EFL clubs have voted in favour of expanding the Championship play-offs from four to six teams. The new system is similar to the format used in the National League and will be introduced for the 2026-27 season. It means teams finishing from third to eighth will compete for promotion to the Premier League. Clubs finishing […]

The Ondo State Agricultural Empowerment Coalition (OSAEC) has commended the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on Agriculture and Agribusiness, Hon. Rotimi Wemimo Akinsola, for initiatives aimed at The post Group commends Aiyedatiwa’s aide, Akinsola, for driving agricultural reforms in Ondo appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Kano State House of Assembly has commenced impeachment proceedings against the Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdulsalam, over alleged misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust. This development was contained in a report by Leadership Newspaper. The impeachment notice was presented on the floor of the House on Thursday by the Majority Leader, Lawan […] The post Kano Assembly Moves To Impeach Deputy Governor appeared first on OsunDefender.

As parents there is no examination to check if you have done well. Like there is no stipulated standard to weigh if any parent is doing. Just like professionals are raised in different schools, parenting doesn’t have an examination that either the parents or children will take to assess progress. Most parents do not have […]

Russia has evacuated women and children from its embassy in Tehran amid the war in the Middle East, officials said Thursday. The post Russia evacuates women, children from Tehran embassy appeared first on Vanguard News.

The judge held that the NDLEA failed to prove the non-disclosure of assets charges against Mr Kyari and his brothers beyond reasonable doubt. The post Court acquits Abba Kyari, brothers of non-declaration of assets charges, while cocaine trial continues appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Kano State House of Assembly has commenced impeachment proceedings against the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach The post JUST IN: Kano Assembly begins impeachment process against deputy gov appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The emir noted that Obasanjo, who is also a former Military Head of State and two-term democratically elected president of Nigeria, is widely known and admired for his exceptional and long-lasting achievements.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has confirmed that its substantive drug case against suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari is ongoing and scheduled for continuation before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, 16th March 2026. The post Our substantive drug case against Abba Kyari is on course – NDLEA appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nollywood actor-turned-politician Olumide Oworu has criticized the Nigerian political system, claiming that corruption is fueled by politicians treating public office as a lifelong career rather than a platform for service. On a recent episode of The Clarity Zone podcast, Oworu emphasized that politics should be about creating functional systems that serve citizens, rather than advancing [...]

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board announced on Monday, March 2, the start of the registration process for 2026 Direct Entry admissions to postsecondary institutions across the country.  According to the board, the sale of Direct Entry application paperwork has begun nationally. The board urged qualified candidates to begin their registration process as soon as […] The post How To Apply For JAMB Direct Entry 2026 appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Mr Badaru has held talks with a former senator and current ADC chieftain in the state, Ubale Shitu, and, most notably, with former Governor Sule Lamido, with whom Mr Badaru shares animosity since a 2017 dispute that led to Mr Lamido’s brief detention. The post Why I met Jigawa opposition leaders – Ex-defence minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Nigerian aviation and environmental educationist, Dr. Onifade Eedris, has pledged to deepen his commitment to the growth and development of Africa’s aviation industry following his recognition among the continent’s The post Aviation expert pledges commitment to industry growth appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

According to her, in some situations the fastest way to reduce tensions is to resolve the conflict quickly rather than avoiding involvement while the situation continues to escalate.

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Joash Amupitan, has promised to deliver a free, fair, credible, peaceful, and inclusive election that will meet the yearnings of The post INEC will deliver free, credible, inclusive elections in 2027, says Chairman Amupitan appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has commended the Executive Secretary of the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF), Hajia Fatima Shinkafi, for what it described as her impactful leadership and innovative contributions to Nigeria’s economic development. The commendation came during a courtesy visit by a delegation of the Institute led by Haj. Lami Tumaka, […]

David Alechenu Bonaventure Mark, remember him? This man was the military governor of Niger state between 1984 and 1986 (straddling the military juntas of Muhammadu Buhari and Ibrahim Babangida). He, therefore, must have been a prominent member of the group that staged the coup that ousted the country’s first (though, fraudulently?) elected civilian president, Shehu […]

Following the formal confirmation of Olatunji Disu as the Inspector General of Police, IGP, social commentator and activist VeryDarkMan has issued a warning regarding appointments within the police hierarchy, particularly female officers. He stated this in a video posted via his instagram handle on Thursday. Speaking on the state of the police force, VeryDarkMan said: […] Be careful with appointments — VDM advises IGP Tunji Disu

Taiwo Awoniyi has praised the effort of his teammates in the 2-2 away draw at Manchester City. Forest twice came from behind to rescue a point in the game. Awoniyi was introduced 11 minutes from time, his 10th league appearance of the season. The result leaves the Reds just outside the relegation zone. The Nigeria […] EPL: Awoniyi applauds Forest’s away draw with Manchester City

The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, congratulates former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 89th birthday, calling him a living legend. Read More: https://punchng.com/obasanjo-a-living-legend-emir-of-ilorin/

Nigeria’s hopes of returning to the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a setback after FIFA confirmed the Democratic Republic of the Congo as Africa’s representative in the upcoming inter-confederation playoff tournament.   Details released by FIFA show that six countries will compete for the final two places at the expanded 48-team World Cup scheduled […]

The Lagos APC postpones its state executive inauguration following the sudden death of its newly elected Assistant Publicity Secretary, Yesiro Karamo. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-apc-postpones-exco-inauguration-over-officials-death/

The Anambra State Government has directed that students who fail to attend school on Mondays without valid justification will face a one-week suspension, as part of renewed efforts to enforce full academic activities across the state. The commissioner for education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, disclosed this while addressing the management of two Onitsha-based schools summoned over […]

Nigeria National League, NNL, side Ranchers Bees has adopted a new ground for the second stanza. The Kaduna-based club will now play their home matches at the Nasara Stadium, Kofar Doka Zaria. Ranchers Bees played their home matches at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna in the first stanza. They will do battle with Jigawa Golden […] NNL: Ranchers Bees adopt new ground for second stanza

Nigerian soldiers dismantled several IPOB/ESN camps in Anambra, recovering weapons, IED components, and destroying an explosive fabrication facility. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-destroy-ipob-esn-camps-ied-facility-in-anambra/

Anambra State Government says it has recovered a substantial number of oil wells belonging to the state that were previously attributed to Delta State. The Managing Director of the Anambra State Solid Mineral Development Company and Chairman of Anambra State Petroleum Energy Resources Limited, Professor Charles Ofoegbu, disclosed this in Awka, while speaking to The […]

Emmanuel Analike, CEO of NetNaija, remanded in custody on copyright infringement charges. The Federal High Court to rule on bail application on March 9.

The Vice-President alleged that the ADC’s online membership registration portal had been overwhelmed by "fictitious" entries shortly after it was opened. The post Shettima Mocks ADC Over ‘Fake’ Digital Membership Registration appeared first on Channels Television.

LAGOS – A non-governmental organisation, The Rebirth Group (TRG) has advocated the restructuring of Nigeria into ten regions with their respective constitutions in addition to the Federal Constitution. This was contained in…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has officially inaugurated Napoleon Ukalikpe and Henrietta Dinebari Loolo as members of the House. The inauguration took place on Thursday in Port Harcourt, at the Assembly chambers. Ukalikpe, representing Ahoada East State Constituency II, and Loolo, representing Khana State Constituency II, were elected in the February 21, 2026 by-elections. […] Rivers Assembly inaugurates newly elected lawmakers

The Lagos State Government is set to commission the Opebi-Maryland-Mende Link Bridge aimed at improving accessibility and mobility. The State Government flagged off the project in January 2022. With an The post VIDEO: Inside Lagos’ Opebi–Mende link bridge project appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The English Championship play-offs will increase from four clubs to six from next season, officials announced Thursday. The post EFL Championship play-offs to increase to six teams next season appeared first on Vanguard News.

ABUJA – The precincts of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday witnessed a crowd of registered members and stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) staging a peaceful protest,…

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has paid tribute to former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo as he marked his 89th birthday, describing him as a statesman whose life reflects service, courage and dedication to national unity. Atiku, who served as vice president under Obasanjo from 1999 to 2007, praised the […]

The death toll from a landslide at a mining site in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has passed 200, the government said Wednesday. A shaft collapsed at the country’s largest…

A Pakistani man on trial for a plot to kill Trump testified he was pressured by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard to devise the murder-for-hire scheme. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-accused-of-plot-to-kill-trump-says-iran-pressured-him/