The Abia State Government has rolled Rural Emergency Services and Maternal Transport System across the state to safeguard the lives of mothers and newborn babies. The State’s Commissioner for Health, Professor Enoch Ogbonnaya Uche disclosed this in Umuahia during the kick off of the program. He said the action was in line with the directive […] Emergency medical services critical to ending maternal, infant mortality – Gov Otti

In a fresh attack, armed bandits in large numbers have killed 21 people in Bunkasau village in Zarummai ward of Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The armed bandits were reported to have besieged the community of Bunkasau village, riding on motorcycles and firing at residents. The assailants also abducted several people, mostly women […]

Kings University, Osun State, on Thursday held its 11th matriculation ceremony for the 2025/2026 academic session, with the institution’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adenike Kuku, warning matriculating students against engaging in acts such as cultism, hooliganism, examination malpractice, and other social vices. The Vice-Chancellor, who gave the warning during the ceremony held on the university campus, charged […]

FC Bayern Munich have set a new Bundesliga goal record, scoring 106 goals to surpass a 53-year-old benchmark with five games still to play. Read More: https://punchng.com/bayern-munich-break-bundesliga-goal-record/

Burna Boy’s mother, Bose Ogulu, has reacted to her son’s cussing and profane language using her name during a lifestream. The singer used the curse words while denying beating DJ Tunez with his crew members. DAILY POST reports that Wizkid had in a post on X, accused Burna Boy and his 10 man team of […] Burna Boy’s mother turns prayer warrior after sons cuss words [VIDEO]

“Regrettably, the attack led to the death of the monarch, Ekwueme, the Ochia I of Ochia Kingdom, alongside five other yet-to-be-identified victims,” he stated. The post Police launch manhunt for killers of Imo traditional ruler appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Ekiti State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Saturday held its state congress, with more than 23 persons affirmed as state executive members of the party. The congress, held in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, and attended by hundreds of party members, was conducted in a peaceful atmosphere without rancour. The state congress took […]

Borno State governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has donated ₦50 million to the family of the late Lt. Col. OC Okolo, who lost his life during a Boko Haram attack at Mandaragirau in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State on 16 February 2026. The governor recently made a similar intervention, donating ₦150 million to […]

Benue State governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has solicited a deeper strategic partnership with the United Nations to address the state’s humanitarian, agricultural and climate challenges. Appealing for development partnerships anchored on sustainable impact, the governor described Benue as Nigeria’s ‘Food Basket of the Nation’ adding that the state occupies a critical position in Nigeria […]

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara south have endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term of office. The Kwara south leaders said the endorsement of Tinubu for another term of office is to enable him consolidate the structural reforms of his administration’s “Renewed Hope Agenda” that already began to yield measurable […]

Diego Simeone fielded a totally different XI against Sevilla after Atletico's crucial Champions League win over Barcelona, preparing for the second leg in Madrid.

The legislation consolidates multiple existing tax laws into a single, comprehensive framework designed to streamline revenue collection and enhance transparency. The post Kaduna Signs Tax Consolidation Law To Boost Revenue, Ease Business appeared first on Channels Television.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), has decorated 38 senior officers with the rank of Wing Commander to strengthen operational leadership and combat readiness. A statement by the Nigerian Air Force on its social media handle said the officers were decorated during a colourful ceremony held at the NAF Officers’ Mess, Abuja. The Chief of the […]

President Bola Tinubu has told his economic team to find ways to reduce the effect of the ongoing Middle East crisis on Nigerians, especially as fuel prices continue to rise.

Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani, has thrown his weight behind the federal government’s decision to withdraw and deactivate Nigerian passports belonging to individuals who have formally renounced their citizenship. The move follows a directive issued by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, instructing the Nigeria Immigration Service to immediately revoke passports of persons whose […]

Residents and stakeholders in Mkpat Enin and Etinan local government areas of Akwa Ibom State have expressed excitements over what they described as a “relaunch of connectivity and bustling economic life to be ushered in to the rural areas with the completion of the 10.83km Mkpat Enin–Ikot Akpe–Ikot Afang–Ikot Umiang–Mbioto–Efa group of villages’ road project. […]

The APC Solidarity Group in Bauchi State has strongly opposed the alleged plan by Governor Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The group, led by director of programmes and external affairs, IB Muhammad, and secretary, Abubakar Abdullahi, submitted a petition to the APC […]

Rio Ngumoha and Mohamed Salah score as Liverpool beat Fulham 2-0, ending a three-game losing streak and easing pressure on manager Arne Slot. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-ngumoha-shines-as-liverpool-beat-fulham-2-0-to-end-poor-run/

The African Democratic Congress holds state congresses in Abia and Ogun, but a leadership crisis leads to two rival chairmen emerging in Ogun state. Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-holds-congresses-in-abia-produces-rival-chairmen-in-ogun/

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has been conferred with a Doctor of Laws (PhD) by the University of Calabar during its 38th Convocation Ceremony, marking another significant academic and personal milestone. Kalu’s doctoral research was also selected as one of the most outstanding projects, earning a place at […]

An Igbo leader in South Africa, Solomon Ezekiel, apologises for the controversy surrounding his alleged coronation, clarifying he is not a king. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-am-not-a-king-safrican-igbo-leader-apologises/

Bournemouth manager, Andoni Iraola, has explained why his team secured an impressive 2-1 victory over Arsenal in their Premier League clash on Saturday

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has said that the late senator who represented Rivers South-East Senatorial District served his people and the country with honour, dignity, and unwavering devotion to duty. Senator Akpabio made the declaration in his tribute at a funeral service held in honour of the late lawmaker at an Anglican […]

April 11, (THEWILL) — Akwa Ibom State Police Command says it has intensified its crackdown on criminal elements, recording fresh operational gains with the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of a firearm and suspected illicit substances. The operations, carried out on April 10, 2026, followed actionable intelligence and targeted suspected criminal hideouts in […] The post Police Bust Criminal Hideouts In Akwa Ibom, Arrest Suspects, Recover Firearm And Illicit Drugs appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shuibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to sustaining its Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) projects, aimed at improving community welfare and strengthening ties with civilians. Lieutenant General Shuibu made the pledge during the commissioning of intervention projects, Modification of Atoshi Recreational Center in Wukari Local Government Area […]

Troops of the Joint Task Force South South Operation Delta Safe, OPDS, acting on credible intelligence, have intercepted and arrested two vessels, Motor Tanker MKPODU and Motor Tanker WESTAF. The vessels are suspected to have been engaged in crude oil theft activities within the Calabar/Akwa Ibom maritime domain. The arrest was made on April 8, […]

Leon Goretzka's 53rd-minute goal, Bayern's second of the match, brought up 102 league goals this season, breaking a previous mark set by the Bavarian giants in 1971-72. The post Record-Breaking Bayern March Closer To Bundesliga Title appeared first on Channels Television.

Attacks by gunmen seeking to abduct victims for ransom have been frequent in recent times across Nigeria. The post Gunmen abduct council chairperson, shoot vigilante commander appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Okoye denied Luka Modrić twice in quick succession before pulling off an outstanding reflex save to tip Alexis Saelemaekers’ powerful effort The post Okoye shines at San Siro as Udinese stun AC Milan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Lamine Yamal set up two goals and scored another as Barcelona took a significant step towards defending their La Liga title with a 4-1 derby win over Espanyol on Saturday. The post Yamal shines as Barca thrash Espanyol to extend La Liga lead appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed as “baseless and fabricated” claims circulating on social media alleging that its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, endorsed a partisan post on X (formerly Twitter). In a press statement posted on its verified X handle on Saturday and signed by Adedayo Oketola, Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser […]

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has petitioned the Department of State Services (DSS) in Kano State, alleging a coordinated campaign of cyber harassment, online bullying, and defamation targeting its leaders across various social media platforms. In a petition dated 9th April 2026 and addressed to the Director of the DSS in Kano State Command, the movement called […]

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has declared that entry into the Olubadan line from both the Otun and Balogun lines is no longer for the highest bidders or the most influential individuals in society. Ladoja stated that neither money nor influence would be a determining factor for the promotion of Mogajis from both […]

One of the suspended council bosses alleged that he was suspended because he refused to defect to the APC alongside the governor. The post Ripples as Zamfara Assembly suspends two local government chairpersons appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A late-night armed robbery at student hostels near the Ekiti State University community in Ado Ekiti has led to the arrest of two suspects, while security operatives continue a manhunt for other members of the gang who fled the scene. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday in the Iworoko area of Ado […] Police arrest two after robbery at Ekiti varsity student hostels

It was gathered that the marauders stormed the community Friday afternoon and met the deceased on his farm, where they killed him and mutilated his remains. The post Again, suspected armed herders attack Benue community, kill one, injure others appeared first on Vanguard News.