The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has taken a major action on the suit filed by Senate President Godswill Akpabio against Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan.

The Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has adjourned until May 26, 2025, the constitutional suit filed by Dr. Farah Dagogo, a former federal lawmaker and 2023 Rivers State governorship aspirant, challenging President Bola Tinubu’s suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Professor Ngozi Odu, and all members of the Rivers State House of Assembly. […] Fubara: Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers faces legal test as court sets May 26 for hearing

The semi-final fixtures for the ongoing U-20 Africa Cup of Nations have been confirmed. This follows the completion of the quarter-final ties on Monday. Egypt survived a late scare to send Ghana packing from the tournament with a 1-0 win. Morocco edged debutants Sierra Leone 1-0 in extra time to book their place in the […] 2025 U-20 AFCON: Semi-final fixtures confirmed

The President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Atiku Abubakar Isah, has been transferred from the Department of State Services (DSS) clinic to the agency’s headquarters in Abuja amid fears of blackmail and mounting pressure over bribery and assault allegations involving Seyi Tinubu. A family member, who confirmed the development to SaharaReporters on […] The post NANS President Atiku Isah Moved To DSS HQ Amid Fears Of Blackmail appeared first on OsunDefender.

By Jimitota Onoyume Dignitaries and well-wishers paid glowing tributes on Sunday night as the remains of the late Chief Edwin Clark was laid in state at his residence in Warri. The Speaker Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Guwor Emomotimi; Chairman of the Warri South West local government area, Hon. Sylvester Oromoni; Coordinator of […] The post Encomiums as Pa Clark’s body lies in state in Warri appeared first on Vanguard News.

He was responding to PDP’s claim that the recent defections of opposition leaders to the APC are as a result of threats of a witch-hunt by the ruling party. The post PDP Can’t Blame APC For Its Internal Crisis, Says Morka On Defections appeared first on Channels Television.

May 12, (THEWILL) – The Bayelsa State Table Tennis Association says it has concluded plans to inaugurate an ultra-modern table tennis facility in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State Capital. The inauguration of the facility, to be known as the Coastal Fortress, will also feature the unveiling of Italy’s Luciano Esposito, as the new Coach for the […] The post All Set For Inauguration Of World-Class Table Tennis Facility In Yenagoa appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have said that they have raided various criminal hideouts in the state and arrested 27 suspected criminals. Benjamin Hundeyin, Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Police Command confirmed this during a press briefing in Lagos. Hundeyin, a Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), said the operations were carried […]

A former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Kola Ologbondiyan, has said the All Progressives Congress, APC, will not be able to handle the impending implosion within its ranks. He believes that the recent defections to the party by some governors and members of other political parties may not end well for […] Defections: APC will not be able to handle what’s coming – Kola Ologbodiyan

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has, on behalf of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), heartily congratulated retired Inspector-General of Police, Aliyu Ibrahim Atta, as he marks his 88th birthday anniversary on Monday, May 12, 2025. IGP Egbetokun extolled the remarkable life and career of former IGP Atta, whom the NPF described as a […]

  Africa CDC is launching its 2025 Biomanufacturing Fellowship Program, a distinguished initiative designed to develop critical competencies among professionals currently employed in Africa’s biomanufacturing sector. This program aligns with the Vaccine Research & Development and Manufacturing Competency Frameworks established by the Africa CDC. Read more about Opportunities The fellowship spans two years, offering participants … Continue reading AfricaCDC Biomanufacturing Fellowship Program 2025 This article AfricaCDC Biomanufacturing Fellowship Program 2025 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

May 12, (THEWILL) – The Founder of SamKay Athletics Club of Yenagoa and Vice Chairman, Bayelsa State Athletics Association, Dr Samuel Kolawole Oredipe, is eyeing a board position in the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) in the forthcoming elections. A statement issued in Yenagoa on Monday, indicated that Dr Oredipe, a past middle distance runner […] The post Oredipe Seeks AFN Board Position For True Service appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

As part of a sweeping crackdown on what it describes as “systemic abuse and mission drift” in international education, asylum, and family immigration, the United Kingdom government has cut the Graduate Route visa from two years to 18 months. The announcement, part of a broader Immigration White Paper released Monday, is paired with tougher compliance […] The post UK Slashes Graduate Visa To 18 Months appeared first on OsunDefender.

Former Senate President and chairman of Senate Committee on Defence, Senator Ahmad Lawan, has raised concerns over the resurgence of security threats across Nigeria, warning that recent developments pointed to a disturbing evolution in the nation’s security landscape. Speaking in Abuja, Senator Lawan acknowledged past successes in counter-insurgency operations, particularly in the North-East, but expressed […]

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will face South Africa in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. South Africa booked a place in the last four after beating the Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 in the quarter-final. The Amajita also earned a berth at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup following […] 2025 U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles to face South Africa in semi-final

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, warning that failure to do so could lead to another electoral disaster. Speaking during a media parley in Abuja on Monday, the former Rivers State governor said the party’s refusal to […] The post Wike Warns PDP Against Repeating 2023 Mistake, Demands Southern Presidential Ticket in 2027 appeared first on OsunDefender.

Investors in Nigeria’s agricultural sector have urged state governments to replicate the Katsina State model of mechanised farming to address food insecurity in the country. The stakeholders also praised Katsina Governor, Dikko Radda, for pioneering large-scale agricultural interventions, including the The post Replicate Katsina’s agric model to tackle food insecurity, investors tell states appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nollywood actor Adeniyi Johnson has recounted how he narrowly escaped an attempted robbery in Lagos shortly after arriving in Nigeria. The actor took to Instagram on Sunday to share his ordeal, posting a video and photo showing damage to his car during the attack. “Story time again. Lagos needs better security than those stop and […] The post Adeniyi Johnson Recounts Narrow Escape From Robbery Attack In Lagos appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The FATE Scholar Program (FSP), an initiative by FATE Giving, is now accepting applications for the 2025/2026 academic year. This program supports enterprising and innovative Nigerian students pursuing undergraduate STEAM degrees (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) at accredited public tertiary institutions across Nigeria. Who Can Apply? Candidates must: Be Nigerian citizens. Demonstrate academic … Continue reading FATE Scholar Program 2025/2026 This article FATE Scholar Program 2025/2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Atalanta qualified for the Champions League on Monday by beating Roma 2-1 and mathematically securing a place in Serie A's top four. The post Atalanta beat Roma to secure Champions League spot appeared first on Vanguard News.

Prof Chris Piwuna has been elected ASUU president at the union’s 23rd congress in Benin, replacing Prof Osodeke amid looming strike concerns in Nigeria.

The Kwara State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Ibrahim Sulyman, has urged the state High Court hearing the case of the murdered final-year student of the State College of Education, Hafsoh Lawal, to release the dismembered body of the The post Kwara AG urges court to release dismembered student’s body for burial appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL) has opened submissions for the 2025 SROL University Competition, calling on students from higher institutions across Osun State to submit bold, innovative, and sustainable ideas to help tackle illegal mining in Osun State and across Nigeria. Themed “Innovative and Sustainable Solutions to Curtail Illegal Mining in Osun State and Nigeria […] The post Srol Announces 2025 University Competition, Calls On Osun Students To Champion The Fight Against Illegal Mining appeared first on OsunDefender.

Flying Eagles midfielder Divine Oliseh is doubtful for the team’s semi-final clash at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations due to concussion protocol. Oliseh was forced off during Nigeria’s quarter-final victory over Senegal in the 87th minute after suffering a head collision. The Foster Academy player was replaced by Precious Benjamin. A CAF medical doctor […] 2025 U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles star Oliseh doubtful for semis

Former Military Administrator of Bayelsa State, Navy Captain Omoniyi Caleb Olubolade (rtd), is dead. He celebrated his 70th birthday on November 30, 2024. Olubolade, the Ipoti-Ekiti-born retired officer, died on Sunday, May 11, in Apapa, Lagos.According to a statement by his first daughter, Mrs. Oluwayemisi Akinadewo and first son, Mr. Dayo Olubolade, he left the […]

Members of some civil society organisations under the banner of Justice and the Rule of Law have condemned the unlawful arrest, harassment, and continued detention of two bricklayers. They are Henry Umukoro and Godfrey Jonah, after police allegedly collected ₦500,000 for their bail. The protesters used the opportunity to take the Bail Is Free campaign […] Outrage in Delta as police detain two bricklayers after alleged N500,000 bail payment

Governor Uba Sani announced the death of Alhaji Ramalan Yero, father of former Governor of Kaduna State, H.E. Alhaji Muktar Ramalan Yero Governor Uba Sani wrote on his verified Facebook page: “It is with a heavy heart, yet deep gratitude to Almighty Allah (SWT), that I received the sad news of the passing of Alhaji […] Governor Uba Sani announces death of Alhaji Ramalan Yero

An Ikeja High Court has restrained the management of Lagos Trade Fair Management Board from trespassing into a portion of the complex leased to Portman Limited, a freight services company. Justice A. M. Lawal made the restraining order following an The post Court restrains Lagos Trade Fair Management from trespassing on firm’s property appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Ologbondiyan stated that the governors and other opposition leaders defecting to the APC are merely seeking refuge to avoid being hounded by the ruling party. The post Defections: Politicians Looking For Where ‘Sins’ Are Forgiven – Ologbondiyan appeared first on Channels Television.

The Concerned Citizens Network for Democracy (CCND) has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the governments of Benue and Zamfara States The post Group urges FG to suspend monthly allocations to Benue, Zamfara appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved several critical policy decisions aimed at strengthening the welfare of public servants, diversifying the economy, and addressing unemployment.  Chief among these was the The post FEC approves Group Life Assurance for federal workers appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has approved six months maternity leave for nursing mothers in the state’s civil service. The governor gave this approval during the State Executive Council meeting at the Council Chamber of Government House, Minna. According to him, the decision was taken to give nursing mothers enough time to adequately care […] Niger: Gov Bago approves six months maternity leave for nursing mothers

MSport’s newest TVC captures the universal journey of hope and tenacity that defines every fan’s love for football. It traces the “WhoIsMShola” story arc—where an ordinary supporter blossoms into a symbol of resilience—and scales up to a blockbuster partnership with Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea FC. With high-impact visuals and emotionally driven narration, the advert doesn’t […]

Amid concerns of an increasing debt profile, the Debt Management Office (DMO) has launched a new N300 billion Sovereign Sukuk bond. This is even as the government has so far borrowed N10.85 trillion from the domestic market in the first The post DMO launches N300b Sukuk bond appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

A Nigerian man has been apprehended while waiting for a minor he had allegedly solicited sex from online. The video making rounds on social media shows the moment security agents accosted him while waiting for the minor. He allegedly met the minor online and in their course of discussion, solicited sex from her. According to […]

The University of Abuja has approved the appointment of Roseline Adakayi as acting registrar of the institution, pending The post UniAbuja appoints new acting registrar appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.