A new wave of crisis has erupted within the National Democratic Congress (NDC) following allegations by senior party officials that former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, attempted to take control of the party’s structure in Kano and excluded non-Kwankwasiyya members from participating in its nomination process. The accusations were contained in a statement […] The post Crisis Rocks NDC As Leaders Accuse Kwankwaso Of Party Takeover appeared first on OsunDefender.

President Bola Tinubu has pledged that his administration will intensify efforts to ease economic hardship, tackle insecurity, and secure the release of citizens held captive in various parts of the country. The President’s assurance was conveyed on Sunday by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, during the National Inter-Denominational […]

New Zealand introduces a new six-month work visa for international graduates, offering a bridge to employment. Learn eligibility and application details fo Read More: https://punchng.com/new-zealand-unveils-six-month-work-visa-for-international-graduates/

The Oyo State Police Command on Sunday confirmed the killing of two suspected kidnappers, the arrest of four others, the rescue of a kidnapped woman and her twin sons, and the recovery of firearms, ammunition and other exhibits. Addressing journalists in Ibadan, the Commissioner of Police, Abimbola Olugbenga, said the briefing was in continuation of […]

A security operation in Emede community, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, has left several persons injured, houses razed and a dusk-to-dawn curfew imposed, after a joint task force raid spiralled into violence. The operation, carried out under Operation Delta Sweep involving the Nigerian Army, Police and other security agencies, reportedly targeted a […]

Christian Eriksen is conscious after collapsing on the field again while playing for Denmark’s national team, the country’s soccer federation said Sunday. Foxsports reports that TV images showed the 34-year-old Erikson clutching his chest with both hands in the 65th minute of Denmark’s international friendly against Ukraine at Nature Energy Park in Odense. In the […]

Payaza Africa Limited, a leading payments infrastructure company, has earned strong credit ratings from four major rating agencies, reinforcing its growing reputation as a resilient and credible player in Africa’s financial services ecosystem. The payment company recorded upgrades across the board, with DataPro raising its rating from A to AA-, Intelligence Africa assigning it an […] Payaza gets ‘A’ credit ratings from Moody’s, Agusto, DataPro, Intelligence Africa

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors Youth Directorate, in collaboration with the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Youth Wing, has announced the maiden edition of the Renewed Hope Youth Festival 2026 (RHYF 2026), scheduled as part of activities marking Democracy Day. The organisers said the festival is a youth-centred initiative designed to celebrate Nigeria’s democratic journey while […]

Discover Michelle Williams and Thomas Kail’s love story, from meeting on Fosse/Verdon to marriage, red carpet debuts, and growing their blended family.

Civil society organisations (CSOs), child rights advocates, educators, students, digital rights experts, National Assembly officials and other policy stakeholders have called for the swift passage of the Child Online Access Protection Bill, describing it as essential to addressing rising online harms against Nigerian children. The call was made during a high-level film screening and policy […]

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has recovered N521.76 million in unremitted Value Added Tax (VAT) from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as part of its ongoing probe into revenue leakages and outstanding funds owed to the federal government. The recovery followed an investigation into “Revenue Leakages Through Remita Platform and Non-Compliance […]

Peace and conflict researcher Lekan Olayiwola breaks down how South-West kidnapping is sustained by informal networks, intelligence gaps, and ransom circulation.

The update comes as Nigeria continues to pursue an environmentally friendly crude oil production regime. The post Higher Revenue Allocations To Oil Communities Have Reduced Attacks On Oil Facilities — NUPRC appeared first on Channels Television.

The first batch of 560 Kwara State pilgrims on Sunday returned to Ilorin after the successful completion of the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The pilgrims arrived at the Babatunde Idiagbon International Airport, Ilorin, aboard a Max Air flight at about 12:23 pm, accompanied by three officials of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria […]

“The PSN finds it extremely important to applaud recent impressive judicial pronouncements which enhance pharmacy jurisprudence.” The post Court jails illegal pharmacy operators as PSN raises alarm over fake drug crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 general election in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, has dismissed as false, malicious and baseless any attempt to link him to the kidnapping of former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu’s sister and her twin sons. The media office of the senator, in a […]

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has constituted an independent committee to assess, monitor and verify projects executed under the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) across tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The move, according to a statement signed by NANS National President, Comrade Akinteye Babatunde Afeez, is aimed at promoting transparency, accountability and value for […]

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, NPF have arrested at least four suspected gun runners in Imo and Delta States. The Commissioner of Police for the Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi disclosed this during a press briefing on Monday. The CP said the arrest was a follow up on the case of “unlawful possession […] Police arrest four gun runners in two states

An Israeli military official said Iran fired nearly 30 missiles towards Israel since Sunday night, in the first exchange of fire between the two countries since a truce in April. The post Israel military says Iran fired nearly 30 missiles since Sunday appeared first on Vanguard News.

Shade Okoya captivated attendees at a Lagos event with her stunning maroon attire and respectful greetings to royal dignitaries, sparking widespread admiration.

A sad video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian bride lamented bitterly over the condition of her village house.

Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has raised concerns over rising cases of kidnapping as the country moves closer to the 2027 general elections, warning that insecurity must not be allowed to escalate. The governor spoke on Sunday during a worship service at LoveWorld City (Christ Embassy) in Benin City, where he called for intensified prayers […]

The relationship between the United States and Israel appeared to be facing fresh tensions after the Pentagon reportedly elevated its counterintelligence threat assessment for Israel to its highest level over concerns of alleged espionage activities targeting top American officials. According to NBC News, citing US officials, the Pentagon’s Defense Intelligence Agency assessed that Israel’s “ability […]

Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, will today begin a speedy trial in the suit challenging the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) under Senator David Mark. Lifu had last week ordered an accelerated hearing and adjourned to today, Monday, June 8, for commencement of the hearing, after directing all parties […] The post Court Begins Accelerated Hearing In ADC Leadership Crisis As Party Rejects Merger Plans appeared first on OsunDefender.

The most valuable centre-backs, wingers and midfielders in the world at the moment have been revealed. Transfermarkt recently updated the top 10 most valuable center-backs, midfielders and wingers in the world. Arsenal’s William Saliba leads the list for the centre-back with €100 million, while Barcelona’s Pau Cubarsi and Paris Saint-Germain’s Willian Pacho are tied for […] Most valuable current centre-backs, midfielders, wingers in the world [Full list]

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has announced the postponement of the country’s 2026 Olympic Day celebration by one week. The nationwide event, initially scheduled for Saturday, 27 June 2026, will now be held on Saturday, 4 July 2026. The decision was reached during an emergency meeting of the NOC’s Sport-For-All Commission on Friday, 6 June, […]

For many visitors, however, the most significant story at Ikogosi may not be what is visible on the surface but the business model quietly taking shape behind the scenes.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to defeat terrorism, banditry and other forms of criminality, declaring that the Federal Government will never surrender to those threatening the nation’s peace and security. The President made the pledge through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, during the National Inter […] Tinubu vows no surrender to terrorists as Nigerian govt intensifies nationwide security operations

The Niger State Government has established the Niger State Private Health Facilities Agency (NISPHFA) to strengthen oversight of private healthcare providers and improve service delivery across the state. Speaking at the inauguration of the agency in Minna, the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NISPHFA, Dr Abdullahi Suleiman, said the initiative was designed to […]

The Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has advised pilgrims to strictly adhere to prescribed luggage weight limits to avoid delays in their return journey from Saudi Arabia. The Chairman of the Preaching Sub-Committee of the agency, Sheikh Haliru Maraya, warned that excess luggage could disrupt logistics and delay outbound flights to Nigeria. Maraya gave the […]

An individual reacted to the JAMB announcement on the 2026 mop-up examination for candidates who did not take part in the recently conducted UTME.

Nigerian singer and song-writer, Oyinkansola Sarah Adisa, popularly known as Ayra Starr has reacted to the online backlash she received over her recent outfit.

Onyekachi Apam is backing Morocco and Senegal as Africa's top contenders for the 2026 World Cup based on their rich football history despite the AFCON fallout.

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Convener and facilitator of Renewed Hope for Greater Nigeria (RHGN), Hon. Calistus Anyanwu has called on all pro- Bola Tinubu groups to synergise, speak and work together across the 774 local governments of Nigeria. Anyanwu made the disclosure during what he described as a strategic meeting with […]

June 8 (THEWILL) — The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by former Senate President Adolphus Wabara, has instituted a suit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), seeking judicial intervention to compel the electoral body to recognise and accord legitimacy to the party’s interim National Working Committee (NWC). Marked […] The post Wabara-led PDP BoT Asks Court to Compel INEC to Recognise Turaki-led Interim NWC appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The House of Representatives Spouses Association (HORSA) has proposed a strategic partnership with the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) to intensify advocacy and lobbying efforts for the passage of the Reserved Seats Bill aimed at increasing women’s representation in governance. The proposal was made in Abuja by the wife of the Speaker of the […]