Nollywood actress Faithia Williams has spoken up about her last encounter with late actor Adesina Okiki before he passed on in a tragic car crash.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — The Federal Government on Wednesday said recidivism within the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has dropped sharply from 11,616 in 2023 to 1,382 in 2025, attributing the decline to ongoing rehabilitation and reformation programmes under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this during the presentation of […] The post Recidivism drops to 1,382 as FG reports jail population surge appeared first on Vanguard News.

Jennifer reflected on widowhood, sharing her emotional struggles and the impact on her three sons after Junior Pope's tragic passing, stirring heartfelt reactions.

After 60 years of visiting our special bench, James returns alone on Eleanor's birthday and meets Claire, a remarkable connection that changes everything.

The Nigeria Democratic Party, NDC, 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged terrorists who kidnapped some school children across Nigeria to immediately release them. Obi urged these terrorists to release the school children for the sake of shared humanity. Posting on X, the presidential candidate expressed heartbreak over the abduction of school children, describing the […] Peter Obi begs terrorists to release kidnapped school children 

The Senate has urged the executive to intensify efforts and deploy all necessary resources for the immediate rescue of school children and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo. The upper legislative chamber also called for an expansion of the Safe Schools Initiative, enhanced surveillance, intelligence gathering and improved security deployment around vulnerable […] ‘Most barbaric act’ – Senate demands swift rescue of Oyo kidnapped victims

CBN faces renewed pressure as the naira fluctuates across official and parallel markets amid rising dollar demand, global oil price changes, and forex instability.

A man shared how he was denied admission into the University of Ibadan for three years. He mentioned the school that later admitted him after his fourth UTME.

The event brought together football fans and music audiences for a day-long programme that blended live match screenings with performances from some of the country’s emerging and established acts.

The House of Representatives urges the FG to intervene after a Taraba clash between Karinjo and Wurkun communities kills five and displaces residents. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-urge-fg-action-after-taraba-clash-kills-five-displaces-residents/

Three Royal Navy members died in a Merlin Mk4 helicopter crash during a training exercise in Devon. Investigations are underway as families grieve this tragedy.

Political analyst and former member of Peter Obi’s presidential campaign council, Ndi Kato, has reacted to the death sentence handed down to four persons convicted for the June 5, 2022, attack on Saint Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State. In a post on X, Kato suggested that the convicts would have received a lighter […] Owo church attack: Convicts would’ve escaped death sentence under Buhari — Ndi Kato

Soso Soberekon warned the government to stop being lenient with criminals who destroy lives. He proposed punishment for kidnappers, drug traffickers, others

Their exit adds to a growing list of defections that have characterised legislative politics in recent months as politicians reposition ahead of the next electoral cycle. The post Three MPs defect to PRP, ADC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called for the immediate release of schoolchildren, teachers and pupils abducted by terrorists in Oyo State, urging their captors to act on “humanity and conscience.” The post Obi, Senate demand rescue of abducted Oyo schoolchildren appeared first on Vanguard News.

Explore the life of Nicole Bronish Tepper, chief administrative officer of the Carolina Panthers, philanthropist, and wife of billionaire David Tepper.

As the final whistle of the global football season draws near, the energy across Nigeria is anything but quiet. From viewing centres in Surulere to living rooms in Abuja, the passion, the debates, the last-minute goals, everything peaks soon and when the tension rises and the cheers get louder, Big Bull Rice is right there […] Big Bull Rice fuels thrilling football season finale

Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles on May 30, 2026, beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Budapest. Two days later, UEFA’s Technical Observer Group published the official Team of the Season, and PSG dominated that too, with five of the eleven spots. Three Arsenal players also made the cut, recognising […] The post UEFA Champions League Team of the Season 2025/26: Full XI with Kvaratskhelia, Dembélé, Vitinha appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

June 03, (THEWILL) — The Senate on Wednesday urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts and deploy all necessary resources towards the immediate rescue of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The upper chamber also called on the Federal Government to strengthen and expand the Safe Schools Initiative through […] The post Oyo School Abduction: Senate Demands Urgent Rescue of Abducted Pupils, Teachers appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Nigeria’s banks provide loans to businesses worth only 9.4% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to the African Development Bank (AfDB). This shows that many businesses still struggle to access funding despite efforts to improve financial inclusion and economic growth

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, 2027 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar on Wednesday charged President Bola Tinubu to listen to the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, over the spate of kidnappings and general insecurity in Nigeria. Atiku charged Tinubu to work on the recommendations made by CAN while he’s still in office as the Nigerian president. CAN had […] Insecurity: You must listen to CAN – Atiku tells Tinubu

United by the number 10: How TenTrade and Luís Figo meet the highest standards both in the sporting arena and the trading world. It is more than just two digits on the back of a shirt. Passed down from one generation to the next, it is a legacy that truly has a deeper meaning. The […] The Number 10 Mindset: Setting the Highest Standards with TenTrade

BlackForce stated that the vision comes at a time when industries across the world continue to grapple with talent shortages, rising education costs, and increasing demand for workforce readiness in the artificial intelligence era.

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Wednesday launched the Tinubu Torchbearers (TTB), a political mobilisation group within the All Progressives Congress (APC) aimed at strengthening support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. The post First Lady launches Tinubu Torchbearers, rallies women appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery says its growing surplus of aviation fuel positions it to become a major global supplier, amid rising international demand and ongoing pressure on fuel markets. The post Dangote refinery can supply Jet Fuel Globally — Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The governor said the judgment provides a measure of closure and hope that justice is possible. The post Ondo Gov Welcomes Conviction Of Owo Church Attack Suspects appeared first on Channels Television.

Some 20,000 guests from 130 countries are set to attend the three-day annual Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) - an event once dubbed "Russia's Davos" - which starts Wednesday. The post Ukraine Drones Strike Saint Petersburg As Russian Economic Forum Opens appeared first on Channels Television.

Three members of the House of Representatives on Wednesday formally dumped the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), defecting to the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC), in what appears to be a fresh wave of political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post Three Reps defect from APC to PRP, ADC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Three members of the House of Representatives on Wednesday formally defected from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to opposition parties, in a move that further highlights internal tensions following the party’s primaries. The lawmakers are Hon. Abubakar Baba Zango, representing Yola North/Yola South/Girei Federal Constituency of Adamawa State; Hon. Rabilu Bala, representing Jama’are/Itas-Gadau Federal […]

According to her, children aged 12 to 59 months would receive deworming medication, while health workers would also screen for malnutrition and provide feeding and hygiene counselling. The post FCTA targets 1.5 million children for MNCH Week vaccination drive appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Seven students of the Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda, Zamfara State, were abducted by suspected bandits who invaded their off-campus residence on the outskirts of the Low-Cost area of Kaura Namoda town on Tuesday night. The Chairman of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area, Mannir Haidara Kaura, confirmed the incident, stating that security agencies had launched operations to secure […] Zamfara: Bandits kidnap seven Federal Polytechnic students in Kaura Namoda

The latest 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) University Rankings have revealed the top-performing universities in Nigeria, highlighting institutions that excel in teaching, research, industry engagement, and international outlook

The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Senator Dachung Pam Mwadkon on the growing menace of indiscipline in Nigerian society. The post Senate Tasks NOA On Campaign Against Indiscipline, Links Social Decay To Insecurity appeared first on Channels Television.

By Emmanuel Okogba In recognition of the outstanding performance and contributions of its employees, Egbin Power, Nigeria’s largest power generation company, has held its Employee Recognition Awards (ERA) 2026 to reward the stellar contributions of exceptional employees to the organisation’s achievements in the past year. The colourful awards ceremony brought together the management team and […] The post Egbin Power fuels performance culture, honours outstanding employees, talents at ERA 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, on Wednesday, condemned the abduction of Mrs Busayo Adelabu John-Paul, the younger sister of the former Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu and her twin children by gunmen in the early hours of Wednesday in Ibadan. A statement released by the state APC Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, urged Governor Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-apc-decries-abduction-of-adelabus-sister-sons/

Lionel Messi has won the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, recognizing his sustained excellence, sporting achievements, and global impact. Read More: https://punchng.com/messi-wins-2026-princess-of-asturias-award-for-sports/