A senior Nigerian Army officer, Brig.-Gen. O.O. Braimah, has been reportedly killed in a midnight assault by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province insurgents on a military formation in Benesheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State. As reported by Daily Post, the attack, said to have occurred late Wednesday night, targeted a base of [...]

The World Bank urges Nigeria to reopen petrol imports to boost competition and lower prices, as marketers demand deregulation while experts caution on local refining

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has dismissed a viral wanted poster bearing the image of popular Nigerian comedian, Emmanuel Ejekwu, popularly known as Sabinus, describing it as fake and misleading. The commission made this known on Thursday via a post on its official social media page, where it stamped the circulating poster “FAKE NEWS” Read More: https://punchng.com/comedian-sabinus-not-on-wanted-list-efcc-disowns-viral-poster/

…explains why victims’ identities are yet to be released The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that troops of Operation Hadin Kai repelled a terrorist attack on their base in Benisheikh, Borno State. In a statement on Thursday, the military said insurgents launched a coordinated assault on the Brigade Headquarters of the 29 Task Force Brigade […]

The Bayelsa State Government has declared Friday a work-free day and ordered the closure of markets ahead of the visit of President Bola Tinubu to the state. The state Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy, Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, disclosed this on Thursday in Yenagoa, the state capital. She said, “As we all know that the the state Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-declares-holiday-shuts-markets-for-tinubus-visit/

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, Prof. Tanko Ishaya, has confirmed that the university lost two students during the recent unrest in parts of Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State. Ishaya disclosed this on Thursday during a news conference in Jos, the state capital. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that on Read More: https://punchng.com/unijos-loses-two-students-in-recent-jos-unrest-says-vc/

”The number of suspected and confirmed cases has increased compared to the same period in 2025,” the report stated. The post Lassa fever deaths rise in Nigeria — NCDC appeared first on Vanguard News.

April 09, (THEWILL) — Several soldiers of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) have been killed while repelling a coordinated terrorist attack on a military formation in Benisheikh, Borno State, in a fierce overnight encounter that ended in the defeat and retreat of the insurgents. The development was disclosed in a statement signed on Thursday […] The post Soldiers Killed as Troops Repel Terror Attack in Borno appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A Nigerian lady has shared her first embarrassing elevator experience, panicking as doors delayed and power briefly went out, sparking reactions online.

April 09, (THEWILL) — The Bayelsa State Government has disclosed that in the next three weeks, Bayelsans will be told who will manage the Gas Turbine built by the Prosperity Administration. Speaking on Tuesday in Yenagoa during a stakeholders meeting, Roseline Dressman, the Director General of Bayelsa State Electricity Regulatory Agency, maintained that electricity challenges […] The post Bayelsa Govt Set To Unveil Managers Of Gas Turbine appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Online abuse is felt by athletes all over the world, affecting their performances and mental health, leaving them fearing for their safety and even causing them to quit their sports. The post You’re Being Watched: Japan Battles Online Abuse Of Athletes appeared first on Channels Television.

The Bayelsa State government has said the planned visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the state will open a new phase of economic growth and attract investment. The special adviser to Governor Douye Diri on SMEs and former lawmaker, Jonathan Obuebite, said the projects lined up for commissioning are not just state achievements but […]

April 09, (THEWILL) — The death toll from the deadly Monday morning attack on the Bagna community in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State has risen to 52, even as the state government has reassured residents of renewed efforts to restore peace and bring perpetrators to justice. THEWILL gathered that more bodies were recovered […] The post Death Toll Rises To 52 In Shiroro Attack As Niger Govt Vows Justice, Intensifies Security Efforts appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu faces growing pressure and endorsements to contest the Abia governorship in 2027, setting up a potential challenge. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-pressure-mounts-as-group-endorses-kalu-for-abia-gov/

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu receives growing endorsements for the 2027 Abia gov race, signaling a major political contest ahead. Will he declare? Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-group-endorses-kalu-for-abia-gov/

The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has intensified efforts to tackle Nigeria’s housing deficit by promoting public-private partnerships (PPPs) and joint ventures as key drivers of large-scale housing delivery. As part of this strategy, the Ministry will train heads of housing agencies and private developers on structuring viable PPP arrangements, targeting long-standing financing […]

Fremaux noted the high number of historical films at Cannes this year, as well as movies that provide some escapism from the grim realities of current affairs. The post Farhadi, Almodovar, Zvyagintsev To Vie For Top Cannes Festival Prize appeared first on Channels Television.

In Ondo State, Femi Agbeye, 28, faces arrest after brutally machete-wielding his three siblings to death, prompting calls for justice from the police.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has officially been unveiled, joining the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL in the premium smartphone segment as a top-tier option for users prioritising high-end performance: particularly in camera capabilities. The post Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Which android phone has the best camera? appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Nigerian general was killed in a terrorist attack on a military base in Borno state. This marks the second high-ranking officer killed in five months. Read More: https://punchng.com/terrorists-kill-nigerian-brigadier-general-afp-report/

Jihadists in northeast Nigeria killed a brigadier general in an assault on a military base, a local government chairman told AFP on Thursday, the second killing of a high-ranking officer in five months. Africa’s most populous country has been fighting a jihadist insurgency for 17 years, since Boko Haram’s 2009 uprising, which has seen the Read More: https://punchng.com/jihadists-kill-nigerian-brigadier-general-afp-report/

Petrol prices have dropped across depots as competition with Dangote Refinery intensified, prompting operators to adjust rates downward to remain competitive.

Nigeria’s oil and gas sector must integrate digital technologies, efficient capital use, and robust policies to exceed the three million barrels per day production target, the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) said on Thursday. Delivering the welcome address at the 26th Annual Oloibiri Lecture Series and Energy Forum (OLEF 2026) in Abuja, PTDF executive Secretary […]

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the establishment of a College of Medical Sciences at Adamawa State University (ADSU), Mubi. The university was established in 2002 by the Adamawa State Government. A panel of the NUC briefed the Adamawa State Government on Thursday on its findings after inspecting facilities in and around the university. […] NUC approves establishment of medical college at Adamawa State University

There are a few countries where lawyers and courts are as gifted in twisting judicial pronouncements as those in Nigeria. It is not merely the wigs and gowns, relics of a colonial past, that make the courtroom forbidding. It is the language, especially Latin, that often turns justice into an elaborate puzzle, hiding meaning in […]

The streets of Lagos came alive on April 6, 2026, as the Fanti Carnival returned with renewed energy, drawing thousands into the heart of Lagos Island for a spectacle that blended history, identity, and modern entertainment. Held at Tafawa Balewa Square, the event was more than a festive gathering, it stood as a statement of […] The post 2026 Fanti Carnival in Lagos: Record Turnout, Concert Highlights, Sanwo Olu’s Agenda, and more appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Kun Khalifat FC midfielder Nnorom Nmesoma says they are in high spirits ahead of the remaining matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. The Owerri-based club will take on Warri Wolves, Plateau United, Kano Pillars, Abia Warriors and Wikki Tourists in their last five league games of the season. Kun Khalifat FC […] NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC star Nmesoma confident of relegation survival

At least 60 people, including more than 40 security operatives, have been reportedly killed in coordinated attacks on communities in the Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, marking a violent end to weeks of relative peace in the area. The post After weeks of calm, terrorists kill scores in Niger communities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Upgrading Committee of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Ibadan, has intensified efforts to ensure that the airlift of intending Muslim pilgrims from Oyo State...

The Africa Blockchain, DeFi & Web3 Summit (ABDS) 2026 is a two-day conference and networking event scheduled for… This article ABDS 2026: Africa’s Biggest Blockchain, DeFi & Web3 Summit Comes to Lagos in April appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

A Ugandan tourist praises significant changes at Murtala Muhammed Airport, highlighting improved organization, professionalism, and an end to extortion. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-one-asked-me-for-a-dime-ugandan-tourist-praises-new-look-of-murtala-muhammed-airport/

Seven suspected serial killers have been arrested by police operatives attached to Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos State....

A public affairs commentator, Mahdi Shehu, has cautioned political leaders against promoting a one-party system, warning that such a path often ends in failure and disgrace. Shehu gave the warning in a post shared on X on Thursday, where he reflected on the dangers and perceived benefits of one-party dominance in a democracy. According to […] One-party rule will end in disgrace – Mahdi Shehu

The Vice Chancellor of University of Jos, Prof. Tanko Shaya, has confirmed the tragic loss of two students following the recent wave of violence that swept through parts of Jos North Local Government Area in Plateau State. Shaya made this known during a press briefing on Thursday in Jos, shedding light on the toll the unrest […]

The Defence Headquarters on Thursday reacted to an attack by Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, terrorists on a military base in Benisheikh, Borno State. However, the Defence Headquarters was silent on reports that the ISWAP terrorists killed Brig.-Gen. O. O. Braimah, a Brigade Commander of the Joint Task Force in Benesheikh, during the attack. […] DHQ confirms Borno military base attack, keeps mum on ‘killing’ of Brigade Commander

“None of these people, including our own, very disappointing, NATO, understood anything unless they have pressure placed upon them!!!”