The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday adjourned the forfeiture case filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission against properties linked to former Bayelsa State Governor, Timipre Sylva, to July 16. Justice Obiora Egwuatu adjourned the matter after the EFCC failed to file a compliance report on an earlier interim forfeiture order issued […]

  Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has asserted that players from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) must demonstrate their quality and readiness to compete for places in the national squad. Chelle made the statement while addressing questions regarding the prospects of home-based players breaking into the Super Eagles, noting that the current team […]

Authorities shut down the internet during large-scale anti-government protests that peaked in early January, then suspended it again on February 28 at the start of the Middle East war. The post Iran president orders internet restored after war suspension appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau Disturbed by the desperation of the distractors, the Media Office of former presidential candidate in the 2023 general election and ex-Anambra state governor, Mr. Peter Obi has launched a fierce rebuttal against recurring allegations that he targeted Northerners during his time in office, describing the claims as “malicious falsehoods” [...]

Perhaps because Fayemi is calm, reflective, intellectual, and measured, many people misunderstand his personality and political style. In an environment where loudness is often mistaken for strength, his restraint is sometimes wrongly interpreted as weakness or indecision. Yet beneath that composed personality lies one of the most experienced, sophisticated, resilient, and internationally connected political actors […] The post Kayode Fayemi: The misunderstood intellectual and strategic force in Nigerian politics, By Olusegun D Lawal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Delegates were reported to have voted peacefully during the exercise, which party officials described as orderly, transparent and largely hitch-free. The post 2027: Ex-dep gov emerges PDP governorship flagbearer in Oyo appeared first on Vanguard News.

A suspect has confessed to the killing of 21-year-old nursing student Wendy Chinwendu Achumba, narrating how he allegedly struck her with a wooden object while his accomplice slit her throat during a violent attack in Umulogho, Obowo Local Government Area of Imo State. The victim, a student of the College of Nursing Sciences, Umulogho, was […]

‘Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has felicitated with former Governor of the and immediate past Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, on the occasion of his 69th birthday. Adeleke described the National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress as a courageous leader, passionate progressive, and an enduring contributor to the development of Osun State […] The post An Enduring Contributor To Osun Development’, Adeleke Celebrates Aregbesola At 69 appeared first on OsunDefender.

The former minister of transportation said that people must learn to judge him based on his performance in public office. The post Amaechi hopeful ADC would complete presidential primary fairly, credibly appeared first on Vanguard News.

For those who lived through his tenure as Ekiti State governor, the cognitive dissonance was almost physically painful. His administration operated less like a democracy and more like a well-run fiefdom. Candidate lists for elective offices were drawn from the governor’s office, with the quiet efficiency of a procurement exercise. Loyal party men and women […] The post Between Tinubu’s kindness and Fayemi’s betrayal, By Olabode Opeseitan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigerian equities opened the new trading week on a bullish note, as sustained buying pressure pushed the market higher and delivered a N906 billion gain in market capitalisation. The All Share Index (ASI) rose by 1,412.65 points, representing a 0.57 per cent increase, to close at 251,125.02 points. In the same vein, market capitalisation climbed […]

Lagos State Police Command launches “Command Sweepers Squad” in Ikorodu to combat rising insecurity. This special unit aims to restore public confidence. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-unveils-special-squad-in-lagos-to-tackle-insecurity/

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has condemned the killing of several pastoralists in Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi State, calling for justice for the victims. In a statement issued on Monday by the State Secretary of the association, Suleiman Muhammed, the group described the attack as barbaric and unacceptable. According to the […] MACBAN condemns killing of pastoralists in Kogi, demands justice

“So far, 101 cases have been confirmed in DRC with 10 confirmed deaths. In Uganda, five cases and one death have been confirmed, linked to cross-border movement,” he said. The post WHO releases emergency funds as Ebola response scales in DRC, Uganda appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Itsekiri Grassroots Coalition (IGC) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the National Assembly, civil society organisations, traditional institutions, and other stakeholders to intervene in the controversy ... The post IGC raises concerns over proposed ward delineation in Warri appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mustapha Bala Dawaki, former APC chairman’s aide, defects to NDC and joins Kwankwasiyya movement, shaking up Kano politics ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-chairmans-ex-aide-joins-ndc/

Diageo Nigeria, in partnership with Celebr-8 Lyfe and Lagos State agencies, graduated 300 young Nigerians under its hospitality skills and employability training.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has scheduled Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the conduct of the mop-up Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for candidates who were unable to sit for the 2026 examination despite being successfully verified biometrically.

Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has scheduled a mop-up examination for candidates unable to sit the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.

The forfeited assets also include a Toyota 4Runner SUV; two trucks laden with substantial quantities of mica and lithium stones, and a 40-foot container containing substantial quantities of mica and lithium stones.  The post Illegal Mining: Court Orders Final Forfeiture Of Mining Site, Others To FG appeared first on Channels Television.

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau Nigeria’s electoral umpire, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has appealed the judgement of the Federal High Court Abuja, which nullified the Commission’s timelines issued for the conduct of party primaries and the nomination of candidates ahead of the 2027 general election. This is even as Mr. Alex Izinyon, a [...]

The Ogun State Police Command says its has strengthened proactive security measures, assuring residents of the state of a peaceful, safe, and hitch-free El-Kabir celebration. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, in a statement on Monday said adequate personnel and operational assets were deployed to strategic locations in the state. Babaseyi noted that they were […] Sallah: Police deploy personnel to Ogun prayer ground, market place, motor parks

“I wasn’t surprised because, in the first place, he ought not to have collected the form. This is because agreement was reached that his impeachment should be dropped, while he should also not go for a second term.” The post 2027: Wike speaks on Fubara’s withdrawal from APC governorship primary appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Abia State Governor Alex Otti launches NKATA, a N306 million tech-enabling business grant, to empower entrepreneurs and create economic opportunities acros Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-unveils-n306m-tech-enabling-business-grant/

The board said the mop-up examination would cater to candidates who were biometrically verified during the main UTME but could not sit the examination “for one reason or another.” The post UTME 2026: JAMB fixes date for mop-up exams appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

May 25 (THEWILL) — The Akwa Ibom Police Command has announced a major breakthrough in its ongoing offensive against violent crime, disclosing the arrest of 178 suspects and the recovery of 69 firearms in a sweeping crackdown across the state. The Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, made the disclosure on Monday, during a press […] The post Police Recover 69 Firearms, Arrest 178 Suspects In Akwa Ibom Crackdown appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in a statement on Sunday advised motorists travelling between Abuja and Kaduna to use the Kaduna–Kachia–Maraban Kubacha–Jere–Bwari alternative route The post Eid-el-Kabir: Travellers trapped in Abuja-Kaduna highway gridlock appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Nigerian equities market extended its bullish run on Monday as investors gained N905 billion amid sustained buying interest in large and mid-cap stocks across major sectors of the market.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has fixed Saturday, 13th June, 2026 for the conduct of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME mop-up examination. The exercise is for all candidates who presented themselves and were biometrically verified for the 2026 UTME but were unable to sit the examination for one reason or another. The […] JAMB sets date for 2026 UTME mop-up exam

Zimbabwe head coach Kaitano Tembo says his team is battle ready for their Unity Cup semi-final encounter against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The Warriors, who are making their maiden appearance in the invitational tournament will battle the Super Eagles for a place in the final at the Valley on Tuesday. Tembo’s side have met the Super […] Unity Cup: Tembo declares Zimbabwe ready for Super Eagles showdown 

The World Health Organisation, WHO, on Monday raised fresh alarm over the rapidly spreading Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, DRC, and neighbouring Uganda, warning that the epidemic is outpacing response efforts and could worsen in the coming weeks. The post Ebola outbreak will get worse as cases rise in DRC, Uganda – WHO appeared first on Vanguard News.

A coalition of civil society organizations, spearheaded by the Nigeria Integrity Watch (NIW) and led by National Convener Dr. John Samuel Nangi, has commended the leadership reforms of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, saying his new command philosophy has ended army desertions and premature retirements while boosting professionalism in the […]

The Federal Government is dedicated to improving the ease of doing business across Nigerian states, starting with Plateau. Learn how PEBEC is removing bott Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-committed-to-easing-businesses-in-states-says-pebec-dg/

Nigerian vegetable oil producers raise alarm over unchecked influx of imported vegetable oil, blaming regulatory agencies for neglecting local manufacturer Read More: https://punchng.com/producers-decry-influx-of-imported-vegetable-oil-agencies-neglect/

The ruling APC has lost two powerful and influentail senators following the outcome of its primary elections across the country ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Kwara State Government has approved a 30% peculiar allowance for workers in media houses, agencies, and parastatals, effective June 1, 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-okays-30-peculiar-allowance-for-media-houses-agencies-parastatals/