Tension has again gripped residents of the Byazhin Across area of Kubwa in the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, following a fresh kidnapping incident that left a local vigilante member dead and four residents abducted. DAILY POST gathered that the gunmen stormed the community behind the Catholic Church area around 1:00 […] Abuja: Gunmen kill vigilante, abduct child, three Others in Kubwa

Nasarawa State governor, Abdullahi Sule, has moved to ease post-primary tensions within the All Progressives Congress (APC), urging aggrieved aspirants who lost out in the party’s recently concluded primaries to accept the outcome in good faith and embrace reconciliation. Speaking at a meeting with the affected aspirants on Thursday in Lafia, the governor acknowledged that […]

June 04, (THEWILL) — Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has increased its crude oil processing capacity to 700,000 barrels per day (bpd) in a performance test conducted by the Process Licensors, marking a significant milestone in the facility’s operational expansion and further cementing its position as the world’s Largest Single Train Petroleum Refinery. The increase […] The post Dangote Refinery Ramps Up to 700,000 Barrels Per Day, Strengthening Africa’s Energy Landscape appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Sokoto State Police Command has repelled an attack by armed bandits on Imasa Matankari village in Tureta Local Government Area and recovered 25 cattle earlier rustled during the assault. The operation was carried out by the Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) and Anti-Kidnapping Unit, in collaboration with other security agencies, including the Army […]

The Niger State Police Command has arrested six suspects in connection with a violent clash between rival youth groups in Minna that left two persons dead following the recent Salah celebrations. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, saying the suspects were apprehended in connection with thuggery […] Two killed as rival youth groups clash in Minna, six arrested

The Nigeria Police Force, FCT Command, has dismissed reports of an alleged kidnapping incident at Phase 1 Primary School, Gbagalape, Abuja, describing the viral claim as false and misleading. The report, which circulated online, had claimed that a kidnapping was taking place at the school on Thursday, June 4, 2026, sparking panic among residents and […]

Men of the Kwara State Police Command have arrested a suspected kidnapping gang leader linked to a series of abductions across communities in the northern part of the state, and recovered two AK-47 rifles loaded with ammunition. The suspect, Umar Abubakar, popularly known as “Manti,” was arrested following intelligence-led operations carried out by the Command’s […]

Dangote-backed MRS filling stations have reduced their petrol price to N1,318 per litre, making it cheaper than prices offered by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other marketers. Checks by DAILY POST on Thursday showed that MRS dropped its fuel price from N1,360 to N1,318 per litre across its retail outlets in Abuja. The price […]  MRS filling stations reduce petrol to N1318/litre

NDDC MD, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, explains why international oil companies are divesting from Nigeria, citing court judgments and compensation payments. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-international-oil-companies-are-leaving-nigeria-nddc-md/

The presidency has announced a major development on the VeryDarkMan (VDM)'s edited video that tackled President Bola Tinubu amid kidnapped controversy.

Consumers have welcomed the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission’s (NERC) decision to grant a 20 per cent refund for recent power shortfalls, calling the move a long-overdue recognition of their losses. While the refund has been praised as a necessary immediate relief, the consumers however urged for a swift, coordinated action to address the underlying causes […]

Social media users shared an image of a patient receiving a drip in the back of an open vehicle as evidence of Nigeria’s “failed healthcare system." The post Image of patient on drip in an open vehicle, not from Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Bauchi State High Court No. 2 has dismissed a suit challenging the governorship primary of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and awarded a total cost of N2 million against the claimant, Barrister Idrees Gambo. In its ruling delivered on Thursday, Justice Kunaza Hamidu struck out Suit No. BA/181/2026 filed against the PRP, its governorship candidate, […] Bauchi court dismisses PRP primary suit, awards N2m costs

The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, has secured two landmark judgments at the Federal High Court, Abuja, leading to the permanent forfeiture of assets valued at over N2 billion linked to financial fraud and money laundering. The ruling, delivered by Justice Emeka Nwite, granted the forfeiture of assets belonging […]

The federal government has called for the adoption of inclusive and human-centred artificial intelligence (AI) policies to safeguard workers’ rights, reduce the risk of job losses, and ensure that technological advancement does not come at the expense of decent employment. Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Muhammad Dingyadi, made the call on Thursday during the […]

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe (SAN), has expressed concern about the increasing use of strict and difficult bail conditions for people facing criminal charges.

Prophet Isa El-Buba, convener of the Initiative for a Better and Brighter Nigeria, has urged Nigerians to reject vote buying and political inducement ahead of the 2027 general elections, while declaring support for Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo. He made the declaration at an SDP gathering of party faithful in Bauchi […]

The House of Representatives has directed government agencies to stop rejecting NYSC corps members, warning the trend undermines national service objective Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-rejecting-corps-members-reps-tell-govt-agencies/

The Federal Government has moved closer to establishing state police, with the Presidency revealing that work on the constitutional framework is nearing completion after months of consultations involving key stakeholders.

Four NYSC members, a soldier and another passenger were killed after a military vehicle collided with a commercial bus that caught fire in Adamawa State.

Opta's supercomputer has predicted the 32 teams that will progress to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including the best third-placed teams.

The League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland has called for divine intervention following the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, expressing deep concern over the rising insecurity in parts of the South-West and across Nigeria. The clerics said they had commenced special prayers, supplications and spiritual engagements […]

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has downplayed the influence of the “Rainbow Coalition,” a political movement associated with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party said the movement, which has been described in some political circles as a dominant force in Rivers […]

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian doctor shared her experience in the United Kingdom. Netizens reacted.

The APC pledges peaceful, issue-based campaigns for the upcoming Ekiti and Osun elections, with the UK deploying observers to monitor the polls. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-pledges-peaceful-campaigns-in-ekiti-osun/

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed a face-to-face meeting with Vladimir Putin in an open letter to the Russian leader Thursday, saying he was also ready for a "full ceasefire". The post Zelensky proposes face-to-face meeting in open letter to Putin appeared first on Vanguard News.

The senior lawyer warned that legal action would be instituted against the Attorney-General if steps are not taken to recover the funds. The post Falana Asks FG To Recover $120.5bn, N66.4bn From NNPCL, Oil Firms appeared first on Channels Television.

DeeOne criticises gospel singer Yinka Alaseyori for apologising over her comments on insecurity, stating her actions were driven by public pressure rather.

The controversy surrounding a viral AI-generated audio clip falsely attributed to President Bola Tinubu has taken a dramatic turn, with the Nigeria Police Force reportedly arresting a suspect believed to be behind the fabrication and circulation of the recording.

Rural residents of Ikot Okpok in Edemaya clan, Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, have raised concerns over the deteriorating condition of an abandoned road project, saying it has become a major barrier preventing pupils from accessing schools and worsening the growing number of out-of-school children in the area. The residents said […]

Resident doctors in Ogun begin a three-day strike after a burglary at their quarters, demanding improved security measures at the Federal Medical Centre, I Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-resident-doctors-begin-three-day-strike-over-burglary-at-quarters/

It noted that members of the private sector will dominate the council, rather than government representatives.  The post Cybersecurity: FG Explains Plan For New Ministerial Advisory Council appeared first on Channels Television.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has released the updated campaign committees of the Ekiti State govership election. This is contained in a statement posted on official X handle of the party. According to the statement, the inauguration of the committee is fixed for Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at the APC National Secretariat, Abuja. The committe has Kaduna […] APC releases updated campaign committees for Ekiti gov’ship election

The United Nations has warned that weapons looted during the 2011 conflict in Libya have resurfaced in the hands of extremist groups operating in Nigeria and across the wider Sahel region, fueling ongoing insecurity in West Africa. The disclosure was made by Izumi Nakamitsu, UN Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, while addressing delegates […]

The Presidency on Thursday met with the leadership of the National Assembly and the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu, to fine-tune the framework for the establishment of state police amid the heightened security situation in the country. The post Insecurity: Presidency, IGP, lawmakers meet over establishment of state police appeared first on Vanguard News.

An outbreak of violence between farmers and herders in Bauchi state has claimed the lives of at least seven people. The clash between the two groups happened in Lanzai Dosho villages, Darazo local government area of Southern part of the north East State. The violent clash, which occurred on Monday, 4th June 2026 at about […] The post Farmer-herder clash in Bauchi leaves seven dead appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.