Russia and Ukraine have mutually agreed on the release of hundreds of prisoners of war (PoWs) between March 5 and 6, Moscow confirmed on Thursday. The exchange followed a humanitarian mediation undertaken by the United States and the United Arab Emirates. It is unclear how long the prisoners had been incarcerated. The Russian Foreign Ministry […] Russia, Ukraine free prisoners of war after US-UAE mediation

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a group of dispatch riders celebrated their colleague who just graduated from school.

Registered Political parties in the country under the auspices of the Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) have threatened to boycott the 2027 general elections of the National Assembly failed to The post Electoral Act: Political parties threaten to boycott 2027 general elections appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Seif al-Islam Gaddafi, once seen by some as Libya's heir apparent, was shot dead in his home in the northwestern city of Zintan in early February. The post Libya says identified three suspects in killing of Gaddafi’s son appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Olubunmi Kuku, has confirmed that the Federal Government has directed the agency to temporarily revert to a hybrid payment…

The envoy said the attacks follow reported aggression by the United States and Israel, describing the strikes as unprovoked and carried out notwithstanding ongoing diplomatic engagements.

Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said Markwayne Mullen, 48, a Republican senator from Oklahoma, would take over the powerful department on March 31. The post Trump Fires Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem appeared first on Channels Television.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has mocked the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over its ongoing online membership registration, claiming the platform had been flooded with fake identities. Shettima also took a swipe at the opposition party over its long-standing demand for real-time electronic transmission of election results. Speaking during an interfaith breaking of fast hosted by […]

The lawmakers were also told that other training programmes and procurement exercises undertaken by the commission involved inflated contract values. The post Reps probe disability commission over alleged ₦97m POS procurement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

   

A young Nigerian lady as she celebrated the completion of her studies at the prestigious University of Ibadan. She shared how she wanted to study medicine.

The Nigerian equities market closed yesterday on a positive note as gains recorded in several medium and large-cap stocks lifted overall market performance. Data from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) Daily Official List showed that market capitalisation rose to N126.32 trillion, up from N126.10 trillion recorded previous trading day, representing an increase of about N220 […]

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress government as the most incompetent in Nigerian history. The party, which cited inability to implement…

Under the Constitution, only Congress has the power to declare war. The post US House Set To Reject Bid Curbing Trump’s Iran War Powers appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigeria is set to tighten health screening for pilgrims ahead of the 2026 Hajj following the introduction of stricter medical regulations by Saudi Arabia, authorities have said. The new rules The post Nigeria moves to strengthen health screening ahead of 2026 hajj amid stricter Saudi rules appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The police in Kano state on Thursday allayed fears of a possible riot in the state on Friday. The police were responding to viral video and audio clips that Muslims The post Police allay fears over possible riot in Kano on Friday, arrest ‘fake alarmist’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS) has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s vital oil and gas assets across the Niger Delta region. Air Marshal Aneke gave The post NAF steps up protection of oil assets in Niger Delta region appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Ministry of Education has clarified the approval granted by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) to amend the Act governing the Nigerian Postgraduate Medical College. According to the Ministry, The post FEC approval does not replace medical fellowship with PhD, says Education Ministry appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

No fewer than 42 mortality cases of Lassa fever have been reported at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jalingo, Taraba State. The mortalities occurred between November last year and March The post Taraba records 42 mortality cases of Lassa fever as FMC battles shortage of doctors appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) yesterday vowed to energize the National Judicial Institute (NJI) from the N100 billion Solarization Initiative. The Managing Director, Abba Aliyu, made this known as the The post REA vows to install solar in NJI from N100b solarization initiative appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Female entrepreneurs and innovation leaders have been urged to mentor other women, build communities, and expand their influence in the technology and innovation ecosystem. The call was made on Thursday The post IWD 2026: Female founders urged to build influence through mentorship appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Niger State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has called on its officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and dedication in safeguarding lives, property, and critical national assets in line with the Corps’ mandate. State Commandant, Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, made the call during the 2026 World Civil Defence […] Civil Defence Day: NSCDC calls for professionalism in Niger

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Jimoh, has said the proposed state police system would enhance security by enabling faster and more localised responses to emerging threats. Speaking with The post State police will enable faster, localised response to threats, says CP Jimoh appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Nigeria, Gholamreza Mahdavi Raja, reassured Nigerian citizens residing in Iran of their safety and security, emphasising the longstanding and cordial ties The post Iranian Ambassador assures Nigerians in Iran of safety amid regional tensions appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A faction of the Accord Party in Osun State has cautioned Governor Ademola Adeleke against granting automatic candidacy to six federal lawmakers who recently defected to the party, warning that The post Osun Accord Party faction warns Adeleke against automatic tickets for defecting lawmakers appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Iran's ambassador noted that, since the outbreak of hostilities, there have been no reports of harm to Nigerians residing in Iran’s cities such as the capital, Tehran and Qom. The post Nigerians in Iran safe amid escalating conflict — Ambassador appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu has finally settled the protracted dispute over Oil Prospecting License 245 in the Niger Delta after 15 years. In a statement on Thursday, the Nigerian government announced that Italian energy giant Eni and its subsidiary Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited, NAEL, signed a settlement agreement in Abuja. The agreement was reached after a […] OPL 245: Tinubu finally settles Nigeria’s largest untapped oil block dispute after 15 years

The MultiChoice Group has announced plans to discontinue its streaming service Showmax following a broader review of its digital strategy, five months after takeover by Canal+ Group. According to a customer notice issued on March 5, the company said the decision was reached after a comprehensive board review aimed at strengthening its long-term digital offering […]

Popular activist, Aisha Yesufu, has said the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has over 200 million Nigerians as supporters. Yesufu, however, said that though the All Progressives Congress, APC, has about 30 state governors, the ruling party can outspend the ADC. Featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, she admitted that the APC can outspend […] ADC has over 200 million supporters, APC left with 30 govs – Aisha Yesufu

Victor Osimhen and Galatasaray face a major setback as UEFA has imposed a massive fine and an away fan ban ahead of their Champions League clash with Liverpool.

The governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has told anyone who wishes to run for the governorship of the state to start their campaign in earnest. The governor also urged them to do so on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, despite the crisis rocking the party’s internal structures. The PDP has been […] Oyo guber: ‘I’ve freed you, bring out your billboards with PDP logo’ – Makinde tells aspirants

March 05, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment and training of 28,000 new soldiers within one year to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has disclosed. The Army Chief made the announcement on Thursday during a courtesy visit to Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, at […] The post Tinubu Okays Recruitment Of 28,000 Soldiers To Boost Military Capacity appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The United States Department of State has announced the temporary suspension of activities at the Embassy of the United States, Kuwait City due to rising security concerns linked to growing tensions in the region. In a statement released on Thursday, the department said the move forms part of precautionary measures aimed at protecting American diplomatic […] War: US suspends operations at Embassy in Kuwait

Anietie Udoh has added another significant international milestone to his growing portfolio of global recognition with his appointment as a jury member of the Native Advertising Awards organised by the…

Tehran and other cities have been hit heavily, with the Azadi Stadium, Tehran Grand Bazaar, and the Golestan Palace among the affected locations. The post Israel, US intensify strikes on Iran as Kurdish rebels move in appeared first on Vanguard News.

NNPP urges INEC to restore public trust in Nigeria's electoral process ahead of the 2027 elections, linking voter apathy to system transparency concerns.