US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirms continued US Nigeria counterterrorism cooperation, citing a joint operation that eliminated a top ISIS leader. Read More: https://punchng.com/marco-rubio-pledges-continued-counterterrorism-pact-with-nigeria/

Labour Party candidate and philanthropist John Obidah Sanduforun explains his defection from APC ahead of primaries and claims of lack of transparency.

The reinstated leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has declared all nominations and decisions made by the Tony Okocha-led executive null and void following a Court of Appeal judgment that recognized Chief Emeka Beke as the authentic state chairman. The post Court Ruling: Rivers APC leadership nullifies primaries appeared first on Vanguard News.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State has called on governments at all levels to address the growing rate of insecurity in the country. APC made the call in a statement issued on Wednesday, by the Publicity Secretary of the party, Wasiu Sadare. The party in the statement, urged governor Seyi Makinde of the […] Address insecurity now – Oyo APC tells FG, states

Norway head coach Ståle Solbakken has no doubts about who will drive his team’s historic World Cup return—Erling Haaland. After 28 years away from football’s biggest stage, the Scandinavians are back, and their prolific goalscorer is the reason why. Haaland was untouchable during Norway’s qualification campaign, netting a staggering 16 goals—more than any other player […]

The Nigeria Labour Congress supports the nationwide teachers strike, demanding the immediate release of abducted pupils and teachers amid worsening insecur Read More: https://punchng.com/nlc-backs-teachers-strike-demands-release-of-abducted-pupils/

Yomi Fabiyi has called for more investigation into Mohbad's demise. He shared some alleged WhatsApp chats of the singer's widow and called on the police.

The chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) electoral committee in Adamawa State, Dr. Nicholas Msheliza, has accused former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, of attempting to influence and alter the outcome of the party’s recent presidential primary, threatening to release evidence to support his claims. The post ADC Primary Row: Returning Officer slams Babachir Lawal appeared first on Vanguard News.

Incoming Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, has informed the club that six players are not part of his plans. According to Ramón Álvarez de Mon of Radio Marca, the players are Raul Asencio, Rodrygo Goes, Fran Garcia, Dani Ceballos, Eduardo Camavinga and Franco Mastantuono. Mourinho has asked Madrid’s top executives to offload them before the […] LaLiga: Mourinho tells Real Madrid to sell six players [Full list]

Discover Marissa DuBois, the model and influencer captivating audiences with her runway performances, viral moments, and vibrant social media presence from Miami.

The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has been crowned Nigeria’s Best Football Association following the successful conclusion of the 2026 N-Youth League grand finale in Eket, Akwa Ibom State. The recognition came as Sporting Supreme Youth FC, representing the FCT, emerged champions of the nationwide youth competition after an impressive run against zonal […]

Bandits have abducted students again in Zamfara state, igniting renewed tension across the region as details of the latest attack continue to emerge.

The Kogi State Police has confirmed the death of a final-year student of the Federal University Lokoja, Sarah Ojodomo Idoko. The deceased’s body was found by the roadside in the Crusher area along the Felele-Lokoja Road in Lokoja, Kogi State. Her body was discovered on the night of May 30, 2026, shortly after she was […] Final-year Kogi varsity student found dead by roadside in Lokoja

June 03, (THEWILL) — The Edo State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper and recovered a decomposed body of one of three women abducted during a violent attack on a residence in Iyowa Community, Ovia North-East Local Government Area of the state. The breakthrough came weeks after armed kidnappers invaded the community on May […] The post Police Recover Decomposed Body of Abducted Woman, Arrest Suspect in Edo appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Anambra State Government has begun a comprehensive review of criminal cases arising from land disputes, a move that may lead to the withdrawal of prosecutions found to be civil in nature. The post Anambra Attorney General reviews land dispute cases to decongest prisons appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tension is mounting in Anambra state as the organised Labour is poised to embark on industrial action, following arbitrary deductions of workers’ salaries by the government without any explanations. The organised Labour, led by the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, and Trade Union Congress, TUC, will meet Thursday in Awka to strategise on further action.  The state civil […] Workers’ strike looms in Anambra as NLC, TUC meet over salary deductions

The Ondo State Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun Corps, says residents of the state should disregard reports of bandit invasion and refrain from spreading unverified information. The post Ondo Amotekun debunks bandit attack, directs 24-hour patrol appeared first on Vanguard News.

Osun United management has sacked their entire technical crew following the conclusion of the 2025-26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The decision was communicated by the club via a press release. Akinade Onigbinde’s led technical crew dissolution takes immediate effect. The Omoluabi giants cited an unimpressive campaign as the reason for the sweeping changes. 15 […] NNL: Osun United sack technical crew, release 15 players after relegation

The 2026 Data Commons report revealed the top ten African countries that consumed the most alcohol, highlighting cultural habits and health concerns.

A man shared how he was into N2m debt shortly before gaining admission into the University of Ibadan. He shared how the debt affected his studies.

Meta has taken another major step in its artificial intelligence push with the launch of the Meta Business Agent, an AI-powered assistant designed to help businesses manage customer interactions and everyday operations across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger. The post 5 things to know about Meta’s new AI Agent on WhatsApp appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Senate has passed a bill seeking the establishment of the National Agency for Malaria Elimination in Nigeria, alongside related matters aimed at strengthening the country’s response to malaria. The post Senate passes bill to establish malaria elimination agency appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has disclosed that only four political parties, comprising the All Progressives Congress, APC, Allied Peoples’ Movement, APM, Action Peoples Party, APP and Boot Party, will participate in the bye-election in Ondo South Senatorial District, which takes place on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The Commission also revealed that a total of […] INEC clears four political parties for Ondo South Senatorial bye-election

The federal government has announced a dramatic decline in the number of former inmates returning to correctional centres after release, describing it as one of the clearest indicators that ongoing reforms in the Nigerian Correctional Service(NCS) are producing results. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed on Wednesday in Abuja that the number of inmates […]

FG raises concern, says admissions outpace releases The federal government has revealed that Nigeria’s correctional centres admitted no fewer than 15,632 inmates in May 2026 alone, underscoring the enormous pressure facing the country’s custodial system despite ongoing efforts to tackle congestion. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed the figure on Wednesday while receiving […]

June 03, (THEWILL) — Nigeria recorded a sharp rise in foreign capital inflows in the first quarter of 2026, attracting $10.37 billion, an 83.8 percent increase from the $5.64 billion recorded in the same period of 2025, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The latest figures also show a 61 […] The post Foreign Capital Inflows Surge 84 percent to $10.37bn as Investors Flock to Nigerian Assets appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Nigerians have topped the list of Worst of the Worst criminals from  African countries to be deported from the United States of America. Checks on U.S. Department of Homeland Security website on Wednesday showed that the number of Nigerians arrested for different crimes and awaiting deportation had risen to 125. Somalia ranks second with 95 […] The post Nigerians Top List Of Worst Of Worst African Criminals Awaiting Deportation From U.S. appeared first on OsunDefender.

  Young media professionals looking to sharpen their artificial intelligence skills now have an opportunity to apply for… This article Apply for the JournalismAI Skills Lab 2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Nigerian cleric, Prophet Isa El-Buba, has explained why he switched support for Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, to the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, Prince Adewole Adebayo, ahead of the 2027 general elections.  According to him, Adebayo has a better vision for Nigerians than Obi.  He disclosed this in […] 2027: Why I changed support from Peter Obi to Adebayo — Prophet El-Buba

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday that Iran was "playing with fire" after the Islamic republic carried out an attack on Kuwait. The post Iran ‘playing with fire’ after attack on Kuwait, Netanyahu says appeared first on Vanguard News.

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Agege Local Government Area of Lagos State have petitioned President Bola Tinubu, the party’s National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, members of the National Working Committee, NWC, and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, alleging that the outcome of the party’s primary election for Agege Constituency I was […] Lagos 2027: Agege APC leaders petition Tinubu over alleged alteration of primary result

By Ado Oyeyemi Several students and teachers of Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, were on Wednesday hospitalised after reportedly inhaling a strange and offensive odour that swept through the school premises during academic activities. The incident, which triggered panic among students and staff members, was said to have occurred during school [...]

The Court of Appeal sitting in Makurdi on Wednesday, affirmed the judgment of the Benue State High Court, which nullified the dissolution of the Augustine Agada-led State Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress, APC, by the party’s National Working Committee, NWC. In its ruling on Appeal No. CA/MKD/119/2024, the appellate court dismissed the appeal filed by […] Appeal Court upholds Agada-led Benue APC exco, voids caretaker committee

  Nigerian women-led businesses can now apply for the 2026 FSDH Female Founders Growth Programme, a structured initiative… This article FSDH Female Founders Growth Programme 2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Gospel singer Yinka Alaseyori apologises for insensitive remarks on the Oyo school abduction, expressing regret and seeking forgiveness from Nigerians. Read More: https://punchng.com/gospel-singer-yinka-alaseyori-apologises-over-remarks-on-oyo-school-abduction/

“You know me too well to think I would ever make anybody feel that way.” The post Oyo Abduction: Alaseyori apologises over ‘the president is working’ remarks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.