The police said the arrests followed separate intelligence-led operations across parts of the state as the command intensified its crackdown on cultism, cybercrime, vandalism and armed robbery. The post Police arrest alleged cultists, fraud suspect in Akwa Ibom appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Troops of 144 Battalion (Rear) under Operation Eastern Sanity on Tuesday, launched a “well coordinated raid ” at a Mammy market in Owaza, Ukwa West LGA of Abia State. The raid followed alleged presence of crude oil bunkerers, illegal PMS dealers, pipeline vandals and illicit drug traffickers operating within the market and adjourning bushes. During the […] Troops nab 21 suspected drug traffickers in Abia community market 

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has ordered a comprehensive security reinforcement across Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State and surrounding communities following last week’s attack on schools in the area, which left several teachers, students, and children abducted. The post Oriire Attack: CDS orders security reinforcement in Oyo appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu receives former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim and governors in Lagos after his APC primary election victory. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-receives-anyim-governors-in-lagos-after-primary-victory/

May 26 (THEWILL) — The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Tuesday, affirmed the powers of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to issue election timetables and alter them where necessary, but ruled that such powers must strictly comply with the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026. Justice James Omotosho delivered the landmark judgement in […] The post Court Upholds INEC’s Powers To Fix, Alter Election Timetable, Orders Review Of 2027 Schedule appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Nigerian forward Victor Udoh, formerly of Southampton and Royal Antwerp, has died at 21 under suspicious circumstances in Abuja. Read more about his promis Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-forward-victor-udoh-dies-at-21-ex-club-mourns/

  American Golf Legend, Eldrick Tont “Tiger” Woods has returned to social media with an emotional Memorial Day message, nearly two months after reports of his DUI arrest and announcement of rehab treatment surfaced.   The golf legend shared a tribute on Monday honouring fallen soldiers and also remembered his late father, Earl Woods, who […]

Mr Amaechi defeated former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen by a wide margin, polling a more votes in all the eight local government areas of the state in a direct primary election conducted on Monday in the 105 wards in the state. The post 2027 ADC Presidential Primaries: Amaechi wins in Bayelsa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Zamfara North Senatorial aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has approached the Federal High Court in Gusau, challenging the conduct and outcome of the party’s recently concluded senatorial primary election. The post APC Senatorial Primaries: Shinkafi drags INEC, party to court over alleged irregularities appeared first on Vanguard News.

May 26 (THEWILL) — Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has appealed to well-meaning stakeholders in the Ijaw ethnic nationality to collectively ensure that the Ijaw National Congress (INC) is not factionalised. He said history would not forgive them if they allowed personal interests to overshadow the cause of the Ijaw people. Governor Diri […] The post Gov Diri Wades Into INC Crisis, Inaugurates Reconciliation Committee appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

UEFA and Olympiacos are mourning the passing of former Greek international Paraskevas Antzas, a celebrated defender, who died at 49 after battling ALS.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has congratulated Muslims across Nigeria on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, urging them to renew their faith in Allah (SWT) and their commitment to the nation. The post Eid-el-Kabir: Speaker Abbas felicitates Muslims, seeks special prayers for Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Future Leaders Invitation Programme brings together outstanding policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, reformers and public sector leaders from Africa and France. The post France selects Plateau governor’s aide for Future Leaders Invitation Programme appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Nigerian Army seeks TETFund support for specialised training in AI, robotics, and defence technologies to boost local production and reduce foreign dep Read More: https://punchng.com/army-seeks-tetfund-support-for-ai-defence-technologies-training/

The African Democratic Congress in Niger State has announced Dr Muhammad Kpautagi as winner of its governorship primary election held across the state on Monday, with a rival faction declining to comment on the outcome. The post ADC declares Kpautagi winner of Niger governorship primary appeared first on Vanguard News.

Iran has partially restored internet access after an almost three-month shutdown. Learn about the impact and ongoing challenges for Iranians. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-partially-restores-internet-access-after-months-long-shutdown/

….Senator Adeola Calls for Support for Renewed Hope Agenda By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has called on Nigerians to embrace unity, prayers, and support for the poor and vulnerable as Muslims celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir. In a Sallah message issued through his Special Adviser on Media and […] The post Eid-el-Kabir: Barau urges unity, charity, prayers for Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

Paul Scholes has revised his criticism of Arsenal after their resilient Premier League title win, praising their mental strength as they eye the Champions League.

Departing Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, warned his squad not to act like the captain of Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes. The Athletic reports that this happened after City earned a 3-0 derby victory over United in September. Guardiola was not very keen to highlight what his players had done. Instead, the focus was instead on […] EPL: Don’t be like Bruno Fernandes – Guardiola warned Man City players

The All Democratic Congress (ADC) in Borno State has unveiled Babagana Buhari as its governorship candidate. Learn more about the Borno ADC candidate and t Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-adc-unveils-governorship-candidate/

The Benue State Government has defended the administration of Governor Hyacinth Alia, saying the state has made significant progress under his leadership and cannot return to what it described as the “days of locust” experienced during the administration of former Governor Samuel Ortom. In a statement issued by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tersoo […] Benue has moved beyond ‘days of locust’ under Ortom — Tersoo Kula

A governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Gombe State, Abdulkadir Saleh, has rejected the emergence of former Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, as the party’s governorship candidate. Interacting with reporters at his residence in Gombe, Saleh stated that Pantami’s emergence was unfair to other aspirants who purchased nomination forms […] 2027: Gombe PDP guber aspirant rejects Pantami

Jensen Huang, chief executive of Nvidia, is telling parents not to focus on selecting “safe” subjects for their children in response to the rise of AI. Speaking in an interview with Channel NewsAsia, he said: “I think that it won’t matter. All the things that used to matter are still things that are going to […]

According to the chairman of PRP, Baba-Ahmed, Donald Duke garnered 6,499 votes to defeat his closest rival, Kingsley Yakubu, who mounted a nationwide campaign focusing on youth inclusion and economic reform, scoring 2,699 votes.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emerged winner of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential primary election in Osun State. Chairman of the electoral committee that conducted the primary, Olusola Adepoju, made the announcement on Tuesday in Osogbo, the state capital. Adepoju said Atiku secured 12,321 votes to defeat Mohammed Hayatudeen, who scored 4,000 votes, and Rotimi […] The post Atiku Wins Osun ADC Presidential Primary appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has elected Mr Duba Ishaya-Dodo as its candidate for the June 20 Nasarawa North senatorial bye-election. The Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Mr Solomon Ndam, announced Ishaya-Dodo’s emergence during the party’s primary in Akwanga LGA on Tuesday. Ndam urged stakeholders and party members to work tirelessly for  Ishaya-Dodo’s victory on June 20, 2026. The News […] NDC elects Ishaya-Dodo as candidate for Nasarawa bye-election

Persons Living With Disabilities, PWDs, under the Federal Government of Nigeria/International Fund for Agricultural Development – Value Chain Development Programme, FGN/IFAD-VCDP, in Niger State have pledged to discard attitudes and behaviours that fuel negative stereotypes against them, as part of efforts to promote inclusion and change societal perceptions. They made this pledge during a specialised […] PWDs under VCDP in Niger pledge to drop negative behaviours, fight stereotypes

South African star Tyla made history at the 2026 AMA Awards, winning Best Afrobeats Artist and Social Song of the Year, beating Nigerian giants Burna Boy, Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-tyla-beats-burna-boy-wizkid-rema-at-ama-2026/

Kpautagi polled a total of 67,924 votes to defeat his opponent, Idris Usman, who secured 27,769 votes across the 25 local government areas of the state. The post 2027: Niger ADC Announces Kpautagi As Governorship Candidate appeared first on Channels Television.

Muslim pilgrims from Kaduna State have offered special prayers in Saudi Arabia, asking God to bring an end to insecurity and strengthen peace and unity in Nigeria during the Day of Arafat. In a statement released on Tuesday by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Uba Sani, Malam Ibraheem Musa, the government described the 9th […] Dhul Hajja: Kaduna pilgrims hold special prayers for peace in Nigeria

The Anambra State Government has warned that anyone involved in cash collection for tax payments in the state will henceforth face strict punishment, as it moves to fully enforce a cashless tax system. The post Anambra moves to enforce cashless tax payments appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian actor Yul Edochie has spoken about his relationship with his first daughter, Danielle, and shared his views on infidelity during a recent appearance on The Honest Bunch Podcast. Speaking about Danielle, whom he shares with his estranged wife, May Edochie, the actor said they still maintain a close relationship despite public speculation about tension […]

As the race for the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, senatorial seat gathers momentum, an aspirant under the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, rights activist Aisha Yesufu, has held consultations across the six area councils of the territory. Yesufu embarked on visits to Abaji, Kwali, Gwagwalada, Bwari, AMAC and Kuje area councils ahead of the NDC senatorial […] FCT Senate race: Aisha Yesufu visits area councils, gets residents’ backing

May 26 (THEWILL) — Global Afrobeats star, Asake, announced his upcoming “In God We Trust” world tour on Tuesday, May 26, following the success of his latest album “M$NEY”. The tour will feature performances in cities, including London, Paris, Toronto, Atlanta, Los Angeles and Amsterdam. It will begin on July 4 with a headline performance […] The post Asake Announces ‘In God We Trust’ World Tour appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan meets Sierra Leone’s President Bio to discuss peace, democracy, and regional cooperation in West Africa, reaffirming his Read More: https://punchng.com/jonathan-meets-sierra-leone-president-reaffirms-role-in-ecowas-peace-mission/

A Nigerian lady has shared the reason why she chose to be admitted into Babcock University over a banking career alone. She flaunted her admission letter online.