Nollywood actor Yomi Olorunlaiye has shared disturbing accounts of dangerous experiences he says he encountered while filming in parts of Nigeria. Speaking in an interview with Oyinmomo TV, the actor described a violent incident that reportedly occurred during a production shoot in Ikire, Osun State, where armed thugs invaded a set and attacked cast and [...]

The Nigerian entertainment industry came together on Wednesday for the service of songs held in honour of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, marking the beginning of his final funeral rites. The actor reportedly passed away on May 11, 2026, after battling kidney cancer. In line with the funeral arrangements released by the Ekubo family, colleagues, [...]

Discover the complete relationship timeline of Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth. From their heroic first meeting at a party to their mature, amicable separation.

After four years of anticipation laced with anxiety and speculations over political upheavals around the world, CHRISTIAN OKPARA reports that the 2026 World Cup is kicking off today as one of the most controversial in the recent history of the The post Does FIFA fair play apply to 2026 World Cup? appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Renowned international lawyer and essayist, Femi Ojumu, has officially unveiled a three-volume literary compendium titled The Trinity. Launched yesterday in Lagos before diplomats, legal luminaries, academics and captains of industry, the presentation celebrated the enduring power of ideas and positioned The post Ojumu launches The Trinity to shape Nigeria’s policy landscape appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigeria’s escalating insecurity crisis has deepened calls for decisive action, as regional and political groups accuse the Federal Government of failing to protect citizens against kidnappers, bandits and organised criminal networks. Regional interventions intensified yesterday as the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) The post Insecurity: Push for state police heightens amid agitation for self-defence appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The federal government has directed contractors handling legacy road projects across the country never to block vehicular access beyond 14 days under any circumstances. It also warned contractors to stick to contractual terms in handling road projects, just as it The post FG orders contractors not to block roads beyond 14 days appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has hinted that some governorship aspirants in Nigeria spent between N20 billion and N30 billion to secure electoral victory, warning that the trend is a serious threat to democratic The post Some governorship aspirants spent N30b to secure party tickets, says EFCC appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The U.S. government has launched a crackdown on birth tourism networks, revoking over 600 visas issued to foreigners who used the route to secure citizenship for their children. The Department of State stated this yesterday in an X post, saying The post U.S. uncovers birth tourism fraud, revokes over 600 visas appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Over 150 physical and health education teachers, along with games masters from public primary schools across Lagos State, are participating in a two-day capacity-building programme organised by the Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF) and the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC). The The post Over 150 teachers, games masters attend NSSF, NOC’s capacity training programme appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has recovered major evidence from the scene of the Monday’s train derailment along the Warri-Itakpe rail corridor. The bureau also said that it has intensified efforts to determine the immediate and the remote causes The post NSIB retrieves key evidence in Warri-Itakpe train derailment appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has called on Nigerian students to embrace healthy living by practising good hygiene, eating balanced diets and staying up to date with recommended vaccinations, saying such habits are crucial to safeguarding their future The post Alausa tasks Nigerian students on healthy living, vaccination appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Federal Government on Wednesday disclosed that four Nigerian prisoners died in Ethiopian correctional facilities while negotiations for a prisoner transfer agreement between Nigeria and Ethiopia were being finalised. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, revealed this in The post Four Nigerians die in Ethiopian prisons as FG repatriates over 100 inmates appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

At the centre of this challenge is Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), the foundational systems that enable governments and citizens to interact securely and efficiently through digital identity, payments, data exchange and trusted communications. The post How Nigerian terrorists use TikTok, exploit country’s digital governance gap appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has held a marathon meeting with former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and senior party officials in a move aimed at strengthening unity within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post Dickson, Kwankwaso hold reconciliation talks to strengthen NDC ahead of 2027 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Explore the enduring romance of Richard Gere and his wife, Alejandra Silva, from their 2014 meeting to their family life and joint film project in Spain.

Nigerians express heartbreak and frustration as the Super Eagles miss a second consecutive World Cup. Fans and content creators count their losses. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerians-count-losses-as-world-cup-begins-without-eagles/

June 11, (THEWILL) — The Akwa Ibom Police Command has dismantled a suspected criminal enclave in Itu Local Government Area, recovering large quantities of illicit drugs, suspected stolen property and arresting a man believed to be a key figure in a network of drug trafficking and property theft. The operation, carried out under the Command’s […] The post Police Bust Major Drug Den In Akwa Ibom, Recover Stolen Community Assets, Arrest Suspected Kingpin appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 11, (THEWILL) — Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has signed the Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) and the Bayelsa Medical University Teaching Hospital (BMUTH) Bills into law. Governor Diri assented to the bills on Wednesday during the 188th state executive council meeting at the Government House, Yenagoa. A statement by his Chief Press […] The post Gov Diri Signs PWDs, BMUTH Bills Into Law, Sacks Bayelsa United Board, Coaches appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 11, (THEWILL) — The Federal Government, on Wednesday, launched Rev360, a digital tax administration platform designed to improve tax compliance, simplify taxpayer interactions and strengthen revenue collection as part of ongoing reforms to modernise Nigeria’s tax system. The platform was unveiled at the headquarters of the Nigeria Revenue Service in Abuja during an event […] The post FG Unveils Rev360 Platform To Boost Tax Compliance appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 11, (THEWILL) — In continued demonstration of its unwavering commitment to deepening the Nigerian capital markets, FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited has approved the quotation of SKLD Integrated Services Limited’s ₦0.86 billion Series 1 and ₦6.44 billion Series 2 Commercial Papers under its ₦10.00 billion CP Programme. This approval by the Exchange’s Board Listings and […] The post SKLD Integrated Services Limited Quotes ₦7.30bn Commercial Papers On FMDQ Exchange appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 11, (THEWILL) — The Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive set of guidelines for the conferment of honorary Doctorate degrees by Nigerian universities, barring serving public officials from receiving such awards and introducing stringent measures to restore the credibility and integrity of academic honours in the country. The new framework, approved by the Federal […] The post FG Unveils New Guidelines, Bars Serving Public Officials From Receiving Honorary Doctorate Awards appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

President Bola Tinubu marked his third year in office recently, on May 29. The presidency rolled out the drums, placing a front-page advert in all the national newspapers to celebrate the president’s “achievements”. The advert was audaciously titled “Promises Delivered” and listed eight “promises” that President Tinubu supposedly “delivered”. Perversely, by proclaiming “promises delivered”, the Tinubu […] The post Three years in power, Tinubu celebrates mere ‘efforts’, not beneficial impacts, by Olu Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.

Explore Steven Tyler and Aimee Preston’s relationship, which evolved from a professional partnership into a decade-long romance despite a 39-year age gap.

Aggrieved pensioners from defunct banks protest in Lagos, demanding N32,000 minimum pension benefits and arrears from PTAD after 20 years of neglect. Read More: https://punchng.com/retirees-stage-protest-demand-n32000-pension-benefits-others/

Who is Stevie Nicks' current partner? The Fleetwood Mac icon is single. Explore her dating history, from Lindsey Buckingham, Don Henley to Joe Walsh.

England and Chelsea legend John Terry has expressed disappointment over Nigeria’s absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, admitting that the Super Eagles will be sorely missed as the tournament begins today, The PUNCH reports. Eric Chelle’s side finished second in Group C of the CAF World Cup qualifiers behind South Africa, who secured one Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-world-cup-absence-a-big-miss-terry/

The Federal Government has approved new guidelines to regulate honorary doctorate awards in Nigerian universities, aiming to restore credibility and integr Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-approves-guidelines-to-regulate-honorary-doctorate-awards/

Edo Commissioner Festus Ebea alleges some residents are harbouring kidnappers and criminal elements, exploiting security challenges in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-commissioner-alleges-residents-harbour-kidnappers/

Benue pensioners protest unpaid gratuities and pension arrears, regretting their decision to fund Governor Alia’s nomination forms. They demand immediate p Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-pensioners-regret-funding-alias-nomination-forms-protest-arrears/

FCT Police successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt in Abuja’s Byazhin community, rescuing five residents and neutralizing two suspects. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-foil-kidnapping-attempt-in-abuja-rescue-five-residents/

Kogi State government vows justice for three residents killed in a bandit attack in Iluke community, Kabba-Bunu LGA. Security forces rescued students and l Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-vows-justice-as-bandits-kill-three-residents/

Six bandits were killed by security forces during a failed attack on communities in Zamfara State. Police confirm no casualties among residents or security Read More: https://punchng.com/six-bandits-killed-during-failed-zamfara-community-attack/

Dangote Refinery’s petrol production capacity has been cut by 34% due to feedstock and technical issues. Learn how this impacts Nigeria’s fuel market. Read More: https://punchng.com/feedstock-issues-cut-dangote-petrol-production-capacity/

Guinness Nigeria and partners unite on World Anti-Counterfeiting Day 2026 to combat counterfeit goods in an AI-driven, digitally connected world. Read More: https://punchng.com/guinness-partners-seek-action-against-fake-goods/

APC aspirants in Lagos dismiss claims linking Speaker Mudashiru Obasa to recent protests over alleged irregularities in the party’s primaries. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-primaries-aspirants-clear-obasa-of-protest-sponsorship-allegation/