The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested two suspected criminals and recovered a firearm, stolen mobile phones, and dangerous items during an operation in Keffi Local Government Area of the state. The suspects, identified as Shafiu Abdul-Rauf and Usman Abdulmumuni, were arrested following a complaint of theft and unlawful entry reported to the Keffi Divisional […] Police arrest two suspects, recover firearm, stolen phones in Keffi

“For the Amotekun corps, we have lost over 200 of them. You won’t know. They will go in, but 200 of them will never come back. May God help us put an end to the bloodshed in our state and country,” the governor said.

Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate and senator representing Ebonyi North, Onyekachi Nwebonyi, has dismissed claims that he is violating an alleged zoning arrangement limiting senators from the district to a single four-year tenure, insisting that there is no political or constitutional basis for him to forgo a second term bid in 2027. Nwebonyi was […] 2027: No zoning arrangement for single term of four years in Ebonyi North – Nwebonyi

The Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, has vowed that the Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, would not secure upto 10% of the total vote that would be cast for the Presidential election in Rivers State. The post 2027: ADC, Atiku won’t get 10% in Rivers – Wike vows appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Exchange gained 0.27% in a shortened trading week, driven by financial stocks, despite mixed sentiment and profit-taking in key equities.

The list includes players who featured for Premier League clubs at the end of the 2025/26 season, as well as those registered to play for Premier League clubs in the 2026/27 campaign.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the proposed N100,000 national minimum wage reportedly being considered by state governors, insisting that Nigerian workers now require as much as N1 million monthly to survive the country’s worsening economic conditions. The NLC spokesperson, Benson Upah, made the position known on Sunday while reacting to comments by the […]

A powerful delegation from President Bola Tinubu's administration has stormed Oyo State in a dramatic show of federal resolve following the shocking abduction of dozens of schoolchildren and teachers from remote communities in the Ogbomoso axis of the state.

Google is seeking approval from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to release approximately 32 million mosquitoes across Florida and California as part of a large-scale effort to combat mosquito-borne diseases. According to reports, the proposed mosquitoes are infected with Wolbachia bacteria, a naturally occurring microorganism that prevents mosquitoes from reproducing successfully. Scientists say […]

Ondo State Police Command arrests six suspects in Ibadan for N71 million fraud involving the illegal sale of three heavy-duty vehicles. Read more on the On Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-six-over-fraud-in-ondo/

Paris Saint-Germain star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been named the UEFA Champions League Player of the Season for the 2025/26 campaign. The post Champions League: Kvarashkelia wins player of the season [Full list of winners] appeared first on Vanguard News.

A distraught mother of an abducted Oyo student shares her harrowing experience, watching helplessly as bandits gathered her child and other pupils during a Read More: https://punchng.com/i-watched-bandits-gather-my-child-with-other-pupils-mother-of-abducted-oyo-student-cries-out/

Matt Brown, the eldest son of the Brown family featured on Discovery Channel’s ‘Alaskan Bush People’, has died at age 42. His body was recovered from a river in Washington state on Saturday, May 30. His brother Solomon Isaiah “Bear” Brown, 38, announced the news on Instagram, saying the death appeared to be self-inflicted, pending […]

Nigeria’s money market recorded a significant liquidity boost last week as system liquidity surged to N6.02 trillion, driven largely by substantial Open Market Operations (OMO) maturities and continued placements at the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Standing Deposit Facility (SDF). The market opened the three-business-day trading week with liquidity at N3.84 trillion on Monday, recovering […]

A call surfaced on Sunday for Oyo state Governor Seyi Makinde to immediately resign as abducted teachers and students in Ogbomoso remain in captivity.

“I’ve been friends with Seyi Tinubu for years, and that’s where it stops, and I call and complain to him all the time, even in person…” The post “I’m not part of City Boy Movement” — Davido clarifies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has unveiled businessman Prof. Chris Uba as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections following the conclusion of its nationwide primary process. The development comes amid internal disputes within the party, as another faction had earlier announced former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as its presidential candidate […]

Kebbi NLC congratulates Governor Idris on his third anniversary, commending achievements but urging improved Kebbi workers’ welfare and housing for civil s Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-nlc-congratulates-idris-on-third-anniversary-seeks-improved-workers-welfare/

Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has denied reports suggesting that he criticised or questioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over comments relating to the recent APC governorship primary process in Bauchi State. Tuggar described the reports as false and a deliberate misrepresentation of his remarks, insisting that he remains a loyal supporter of […]

Domestic and foreign portfolio investments on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) climbed to N1.803 trillion in April 2026, reflecting sustained investor confidence in the equities market despite a moderation in foreign participation. According to the latest Domestic and Foreign Portfolio Investment Report released by NGX Regulation Limited, total transactions increased by 3.35 per cent month-on-month […]

UEFA has unveiled its official Champions League Team of the Season for the 2025/26 campaign, with Paris Saint-Germain dominating the selection after their triumphant run to the European title. The post Olise included in Champions League Best XI, Yamal left out appeared first on Vanguard News.

A reported private message from former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson to Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has ignited fresh debate over Arsenal's style of play following the Gunners' heartbreaking UEFA Champions League final defeat.

A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Bayelsa State, Domor Mienye, has said the growing wave of anti-immigration policies and economic nationalism across several countries should serve as a wake-up call for Nigeria to strengthen its economy and governance systems. Mienye said many nations are increasingly prioritising local employment and tightening […]

A Nigerian lady in her final year at UI shared how she used AI to prepare for her examinations. Her experience caught people’s attention on social media.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced an unprecedented 31-day marathon project commissioning across the nation’s capital to celebrate President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary in office. ​Speaking at a political luncheon in Port Harcourt, Rivers State at the weekend, the Minister showcased the administrative landmark achievements under his watch, attributing […]

The Lagos State Police Command has debunked a viral video circulating on social media claiming that Fulani men were recently arrested in Ikorodu with firearms and ammunition, describing the footage as old and misleading. The Command, in a statement issued on Sunday, clarified that the video does not relate to any recent security operation in […]

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kaduna State has unveiled three senatorial district flagbearers for the 2027 general elections following the conclusion of its primary elections. The chairman of the party’s Primary Elections Committee in Kaduna State, Mr. Ladan Salihu, announced the results during a press conference held in Kaduna on Sunday. Salihu said the […]

The Caucus leader of the Action Peoples Party (APP) in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, has appealed to the leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) not to deny 2027 party tickets to members of the House of Representatives who joined the party at its formative stage, warning that such a move could […]

Guinness Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to the growth and preservation of Nigerian culture. The Company, through its Orijin brand joined thousands of sons and daughters of Ijebuland, dignitaries, cultural enthusiasts, and tourists at the 2026 edition of the Ojude Oba Festival in Ijebu-Ode, delivering an immersive cultural experience that celebrated heritage, identity, and the […]

Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua and Albanian knockout specialist Kristian Prenga are set for their first official face-off in London on June 1 ahead of their highly anticipated heavyweight clash scheduled for July 25 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The meeting comes as excitement builds around Joshua’s return to the ring after his knockout victory […]

Atiku Abubakar meets with rival Hayatu-Deen in Lagos for reconciliation talks after the ADC presidential primary. Learn more about the Atiku Hayatu-Deen me Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-holds-closed-door-talks-with-hayatu-deen/

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP,  and factional National Ex-Officio member of the party, Mazi Moses Idika, has dismissed calls for the party’s 2027 governorship candidate in Ebonyi State, Chief Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii, to step down on the grounds of zoning, insisting that the businessman and philanthropist remains firmly in the race. Idika argued […] 2027: Odii remains Ebonyi PDP governorship candidate – Idika

Nigerian-born British rapper, Joseph Olaitan Adenuga Jr., professionally known as ‘Skepta’, has stirred reactions online after raising concerns about the economic challenges facing many Nigerians. In a post on X, Skepta tagged Bola Tinubu’s official account and questioned the level of hardship being experienced across the country. “How much suffering is enough? @officialABAT,” he wrote. […]

Political group, Concerned Political Observers, has said it is closely monitoring the official release of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, primary election results in Anambra State to ensure that they accurately reflect the outcomes recorded at the various local government venues. The group, which described the election as one of the most significant political developments […] The post Group monitors NDC results, says Senator Umeh failed in re-election bid appeared first on Vanguard News.

Political group, Concerned Political Observers, has said it is closely monitoring the official release of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, primary election results in Anambra State to ensure that they accurately reflect the outcomes recorded at the various local government venues. The group, which described the election as one of the most significant political developments […] The post Group monitors NDC results, says Senator failed in re-election bid appeared first on Vanguard News.

A recent social media post has sparked speculation that Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony’s child, formerly known as Emme, may now be using the name Oskar Muñiz. The update appeared on an Instagram account tracking university choices of graduating students from Windward School. The 18-year-old was identified as Oskar Muñiz and listed as a future […]