Nigeria Customs Service debunks social media claims on recruitment cancellation, affirming commitment to transparency and urging reliance on official channels.

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf nominates Alhaji Murtala Garo as the new Kano deputy governor, sending his name to the state assembly for confirmation. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-kano-gov-nominates-garo-as-deputy/

The United States imposed a naval blockade on Iran's ports and coasts on April 13, days after a ceasefire was announced that paused its war with Iran. The post Iran says US naval blockade has little impact on food supply appeared first on Vanguard News.

NAFDAC inaugurates a new task force in Kano to combat the circulation of fake drugs and unwholesome food products, aiming to protect public health. Read More: https://punchng.com/nafdac-sets-up-task-force-to-fight-fake-drugs-in-kano/

China’s foreign ministry warns the Middle East is at a critical juncture between war and peace after the US extended a ceasefire with Iran. Read More: https://punchng.com/china-warns-middle-east-at-critical-juncture-after-trump-extends-ceasefire/

Suspected terrorists on Monday attacked Awon community in Kaduna State, killing two residents and abducting seven others, in what residents say signals a renewed surge of violence in Southern Kaduna. The deceased were identified as Joseph Sule, popularly known as “Big Joe,” and Awilo Madugu. Sources within the community disclosed that those kidnapped during the [...]

The Bauchi State Government has directed all political appointees intending to contest in the forthcoming party primary elections to resign from their positions on or before April 24, 2026. This was disclosed in a press release issued on Wednesday by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor, Mukhtar Gidado. According to the […]

Ibom Air has announced the appointment of Capt. Banjana Bailor as its new Director of Flight Operations. In a statement by the group manager Marketing and Communication, Aniekan Essienette, Capt. Bailor brings over 40 years of aviation experience and more than 20,000 flying hours to his new role. She stated that Capt. Bailor joined Ibom […]

The Katsina State Congress Committee of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has disowned a purported state congress, labelling it as illegal and unconstitutional.  The post ADC disowns parallel congress in Katsina appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), has said its airstrikes conducted under the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI, on 19 April 2026 eliminated several terrorists fighters concealed within the Yuwe axis of the Sambisa Forest, in Borno State. A statement by the NAF Spokesman Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame , said the airstrike followed credible intelligence […]

The Akwa Ibom state government has allocated houses to public servants as part of measures to address workers’ accommodation challenges. The state government presented keys to 25 public servants for new 2-bedroom bungalows. LEADERSHIP gathered that the latest homes are in addition to the 150 2-bedroom expandable flats the state government earlier donated to junior […]

The federal government has disclosed that Nigeria spends about $150 million each year on vaccine procurement, even as it expands malaria vaccination to additional states. The executive director of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Dr. Muyi Aina, disclosed this on Tuesday during the agency’s first quarterly media briefing for 2026 in Abuja. […]

A political analyst at the Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Professor, Murtala Muhammad, has warned that growing doubts about the neutrality of the Independent National Electoral Commission could deepen political divisions and lead to more court cases before and after the 2027 general elections. In an exclusive interview with DAILY POST, the professor […] Mistrust in INEC may jeopardize 2027 polls — Murtala Muhammad

Dino Melaye, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has asked President Bola Tinubu to disclose the reason for the removal of the minister of finance, Wale Edun. DAILY POST reports that President Tinubu on Tuesday removed Edun as minister of finance and announced Taiwo Oyedele as his replacement. The presidency was, however, mum […] Alleged stolen N34 trillion: Dino Melaye demands reasons for Edun’s sack

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State will today inaugurate a 52-member Imole Campaign Council in a major political step toward the 15th August, 2026, governorship election in Osun State. The council, known as the Imole Campaign Council 2026 (TICC), is the apex strategic organ of the governor’s campaign. It will function as the central coordinating […]

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated his Senior Special Assistant on Digital Engagement, Strategy and New Media, Mr Otega Ogra, on his election to the Executive Committee of the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA). The election took place today at the organisation’s Annual General Meeting, held during the Global Marketing Week Conference in Stockholm, Sweden. In […]

National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) office in Ekiti State has sought the state judiciary’s partnership, especially in detaining and prosecuting trafficking offenders. The NAPTIP commander in the state, Mr Samson Oladimeji, who stated this, lamented that over 300 Ekiti indigenes were lured to Burkina Faso under the pretence of securing […]

Nigerian Afrobeats artist, Ayra Starr has shared how her 2024 meeting with billionaire singer, Rihanna in Barbados helped improve her confidence and self-image. In a recent interview with W Magazine, the 23-year-old disclosed that she was struggling with low self-esteem at the time of the meeting but Rihanna’s personality helped her to rediscover herself. Starr […] How Rihanna helped boost my confidence, self-image – Ayra Starr

Former Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has admitted that his past criticisms of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, were largely driven by political positioning while he was in the opposition. Jandor, who has since returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC), made the remarks during an […]

Chelsea manager, Liam Rosenior, has denied any rift with his players following their Premier League 3-0 loss against Brighton on Tuesday. Rosenior watched as Brighton humiliated Chelsea at the Amex Stadium on Tuesday night. Danny Welbeck, Jack Hinshelwood, and Ferdi Kadioglu scored the goals for the hosts against the Blues, leaving Rosenior’s men in seventh […] EPL: ‘I cannot refute’ – Rosenior speaks on rift with Chelsea players

Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has officially kicked off the construction of 1,200 housing units under the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) Renewed Hope Housing Scheme in Umuahia, positioning the state among the first in the country—and the first in the South-East—to key into the initiative. The post Otti flags off 1,200 FHA homes in Umuahia, hails Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has forwarded the nomination of Murtala Sule Garo to the Kano State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as Deputy Governor. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on April 22, 2026, by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. According to the statement, the nomination is in line […] The post JUST IN: Gov Yusuf nominates Garo as deputy appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, has disbanded all the tactical teams within the Command and inaugurated a new set of officers. The Command said that the new unit is headed by CSP Emeka Amanchukwu, a seasoned officer with over 15 years of service experience and notable capacity, explaining that the […] Abia Police Command disbands all tactical units, inaugurates new officers

Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard Doro, has disclosed that the federal government has disbursed N9.9 billion to 396,671 households in Ondo State under its Household Prosperity and Cash Transfer Programme, to cushion the effects of economic hardship on vulnerable citizens. Doro, who revealed this during a validation and review exercise of the […]

Nigeria’s Web3 ecosystem is on an upward trajectory as it’s entering a phase of maturity, driven by renewed investment, expanding developer talent, and increased real-world adoption of blockchain solutions. The second edition of the Nigeria Web3 Landscape Report 2025 by Hashed Emergent shows that the ecosystem has moved beyond early-stage experimentation into consolidation, with Nigeria […]

The Bank further urged Nigerians to only rely on information on its official website and recognized media outlets, and to also refrain from clicking suspicious links from unauthorised senders. The post CBN alerts public to fraudulent messages, cybersecurity hack attempts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Laycon reflects on his BBNaija victory, revealing its impact on his mother's health and his journey in the entertainment industry without prior experience.

The Nigeria Police Force Interpol National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, in collaboration with the INTERPOL Financial Crimes and Anti-Corruption Centre (IFCACC) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has commenced a four-day advanced regional workshop aimed at strengthening the fight against transnational financial crimes across Africa. The post Nigeria, INTERPOL, JICA convene regional workshop to combat money laundering appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian singer, Kingsley Okonkwo, popularly known as Kcee, has shared his views on the impact of influencer culture on the music industry. Speaking in a recent episode of the Afrobeats Intelligenc podcast with Joey Akan, the Limpopo crooner argued that the rise of social media influencers has affected the organic nature of music, streams and […] Influencer culture affecting music industry negatively – Kcee

The Nigerian Army (NA) said its troops have recorded successes across multiple theatres within the last 24 hours, as they disrupted terrorists’ logistics networks, engaging hostile elements and safeguarding vulnerable communities through coordinated, intelligence-driven operations. This was contained on its social media platform adding that in the North-East Theatre, troops of 192 Battalion successfully executed […] Troops arrest terrorists, cut off supply chain, free hostages, recover ammunition in fresh operations

A businesswoman and content creator, Love Dooshima, who went viral with a review of a loaf of bread, has been released from police custody after being detained at the Zone 7 Police Headquarters in Abuja. Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, stated on his Facebook page on Tuesday that, “Ms Love Dooshima, the businesswoman who made […]

Traditional rulers in Akure North local government area of Ondo State have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to zone the 2027 House of Representatives ticket to the council. The monarchs said the demand was anchored on equity, fairness and democratic inclusion, warning […]

Plateau State Government has filed terrorism-related charges against five suspects arrested by the Department of State Services, DSS, over the March 2026 killings in Angwa-Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area. The development comes weeks after Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited the state and pledged justice for victims of the attacks. The suspects were arraigned on charges […] Plateau govt files charges against five suspects over Angwa-Rukuba killings

Moniepoint Microfinance Bank leads Nigeria's agency banking with a tech-driven approach, enhancing merchant support and driving grassroots economic growth.

Chelsea, on Tuesday, created an unwanted record after losing 3-0 against Brighton in the Premier League. Liam Rosenior’s were defeated at the Amex Stadium following goals from Danny Welbeck, Jack Hinshelwood, and Ferdi Kadioglu. However, according to OptaJoe, Chelsea have now lost five successive league games without scoring for the first time since November 1912. […] EPL: Chelsea create record after losing 3-0 against Brighton

About 20 million women between the ages of 15 and 49 have undergone female genital mutilation (FGM) in Nigeria, Chief of Child Protection with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Mona Aika, has said. Aika, who disclosed yesterday in Ilorin, Kwara State, explained that evidence obtained recently indicated that about 19 or 20 per cent of […]