At a historic service at London's St Paul's Cathedral, Mullally, 63, legally took up the position ahead of her formal installation—or enthronement—at Canterbury Cathedral on March 25. The post Church Of England Confirms Sarah Mullally As Its First Woman Leader appeared first on Channels Television.

The local government councils of Edu and Ifelodun in Kwara State have each declared a 24-hour curfew in certain communities as part of intensified security measures against banditry and kidnapping. In separate announcements, both councils stated that during the curfew, all human and vehicular movement in the affected areas is strictly prohibited. The measure is […] Insecurity: Kwara LGAs impose 24-hour curfew

Governor Seyi Makinde’s record and political challenges are under the lens as Oyo state marks 50, analysed by political analyst Oluwafemi Popoola.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday told the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations that Washington is pursuing a phased strategy to stabilise Venezuela and guide it towards democratic transition following the removal of Nicolás Maduro, describing recent progress as faster than initially anticipated despite deep-rooted challenges.

President Donald Trump warned on Wednesday that time is running out for Iran to come to the table and avoid US military action, prompting Tehran to retort that it would respond to any attack “like never before”. Read Also: Israel buries last Gaza hostage As Trump issued another threat, his top diplomat Marco Rubio said […] The post ‘Time running out,’ Trump threatens Iran; we’ll respond ‘like never before’ – Tehran appeared first on Vanguard News.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for a decisive shift from aid-dependent development models to impact-driven investments, saying Africa’s long-term growth will be powered by patient capital, blended finance and The post Shettima, bankers urge shift from aid to investment appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Senate on Wednesday resolved to conduct an executive, closed-door briefing on the December 25 United States airstrikes on terrorist targets in Sokoto State, following concerns over Nigeria’s sovereignty and The post Senate to hold closed-door briefing on US airstrikes in Sokoto appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

In his determination to ensure the economic development and investment promotion in Ibadanland, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja has assured the management of Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria The post Ibadan will collaborate CRIN to establish cocoa plantation, says Olubadan appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Governor Muhammed Umaru Bago, has called on all Nigerians to come together and wage a total war against terrorism and all other forms of violence to move the country forward. The post Let’s join hands to wage war against terrorism — Gov Bago urges Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.

VP Kashim Shettima calls on Nigerians to embrace tolerance for peaceful coexistence, emphasizing that our shared heritage outweighs factors that divide us. Read More: https://punchng.com/embrace-tolerance-unity-shettima-urges-nigerians/

The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Osun State have cautioned Governor Ademola Adeleke against what they described as deliberate attempts to The post Osun APC, ALGON warn Adeleke against misleading public on LG funding crisis appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Stella Omona The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, PhD, and the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to Nigeria, Ambassador (Mrs) Miriam Morales…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar hosted a delegation of All Democratic Congress (ADC) stakeholders from Kebbi State on Wednesday afternoon. In a post on his X handle on Wednesday, January 28,  2027, he expressed gratitude for the visit and said he was encouraged by the quality of the discussions. According to him: “This afternoon, I hosted […] Atiku Abubakar hosts ADC stakeholders, vows to rescue Nigerians from APC

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of actress, Angela Okorie in the Suleja prison in Niger State following her arraignment on charges of criminal defamation and The post UPDATED: Court remands actress Angela Okorie in prison over alleged cyberstalking  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A legal practitioner, Opatola Victor, has hailed President Bola Tinubu for seeking to increase the number of Appeal Court Justices. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday, Victor, however, said that this measure alone is not enough for the Nigerian judiciary. He called for total independence of the judiciary, particularly its capacity to […] Increasing Appeal Court justices not enough for judiciary – Lawyer

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State, has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of deliberately misinforming the public about local government administration in the state. The post LG tenure disputes: Osun APC accuses Adeleke of public misinformation appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu on Monday arrived in Ankara, the state capital of Türkiye, to commence a historic state visit. On Tuesday, before a grand reception at the Presidential Palace, T.C. The post President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to Turkey: The quick wins appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigerian lawmakers urge President Tinubu to intervene after deadly bandit attacks in Gombe communities killed six and led to twenty abductions. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seek-tinubus-intervention-over-bandit-attacks-in-gombe-communities/

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Otunba (Dr) Adekunle Ojora, a renowned industrialist, business tycoon and community leader, who died at the age of 93.

A member of the campaign team of Kwabena Agyepong, a flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kofi Dokyi Ampaw, has alleged that opinion polls conducted so far on the party’s presidential race have been influenced by money from wealthy contenders.

The Nigerian Army and Tantita Security Services partner to combat oil theft and pipeline vandalism, strengthening security in the Niger Delta to boost oil Read More: https://punchng.com/army-tantita-partner-to-combat-oil-theft-vandalism/

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has launched the “Soro Soke” (Speak Up) campaign to tackle sexual harassment across public transport systems in the state. The campaign was unveiled The post LAMATA launches ‘Soro Soke’ campaign against sexual harassment on public transport appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Oyo State Police Command, yesterday, arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered several stolen vehicles following an intelligence-led operation in Ibadan. The post Police arrest two dismissed soldiers for armed robbery in Ibadan appeared first on Vanguard News.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has appealed to its members and supporters experiencing difficulties with the ongoing electronic registration exercise to remain patient, assuring that the technical The post Oyo APC urges patience over e-registration hitches, assures swift resolution appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Tension heightened on Wednesday at the headquarters of the Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission, EBSIEC, in Abakaliki following allegations by the Labour Party, LP, that the commission was deliberately frustrating its participation in the forthcoming local government elections in the state. The Ebonyi State Chairman of the Labour Party, Henry Ude, made the allegation while […] Ebonyi LG polls: LP, EBSIEC lock horns over nomination forms

The All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate in the 2023 election, Murtala Garo, has welcomed Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to the party. Garo described the governor’s defection as a positive development for political stability and sustainable growth in the state. Garo, who is also a former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy […] APC deputy gov candidate welcomes Kano governor to party

"Gvili family, I ask you, as president, for forgiveness that we were not there for him... an entire nation mourns with you today" The post Israel buries last Gaza hostage appeared first on Vanguard News.

TOYIN ADEBAYO Activities at the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and its affiliated Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) began returning to normal on Wednesday following the ruling of the National…

With neither Mr Ojerinde nor the defence and prosecution lawyers present, there was no update on the status of the settlement discussions they had said resumed more than six months ago. The post Defence, prosecution skip court in ex-JAMB registrar Ojerinde’s N5.2bn fraud trial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

John Darko, legal counsel for Matthew Nyindam, has urged the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to accept the Supreme Court’s verdict on the Kpandai parliamentary election instead of pursuing a review, saying the party is unlikely to succeed.

The kidnapped Edo doctor, Abu Ibrahim, has been discharged from hospital. He thanks the public for support after his brother was killed in the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnapped-edo-doctor-leaves-hospital-thanks-public-for-support/

The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, James Gyakye Quayson (MP), on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, received the Executive Secretary of the National Peace Council, Dr. George Amoh, for discussions aimed at strengthening collaboration on peacebuilding and national cohesion.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday has arraigned Dr. Tersoo Loko, former Chairman of the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission, BSIEC, alongside ten others, over alleged fraud totaling N1.1 billion. The Makurdi Zonal Directorate of the EFCC told the Federal High Court in Makurdi that the accused face 30-count charges relating to […] Alleged N1.1bn fraud: EFCC arraigns ex-BSIEC Chairman, Loko, others

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested four suspected armed robbers in connection with a robbery incident that occurred at Kunsu in the Ashanti Region on December 7, 2025.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, arraigned Dr. Tersoo Joseph Loko, the former Chairman of the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSEIC), alongside 10 other individuals before Justice M. S. Abubakar of the Federal High Court in Makurdi.

A financial analyst, Kalu Aja, alleged that the Nigerian government intends to borrow N2 trillion monthly to finance what he described as a “wasteful” 2026 budget. He disclosed this in a statement on X on Wednesday, noting that the N58.47 trillion 2026 budget is currently before the Nigerian Senate. According to Aja, the budget focuses […] 2026 budget: Nigerian govt to borrow N2tn monthly to fund wasteful spending – Kalu Aja