A governorship aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Benue State, Peter Adejoh, has warned against attempts to turn Nigeria into a one-party state ahead of the 2027 general elections. Adejoh, who picked his nomination form to contest the 2027 governorship election in Benue State on Thirsday, said democracy can only […] Benue guber 2027: One-party state is bad for any country — Peter Adejoh

The Lagos State Government has set dates from May 12-19 for the 2026 Lagos Public Service Exam. Find official guidelines and CBT details here. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-announces-dates-guidelines-for-2026-public-service-examinations/

VP Kashim Shettima submits President Bola Tinubu’s nomination forms to the APC, signaling the start of his re-election bid for the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-submits-tinubus-apc-nomination-forms/

Rangers have declared their intention to win the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title. The Flying Antelopes are chasing a ninth NPFL title. Rangers will battle Bendel Insurance at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on Sunday. Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side sit at the top of the NPFL table with 62 points, with two matches […] NPFL: Rangers battle ready for season finale

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau An Olympian and former Super Falcons forward, Patience Avre-Odeli has tasked the National Sports Commission Football Federation (NSC) and its agency the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to ensure that Nigeria picks one of the two tickets to represent Africa in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games Women’s Football Tournament. [...]

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) condemns the growing misuse of police powers and the criminalisation of defamation, which are civil disputes. Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-tackles-police-over-criminalisation-of-defamation/

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and aspirant for the Benue South Senatorial District seat, David Olofu, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to remain independent and create a level playing field for opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. Olofu made the call shortly after picking his nomination […] Benue South 2027: INEC should let opposition parties breathe — David Olofu

May 07, (THEWILL) — The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a significant breakthrough in its ongoing campaign against kidnapping and violent crimes with the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers during a coordinated security operation in Rukubi Community, Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The operation, carried out by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force […] The post Police Arrest Eight Suspected Kidnappers, Recover AK-47 Rifles In Nasarawa Crackdown appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A hairy lady has publicly decried facing rejections from Port Harcourt landlords and caretakers. She recounted three unpleasant experiences she has had.

Residents of the Jaleyemi area of Osogbo, Osun State, were thrown into confusion on Thursday after the decomposing body of a hairstylist identified simply as Kemisola was discovered inside her apartment. The remains were later evacuated by operatives of the Osun State Police Command after the incident was reported. A co-tenant in the building, who [...]

The Nigerian Army has said that troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, OPHK, in the early hours of May 7, 2026, successfully contained an attack by ISWAP terrorists on the Forward Operating Base, FOB, Maiduguri, under Sector 3. A statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel, Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task […] Two soldiers die as Nigerian army foils ISWAP attack on FOB Maiduguri

The Senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Saliu Mustapha, has vowed to become the next governor of the state come 2027 despite renewed concerns over the resurgence of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, led by former Senate President Bukola Saraki. Mustapha expressed his confidence on Thursday when he submitted […] 2027: Mustapha moves to succeed AbdulRazaq in Kwara

The federal government has validated a set of harmonised national protocols aimed at strengthening the conservation, characterisation, and monitoring of Nigeria’s Animal Genetic Resources (AnGR). The post Nigerian govt adopts unified protocols to protect livestock genetic resources appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Senator Saliu Mustapha has officially entered the Kwara 2027 governorship race with APC nomination forms, highlighting inclusiveness amid rising political tensions.

African Democratic Congress members in Borno protest alleged plans to impose candidates, demanding free and fair primaries to ensure party democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-adc-members-reject-consensus-demand-fair-primary/

Beyond firefighting, Tanshi is also focused on changing public perceptions about bats, animals often associated with witchcraft, disease, or bad omens in parts of Nigeria. The post How Iroro Tanshi Became Environmental Hero, Won Goldman Prize appeared first on Channels Television.

Real Madrid have confirmed that Federico Valverde has suffered “a traumatic brain injury”. The Uruguay midfielder will now miss this weekend’s El Clasico against Barcelona, which could decide the LaLiga title. A club statement read: “The tests carried out today on our player Fede Valverde by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed […] LaLiga: Valverde suffers brain injury after Tchouameni clash, to miss Barcelona clash

Real Madrid on Thursday night released a statement over the training ground spat between Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni. Valverde had to be taken to hospital after a “very serious” confrontation with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni. This forced head coach Alvaro Arbeloa to summon an emergency meeting to address a dressing room that is spiralling out […] LaLiga: Real Madrid release statement on Valverde, Tchouameni training ground clash

The former Chinese defence ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, were both sentenced to death with ​a two-year reprieve over graft charges. The post China sentences former defence ministers to death for corruption appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Governor Mohammed decried what he described as undemocratic practices and political intimidation in Nigeria’s political space. The post 2027: Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Joins Senate Race Under APM appeared first on Channels Television.

The member representing Umuahia North Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly, Anderson Akaliro, has cried out over the destruction of farms belonging to his constituents in Umuagu Autonomous Community, Umuahia North LGA. The destruction, according to the lawmaker, was caused by cattle belonging to suspected herdsmen. Presenting a matter of urgent public importance […] Abia Lawmaker urges intervention, as cattle destroy farms in constituency

Osun’s APC accuses Governor Adeleke of withholding documents for LG funds, while the Accord party calls the allegations baseless propaganda. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-apc-accord-trade-words-over-lg-funds/

Owoseni’s resignation, contained in a letter dated May 7, 2026, was addressed to Governor Makinde through the office of the Chief of Staff. The post Makinde’s security adviser Owoseni resigns appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Court of Appeal, Abuja, has reserved ruling in an application by former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, seeking leave to appeal a ruling of the Federal High Court. The post Court reserves ruling on Malami’s application seeking leave to appeal ruling on forfeiture appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has announced that the Matchday 37 and 38 fixtures will be played simultaneously. The NPFL Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, disclosed this in a memo sent to all the clubs on Thursday. Owumi said that the move is to ensure sporting fairness and protect the integrity of the league. […] NPFL orders simultaneous kick-off for final two fixtures

UEFA, on Thursday, included four Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain players in the UEFA Champions League Team of the week. This follows the conclusion of the Champions League semi-final second leg fixtures played on Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively. DAILY POST reports that Arsenal eliminated Atletico Madrid from the Champions League on Tuesday, while PSG sent Bayern […] UEFA Champions League Team: Four Arsenal, PSG stars, two Bayern Munich players included

The workshop was held to commemorate the 2026 World Press Freedom Day with the theme, “Shaping a Future, a Peace, Promoting Press Freedom for Human Rights Development and Security”. The post At press freedom event, attention focusses on attacks by state governors, officials appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Ugochinyere, who is the founder of Action People's Party APP, in a press statement on Thursday in Abuja, described the growing culture of public bickering, accusations, and needless confrontations among opposition figures as childish and counterproductive. The post 2027: Stop attacking each other, Ugochinyere tells ADC, NDC, LP appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs Arinola Ogbara-Banjoko as a Non-Executive Director to represent Lagos State on the Board of the Nigeria Commodity Exchange (NGX), under the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment. The post Tinubu appoints Arinola Ogbara-Banjoko to Commodity Exchange Board appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education and the Lagos State Examinations Board, has released the timetable and guidelines for the 2026 Public Service Examinations. In a statement by the Lagos State Government, the announcement, which aligns with a prior circular from the Head of Service with Ref No: CIR/HOS/’26/005 […] LASG fixes May 12–19 for 2026 public service exams, releases CBT guidelines

The NSCDC Lagos Command educates pupils on school safety, warning against cultism, bullying, and other social vices to ensure a secure learning environment Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-warns-lagos-pupils-against-cultism-bullying/

The Ondo State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps has cautioned motorists against indiscriminate parking on highways, warning that the practice contributes significantly to road crashes and traffic congestion. The Sector Commander of the FRSC in the state, Dr Samuel Ibitoye, issued the warning on Thursday during the command’s Community Social Responsibility programme held [...]

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has officially picked the APM nomination form to contest the Bauchi South Senatorial District seat in the 2027 election Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-gov-picks-apm-nomination-form-for-senate/

Eid-el-Adha and Eid-el-Fitr were celebrated worldwide with devotion, yet many nations did not recognise them as public holidays, leaving observances to communities.

Sporting Lagos head coach, Jeffery Buter, has commended his players for their performance in the win over Doma United. The modest club beat Doma United 4-0 in a Matchday Two fixture of the Nigeria National League, NNL, Super Six playoff in Ikenne on Wednesday. Buter said the performance was an improvement from their opening fixture […] NNL: Buter thumbs up Sporting Lagos’ Super Four playoff win over Doma United

The attack, according to security sources, occurred on Wednesday night when the terrorists The post Two soldiers killed, commanding officer injured in Borno attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.