The United States has recently revitalised a key credit guarantee programme to boost agricultural trade with Nigeria following its expanded support for agricultural trade through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Export Credit Guarantee Programme, known as GSM-102. The GSM-102 programme from all indications provides U.S. government-backed credit guarantees and serves as an important tool for […]

Lagos State assures residents that COVID-19 infection prevention and control measures remain active in all primary health centres across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-covid-19-report-infection-control-still-active-in-lagos-agency-assures/

Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso are strengthening alliances with northern leaders ahead of 2027 election, a move that could reshape dynamics against Atiku Abubakar.

Over 40 Nigerians have graduated from the 2026 Chinese Language Programme Phase 1, which underscores the flourishing cultural exchange that deepens bilateral ties between Nigerian and the People’s Republic of China. It was a colourful graduation ceremony, held at the China Cultural Centre in Nigeria, at the weekend which coincided with the programme tagged the […]

A public health parasitologist, Prof Dennis Aribodor has called for the right investment by all tiers of government in Nigeria towards malaria control and eventual elimination in the country. Aribodor, who is a Professor of Public Health Parasitology at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka made the call in a statement in commemoration of World Malaria Day […]

Mali’s Defence Minister General Sadio Camara has been killed amid coordinated attacks on military sites across the West African country, sources told Al Jazeera. The news on Sunday came a day after Camara’s house in the garrison town of Kati came under attack. Brant Philip, a security analyst, disclosed this is his X handle. “Malian […] Mali defense minister Sadio Camara killed as insurgents intensify attacks

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have successfully foiled an attempted attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Buratai, Biu Local Government Area of Borno State. The incident occurred on Sunday, April 26, 2026, when the insurgents attempted to infiltrate the area. According to military sources, the troops detected the movement of the attackers early and swiftly […]

The NDLEA announces a major drug seizure, intercepting Captagon pills in Kwara and arresting a businessman who excreted 45 pellets of cocaine in Oyo. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-seizes-captagon-drug-in-kwara-arrests-businessman-who-excreted-cocaine/

Jamil Mohammed Abubakar has been appointed MD of Infrastructure & Logistics at Dangote Group, overseeing expansion of ports and trade infrastructure in Africa.

Mr Marafa, a prominent cleric and the former Commissioner for Religious Affairs, narrowly escaped death when gunmen opened fire on his vehicle. The post Bandits shoot Zamfara APC chieftain in highway attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“I was invited to attend the so-called ‘Opposition Summit’ in Ibadan, but I declined,” Sowore said.

American rapper and actress Megan thee stallion has accused NBA basketball player, Klay Thompson, of cheating, announcing their split.

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro, has commended the Renewed Hope National Youth Tour for its mobilisation efforts in support of President Bola Tinubu. Otuaro also acknowledged the involvement of Seyi Tinubu in youth engagement activities linked to the initiative. He spoke while reacting to the South-South edition of […]

The Saudi envoy also hosted a dinner in honour of Mr Dangote and presented him with a commemorative gift to mark his visit. The post Saudi ambassador, Dangote meet to deepen economic cooperation, partnership appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board dismisses the viral 394 score as a fake JAMB result. Read the official statement on the fraudulent slip. Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-dismisses-viral-394-utme-result-of-criver-candidate-as-fake/

Mr Lamido, who is the chairperson of the Senate Committee on Primary Health Care Development and Disease Control, said persistent divisions, lack of cohesion, and unresolved disputes have significantly hindered the progress and unity of the APC in Sokoto State. The post Sokoto senator resigns from APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has dismissed as false a viral result slip claiming that a candidate from Cross River State scored 394 in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The alleged result, which circulated widely on social media, showed a candidate identified as Okon Winniefred Sampson scoring near-perfect marks across four subjects, sparking [...]

American millionaire and seasoned big game hunter, Ernie Dosio, has died after being trampled by a herd of elephants during a hunting expedition in Gabon. The 75-year-old vineyard owner from Lodi, California, was reportedly tracking a rare species of antelope, the yellow-backed duiker, in the Lope Okanda rainforest when the fatal encounter occurred. Dosio and […]

Funke Akindele supports Faithia Williams' film Efunroye (The Unicorn), sharing insights and promoting camaraderie amid speculation of a rift between them.

Mali’s Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed after coordinated militant attacks targeted Bamako’s airport, Kati, and northern towns, deepening the crisis.

American rapper Megan Thee Stallion has officially ended her relationship with Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson, citing a lack of trust and fidelity as the reasons for the split. The 31-year-old singer announced in a public statement on Saturday, April 26, ending months of speculation about the couple’s status. Megan emphasised that trust and respect […]

Captagon, is known for its ability to induce extreme alertness, suppress fear, and heighten aggression also a drug of choice among militant groups. The post NDLEA Intercepts Terror Drug ‘Captagon’ In Kwara As Businessman Excretes 45 Cocaine Wraps appeared first on Channels Television.

Binance Coin (BNB) slipped 1.04% to trade at $631.21, underperforming a modestly positive broader crypto market as capital continued to rotate toward Bitcoin. Market data shows Bitcoin’s dominance has climbed above 60% for the first time in 2026, reflecting sustained institutional inflows—particularly into spot BTC exchange-traded funds. This shift has redirected liquidity away from altcoins, […]

Global money transfer company MoneyGram International, Inc. has had its Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) cut to ‘B-‘ from ‘B’ by Fitch Ratings, which also downgraded the company’s revolving credit facility, term loan, and first-lien secured bonds to ‘B’ from ‘B+’, with a Recovery Rating of ‘RR3’ maintained. The rating outlook is stable, according to […]

Akporeha expressed concern that workers are increasingly being excluded from key policy decisions affecting their welfare. The post NUPENG raises alarm over growing job losses, workers’ rights suppression appeared first on Vanguard News.

The New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, has backed the political realignment involving some opposition leaders in the country. In a statement signed by its national publicity secretary, Ladipo Johnson the party noted that the vision of a rejuvenated Nigeria has brought the opposition together with a singular, unwavering focus. The statement said, “We are no […] 2027: NNPP throws weight behind opposition coalition, warns Tinubu, APC

At the ceremony, outstanding distributors were rewarded with a range of prizes including cash awards, Sports Utility Vehicles, and compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks, in recognition of their exceptional performance The post BUA Cement rewards top distributors at 2025 Distributors’ Awards appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Veteran Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has pointed to internal sabotage as one of the biggest issues affecting the Nigerian film industry. Speaking in an interview with BBC, the actor expressed frustration over what he described as a culture of undermining within Nollywood, noting that it remains a major obstacle to the industry’s growth. “Is there [...]

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that opposition political figures such as Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Senate President David Mark are wasting their time. The party noted that the current political alignments against President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027 general elections cannot see the light of […] Ibadan Summit: You’re wasting your time, can’t defeat Tinubu – APC slams opposition parties

The document, which has been circulating widely on social media as the highest UTME score so far, has triggered reactions, but JAMB said the claim is entirely false.

The District Heads, including Yusuf Buhari, would slug it out with other aspirants. The post Tradition vs Politics: Three Katsina district heads join 2027 National Assembly races appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

  The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its planned nationwide strike after fresh assurances from the federal government on key welfare demands. The decision was reached at a virtual emergency national executive council (NEC) meeting on April 25. It would be recalled that the doctors had initially embarked on a strike on […] The post Resident Doctors Supend Planned Strike appeared first on OsunDefender.

Captagon, a highly addictive stimulant commonly used in the Middle East, is known for inducing prolonged wakefulness, euphoria and reduced fear. It is often linked to criminal networks and insurgent groups.

United States President Donald Trump has said the shooter at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner was gala is sick. Trump disclosed that the shooter charged from 50 yards away, stressing that the room was very secured. He disclosed this while addressing journalists at the White House. Trump said: “The room was very secured and he […] White House shooter sick – Trump

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has said it would adopt an issue-based campaign strategy as it prepares for the governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026. This is as the party assured residents that the APC is prepared to form a government that would deliver tangible progress for all, if […] Osun Guber Poll: APC pledges issue-based campaign

A 33-year-old passenger, Eze Prince Emeka, was brought down from the vehicle and taken for a body scan, the results of which confirmed ingestion of an illicit drug. The post Businessman excretes 45 cocaine wraps as NDLEA seizes Captagon in Kwara appeared first on Vanguard News.