South Africa has secured a $150 million development policy loan from the OPEC Fund for International Development to support ongoing reforms aimed at removing infrastructure constraints in the energy and freight transport sectors.   The development was disclosed on Wednesday by South Africa’s National Treasury of South Africa, which said the agreement marks the first […]

The governor said reports and interpretations circulating on social media suggesting otherwise were false. The post ‘Nothing Has Changed’, Fubara Reaffirms APC Membership appeared first on Channels Television.

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Rwanda for the annual Africa CEO Forum. The President touched down at Kigali Airport on Wednesday after attending the Africa-France Summit 2026 in Kenya. During the event in Rwanda, the Nigerian leader will hold high-level meetings with top global and African business leaders. Recall that Tinubu on Monday arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, ahead […] Tinubu arrives Rwanda for Africa CEO Forum [VIDEO]

Travis Kelce has opened up about his recent London getaway with fiancée Taylor Swift, sharing details about their theatre outings and food adventures abroad. Speaking on the Wednesday, May 13, episode of the New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce podcast, the NFL star revealed that the couple spent their time in London enjoying good […]

​The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed insinuations about his recent visit to the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, stating that he does not practice “politics of enmity”. ​Speaking with newsmen during a project inspection on Wednesday, Wike clarified that his interaction with […]

Heatwaves, flooding, and other climate-related shocks are threatening learning outcomes and healthcare delivery in Gombe State and other parts of Nigeria, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has warned. Dr Nuzhat Rafique, Chief of UNICEF’s Bauchi Field Office, disclosed this in Gombe during the flag-off of the Climate Resilient Infrastructure for Basic Services (CRIBS) project […]

May 13, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu departed Nairobi, Kenya on Wednesday, for Kigali, Rwanda, following his participation in the Africa Forward Summit held in the Kenyan capital. The President’s visit to Rwanda forms part of ongoing diplomatic engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, enhancing regional cooperation, and expanding economic partnerships between Nigeria and other […] The post Tinubu Heads to Kigali After Africa Forward Summit In Nairobi appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Jabi, Abuja, has adjourned proceedings in an ongoing alleged visa fraud case to June 24, 2026. The matter, which was previously scheduled for hearing on May 7, 2026, could not proceed due to the absence of the presiding judge, Justice Olumuyiwa Oyeyipo, who was reportedly attending an official […] Alleged visa fraud: UK-based Nigerian to testify virtually as court adjourns to June 24

  African undergraduate students seeking hands-on career exposure, mentorship, and access to influential professional networks have a new… This article Intellect Africa Summer Fellowship 2.0 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Stakeholders in education from across Northern Nigeria have called for urgent reforms aimed at repositioning schools for innovation, sustainability and long-term impact. The call was made at the end of the All Northern Schools Conference held in Kano State. The three-day conference brought together school owners, educators, policymakers, development experts, innovators and other stakeholders in […]

Google unveiled major Android upgrades featuring Gemini AI, smarter browsing, distraction-control tools, enhanced sharing features, redesigned Android Auto.

The report mentions that organized crime groups take advantage of government weak spots to expand their territory throughout the jungle. The post Amazon Rainforest ‘Under Attack’ From Organized Crime appeared first on Channels Television.

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said Washington does not expect to need Beijing’s help to end the war with Iran and ease Tehran’s ‌grip on the Strait of Hormuz. The post Strait of Hormuz: US doesn’t need China’s help – Trump appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Debt Management Office (DMO), on behalf of the federal government, has announced plans to raise N600 billion through the May 2026 Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bond auction as part of efforts to finance the 2026 budget and deepen the domestic debt market. The DMO, in an offer circular said the auction would hold […]

Former Big Brother Naija winner Whitemoney has appealed to Nigerians seeking to participate in the 2026 edition of the reality show to stop flooding his direct messages with requests for assistance. In a video shared online, the reality TV star said many hopeful contestants wrongly believe he has the influence to secure them a place […]

A new documentary commemorates Nelson Mandela’s 1990 visit to Nigeria, featuring rare photos and highlighting Nigeria’s anti-apartheid support. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-documentary-to-mark-mandelas-1990-anti-apartheid-visit-to-nigeria/

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has adjusted its nomination and screening dates for the 2027 general elections due to logistics and aspirant requests Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-shifts-nomination-screening-dates-over-logistics-aspirants-requests/

The 2027 elections are approaching. The primaries are already underway. And women; qualified, prepared, committed women, are being shown the door before the contest has even begun… Nigeria deserves better. And frankly, so do the men in power who keep insisting they want a stronger nation while building a weaker one. “Women constitute half of […] The post Party primaries: Shutting women out of leadership, By Osasu Igbinedion Ogwuche appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Real Madrid said Wednesday they have won a legal battle in their dispute with a residents association complaining about "noise pollution" generated by concerts held at their Santiago Bernabeu stadium. The post Real Madrid win legal battle over Bernabeu concert noise appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday, hosted a stakeholders’ dialogue with international development partners, diplomatic missions, and key institutional stakeholders at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. The engagement is part of ongoing efforts to drive comprehensive reforms within the Nigeria Police Force. The strategic engagement, held in collaboration with the Police Reform Secretariat, […] IGP seeks support from international partners on police reforms

May 13, (THEWILL) — The All Democratic Alliance (ADA) on Wednesday suffered a setback in its quest to become a registered political party after the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed its suit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). ADA and its promoters had dragged INEC to court following the commission’s refusal to register […] The post ADA Loses Bid to Secure Registration as Political Party appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A recent study by a Nigerian student, Ololade Temitope Oduneye, has identified cement as the construction sector’s biggest carbon problem, highlighting a range of greener alternatives that could significantly reduce emissions across the industry. The role of concrete in driving climate change has come under renewed scrutiny, with new research identifying cement production as a […]

Gunmen suspected to be members of the Lakurawa group have reportedly killed two officers of the Nigeria Customs Service in Tuga community, Bagudu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The attack was said to have occurred in the early hours of Wednesday when the assailants stormed two security checkpoints in the area around 3 a.m. […]

Paris Saint-Germain prepares to face Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League final, devising strategies to counter the Gunners' set-piece threats on May 30.

The Nigerian Army troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA have apprehended five suspected vandals and intercepted a truck loaded with vandalised railway tracks in Kaduna State. The post Troops apprehend five suspected railway vandals in Kaduna appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has assured the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) that the Adamawa State Government is ready to deepen its collaboration with the agency to reduce the devastating impact of flooding in the state. Fintiri gave the assurance on Wednesday during a courtesy visit to Government House, Yola, when he received the director-general […]

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has warned political parties as well as politicians in Akwa Ibom State that the ban on campaigns has not been lifted ahead of the 2027 elections. The Akwa Ibom Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, of INEC, Prof. Anugbum Onuoha, who issued the warning at a press conference on Wednesday, said […] 2027: INEC warns political parties against premature campaigns in Akwa Ibom

The Nigeria Revenue Service Academy (NRSA) has said that it will launch a new digital Learning Experience Platform (LXP) on May 20, 2026 as part of efforts to deepen workforce capacity and entrench a culture of continuous learning across the Service. A release by the Director of Nigeria Revenue Service Academy (NRSA), Mr. Adeolu Akinyemi, […]

The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, says it has screened 114 aspirants seeking to contest seats in the State House of Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party disclosed this shortly after the conclusion of its screening exercise in Gusau. According to the party’s spokesperson in the state, Hon. […] APC screens 114 House of Assembly aspirants in Zamfara

The Minister of State for Defense, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has hailed Nigeria’s indigenous defense equipment manufacturing firm, DICON-D7G, for boosting Nigeria’s military industrial production on the global stage. Matawalle spoke while declaring open the DICON-D7G exhibition booth at the 2026 SAHA Defense and Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul, Turkey. The minister, accompanied by the chief of […] Nigeria now on world stage — Matawalle speaks on indigenous defence equipment production

Crowdfunding campaigns rescue hostages – but the visibility they generate is becoming part of how ransom demands are set. The post Nigeria’s kidnappers exploit online public empathy to extract higher ransoms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Coronation Asset Management has launched the Coronation Equity Fund, an open-ended collective investment scheme aimed at helping investors benefit from the long-term growth opportunities in Nigeria’s equities market. The launch comes at a significant time for the Nigerian capital market. In 2025, the NGX All-Share Index posted an impressive 51.19 percent year-to-date return, climbing to […] The post Coronation Asset Management Unveils Equity Fund to Help Investors Tap Nigerian Stock Market Growth appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Gunmen have allegedly killed two Customs officers in Tuga community, Kebbi State. The attack occurred at two security checkpoints in the early hours. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-customs-officers-feared-killed-in-kebbi/

  YönBox Innovation Hub is currently accepting applications for its 2026 Future Founders Program, a structured initiative created… This article YönBox Innovation Hub 2026 Future Founders Program appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

A Nigerian doctor has gone viral on Instagram after posting the messages sent to Alex Ekubo before his unexpected demise. Netizens reacted to the post.

Cement prices in Nigeria soar to N13,000 per 50kg bag, impacting construction and raising concerns over soaring costs and potential rent hikes amidst market turmoil.