President Tinubu urges faster delivery of attack helicopters for Nigeria to bolster security operations and counterterrorism efforts across the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-urges-quick-delivery-of-attack-helicopters-for-security-operations/

Destiny Boy’s father opened up about grief and abandonment after the singer’s tragic death. His video sparked reactions online as many compared him to Baba Mohbad

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that there is no ambiguity over the identity of ISIS commander, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, who was killed during a joint military operation involving the United States Africa Command on May 16, 2026.   The Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, gave the clarification on Saturday amid public debate […]

Algerian club USM Alger defeated Egyptian side Zamalek SC 8-7 on penalties in Cairo on Saturday to win the CAF Confederation Cup for the second time.

Iran and the US cut diplomatic ties in 1980 and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas. The post Iran confirms squad heading to Turkey for World Cup preparation appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Barr. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections.   Onyejeocha, who represented the constituency for 16 years before joining President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet in 2023, secured the party’s ticket unopposed. She polled […]

Venuum, Dubai-based luxury car customisation shop, also known as Venuum Black, has announced the creation of a bespoke carbon fiber widebody kit for Burna Boy’s multi-million dollar Bugatti Chiron. The post Burna Boy to own world’s first Widebody Bugatti Chiron appeared first on Vanguard News.

Alonso led Bayer Leverkusen to their maiden Bundesliga title with a remarkable unbeaten campaign in 2023/24. The post Alonso Set For Appointment As Chelsea Manager – Reports appeared first on Channels Television.

A section of the Muhammad Sidi Bage Federal Secretariat Complex in Lafia, Nasarawa State, was on Saturday engulfed by fire, causing panic among workers and visitors.   The fire reportedly started around 4:00 p.m. from an office located on the second floor of the three-storey building, sending thick smoke billowing from the affected area.   […]

The first flight of "third-country deportees" will arrive Sierra Leone on May 20, transporting ​25 nationals from Nigeria and other countries The post Sierra Leone takes in Nigerians deported by US appeared first on Vanguard News.

Fd Eight out of 11 All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives aspirants in Jigawa State have emerged unopposed following the party’s primary elections held across the 27 local government areas of the state ahead of the 2027 general elections.   The exercise, which was conducted peacefully, recorded a high turnout of party members across […]

The President spoke on Thursday, during a meeting with a delegation from Airbus, led by Head of Regional Business Growth Africa and the Middle East, Thierry Cloutet, on the sidelines of the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda. The post Security: Tinubu urges quick delivery of attack helicopters appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Manchester United and England football star David Beckham has become the first British sportsman to reach billionaire status, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.

Sokoto police arrest two suspected bandit informants and terrorism financiers, recovering 97 rustled livestock in separate successful operations. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-suspected-bandit-informants-recover-97-livestock-in-sokoto/

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has been returned unopposed as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Zaria Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections.   The development followed an affirmation exercise conducted simultaneously across the 13 electoral wards of the constituency, where registered party members endorsed his candidacy.   […]

Stakeholders in Lagos State have called for stronger policies and coordinated action to address the growing threat of lead poisoning and reduce public exposure to toxic substances across the state. The call was made during a three-day stakeholders’ workshop organised by Resolve to Save Lives (RSTL) in partnership with the Lagos State Government. The workshop […] Lagos, stakeholders seek stronger policies on lead poisoning prevention

A MAGA influencer and her boyfriend have been charged over an alleged racially motivated assault at a London transit station.   According to British Transport Police, Melissa Rein Lively, a supporter of President Donald Trump’s Make America Great Again movement, and Philipp Ostermann are facing charges tied to an incident that allegedly took place at […]

Former Premier League referee, Mark Clattenburg, has explained why Chelsea saw two penalty claimed waved off, in their 1-0 defeat to Manchester City in the FA Cup final on Saturday. Antoine Semenyo’s clever finish was the only goal at Wembley, as City claimed a domestic double. But the game could have had a different outcome if […] FA Cup: Why VAR denied Chelsea two penalties in 1-0 defeat to Man City

She expressed excitement about the growing number of female producers, directors, and filmmakers in Nigeria’s film industry. The post Genevieve Calls For Greater African Film Industry Collaboration appeared first on Channels Television.

A prominent and popular cleric in the southern parts of the country has sent a strong warning to former President Goodluck Jonathan about the 2027 elections.

Borno State governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has commended the peaceful and orderly conduct of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary elections across the state.   Zulum gave the commendation on Saturday while speaking with journalists after supervising the APC primary election for Gubio, Kaga and Magumeri Federal Constituency in Magumeri town. […]

The campaign team of Kogi West senatorial aspirant Abubakar Zakari Ola, alleged Saturday that political actors plan to harass, intimidate and impersonate supporters ahead of the APC senatorial primary scheduled for Monday.   Speaking at a news conference in Lokoja, Yahaya Maiyaki of the campaign’s media directorate said the group had received “credible intelligence” that […]

The Court of Appeal affirmed the two-year prison sentence imposed on George Turnah for failing to fully disclose his assets to the EFCC. The post Appeal Court upholds conviction of ex-NDDC MD’s aide for non-disclosure of assets appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Apprehension gripped Bomadi, headquarters of Bomadi Local Government Area, and environs over the weekend, as violence disrupted the electoral proceedings of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primaries at the collation centre due to irregularities in the election processes. The post 2027: Violence, irregularities mar APC reps primaries in Bomadi appeared first on Vanguard News.

A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Yobe State and senator representing Yobe South, Ibrahim Bomai, has withdrawn from the 2027 governorship race. Bomai announced his decision in a statement issued on Saturday after consultations with party stakeholders, political associates, and supporters across the state. He said the decision followed extensive discussions […] 2027: Yobe APC governorship aspirant, Bomai withdraws from race

The Centre for Peace, Transparency and Accountability (CPTA), alongside a coalition of over 50 civil society organisations (CSOs), has raised concern over the increasing activities of unqualified contractors, widespread use of substandard building materials, corruption in procurement processes, and persistent disregard for approved construction standards across the country.   The coalition warned that these practices […]

Rev. Joshua Adams led Christians in Niger state in prayers for Senator Sani Musa, Governor Bago and President Tinubu ahead of party primaries and 2027 elections.

Six suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have been killed after an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) they were allegedly assembling detonated prematurely in Marte Local Government Area of Borno State.   Security sources said the incident occurred at about 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Jubilaram, where the suspected […]

Former Spain midfielder, Xabi Alonso, is expected to be announced on Sunday and will begin his new role on July 1. According to GiveMeSport, Alonso will carry the title of ‘manager’ not head coach. This is in recognition of his experience and track record, including winning the Bundesliga with Leverkusen. Alonso is viewed as calm, tactical and capable […] EPL: Chelsea to announce Xabi Alonso as new manager on Sunday

A female aspirant for the House of Representatives seat for the Jalingo/Yorro/Zing Federal Constituency in Taraba State, Liya Samuel Lucy, has expressed concern over the failure of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to conduct its primary election scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026. Lucy alleged that she and other party members across the state waited throughout […] APC female aspirant demands clarification over failure to conduct Taraba Reps primaries

A total of 1,376 APC members across the 13 wards in Zaria federal constituency of Kaduna affirmed the speaker as the party’s flagbearer, while the party members across the 13 wards in Bende federal constituency of Abia affirmed the candidacy of the deputy speaker. The post Speaker Abbas, Deputy Kalu win APC primaries unopposed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered free medical treatment for victims fom a building collapse in Abuja on Saturday.   LEADERSHIP reports that five people died in the incident with about 11 injured survivors while others were trapped in the rubbles.   Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, Mandate Secretary, FCT Health […]

A judge in France is set to probe the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi after rights groups filed a complaint against Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, commonly called MBS. Khashoggi, a columnist for The Washington Post and a critic of MBS, was assassinated in 2018 in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, Turkey, while on […] French judge to probe journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s killing

Across many states where the exercise was conducted, both elected and consensus candidates emerged in various federal constituencies. The post Candidates Emerge As APC Holds House Of Reps Primaries Across States appeared first on Channels Television.

The FCT Emergency Management Department said its search and rescue teams had by Saturday evening recovered 16 persons from the debris The post Survivor pulled from rubble 9 hours after Abuja building collapsed appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Commander of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Michael Akaliro, has reaffirmed the brigade’s commitment to providing adequate security support for critical national activities in Taraba State. General Akaliro gave the assurance on Friday during separate courtesy visits by delegations from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the […] 6 Brigade reaffirms security support for WAEC, INEC activities in Taraba