Political strategist and former supporter of Mr Peter Obi’s presidential project, Mr Ikenna Azomchine, has warned Nigerians against supporting any presidential candidate blindly. Azomchine, who spoke on a Trust TV political programme during an interview, said he has decided to reassess his partisan loyalties ahead of the next electoral cycle. The coordinator of the Obidient […] 2027: Obidient General, Azomchine warns Nigerians against blind support for any presidential candidate 

FIFA addresses Thomas Partey's visa denial for the 2026 World Cup, as the Ghanaian vice captain misses the opening match against Panama due to Canada's decision.

… Says Nigeria Must Not Waste MKO Abiola’s Sacrifice By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party for the 2027 general elections, Adewole Adebayo, has called on Nigerians to renew their commitment to democracy, credible elections and constitutional governance, saying the country must not squander the sacrifices made by democratic […] The post Democracy Day: Adebayo calls for defence of democracy appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Babcock University student who was denied visa on six occasions has shared his story as he became a medical doctor. He wanted to study at the University of Ibadan.

The SDP honors MKO Abiola on June 12, calling for credible elections and stronger democratic institutions in Nigeria. Learn more about their tribute. Read More: https://punchng.com/june-12-gabam-led-sdp-pays-tribute-to-abiola-seeks-credible-elections/

Men of the Oyo State Police Command have arrested no fewer than four suspects over various criminal activities. The suspects were arrested in Ibadan, the state capital. The Public Relations Officer of the State Police Command, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed this in a statement. The statement was made available to DAILY POST on Friday. Ayanlade said […] Police arrest four suspects over criminal activities in Ibadan 

Wikki Tourists technical adviser, Evans Ogenyi has expressed satisfaction with his team’s win over Flight FC in the quarter-final of the President Federation Cup. The Bauchi Elephants defeated the Benue-based side 4-3 in a penalty shootout in Jos on Thursday. The fiercely contested match ended 1-1 after regulation time. Ogenyi described the victory as hard-fought […] President Federation Cup: Ogenyi delighted with Wikki Tourists win over Flight FC

Nigeria’s entertainment and academic communities have been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor and scholar, Professor Adekola Akangbe Gabriel Oyewo, popularly known as Professor Kola Oyewo. He was 80 years old. The news of his passing was announced on Friday by his son, Adetoyese Oyewo, through a message shared on Facebook, where […] BREAKING: Veteran Nollywood actor, Kola Oyewo dies

The Nigerian movie industry has been thrown into mourning again following the death of veteran actor Kola Oyewo. Kunle Afod also penned a moving tribute.

Arsenal are exploring a deal to sign winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge. According to The Athletic, a move for Tzolis would not impact the Gunners’ interest in Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers or an alternative target. The club’s sporting director, Andrea Bertea, continues to work in the market to strengthen their attack. Sources believe a […] Transfer: Arsenal eye €40m move for Christos Tzolis amid interest in Morgan Rogers

Joash Amupitan, who chairs INEC, said that the greatest threat is ahead of the election is not technical failure but misinformation and disinformation. The post Ekiti Poll: Amupitan Declares Readiness Ekiti Election, Warns Against Fake News appeared first on Channels Television.

The United States and Iran separately commented on the conditions of the peace deal confirmed by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the mediator. On Friday, Sharif indicated that “a final, agreed-upon text” of the pact has been reached, with Pakistan now working closely with both sides to finalize the next steps. In a post on […] US, Iran address conditions as Pakistan confirms peace deal

Anambra APC ratifies the expulsion of seven members over party guideline violations and litigation, while also establishing a reconciliation committee. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-apc-sets-up-reconciliation-committee-ratifies-expulsion-of-seven-members/

Co-hosts Canada grabbed a second-half equaliser to draw 1-1 with Bosnia-Herzegovina on Friday in the first World Cup finals game ever played on Canadian soil. The post Canada draw 1-1 with Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested a man identified as Nwali Nwibo for allegedly circulating false information claiming that bandits and suspected Fulani herdsmen had invaded Nguzu Edda Community in Edda Local Government Area of the state. The arrest followed what the Command described as a thorough intelligence-led investigation, which reportedly found the claim […] Police arrest man over alleged false alarm of bandits’ invasion in Ebonyi community

By Ado Oyeyemi Veteran Nollywood actor, dramatist, filmmaker and academic, Dr Kola Oyewo, has died at the age of 80, bringing to a close a distinguished career that spanned more than six decades in Nigeria’s theatre and film industry. The death of the revered thespian was announced on Friday by fellow actor Kunle Afod in [...]

Cyle Larin got Canada's goal after Jovo Lukic put Bosnia ahead with a header on 21 minutes in Toronto. The post Canada Rally To Claim Point In Historic World Cup Debut At Home appeared first on Channels Television.

The substitutions eventually paid off in the 78th minute. David combined well with Larin, whose shot from inside the penalty area took a deflection before finding its way past the helpless Vasilj to level the score at 1-1.

A member of the House of Representatives from Kaduna North and Chairman, Committee on Banking Regulations, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, has disclosed that his father, Nasir El-Rufai’s continued detention shows that Nigeria’s democratic journey is far from complete. Bello noted that democracy can only thrive in Nigeria when the country’s leadership is accountable. El-Rufai has been […] My father’s detention shows Nigeria’s democracy far from complete – El-Rufai’s son

Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has deployed 31 security vehicles to security agencies in the state, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to strengthening safety and protecting lives and property.The brief ceremony, held at the New Government House, Abakaliki, as part of activities marking Democracy Day, also featured an inspection of a guard of honour mounted by […] Democracy Day: Gov Nwifuru deploys 31 patrol vehicles to security agencies in Ebonyi

    Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested Nwali Nwibo for spreading false information claiming that bandits and Fulani herdsmen had invaded Nguzu […] The post Police Arrest Man Over Alleged False Alarm On Bandits Invasion In Ebonyi appeared first on Channels Television.

As Nigeria marks its 27th Democracy Day celebration, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Imo State chapter, has accused the administration of Governor Hope Uzodinma of undermining the rule of law and neglecting democratic principles, including the separation of powers. The party further accused the administration of eroding public confidence in governance through its style of […] Democracy Day: Imo PDP accuses Uzodinma of undermining rule of law, separation of power

Veteran Nollywood actor, academic and theatre icon, Kola Oyewo, has passed away at the age of 80, bringing an end to a remarkable career that spanned more than six decades. The sad news was confirmed by fellow actor Kunle Afod in an emotional tribute shared on his official Instagram page. Mourning the loss, Afod described […] The post Nollywood Veteran Kola Oyewo is dead appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Renowned filmmaker, actor and retired Theatre Arts lecturer at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Alagba Kola Oyewo, is dead. Oyewo died on Friday at the age of 80. Announcing his passing on Instagram on Friday, actor Kunle Afod wrote: “Kola Oyewo has taken his final bow. “His remarkable talent, timeless performances, and immense contributions to the […] The post Osun-Born Veteran Actor, Kola Oyewo Dies At 80 appeared first on OsunDefender.

He advised the opposition to view the incident from an apolitical perspective and avoid statements that could further endanger the lives of children and teachers. The post Oyo govt warns opposition against politicising Oriire kidnapping appeared first on Vanguard News.

The South-East Woman Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Mrs Oby Ajih, has said that her party would record a convincing victory across the entire South-East region during the 2027 election. Ajih, who spoke in Umuahia during the mid-year prayer and widows’ empowerment programme organised by the Abia APC Woman Leader, noted that the […] Presidential election: South East voting patterns will no longer go against APC – Zonal leader 

In an official statement, the club revealed that the former Lillestrøm centre-back is expected to be sidelined for approximately three months as he begins his rehabilitation programme The post Super Eagles’ Igoh Ogbu undergoes Achilles surgery, faces three-month layoff appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A truck driver has lost his life, while his motor boy sustained multiple injuries in a lone accident involving a 40-foot containerised articulated vehicle along the Isheri-Elemu inward Ijegun area of Lagos State. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, confirmed the incident in a statement issued by the Director of the Public Affairs and […] Truck driver dies, motor boy injured in lone crash in Lagos

The National Leader of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Senator Seriake Dickson, on Friday held a closed-door meeting with the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, amid recent crises in the party. Dickson made this known in a statement on his official X handle, revealing that the meeting, which lasted nearly three hours, was attended by […] NDC: Dickson, Obi hold closed door meeting amid internal crises

Former REC Mike Igini accuses the judiciary of subverting the June 12, 1993 presidential election, warning that Nigeria’s democracy needs courts committed Read More: https://punchng.com/judiciary-played-a-role-in-subverting-june-12-says-ex-rec-igini/

"We've got to be in confident in ourselves and what we've done. We shouldn't fear Brazil but treat them with respect. The post ‘We’re not afraid’ – Morocco coach says ahead of Brazil World Cup opener appeared first on Vanguard News.

— Says democracy means asking hard questions By Dayo Johnson, Akure Former Edo State governor and senator, Adams Oshiomhole, has defended the ongoing probe of the audited accounts of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, insisting that the Senate Committee on Public Accounts must investigate issues raised in the company’s financial reports. Oshiomhole also dismissed […] The post NNPC Probe: I’m not a burden, I’m committed to Tinubu’s government — Oshiomhole appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Resident Electoral Commissioner for Ondo State, Dr Mutiu Agboke, has urged participants designated for the forthcoming Ondo South Senatorial District by-election to uphold professionalism and integrity in the discharge of their electoral responsibilities.Dr Agboke gave the charge during the commencement of training on Friday for INEC electoral officers as […] Ondo Electoral Officers undergo training ahead of Senatorial by-election

Former Super Eagles midfielder, Duke Udi, has been unveiled as the new technical adviser of Nigeria National League, NNL, side Sunshine Stars. The Ondo State Football Agency, ODSFA, announced Udi’s arrival in a brief unveiling ceremony on Friday. Udi previously managed Firstbank FC in the NNL last season. The former Nigeria international was unveiled alongside […] NNL: Sunshine Stars unveil Udi as new technical adviser  

June 12 (THEWILL) — The United Kingdom has unveiled a £15 million Growth Programme to accelerate Nigeria’s economic transformation, unlock private sector investment and support reform-led growth over the next three years. The announcement was made on Thursday by the UK Minister for Africa and International Development, Baroness Jenny Chapman, during a two-day official visit […] The post UK Launches £15m Growth Programme To Drive Investment, Economic Reforms In Nigeria appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Oyo State traffic agency and car dealers agree to strictly enforce a ban on unregistered vehicles, enhancing security and road safety. Learn about the new Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-traffic-agency-car-dealers-agree-to-ban-unregistered-vehicles/