Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has banned the use of unauthorised Igbo traditional titles like Ezeigbo outside Igboland to preserve cultural order and prevent t Read More: https://punchng.com/ohanaeze-bans-use-of-unauthorised-traditional-titles-outside-igboland/

Marlon and Shawn Wayans have signalled that a sequel to their beloved 2004 comedy White Chicks is firmly on the cards, with the brothers expressing strong enthusiasm for bringing the fan-favourite film back to the big screen. The original film, directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, followed disgraced FBI agents Marcus and Kevin, played by Marlon […]

Three passengers have died following the derailment of a train on the Warri–Itakpe Train Service on Monday. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident, noting that emergency response teams and other relevant authorities were already at the scene to manage the situation and provide assistance. “The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirms that an incident […]

The Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a gun-running syndicate allegedly connected to the recovery of an illegal Beretta pistol in Effurun, Uvwie local government area. Delta State Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, during a press briefing in Asaba, said the suspects were apprehended during intelligence-led operations carried out in Bayelsa […] Police arrest four suspects over gun-running in Delta  

The Nigerian Senate is set to consider amendments to the 1999 Constitution for the establishment of state police this week. Learn more about the State Poli Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-to-consider-state-police-bill-tuesday/

It said that its response team is collaborating with the NRC, security agencies, and other relevant stakeholders to provide necessary assistance. The post Train Derailment: NEMA Deploys Emergency Response Team To Delta appeared first on Channels Television.

INEC had scheduled a by-election for Enugu North District for 20 June following the death of Okey Ezea, the senator representing the district in the red chamber. The post Labour Party sues INEC over exclusion from Enugu senatorial by-election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Atta Igala and President of the Kogi State Council of Chiefs, His Royal Majesty Mathew Alaji Opaluwa Oguche Akpa II, has urged youths in Kogi State and across Nigeria to embrace technology and digital innovation as key drivers of personal development and national growth. He made the call during the inaugural induction ceremony of […]

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has unveiled Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as the running mate to its governorship candidate, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, ahead of the 2027 governorship election.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a self-styled native doctor, Olorunbukunmi Taiwo, and his wife, Awolegan Omolola Omotola, before a Federal High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti over an alleged N1.09 billion contract scam. The couple were arraigned by the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC before Justice Abubakar Usman on a six-count […] Native doctor, wife arraigned over alleged N1.09bn contract scam in Ekiti

New Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, is eyeing two players from the Premier League. Mourinho told senior officials at the Spanish club that the team’s defence is their weakness. Marca reports that the former Chelsea and Manchester United boss wants to build a more solid, reliable defense with sufficient options to face a long season. […] LaLiga: Mourinho tells Real Madrid to sign two Premier League players

The UN human rights office expresses deep concern over credible reports of killings, abductions, and sexual violence targeting religious minorities in Nige Read More: https://punchng.com/un-raise-the-alarm-over-killings-abductions-in-nigeria/

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, says he has evidence that the African Democratic Congress, ADC, primary election was rigged. Featuring in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television on Monday, Lawal said he was in the field and monitored the exercise. He said whatever the supporters […] I have evidence ADC primary was rigged – Babachir Lawal insists

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has moved to re-arraign three senior officials of the National Assembly over an alleged N337.06 million fraud, but the process was stalled on Monday following preliminary objections raised by the defence before a Federal Capital Territory High Court in Jikwoyi, Abuja. The defendants are Aishatu Bappa El-Nafaty, Director of Public […] EFCC re-arraigns three National Assembly directors in alleged N337m fraud case

“The fight against terror is not only a military operation,” he wrote. “It is a national duty. Citizens must support our security forces by providing timely, useful information.” The post Tinubu urges Nigerians to support security forces with intelligence appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will officially begin the commissioning of several high-impact legacy infrastructure projects across the nation’s capital on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, as part of his third anniversary celebrations. Speaking with newsmen during a high-level site verification tour to assess final […] President Tinubu begins project commissioning in Abuja Tuesday

BUA Group dissociates from a viral AI-generated video featuring its Chairman, Abdulsamad Rabiu, promoting a fraudulent investment scheme. BUA warns the pub Read More: https://punchng.com/bua-disowns-ai-investment-video-warns-public/

No fewer than three passengers were feared dead on Monday evening after the Warri-Itakpe train reportedly derailed in Agbor, Delta State. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident in a statement signed by its Managing Director, Mr. Kayode Opeifa. The post 3 passengers feared dead as Warri-Itakpe train derails appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Who is Princess Misty? Uncover the real story behind the YouTube star, from her raw teenage pranks and high-energy challenges to young motherhood.

The Super Eagles will not be at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a painful reality for a nation that has become one of Africa's most consistent producers of football talent. The post Meet the strongest ‘Nigerian’ XI that will be at 2026 World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.

Esan Professionals are committed to accelerating development in Esanland through education and social interventions. Learn about their fundraising and scho Read More: https://punchng.com/professionals-target-education-social-interventions-in-edo-central/

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Award-winning Somali referee Omar Artan, who is set to become the first official from his country to referee at a FIFA World Cup finals, was denied entry into the United States, a Somali sports ministry official said on Monday. The reason for Artan’s denial at Miami International Airport was not immediately [...]

The League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland disowns groups promoting division, hatred, and extremism, reaffirming its commitment to Islamic unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/yoruba-imams-disown-groups-promoting-division/

The Senate will this week begin consideration of constitutional amendments aimed at paving the way for the establishment of state police, in what lawmakers describe as a decisive step toward addressing the country's growing security challenges.

  Director-General of the Tinubu Support Group, TSG, Dr. Umar Tanko Yakassai has urged Nigerian to give President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the opportunity to continue his transformation agenda for the country by voting him back into office come 2027. Speaking The post Why we support Tinubu for second term, say Yakassai, Anyanwu appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

As part of its coordinated efforts to flush out bandits and other criminal elements in the state, the Zamfara State Police Command said its operatives have neutralised three bandits in Jangebe community, Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State. A statement by the police spokesperson, DSP Yazid Abubakar, said a joint security team comprising […] Police neutralise three bandits in Zamfara

Kebbi State extends the retirement age for medical and veterinary doctors to 65, and service years to 40, to address manpower shortages and improve healthc Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-extends-retirement-age-for-medical-vet-doctors-to-65/

Randrianirina met with Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday during his visit to Nigeria. The post [PHOTOS] Tinubu Receives Madagascar President Randrianirina appeared first on Channels Television.

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have allegedly killed two serving personnel of the Nigerian Army in the Mowe/Ibafo axis of Obafemi-Owode local government area of Ogun State. The bandits were said to have opened fire on the Army personnel in the early hours of Monday in what many eyewitnesses described as a surprise attack. Though […]

Disturbed by the increasing level of terrorism and banditry in the country, the Senate has declared that it will consider the amendments to the 1999 Constitution to provide for the establishment of State Police in the country this week. The post Senate to consider bill on state police this week – Senate Leader appeared first on Vanguard News.

The global push for African diaspora recognition reached a new milestone as UK Member of Parliament, Dame Chi Onwurah; international entrepreneur, Dr. Rex Tonye Idaminabo and entertainment mogul Dr. King Smade were conferred with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the historic The post Idaminabo, Onwurah, Smade honoured at Afriball launch in UK appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

APC also constituted a number of subcommittees responsible for election planning and management. The post Ekiti 2026: APC to inaugurate national campaign council, names chair, co-chair appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Junior Chamber International (JCI) Aberdeen has commemorated a significant milestone, hosting its 70th annual Presidents’ Court to formally usher in its new leadership and celebrate the chapter’s enduring legacy. The formal dinner, a cornerstone event in the organization’s annual calendar, The post JCI Aberdeen Marks 70th Presidents’ Court, Welcomes New Local Leadership appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigeria’s Power Minister, Joseph Tegbe, assures citizens of steady electricity reforms and emerging gains, highlighting revived power plants and strengthen Read More: https://punchng.com/power-minister-vows-steady-reforms-says-electricity-gains-emerging/

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially inaugurated Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power and Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. The ceremony was held on Monday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja and was attended by family members of the appointees, cabinet members and other top government officials. The appointments followed vacancies […] Tinubu swears in new Ministers for Power, Foreign Affairs

Kwara State Government announces free online registration for the 2026 secondary school placement exam. Primary 6 pupils can register through their schools Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-begins-free-online-registration-for-2026-secondary-school-placement-exam/