The federal government is executing policies to fully integrate indigenous oil companies into mainstream oil and gas industry following asset divestment by International Oil Companies (IOCs). With African onshore spending projected to reach $22 billion by 2026 and Brent crude forecast to average $58 per barrel, competitiveness is increasingly defined by fiscal efficiency, incremental […]

The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria, SCSN, has called on the Federal and Plateau State governments to move beyond condemnations and take proactive actions to end the recurring cycle of violence in the state. The Council which made the call in a statement on Friday in the aftermath of the renewed waves of violence […] Plateau Killings: Enough condemnation, take action now- Shariah supreme council to govt

Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has undertaken an operational visit to Plateau State following the recent attack in Angwan Rukuba Community, Nasarawa Gwong area of Jos North Local Government Area, which resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives. The post Plateau: IGP undertakes operational visit, orders sustained action for peace appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Disciplinary Committee has overturned a previous decision by the Nigeria National League (NNL), awarding three points and three goals to Jigawa Golden Stars FC. The ruling, made on 30th March 2026, follows a protest lodged by Jigawa Golden Stars FC regarding the use of an ineligible player by Yobe Desert […]

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has advocated the creation of engineering endowment funds as a strategic pathway to accelerate Nigeria’s development. He made this appeal on Thursday during the launch of the N150 million MicCom Memorial Endowment for Engineering Development at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife. The endowment was established in honour of the […]

The executive director of International Energy Agency (IEA) Birol, has predicted that April could bring an even deeper oil supply crunch. Oil markets jumped again Thursday after President Trump said US operations against Iran would continue well into April, renewing fears of a prolonged Strait of Hormuz disruption. Brent climbed back toward $110/bbl, prompting the […]

A strong warning has been issued over the state of Nigeria’s democracy, with Dr. Moses Paul, an ADC chieftain and Chairmanship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the recent Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Local Council Election for Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), cautioning that recent actions by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) […]

Former Plateau State governors, Jonah Jang and Simon Lalong, have declared their readiness to join forces in confronting the worsening security situation in the state. The two political figures made this known on Thursday in Jos during the visit of President Bola Tinubu, which came in the wake of Sunday’s violent attack in Anguwan Rukuba, […]

Ukraine has feared being sidelined as the world turns its attention to the war in the Middle East. The post Ukraine offers to help unblock Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.

The most valuable players of the 20 Premier League clubs this season have been revealed. According to Transfermarkt, Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is ranked first with 200 million euros. Behind Haaland is Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka, who is ranked second with 120 million euros. Chelsea’s Cole Palmer is closely behind Saka on the list […] EPL: Most valuable player at every Premier League club revealed

Iran has claimed that it shot down a United States F-35 fighter jet over its central region. Iranian news agency Mehr made this disclosure late Thursday, claiming that the survival of the pilot is unlikely. If confirmed, it would be the second time Iran has hit a US F-35 fighter jet. DAILY POST recalls that […] War: We shot down US fighter jet -Iran claims

  Barcelona president Joan Laporta stated Friday that the club will prioritize stability and consolidation over a flurry of new signings. Speaking to Mon Esport, Laporta said, “We don’t have to sign players just for the sake of it.” He further clarified the club’s transfer strategy: “We only need to sign what is truly necessary. […]

Ogun State government has said that the health conditions of the teachers, as well as the 30 students of Our Lady of Apostles Primary and Secondary School (OLAPSS) who inhaled poisonous gas leak in Ijebu Ode area of Ogun State on Wednesday, are responding to treatments. The disclosure came as the commissioner for Environment, Dr […]

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has criticised Mr Peter Obi over his remarks on the National Democratic Coalition, NADECO, accusing him of attempting to undermine the role of the group in Nigeria’s pro-democracy struggle. In a statement posted on X on Friday, Fani-Kayode said Obi’s comments about NADECO were “a crying shame” and would […] NADECO: ‘I m pained, Obi’s comment won’t go unanswered’ — Fani-Kayode

Leaders of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Benue State have strongly opposed the move by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to withdraw recognition of the party’s leadership under Senator David Mark, describing the action as unacceptable and politically motivated. The party’s stakeholders, who gathered in Otukpo on Thursday, April 2, 2026, accused INEC […] ADC leaders reject INEC’s decision, mobilise support in Otukpo

The Edo State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has activated a comprehensive special patrol ahead of the Easter celebrations, deploying no fewer than 860 personnel alongside operational equipment to curb road accidents across the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday in Benin by the Sector Public Education Officer, […]

"Parishioners are requested to refrain from visiting the Church premises, in the interest of safety and community well-being," the announcement added. The post Easter masses cancelled in Dubai because of war appeared first on Vanguard News.

Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency and accountability in the implementation of the $500 million Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) and Governance Programme in the state. The governor, in his address at the public sensitisation and presentation of Lagos State’s significant strides in the ongoing […]

A lawyer has taken to social media to share what he described as the real reason Blord was remanded in prison. His video elicited mixed reactions online.

The Presidency has taken a swipe at leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), urging them to stop blaming President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for their internal crisis and instead take responsibility for their actions. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, said the […]

Lagos State taskforce continues its crackdown on ‘omotaku’ louts, making three more Lagos omotaku arrests for harassing drivers of broken-down vehicles. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-taskforce-nabs-three-more-louts-for-harassing-road-users/

For Werder Bremen, the margins are tightening in the Bundesliga relegation race. And just when the battle demands experience, presence, and cutting edge, a familiar name is re-emerging from the shadows The post Bundesliga: Werder Bremen boss backs Boniface to fuel survival fight appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian woman placed a cutlass inside her son's coffin. Netizens reacted massively.

Six Rotary Clubs in Lagos have jointly delivered a transformative Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) project at Community Primary School, Iroko Aparadija, Abule Iroko in Ogun State, reinforcing Rotary International’s commitment to improving lives through sustainable community service. The initiative, executed as part of Rotary’s global focus on water and sanitation in March, highlights the […]

Olaiya Igwe spoke about Funke Akindele’s billion-naira box office success, explaining what the producers earn less after cinema and distributor deductions

Discover the best-paying European countries after tax. See which nations like Luxembourg, Iceland, and Norway offer the highest net salaries and take-home Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-top-seven-best-paying-european-countries-after-tax/

The Israeli military reports it has struck over 3,500 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon in the month since fighting began, causing significant casualties. Read More: https://punchng.com/israel-says-over-3500-targets-struck-in-lebanon/

Former Plateau State governor, Senator Jonah Jang, has said he was viciously criticised and labelled with unprintable names when he first pushed for the establishment of state police. The post I was called unprintable names for demanding state police – Jang appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nasarawa State police have successfully rescued a three-day-old baby abducted in Mararaba, following a swift operation that led to the arrest of two suspects. The incident reportedly occurred on March 28, 2026, when 19-year-old mother, Aisha Bada, reported that her newborn had been taken from her home in Unguwan Bawa, Orange Market. Her husband, Abubakar […] Three-day-old baby rescued in Nasarawa as police arrest two suspects

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on the National Assembly to review Nigeria’s electoral litigation process and establish a “Constitutional Court” to streamline election-related issues. Jonathan made the call in Abuja on Wednesday during the 70th birthday and book launch of Senator Gbenga Daniel (APC-Ogun East). The former president argued that a specialised court would […]

The Kano Police Command distributes N8.4m in welfare support to 18 next of kin and one officer, reaffirming its commitment to personnel well-being. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-police-command-distributes-n8-4m-welfare-support-to-officers-families/

A political activist and former deputy national publicity secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the ruling party of actions capable of destabilising Nigeria’s democracy. He warned that recent developments involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could trigger a national crisis. Timi Frank […]

Yiaga Africa has cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) against a planned voter revalidation exercise, describing it as a good policy with dangerous timing. INEC indicated plans to undertake nationwide voter revalidation exercise scheduled to commence on April 13, 2027. But the executive director of Yiaga Africa, Samson Itodo, said the timing of the […]

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has criticised President Bola Tinubu-led administration’s borrowing pattern, describing it as “opaque” and lacking transparency. Speaking to journalists in Abuja yesterday, SDP’s national chairman, Prof. Sadiq Gombe, expressed concern over the government’s multi-trillion naira loan request, noting that previous borrowings haven’t yielded completed projects, especially in electoral and critical infrastructure. […]

National Vice Chairman (North Central) of the All Progressives Congress(APC), Mu’azu Bawa Rijau, has said the party’s stakeholders in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are united to deliver President Bola Tinubu and other candidates at the 2027 general election. Rijau stated this while addressing journalists after a meeting with APC stakeholders in the FCT at […]

INEC spokesperson Adedayo Oketola says the voter revalidation exercise is a “professional necessity” to ensure accurate records for 2027 elections.