One of the aspirants in the 2027 Lagos State governorship race, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor has officially withdrawn from the contest under the platform of the All Progressives The post JUST IN: Jandor withdraws from Lagos 2027 governorship race appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Man Utd and England star Ashley Young announces his retirement from professional football, ending an illustrious 23-year career at Ipswich Town. Read More: https://punchng.com/ashley-young-retires-after-23-year-football-career/

One of the governorship aspirants under the under the platform of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State ahead of the 2027 elections, Dr Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has announced his withdrawal. Adediran on Thursday, addressing the media, party leaders of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, and his supporters at Liberty House, Adeniyi Jones Secretariat […] BREAKING: Jandor withdraws from 2027 Lagos governorship race

The House of Representatives Committee on Infectious Diseases, has resumed full probe into the over $4.6 billion in grants received by Nigeria from international donors between 2021 and 2025 for the fight against HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria. The House had mandated the committee to investigate the the $1.8 billion the country received from Global Fund […]

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have paid a solemn visit to the 9/11 Memorial in New York, leaving a handwritten message of solidarity for the victims of the 2001 terrorist attacks. The royal couple, who are on an official visit to the United States, laid a wreath at the site where the Twin Towers […]

The Archdiocese of Owerri has confirmed the desecration of the Chapel of Adoration at St. Mulumba Parish Owerri, following a break-in by unidentified persons who carted away the Blessed Sacrament. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by the Archdiocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Patrick C. Mbarah, the incident was said to have occurred in […] Hoodlums break into Catholic chapel, cart away Blessed Sacrament in Owerri

Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has publicly criticised her colleague, Rosy Meurer, as tensions surrounding Meurer’s relationship with Olakunle Churchill continue to stir debate. Taking to her Instagram story, Okorie asserted that relationships built on questionable foundations rarely endure. She remarked that no woman with self-respect would pursue a partner already committed to another. “Wetin dem […]

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has reflected on her career journey as she celebrates two decades in the industry. Sharing a video clip from the film that propelled her into the spotlight, Aigbe remarked that, despite spending over 20 years in Nollywood, she remains committed to growth and purpose. She highlighted her continued evolution […]

Amnesty alleges deaths and abuse of detained people in the Kwara military camp. The post 150 displaced persons died in military detention camp in Kwara — Amnesty International appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Tension has been reported in parts of Enugu State following allegations of mob attempts to attack certain individuals over claims of same-sex relationships. The post Tension in Enugu community over alleged same-sex relationship appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Diocese on the Niger of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, has suspended a popular priest, Ifunanya Maduka, over allegations of staging prophecies and presenting them as divine revelations. Maduka, who served as the Vicar of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Nteje, in Anambra State, was suspended for six months without pay, according to a [...]

The NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company (NGIC), a subsidiary of NNPC Limited, has completed the River Niger crossing for the 130-kilometre Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) Gas Pipeline. The company said on Thursday, that the crossing, executed about two kilometres beneath the River Niger riverbed, was delivered by the NNPC project team working with PCE Nig. Limited, using advanced […]

The Tsamiya-Kamba corridor will revive regional commerce, but jihadist expansion could quickly unravel the gains. The post Nigeria-Niger-Benin cross-border trade resumes amid security risks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Lagos chapter of the Planks and Building Materials Market Association has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term and backed Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat for The post Planks, building materials traders back Tinubu second term, endorse Hamzat in Lagos appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The federal government and key stakeholders in Nigeria’s industrial sector have reaffirmed their commitment to balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability, following the closure of the GEF–UNIDO Industrial Energy Efficiency and Resource Efficient Cleaner Production (IEE & RECP) project. The project was funded by the Global Environment Facility and implemented by the United Nations Industrial […]

Nigerian singer, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has spoken about the impact of Lagos on his career, revealing that the city was crucial to his maturity journey. Asake, who relocated to Lagos after graduating from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ille-Ife, said the city nurtured him into manhood. Speaking in a recent interview with Spotify, the […] Many musicians far more talented than me but not heard – Asake

The United Kingdom, High Commissioner in Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, and the Deputy High Commissioner, Gill Lever, have visited political leaders and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC officials ahead of the 2027 general elections. The UK High Commission disclosed this in a statement posted on its X handle on Thursday. The Commission vowed to work […] UK High Commission visits INEC, Atiku, Obi ahead of 2027 elections [PHOTOS]

MSport, one of the biggest and best betting platforms in Africa, has launched its latest TVC campaign, Play Where You Belong, in partnership with Chelsea Football Club. The campaign captures a simple but powerful idea: football starts before kick-off — in preparation, in decision-making, and in the moments where fans choose to take part in […] The post Play Where You Belong — The Game Starts Before Kick-off | MSport x Chelsea FC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Crude prices have soared since the United States and Israel launched the war against Iran in late February and Tehran closed the Strait of Hormuz in response. The post Oil Crisis Fuels Calls To Speed Up Clean Energy Transition appeared first on Channels Television.

Tension and grief have enveloped the Minanata community in Sokoto South Local Government Area of Sokoto State following the killing of a 15-year-old volunteer teacher, Malam Usman Halilu. Residents, civil society organisations and other stakeholders voiced their anger on Wednesday during a joint press briefing organised by the Minanata Community and the Minanata Future Association, [...]

Disu extended condolences to the family of the deceased and gave assurances that the case would be treated with the seriousness it deserved. The post Effurun killing: IGP Olatunji Disu orders dismissal, prosecution of ASP Nuhu Usman appeared first on Vanguard News.

The African Democratic Congress on Thursday said Nigeria’s democracy was facing a critical test as the Supreme Court of Nigeria delivered judgment on a high-stakes leadership dispute within the party. In a statement shared via its official X handle, the party described the moment as decisive for the country’s democratic future, declaring that “hope is [...]

Chiamaka grows distant as her mother senses hidden pain, while Ngozi subtly shapes the child’s guilt and fear. Tunde confronts reality as buried truths surface.

Read Ha-Shem Academy’s official statement on the JAMB CBT Centre blacklisting. We clarify our voluntary withdrawal before JAMB’s press release. Read More: https://punchng.com/the-blacklisting-of-ha-shem-academy-limited-as-a-cbt-centre-by-jamb-2026-utme-setting-the-record-straight/

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has thrown his weight behind a suit seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. The post 2027 Polls: Why INEC should deregister ADC, APP, 3 other parties, AGF tells court appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new long-term contract at Manchester United, keeping him at the club until 2031 and ending months of uncertainty. Read More: https://punchng.com/mainoo-signs-new-man-utd-contract/

Economic activity in Nigeria slowed in April 2026, as the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 49.4 points, dropping below the 50-point threshold that separates expansion from contraction. The post Economic activity expansion halts in April as PMI dips to 49.4 points appeared first on Vanguard News.

SME Africa 2026 is scheduled for Wednesday, May 13 – Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Four Points… This article Africa Business Convention – SME Africa 2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs, following the resignation of Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, who reportedly stepped down to pursue political ambitions ahead of the 2027 elections. The Presidency confirmed the development in a statement made available to The News Chronicle, noting that Ambassador Odumegwu-Ojukwu previously […]

One of the aspirants in the 2027 Lagos State governorship race, Dr. Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has formally withdrawn from the contest under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The post Lagos 2027: Jandor withdraws from governorship race appeared first on Vanguard News.

The United States’ war in Iran has ​cost 25 billion dollars so far, a senior Pentagon official said, providing the first official estimate of the military’s ‌price tag for the conflict. The post US war in Iran cost $25bn so far, says Pentagon official appeared first on Vanguard News.

ActionAid Nigeria says it has equipped over 135,000 smallholder farmers and youths, mostly women, with skills to adopt climate-resilient farming practices across several states.

A United States lawmaker, Rep. Riley M. Moore, has accused the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of spending “millions lobbying Congress” while allegedly failing to address what he described as the “genocide Nigerian Christians face daily.” Moore made the claims in a series of posts on his X (formerly Twitter) page, where he also […] The post Tinubu Spending Millions on Lobbying Congress Instead of Addressing ‘Christian Genocide’ — US Lawmaker appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has criticised supporters of Peter Obi, saying they view national issues from a negative perspective. Bwala made the remarks in a post shared on his official X handle on Thursday, while reacting to a cartoon of him holding a glass of water […] Only Obi, his trojans see half empty that depicts Obidients – Bwala

The African Business & Leadership Summit (ABLS 2026) will hold on Tuesday, May 12 – Wednesday, May 13,… This article African Business & Leadership Summit (ABLS 2026) appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

NNPC Ltd completes the OB3 River Niger pipeline crossing, unlocking 2 billion scf/d gas capacity to boost Nigeria’s power, industry, and economic growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-completes-critical-ob3-river-niger-pipeline-crossing/