The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has arrested convicted Ex-minister Of Power Saleh Mamman. Mamman has been on the run and was convicted in absentia for 75 years. EFCC chairman Ola Olukoyede said the convicted fellow was arrested somewhere in Kaduna. Details later…

Former Minister Saleh Mamman has been arrested by the EFCC for financial misappropriation, following a court sentence, with ongoing investigations.

Nigerian superstar Wizkid makes history, becoming the first African artist to surpass 11 billion Spotify streams. See how fans are reacting to the news. Read More: https://punchng.com/wizkid-becomes-first-african-artist-to-hit-11-billion-spotify-streams/

Chelsea forward João Pedro has been named the club’s Player of the Season for 2025-26, just hours after suffering the disappointment of being left out of Brazil’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The post João Pedro named Chelsea best player after Brazil World Cup snub appeared first on Vanguard News.

May 19, (THEWILL) — The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a fresh ₦650 billion Nigerian Treasury Bills (NTBs) auction scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, 2026, as part of the Federal Government’s second-quarter domestic borrowing programme. The auction, disclosed in an official tender notice issued on behalf of the Debt Management Office (DMO), represents […] The post CBN Opens ₦650bn Treasury Bills Auction As Investors Eye Higher Yields appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Three Imo Communities, Ezi-Obodo, Ezi-Okele and Ihiagwa, all in Owerri West LGA, have staged a peaceful protest over rising cases of insecurity ranging from kidnappings and killings allegedly orchestrated by herders operating in the area. Youths, women, elders, and community leaders came out in their numbers, marching through major roads within the communities, carrying placards […] Insecurity: Imo communities protest alleged herdsmen attack, kidnapping

Nigeria's Brass River and Qua Iboe crude surge past $115 per barrel, showing rising global demand and offering a potential fiscal boost for the Tinubu administration

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn in Group L of the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Afegbua noted that following the unrelenting war the state government has been wagging against suspected cultists, they appear to be hiding under the umbrella of internet fraudsters to perpetrate their nefarious activities.

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has announced a 17-member committee Screening Committee for its Presidential, Governorship, Senatorial and House of Representatives aspirants. According to a statement signed by Barrister Ikenna Morgan Enekweizu, National Secretary of NDC, the Committee, which is to be inaugurated today, Tuesday, May 19, 2026 by [...]

Rotimi Amaechi rejected the idea of being a vice presidential candidate in 2027, asserting his commitment to the ADC presidential ticket amid public reactions.

The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has accused South-West governors of ignoring his repeated warnings and calls for collaboration on worsening insecurity in the region, following the recent mass abduction of teachers and pupils in Oyo State.

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of ongoing infrastructure projects across Abuja, declaring that the Tinubu administration was committed to opening up satellite communities through massive road construction. Speaking during the inspection of projects in Abuja, Wike disclosed that the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre […] Wike commends quality, speed of Abuja projects, says satellite towns must feel impact of development

Former Minister of Defence, Retired Gen. Theophilus Danjuma, on Tuesday in Abuja, donated N3 billion at the public presentation of the autobiography of former Head of State, Retired Gen. Yakubu Gowon. The post Danjuma donates N3bn, Dangote N500m at presentation of Gowon’s autobiography appeared first on Vanguard News.

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede confirmed he was arrested at 3:30 am on Tuesday. The post BREAKING: EFCC Arrests Convicted Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman appeared first on Channels Television.

Former entertainer and one-time member of the Imo State House of Assembly, Uche Ogbuagu and three women have emerged the People Democratic Party flag bearers for the 2027 House of Representatives election. Their emergence followed the primary election, which took place on May 17, across 27 Local Government Areas of the state. The winners include […] Uche Ogbuagu, 3 women, others emerge winners of Imo PDP Reps primaries

Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly preparing to offload Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare this summer, just one season after his high-profile transfer to the club, following their relegation from England’s top flight. The 25-year-old arrived at Molineux last summer from Belgian side KRC Genk in a deal believed to be worth €24 million. However, his maiden campaign […]

The Yusuf Ibrahim Zailani Campaign Council has rejected what it described as “the purported result announced” for the Kaduna Central Senatorial District primary election, stating that it does not recognise the outcome as a true reflection of the will of members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the zone. Cafra Caino, Deputy Director General […] Senatorial aspirant Yusuf Ibrahim Zailani rejects Kaduna Central result 

A mother believes her son has overcome hardship, but one decision during a race tests him in a way no competition ever could changing everything he thought he knew.

A member of the House of Representatives, Ndudi Elumelu, has warned against the rising spread of disinformation ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging journalists and political actors to uphold responsibility in order to protect Nigeria’s democracy. Elumelu spoke on Tuesday in Abuja at the 2026 Press Week themed, “2027 Election: Defending Democracy in the […]

The Oyo school attack is used by Lekan Olayiwola to show how abandoned rural governance is weakening security and enabling armed groups in Nigeria.

Nigeria’s ambitious N40tn tax target for 2026 is under threat from tax leakages and weak compliance, says the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS). Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-n40tn-revenue-target-under-threat-from-tax-leakages-nrs/

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) sets its 78 Regular Course screening test for June 13, 2026. Find out eligibility, UTME requirements, and key dates. Read More: https://punchng.com/nda-fixes-june-13-for-nationwide-screening-test/

Nigerian billionaire Abdulsamad Rabiu overtook Johann Rupert to become Africa’s second richest man, trailing only Aliko Dangote in Forbes’ latest rankings.

***Says ‘the nation is losing its humanity’ By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The leading presidential candidate and former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has described the brutal killing of a teacher and the horrific rape and murder of an elderly woman as shattering. Writing on his X platform Obi said “Some events shatter [...]

This increase is mainly caused by growing tensions between the United States and Iran, which have raised fears about possible disruption in global oil supply.

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, presided by Justice Christopher Oba, has ordered Globus Bank Ltd to pay a total of N256 million to an Abuja-based company, Haril Global Solutions Ltd, for breaching a contractual agreement. In the suit marked; FCT/HC/CV/1456/2026, Haril Global Solution Ltd, Chinedu Mba, Idris Olayiwola and the Economic and […] Court orders bank to pay Abuja firm N256m over breach of contract agreement

Nigeria finished third at the last AFCON and were runners-up in 2023. The post Nigeria To Battle Tanzania, Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau In 2027 AFCON Qualifiers appeared first on Channels Television.

The national vice-chairman (South-East) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Ijeomah Arodiogbu, has applauded the successful and peaceful conduct of the party’s House of Representatives primaries held across the five states of the Southeast geopolitical zone. Dr. Arodiogbu in a statement, described the exercise as a resounding success that reflected the growing unity and […]

Medical doctors in Ondo State have issued a fresh threat to embark on industrial action over worsening welfare conditions, manpower shortages, and declining healthcare infrastructure across the state. The warning was issued during a joint press briefing by the Ondo State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) and its affiliate bodies, where health professionals […]

Former Gov. Gabriel Suswam has won the Benue North East APC senatorial primary, defeating the incumbent. Get the full results for all districts. Read More: https://punchng.com/suswam-benue-ssgs-spouse-others-win-apc-senatorial-primary/

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa has played host to Mr. Hassan Braimah, brother of the late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, at the Ministry of Defence, Abuja. In a statement on Tuesday by the Minister’s media aide, Leah Babatunde, Brig Gen Braimah, a distinguished Infantry Officer of the Nigerian [...]

A Nigerian athlete and graduate student, Oluwabukola Pereira, has been shot dead in the United States just days before completing her Master of Business Administration degree. Pereira, 30, was reportedly killed during a suspected robbery at a car service centre in Lockland on May 8, where she worked as a cashier. Authorities in Ohio said […] The post Nigerian Athlete Shot Dead In US Days Before MBA Graduation appeared first on OsunDefender.

Nigeria will head into the qualification campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) against Madagascar, Tanzania and Guinea-Bissau after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) conducted the official draw for the qualifying stage of the tournament. The post Full draw of AFCON 2027 qualifiers appeared first on Vanguard News.

The naira weakens to N1,373.70/$ amid persistent forex demand pressures, despite improved liquidity and rising oil production, reflecting ongoing economic challenges

The Nigeria Police has held prayers for the seventeen police officers who paid the supreme price following a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School, Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, in the early hours of 8th May, 2026. DAILY POST reported that several gallant personnel of the Nigerian Army […] Terrorist Attack: Nigeria Police hold prayers for seventeen officers murdered in Yobe