The country has battled power outages in recent weeks, owing to lower generation. The post Power Supply Will Be Better, Tinubu Assures Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigerian athlete Uar Bernard is emerging as one of the standout prospects from the National Football League (NFL) International Player Pathway (IPP) programme, transforming raw athletic ability into a genuine opportunity to break into professional American football. Bernard’s rise is particularly remarkable given his unconventional sporting background. Unlike many elite athletes, he did not grow […]

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Friday said he and his allies are in talks with the Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, and other stakeholders in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), but insisted that the party’s convention must still go on. Wike made the disclosure while speaking with journalists during […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his profound condolences to the former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, following the death of his beloved mother, Hajiya Umma. Hajiya Umma passed away today in Cairo after an illness. President Tinubu described the late matriarch of the El-Rufai family as a mother who lived a remarkable […]

Pastor David Ibiyeomie's grand arrival at a UNIPORT crusade in a Tesla Cybertruck sparked debate on luxury lifestyles among clergymen. Social media reacts intensely.

The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam, has resigned from office, bowing out weeks after the State House of Assembly initiated impeachment proceedings against him. His resignation was confirmed on Friday in a statement issued by Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed, spokesperson of the Kwankwasiyya movement. “The Kwankwasiyya Movement hereby informs the public, the people […]

The commission said the adjustment followed concerns raised by political parties. The post 2027 Elections: INEC Extends Deadline For Party Membership Registers appeared first on Channels Television.

Emergency responders said a man was killed in Israel on Friday after the Israeli military reported missiles fired from Iran, as air raid sirens sounded in Jerusalem and explosions were heard from Jericho. The post One killed in Israel as army reports missiles fired from Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Oladele Israel Suspected hoodlums on Monday night reportedly launched an attack on the Egbedore Local Government Command of the Osun State Security Network Agency (also known as Amotekun in Awo, headquarters of the local government injuring personnel and allegedly carting away firearms. The disturbance was said to have started around 8:00 p.m. when a […] The post Mob Storms Amotekun Office In Osun, Injure Officers, Weapons Missing appeared first on OsunDefender.

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has been granted temporary bail from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The development is to enable him to attend the funeral rites of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, who reportedly died in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday. An aide to the former […]

Mr El-Rufai was a key supporter of Mr Tinubu in the build up to the 2023 presidential election and played a key role in ensuring that the latter emerged as the APC flag bearer. The post Tinubu, Ribadu commiserate with El-Rufai over mother’s death appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Chibuike Nwaiwu reacts after his debut in Super Eagles' 2-1 win over Iran. Eric Chelle replaces Bassey as Nigeria gears up for their next friendly against Jordan.

Since his election in 2023, Tinubu has initiated a raft of reforms, like the removal of the fuel subsidy and the unification of the country’s exchange rate, among others. The post Reforms: Tinubu Laying Foundation For Prosperous Economy, Says Uzodimma appeared first on Channels Television.

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is set to be released from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC). The development was confirmed by his son, Bashir El-Rufai on Friday evening in a post shared on his verified account on X. The post expressed relief and gratitude following the news of his father’s […] The post El-Rufai To Be Released From Detention After Mother’s Death appeared first on OsunDefender.

The South West zone of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has elected new members of its Zonal Working Committee, signaling renewed momentum ahead of the party’s national convention and the 2027 general elections. The elections took place at Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, during a well-attended Zonal Congress described by stakeholders as peaceful and unified. In […]

Woods, who was uninjured in the accident, was detained after the car he was driving clipped a truck and flipped over. The post Tiger Woods Arrested, Charged With DUI After Florida Crash appeared first on Channels Television.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has appealed the judgment of the Federal High Court in Lagos, which declared that the apex bank lacks the authority to dissolve the board and management of Union Bank of Nigeria. In the appeal filed before the Lagos Division of the Court of Appeal, the bank argued that the […]

Mr El-Rufai's mother, Umma El-Rufai, died on Friday. The post ICPC set to release El-Rufai hours after mother’s death appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai. In a condolence message, Ribadu described the late matriarch as a warm and caring figure whose memory would remain with those who had the privilege of knowing her. “Inna lillahi […]

President Bola Tinubu has sent profound condolences to former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El Rufai, on the loss of his beloved mother, Hajiya Umma, who passed away today in Cairo, after an illness. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described the late matriarch of the El-Rufai family as a […]

In a landmark decision at the ongoing APC National Convention, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has adopted a consensus approach for the selection of members of its National Working Committee (NWC). The motion was moved by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, representing Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District, during proceedings at the convention. Akpabio […]

The Kabiru Turaki-led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked the Supreme Court to restrain the faction loyal to Nyesom Wike, minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), from conducting its national convention scheduled for March 29 and 30. The Turaki-led PDP faction, Friday, filed an appeal against the judgement of the Court Of Appeal, which upheld […]

The former Kaduna governor has been in ICPC custody since February 18 over allegations bordering on financial misconduct and other related matters. The post BREAKING: El-Rufai Released From ICPC Custody After Weeks Of Detention — Son appeared first on Channels Television.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio were among top political figures who stormed Eagle Square for the ongoing APC National Convention in Abuja. President Tinubu arrived at the venue at exactly 8:18 p.m., receiving a rousing welcome from party members and supporters who had gathered in large numbers. […]

By Shola Aderinto The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Osun State has stepped up its pre-election preparations, with the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, holding stakeholders’ meetings across the state. The meetings, held in Osogbo, Ede North and Ede South Local Government Areas, aimed to engage stakeholders and discuss security concerns, voter registration, […] The post Osun Guber: INEC Intensifies Pre-Election Preparations, Warn Against Malpractices, Vote Buying appeared first on OsunDefender.

Chairman of the APC Convention Central Coordinating Committee and former Governor of Katsina State, Aminu Bello Masari, has called for unity, discipline, and transparency among delegates at the ongoing APC National Convention. Delivering his welcome address, Masari apologized to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the delay in commencing proceedings, before formally welcoming delegates and participants […]

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed political parties to submit their membership registers at least 21 days before conducting their primaries for the 2027 general elections, in line with the Electoral Act, 2026. The directive follows concerns raised by political parties over the earlier timeline for submission of registers, initially scheduled from April […]

“Are you better of today….?” A spectre haunts Nigeria today, this is the devastating effect of a punitive cost-of-existence crisis. Even before the crisis in the Middle-East Nigerians have been up and against a cruel reality. And it’s getting worse. The current economic situation is as a result of structural dysfunction and the ineptitude of […] The post EDITORIAL: The Crisis Of Affordability appeared first on OsunDefender.

History was made in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, as the Mace Club of Nigeria elected Mace (Chief) Aliu Ajani Odunmbaku, PhD, as its 12th President in a keenly contested but peaceful election. The well-attended exercise drew members from across the country and was conducted by a three-member Mace Electoral Commission chaired by Mace Soji […]

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the release of the first batch of results for the 2026 computer-based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for private candidates. In a statement, the Council disclosed that a total of 10,523 candidates registered for the examination, marking an 11.49 per cent increase compared to the […]

Jordy Bos netted a crucial late winner to spare Australia’s blushes, securing a 1-0 friendly victory over Cameroon in one of the Socceroos’ final World Cup warm-up matches. Bos’s 85th-minute goal papered over what was a largely uninspiring performance from Tony Popovic’s side. In front of 23,798 fans at Stadium Australia on Friday, the Socceroos […]

Popular Nollywood actress, Motilola Akinlami, has reconciled with her former boss and producer, Kunle Afod, years after their messy fallout. DAILY POST recalls that Motilola had in 2024 called Kunle Afod out for preventing other producers from calling her for jobs because she ended her relationship with him over his wife’s insecurity. However speaking in […] Motilola Akinlami finally reconciles with Kunle Afod years after messy fallout [VIDEO]

The Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has said his resignation was in the spirit of responsibility and statesmanship, not an admission of any wrongdoing. The post My resignation shows statesmanship, not admission of wrongdoing — Kano dep gov appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu offers heartfelt condolences to Nasir el-Rufai on the passing of his mother, Hajiya Umma, celebrating her remarkable life and legacy.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops to sustain relentless, proactive, and intelligence-driven operations against terrorists and other criminal elements across the country. The Army Chief emphasised that operational effectiveness and troop welfare remain critical to the Nigerian Army’s success in combating insecurity. He gave the directive on Friday, […]

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has led a wave of condolences following the death of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai. In a solemn message on his verified X account on Friday, Atiku expressed shock over the development, describing the late matriarch as a woman of faith who lived a […]