Arsenal became the second team to qualify for the quarter-final of the FA Cup with a narrow 2-1 win over Mansfield Town on Saturday. The victory keeps Mikel Arteta’s men in the hunt for four trophies this season. The Gunners opened the scoring through Noni Madueke’s crisp strike into the top corner of the net. […] FA Cup: Two teams qualify for quarter-final

Paul Ibe, media aide to former vice president Atiku Abubakar has likened Arise TV’s Rufai Oseni to Al Jazeera program anchor, Mehdi Hasan. Ibe’s remark followed an exchange between Mehdi Hasan and President Bola Tinubu’s media aide, Daniel Bwala, on the popular Head to Head program. During the program, several critical questions were put forward […] Bwala was roasted – Atiku’s aide likens Al Jazeera’s Mehdi Hasan to Arise TV’s Rufai

The Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board has announced that the disbursement of the 2024/2025 Students Special Assistance Scheme (Bursary Award) will commence on March 10, 2026. The Board’s Executive The post Delta govt begins 2024/2025 bursary payments March 10 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The executive chairman Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) Dr. Grace Adagba, has said the Board will continue to work with religious, community leaders and all stakeholders to expand access to quality basic education across the state. Adagba stated this when she led members of the board’s management team to felicitate with the Chief […]

While commercial airline services across the region are gradually resuming, the department said its charter flight and ground transport arrangements would continue to expand as security conditions permit.

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said he is prepared to appear before any interviewer anywhere in the world to defend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the policies of his administration. Bwala made the declaration on Saturday in a press statement issued in response to reactions that […]

The Cross River State Government has prohibited Vehicle Inspection Officers, VIO, from conducting roadside operations, limiting their activities to office-based duties. The decision follows protests from commercial transport operators over alleged harassment and steep penalties. Governor Bassey Otu announced the directive on Saturday in Calabar after meeting with transport stakeholders, according to a statement from […] Gov Otu bans VIO operations in Cross River

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to take bold steps toward the successful launch of the National Single Window (NSW) project as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s position in global trade. The Comptroller-General of Customs disclosed this during a stakeholder engagement with airline and shipping line operators in Abuja […]

Actress and producer Fathia Williams is grieving the loss of her mother, Mrs. Gloria Uzoamaka Williams, who died on February 7, a day before the actress marked her 55th birthday. The post Fathia Williams breaks down at mother’s burial in Lagos appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nollywood actress Fathia Balogun grieves the loss of her mother, Mrs. Gloria Williams, in an emotional video from the final burial ceremony. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-fathia-balogun-weeps-at-mothers-burial/

Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has strongly criticised the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following the abrupt decision to postpone the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, accusing the governing body of devaluing the women’s game. CAF announced on Thursday that the tournament, originally slated for a later date, has been moved and will now […]

President Bola Tinubu’s media aide, Daniel Bwala, has spoken for the first time since the backlash to his interview with Mehdi Hassan on Al Jazeera. In a statement on Saturday, Bwala claimed it is not an easy job to defend Tinubu, but a task he is very committed to. He said: “In the last 24 […] BREAKING: It’s hard to defend Tinubu – Daniel Bwala breaks silence on Al Jazeera interview

The conflict has expanded beyond Iran, with strikes and interceptions reported in Gulf states and Israel as missiles and drones crossed regional airspace. Some attacks triggered explosions near key infrastructure, including areas around airports and military bases.

Indigenes of Amaidi, Onuzo and Amanyanwu villages in Imobi Uturu, Isuikwuato LGA of Abia State on Friday, protested the destruction of their farmlands by bulldozers, crying out that they were neither informed or compensated before the exercise. The agrarian community alleged that the farms were destroyed by a mining company to pave way for mining […] Protest rocks Abia community over destruction of farmlands, arrest of indigenes

Former Commissioner for Women Affairs in Kano State, Dr. Malama Zahra’u Umar has reached out to 300 individuals with disabilities and 50 widows with food relief packages as part of…

Under Prof. Aderinto’s directorial dexterity, the documentary X-rays the convoluted roles of women Fuji artistes, their survival journeys, the delicate triumphs, and the pressures on all fronts. The post FUJI NOTE: Aderinto: In Praise of the Queens in Fuji Kingdom appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Trends showed that Shah's RSP was also leading in 61 of the remaining 89 constituencies in the direct elections. The post Rapper-Turned-Politician Shah Unseats Former Nepal PM In Own Constituency appeared first on Channels Television.

The Federal Government has approved an additional 50,000 slots for the 2026 National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, mobilisation in response to the growing number of graduates awaiting enlistment for the national service. The Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, disclosed this in Abuja during the inauguration of the remodelled Clinic at the Scheme’s […] Nigerian Govt approves additional 50,000 slots for 2026 NYSC programme

Former presidential spokesman, Reno Omokri, has reacted to his appointment as Nigeria’s ambassador to Mexico by President Bola Tinubu. DAILY POST reports that President Tinubu on Friday approved the official postings of 65 ambassadors-designate to Nigeria’s diplomatic missions across the world, including the United Nations. The list comprises 31 career diplomats and 34 non-career ambassadors […] Reno Omokri reacts to ambassadorial posting to Mexico

Mudir Markaz Sheikh Habibullah Adam has projected what could happen to Israel after it joined the US in killing Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Trabzonspor vice president Zeyyat Kafkas has confirmed that Manchester United are demanding a substantial fee for goalkeeper Andre Onana, a price tag the Turkish club has no intention of meeting. Onana is currently spending the 2024/25 season on loan at the Super Lig side after a difficult campaign at Old Trafford. The Cameroonian shot-stopper, who […]

The Nigerian Army laid to rest soldiers killed in action during counter-insurgency operations in Borno State, honoring their sacrifice and service. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-buries-soldiers-killed-in-borno-operations/

Long known as the "Switzerland of the Middle East," Oman maintained its steady position due to its isolationist yet friendly foreign policy. The post 10 most peaceful countries in Middle East before Iran war appeared first on Vanguard News.

Victor Boniface has sent a clear signal to Bayer Leverkusen fans that his injury nightmare is nearing its end, posting a video of himself back in action with a simple but promising caption: “Soon.” The 42-second clip circulating online shows the Nigerian striker looking sharp in what appears to be a Leverkusen match setting, complete […]

According to him, the state has accelerated the development of a multimodal transport system, including the commencement of passenger operations on the Blue Line Rail and the inauguration of the Red Line Rail, alongside investments in roads, bridges, bus reforms and water transport.

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian woman celebrated getting divorced. Netizens reacted massively to the post.

In another bout, Nigeria’s Rasheed Adeyemo will fight Tanzanian boxer Nicolaus Mdoe. The event will also feature matches involving Basit Adebayo vs Loren Japhet, and Samuel Antwi against Paul Kamanga.

As the world moves rapidly into the age of Artificial Intelligence, a critical question confronts Africa: who will build the continent’s technological future? More importantly, will African women have a place at the design table of that future? Artificial intelligence is quietly reshaping the foundations of economies, industries, and societies. Technology is redefining how nations […]

Ahead of International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8, Miyu Distribution has invited viewers across the world to watch four short award-winning animated films directed by women and about women. The animations include ‘27’ by Flora Anna Buda, winner of the 2o23 Cannes Palme d’Or for Best Short; ‘I’m Late’ by Sawako Kabuki, Grand Prize […]

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, has declared that Tehran will never surrender to Israel or the United States as the Middle East war entered its second week. In a prerecorded speech broadcast on state television on Saturday, Pezeshkian said calls for Iran’s unconditional surrender were a “dream they should take to their grave.” In his address, […]

United States President, Donald Trump, has asserted that Iran apologised to neighbouring countries in the Middle East after what he described as sustained military pressure from the US and Israel. In a post on Truth Social on Saturday, Trump wrote, “Iran, which is being beat to HELL, has apologized and surrendered to its Middle East […] Iran apologised to Middle East neighbours due to US-Israeli pressure – Trump

Singida Black Stars have cleared Super Eagles goalkeeper Amas Obasogie of match-fixing allegations after an internal investigation found no evidence of wrongdoing.

British-Nigerian boxer Patricia Mbata has received a powerful vote of confidence from former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua ahead of her bid to qualify for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. In a video shared by Mbata on Instagram, Joshua joined her coach, Sean Murphy of Finchley and District Amateur Boxing Club, to deliver a personal […]

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has arrived in Borno State for an operational visit following a renewed wave of attacks by insurgents across several communities. The Army Chief arrived alongside senior military officers amid growing tension and increasing insecurity linked to fresh activities by Boko Haram and the Islamic State West […]

Arsenal survived a scare to beat third-tier Mansfield 2-1 on Saturday and reach the FA Cup quarter-finals, staying on track for a historic quadruple. The post Arsenal survive FA Cup scare to keep quadruple dream alive appeared first on Vanguard News.

One of Britain's most notorious child killers, Ian Huntley, died on Saturday following an attack in prison where he was serving a life sentence, police said. The post UK child killer Ian Huntley dies after prison attack appeared first on Vanguard News.