Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has criticised Nigeria’s opposition political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, accusing them of pursuing personal ambitions rather than serving the country’s interests. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, monitored by The News Chronicle, on Tuesday, the governor described the opposition as disorganized and lacking clear ideology, saying […]

The federal government has said it would seek from its South African counterpart compensation for Nigerians forced to abandon businesses and other valuable properties as they returned home, following renewed anti-immigrant tensions in the country. This came as 269 more Nigerians arrived Lagos in the third government’s evacuation flight, thus bringing the total number so […] The post Xenophobia: FG To Seek Compensation From South Africa For Nigerians’ Abandoned Properties appeared first on OsunDefender.

The justice system of the United Kingdom, represented by stout cathedral structures and solemn rituals, tends to resemble a casino rather than a priestly haven of solemn judgment.  It’s the justice of the punt, the throw of the dice, not the fairness of judicial deliberation, that prevails.  That, at least, has been the prevailing view […]

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Secretary to the Government of the State (SGS), Samuel Jatau, said the measure was aimed at strengthening the protection of lives, property and schools across Plateau State. The post Governor Mutfwang overhauls Plateau security team appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Ado Oyeyemi Gunmen have shot dead two police officers and left another critically injured during an attack on a security checkpoint along the Obiri-Kwere axis of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. The slain officers, alongside the injured policeman, were attached to the Aluu Police Division in Ikwerre Local Government Area. The attackers [...]

The Nigerian naira traded relatively stable against the United States dollar at both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, as the gap between the two markets remained narrow. Data from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) showed that the official exchange rate stood at approximately ₦1,380.17 to the US […] The post Black Market Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today July 1st, 2026 appeared first on OsunDefender.

Five governorship aspirants on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State have accused some party power brokers of pursuing an “exclusionary agenda,” warning that it could trigger an internal crisis, mass defections, and another electoral defeat like those recorded in 2019 and 2023. The aspirants, in a joint statement, alleged that […]

By Ado Oyeyemi Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 17 Brigade have rescued six kidnap victims, comprising four women and two children, after they escaped from their abductors in Katsina State. The victims were rescued during a routine patrol by soldiers deployed at Unguwan Doka in Faskari Local Government Area on Monday, June 29, 2026. In [...]

In the letter sent to INEC and signed by APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and its National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, the party attributed the changes to the report of its Primary Election Appeal Committee.

Two children have died while two others sustained injuries after a windstorm uprooted a tree under which they had taken shelter during a heavy downpour in Bashe Village, on the outskirts of Burra in Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The Bauchi State Police Command confirmed the incident and urged residents, particularly parents and […] The post Windstorm Kills Two Children, Injures Two In Bauchi appeared first on OsunDefender.

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has uploaded the names of its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar and his running mate, Rotimi Amaechi on the nomination portal of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, made the disclosure on Wednesday morning, noting that it is an important step towards preparations for the […] The post 2027: ADC Uploads Atiku, Amaechi’s Names On INEC Portal appeared first on OsunDefender.

France underlined their status as one of the favourites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup title after dismantling Sweden 3-0 in Tuesday’s Round of 32 encounter, with captain Kylian Mbappe stealing the spotlight through a brilliant two-goal performance. The emphatic victory propelled Didier Deschamps’ men into the Round of 16, where they are set to […]

By Ado Oyeyemi Two children have died while two others sustained injuries after a tree uprooted by a violent windstorm collapsed on them during a heavy downpour in Bashe Village, on the outskirts of Burra, Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The Bauchi State Police Command confirmed the incident on Tuesday and urged residents, [...]

The Nigerian Navy has dealt a major setback to an extortion syndicate accused of terrorising fishermen and other users of the Bonny Creek waterways in Rivers State, forcing suspected members to abandon their operational base during a coordinated security operation. The breakthrough was disclosed on Tuesday in Abuja by the Director of Naval Information, Capt. […]

The countdown to the 2027 general elections has gathered pace, with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirming that nine registered political parties have already obtained the access codes required to upload the particulars of their presidential and National Assembly candidates. The development was disclosed on Tuesday in Abuja by INEC National Commissioner for Voter […]

By Ado Oyeyemi Unknown gunmen have abducted a senior cleric of the NKST Church, Rev. Dr. Samuel Gbinde, alongside two members of his congregation in Benue State. The victims were reportedly kidnapped in the early hours of Tuesday after armed assailants invaded the pastor’s residence located within the NKST Church premises in Andyar, Ishan Classis [...]

July 1 (THEWILL) — The Federal Government has set a target of generating ₦2.5 trillion in independent revenue in 2026 as part of efforts to improve fiscal discipline, curb revenue leakages and strengthen non-oil revenue generation. The Acting Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), Charles Abana, disclosed the target […] The post FG Targets ₦2.5trn Independent Revenue In 2026 To Strengthen Public Finances appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

For many skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and international graduates, Canada's Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) remains one of the most practical routes to permanent residence. The post Relocating on Budget: How to evaluate Canadian Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)  appeared first on Tribune Online.

July 1 (THEWILL) — The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has declared force majeure on the Oworonshoki 132/33kV and Lekki 330/132kV transmission substations following severe flooding caused by persistent rainfall in Lagos, warning that the development could disrupt electricity supply to customers served by the affected transmission facilities. The declaration followed the inundation of critical […] The post Lagos Flood: TCN Declares Force Majeure As Flooding Knocks Out Oworonshoki, Lekki Transmission Substations appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.