In a decisive move to uphold the highest standards of officiating at football’s biggest stage, FIFA has unveiled a specialised training camp for African match officials shortlisted for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The camp will commence on 31 May in Miami, a city renowned for its multicultural dynamism and world-class sporting infrastructure. The initiative […]

Petrol prices in Nigeria remain stable at N1,204-1,207 per litre despite rising global crude prices, while cooking gas increases to N1,150 per kilogramme.

Thai authorities have arrested a Nigerian national, Nwaiwu Ifeanyi, after uncovering over N67m concealed in the ceiling of his bathroom during a late-night raid, in what officials described as a major crackdown on a suspected drug network. The operation also led to the arrest of three other suspects and the seizure of cocaine, cash, and [...]

There’s a reason Steam gift cards keep showing up at the top of every “highest gift card rates in Nigeria” conversation. If you’ve ever held a Steam card and hesitated before selling, you’ve probably asked yourself: ● “Am I getting the best Steam gift card rate right now?” ● “Why does one platform give me […] Best Steam Gift Card to Naira Rates in Nigeria, 2026 Update – Apexpay

Nigeria’s new permanent representative to the United Nations, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, says President Bola Tinubu is determined to resolve “long-standing grievances” fuelling insecurity in Nigeria and across the wider region. The post Tinubu will resolve generational grievances, Jimoh Ibrahim tells UN appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Monday Okpebholo’s efforts to address long-standing flooding and infrastructure challenges in Edo State are yielding results, with key projects nearing completion across Benin City. The intervention is most evident at the 8.25-kilometre Amufi–Okpagha–Egan Road, which links the Benin–Agbor and Benin–Auchi highways and has for years been plagued by erosion and flooding that disrupted movement […]

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara state has assured the Federal University Gusau (FUGUS) of his administration’s continued support and increased interventions to enable the institution serve the people of the State more effectively. In a statement, the Chief Information and Public Relations Officer of the institution, Jamilu Ibrahim Gusau (ANIPR) said Governor Lawal gave the […]

“I was thinking he would be at the point where he would be considering leaving the stage for younger people, but he said he is contesting,” Umeh said.

Tragedy struck in the Alapere area of Lagos State on Monday as a dispatch rider was crushed to death by a speeding tanker, triggering unrest among fellow riders at the scene. The fatal incident, which occurred in the Motorways Inward Estate axis, involved an empty tanker belonging to NIPCO with registration number TTN-776ZQ. The tanker [...]

The Inspector-General of Police restructures the Police Monitoring Unit to strengthen discipline and improve operational efficiency in the Nigeria Police F Read More: https://punchng.com/ig-restructures-police-monitoring-unit-appoints-new-head/

The envoy also called for greater collaboration from the international community, urging member states and partners to support Nigeria’s efforts as it works to tackle its domestic and developmental issues.

Hungary’s new leader Peter Magyar stopped Viktor Orban’s ICC withdrawal, keeping Hungary under court jurisdiction and warning Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu.

  For many Nigerian women, the idea of lifting heavy weights can seem intimidating. Some worry it might… This article Strength Training for Women: Heavy Lifting as Longevity appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Panic has gripped the Calabar–Oron axis of Cross River State following the abduction of no fewer than 15 passengers by gunmen who ambushed a commercial boat along the busy water route. The victims were reportedly seized on Friday while travelling aboard a Sea Express vessel from Calabar to Oron, in an attack that has again [...]

Some Nigerians and armchair analysts are often quick to criticise the Federal Government for perceived shortcomings in security, highlighting isolated incidents such as kidnappings, improvised explosive devices, suicide bombings, and attacks in parts of the country. Such perceptions, however, tend to downplay and discount the heroic exploits of members of the Nigerian armed forces, saddled [...]

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the 2026 JAMB UTME results for candidates who sat the exam on Monday. Find out how to check now. Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-releases-mondays-utme-results/

The Federal Road Safety Corps has returned N1.12m recovered from the scene of a fatal road crash to the family of a deceased motorist, underscoring what it described as its commitment to transparency and accountability. The Corps disclosed that the money was retrieved during a rescue operation following a deadly accident that occurred on April [...]

Supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso launched the Obi–Kwankwaso Movement, uniting forces for ADC primaries amid rising tensions and political realignment.

The inspector-general of police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the comprehensive restructuring of the Police Monitoring Unit (PMU) as part of ongoing institutional reforms aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness, strengthening internal oversight, and reinforcing discipline across the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The restructuring is necessitated by the need to refocus the unit on its […]

Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal, has named Inter Miami captain, Lionel Messi as the best player of all time. According to the Spain international, everyone respects Messi for what he has achieved in the sport. Yamal was speaking after he won the Best Young Athlete award at the 2026 Laureus Awards ceremony in Madrid on Monday. […] Everyone respects him – Lamine Yamal names best football player of all time

US President Donald Trump said late Monday the United States obtaining uranium from Iran would be "long" and "difficult" in the aftermath of last year's US strikes on Tehran's nuclear sites. The post Trump says recovering Iran uranium ‘will be a long and difficult process’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

Veteran Nollywood actor Patrick Doyle reflects on the tragic loss of his newborn daughter, Omayinuwa Mayen Harriet Doyle, reopening past wounds of grief.

Residents and shop owners along LASU Road in the Ojo area of Lagos State were thrown into panic after a group of armed men invaded the area, attacking shops and dispossessing passersby of their valuables. The development disrupted normal activities, forcing traders to abandon their businesses while commuters and pedestrians fled for safety as the […] Panic as hoodlums attack shops, residents in Lagos

The technical adviser of Nasarawa United has reiterated his side’s determination to remain firmly in the hunt for the Nigeria Professional Football League title, despite facing an uphill task with only three matches left in the season. The Solid Miners reignited their faltering title ambitions with an emphatic 3-0 victory over Warri Wolves last weekend. […]

The Director General of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has unveiled an ambitious two-year plan to address a deficit of two million coaches in Nigerian sport. The initiative aims to revolutionise the country’s coaching sector. Shaibu’s announcement came during a condolence visit to the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) following the passing […]

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We state unequivocally that should anything happen to Mr Bayo Adetu or any member of his family, Mr Peter Okoye will be held accountable. Such statements, when directed at a media professional, are taken with utmost seriousness.

JAMB released UTME results for April 20 candidates, allowing them to check scores through official channels as the 2026 exam continues nationwide.

Perhaps no decision is as critical for a trader as choosing a reliable broker. A good broker will provide you with the necessary conditions for your success, while a dishonest one may steal all your money. With the popularity of Forex trading in Africa, the number of dishonest brokers has also increased, and this decision […] The post How to Spot a Trustworthy Forex Broker in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has expressed optimism over electoral reforms in Ondo State following the deployment of Dr Mutiu Olaleke Agboke as the new Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC. The Commission, in a statement by INEC Ondo State Administrative Secretary, Tadese Adenike, confirmed that Dr Agboke assumed office on Monday, April 20, 2026. In […] INEC expresses confidence as Agboke resumes as Ondo REC

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Fatima Suleiman Zuntu as the new Director-General/ Chief Executive Officer of National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), for an initial term of four years, effective from April 16, 2026. According to a statement by the Head, Information & Public Relations in the office of the secretary to […]

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disowned a viral X (formerly Twitter) account falsely linked to its Chairman, Joash Ojo Amupitan, describing it as the product of a coordinated disinformation campaign. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, Adedayo Oketola, said a comprehensive forensic investigation […]

Palpable tension enveloped the ancient city of Ijebu-Ode on Monday following the decision of the Ogun State chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) to lock out the Senator representing the zone at the National Assembly (NASS), Otunba Gbenga Daniel, from attending the party’s caucus meeting held in the town. The tension, which started as a […]

Luis Figo names PSG and Bayern Munich as favourites for the UEFA Champions League as Atletico Madrid and Arsenal seeks a first title in the 2025/26 season.

A total of 36 blind candidates participated in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) at the Bauchi Special JAMB Centre, held at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Yelwa Campus, under JAMB’s Equal Opportunity Group (EOG) programme. Speaking to journalists during the exercise on Tuesday, the Coordinator of the UTME Bauchi Centre for the […]

President Bola Tinubu has reconstituted the Nigeria Police Academy's governing council, appointed six representatives from each geopolitical zone and key officials.