A police officer identified as Newton Isokpehi apologises after a viral clip of him threatening people filming him on duty sparked widespread outrage.

According to the statement, the father of the victim had on 18 May 2026 reported that his three-year-old daughter was abducted by the suspect, a commercial motorcyclist who was entrusted with taking the child on daily school runs.

Harry Kane believes England’s squad is “as good as we’ve ever had” and says his side are ready to end 60 years of World Cup hurt this summer. The 32-year-old will lead his country to North America hoping to become the first Englishman to lift the trophy since Bobby Moore in 1966. After reaching back-to-back […]

Operatives of the Gombe State Police Command have recovered 119 rounds of live ammunition concealed near a cemetery in Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area of the state. The command said the discovery followed intelligence reports received by security operatives concerning suspicious items hidden around the area. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Buhari [...]

The message has now quickly drawn congratulatory reactions from fans, colleagues, and public figures, with many celebrating the couple’s latest milestone. The post Temi Otedola, Mr Eazi set to welcome first child appeared first on Vanguard News.

Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has predicted the 2025/26 Premier League final day fixtures taking place on Sunday. Arsenal were crowned the champions of the Premier League this season on Tuesday after Man City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth. But the Gunners will take on Crystal Palace in their final Premier League fixture for this season on Sunday evening. Stating his prediction […] EPL final day: Merson predicts Palace vs Arsenal, Chelsea, Man United fixtures

‎Barely 24 hours to the commencement of the APC primaries in Abia State, one of the three aspirants and a younger brother to a former governor of the state, Mascot Uzor Kalu announced his “voluntary withdrawal”. ‎ ‎Kalu informed his supporters, party members, and the general public about this in an e-signed statement sighted by […]

Olaitan Folorunsho, popularly known as Olawestern, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate for Amuwo-Odofin Constituency I after defeating three other aspirants in the party’s Lagos State House of Assembly primary election ahead of the 2027 general elections. The primary elections, which took place in several areas including Ikeja, Agege and Lagos Mainland, […] APC primary: Folorunsho emerges candidate for Amuwo-Odofin I

Emma Raducanu has been given a challenging first-round matchup at the French Open, where she will face Argentina’s Solana Sierra, a proven performer on clay. The British No. 1 missed out on a seeding for the clay-court Grand Slam after slipping to 37th in the world rankings. While the draw could have been harsher she […]

BP is accused of dumping toxins that contaminated groundwater in Kargi and Kalacha in Marsabit County, one of Kenya's poorest regions The post BP faces lawsuit over alleged toxic dumping in Kenya appeared first on Vanguard News.

“Before I became a councillor, I was an okada man. I used a bike to sustain myself, and I am proud of that. That is my humble beginning,” he said in an interview. The post Meet ex-LP ‘Okada rider’ turned-lawmaker who lost APC ticket after defection appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Labour Party has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, IGP, and the Department of State Services, DSS, over the alleged illegal distribution of nomination forms by a former national chairman of the party, Julius Abure. The party’s National Chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman, made the allegation while speaking with newsmen on the sidelines of the party’s […] Labour Party petitions police, DSS over alleged illegal distribution of nomination forms

Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has been selected as one of the analysts for Fox Television’s coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, adding another major broadcasting role to his post-retirement football career.

A Kano State High Court sitting on Miller Road has remanded a young man, Umar Ibrahim, in prison custody over the alleged armed robbery and rape of a married woman in the Kano metropolis. The Kano State Government arraigned the defendant before the court presided over by Justice Sulaiman Baba Na Malam. During the court […] Kano court remands man over alleged robbery, rape of married woman

NRS uncovers VAT and withholding tax leakages, targeting N40 trillion in revenue while rewarding compliant states from 2026. Insights on tax fairness revealed.

A funny video posted on TikTok captured a Nigerian man packing his wife's properties from her family house after she reportedly refused to follow him home.

A young man who recently made waves online after he vowed to cut off his beard if Arsenal wins the 2025/2026 Premier League title has surfaced on the internet.

In anticipation of the governorship election scheduled for June 20, 2026, in Ekiti State, 13 political parties involved in the election signed a peace accord on Thursday, committing to uphold peace before, during, and after the electoral process. Among those who signed was Biodun Oyebanji, the Governor of Ekiti State and the candidate representing the All Progressives […] Ekiti 2026: INEC boss, Amupitan, IGP Disu, others present as 13 political parties sign peace accord

Griffin Capital Group has officially entered Nigeria’s financial services industry with a strategic focus on expanding access to SME financing, deepening capital market activities and supporting infrastructure development across the country. The company said its market entry reflects a deliberate effort to address financing gaps facing small and medium-sized enterprises, housing development, mortgage financing and […]

The Yoruba Council of Elders condemns the recent Oyo abduction of students and teachers, urging federal and state governments to secure their release and e Read More: https://punchng.com/schools-must-not-become-hunting-grounds-yce-condemns-oyo-abduction/

Nigerian couple Temi Otedola and Mr Eazi announce they are expecting their first child, sharing stunning maternity photos and a heartfelt Bible verse on Instagram.

Senegal have unveiled their 23-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with veteran superstar Sadio Mané and Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson headlining a formidable attacking lineup. Head coach Pape Thiaw has crafted a balanced roster that blends seasoned experience, youthful dynamism, and explosive offensive talent as the Teranga Lions prepare to roar on football’s […]

The National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed the Kwara governorship primary election to Friday. The post APC postpones Kwara governorship primary appeared first on Vanguard News.

Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Football Association, Abba Mouktar Muhammed, has called for greater private sector investment in Nigerian football, saying privately owned clubs remain the most sustainable path towards strengthening the domestic league. Muhammed made the call while speaking with journalists in his office in Abuja on Thursday, where he reviewed the progress […]

After listening to the submissions presented, the presiding judge, Mohammed Yakubu, adjourned the matter until June 3 for continuation of hearing and further consideration of the issues raised by both

The 450MW Alaoji Power Plant in Abia State has been revived by NDPHC after a three-year shutdown due to gas supply issues, boosting electricity for the Sou Read More: https://punchng.com/ndphc-revives-450mw-abia-power-plant-after-three-year-shutdown/

Ogun State House of Assembly has screened and confirmed the nomination of Mrs Adenike Ademokun for appointment as Commissioner in the State Executive Council. In the course of her confirmation at the plenary presided over by the Speaker, Oludaisi Elemide, on Thursday, the lawmakers enjoined the nominee to justify the confidence reposed in her by bringing […] Ogun Assembly screens, confirms commissioner nominee, Ademokun

Dr Charles Omole, the author of ‘From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari, has alleged that government and security officials made a huge amounts of money from kidnapping under Buhari’s administration. Omole alleged this on Thursday during an interview on State Affairs, a podcast hosted by Edmund Obilo. He claimed that government and security officials turned […] Kidnapping: Govt, security officials made money under Buhari – Charles Omole alleges

Former Kano State Governor and National Democratic Congress (NDC) leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has firmly denied claims that he is secretly aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election, describing the allegation as politically ignorant and baseless. Speaking in an interview with Global TV, Kwankwaso dismissed the speculation in strong terms. […]

The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Assembly primary election for Apapa Constituency I. Meranda secured 2,926 votes to defeat three other aspirants in the primary election conducted on Wednesday. The exercise took place at Ijora Oloye Nursery and Primary […] Lagos Deputy Speaker Meranda wins APC primary in Apapa Constituency I

A bride abandons the grandparents who raised her, but their arrival at her wedding with a cloth bag reveals the painful past she thought was gone forever.

Persistent power outages, poor internet, and weak funding threaten the survival of Nigeria’s innovation hubs, vital for entrepreneurship and job creation, Read More: https://punchng.com/power-outages-threaten-survival-of-nigerias-innovation-hubs-report/

A relationship coach has recounted his memorable experience with late Pastor Monday Omokaro, the Deeper Life Church pastor who recently passed away.

The Dutse Emirate Council in Jigawa State has suspended the Village Head of Tsagewa in Miga District, Usaini Muhammad, over allegations of confiscating property belonging to orphans. The suspension was announced in a statement signed by the secretary of the Dutse Emirate Council, Alhaji Amadu Malami. According to the statement, the suspension takes immediate effect […] Village head suspended in Jigawa over alleged confiscation of orphans’ property

By Ado Oyeyemi Troops of the 12 Brigade, working alongside local vigilantes, have arrested two suspected terrorists during a security operation in Ajaokuta Local Government Area of Kogi State. The arrest was said to have taken place during a fighting patrol conducted along the Eganyi–Atabatam–Epiri–Ebatoto–Idebe corridor as security forces intensified efforts to tackle criminal activities [...]

Kebbi APC unanimously adopts Governor Nasir Idris as its governorship candidate for a second term. Delegates affirm his candidacy for the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-adopts-kebbi-gov-for-second-term/