He equally dismissed insinuations of strained relations with the Olubadan, emphasising that both royal institutions continue to coexist in mutual respect and understanding. The post Alaafin denies rift with Makinde, Olubadan appeared first on Vanguard News.

The speaker extended the felicitations on behalf of the entire members of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, the State Assembly Service Commission, and the staff of the State Assembly. The post Jigawa speaker celebrates Governor Namadi on 63rd birthday appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The First Lady of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has called on parents to take a more deliberate role in raising morally upright children, stressing that sound upbringing remains critical to building a responsible society.

The former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has expressed condolences over the passing of Muhammad Usman Ankwai, Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly. Ankwai passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at a hospital in Cairo, Egypt, where he had been undergoing treatment for a prolonged illness. […] Malami mourns Kebbi Assembly Speaker, Mohammed Usman Ankwai

Nigeria’s Falconets have resumed camping ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round tie against Malawi, DAILY POST reports. The players and their officials converged in Abuja on Monday, and had their first training session on Tuesday morning. Nigeria will host the first leg on Saturday, May 2, while the reverse […] U-20 WWCQ: Falconets return to camp for Malawi showdown

Prince Haliru Dantsoho Mahmud steps down from the 2027 governorship race to support a Kwara Central candidate, fostering unity and progress in Kwara politics.

The Plateau State Government has further relaxed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following the deadly attacks at Angwan Rukuba. The post Plateau relaxes curfew in Jos North as relative peace returns appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor of Abia, Alex Otti, has drawn the urgent attention of both former and incumbent governors of

Iranians formed human chains to protect power plants on Tuesday after President Donald Trump’s threats to strike energy infrastructure, according to images published by state media, as top officials said they were also prepared to sacrifice their lives. After a campaign online and through SMS texts to sign up for the human chains nationwide, officials […] The post Iranians form human chains at power plants after Trump’s threat appeared first on Vanguard News.

Commissioner for Health in Cross River State, Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk has disclosed that those who persist in unsafe meat processing practices, including the sellers and butchers, will be sanctioned for violating public health laws in the state. He made the announcement in Calabar, Tuesday, following crackdown on such violators at public slaughter facilities and […] Violation of Public Health Laws: C’River to sanction meat handlers, abbattoir operators

Iran has warned that a major attack by the United States could trigger a wider escalation in the region, including a possible move to shut down a critical global shipping route. A senior Iranian official said Tehran may rely on its allies, the Houthis in Yemen, to take control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a […] US attack could trigger closure of key Red Sea route – Iran

Minister Nyesom Wike says a suitable public-purpose project will be built on the reclaimed land. The post Minister orders arrest of owner as two-storey building collapses in Abuja appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Social media activist VDM denies allegations of links to ADC, criticising Nigeria's security situation and asserting his independence from political parties.

The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended 47 individuals in coordinated operations across the state, including an 18-year-old who was intercepted while attempting to collect a N20 million ransom. Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai provided the details during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Ikeja on Tuesday, showcasing recovered items from multiple crime […] Police arrest 47 suspects, seize guns, cars, others in Lagos

The Kaduna State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused authorities of targeting former governor Nasir El-Rufai and other opposition figures with sustained political pressure. Speaking at a news conference, a party chieftain and former Commissioner for Education, Professor Muhammad Sani-Bello, said the ADC was expressing grave concern over what it described as […] ADC alleges political targeting of El-Rufai, opposition figures in Kaduna

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced the successful delivery of its maiden 950,000-barrel cargo of the new Cawthorne blend crude to the Netherlands, utilising the the new Cawthorne Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) vessel linked to Oil Mining Lease (OML) 18. This export, loaded on Sunday, April 5, 2026, aboard the MT […]

Stakeholders across Nigeria’s agriculture sector called for stronger coordination across the value chain to improve productivity and food security at the BusinessDay Future of Agriculture Conference held in Lagos.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced the successful delivery of its maiden 950,000-barrel cargo of the new Cawthorne blend crude to the Netherlands, utilising the the new Cawthorne Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) vessel linked to Oil Mining Lease (OML) 18. This export, loaded on Sunday, April 5, 2026, aboard the MT […]

"Burna Boy Music is temporarily out of any of our DJs’ playlists until further notice. Our team will carry out a proper investigation on last night’s incident involving one of our own, DJ Tunez..." the statement read in part.

Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese, has lauded President Bola Tinubu over the recent ambassadorial postings which he described as a strategic move capable of enhancing Nigeria’s global standing. Agbese, who stated this in Abuja on Tuesday, also said the appointments reflect a deliberate effort by the administration to reposition Nigeria’s […]

The leadership and members of the APGA Media Warriors, a strong political support of Anambra state Governor, Prof. Charles Soludo, on

The Nigerian women’s national football team, Super Falcons, are set to face Cape Verde in an international friendly match scheduled for April, as part of preparations for upcoming continental and global competitions. The encounter is expected to provide both sides with an opportunity to test new players, refine tactics, and build cohesion ahead of future […]

The Oyo State Government has disbursed more than N37 billion in gratuities and death benefits to retired primary school teachers and local government staff since 2019, officials have said. The Chairman of the Oyo State Local Government Staff Pension Board, Hon. Akeem Ademola Ige, disclosed this during the flag-off ceremony for another round of payments […]

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN)  Borno State Chapter, has urged Christian faithful in the state to get involved in politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. Admonishing and encouraging Christian faithful on involvement in politics during the CAN Easter rally in Maiduguri, the CAN Chairman, Most Rev Dr John Bogna Bakeni, urged them to […]

Cameroonian authorities asked the families of the deceased to contact the foreign ministry, in a statement aired on state broadcaster CRTV. The post 16 Cameroonians Reported Dead Fighting For Russia In Ukraine appeared first on Channels Television.

The management of the University of Jos and the Nigerian military have dismissed a viral report claiming unrest and destruction on campus, describing it as false and misleading. The report, which circulated widely on social media, alleged that “student grievances had escalated into chaos” and suggested there was insecurity within the university. It was accompanied […] UNIJOS, Nigerian Army dismiss viral report of campus unrest

A member of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), Mr Emeka Ugwu-Oju, has called for the formation of a renewed democratic movement, “NADECO 2.0”, aimed at addressing what he described as deepening governance and structural challenges in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a public message released on Monday and amplified by the Good […] The post Group Advocates ‘NADECO 2.0’ Ahead of 2027 Elections, Calls for Structural Reforms appeared first on OsunDefender.

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday formally installed the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Oba Olufolarin Ogunsanwo, as the 6th Chancellor of Lagos State University, marking a historic shift in the institution’s leadership structure.

Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ibadan Northwest/Southwest Federal Constituency have warned against imposition of a candidate in the 2027 election. The members made the call at a news conference organised by the constituency Apex Leaders Council in conjunction with the aspirants and other party stakeholders on Tuesday in Ibadan.   APC chieftain […]

Gates has admitted making a "huge mistake" in associating with Epstein, telling staff at his charity foundation in February that he had affairs with two Russian women but denying any involvement in the disgraced financier's crimes. The post Bill Gates to testify in front of US House panel on Jeffrey Epstein appeared first on Vanguard News.

Eyewitnesses at the scene expressed concern over the extent of the damage of Terminal, alongside two others in the FCT, which was commissioned in June 2025 The post Rainstorm Damages Kugbo Bus Terminal, Causes Gridlock In Abuja appeared first on Channels Television.

Former Tottenham and Chelsea defender William Gallas has issued a stark tactical warning to Arsenal star Bukayo Saka, insisting that the England international must overhaul his playing style to rediscover his peak form. After several gruelling seasons as Arsenal’s primary attacking outlet, concerns are mounting that Saka is showing signs of physical burnout. Scouts and […]

I thought my husband died years ago—until I saw him alive on a distant beach with another woman and child. A shocking betrayal unravels buried truths from the past.

The party, through a governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Niyi Aborisade, stressed that opposition remains a vital pillar of any democratic system. The post Oyo ADC Calls For Fair Political Space, Warns Of Threats To Democracy appeared first on Channels Television.

In March, a Federal High Court in Warri, Delta State, ruled that Nigerians have the constitutional right to record police officers performing their duties in public. The post Police react to court judgement on Nigerians’ right to film officers on duty appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

It can be recalled that the Malawi team progressed to the final qualifying round after edging past Guinea Bissau in their previous fixture The post Poland 2026: Falconets resume camp in Abuja for Malawi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.