Oyo State Police Command arrests five armed robbery suspects and recovers firearms, ammunition, and charms in Olodo, Egbeda LGA. Read more on the police op Read More: https://punchng.com/police-recover-firearms-arrest-five-armed-robbery-suspects-in-oyo/

Former South African President Thabo Mbeki has praised former Nigerian Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, for resisting the temptation to remain in power and instead steering Nigeria back to democratic rule within 11 months of assuming office. Mbeki made the remarks virtually on Saturday at the public presentation of three books held in honour […]

A total of 15,281 candidates sat for the 2026 National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) for admission into Federal and State Technical Colleges across Nigeria, reflecting a sharp decline from the 29,260 candidates who registered in 2025. The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed, […]

Families of 13 travellers abducted along the Biu–Maiduguri–Damaturu road have appealed to security agencies and government authorities to intensify efforts to secure their release, saying the victims have now spent 60 days in captivity. The appeal was made during a press briefing held on Saturday at the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Press Centre in […] Families seek rescue of 13 abducted Borno travellers after 60 days in captivity

The Kebbi State Government has commenced the construction of a new Police Mobile Force, PMF, base in Zuru as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and tackle banditry and other criminal activities in the southern part of the state. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Communication and Strategy, Abdullahi Idris-Zuru, disclosed this in […] Kebbi Govt moves to strengthen security, begins construction of PMF base in Zuru

One year after 271 residents were brutally killed in the Yelewata massacre, survivors, families of the victims, religious leaders and political figures on Saturday gathered in the community to honour the dead and renew calls for justice and improved security. The post One year after Yelewata massacre, community honours 271 slain victims, demands justice appeared first on Vanguard News.

New research has identified critical pathways for scaling up maternal nutrition interventions to reach an estimated 7.8 million pregnant women in Nigeria annually, offering fresh insights into how the country can tackle persistent nutritional deficiencies and improve maternal health outcomes. The findings were presented in Abuja during the launch of the Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) […]

"Museums preserve our stories, our identities and our shared experiences. They connect the past with the present and help shape the future," she said.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran Yoruba actor and scholar of African drama, Dr Kola Oyewo, describing him as a legendary thespian whose contributions to theatre and storytelling left an enduring legacy. Atiku made the remarks in a tribute posted on his verified Facebook page on Saturday, […]

Ijaw and Itsekiri stakeholders have agreed a power-sharing deal on Warri Federal Constituency II of Delta State after President Bola Tinubu’s intervention in the dispute over INEC’s ward delineation exercise. The two Delta ethnic groups sealed the agreement during a high-level meeting chaired by the National Security Adviser, NSA, Nuhu Ribadu, and attended by representatives […] Ijaw, Itsekiri agree power-sharing deal over Warri Federal Constituency

Discover why Cris Collinsworth retired from the NFL, his illustrious career with the Cincinnati Bengals, and how he became one of broadcasting's biggest names.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has recounted how the Sultan of Sokoto played a key role in helping to resolve sensitive national issues involving the annual Hajj pilgrimage and the introduction of women’s voting rights in Northern Nigeria during his time as military Head of State. Obasanjo spoke on Saturday in Abuja at the public presentation […]

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that four military leaders — General Yakubu Gowon, General Murtala Mohammed, Major General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua, and former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar — made foundational contributions that shaped modern Nigeria. Obasanjo made the remarks on Saturday at the public presentation of three books in honour of General […]

At her husband's funeral, a woman receives an old wallet from a stranger, revealing a decades-old secret and shocking family truth, opening a can of worms.

Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar reveals MKO Abiola collapsed during a meeting with US envoys, dismissing poisoning claims and attributing his death to natural ca Read More: https://punchng.com/mko-abiola-collapsed-during-meeting-with-us-envoys-not-poisoned-abdulsalami/

Osun State Government dismisses a misleading report claiming 297,000 out-of-school children, clarifying figures from a UNICEF collaboration. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-denies-report-on-297000-out-of-school-children/

Details on the UK Army's official website has revealed a breakdown of the annual salaries of teachers, chaplains and legal officers in the military.

Video footage that has since gone viral showed some protesters at the City Boy Movement headquarters in Abuja throwing stones and other objects at the building while others chanted solidarity songs. The post Group threatens legal action against protesters who occupied its Abuja headquarters appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The governor charged property owners to conduct background checks on their prospective tenants, maintaining that the government would continue to prosecute erring property owners and demolish properties linked to violent crimes.  The post DSS, Others Arrest Suspected Criminals In Enugu, Recover Caches Of Arms appeared first on Channels Television.

Donald Trump’s name has been removed from the John F. Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts in Washington after a judge ruled the renaming unlawful. Learn Read More: https://punchng.com/trumps-name-removed-from-washington-arts-centre/

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to urban renewal with plans to rehabilitate and upgrade more major road networks in Ikeja Government Reserved Area (GRA), including Ladoke Akintola Road, Oladipo Bateye/Tayo Ayeni/Adetunji Adeoba roads, and the Sowemimo corridor. As part of preparations for the projects, the Office of Infrastructure in the Ministry of [...]

Amoka village, Nru Nsukka in Nsukka local government area of Enugu state is yet to recover from the alleged killing of one of their sons. Chiadikaobi Asadu, a 19-year old man was allegedly beaten to death by his kinsmen on order of his father to correct his misdemeanor. The incident which happened on May 23, […] The post How 19-Year Old Man Was Beaten To Death For Stealing Dad’s Money In Nsukka appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Mbeki, who was unable to attend physically due to a family bereavement, described Abdulsalami as one of Africa's foremost statesmen whose contributions to democratic governance, peacebuilding and constitutional rule continue to resonate across the continent. The post Abubakar laid foundation for Nigeria’s democratic stability, Thabo Mbeki appeared first on Vanguard News.

  The federal government has said the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to strengthening security across the country while driving national development through ongoing economic and governance reforms. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this on Saturday in Abuja during an appearance on Radio Link, a Radio Nigeria public […]

On June 13, 2026, the Katsina State Government and the Defence Headquarters officially confirmed the death of Major-General Rabe Abubakar (rtd). On May 30, 2026, General Abubakar and his wife, Hajiya Amina Abubakar, were ambushed and abducted by armed bandits along the Matazu axis of Katsina State while traveling to a wedding. WITHIN NIGERIA takes […] The post From Alkali To Abubakar: Top Retired Military Officers Caught In The Web Of Insecurity appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The Osun State Government has dismissed a report published by a national daily purporting that the state has the highest number of out-of-school children in the South-West, describing it as misleading. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Adekilekun Jimoh, in a statement on Saturday, said the report wrongly claimed Osun had 297,000 out-of-school children. Jimoh […] The post Osun Dismisses Report On 297,000 Out-Of-School Children appeared first on OsunDefender.

“You emerged from the clouds and carefully proceeded to untangle the nation politically. Political prisoners were released, and I was, as has been said by the President of the Senate, the beneficiary of that,” Obasanjo said.

The AFN President also commended Ogazi's record-breaking run and applauded all Nigerian athletes who represented their schools with distinction during the championships.

The incident, which caused panic among traders, motorists and commuters, affected a parked shuttle bus, although no loss of life was recorded. The post Truck Falls Off Bridge In Anambra appeared first on Channels Television.

About 98 Nigerians serving prison sentences in Ethiopia are set to be repatriated to Nigeria following the signing of a prisoner transfer agreement between both countries. The development was announced during a visit by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, to Nigerian inmates at Aba Samuel Prison in Ethiopia, where she conveyed President […] Ninety-eight Nigerians jailed in Ethiopia set to be repatriated home

"The Deal is scheduled to get signed tomorrow, and immediately after it is signed, the Hormuz Strait is OPEN TO ALL," Trump said in a post on his Truth Social platform on Saturday. The post Iran peace deal to be signed Sunday, opening Hormuz – Trump appeared first on Vanguard News.

Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, and the President of the Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice Monica Bolna’an Dongban-Mensem, has commissioned a Mediation Centre and Magistrate Court in Ngototgut Community, Shendam Local Government Area of the state. Mutfwang commended Justice Dongban-Mensem for the visionary initiative, describing the project as a significant contribution to justice delivery […]

Under the rule, VAR can intervene when a referee has clearly penalised the wrong player for an offence.

"We are rising to the occasion of insecurity by deploying technology to safeguard the lives of our people. We will not wait for anyone to come and attack us," the governor said. The post Insecurity: Ogun on high alert, says Abiodun appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian media personality and crossdresser Denrele Edun has sent social media into a frenzy after sharing a dramatic video of himself walking down the aisle, seemingly announcing that he has gotten married. The flamboyant entertainer posted the blurry clip on his Instagram page, accompanied by a caption that appeared to take a subtle dig at […]

A Nigerian nurse has been struck on the head with a stone by anti-immigrant protesters in Belfast, while still wearing her hospital uniform. Chinonso Uche, who has worked as a nurse in Northern Ireland for five years, was targeted while walking home from her shift as riots swept across the city. She says she now […]