"On behalf of my family, political associates and supporters across Oyo Central Senatorial District, I heartily congratulate Her Excellency, Mrs Tamunomini Olufunke Makinde, on the occasion of her birthday. I pray that Almighty God grants her sufficient grace

Dele Momodu revealed NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, rejected his advice to partner with former vice president Atiku Abubakar, citing popularity.

Rabiu Kwankwaso has reportedly threatens to quit NDC over candidate changes in Kano amid dispute on 60/40 power-sharing deal ahead of 2027 elections.

A two-storey church building undergoing renovation in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State has collapsed, but authorities have confirmed that no lives were lost in the incident. The structure, located along Palace Road, off Ogheghe Road on Upper Siluko Road, also housed the Faith Above Educational Academy, a school facility within the same premises. […]

Delta State Police Command has uncovered how a married woman, Oluchi, faked her abduction, demanding N50 million ransom while hiding with a lover.

The Federal Government says the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, was among the political leaders who agreed to the adoption of rotational presidency in Nigeria following the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, made this known on Tuesday at a World […] Atiku was part of decision for rotational presidency — Nigerian govt

Enugu State governor, Peter Mbah, has said that drug abuse should no longer be treated as a purely health or social problem, but as a major security challenge affecting national stability. Mbah made the position known through the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, at the MTN Anti-Substance Abuse Programme (ASAP) Stakeholders Conference […]

By John Alechenu ABUJA — The Federal Government has warned that contractors handling the Abuja–Lokoja Road reconstruction risk sanctions if they fail to deliver on schedule, insisting that funds released must be properly utilised for project execution. Minister of Works, David Umahi, issued the warning on Tuesday during an inspection tour of the road corridor […] The post FG threatens sanctions over Abuja–Lokoja Road delays appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a Presidential Task Force on Ebola Virus Disease Preparedness and Emerging Public Health Threats as part of efforts to prevent a possible outbreak in Nigeria following the resurgence of the disease in parts of Africa.

The Taraba State Government has launched the 2026 Climate-Related Disaster Preparedness and Mitigation Strategy in partnership with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other stakeholders to reduce the impact of flooding and climate-related disasters across the state. The initiative was unveiled in Jalingo by the Commissioner for Special Duties and Humanitarian Services, Hon. Saviour […]

Popular social media influencer, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, also known as Blessing CEO, has been arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged N69.15 million fraud. The post EFCC arraigns Blessing CEO over fresh alleged N69.15m fraud, remands influencer appeared first on Vanguard News.

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez is bracing up for a difficult duel against the Super Eagles, DAILY POST reports. Seleção das Quinas will test their might against the three-time African champions at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria on Wednesday night. The encounter will serve as a test for the Europeans, who will face an African […] Friendly: Portugal boss Martinez braces for tough encounter with Super Eagles

The freedom of choice is not treason. Come along with me. As another election season draws near in Nigeria, familiar emotions are beginning to rise. Some are angry. Some are anxious. Some are hopeful. Some are afraid. None of these is strange in a democratic contest, especially in a society where politics is not merely […] The post Freedom of choice is not treason, By Bolutife Oluwadele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Seplat Energy Plc has named Tony Elumelu as its next chairman and appointed Effiong Okon as chief executive officer, the company said in a notice filed on the Nigerian Exchange on Tuesday. Elumelu will succeed Senator Udoma Udo Udoma and take up the chairmanship in January 2027, while Okon’s appointment as CEO takes effect on […]

Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has described the controversy surrounding the suspension of a fellow senator as one of the lowest moments of the current National Assembly, saying it significantly distracted the Senate from its core legislative responsibilities. As the 10th Senate marks its third anniversary, Bamidele, while speaking in Abuja and reflecting on the performance […]

The Housing Development Advocacy Network (HDAN) says Africa will not be able to address its growing housing deficit unless it embraces innovation, technology and modern construction methods. HDAN, organisers of the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS), made the call while announcing the launch of the AIHS Innovation Hub, a platform designed to showcase housing technologies, […]

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday urged Nigerians to be careful of those trying to kidnap for ransom. Akpabio disclosed that those behind kidnapping are perpetuating the activity to create an impression that Nigeria is not safe. Speaking in Abuja during the commissioning of road projects to mark President Bola Tinubu’s third year anniversary, Akpabio said […] Why they are kidnapping Nigerians for ransom – Akpabio reveals

By Soni Daniel, Editor, Northern Region ABUJA — The annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election won by businessman Moshood Abiola was unjustified and remains a painful episode in Nigeria’s political history, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has said. Akume stated this at a world press conference in […] The post June 12 annulment unjustified, painful — Akume, Onanuga appeared first on Vanguard News.

Panic grips Osogbo residents after unidentified gunmen fire sporadic shots. Police confirm incident and begin investigation into the Osogbo gunshots. Read More: https://punchng.com/panic-as-gunshots-rock-osogbo-police-begin-investigation/

According to the ministry, the evacuees will be flown in from Johannesburg aboard an Air Peace aircraft scheduled to depart the O.R. Tambo International Airport on Wednesday night. The post Xenophobia: First batch of Nigerians repatriated from South Africa arrives Thursday appeared first on Vanguard News.

Jose Mourinho has reportedly approved Real Madrid's move for Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori, whom he coached at Roma, as Florentino Perez plans a major rebuild.

Iran’s football federation has announced that the United States of America has rescinded its allocation of tickets for the World Cup group matches, alleging that the co-host is hindering the attendance of Iranian fans amid a tense diplomatic dispute. The US has imposed several bureaucratic obstacles for Iran at the international football event, including the […] World Cup 2026: US has revoked our ticket allocation – Iran

Senate President Godswill Akpabio alleges political opponents are exploiting insecurity to undermine the Tinubu administration. Read more on Akpabio’s clai Read More: https://punchng.com/opposition-using-insecurity-to-discredit-tinubu-administration-akpabio/

The Youths and Environmental Advocacy Centre (YEAC-Nigeria) has called on the federal government and international oil companies to urgently accelerate the clean-up and remediation of polluted coastal waters in the Niger Delta. The group made the appeal in a statement issued in Port Harcourt by its Executive Director, Dr. Fyneface Dumnamene Fyneface, to mark the […]

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Dele Momodu, has disclosed that the 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, believes that he’s the only messiah that can save Nigeria. Momodu disclosed this while noting that Obi can’t control his followers. In an interview on Symfoni TV, the former presidential […] Peter Obi believes he’s only messiah that’ll save Nigeria – Dele Momodu

At least 10 people were injured after residents of Chirif Magaji and Chirif Dikko communities in Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State clashed over a disputed farmland. The two communities have reportedly been arguing over the ownership and use of the land for nearly three years, but the disagreement turned violent on Tuesday. A […] 10 injured in Sokoto as rival communities clash over farmland

Know what Chrisean Rock’s parents and siblings do for a living. The article also reveals controversies that have been reported about some of her family members.

US President Donald Trump has vowed that America will respond after Iran allegedly shot down a US Apache helicopter during a patrol operation over the Strait of Hormuz.

The Presidential Task Force on Ebola will be chaired by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, with membership drawn from relevant MDAs and state representatives. The post Tinubu Sets Up Ebola Task Force, Releases ₦10bn Emergency Fund appeared first on Channels Television.

There was tension as one person was killed and seven others injured after an Improvised Explosive Device, IED, exploded along the Bagega–Anka road in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The incident occurred when a commercial Golf 3 Wagon conveying passengers from Bagega to Anka ran over the explosive device. The IED was allegedly […] Explosion rocks Zamfara road, one dead, seven injured

The NUPRC has set June 12, 2026, as the deadline for submitting technical and commercial bids for Nigeria’s 2025 oil block bids. Learn more here. Read More: https://punchng.com/nuprc-sets-june-12-deadline-for-2025-oil-block-bids/

Discover the 16 players of Nigerian heritage set to feature at the 2026 FIFA World Cup across various national teams, despite Nigeria’s absence. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-16-players-with-nigerian-heritage-at-2026-world-cup/

The partnership between the two countries was forged weeks after United States President Donald Trump claimed that there was a Christian genocide ongoing in Nigeria. The post How we’re collaborating to defeat terrorists – Nigeria, US militaries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

  Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has alleged that the opposition All Progressives Congress in Osun State is terrorising residents of the state. This was, as he said, the recent activities of the APC will not win the August 15 election for its candidate, Mr Bola Oyebamiji. In a post on […] The post 2026: Davido Alleges Intimidation By APC In Osun As Gunshots Panic Osogbo Residents appeared first on OsunDefender.

President Donald Trump has vowed that the United States will respond after Iran allegedly shot down an American Apache helicopter during a patrol mission over the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on Truth Social on Tuesday, Trump said he had been informed by the U.S. military that the incident occurred overnight and involved a […] BREAKING: Trump vows to retaliate against Iran for shooting down US helicopter

The Federal High Court in Lagos granted social media influencer Blessing CEO a ₦10 million bail, but she landed in prison after EFCC refused to take her