Zoho Nigeria has reiterated the need for stronger digital empowerment for women entrepreneurs, as it partnered with Guardian Newspapers for the Woman Festival held in Lagos.   The month-long festival brought together stakeholders across business, governance and social sectors under the theme “Reciprocity,” aimed at fostering collaboration, value exchange and innovation among women.   Speaking […]

April 16, (THEWILL) — Following concerns raised by members of the public, the Kano State government has now constituted an 18-member Media and Information Policy Drafting Committee to ensure accurate dissemination of information in the state. The committee was inaugurated by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Faruq Ibrahim, on Thursday. Ibrahim explained […] The post Kano Govt Inaugurates 18-Member Committee On Accurate Information Dissemination appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamali, has urged government to formally define and strengthen the role of traditional institutions in governance and peace building, just as traditional rulers in Kaduna state have called for stronger constitutional recognition.   Speaking at the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations Week (NPRW) “Croc City 2026” forum held in […]

President Bola Tinubu is currently meeting with the 36 state coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors at the Presidential Villa. Others in attendance at the meeting include Vice President Shettima, APC governors, APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, and other party leaders. On November 25th, 2025, President Tinubu established the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) appointing […] 2027: Tinubu meets Renewed Hope Ambassadors, APC leaders in Presidential Villa

MTN Nigeria has suspended its Xtratime airtime loan service to comply with new FCCPC digital lending regulations. Learn about the suspension. Read More: https://punchng.com/mtn-suspends-airtime-data-loans-over-new-fccpc-lending-rules/

Wike, who spoke during an inspection tour of ongoing road projects in Kuje Area Council on Thursday, said Atiku should instead wait until 2031. The post 2027: No Space For You, Wike Tells Atiku, Denies ADC Convention Venue Claim appeared first on Channels Television.

Popular singer and songwriter Omawunmi, born Omawumi Boma Megbele-Yussuf has addressed modern dating trends and the common opinion that they have become transactional.   In a chat with Pulse, she noted that even though the mechanics of relationships are different in modern times, relationships have always been transactional.   The singer ‘Megbele’ singer notes that […]

Abia State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a woman, Ezinna Ariwodo, by one Chinedu Anamelechi in Umunagu Amakama, Umuahia South LGA of Abia State. The suspect, who was said to be a local security personnel, also stabbed his girlfriend who is a sister to deceased, and shot another young man from Amakama, before […] Man flees Abia community after killing woman, stabbing girlfriend

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are facing fresh waves of criticism as royal commentators and experts accuse the couple of embarking on a “faux royal tour” during their current visit to Australia.   Despite officially stepping back from their roles as senior working royals in 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have maintained a […]

Ekiti State Government has approved a total 4,413,459,370.78 billion naira for the execution of agriculture, health, environmental protection, empowerment and other projects.   The projects, the state Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, said were approved at the State Executive Council weekly meeting in Ado Ekiti, the state capital.     He said the […]

The House of Representatives on Thursday commenced an investigative hearing into insurance coverage for the N1.12 trillion Anchor Borrowers’ Scheme...

The Doing Business in Nigeria Conference (DBNC) 2026 is a premier business event scheduled for April 25, 2026,… This article Doing Business in Nigeria Conference (DBNC)  appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

The penultimate day of the MTN CHAMPS Grand Final held at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan delivered a series of thrilling performances, as multiple finals were decided and medals claimed across track and field events.

Big Brother Naija Season 4 winner, Mercy Eke, has shared her views on fame and money, saying she can trade her fame for two billion dollars

April 16, (THEWILL) — Football’s most decorated player has taken his first step into club ownership on Spanish soil, with Lionel Messi completing the full acquisition of UE Cornellà, a fourth-tier Catalan club based in the Baix Llobregat district south of Barcelona. The club currently competes in Group V of the Tercera RFEF and is […] The post Lionel Messi Buys Spanish Club UE Cornellà In Full Ownership Deal appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Sporting Lagos have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), a significant milestone for the Lagos-based club after two seasons in the second division. The post Sporting Lagos secure promotion to NPFL appeared first on Vanguard News.

Popular singer Omawumi has shared her opinion on the widespread claim that modern romantic relationships are transactional, arguing that it has always been so. In a recent interview with Pulse, the ‘Bottom Belle’ crooner explained that love is transactional in nature, but admitted that it has become more demanding than before. Omawumi stated that during […] ‘Love has always been transactional’ – Singer Omawumi

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as a serial election contestant and loser who will likely run for office again in 2031.   Wike’s remarks came in response to comments by Atiku that the current administration had done nothing positive for Nigerians.   Speaking during […]

The initiative, which will run for three months beginning in April 2026, is aimed at easing the burden on workers grappling with high transportation costs following the recent hike in the pump price of fuel.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says an alleged hijab discrimination incident reported at Esther Oshikoya Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre, Ibadan, was not part of its official examination protocol. The board made the clarification in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday by its Public Communication Adviser (PCA), Fabian Benjamin. Benjamin said JAMB’s attention […] Hijab incident not part of exam protocol – JAMB

The Lagos State Government has commenced moves to introduce a unified academic calendar for the 2026/2027 session for both public and private schools across the state. A statement issued by the Lagos State government said the process was flagged off on Wednesday during a stakeholders’ meeting organised by the Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA) […] Lagos moves to enforce unified academic calendar for public, private schools

Enioluwa opens up about his love for Tanzanian singer Phina, revealing their meeting and blossoming romance, much to the delight of their fans and followers.

Reality TV Star Khloe Kardashian has lambasted her ex-husband, former Los Angeles Lakers champion Lamar Odom, for discrediting her after her appearance in his new documentary” as a favour” to him.   In the Netflix documentary, Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom, the former NBA player went back to his 2015 near overdose, […]

You may not need a flagship android phone to survive school life as students. From note-taking and online classes to social media and side hustles, today’s budget Android phones can handle it all, without draining your wallet. The post 10 top android phones for students on a budget appeared first on Vanguard News.

Inter Miami captain, Lionel Messi, has bought UE Cornelia, a Spanish third division team. The Argentine superstar had completed a deal that gives him 100 percent ownership of the football club. This means the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is now the outright owner of the club. UE Cornellà currently sit third in their Tercera División […]

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) graduates 10,223 students in its 18th convocation, with 137 achieving First Class honours. Read More: https://punchng.com/137-bag-first-class-as-lautech-graduates-10223/

The 2027 governorship election in Enugu State has taken an interesting turn. This is as the immediate past Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji has joined the race. DAILY POST recalls that Nnaji was the leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Enugu State before Governor Peter Mbah joined the broom party. […] 2027: Ex-Minister, Uche Nnaji battles Gov Mbah, pledges single tenure

…says his administration has done well The Coordinator of the City Boy Movement in Oyo State, Chief Ahmed Ajibola, has said that the policies and reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have brought relief and comfort to many Nigerian families. Ajibola made the remark in Ibadan during a programme organised by the Nigerian Union […]

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF), in collaboration with the Cement Technology Institute of Nigeria (CTIN), have concluded arrangements to launch a landmark skills development programme aimed at training and upskilling 100,000 artisans in Nigeria’s construction sector.   The programme that will be implemented in phases nationwide, will equip Artisans with skills in Masonry, Carpentry and […]

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission, NDPC, has issued a regulatory advisory to all Data Controllers and Data Processors in the country. This is in response to escalating threats to data security infrastructure. The Commission said that its technical assessment indicates that some shadowy threat actors have engaged in coordinated operations targeting financial systems and some […] NDPC issues data protection advisory over escalating threats

A United States-based surgeon, Thomas Shaknovsky, has been charged with second-degree manslaughter following the death of a 70-year-old patient during a surgical procedure in Florida. A grand jury in Walton County indicted the 44-year-old doctor on Monday over the August 2024 incident involving William Bryan, who died after undergoing what was intended to be a [...]

Farouq and Alkali are scheduled to be arraigned on Thursday before the court but failed to appear. Only the third defendant, Sani Nafiu Mohammed was present in court.

Former Kwara State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bashir Omolaja Bolarinwa has formally declared his intention to contest the governorship election in 2027. In a message to party elders, stakeholders, traditional rulers and religious leaders across the state, Bolarinwa said his decision was driven by a commitment to public service and a determination […] 2027: Ex-APC chairman, Bolarinwa declares for Kwara governorship poll

Nigeria is set to host the African Union’s (AU) African Monetary Institute (AMI), as preparations intensify for the institute’s planned take-off in September 2026.   The institute is part of measures to push for monetary cooperation, financial integration and single currency across the African continent,   Speaking during an engagement on advancing the operationalization of […]

Lionel Messi has bought Cornella, a Spanish fifth-tier club, reinforcing his ties to Catalonia and aiming for the team’s long-term sporting growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/messi-buys-spanish-fifth-tier-club-cornella/

Seplat Energy has become the first listed company on the NGX to surpass the N10,000 per share threshold, following a sustained rally in its stock price.