Bala Mohammed, Governor of Bauchi State, has said the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) will not attempt to rig election results during the 2027 elections. Mohammed also stated that the APM would resist any attempt to rig its candidates out of victory in the 2027 polls. He spoke at the Bauchi Government House during the affirmation […] 2027: ‘We won’t rig, we won’t be rigged out’ — Bala Mohammed

MASSOB had recently directed churches in the South-east to hold memorial and thanksgiving services on Sunday, 31 May, in honour of deceased victims of the civil war, which happened from 1967 to 1970. The post Army, MASSOB set for showdown over Biafra memorial service appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining peace, unity and harmonious coexistence among religious groups and across ethnic nationalities in the state. Kefas made the call on Friday while receiving the leadership of the Muslim Council of Nigeria, Wukari chapter, who paid him a Sallah homage at the TY […]

Throws Shade At APC Chieftains Maligning Civil Servants The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Ajibola Basiru, has urged APC members in Osun State to work hard to ensure the party’s success in the August 15 gubernatorial election. Basiru said the victory of the APC candidate, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, would pave the way […] The post 2027: Your Tickets Are ‘Bread Labels’ If Oyebamiji Fails To Win – Basiru Tells National, State Assembly Candidates appeared first on OsunDefender.

Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his commitment to the “Rivers First” philosophy, saying it remains the guiding principle behind his administration’s policies and programmes over the past three years. In a goodwill message marking the third anniversary of his administration, Fubara said his focus has been to prioritise the wellbeing of residents […]

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has sounded a note of warning to owners of Event Centres, Hotels and other public buildings in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to stop offering their facilities for use by entities it called ‘illegal organisations’ The FCTA noted that allocations of lands in the FCT are strictly to carry […]

The Accord on Friday conducted its National Assembly primaries across the nine federal constituencies and three senatorial districts in Osun State. The exercise, which was conducted through a consensus arrangement, took place in different locations across the state and was attended by party leaders, delegates, and supporters who gathered to witness the emergence of candidates for the […] Accord conducts primaries for NASS members through consensus in Osun

Bashir el-Rufai, the son of the former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir el-Rufai, has announced the end of his marriage to his first wife, Halima Nwakaego Kazaure. The couple married in November 2020 during a traditional wedding ceremony in Abuja. Bashir shared the news of his divorce on the social media platform X while interacting […]

The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has given two major reasons why people join terrorists group. According to Musa, people join terrorists group because they were deceived into thinking that they were fighting for God and also because they were poor, and they felt that was the only way they could have money. The Minister […] Why people join terrorist groups – Nigeria’s Defence Minister Musa 

Nigerian Correctional Service dismisses claims that officials robbed Abba Kyari and Tunde Ayeni during a routine search at Kuje prison. NCoS insists the op Read More: https://punchng.com/ncos-dismisses-claims-officials-robbed-abba-kyari-tunde-ayeni-in-kuje-custodial-centre/

The PDP accused FCT Minister Wike of threatening to close the venue for Jonathan's ratification ceremony in Abuja, sparking political tensions ahead of the event.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday commissioned a high‑capacity compressed natural gas (CNG) booster station in Jahi, Abuja, as part of a public/private sector drive to expand gas infrastructure, deepen utilisation and reduce dependence on conventional fuels across Nigeria. The facility, developed by Rolling Energy Limited with support from the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure […]

APGA officials said real-time results were declared as counted on the spot, but were later cancelled, and another set of results was declared with frivolous figures awarded to the person who lost. The post 2027: Constituents protest outcome of APGA primary election in Anambra appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has expressed concern over what it described as a surge in kidnappings, killings and other violent crimes in the state, blaming Governor Seyi Makinde for worsening insecurity and what it called poor leadership and “political showmanship.” In a statement issued on Friday by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale […]

By Prof Uche Uwaleke As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks three years in office on May 29, 2026, Nigeria stands at a defining moment in its economic and political history. The journey of the last thirty-six months has been difficult, controversial in some respects, but undeniably transformational in many fundamental ways. Rarely has any administration [...]

A 2027 presidential aspirant on the platform of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA), Abisayo Busari-Akinnadeju, has resigned her membership of the party, accusing its leadership of blocking a fair and competitive presidential primary. In a resignation letter addressed to the party’s national chairman in Akure on Friday, Busari-Akinnadeju said the party abandoned its democratic principles […]

The Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA) has rolled out proactive measures to mitigate flooding and protect residents in vulnerable communities ahead of the peak rainy season. The agency said it is intensifying preparedness efforts to prevent recurring flood disasters across the state, including planned relocation of residents in high-risk riverine areas to safer locations. […]

Gombe, in the suit, is seeking an order restraining Sen. David Mark, the embattled National Chairman of ADC; Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, the National Secretary, and members of their interim National Working Committee (NWC) from parading themselves as the party’s leaders.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday commissioned a modern Infertility and Assisted Reproductive Technology Centre at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, in a move aimed at strengthening reproductive healthcare and addressing infertility challenges in Nigeria, particularly in the North-East. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Tinubu described the facility as a milestone […]

Arrays of beautifully adorned men, women, youths, and cultural enthusiasts from all walks of life on Friday thronged the ancient town of Ijebu-Ode for the 2026 Ojude-Oba Festival, transforming the city into a vibrant panorama of colour, glamour, heritage, and tradition. The annual cultural celebration came alive with spectacular horse-riding processions, richly embroidered attires, rhythmic traditional music, […] Culture, colours, heritage dazzle at 2026 Ojude-Oba festival as Abiodun celebrates unity

The National Union of Teachers (NUT) in Oyo State on Friday staged a peaceful protest in Ibadan over the abduction of students and teachers in Orire Local Government Area, demanding urgent action from authorities to secure their release. The protest followed the kidnapping of more than 40 students and teachers during an attack on schools […]

Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has appealed to the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to put aside personal grievances and support his administration’s efforts to promote peace, unity and development under the “New Kano” agenda. Speaking on Friday during the annual Hawan Nassarawa ceremony, Yusuf said the interests of Kano State […]

Jose Mourinho is back at Real Madrid, signing a three-year deal as head coach. Discover how Mourinho’s return aims to restore the club’s glory. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-madrid-appoint-mourinho-on-three-year-contract/

Protests erupted in Ibadan, Oyo state, on Friday, over the kidnapping of teachers and schoolchildren by Boko Haram, triggering widespread outrage.

FirstHoldCo says it is strengthening its capital base to drive value creation and enhance shareholder returns. The post FirstHoldCo secures shareholder approval for ₦1 trillion capital base appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Jose Mourinho has signed a three-year deal to become Real Madrid’s new head coach. This marks a dramatic return to the Santiago Bernabeu more than a decade after his first spell in charge of the Spanish giants. BBC Sport reports that the Portuguese manager will not be officially unveiled until after the club’s presidential election […] LaLiga: Mourinho signs three-year contract with Real Madrid

Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has warned against complacency ahead of Nigeria’s second-leg FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Guinea, insisting his side remains fully focused despite holding a commanding first-leg advantage. Nigeria’s U-17 girls will host Guinea on Sunday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo, seeking to complete the job and secure […]

Iran has highlighted three key points related to the ongoing ceasefire talks with the United States. The Speaker of Iran’s parliament and the head of the country’s negotiating team, Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, in a statement posted on social media, said talking does not get them concession but missiles do. Ghalibaf stated that Iran does not trust […] Ceasefire: Iran highlights key points in ongoing talks with US

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics, ASUP, Federal Polytechnic Ngodo Isuochi Chapter Abia State, has threatened to drag the management of the institution to anti-graft agencies including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, ICPC, over suspected channeling of borehole project funds into a personal account. This was part […] ASUP threatens to drag poly management to EFCC, ICPC over alleged funds diversion

A boy who wrote UTME multiple times celebrated as UI offered him admission to study law. He mentioned the JAMB score and post-UTME mark he used to secure admission.

A video making the rounds on social media captured the moment a lady displayed the item that she received from her grandfather before he died. Netizens reacted.

The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oke-Ogun community in Abeokuta North Local Government area of Ogun State, Ifekayode Akinbode, has asserted that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the state has resorted to blackmail and divisive propaganda due to fears of imminent electoral defeat. According to him, the party is descending into […] Ogun 2027: APC chieftain accuses PDP of blackmail, propaganda over fear of defeat

A 19-year-old blogger has been arraigned in Lagos for cyberstalking and defamatory posts against UBA Chairman Tony Elumelu. The blogger pleaded not guilty. Read More: https://punchng.com/blogger-arraigned-over-defamatory-post-against-elumelu/

As wives, some say: “Your salary is for the family; mine is for myself.” As mothers, some also say: “Sons forget home after marriage, but daughters never do.” That contradiction came to mind after reading actress Regina Daniels’ recent outburst about desperately wanting a female child because “girls remember home.” Funny how today’s expectations from […]

The Resident doctors listed their demand to include immediate expansion of call-duty meal allocations, suspension of identity card charges, reversal of the correspondence directive, and urgent rehabilitation of residential quarters vacated by resident doctors within the institution.

Paulinus Okon has been named Nigeria National League, NNL, side Akwa United player of the season, DAILY POST reports. The midfielder helped the Promise Keepers finish second in NNL Conference A during the 2025-26 campaign.  He scored four goals for the club during the season. Okon was rewarded with a sum of N1 million as […] NNL: Okon named Akwa United’s Player of the Season