‎ ‎A prominent philanthropist, Buba Yadi, has sponsored a mass wedding for 100 couples and provided Sallah clothing for 415 orphans in Buni-Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. ‎ ‎The event was organised by the Yobe State Hisbah Commission, Gujba Local Government Buni-Yadi Command, to promote social welfare, strengthen family values and support Read More: https://punchng.com/yobe-philanthropist-sponsors-100-couples-mass-wedding/

Nottingham Forest manager Vitor Pereira has confirmed that Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has returned to training with the squad, though his availability for Sunday’s final Premier League match against Bournemouth remains uncertain. Aina has been sidelined since picking up a knock during Forest’s Europa League semi-final second leg against Aston Villa on April 30. […]

The national leadership of the Youth Party has disowned a lawsuit filed against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), insisting that the case was instituted without the approval of its recognised leadership structures. In a public disclaimer issued on Wednesday and signed by Solomon Oyekunle, the party said the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/517/2026, titled Youth Party […]

AIG Moshood Jimoh says constructive criticism strengthens institutions as the NUJ honours him with the Crime Fighter of the Year award for security operations.

Outgoing Pep Guardiola has revealed that exhaustion and the intense demands of modern football were the major reasons behind his decision to leave Manchester City after a hugely successful spell at the club. Guardiola, who confirmed on Friday that he would step down from his role after a decade in charge at the Etihad Stadium, […]

Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada, has won the gubernatorial primaries of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Nasarawa State.  The post APC Primaries: Wadada defeats ex-IGP Adamu, others to emerge APC guber candidate  appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Osun Sector Command, has revealed that a total of five hundred and fifty-five personnel will be deployed across the state during the Eid-el-Kabir festival. The Osun Sector Commander, Corps Commander Sunday Tayo Adebayo, made this known in a statement issued by the Sector Public Education Officer, Agnes Ogungbemi, on […] Eid-el-Kabir: FRSC deploys 505 personnel in Osun

Formerpresidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has said that his ideas to transform Nigeria are better than those of President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Sowore made this remark on Friday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. When asked why his ideas are better, the human rights activist said, […] 2027: I have better ideas than Tinubu, Obi, Atiku – Sowore

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Director of National Intelligence, effective June 30, 2026, to support her husband following his cancer diagnosis. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-intelligence-chief-resigns-cites-husbands-cancer-diagnosis/

While visiting Igbo-Eze South on Thursday as an observer during the APC governorship primaries, Minster Udeh, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, described the massive turnout and resounding endorsement of the governor as a clear reflection of the people’s appreciation for the transformational leadership across Enugu State. The post Minister expresses satisfaction with Igbo-Eze South’s support for Mbah’s reelection bid appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress Elders Group has described the adoption of consensus during the party’s National Assembly primaries as the best option for promoting unity, peace, and cohesion within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group commended the efforts of key stakeholders, including Governor Dauda Lawal, Minister […]

The interventions formed part of the state government’s determination to strengthen child protection systems and safeguard vulnerable children from abuse, exploitation, violence, and neglect. The post Lagos Tackles Child Abuse With 1,437 Cases, 5,708 Child Protection Interventions — Commissioner appeared first on Channels Television.

The Oyo State Government has directed the immediate suspension of school excursions, field trips, sports competitions, and all student activities requiring movement outside school premises across the state over rising security concerns. The directive, issued through the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, applies to both public and private schools. In a circular addressed to […]

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has been affirmed as the sole APC governorship candidate for the 2027 election. Read more about his emergence. Read More: https://punchng.com/peter-mbah-emerges-enugu-apc-governorship-candidate/

US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard has resigned, ending the tenure of a controversial pick who appeared to be at odds with Trump over Iran The post Trump’s intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard resigns appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Oyo State Government, through the Agricultural Credit Corporation of Oyo State, has commenced the distribution of subsidised food commodities to interested workers in the state as part of efforts to cushion the economic challenges ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. Chairman of the Agricultural Credit Corporation of Oyo State, Akeugberu Akeugbagold, disclosed this during the Read More: https://punchng.com/sallah-oyo-begins-distribution-of-subsidised-food-items-to-workers/

The National Regulatory Sandbox is a structured, multi-agency, and sector-agnostic framework designed to enable the controlled testing of innovative products, services, and business models within a supervised regulatory environment.

Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, has adjourned until June 23, 2026 the alleged N8.7 billion money laundering trial involving former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami.

The agency said the River Niger is expected to overflow its banks during the period, leading to the inundation of farmlands, riverside settlements, and critical infrastructure across the state. The post NEMA Warns Of Severe Flooding In 12 Kebbi LGAs appeared first on Channels Television.

The opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Friday accused the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) of obstructing access to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, who is currently in the custody of the anti-graft agency. The party alleged that a delegation comprising its National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola; National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji […]

He described the moment as an important period for the country and extended his congratulations to the couple ahead of their wedding. The post ‘My love for America won’t allow me’, Trump announces absence from son’s wedding appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Lagos State Government has said that 61.52 per cent of public secondary school students sponsored by the state in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, obtained five credits, including English Language and Mathematics, as the state intensified investment in education support programmes and digital learning infrastructure. The post Lagos records 61.52% WASSCE results, spends ₦1.4bn WAEC fees for 45,598 students appeared first on Vanguard News.

"We all read about the judgement yesterday and are yet to receive the Certified True Copy of it. Until we do and deliberate on it, I can't comment on it." The post INEC yet to receive judgement nullifying key election schedules – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

He said, 'Whether it is the tower base, conductors, or any other equipment, residents of host communities see the issues before informing us. That is why we are here to educate residents on the importance of safeguarding these facilities so we can continue serving the nation effectively.” The post TCN raises alarm over vandalism, warns against building under power lines appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has officially accepted his emergence as the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the 2027 election, describing the outcome of the party primaries as a strong endorsement of his administration’s performance. Alia, who is seeking a second term in office from 2027 to 2031, said the overwhelming support […] Benue APC primaries: Gov Alia extends olive branch to rivals

Cesar Azpilicueta, former Chelsea captain, announces retirement after 20 years in football. He will play his final match for Sevilla against Celta Vigo on May 23.

A medical student celebrated as she bagged eight distinctions and became a medical doctor. Her experience warmed people’s hearts on social media.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has voiced concern over reports of alleged diversion of electoral materials during the recent All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries in Benue State, warning that such incidents could threaten the credibility of the party’s internal electoral process. Akume spoke on Friday shortly after landing at […] SGF Akume speaks on alleged diversion of materials during Benue APC primaries

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has declared interest to run for presidency under the African Action Congress, AAC. Sowore made this declaration on Friday while responding to questions in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television. When asked if he would be the sole candidate of the party, Sowore said, “Let the party decide. “I […] 2027: I will run for presidency – Sowore declares

“There’s something deeply meaningful about memorialising those whose lives were not in pursuit of applause but in faithful service to others,” Mr Osinbajo said The post Decade after Igwe Ilo’s death, Osinbajo says late traditional ruler’s legacy reflects service beyond charity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The APC has rescheduled the Adamawa Central Senatorial District Primary Election to Saturday, May 23, 2026. Stay updated on the Adamawa APC Primary. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-reschedules-adamawa-central-senatorial-primary-to-saturday/

The world reset in 1945, or so it thought. The Second World War which had taken about ninety million lives, had come to an end. Humanity erupted in joy. To many of the colonised, it was a war for human freedom. But they were mistaken. The European powers that had ignited the war were the […] The post What the Vietnamese taught the Africans, By Owei Lakemfa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Tijjani Galadima has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Adamawa State after recording a decisive victory in the party’s primary election.

He capped it off with the High Performance Leadership programme at the University of Oxford, London.

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved the appointment of Olanrewaju Iskeel Saka as the new Head of Service for the state. The appointment, according to a statement released on Friday by the Secretary to the State Government, Tokunbo Talabi, follows the statutory retirement of the immediate past Head of Service, Mr Kehinde Onasanya. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-gets-new-head-of-service/

The naira depreciated on Friday, dropping against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market to end the week on a negative note. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the naira dipped to N1,375.46 against the dollar on Friday, down from N1,372.31 on Thursday. This means the naira weakened against the dollar by N3.15 on a day-to-day basis. […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 22, 2026: Nigerian currency ends the week on negative note