The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the presidential ambition of Governor Seyi Makinde as dead on arrival. The APC made this declaration in a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare. The statement was made available to DAILY POST on Sunday. DAILY POST gathered that Governor Seyi Makinde of […] Makinde’s presidential ambition dead on arrival – Oyo APC 

The National Chairman of the Because of Our Tomorrow (BOOT) Party, Sunday Adenuga, has emerged as the party’s presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post Adenuga emerges BOOT Party presidential candidate for 2027 general elections appeared first on Vanguard News.

Lobi Stars have released 18 players following the completion of the 2025/26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The list includes Orya Joseph, Daniel Abah, Atavti Samuel, Eyigege Pius, Achiv Douglas, Eru Jackson, Amia Kenneth, Ingbila Henry, Ofem Emmanuel, Itim Paul, Yanmar Moses and Iorliam Eric. Bello Raji Egigogo, Edeh Chukwuebuka, Amara Christian, Ifeanyi Ezema, Jonathan […] NNL: Lobi Stars release 18 players after promotion miss 

ADC chieftain, Kelly Agaba, has explained the reason Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi must work together despite the presidential primary disagreement.

The abduction of the teachers and students for two weeks has sparked national outrage and drawn global attention. The post Tinubu Is ‘Deeply Troubled’ By Oyo School Abduction — Gbajabiamila appeared first on Channels Television.

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the attack on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Secretariat in Bauchi, which led to the vandalisation of property and disruption of political activities. The post Police arrest two suspects over attack on PDP Secretariat in Bauchi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former aspirant of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Rotimi Amaechi, has described himself as a simple politician who doesn’t steal money. Amaechi, in an interview with media personality, Chude Jideonwo, said transparency is not an easy thing when talking about corruption. He said: “I’m the simplest politician you can meet in Nigeria. When they meet […] I’m simplest politician who doesn’t steal money – Amaechi

Benue lawmaker Philip Agbese secures Labour Party ticket for his second term bid in the House of Representatives, affirming his growing influence. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-lawmaker-secures-lp-ticket-for-second-term-bid/

Dangote Industries Limited has reinforced its position as Africa’s most influential corporate brands after emerging as the continent’s Most Admired African Brand for the eight consecutive years, while its Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina, was named among Africa’s 100 Most Influential Chief Marketing Officers. The recognition was announced at the 16th annual […] Dangote named Africa’s most admired brand for 8th consecutive year

Nigeria Police Force boosts security and warns against reprisal attacks on South African interests following reports of xenophobic attacks on Nigerians. Read More: https://punchng.com/xenophobic-attack-police-boost-security-warn-against-reprisals-on-south-african-interests/

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has announced the appointment of Commandant Offor Kenneth Onyeso as the new State Commander of its Rivers State Command. Offor, who hails from Ogida in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, officially assumed duty as the 27th State Commander of the command on May 20, 2026. A […] NDLEA appoints Onyeso as Rivers Commander

A new development has revealed that governorship candidate, who has been prepared to rule Lagos state ahead of the 2027 general election in the state.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of at least 1,000 forest guards and the deployment of a special rescue team following the abduction of teachers and students in Oyo State. This was contained in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday. The development comes after a federal […] Oyo kidnap: Tinubu approves recruitment of 1,000 forest guards

The 29-year-old stormed to victory in 12.28 seconds, equalling her season’s best and finishing comfortably ahead of her rivals The post Amusan storms to first Diamond League win of 2026 with record-breaking run in Rabat appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

UEFA, on Sunday, included five Paris Saint-Germain players and three Arsenal stars in the official Champions League Team of the Season. This follows the conclusion of the 2025/26 Champions League final on Saturday. Recall that PSG defeated Arsenal on penalty shoot-out after a 1-1 draw to win the Champions League in Budapest. Here is the […] UCL: UEFA includes five PSG players, Arsenal trio, others in Team of the Season

Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru appeals to residents for forgiveness and urges support for APC in the 2027 election, highlighting his administration’ Read More: https://punchng.com/ebonyi-gov-begs-residents-for-forgiveness-seeks-2027-votes-for-apc/

A violent Kwara clash in Ilesha Baruba led to two deaths and 10 houses razed. Police confirm mob violence and arson, vowing to prosecute those involved. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-killed-10-houses-razed-after-clash-in-kwara-community/

The Department of State Services, DSS, has reportedly arrested five suspected arms couriers, including two Nigerien nationals, over their alleged role in supplying weapons to the gunmen who abducted nearly 300 students and staff from St. Mary's Catholic School in Papiri village, Niger State, in November last year. The post Papiri school abduction: DSS arrests suspected arms couriers, recovers 15 AK rifles appeared first on Vanguard News.

The squad also features the return of experienced midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene, alongside veteran forward Francisca Ordega The post Nigeria vs Senegal: Madugu names Ajibade, Oshoala, Nnadozie for crunch friendlies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Governor Alex Otti has emerged as the Labour Party governorship candidate for the 2027 general election in Abia State following the party’s primary elections conducted across the state. The post 2027: Otti, Abaribe, others emerge Labour Party candidates in Abia State primaries appeared first on Vanguard News.

Aristotle once warned that “Tolerance is the last virtue of a dying society.” Today, one must ask: Have Nigerians reached that threshold? A popular saying captures the national dilemma: “Nigerians are too tolerant. Push them to the wall, and instead of fighting back, they will pass through the wall.” This tragic resilience, admirable yet dangerous, […] The post Nigerians: 2027 is your last chance, By Ayo Akerele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Ms Okereke is the first actress in Nigeria’s history to run for president. The post 2027: Actress Esther Okereke emerges NRM presidential candidate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Enyimba captain, Chinedu Ufere, has expressed the team’s determination to win the 2026 President Federation Cup. The People’s Elephant will take on Gombe United in a Round of 32 fixture on Monday. Ufere urged his teammates to fight for the title. The winner of the competition will represent Nigeria in the CAF Confederation Cup next season. […] President Federation Cup: Ufere rallies Enyimba teammates to win trophy

Understanding Yoruba Political Sagacity: Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a Case Study  The 2023 elections is a watershed moment in our history as a nation. Odds were clearly against the current president who was then had been out of any elected political position for 15 years. In his party’s primary he even had some of his […] The post What makes the Yoruba tick (8), By Sunday Adelaja appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, on Sunday revealed that he has been living with diabetes for over 40 years. According to him, lifestyle discipline, a healthy diet, regular exercise, adequate rest, routine medical checkups and strict adherence to prescribed medication have helped him manage the condition for more than four decades. Obasanjo spoke at the launch of […] I have disease that is not curable yet – Obasanjo 

The 2025/26 Champions League campaign ended on Saturday, with Paris Saint-Germain beating Arsenal in the final to lift the trophy. Following the match in Budapest, the UEFA Technical Observer Group announced Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha as the player who won the award for the Player of the Match. Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe won the […] UCL Final: Full list of award winners for players after PSG triumph over Arsenal

After a dominant 5–0 victory in the first leg in Abidjan, the Flamingos completed the job in emphatic fashion with a 6–0 win in the return leg in Ikenne. The post Morocco 2026: Flamingos storm into final qualifying round, earn N4.5m reward from Soname appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Flamingos thrashed Guinea 6-0 in the second leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture in Ikenne on Sunday. Akeem Busari’s side won the contest 11-0 on aggregate. Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened scoring for Flamingos in the ninth minute. The hosts continued their dominance with captain Harmony Chidi, who scored a hat-trick in […] U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos crush Guinea to reach final round

The Edo State Police Command has arrested Mr Kelly Okungbowa, a former aide to Governor Monday Okpebholo and former Coordinator of the Public Safety Response Team (PSRT), for allegedly assaulting a police officer on duty. DAILY POST reports that the Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASP Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the arrest to newsmen on Sunday, May 31, […] Police arrest ex-Okpebholo aide Kelly Okungbowa for allegedly assaulting officer

Employers in the organised private sector have urged the Federal Government to urgently address rising transport costs, food inflation and housing pressures ahead of the next national minimum wage negotiations, warning that the talks may fail if underlying economic challenges are not resolved. The post Employers call for action on transport, food, housing costs ahead of minimum wage talks appeared first on Vanguard News.

Two persons were rescued alive following a multi-vehicle road accident involving a 12-tyre articulated truck and a commercial bus along the Motorway inward Toll-Gate corridor in the Ogudu-Alapere area of Lagos State. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, disclosed that its officials carried out a swift rescue operation after the crash, which occurred on […] Two rescued alive after multi-vehicle crash in Lagos

Mr Obi said his administration would prioritise partnership with Mr Kwankwaso, his running mate, to move Nigeria forward. The post Peter Obi reels out a plan for Nigeria, says Kwankwaso won’t be ‘a spare tyre’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revealed a 31-day series of project commissioning across the capital city. Wike said the commissioning is earmarked to celebrate the third anniversary of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s time. While speaking at a political lunch in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, the Minister highlighted the […] Tinubu’s 3rd anniversary: Wike set to 31 days to commission projects in FCT

The Accord Party has affirmed Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. Learn more about Olawepo-Hashim’s vision. Read More: https://punchng.com/accord-picks-olawepo-hashim-as-presidential-candidate/

Jigawa Police successfully foil a kidnap plot on the Jigawa–Bauchi border, arresting two suspects and recovering weapons. Read about other police operation Read More: https://punchng.com/police-foil-kidnap-plot-on-jigawa-bauchi-border-arrest-two-suspects/

Former President Obasanjo advocates for regular health screening to detect and manage diseases like cancer and diabetes early. Learn about the ‘Lagos to th Read More: https://punchng.com/obasanjo-urges-regular-health-screening-to-tackle-cancer/