From the reaction to the report on social media, the framing of the headline misled many into believing that complaints about high cost of electricity in Abia is a state-wide phenomenon On Sunday, the Vanguard newspaper published a report about the cost of electricity in Abia State. According to the report, the residents of the […] The post Fact Check: Are complaints of high electricity tariffs in Abia a state-wide issue appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The victim alleged that the suspect threatened her with dire consequences if she disclosed the incident to anyone. The post 23-Year-Old Man Arrested For Defiling Teenager In Ondo appeared first on Channels Television.

The Kano State Police Command successfully reunited a missing teenager, previously thought to be a foreign national, with his family after a thorough inves Read More: https://punchng.com/police-reunite-missing-teenager-with-family-in-kano/

Get the latest Arsenal team news ahead of their Champions League clash. Declan Rice and Gabriel Magalhães return to training, but Bukayo Saka is absent. Read More: https://punchng.com/ucl-arsenals-rice-gabriel-return-to-training-saka-absent/

The police, in another statement on Monday, said the matter has been resolved and that the teenager has been reunited with his father, who is from Lere LGA, Kaduna State. The post Police reunite missing teenager with parents in Kaduna appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A civil society group passes a vote of confidence in the INEC Chairman, urging political actors to respect INEC’s compliance with court orders in the ADC c Read More: https://punchng.com/group-passes-vote-of-confidence-in-inec-chairman-cautions-adc-others/

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed the 16 countries that will compete at the 2026 Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with Nigeria notably missing from the tournament for the second consecutive edition. The post Nigeria absent as CAF confirms 16 teams for U-17 AFCON 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

“INEC has no constitutional authority to interpret court orders. That duty belongs strictly to the courts.” The post ADC youth give INEC 72-hour ultimatum, threaten nationwide protest over leadership dispute appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

…says former Ogun gov has lived an impactful life President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended former Ogun State governor and Senator representing Ogun East, Senator Gbenga Daniel, for what he called the latter’s impactful life both as a private entrepreneur and public servant. Tinubu in a tribute he personally signed to commemorate the 70th birthday […]

Today, I celebrate Senator Gbenga Daniel, a renowned engineer, successful entrepreneur, prominent politician, and longtime ally and friend, on his milestone 70th birthday on April 6, 2026. I salute Otunba Daniel for his professional exploits, governance strides and political achievements. He accomplished the feats by dint of hard work, tenacity, wisdom, and courage. Otunba has [...]

Ogun State police arrest Oluwadamilare Ewedemi for allegedly impregnating his 21-year-old daughter five times and procuring illegal abortions for her. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-impregnates-daughter-five-times-in-ogun/

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reminded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to keep his promise that the Angwan Rukuba attack in Plateau State “will not repeat itself.” Atiku, in a post on his X handle on Monday, said it appeared those words were hollow because, barely 72 hours later, another attack in Benue State claimed […]

In 2026, smartphones have evolved into powerful video tools, with some devices capable of producing footage that rivals professional cameras. The post Top 5 phones for quality video recording appeared first on Vanguard News.

He also blamed some DJs, music executives, and artists for the current situation, alleging that trends are...

“Nigeria stands today at a critical juncture. The health of our democracy is being tested, not just by economic hardship and insecurity, but by..."

Former VP Atiku Abubakar criticizes President Tinubu over fresh attacks, urging him to move beyond ‘hollow rhetoric’ and take decisive action on insecurity Read More: https://punchng.com/fresh-attacks-enough-of-hollow-rhetoric-atiku-tells-tinubu/

In the ever-evolving smartphone market, camera performance has become one of the biggest battlegrounds between flagship devices. The post 5 phones with better camera quality than iPhone 17 appeared first on Vanguard News.

NYSC announces supplementary online registration for new corps members from April 9-11, 2026. Find out how to complete your registration on the portal. Read More: https://punchng.com/nysc-announces-supplementary-online-registration-for-new-corps-members/

"The entire country could be taken out in one night, and that night might be tomorrow night," Trump told a news conference on Monday. The post Trump Warns ‘Entire’ Iran Could Be ‘Taken Out’  On Tuesday appeared first on Channels Television.

Iran rejected a United States ceasefire plan, and demanded sanctions to be lifted, while Israel struck South Pars plant and Trump hailed a truce proposal.

The youth wing of the African Democratic Congress has handed the Independent National Electoral Commission a 72 hour ultimatum to reverse what it described as the unlawful derecognition of the party’s leadership warning of imminent nationwide protests if the decision is not rescinded. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Monday the ADC National Youth Leader Balarabe [...]

The four Artemis II astronauts have become the humans to travel furthest from Earth, breaking the record set by the Apollo 13 mission in 1970. Read More: https://punchng.com/artemis-astronauts-break-space-distance-record/

Inter Lagos have secured promotion to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, DAILY POST reports. The modest side’s promotion was confirmed following their 1-1 draw against Smart City on Monday. Inter Lagos currently occupy top spot on the Nigeria National League, NNL, Conference A table with 29 points from 15 games. They are the second club […] NNL: Inter Lagos secures promotion to NPFL

In a rare display of honesty that has captured public admiration, a small-scale trader in Jos, Mrs Sarah Luka, has returned ₦1,000,000 that was accidentally packed in a leather bag she purchased. Mrs Luka, who runs a modest business in the Lamingo area, visited Terminus Market on Saturday to buy leather bags from wholesaler Mr [...]

The NDLEA has seized 125 bags of cannabis, weighing 1,378kg, in Edo State. This major cannabis seizure in Edo resulted in the arrest of one suspect. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-seizes-125-bags-of-cannabis-in-edo-arrests-suspect/

Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has openly praised Iran, describing its people as strong, resilient, and highly capable fighters despite the ongoing conflict.

Iran has rejected a US-proposed ceasefire in the ongoing conflict, state media reports. Tehran insists on a definitive end and presented its own counter-de Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-rejects-us-ceasefire-proposal-report/

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Arsenal trio Gabriel Magalhaes, Leandro Trossard and Declan Rice were seen in training ahead of their UEFA  Champions League quarter-final first leg with Sporting Lisbon. A  handful of other Gunners were however still absent. Mikel Arteta’s men will face Sporting Lisbon at the Estadio Jose Alvalade on Tuesday.  The Gunners will  [...]

By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri  The Headquarters Theatre Command, Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have arrested five persons in connection to unauthorized discharge of firearms in which a stray bullet killed about 15-year old girl in Gomari general area of Maiduguri Metropolis in Borno state. The was disclosed in a statement by […] The post Troops arrest five in Borno as stray bullet kill 15-yr-old girl appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kun Khalifat FC have dedicated their matchday 33 victory over Nasarawa United to their late team manager, Chijioke Ekpemandu. The Owerri-based club defeated Nasarawa United 1-0 at the Lafia City Stadium on Sunday. Otu Stanley scored the winning goal for Kun Khalifat FC in stoppage time. Ekpemandu’s death was announced a few hours before kick-off. […] NPFL: Kun Khalifat dedicate win over Nasarawa United to late team manager

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State is facing significant challenges as high-ranking members continue to decamp to the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC). The APC has witnessed a major shift, with prominent members leaving the party to join the ADC. Among the notable figures who defected on Monday is Senator Sabo Nakudu, who […] Prominent APC members defect to ADC in Jigawa

Katsina Governor Dikko Radda summons an emergency security meeting following a deadly bandit attack. Read the latest on the Katsina insecurity crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-katsina-gov-summons-emergency-security-meeting-over-insecurity/

Rangers technical adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu has taken in good faith his team’s goalless draw against Barau FC. Ilechukwu commended his players performance in the game. Rangers moved up to the top of the league table despite the stalemate. “We had a good preparation for the game and I believe we had a good game against […] NPFL: Ilechukwu commends players despite Rangers’ draw with Barau FC

Kwara CAN held special prayers for Senator Saliu Mustapha, recognising his support for religious harmony during the Easter Picnic Programme in Ilorin.

The youth wing of the African Democratic Congress has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the Independent National Electoral Commission, demanding an immediate reversal of its position by recognising David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola as National Chairman and National Secretary, or face nationwide mass civic action. ADC National Youth Leader, Balarabe Rufa’i, who gave the ultimatum Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-youths-threaten-protest-give-inec-72-hours-over-party-derecognition/

The number of people killed in the early Saturday attack by suspected armed herdsmen on Agena community in Mbalom, Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State, has increased to 11 after two additional bodies were found in the area. Earlier reports confirmed that nine victims were recovered by Sunday afternoon. The assault also left […] Death toll climbs to 11 in Benue Easter attack – Community leader