Okan Buruk praises Victor Osimhen's return and performance as Galatasaray defeats Fenerbahce 3-0, extending their lead towards a fourth consecutive title.

Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has offered to combine his political leadership of the state with lecturing job at Akwa ibom State University. This is to enable him imbue in the students the business orientation required for enterprise development. He expressed concern over high unemployment rate in the state, noting that independent entrepreneurship […]

Financial market analysts have projected sustained gains in the Nigerian equities market this week as dividend payouts boost liquidity and investors take early positions ahead of first-quarter (Q1) results. The positive sentiment is expected to favour companies with strong fundamentals and earnings visibility, with banking, consumer goods, and industrial stocks tipped as likely beneficiaries. Looking […]

While Musk's lawsuit is part of a feud between him and OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman, it spotlights a debate as to whether AI should ultimately serve to benefit a privileged few or society as a whole. The post Stage Set For Elon Musk’s Court Battle With OpenAI appeared first on Channels Television.

A former deputy governor of Imo State, Prince Eze Madumere, has said his decision to join the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)was informed by genuine conviction that the party remains the most credible platform for rebuilding purposeful governance, sustainable development and restoration of citizens’ dignity. He emphasised that Imo State needs healing, direction and leadership that […]

The Nigerian Navy has deployed 10 ships and two helicopters as well as maritime domain awareness assets and elements of special boats services for the 2026 Exercise “Obangame Express”. The chief of naval staff, Vice Admiral Ibi Abbas, who disclosed this yesterday at the flag-off of the “Obangame Express 2026” at Navy Jetty, Onne, Rivers […]

The Edo State High Court sitting in Benin City has discharged and acquitted the Benin branch manager of DHL Express, Mr Nuhu Omokide, of complicity in the disappearance of a parcel bound for the United Kingdom (UK). Delivering judgment in the appeal marked B/10CA/2025, Justice E. G. Adekanmbi set aside the earlier conviction handed down […]

New leaders have emerged in the Abia State chapter of the Labour Party (LP). Among the leaders are representatives of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). The new leadership which is chaired by Peter Azubuike, emerged in the party’s state congress conducted last weekend through a consensus option in Umuahia, […]

Olowoyo, has raised the  alarm over what he described as the “disturbing and preventable” wave of deaths among Nigerian pensioners, blaming systemic failure The post Why Nigerian workers die soon after retirement — NCSU scribe appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned against any move to halt political campaigns in parts of Northern Nigeria, arguing that such a decision would erode constitutional rights and heighten fears of disenfranchisement amid worsening insecurity. His reaction follows reports that the Senate is considering suspending political activities in eight states affected by escalating violence, […]

The resolution was reached Sunday at a meeting of the elders committee, regarded as the highest decision-making body of the party in the state The post Jigawa APC elders endorse President Tinubu, Gov Namadi for 2nd term appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The factional national leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by Nafiu Bala Gombe, has declared that the party was not involved in the recent National Summit of Opposition Political Parties held in Ibadan. The party also reassured members and supporters of its readiness to fully participate in the 2027 general elections. In a […]

A New Era of Global Uncertainty The world is entering a period of profound fragmentation. Old alliances are shifting, new power blocs are emerging, and global institutions are struggling to adapt to rapid geopolitical change. From rising nationalism to technological disruption, the international system is being reshaped in ways that challenge long-standing assumptions about cooperation [...]

A former Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Dr. Mike Igini, has raised fresh concerns over the credibility of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, warning that ethical lapses among political actors could derail the process despite improvements in electoral technology and law. Speaking at a political parties’ summit in Ibadan on Saturday, […]

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has urged Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso to defect from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and contest the 2027 presidential election on its platform. In a post shared on X on Sunday, the party indicated that both politicians have a narrow window of about two weeks to make the move […]

Speaking during a special prayer session held at the Government House , Yusuf also described the behaviour as a breach of cultural and religious norms

Mali’s Defence Minister Sadio Camara, his second wife and two of his grandchildren died on Sunday, after a car bomb attack on his home in the military junta stronghold of Kati, outside Bamako, his family and an official said. The minister died after an attack on his house as the army fought a second day [...]

The Minister of State for Defence, Hon. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has pledged to purchase a gubernatorial nomination form on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Governor Dauda Lawal to contest the 2027 governorship election in the state. Matawalle made the declaration on Saturday during a stakeholders’ meeting of the ruling APC held […]

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has returned to Islamabad on Sunday, where he is expected to participate in talks focused on ending the war with the U.S., Iranian state media reported. U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner had been expected to head to Islamabad Saturday for peace talks, but President Trump said he canceled […]

By Babajide Komolafe United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) has sustained its growth trajectory, with total assets crossing the N33 trillion mark and maintaining momentum into the first quarter of 2026, following strong growth in earnings in Full Year 2025 and Q1’26. The bank’s unaudited results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, showed that total […] The post UBA assets hit N33trn, sustain growth momentum into Q1’26 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Iranian state media said Monday that the country's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had arrived in Saint Petersburg for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The post Oil Rises, Stocks Swing As Peace Talk Hopes Wobble appeared first on Channels Television.

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Iran could call if it wanted to negotiate an end to the war launched by the U.S. and Israel, as Iran’s foreign ‌minister returned to Pakistan for talks despite the absence of U.S. counterparts. Hopes of reviving peace efforts had earlier receded after Trump scrapped a visit to […]

Guards Brigade has confirmed the death of a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Mr Abdulsamad Jamiu, who was caught in a crossfire with armed robbers in the Dei Dei area of Abuja. A statement by the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations Headquarters Guards Brigade, Lt Olawuyi Odubola, said the incident occurred […]

The media personality’s statement comes days after his emotional podcast appearance sparked controversy and a legal response from his estranged wife. The post “For those my tears offended, I’m sorry” — Roby apologises after crying over failed marriage to Mayowa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Kaduna State Government has commenced the distribution of 100 specialised paediatric wheelchairs to children with mobility impairments as part of efforts to improve access to assistive technology and promote inclusive development. The initiative is being implemented under the Build-A-World of Play (BAWOP) programme in collaboration with the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) and with support […]

Nigerian Army troops have successfully rescued a kidnapped victim in Plateau State, recovering an N8 million ransom paid by the family during the operation Read More: https://punchng.com/army-rescues-kidnapped-victim-recovers-n8m-ransom-in-plateau/

Peter Egwuatu  The stock market extended its bullish run for the fourth consecutive week, supported by sustained investor interest in Banking and Industrial Goods stocks. Trading last week o the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX showed that market participants digested the first wave of the first quarter, Q1’26  earnings reports across the Consumer Goods, Cement, and Hospitality […] The post Banking, Industrial Goods drive stock market as investors gain N5.5trn  appeared first on Vanguard News.

The piece is an imaginative fiction on the political methods of President Bola Tinubu. He can easily pass for a thespian. He acts out the script even before the camera starts rolling. He is a screen grabber. He provides his audience with something to talk about to gauge the public perception. For example, what does […]

A prominent philanthropist and community leader, Chief Kefas Wungak Ropshik, has formally signaled his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Plateau State under the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Ropshik, popularly known as “Kefiano,” made his intention known while addressing a large gathering of supporters in his local government area. Although […]

The Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprise said the 30 percent debt discount for airline operators will not address the deeper structural challenges the aviation sector in the country faces. CPPE disclosed this in a statement by its Chief Executive Officer, Muda Yusuf, on Sunday. According to him, while the government’s effort at addressing surging […] Debt discount for airlines: Cut multiple taxes to provide real solution – CPPE tells Nigerian govt

A faction of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Kebbi State has raised concerns over the ongoing trial of its State Chairman, Sufiyanu Bala, calling on local and international bodies to intervene. The party’s Secretary, Abubakar Bawa Kalgo, made the appeal during a press conference in Birnin Kebbi, alleging irregularities in the legal proceedings against […] Kebbi ADC decries chairman’s trial, moves to petition NJC, others

Victor Osimhen responds to Fenerbahce’s petition to ban him in the Istanbul derby, scoring the first goal in Galatasaray's 3-0 victory over their rivals.

The presidency has said that opposition political parties are standing on a sinking ground while President Bola Tinubu is standing solidly on the rock of competence. Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, stated this on Sunday in an interview on Arise Television. The presidential spokesman, who was reacting to […] Ibadan declaration: Opposition standing on sinking ground – Presidency

Arsenal forward, Eberechi Eze has said that Mikel Arteta team is under serious pressure. According to the England forward, the team has no time to listen to pundits or criticism coming from outside. Arsenal beat Newcastle United 1-0 on Saturday to return to the top of the Premier League table. Eze scored the game’s only […] EPL: Pressure we put on ourselves too much – Arsenal’s Eze admits

Inflation in the 21-nation single-currency area jumped to 2.6 per cent in March, above the ECB's 2 per cent target, and the bank has warned it could surge far higher in a worst-case scenario. The post ECB Set To Hold Rates Steady With Eye On Iran Crisis appeared first on Channels Television.

A Russian military-linked formation, known as the “African Corps,” has claimed it helped foil what it described as a large-scale coup attempt in Mali in the early hours of April 25, 2026. The account, circulated via affiliated channels, alleges coordinated attacks on key government installations in the capital, Bamako, and several northern and central cities. […] The post Alleged Coup Attempt in Mali Repelled – Russian “African Corps” appeared first on OsunDefender.