Oyo State recorded the ugly incident of the mass abduction of pupils and teachers last Friday. Kwara State is almost gone, with many towns and villages deserted. Osun State, which shares a boundary with Kwara, no longer sleeps with both eyes closed. Ondo State is gradually becoming the kidnapping headquarters of Yorubaland. Ekiti State fares […]

By Chioma Obinna As Nigerians join the rest of the world to mark this year’s World Hypertension Day, May 17, a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH, Dr. Ramon Moronkola, warned that millions of Nigerians may be living with high blood pressure unknowingly, raising concerns over the increasing burden of […] The post Uncontrolled hypertension leads to stroke, heart failure, cardiologist warns appeared first on Vanguard News.

Three people were killed in a San Diego mosque shooting by two teenage gunmen who later died by apparent suicide. Police are investigating the attack as a Read More: https://punchng.com/three-killed-in-san-diego-mosque-shooting/

By Cynthia Alo  The Federal Government, in a bid to improve livestock healthcare delivery, has completed and handed over new Veterinary Primary Health Centres in Lagos and Ogun states. The centres, located in the Epe area of Lagos and Ijebu Igbo in Ogun State, are part of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development’s nationwide plan to […] The post FG opens new veterinary centres  to expand  livestock healthcare  appeared first on Vanguard News.

He described the induction ceremony as a transition from student life to professional practice, urging the graduates to embrace resilience, innovation and teamwork in tackling emerging healthcare challenges. The post OAU inducts 157 medical, dental graduates appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Terrence Howard and Mira Pak remain engaged after a secret divorce in 2015. Discover their unique love story, relationship timeline, and family life.

By Rosemary Iwunze The National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, has called on insurers to  transition from a product-centric approach to a customer-centric model. Commissioner for Insurance, Mr. Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, who stated this at the opening ceremony of the Insurance Week 2026, explained that customer-centric model entails actively involving clients in the product development process seeking their […] The post NAICOM charges insurers to adopt customer-centric business model appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Federal High Court has ordered the final forfeiture of a private jet allegedly linked to fraud connected to the Maiduguri Emergency Power Project, MEPP, valued at 114.1 million dollars and N23.1 billion. The development was disclosed in a statement posted on the official page of the Nigeria National Grid. According to the statement, investigations […] Court orders forfeiture of private jet linked to alleged N23.1bn power fraud

Senator Sunday Marshall Katung has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Kaduna South Senatorial District primary election, defeating former Senator Danjuma Tella Laah and Michael Auta in a keenly contested exercise held across the eight local government areas of the district. The returning officer for the election, Prof. John Laah of the Federal University of […] Marshall Katung, Shehu Sani win APC Senatorial primaries in Kaduna 

She said the exercise reflects the party’s commitment to due process and credible candidate selection.

Mr Vergos noted that Nigeria’s stability and Europe’s security are interconnected, stressing that drug trafficking had become a transnational challenge requiring coordinated international action. The post EU, UNODC, ECOWAS back Nigeria’s 2026-2030 drug control plan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria and Benin are enhancing cross-border security and trade through improved border demarcation, aiming for regional peace and better community livelih Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-benin-deepen-cross-border-security-trade-cooperation/

Former Editor-in-Chief of the defunct Daily Times and the Nigerian Tribune, Tola Adeniyi, has said that leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, brought bandits into Nigeria. Adeniyi made this revelation in an interview on State Affairs, a podcast hosted by Edmund Obilo. “All the leaders of the APC, all their prominent leaders said […] APC leaders invited bandits ravaging Nigeria – Adeniyi

The companies shut down between 2002 and 2004 without paying workers their terminal benefits, leaving more than 9,000 employees jobless and financially stranded The post 2,800 ex-textile workers die while awaiting unpaid entitlements appeared first on Vanguard News.

He, however, warned that the US military would be prepared to "go forward with a full, large-scale assault of Iran, on a moment's notice" if talks failed to produce a deal. The post Trump says he called off renewed attack on Iran at Gulf states’ request appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Efe Onodjae  Nigerian and other countries in West and Central Africa have committed over $27 billion to port infrastructure expansion projects aimed at strengthening regional trade integration, improving maritime logistics and driving economic growth across the sub-region. Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, disclosed this yesterday during the opening of […] The post Nigeria, others commit $27bn to port infrastructure expansion — PMAWCA appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Police Command in Katsina State has arrested a suspected kidnapper, cattle rustler and bandit informant linked to the deadly Sayaya village attack in Matazu Local Government Area.

Wondering how much to start goat farming in Nigeria? Learn the costs for land, breeds, and housing, with startup budgets ranging from ₦300,000 to ₦5 million plus.

A group, the Allied Forces for Lagos Growth, has welcomed the alleged move by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to present Mr Ayo Gbeleyi as the running mate to the party’s consensus governorship candidate, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, for the 2027 general election. According to the group, […]

The Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Sugar Development Council, NSDC, Mr. Kamar Bakrin, has said that developing Nigeria’s sugar industry could significantly address unemployment, insecurity and rural community underdevelopment by creating massive jobs and attracting investments to rural communities. Bakrin stated this during a strategic meeting between the NSDC and the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, […] The post Sugar industry key to addressing unemployment, insecurity — NSDC boss  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Stakeholders in the defence sector led by the chairman, Defence Industries Association of Nigeria (DIAN), Maj-Gen. Ibrahim Alaya, has called for urgent and sustained efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s local defence industry capabilities to enhance national security and reduce dependence on foreign military hardware. Alaya made the call during a general meeting of DIAN members on […]

The International Organisation for Economic Development (IOED) has appointed a renowned Nigerian diplomat, Ambassador Jonathan Ojadah, as its new consul-general. The appointment was officially confirmed by the IOED Media and Communications Department in Paris, France, following an earlier declaration by the organisation’s African Continental Headquarters in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. In a statement issued on Friday, […]

Over the weekend, while scrolling through Facebook’s increasingly crowded marketplace of political certainty and economic evangelism, I stumbled upon Tanimu Yakubu’s essay, “Deficits, Debt and Economic Literacy: A Response to Nigeria’s Fiscal Critics,” shared by presidential media aides. Coming from the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, the essay naturally carried institutional weight. […]

Kasi Cloud has commissioned the first phase of its 100MW AI-ready hyperscale Nigeria data centre in Lagos, boosting local compute capacity for AI workloads Read More: https://punchng.com/firm-unveils-first-phase-of-100mw-data-centre/

Although Nigeria has recorded no confirmed case of Ebola, NCDC emphasised that it is maintaining heightened vigilance due to increasing regional mobility and the risk of cross-border transmission. The post Nigeria intensifies surveillance as Ebola outbreak spreads in Central Africa – NCDC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The United States Department of State has announced the activation of a comprehensive response plan following the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, DRC, and Uganda. The development was disclosed in a statement posted on the official account of the U.S Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs. According to the statement, […] US releases $13m emergency aid over Ebola outbreak in Africa

Galatasaray and their star striker, Victor Osimhen met Turkey President, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Monday night. This was in continuation of their  championship festivities which took them to the Presidential Dolmabahçe Working Office. Osimhen took the opportunity to convey his appreciation to the president. The Galatasaray delegation, headed by club president, Dursun Aydın Özbek and manager, Okan […] What Victor Osimhen told Turkey president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan during meeting

•Sub-Saharan Africa remains  most expensive By  Babajide Komolafe Diaspora remittances into Nigeria stabilised at $21.8 billion in 2025 despite mounting global economic pressures, tighter immigration policies in major economies and rising transfer costs across Sub-Saharan Africa. Vanguard analysis of  data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Quarterly Statistical Bulletin for fourth quarter 2025, Q4’25, showed […] The post Diaspora remittances stabilises at $21.8bn in 2025 amid global pressures  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has  spoken on the need for accountability and a sense of responsibility amongst adults.

Trinity University launches its Model UN initiative, TiMUN, to equip students with diplomacy, negotiation, and global leadership skills for careers. Read More: https://punchng.com/trinity-varsity-launches-model-un-initiative-to-train-future-diplomats/

A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Taraba State, Hon. Danjuma Usman Shiddi, has said the state urgently needs a new generation of leaders who will pilot its affairs with courage, fairness and integrity. The aspirant, who stated this in an interview with reporters in Jalingo, said his […]

Vice President for Secure Power, Sub-Saharan Africa at Schneider Electric, Steven Santini, has said that building a strong infrastructure backbone is critical to unlocking the full potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Santini said reliable power systems, efficient cooling mechanisms and robust data centre designs are essential for healthcare institutions seeking to maximise AI […]

Grief, outrage and mourning have enveloped parts of Anambra state following the tragic death of yet to be identified nurse who was allegedly killed by stray bullet of state security operatives, Udogachi. According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Oba in Idemili South LGA, when members of the local security […] The post EXPLAINER: How Anambra State Security Operatives Killed Nursing Mother In Oba appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission, Dr Tony Ojukwu, has underlined the need for sustained efforts to protect human rights in the country. Ojukwu spoke when he declared open a one-day state consultation meeting on the National Action Plan for Promotion and Protection of Human Rights in the country in Umuahia, the […]

Nigeria has always produced strikers worth arguing about. From Rashidi Yekini to Obafemi Martins, the debate over who leads the Super Eagles’ attack never really goes away. Right now, though, the conversation has moved to Turkey, because two of Nigeria’s most productive forwards are both tearing through the Süper Lig at the same time, at […] The post Paul Onuachu vs Victor Osimhen: Stats, Goals, and Who Is Turkey’s Top Super Eagles Striker? appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

National Secretary of the All Progressive Congress, Ajibola Basiru, has said that any politician who is serious about winning elections must align with the party. According to Basiru, aside the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, the APC is the only party that has tasted victory in national elections. He said that makes the ruling party a […] 2027 election: Any politician that wants to win must align with APC – National Secretary, Basiru