations, the juju man revealed shocking truths: the man’s children were not his, his daughter was entangled with five men, [...]

In April 2025, Nigeria’s health sector faced a mix of urgent challenges and progress. The post Major Health Stories Across Nigeria in April appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Concerned Citizens Network for Democracy (CCND) has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the Benue and Zamfara State Houses of Assembly to reinstate all suspended lawmakers or face legal action The post Assembly crisis: Group urges CBN, Accountant General to halt monthly allocations to Benue, Zamfara appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Pope Leo XIV will lead the Regina Coeli prayer from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica on Sunday, in his second official public appearance since becoming the leader of the Catholic Church. The noon (1000 GMT) prayer is expected to The post Leo XIV to address faithful with St Peter’s prayer appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

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As Nigerians look forward to the 2027 election, Primate Elijah Ayodele has released a prophecy on three politicians who can sack President Bola Tinubu.

Actress Chioma Chukwuka broke down in tears on Saturday after winning the Best Lead Actress award at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for her role in “Seven Doors.” The post Chioma Chukwuka breaks down in tears after winning Best Lead Actress at AMVCA 2025 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A civic coalition, Citizens’ Action for Democratic Restoration (CADR), has demanded an immediate end to emergency rule in Rivers State, warning that the federal government’s actions have derailed constitutional governance The post Civic group demands end to emergency rule in Rivers, urges FG to protect democracy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Miller Dantawaye, has charged the newly graduated officers of Course seven from the ongoing in-house Refresher Training to uphold professionalism, commitment, hard work, and improved service delivery. The Kogi State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) SP William Ovye Aya quoted the Commissioner to have given the charge during […] Kogi CP charges officers on professionalism, as Course 7 graduates

Oil giant Saudi Aramco on Sunday reported a drop of 4.6 in its first-quarter net profits as lower sales and higher operating costs hit the lynchpin of the kingdom’s ambitious economic reform plans. Profits fell due to “lower revenue and The post Saudi Aramco net profits drop 4.6 percent in first quarter: statement appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Vatican unveiled Pope Leo XIV’s portrait and signature, marking his return to tradition. His papal symbols reflect deep Catholic heritage and historic continuity.

Road accidents are frequent in Sri Lanka, with official data showing that buses are often involved.

Data provided by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has revealed that Anambra and Lagos States top the list of suspects arrested in connection with malpractices during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The post Anambra, Lagos top list of 2025 UTME malpractices as JAMB uncovers new fraud tactics appeared first on Vanguard News.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday proposed direct negotiations in the coming days to end the conflict in Ukraine but did not address a 30-day ceasefire proposal drawn up hours earlier by European allies of Kyiv, reportedly with US backing. The post Putin proposes direct Ukraine talks but quiet on 30-day ceasefire appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

A Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Aba South LGA, has arraigned two men, Chidi Onyendi (47) and Kalu Maduka (76), on allegations of conspiracy, theft of a N14 million transformer, and issuing threats against community leaders who reported them. Presiding over the case at Magistrate Court 1, Magistrate Erinma Maduagwu granted the defendants bail in […] Two community leaders arraigned in court for alleged transformer theft in Aba

Today marks another Mother’s Day on the U.S. calendar, and predictably, the age-old groan resurfaces.Another one? How many do moms get?’ But behind this cheeky complaint lies a richer, messier truth about gender roles, emotional labor, and why the calendar might not be the real issue at all. Another Mother’s Day? What is this, the [...]

Unsurprisingly calm and quiet, Madinah is the place where millions of Muslims feel safer than at home. The post TRAVELOGUE: A trip to the holy cities of Makkah, Madinah appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Fourth Sunday of Easter, Year C: Vocation/Good Shepherd Sunday – 11 April 2025. Readings – Acts 13:14, 43-52; Responsorial Psalm 100:1-2, 3, 5; Rev. 7:9, 14B-17 & Gospel Jn. 10:27-30. The first reading recounts how the persecuted apostles Paul and Barnabas spoke out fearlessly while making inroads among the gentiles who received the Word of [...]

The Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria has extended congratulations to Catholics in Nigeria and worldwide following the election of Pope Leo XIV, marking the conclusion of the Papal Conclave. In a statement by its National President, Prince Mosediq Kazeem, SAN, the The post Ansar-ud-Deen congratulates Catholics on election of Pope Leo XIV appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Davido surprised his daughter Hailey at her 8th birthday party in Senegal, delighting kids and adults alike. In reactions, some netizens sent messages to Sophia

Lionel Messi suffered the heaviest defeat of his MLS career as Inter Miami crashed to a 4-1 loss against Minnesota United on Saturday. The Argentine scored in the second half but Miami’s defence was once again exposed as they fell The post Messi suffers worst defeat in MLS as Miami fall again appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Some dissatisfied members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, staged a protest on Saturday over what they described as the imposition of chairmanship candidates in Lagos Mainland Local Government and Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA) ahead of the July 12 local government elections in Lagos State. The protest followed the party’s chairmanship primary held […] APC primary: Protest erupts in Lagos Mainland, Yaba over alleged imposition of candidates

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has secured the freedom of eight female inmates from the Goron-Dutse Correctional Facility after settling their fines and compensation charges. Among those released were two pregnant women and two nursing mothers. This was made known in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, on Saturday in Kano. [...]

Liverpool manager, Arne Slot has insisted that his Arsenal counterpart, Mikel Arteta has created a ‘special’ team with the Gunners ahead of both sides’ Premier League tie on Sunday evening. Slot said this while hitting back at Arteta’s critique amid Arsenal finishing the season without a trophy. Arsenal will now end the season without a […] Liverpool vs Arsenal: He created special team – Slot hits back at Arteta’s critique

The Anambra State Government has placed a one-month suspension on Blossom Fount School, located in Awka, following revelations that the institution monetized the selection process for its primary school’s head prefect. This disciplinary action was made known through a statement issued on Saturday by the state’s Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh. According to the [...]

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian man spoke about the demise of actor Junior Pope. Netizens reacted massively.

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the accreditation of 17 courses at Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Bauchi State. According to the university’s Public Relations Officer, Auwal Hassan, it is a milestone for the university and demonstrates the commitment of The post NUC accredits 17 courses at Sa’adu Zungur University appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.