The All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election for the Orlu/Orsu/Oru East Federal Constituency has continued to generate intense political debate in Imo State and across Nigeria. This follows a decisive outcome that underscored the enduring power of political structure, party loyalty, and grassroots mobilisation over celebrity influence and popularity. At the centre of the contest […] Cubana Chief priest: Structure, Loyalty, grassroots base override online popularity in lmo APC primaries 

The Niger State Police Command has arrested four suspected fraudsters linked to a vehicle scam syndicate and recovered 67 rustled cattle after a gun duel with bandits in the state. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a statement, saying operatives attached to Maje Division, Suleja, arrested four suspects along Kaduna Road […] Police crack down on fraud syndicate, recover 67 rustled cattle in Niger

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed that it is investigating a viral video showing abducted school workers and students pleading for help from captivity following an attack in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed this on Sunday while reacting to enquiries over the footage [...]

The twin withdrawals come amid growing political realignments and internal dynamics within the APC in Kebbi State ahead of the senatorial primaries. The post Two Aspirants Withdraw Ahead Of Kebbi APC Senatorial Primaries appeared first on Channels Television.

By Olusola Sanni Let us picture a typical Nigerian middle-class family in 2023.The family’s monthly take-home pay was ₦1 million. That amount was enough to stock the food pantry, pay children’s school fees, service the mortgage or rent, and still cover household bills with some breathing space.Three years later, in 2026, that same ₦1 million [...]

A second video has surfaced showing victims of the recent mass abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, this time featuring a nursing mother tearfully appealing for help and the safety of her child. In the footage, the woman, identified as a staff member of First Baptist Church School, […] Oyo school attack: Kidnappers release another video as nursing mother cries out for help 

By Brig. Gen. Sani Kukasheka Usman (rtd) The reported neutralisation of Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, described as the second-in-command of the so-called Islamic State (ISIS) globally and one of the most influential commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), along with scores of other terroristts, through a joint operation involving the Armed Forces of Nigeria [...]

“When supply improves, prices reduce, but once supply drops, everything increases again. There is still no stability,” he said.

Fresh anxiety has gripped residents of Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State after an abducted vice principal and several students appeared in a distress video pleading for urgent government intervention following Friday’s deadly school attack. The victim, identified as Mrs Alamu, who serves as the Vice Principal of Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele, appealed to [...]

Aliko Dangote increases his fertiliser investment in Ethiopia to $4 billion, a project aimed at boosting agricultural transformation and food security. Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-receives-heros-welcome-in-ethiopia-raises-fertiliser-investment-to-4bn/

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, there are growing indications of early political realignments as backers of Nigeria’s former presidential candidates Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso intensify discussion

…Says: Don’t shed blood because of my ambition Former Executive Vice Chairman of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Professor Mohammed Sani Haruna, on Sunday, called on party faithful, political supporters and residents of Nasarawa State to elect him as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the gubernatorial [...]

Igariwey, who is contesting for a 4th term in the constituency, said the constituents should expect stronger representation when he is re-elected. The post APC Primaries: Igariwey Denies Disqualification, Wins Ticket For Afikpo/Edda Federal Constituency appeared first on Channels Television.

Modern football is no longer just about what happens on the pitch. The game’s biggest footballers are increasingly building parallel careers as entrepreneurs: investing in brands, startups, real estate, hospitality, and social enterprises while still playing at the highest level. The post 10 active footballers with successful businesses appeared first on Vanguard News.

“Once introduced into a community, the disease can spread from person to person through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person.”

A police officer riding a Bajaj motorcycle has lost his life in a fatal road accident involving a Lexus vehicle on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, confirmed the incident in a statement saying the crash occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge around the Adekunle axis inward Iyana […] Police officer killed In fatal third mainland bridge crash — LASTMA

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially announced tha date for Eid Al-Adha 2026 after the crescent moon confirmed Dhul Hijjah 1447 in the Holy land.

May 17, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s oldest financial institution, First Bank of Nigeria, has partnered with global payments giant, Visa, to launch Visa Signature, a premium card product tailored for Nigeria’s affluent and globally mobile customers. The new offering is designed to provide high-net-worth individuals, top executives, business owners, and frequent international travellers with access to […] The post FirstBank, Visa Expand Premium Card Portfolio With Launch Of Visa Signature appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

He said the Federal Government’s fiscal operations have, at different times, gone beyond the standard 12-month cycle through statutory extensions, supplementary appropriations, continuing resolutions and rollover authorisations.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed sadness at reports that President Bola Tinubu is in discussions with the World Bank for another $1.25 billion loan facility, describing the administration's appetite for foreign debt "as reckless, opaque and dangerously habitual". The post Tinubu borrowing binge reckless, opaque, economic vandalism — Atiku appeared first on Vanguard News.

Osun Governor Adeleke orders the revival of the Safe School Initiative after kidnappings in Oyo, beefing up security and intelligence in schools. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-orders-revival-of-safe-school-initiative-after-oyo-kidnappings/

…Athletes, Officials Return on Monday Nigeria Weightlifting team to the 2026 Africa Senior Weightlifting Championship on Saturday rounded off their participation winning five additional medals. The contingent of 10 athletes and three officials stamped Nigeria’s dominance in the continent winning a record 29 medals overall – 14 gold, 13 silver and 2 bronze Mary Osijo [...]

The Presidency, through the Budget Office of the Federation Sunday, said it has acknowledged public concerns about the timing of publication for the recent Quarterly Budget Implementation Reports and therefore offers clarification within the constitutional and statutory framework that governs public finance in Nigeria. The post Fiscal years ‘re defined by law, not calendar — Presidency  appeared first on Vanguard News.

TikTok content creator Elizabeth Aminata Amadou, popularly known as Jarvis, has threatened to sue skitmaker and streamer Oderhohwo Joseph Efe over alleged cyberbullying and defamation.

The incident occurred around the Adekunle axis of the bridge, according to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority. The post Policeman killed in Third Mainland bridge crash appeared first on Vanguard News.

Agom Anthony has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. Following the conclusion of voting and collation of results by party officials, Rt. Hon. Agom Anthony was declared winner with 19,124 votes.  Hon. Innocent Ikwumonu polled 884 votes, Hon. Patience Ene […] Benue: Agom Anthony emerges APC candidate for Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency

The advisory followed the outbreak of the disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a recently confirmed case in Uganda.  The post NCDC Says No Ebola Case In Nigeria, Activates Emergency Surveillance appeared first on Channels Television.

The Global Council of World NGO Day has announced the appointment of Princess Olatorera Majekodunmi-Oniru as Executive Advisor to its Global Council. The appointment marks a significant expansion of World NGO Day’s global leadership network and the mission to progressively impact the future of civil society worldwide. The appointment reflects the Council’s continued commitment to [...]

One of the major contestants to the Kogi West Senatorial seat, Senator Smart Adeyemi, has signified his intention to withdraw from the race citing party's interest, supremacy and the "overall interest of unity, peace, and victory for our great party."‎‎ The post Smart Adeyemi withdraws from Kogi West Senate race‎ appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has been cleared by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to participate in the party’s primary election for the Kogi Central Senatorial District, putting to rest speculations that he had not been screened by the party. The post APC clears Yahaya Bello for Kogi Central Senate race appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Labour Party warns aspirants against buying nomination forms from ex-chairman Julius Abure, calling them ‘worthless’ amid the ongoing leadership crisis Read More: https://punchng.com/lp-warns-aspirants-against-buying-nomination-forms-from-abure/

The ruling All Progressives Congress has postponed it primaries to Monday, May 18, 2026, for the commencement of its National Assembly primary elections in Zamfara State. The party said the primaries would be conducted across designated ward centres in the state. A notice issued by the Chairman of the APC National Assembly Primary Election Committee […]

Fulham saw their fading hopes of qualifying for European football all but disappear after being held to a 1-1 draw by relegated Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux. The result leaves Marco Silva’s side 12th in the Premier League table with only one match remaining, realistically ending any chance of a top-eight finish and continental qualification. Wolves, […]

The committee also said three serving members lost their elections while two others won. The post Primaries: APC panel declares Reps spokesperson’s election inconclusive appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Erika Frantzve was Charlie Kirk's wife until his demise in 2025. Kirk was a right-wing political activist, entrepreneur, & media personality. Read more about Erika.

The APC screening committee has cleared former Governor Yahaya Bello and others to contest for the Kogi senatorial ticket in the upcoming party primaries. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-clears-yahaya-bello-others-to-run-for-senatorial-ticket/