Yusuf Muhammadu Buhari, son of former President Muhammadu Buhari, has declared victory in the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election for the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua Federal Constituency seat in Katsina State. Buhari, who spoke to DCL Hausa on Saturday, said he won the contest and urged dissatisfied opponents to seek redress. “I have won the APC primary […] APC primary: I won, if you’re not satisfied look for solution – Yusuf Buhari tells opponents

Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been nominated for the Serie A Player of the Month award for May, DAILY POST reports. Okoye was recognised for his impressive performances for the Zebras during the month. The 26-year-old has kept two clean sheets in two league matches for Kosta Runjaic’s side during the period under review. The […] Serie A: Okoye shortlisted for Player of the Month 

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has responded to confusion about the identity of a terrorist commander known as Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, who was recently killed in a joint operation involving Nigerian and American forces.

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has responded to confusion about the identity of a terrorist commander known as Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, who was recently killed in a joint operation involving Nigerian and American forces.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives primary election in Ward C1 of Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State, was disrupted on Saturday following disagreements among party members over the choice of candidate. The contest in the constituency is between Mr Ganiyu Ayuba and Mrs Adebisi Adebajo. Tension reportedly escalated in the afternoon when […] APC primaries disrupted in Alimosho Ward C1 over candidate choice

Upsets were recorded in the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primaries in Imo State as some incumbent lawmakers failed to secure return tickets ahead of the 2027 general elections. Hon. Chike Okafor, who represents Okigwe South Federal Constituency and has been in the House since 2015, lost his bid for a fourth term […]

May 16, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian Police Force has announced the death of 17 police officers following a deadly terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. A statement issued on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placide, stated that […] The post 17 Police Officers Killed as Terrorists Attack Army Special Forces School In Yobe appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

No fewer than five persons have been confirmed dead following the collapse of a building in the Durumi 3 area of Abuja, near the popular Gudu Market. The tragic incident occurred at about 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, throwing the area into confusion as rescue workers and residents battled to save trapped victims. The Mandate Secretary […] Five killed as building collapses near Gudu Market in Abuja 

By Ebunoluwa Sessou A massive crowd of party faithful thronged Agege on Saturday, May 16, as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, secured his place as the All Progressives Congress, APC, consensus candidate for the Agege Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. Read Also: ADC postpones presidential, governorship […] The post Obasa secures Reps ticket appeared first on Vanguard News.

May 16, (THEWILL) — Yusuf Buhari, son of Nigeria’s late former President, Muhammadu Buhari, has secured a resounding victory in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua Federal Constituency seat in Katsina State, reinforcing the enduring political influence of the Buhari family in the state. Results announced on Saturday showed Yusuf Buhari […] The post Yusuf Buhari Wins APC House of Reps Ticket in Katsina appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The results showed a landslide victory for Yusuf Buhari over his challenger, Auwal Lawal Musa. The post APC Primaries: Buhari’s Son Defeats Ex-DSS DG’s Son In Daura Reps Race appeared first on Channels Television.

The Office of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives has dismissed as misleading and politically motivated a report by TrackNG concerning the construction and furnishing of an ultra-modern conference and e-learning facility at Bende Secondary Grammar School, Abia State, captured in the 2024 Federal Government budget. In a statement signed by the Special […] Deputy Speaker’s Office clarifies controversy over Abia School Project

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the tragic loss of 17 police officers who paid the supreme price following a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School, Buni Yadi, in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, in the early hours of May 8, 2026. A statement signed by DCP Anthony Okon Placid, […] Terrorists kill 17 police officers at Army Special Forces School in Yobe

Yusuf Buhari polled 5,849 votes to defeat Hon. Auwal Lawal Daura, who secured 21 votes in the exercise.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Saturday emerged unopposed as the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate for Zaria Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. Tajudeen secured the party’s ticket through an affirmation exercise conducted across the 13 electoral wards in the constituency. The wards involved include Kwarbai A, […] 2027: Speaker Abbas secures APC return ticket for Zaria Reps seat

Actress Shine Rosman reveals the truth behind the misconception of wealth among actors, highlighting the financial struggles many face despite a glamorous image.

Widespread protests across several local government areas have marred the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primaries in Akwa Ibom State ahead of the 2027 general elections. At ward centres visited in Essien Udim, Obot Akara, Ikot Ekpene, Etim Ekpo, Ika, Ukanafun, Oruk Anam, Abak, Nsit Ubium, Nsit Ibom, Etinan, and other areas, consensus […]

A member of the House of Representatives, Hon Davidson Akinlayo, has denied sponsoring hoodlums to disrupt the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election held on Saturday in Ekiti State. Akinlayo, who represents Moba/Ilejemeje/Ido-Osi Federal Constituency at the National Assembly and is seeking re-election, said the allegation was not only politically motivated but also a calculated […] APC Primary: Akinlayo denies sponsoring hoodlums in Ekiti

Ogwashi-Uku Palace has dismissed allegations against Obi Dr Ifechukwude Aninshi Okonjo II as recycled falsehoods, linking them to land recovery efforts.

Media executive and author Toyosi Etim Effiong has revealed that her marriage to prominent Nigerian actor and filmmaker Daniel Etim Effiong directly influenced her career transition into celebrity talent management. Speaking during a recent podcast appearance, she explained that she noticed a significant lack of professional structure and legal frameworks in her husband’s career and […]

Ndudi Elumelu has won the Delta APC Reps primary for the Oshimili South Federal Constituency, defeating the incumbent lawmaker, Ngozi Okolie. Read More: https://punchng.com/elumelu-defeats-okolie-in-delta-apc-reps-primary/

He urged the aspirants to focus on practical solutions to insecurity, unemployment, inflation, poor infrastructure and healthcare challenges rather than making empty promises. The post 2027: Obi urges aspirants to embrace integrity, selfless service appeared first on Vanguard News.

Olubankole Wellington, popularly known as ‘Banky W’, is a Nigerian-American Singer who recently came out to debunk the allegation that he met singer Wizkid on Twitter or any social media platform. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, better known as ‘Wizkid’, is also a Nigerian singer and songwriter and was already actively building his music career within Nigeria’s […]

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has held its National Convention and primaries in Kano, issuing a strong warning to its members to be wary of President Tinubu’s alleged antics of seeking to perpetuate himself in power by all means. “We call on our people to be vigilant because the mercenary politics that the nation’s generals […] PRP holds Kano convention, accuses Tinubu, APC of ‘enthroning autocracy’

Leke Abejide secures a landslide victory in the Kogi APC primary for Yagba Federal Constituency, sweeping all 34 wards ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/abejide-sweeps-all-34-wards-in-kogi-apc-reps-primary/

‎Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) has announced the commencement of auditions for its eleventh season, with organisers confirming that the selection process will be conducted physically this year. ‎ ‎In a statement on Saturday, the organisers said, “It’s time! #BBNaija Season 11 auditions registration is here,” noting that registration will run from May 16 to 20 […]

No fewer than five persons have been confirmed dead, while 10 others were rescued alive after a three-storey building under construction collapsed in the Durumi 3 area near Gudu Market in Abuja on Saturday morning. This was contained in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the […] The post Five Killed, 10 Rescued In Abuja Building Collapse As Search Continues appeared first on OsunDefender.

Abia Warriors forward, Emeka Obioma, has expressed dissatisfaction with the team’s failure to secure a continental ticket. The Umuahia-based club failed in their bid to secure a place on the continent after recent back-to-back defeats. Obioma described the setback as unfortunate and painful. “It’s very unfortunate, very painful, I must say,” Obioma told Completesports. “We […] NPFL: Obioma laments Abia Warriors’ continental miss 

Alonso’s arrival is seen as the start of a new plan for the club. The post Report: Xabi Alonso agrees to become new Chelsea manager appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, on Saturday, was returned unopposed as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Bende Federal Constituency of Abia State in the 2027 general election. Kalu was returned through a pronouncement by the APC registered members in the 13 electoral wards of […]

Wikki Tourists have hailed the invitation of forward Abubakar Aliyu to the Flying Eagles. Aliyu is among the 35 players invited for the WAFU B U-20 tournament in Cote d’Ivoire by head coach Abdu Maikaba. The youngster has been one of the standout performers for the Bauchi Elephants despite their unimpressive campaign. Wikki Tourists said […] Wikki Tourists hails Aliyu’s Flying Eagles invitation 

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has secured the House of Representatives ticket on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obasa emerged as the APC consensus candidate for Agege Federal Constituency on Saturday. He was announced as the winner during the party’s […] 2027: Lagos Assembly Speaker Obasa secures APC House of Representatives ticket

The Oyo State government has said suspected kidnappers involved in the attack on LA School and Community Grammar School, Ahoro-Esinle, in Orire Local Government Area of the state, have been reportedly trapped within a section of the Old Oyo National Park, as security operatives intensify efforts to rescue abducted victims. The state Commissioner for Information, […] The post Oyo School Abduction: Kidnappers Trapped In National Park — Commissioner appeared first on OsunDefender.

‘Kupe’ by Modola and BhadBoi OML has spent four consecutive weeks at No. 1 on Nigeria’s airplay chart. The numbers behind it are hard to ignore. Temidola Awosika​ Widely known as Modola is currently the most-played artist on Nigerian radio. She goes by Modola. She turned 21 last month. And the song she released on […]

Mahmud Sadis Buba, popularly known as Al-Ajabin Zazzau, has withdrawn from the race to represent Sabon Gari Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Buba announced his withdrawal in a letter addressed to the Kaduna State Chairman of the APC and also shared on his verified Facebook page on Saturday. […] APC Aspirant Buba withdraws from Reps primaries in Kaduna

The presidency broke silence on claims that Abu-Bilal Al-Manuki, who was killed in a joint operation by the Nigerian and the US military was eliminated in 2024.