French club Stade Rennais have reportedly joined Real Madrid and other European giants in the race to sign Nigerian teenager Zadok Yohanna from AIK.

President Bola Tinubu has said that no one is a citizen if he does not pay taxes to the constituted authority. Tinubu stated this, Friday at the Africa CEO Forum currently taking place in Rwanda. He said nobody wants to pay tax ordinarily but wants to enjoy the infrastructural facility built by the government. “Taxation is not […] You’re not citizen if you don’t pay tax -Tinubu

The operation draws personnel from the military, police, Department of State Services, Civil Defence Corps and various paramilitary organisations in a coordinated push to tighten security across all area councils in the territory and into neighbouring states. The post FCT relaunches ‘Operation Sweep’ to tackle emerging threats appeared first on Vanguard News.

Yesterday, we lost a comrade, mentor, friend and teacher, Dr Ṣẹ́gun Òṣọbà. He was a patriot and socialist who was deeply committed to Nigeria. He was 92 years old and passed on peacefully at his Ijẹbu-Ode residence yesterday morning. I last met Dr Osoba in 2015 when I attended his 80th birthday celebration in Ijebu […] The post Celebrating a mentor: Comrade Segun Osoba, By Jibrin Ibrahim appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria’s National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has launched a nationwide disaster reduction campaign to minimize casualties, especially from floodin Read More: https://punchng.com/nema-unveils-nationwide-campaign-to-reduce-disasters/

A young man took to social media to speak about popular Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo and the sweet names the actor fondly called him long before his death.

Read about the Rivers police dismissal of five officers involved in a criminal syndicate engaged in armed robbery, kidnapping, and extortion. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-police-dismiss-five-inspectors-over-robbery-kidnapping/

The Police have arrested armed thugs allegedly sponsored by a serving House of Representatives member in Ekiti State. The State Police Commissioner, Falade Adegoroye Michael, announced the arrest on Friday during a press conference. The suspects, who were referred to by the police as “armed hoodlums with dangerous weapons” were arrested at 9pm on Thursday at Onikoyi Hotel, Ikun-Ekiti, after intelligence […] BREAKING: APC Primary: Police arrest armed thugs connected to serving lawmaker in Ekiti

Social media influencer and relationship therapist, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has been arraigned before the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, over an alleged N36 million fraud case. The post Alleged N36m fraud: Blessing CEO arraigned, remanded in EFCC custody appeared first on Vanguard News.

Social media influencer and relationship therapist, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has been arraigned before the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, over an alleged N36 million fraud case. The post Alleged N36m fraud: Blessing CEO arraigned, remanded in EFCC custody appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji shared beautiful photos from his surprise meetup with Davido. The movie star explained the things he admires most about the singer

Former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal withdraws from the 2027 Sokoto South Senatorial race, handing the ADC ticket to Faruk Malami-Yabo for party unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/tambuwal-withdraws-from-sokoto-senate-race-for-ex-commissioner/

Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised suspected members of the Lakurawa Terrorist Group and recovered weapons during operations in Sokoto and Katsina States. The development was disclosed in a press release posted on the official page of the Defence Headquarters Nigeria on May 15, 2026. According to the statement, troops responded to a […] Troops neutralise suspected Lakurawa terrorists, recover arms, ammunition in Sokoto operation

Former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton, has provided his predictions for the Premier League match-day 37 games taking place on Friday, Sunday, and Monday, respectively. Aston Villa will tackle Liverpool at home on Friday night, while Manchester United face Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford on Sunday. Arsenal will host Burnley at the Emirates Stadium, while Newcastle United will tackle West Ham […] EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Man Utd vs Nottingham Forest, Arsenal vs Burnley, others

A lady who knew Alexx Ekubo since they were teenagers shared their last chat before he died. What she said about his personality got people talking.

A female MC has reacted to Frank Edoho's ongoing saga involving his second ex-wife. She visited his Instagram page and shared what she noticed immediately.

The 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Ebonyi State, Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii, has declared his intention to re- contest the 2027 gubernatorial race under the platform of the PDP, saying  his mandate cannot be stolen again. Odii said he is contesting the Ebonyi State governorship position because there has not been […] 2027: Our mandate won’t be stolen – Ex-PDP guber candidate, Odii joins race

Sales of nicotine pouches had reached over 23 billion units in 2024 -- an increase of over 50 percent from the previous year. The post ‘Engineered For Addiction’: WHO Slams Soaring Nicotine Pouch Sales appeared first on Channels Television.

Timi Frank warns African leaders that recent Africa-France deals may not benefit ordinary citizens, urging them to prioritize national interests. Read More: https://punchng.com/africa-france-deals-may-not-benefit-ordinary-citizens-timi-frank-warns/

By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government said it has intensified efforts to transform agriculture into a multi-trillion-naira economic sector, unveiling major infrastructure and market reforms aimed at strengthening the state’s N16.14 trillion food economy potentials. Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, disclosed this on Friday during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing […] The post Lagos targets N16.14trn economy potential through mega Infrastructure appeared first on Vanguard News.

Did France’s first Africa summit outside the Francophonie this week reset its relations with the continent? The post ANALYSIS: Has the Africa Forward Summit repaired France’s relationship with Africa? appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on federal authorities under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately release Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, the embattled former governor of Kaduna State.  In a statement by his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku condemned El-Rufai’s continued detention, especially at a time when Muslims across Nigeria are preparing for the sacred Eid […] Release El-Rufai immediately – Atiku tells Tinubu, ICPC

Investors are seeking to refund and toll completed sections of President Bola Tinubu’s legacy road projects, Minister of Works David Umahi has said. The post Investors bid to refund, toll Tinubu’s legacy roads – Umahi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Bayern Munich has pledged full support for Alphonso Davies’ injury recovery, working with Canada Soccer to ensure he has a chance to play in the World Cup. Read More: https://punchng.com/bayern-pledge-support-for-injured-alphonso-davies-ahead-of-world-cup/

Blessing CEO was arraigned by Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on a two-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and stealing to the tune of N36 million.

Manchester City fitness coach, Lorenzo Buenaventura, is set to leave the Premier League club this summer, The Athletic reports. Buenaventure has worked with Pep Guardiola for over 15 years. The goalkeeper coach, Xabi Mancisidor is also set to depart this summer at the end of his contract, another big change in staff. According to industry […] EPL: Two Man City coaches to leave in big hint about Guardiola’s future

The Labour Party has constituted an eight-man committee for the screening of aspirants for various elective positions in the 2027 general elections. This is contained in a special public announcement jointly signed by the party’s National Chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman and the National Secretary, Iheanacho Obioma and made available to newsmen on Friday in Abuja. The notice […] 2027: Labour Party constitutes screening committee for primaries

Nigeria’s current economic reforms are a painful but necessary transition toward a sustainable economy, says Minister Dele Alake, citing mining sector grow Read More: https://punchng.com/economic-reforms-painful-but-necessary-for-nigerias-growth-minister/

Victor Osimhen is relishing his spell with Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray, DAILY POST reports. Osimhen has won two league titles since arriving at the Istanbul giants two years ago. The Nigerian international registered 26 goals and four assists in 30 league appearances to help the Yellow and Reds win the title last season. The […] ‘I feel great’ – Osimhen speaks on Galatasaray experience

Presidential aspirant, Peter Obi has expressed sorrow over the passing of Nollywood actor, Alexx Ekubo. DAILY POST recalls that Alexx Ekubo’s death occurred Tuesday afternoon, following complications from kidney cancer. Eulogies and condolences have continued to trail the demise of the actor who was loved by all. Reacting to this sad news, Obi on his X handle […] Peter Obi reacts to death of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo

In a statement on Thursday, Frank accused Paris of engineering a calculated comeback on the continent after being expelled from several Francophone nations in recent years. The post Timi Frank labels Africa-French partnerships ‘death warrant’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

Von Batten-Montague-York announced that Atiku Abubakar’s representatives met Riley Moore’s team to discuss Nigeria’s election integrity and security challenges.

Former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has withdrawn from the 2027 Sokoto South Senatorial race and ceded the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ticket to former Commissioner for Finance, Faruk Malami-Yabo. The post Tambuwal steps down from Senate race, backs ex-commissioner appeared first on Vanguard News.

May 15, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Ms. Adedayo Benjamin Laniyi as the new Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD), alongside the reconstitution of the Governing Council of the Centre for an initial four-year tenure. The appointment was conveyed in a […] The post Tinubu Reconstitutes Women Development Centre Board, Names Adedayo Laniyi New DG appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Rotimi Amaechi, former Rivers governor, says Nigeria faces hardship under President Bola Tinubu and questions why he is seeking another term in office.

A democracy is deepened when citizens are not only voters but participants, and when leaders are not only winners of elections but genuine representatives of the people. It deepens when institutions are open to scrutiny, when public office is tied to service, when excluded voices are brought into the centre, and when the distance between […] The post Participation and representation: The quest to deepen Nigerian democracy, By Bolutife Oluwadele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.