Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Senate President David Mark are no longer welcome back into the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing them as “political liabilities. Speaking during an interview at his Abuja residence on Thursday evening, Wike also weighed in on recent […]

Priscilla Ojo is serving style and confidence in equal measure, and fans can’t get enough. The young mum, who is currently in London following the premiere of her mother’s film, set Instagram buzzing after sharing a series of striking photos. Owning her dual role with flair, she captioned the post: “Mom first, baddie immediately after!” […]

A former lawmaker claims opposition parties lack the structure and momentum to challenge APC’s consensus candidate, Senator Yayi, in the 2027 Ogun race. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-opposition-not-threat-to-yayi-says-ex-lawmaker/

When workers suffer, the nation suffers. When workers are empowered, the nation prospers,” he said.

Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State, Rt. Hon. Najeem Folasayo Salaam, has welcomed the judgment of the Supreme Court of Nigeria which nullified an earlier order directing the party to maintain the status quo ante bellum. ‎ ‎Reacting to the ruling, in a statement by the director-general of the ADC […]

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Oba Maduabuchi, says the Supreme Court decision on the African Democratic Congress, ADC, should not warrant celebration. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’, Maduabuchi said nothing has been decided. He was reacting to the April 30 decision of the apex court, which vacated the order of the […] ADC: Supreme Court decision should not warrant elebration – SAN, Maduabuchi

Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Enugu State chapter, Mr Vitus Okechi, has called on the party faithful to unite now that the issues bedeviling the party is over. Okechi made the call in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Tuesday, in reaction to the ruling by the Supreme […]

A Catholic priest has shared his thoughts on the Jerry Eze Foundation's $720,000 business grant opportunity for 240 people. He highlighted an important lesson.

The New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, has raised concerns over the challenges faced by Nigerian workers, noting that workers are constantly navigating inflationary pressures on food and essential services, high cost of transportation and energy issues and the skyrocketing cost of survival. The National Chairman of the NNPP, Bala Yunusa Mohammed, extended the party’s solidarity […] May Day 2026: NNPP highlights challenges Nigerian workers face, calls for action

‎The Nigerian media community has been thrown into mourning following the death of Mr Clement Ige, a veteran entertainment journalist, editor and media executive whose career left a lasting imprint on modern Nigerian journalism. ‎ ‎Ige, who worked with The Guardian Newspapers, Nigerian Tribune and others, was 69 years old. The veteran journalist died on […]

The Kebbi State Government has dissolved the governing council of Abdullahi Fodio University and removed its Vice-Chancellor and other principal officers. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-dissolves-abdullahi-fodio-varsitys-governing-council-sacks-vc-others/

Global superstar Shakira is preparing to make history in Brazil as she headlines a massive free concert at Copacabana Beach on May 2. The performance is part of the highly anticipated Todo Mundo No Rio, a large-scale show known for drawing millions of fans and previously featuring icons like Madonna and Lady Gaga. In an […]

A young Nigerian lady took to her social media page to raise an important question after spotting important information on the ID card of a FUNAAB student.

The Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum welcomed a new wave of legendary talent on April 28, inducting its ninth class during a ceremony at the Fisher Centre for the Performing Arts. Among the honorees were Dann Huff, Keith Urban, Michael McDonald, Leland Sklar, and John Boylan, while Dolly Parton received the prestigious Industry Icon […]

The dramatic dismissal follows Tuesday’s violent dispute that claimed a life and triggered arson attacks, prompting the state government to impose a dusk-to-dawn curfew on the oil-producing community. The post Ogboinbiri crisis: Diri sacks paramount ruler, chiefs appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has publicly confirmed unanimous backing from its 54 member associations for Gianni Infantino’s re-election as FIFA president. The 56-year-old football chief, who replaced Sepp Blatter at the head of world football’s governing body in 2016, is up for re-election in 2027 with a view to overseeing another four-year cycle […]

‎ ‎There is great joy in the family of actors Lateef Adedimeji and his wife, Bimpe Oyebade, known as Mo Bimpe, who have welcomed triplets. ‎ ‎The couple disclosed this morning, May 1, on their Instagram page. There had been speculation about Mo Bimpe giving birth for about a month now, but there was no […]

Ankinyele, who is also the Group Executive and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Coronation Group, stressed the importance of building trust and organisational clarity as foundations for sustainable success. The post The Platform: Your Greatest Advantage Comes From People Who Make Ideas Happen — Ngozi Akinyele appeared first on Channels Television.

Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri sacks a monarch and dissolves community leadership in Ogboinbiri over a violent crisis leading to loss of life and property. Read More: https://punchng.com/diri-sacks-monarch-chiefs-youth-groups-over-violent-bayelsa-crisis/

As Nigeria mark the 2026 May Day, the Labour Party has called on people in authority to intensify efforts toward improving the welfare of Nigerian workers. The party noted that since its registration in 2003, its identity and ideals have remained firmly rooted in the struggles and aspirations of the Nigerian worker. “We use this […] May Day 2026: Intensify efforts toward improving welfare of workers – LP to Nigerian govt

Maduka was handed a six-month suspension without salary following accusations of engaging in “practices grossly unbecoming” of a priest ordained in the Anglican Communion. The post Anglican church suspends Anambra priest over alleged staged miracles appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, saying Nigerian workers are facing increasing hardship as a result of reforms that have worsened living conditions across the country. In a Workers’ Day message posted on Friday via his X handle, Atiku said the 2026 celebration was not one of joy, but […] Workers’ Day: Atiku faults Nigerian government over worsening economic hardship

A social media post by commentator Daniel Regha has stirred fresh debate online after he took a swipe at Afrobeats star Davido over public references to his family’s wealth, igniting conversations about privilege and poverty in Nigeria. In the post shared on X, Regha argued that Davido “is always quick to brag about his dad wealth or success, or use the […]

Governor Alex Otti asserts the Labour Party will independently field its own presidential candidate for 2027, rejecting ties to the Ibadan summit discussions.

Troops of 159 Battalion have arrested two suspected terrorists during a stop-and-search operation in Yobe State. A counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, made this known in a statement posted on X. He said that the suspects, identified as Dahiru Mohammed, 40, and Ismail Adamu, 34, both natives of Geidam, […] Troops arrest two suspected terrorists in Yobe, recover items

Troops of 403 Amphibious Brigade, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, CJTF, have recovered arms and ammunition during a clearance operation along a major supply route in Borno State. This was made known in a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region. […] Troops recover rifle, ammunition during clearance operation in Borno

Singer Davido celebrates his wife Chioma's birthday with heartfelt posts, praising her impact on his life and sharing luxury gifts, capturing fans' emotions.

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has raised alarm over changing patterns of infectious disease outbreaks across the continent, warning that transmission hotspots are no longer static. The agency said diseases such as Mpox and cholera are increasingly moving across national boundaries, driven by population movement and gaps in cross-border surveillance. […]

The Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission, NCPC, has promised to subsidise travel cost for intending Christian Pilgrims Federal Commissioner of NCPC, representing the North-Central, Simon Dolly, disclosed this when he visited the Plateau Pilgrims Board in Jos. He said the Federal Government would augment the cost of travel as a subsidy to pilgrims. Dolly noted that […] Nigerian govt promises subsidy for Christian pilgrims

The Obidient Movement urges the FG to approve the NLC’s demand for a higher minimum wage, citing rising inflation and economic hardship for Nigerian worker Read More: https://punchng.com/obidients-back-nlc-on-higher-minimum-wage/

Local government workers in Borno State protest the non-implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage, citing economic hardship and demanding fair payment. Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-lg-workers-protest-unpaid-minimum-wage/

Rivers Governor Fubara praises NLC & TUC for promoting industrial harmony in Rivers State through dialogue, assuring workers of continued welfare support. Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-hails-nlc-tuc-for-promoting-industrial-harmony-in-rivers/

This practice, often described as forum shopping or multiplicity of actions, is neither new nor subtle. It manifests most visibly during election cycles and party disputes, when litigants rush to different courts seeking favourable rulings or conflicting interim orders.

May Day! May Day!! May Day!!! The desperate calls from Chicago, United States workers in 1886, taken up by workers of the world, now sounds more desperate. But the world seems to have gone deaf with the May Day calls becoming almost inaudible. In fact, the US, the country from which May Day emanated, does not […]

With no unified interpretation emerging, the PDP now faces renewed uncertainty over its national leadership structure, further intensifying one of its most severe internal crises in recent years.

The Customs Officers’ Wives Association leads a Kebbi tree planting drive, adding 100 trees and donating waste bins to promote a cleaner ecosystem. Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-officers-wives-plant-1000-trees-in-kebbi/