ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) on Monday condemned the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) for deploying tear gas against peaceful protesters at the National Assembly demanding real-time transmission of election results, describing the action as counterproductive and a threat to democratic freedoms. The post ActionAid condemns police use of tear gas on peaceful electoral reform protesters appeared first on Vanguard News.

A fire outbreak was recorded on Monday at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, prompting an immediate emergency response from aviation authorities. The incident was confirmed…

PENGASSAN has raised concerns over possible job losses in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry following an Executive Order by President Tinubu on revenue remittances.

He said he was not surprised, noting limited playing time at the club and strong competition for Super Eagles’ forward positions.

…as Soludo pledges action By Steve Oko AWKA — Igbo women, traditional rulers, and community leaders have called for urgent legislation to protect and promote the Igbo language, warning that decades of neglect could push it toward extinction. The demand followed a two-day summit held over the weekend at Nnamdi Azikiwe University to mark United […] The post Igbo women, stakeholders urge law to preserve Igbo language appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Agency expressed deep sorrow over the incident and called for strict enforcement of safety regulations and improved protective measures across mining sites nationwide to safeguard lives and prevent future occurrences The post NOA mourns Wase mine disaster victims, urges stricter safety measures in mining sites appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

AMNI International Petroleum Development Company Limited (AMNI) has made clarifications to the context of media reports on a recent court ruling involving Cenroc FPSO Solutions Limited and CCM. According to…

Abubakar Abdullahi, the representative for Girei Constituency in the Adamawa State House of Assembly, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya The post Adamawa Assembly member Abdullahi dumps PDP appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

All around the courts surrounded by the filled-up spectator terraces, tennis enthusiasts, state athletes and neutrals boisterously cheered and clapped as the young players applied themselves to the quest for…

Vice President Kashim Shettima's alleged threat of the ruling APC split if removed as vice president is unfounded, with no evidence supporting the claim.

A coalition of leading Civil Society Organisations in the Southeast has petitioned the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), demanding an urgent, independent, and transparent investigation into the alleged unlawful police raid that resulted in the death of one Madam Grace Nwijeamaka Nweke. The raid on the private residence of the deceased was allegedly carried out on 21 January 2026 in Umudioka village, Awka, Anambra […]

Security analyst and trainer, Kingsley Okafor, has called on the United States government to extend a three-year police training initiative that is scheduled to end on March 31, 2026, warning…

When Sudanese refugee Abu Amin left for work one day more than two weeks ago, his family expected him back hours later. They have heard nothing since. The post Mass detentions push refugees into hiding in Egypt appeared first on Vanguard News.

UEFA has announced the provisional one-match suspension of Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni following his altercation with Real Madrid winger Vinicius in the first leg of their Champions League Round of 16 playoff tie last week. This comes after Vinicius alleged that Prestianni racially abused him during the encounter in Portugal. This means that Prestianni will […] UCL: UEFA suspends Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni after Vinicius racism claim

Nigerian First Class graduate Bakare Michael Adeyemi shared regrets about neglecting digital skills in school, advising students to build income streams early.

About six aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Katsina, have submitted petitions to the party’s Appeal Committee following the conduct of the Ward and Local Government Congresses. The Chairman of the Appeal Committee, Sadiq Mohammed-Ali, disclosed this on Sunday in Katsina during a press conference convened to address concerns arising from the […]

Social media commentator, Emmanuel Obruste, popularly known as Geh Geh, has said that the former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi can never win President Bola Tinubu even with free and fair election. In a recent video that has sparked online conversations, Geh Geh based his argument on weak political coordination by Peter Obi According […] 2027: Peter Obi can never win Tinubu even with free, fair election – Geh Geh

Raji Adebayo The leadership of the South East Electricity Consumers Association (SEECA) has called on South East governors to prioritise electricity generation, describing it as the fastest route to achieving…

The immediate past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has instituted a N1billion suit against the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) and three others over what The post El-Rufai sues ICPC, others over alleged unlawful search of his Abuja house appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has approved the nullification and cancellation of 485 land title applications across the territory after they failed rigorous integrity checks. The post Wike nullifies 485 FCT land titles appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mexican security forces have killed one of the world’s most wanted drug traffickers, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho”. Oseguera Cervantes, 59, was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), a criminal network accused of trafficking fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine into the United States and other countries. The U.S. government had […]

Since taking office, the NJC has disciplined several judges. In November 2024, two judges were compulsorily retired, two others suspended for two years, and another formally warned. Investigative

Authorities reported that 30 suspected cartel members were killed during the confrontations, bringing the total death toll from the clashes in Jalisco to 58 when including security forces, the civilian victim, and the deceased gunmen.

Police in the UK have launched an investigation into “abhorrent” racist abuse directed online at four Premier League footballers over the past weekend. Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare and Sunderland midfielder Romaine Mundle were targeted on Sunday, following similar abuse suffered by Chelsea’s Wesley Fofana and Burnley’s Hannibal Mejbri on Saturday after their 1-1 draw. Chief […]

Ikorodu City FC, the only Lagos-based club in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPL), maintained its position atop the league table following a thrilling 1–1 draw against Bayelsa United at The post Ladega hails Ikorodu City’s top spot after Bayelsa draw appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Hundreds of youths and women drawn from from different communities in Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau State on Monday, staged a peaceful demonstration to protest the incessant attacks and killings of their people by suspected Fulani militias. The protest which was triggered by another brutal attack at Ratatis community in Dorowa Babuje district […] Plateau youths protest, block major highway over bandit attacks, killings

NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo), the independent regulatory arm of Nigerian Exchange Group, has issued an advisory to the investing public in response to notable price movements observed in the shares of certain listed companies over recent trading sessions. Issued as part of NGX RegCo’s standard market surveillance functions, the advisory serves as a measured […]

Lagos State Government has affirmed that the recently launched Bus Reform Initiative (BRI) on the Lekki–Epe Corridor is designed to reduce traffic congestion, enhance safety, lower environmental pollution, and boost economic productivity across the State. The post Lekki–Epe Bus reform initiative to improve safety, reduce traffic — Lagos Govt appeared first on Vanguard News.

Streamer Peller shares his decision to abstain from relationships to protect his spiritual destiny, revealing plans for extravagant weddings in three countries.

The president of Africa Development Studies Centre (ADSC), Victor Oluwafemi, has applauded the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government over the country’s landmark arbitration victory of $6.2m against European Dynamics UK Ltd. Nigeria had emerged victorious in an international arbitration dispute involving European technology contractor European Dynamics UK Ltd, saving the country from a potential financial […]

Two suspected kidnappers alleged to be terrorising various parts of Ondo State have been arrested by operatives of the State Police Command. The suspects, identified as Abubakar Sindiku, 25, and Oliver Okoh, 35, were arrested in Sabo Sango, Ado Road and Ilado Community in the Akure North Local Council Area of the state. According to […] Police smash kidnapping syndicate, arrest two in Ondo

Two Ondo residents who were transported from their community to Abuja by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force’s Intelligence Response Team (IRT) have regained their freedom. This followed the intervention The post Police release two Ondo residents arrested over land dispute appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Honourable Aminu Sani Jaji, a member of the Federal House of Representatives representing Kaura-Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency, has rejected the results of the recently concluded APC Wards and Local Government congresses in Zamfara State, citing widespread irregularities. The post Zamfara lawmaker rejects APC Ward, LG congress results appeared first on Vanguard News.

South Africa on Monday said it accepted a conservative envoy highly critical of Pretoria as the new US ambassador to the country, amid frayed relations with President Donald Trump. The post South Africa accepts Trump’s new US ambassador appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Liga MX Femenil match between Necaxa and Querétaro in Aguascalientes, Mexico, was temporarily halted after loud noises outside the stadium were mistaken for explosions or gunfire. The referee stopped the game early in the second half as players from both teams quickly ran off the pitch amid fears of a possible security threat. Local […]

The move comes months after the government sealed seven used battery recycling facilities in November, 2025, over alleged culpability in environmental contamination. The post Ogun Begins Health Audit, Tests 500 Residents Over Alleged Lead Poisoning appeared first on Channels Television.