Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa state has sent a covert message to former vice president Atiku Abubakar over the 2027 presidential election after his defection.

By Nkiruka NnoromThe Federal Government has walked back on its earlier claims that Nigerians caught up in the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war in the Middle East have not reached out for assistance, clarifying that few stranded people have called to enquire about preparation for possible evacuation. The Federal Government had through the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, […] The post Some Nigerians seek evacuation amid Middle East crisis – FG appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nollywood actress Faithia Balogun announces private burial rites for her late mother, Gloria Williams, on March 6, with a public ceremony to follow later.

Human rights activist, Deji Adeyanju, has accused businessman Aliko Dangote of hatching an evil plan to monopolize Nigeria’s petroleum industry and destroy the country. Adeyanju alleged that the Dangote Refinery raised the pump price of fuel by more than 100 percent, attributing the increase to the ongoing conflict in Iran and heightened tensions in the […] Fuel price hike: Dangote’s evil monopoly destroying Nigeria – Adeyanju

The Adamawa State House of Assembly has received three commissioner nominees from Governor Fintiri for screening and confirmation on March 9. Read More: https://punchng.com/adamawa-assembly-screens-commissioner-nominees-march-9/

Vows to stage a one million man protest in National Assembly and Aso Rock if he fails to resign By Henry  Umoru  ABUJA- A group under the aegis of Coalition of South East  Youth  Leaders, the apex sociopolitical youth group in the  geopolitical zone has called for the Immediate and Independent probe of Deputy Speaker […] The post Group Calls for Probe of Deputy Speaker over NYSC, Law School allegations appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  The Super Falcons of Nigeria beat Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses 3-1 at the Military Stadium, Yaoundé on Tuesday night. Justine Madugu’s side avenged  the 1-0 loss to the Indomitable Lionesses last weekend. Cameroon went in front after seven minutes through Christiane. Chiwendu Ihezuo restored parity for the Super Falcons with a header [...]

Daddy Freeze addresses the Christian-Muslim marriage controversy, stating that love is a personal choice and not dictated by religion which was imposed at birth

Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, on Tuesday, said that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has registered a membership strength of 400,000 in the state. The post APC registers 400,000 members in Gombe – Gov Yahaya appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has announced the appointments of new officers to oversee Veritas University, Abuja following the expiration of the tenure of previous officers. Under the new appointments, the Archbishop of Kaduna, Most Rev. Matthew Man’oso Ndagoso, who was elected as the new president of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria [...]

Nigerians have been admonished to participate actively in all the electoral processes for the 2027 general elections to avoid the emergence of leaders that would subject them to avoidable hardship. The Executive Director, Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme, ECEWS, Andy Eyo gave the advice in Uyo during the February reading edition of Uyo Book Club. […] 2027: Get involved in electoral process to avoid eating crumbs – Eyo tells Nigerians

The House of Representatives Committee on Finance on Tuesday questioned the management of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) over discrepancies in revenue collection, debt recovery, and passenger traffic data, demanding a comprehensive breakdown of outstanding payments from airlines. The post Reps probe FAAN over revenue gaps, demand detailed debt profile appeared first on Vanguard News.

“They have all confessed to receiving bribes to facilitate unauthorised entry into Restricted Areas, to obstruct lawful security operations in an unprecedented manner,” the statement said. The post Five security agents to face prosecution for allegedly receiving bribes from El-Rufai at airport appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Senate of the University of Calabar suspended nine students for two academic sessions over examination malpractice and submission of forged results.

March 03, (THEWILL) — The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has said Iran is not building nuclear weapons, but warned that the country’s enrichment of uranium to 60 percent purity remains a serious source of concern for the international community. Director General of the Agency, Rafael Grossi, disclosed that inspectors have not found evidence of […] The post No Active Bomb Programme Detected In Iran, But 60% Enrichment Remains Grave Concern – IAEA appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Public affairs analyst and activist, Blessing Akinlosotu, has urged the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, and Nigerian Broadcasting Commission, NBC, to pay attention to social media content creators to guard against abuse. Akinlosotu made the call in a statement on Tuesday. She was reacting to the controversy surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi, social commentator Martins […] Seyi Tinubu, VDM, King Mitchy saga: NCC, NBC should sanction content creators —Akinlosotu

By Dennis Agbo ENUGU — Dr. Martin Chukwunwike, former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu State, has been elected chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. Chukwunwike, alongside 27 other members, forms the new State Executive Council of the APC, elected during the party’s state congress held on Tuesday […] The post Ex-PDP Chairman elected Enugu APC leader appeared first on Vanguard News.

An older Nigerian man has shared his thoughts on the demise of biker Kola Onifoto. He spoke about their only interaction, which was not pleasant.

UYO – Mr Stephen Ntukekpo has been re-elected State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State. His emergence followed a consensus agreement by party leaders in the…

March 03, (THEWILL) — A United States federal court has sentenced a 40-year-old Nigerian, Leslie Mba, to 19 years’ imprisonment for his role in a $4 million romance scam and business email compromise scheme that spanned five years and targeted multiple victims. THEWILL reports that the 228-month sentence was handed down by Judge David Hittner […] The post Romance Scam: Nigerian Money Mule Gets 19-Year Jail Term In US Prison appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has empowered 2,970 young persons who completed intensive vocational training across the state. At the event, which took place in Muna Vocational Enterprises…

  BY CHIKA IZUORA, ANDREW OJEIZEl, OLAMIDE OJUOKAIYE, Lagos Most filling stations in Lagos at the early hours of Tuesday shut their door against motorists as they adjust pump prices of petrol. The action led to long queues at most outlets while commuters were left stranded at bus stops. A visit to three filling stations, […]

As Nigeria’s women-led enterprises grapple with funding gaps, limited market access, and structural business constraints, Ecobank Nigeria has unveiled a significantly enhanced version of its flagship gender financing initiative, Ellevate…

The Kano State Commissioner for Water Resources, Umar Haruna Doguwa, has officially resigned from the State Executive Council. The post Kano Commissioner for Water Resources resigns appeared first on Vanguard News.

Among these was a major port decongestion exercise that cleared long-stay containers and created operational space for improved cargo processing. The post Reps query customs over N3.2trn revenue, demand detailed auction, export records appeared first on Vanguard News.

An American bestseller author and Professor of creative writing, Sarah Bakewell, has commended the General Overseer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries Worldwide, Dr. Daniel Kolawole Olukoya, on…

Nigerian singer and rapper, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has warmed hearts on social media after surprising his mother with a brand-new Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon.

The Independent National Electoral Commission approves major staff promotions for 2,339 employees, including elevating 45 Deputy Directors to Directors. Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-elevates-45-to-directors-2294-in-senior-staff-promotions/

Iran’s new supreme religious leader, Alireza Arafa, has vowed to respond to the United States and Israel, declaring that the time for peace is over. In an urgent statement posted on social media on Tuesday, Arafa accused the US of crossing a red line following what he described as air strikes by the US and […] Iran’s Supreme Leader vows retaliation against US, Israel

Nollywood star Victoria Ajibola, popularly known as Omo Local, has opened up about the painful discovery that shattered her first marriage. In an interview on Oyinmomo TV, the actress narrated how she learned that her husband had impregnated one of her closest friends while she was five months pregnant with his child. According to her, [...]

The ADC demands a thorough investigation by the DSS into the recent attack on Peter Obi and its members, seeking answers on financiers and logistics. Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-urges-further-investigation-into-attack-on-obi-others/

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched a procurement initiative for internet connectivity in Africa, inviting internet service providers to deliver managed connectivity services to schools, health facilities, and other…

ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has taken the Federal Government to the cleaner over what it describes as selective justice against former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, and…

Following directives by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, regarding the carriage and use of power banks on commercial flights, Ibom Air has disclosed that passengers will no longer be allowed to place power banks in overhead bins or checked-in baggage. The post Ibom Air enforces NCAA ban on power banks appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Tuesday said he has raised the bar of impactful governance in the state, citing unprecedented strides in infrastructural renewal, revenue reforms, education and basic healthcare The post I’ve raised bar of governance in Kwara, says Abdulrazaq as APC holds state congress appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

They were suspended after the Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel established a prima facie case of medical negligence against them in the death of Nkanu Adichie-Esege