The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has given cars to women leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in five states controlled by opposition parties. The states are Abia, Anambra, Bauchi, Osun, and Oyo.

By Jimitota Onoyume  A group Community Development Committee of the Niger Delta Oil and Gas Producing Areas, has berated leaders of  Ijaw and Urhobo of Warri who spoke at a joint press conference  of the ethnic nationalities recently  at Asaba for  trying to demonize the first lady of the country Senator Oluremi Tinubu over the […] The post Group berates Ijaw, Urhobo leaders over attack on First Lady Olurem appeared first on Vanguard News.

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says digital learning and artificial intelligence (AI) can play a significant role in addressing Nigeria’s out-of-school children crisis.

Victor Osimhen could leave Galatasaray this summer, despite the club's unwillingness to sell him, but it would take a massive financial package for all parties.

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday ordered African Action Congress, AAC, presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, to enter a defence in his ongoing trial for alleged criminal defamation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Justice Mohammed Umar, in a ruling on Thursday, rejected a request by the politician’s lawyer, Marshall Abubakar, that a further hearing in the case […] Court orders Sowore to enter defence in alleged criminal defamation charges

Nigeria was listed among 60 economies facing possible US trade penalties after an investigation into alleged failures to curb forced labour imports.

The competition is a nationwide initiative aimed at identifying, recognising and rewarding outstanding secondary school teachers for their invaluable contributions to shaping the nation's future. The post Entries open for the 2026 Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigerian afrobeats singer, Qing Madi has made strong allegations against her former record label boss, Joy Tongo, the CEO of JTon Music, claiming that he forged her signature.

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mary Njoku has called on African Christians to balance faith with practical efforts while addressing the challenges facing society. In a message shared on her Instagram page, the actress stressed that while spiritual issues require spiritual solutions, physical problems can only be resolved through deliberate action and responsible leadership. According to [...]

Former SMEDAN DG, Dr. Olawale Fasanya, reveals why he left a N1.2m PTDF job for a lower-paying role at SMEDAN, prioritizing impact over salary. Read More: https://punchng.com/people-called-me-crazy-for-leaving-n1-2m-ptdf-job-ex-smedan-boss/

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has expressed disappointment following Nigeria’s draw with Poland, insisting that the team did enough to have claimed all three points in the encounter.

Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has revealed Pep Guardiola was on the verge of quitting "100 times" before finally leaving at the end of this season. The post Guardiola quit ‘100 times’ before leaving, says Man City chairman appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Oyo State Government has assured residents of its readiness to prevent, detect, and respond effectively to any potential threat of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). The post Ebola: Oyo Govt. assures residents of safety amid concerns appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Chelsea striker Bobby Tambling has died aged 84, having spent almost 50 years as the club's record goalscorer before his mark was surpassed in 2013.

A chieftain of the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Datti Baba-Ahmed, says the calm nature of Northern Nigeria has kept them from speaking out on insurgency. Baba-Ahmed stated this on Thursday while featuring in an interview on Trust TV. He noted that some other parts of Nigeria are able to come out with civic democratic and […] Insurgency: North’s calm nature has kept us from speaking out – Datti Baba-Ahmed

In Nigeria, there is no clear legal framework governing surrogacy, a gap that has raised ethical concerns about potential exploitation, particularly of women and girls from low-income communities. The post Surrogacy: Nigerian Couples’ Alternative Path To Parenthood Gaining Acceptability appeared first on Channels Television.

Bambam shared a heartwarming video of her singing with her daughters, showcasing their bond and her eldest's impressive piano skills amid marriage speculation.

Four members of the National Youth Service Corps and a soldier have been confirmed dead in a road accident along the Yola–Mubi road in Adamawa State. The accident occurred on Wednesday at about 1:50 pm along the Narehi area of Girei/Song Local Government Area. The Adamawa State Police Command spokesman, SP Suleiman Nguroje, confirmed the Read More: https://punchng.com/four-corps-members-soldier-die-in-adamawa-road-crash/

A Lagos State Magistrate Court sitting in Ogba, Lagos and presided by Justice L. A. Owolabi has again ordered the remand of Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, popularly known as Hammed Ajiran, for another 10 days following the failure of the Directorate of Public Prosecutions, DPP to render its legal advice as earlier directed by the court. […] Protest as court remands Hammed Tajudeen for another 10 days

Hundreds of youths and civil society advocates on Thursday staged a peaceful protest in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, demanding the immediate release of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oriire local government area of Oyo State. The demonstrators marched through major roads in the city, chanting solidarity songs and calling on security agencies and government authorities to […] Youths protest in Osun over abducted Oyo school children, teachers

Mr Rubio, in his latest remark, shared on X by the Department of State, said that the concerns shared about targeted attacks on Christian communities strengthened the security engagement between Nigeria and the US. The post ‘We’re actively in counterterrorism cooperation with Nigerian govt,” Marco Rubio tells US senators appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A socio-political organisation, the Kwara South Progressive Movement (KSPM), has urged traditional rulers in Igbomina axis of the District to refrain from partisan political engagements, warning that such actions could erode public confidence in the traditional institution. The group, through The post Group cautions Kwara South monarchs against partisan politics appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Kogi State Police Command launches a new Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) to combat armed banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-unveil-violent-crime-response-unit-in-kogi/

The Managing Director of The Jagz Hotel, Lugard Agbomoagan, has identified innovation, strategic expansion and strong leadership as critical drivers of Africa’s hospitality future, as the hospitality brand unveiled Jonathan Odia as its new General Manager and announced plans for The post Innovation key to Africa’s hospitality future, says Jagz MD appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

  Peter Obi‌, the National Democratic Congress flag bearer , has issued a note of warning to Nigerian youths against ethnic and religious divisions, encouraging them not to be used to promote narratives that disrupt national unity. In a post on The post Peter Obi defends Adeboye, urges youths to take action appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

A Kogi-born cyclist, Mustapha Shehu, has completed a solidarity bicycle ride from Umomi-Ikpokoje in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State to Abuja in support of the anticipated second-term bid of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District. The post Kogi Cyclist rides to Abuja in support of Natasha’s re-election bid appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The United Kingdom is introducing new rules that could prevent some universities from sponsoring international students for study visas.

President Tinubu approves Nigeria's 2026 oil block licensing round, amid advanced preparations for the 2025 bid, signalling renewed investor confidence in the sector

The Police Command in Akwa Ibom, has rescued three abducted children and arrested two suspected child traffickers along Ekparakwa village in Mkpat Enin Local Government Area.

Security was beefed up on Thursday at the entrance and exit gates of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, as authorities moved to prevent any possible breach amid a planned protest over the kidnapping of schoolchildren in Oyo State. The post Aso Villa tightens security over planned protest appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Raymond Oise It is almost three weeks since teachers and school pupils were abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, yet the Nigerian government has failed to secure their release although both the abductors and the victims The post Kidnapping, killings, and Nation in distress appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Italian Serie A runners-up Napoli confirmed on Thursday that coach Antonio Conte will leave the club after two years, with former AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri tipped to take over. “Napoli announces that an agreement has been reached with Antonio Conte and his staff to part ways before the natural expiry of their contracts,” the Read More: https://punchng.com/napoli-confirm-conte-exit-allegri-tipped-as-new-coach/

Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as ‘Davido’ has challenged the All Progressives Congress, APC, to prove its popularity through ballot papers, not guns or weapons. Davido threw this challenge in a post on his verified X handle on Thursday, condemning the attack on Accord Party Chairman. He said the attack must be condemned and […] Let’s settle political popularity by ballot, not guns’ -Davido slams APC 

Heavy security presence on Thursday halted protesters from gaining access to the National Assembly Complex as military personnel, police, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) barricaded all major access roads to the Three Arms Zone in Abuja. The post Soldiers, DSS, Police, others, block protesters from approaching National Assembly appeared first on Vanguard News.

Atiku Abubakar criticizes the Nigerian government’s handling of insecurity, stating it fails to learn from past mistakes as terrorism spreads. Urgent refor Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-fg-has-failed-to-learn-from-its-mistakes-atiku/

“Since Sunday Igboho claims to know those behind the abduction of students and teachers in Oriire, Oyo State, I think that the State Security Service (SSS) and other security agencies need to invite him to release those names to them,” Ibe wrote. The post Invite Igboho to name Oyo abductors, Atiku’s aide tells DSS appeared first on Vanguard News.