Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has offered a blunt assessment of West African football, arguing that the region’s leagues lag far behind those in South Africa and Morocco due to deep-rooted structural failings. Speaking in an interview with Brila FM, the former Chippa United shot-stopper said low player compensation is a major issue, pushing talented […]

Summit University, Offa, Kwara State has debunked a report of a bandits’ attack on the instituion, describing it as a false claim. The vice-chancellor, Professor Abiodun Musa Aibinu, told LEADERSHIP that despite an official announcement denouncing the earlier report, the false claim of a bandit attack resurfaced. Responding to our correspondent’s inquiry, the Vice Chancellor […]

What is Johnny Dang's net worth? He is an American jeweller and entrepreneur. Here is everything you need to know about his family, business, and net worth.

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has again written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), demanding immediate compliance with a subsisting court judgment and seeking a meeting with the commission to resolve the lingering dispute over the party’s leadership recognition. In a letter dated April 13, 2026, addressed to the INEC chairman and copied […]

JAMB has prepared for the 2026 UTME as 2.2 million candidates sat nationwide from April 16 to April 22, ensuring fairness, commitment and strict rules.

Former Chelsea and Nigeria midfielder John Obi Mikel has issued a stark warning to Arsenal, asserting that if the Gunners fail to secure the Premier League title this season, it will not merely be another near-miss, but will be remembered as the single greatest collapse in the competition’s history. Speaking on the Obi One podcast […]

April 14, (THEWILL) — The national convention of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is currently underway in Abuja under heavy security deployment, as the party moves to hold a crucial gathering despite a lingering leadership crisis and regulatory uncertainty. The convention, taking place at the Rainbow Event Center, is being conducted amid the suspension of […] The post ADC Defies Disruption, Holds Convention Under Heavy Security Amid Leadership Crisis appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

To all Arsenal fans saying, 'Mikel, you are too harsh on us,' I'm Chelsea, and you can take it personally. I don't want you to win the Premier League. The post ‘No Chelsea player or fan wants Arsenal to win Premier League’ — Mikel appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ekiti State government has launched a joint security patrol team to tackle all forms of insecurity in the state. The special adviser on Security Matters to the Governor, Brig. Gen Ebenezer Ogundana (rtd) said the security team was launched to comb the bushes and secure borders. The patrol team comprises the Army, police, NSCDC, DSS, […]

In a swift and unexpected pivot for global markets, the United States and Iran are reportedly preparing to resume negotiations in Pakistan later this week.

April 14, (THEWILL) — Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has revealed that youths in the state contribute an estimated N4.5 trillion annually to its Gross Domestic Product (GDP), underscoring their critical role in driving economic growth and innovation. The governor disclosed this on Monday at the Abuja Dialogue, themed “Scaling Excellence: Youth Leadership as Strategic […] The post Sanwo-Olu: Lagos Youths Generate N4.5trn Annually, Drive Economic Growth appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The company said it will continue to focus on strengthening operational performance, expanding strategic opportunities, and contributing to Nigeria’s energy security, while maintaining commitment to environmental stewardship and community development. The post Energia Appoints Oladimeji Bashorun As Chief Executive Officer appeared first on Channels Television.

  A Kaduna State High Court on Tuesday, adjourned ruling for bail in the case instituted by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) against Mallam Nasir El-Rufai. The ruling was supposed to be made on April 14, 2026. The former governor, who is facing a nine-count amended charge bordering on alleged […] The post Again, Court Adjourns El-Rufai’s Bail Ruling Over Judge Bereavement appeared first on OsunDefender.

Residents of Akure, under the aegis of the Akure Youths Coalition, have raised fresh concerns over escalating insecurity in Ondo State, calling for an immediate end on open grazing as part of measures to curb killings and kidnappings in the area. The group said the rising spate of violent attacks across Akure North and South […]

Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court sitting in Ikeja has convicted and sentenced Victor Dickson to life imprisonment for sexually assaulting his neighbour’s six-month-old daughter. Justice Oshodi jailed Dickson for the rest of his life after concluding that the state government had convincingly proved the charge of sexual […]

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde’s 'Mother’s Love' surpassed N100 million at the box office, becoming Nollywood’s first film to donate all proceeds to charity.

Former Nigerian petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, began her defence on Monday at Southwark Crown Court in London, firmly denying allegations that she abused her office or accepted improper financial advantages. Testifying before a London jury, the 65-year-old former Shell executive rejected all six counts brought against her under the UK Bribery Act, insisting she neither […] The post Diezani Testifies Before London Court, Denies Bribery Allegations, Abuse of Office appeared first on OsunDefender.

A young man in Adamawa State has died from knife cuts after reporting to the police how he was stabbed by two other men. The 22-year-old Daniel Samuel of Michika town, had on Sunday, April 12 reported at the Divisional Police Headquarters, Michika, with marks of violence and blood stains on his body. He told […] Two allegedly stab man to death in Adamawa

Entrepreneurs, professionals, and aspiring business leaders have been urged to cultivate the character of discipline, consistency, and focus to achieve all-around success. The call came from a pro-youth group, the UDUF Africa at Onitsha Business School, during the April Business Meeting and Mentorship Session. The meeting drew a vibrant mix of participants eager to gain […]

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on Monday appeared before the Kaduna State High Court for the hearing of his bail application, but proceedings were stalled after prosecutors introduced fresh charges moments before the session. El-Rufai is facing a nine-count amended charge filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission over alleged [...]

The Katsina State Government and security agencies have repeatedly vowed to tackle the menace on several occasions, but cases are still rampant. The post Karauye: Gang violence puts Katsina metropolis on edge appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Delta State police have arrested a man for allegedly buying a prohibited Beretta pistol via Snapchat for N450,000, citing self-protection. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-arrested-in-delta-for-buying-gun-via-snapchat/

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged plans to prevent the African Democratic Congress, ADC, from holding its convention in Abuja, describing the development as an abuse of public office. The claim was made in a statement shared on April 14, 2026, on his official page. According to the statement, the alleged move involves efforts […] Atiku alleges plot to block ADC convention, condemns move as abuse of power

ADC chieftain Amb. Lotanna Ikebunwa has criticised South-East former governors over their endorsement of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections.

The geopolitical landscape of the Middle East shifted violently on Monday night as the United States military officially commenced a "total maritime blockade" of all Iranian ports.

As the world marks 12 years of the abduction of 276 schoolgirls from Chibok in Northeast Nigeria, the Murtala Mohammed Foundation (MMF) has called for renewed accountability, warning that the tragedy had come to symbolise a broader pattern of neglect and diminishing global urgency. In a statement released alongside its latest report, MMF said that […]

A young lady who met billionaire Femi Otedola at Gateway International Airport and asked him for a picture shares the unexpected reply the businessman gave her.

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) yesterday commenced the second phase of its Overseas Scholarship Scheme (OSS) interviews, declaring that only candidates with the capacity to solve Nigeria’s energy challenges will scale through. At the Kaduna centre, where shortlisted PhD applicants appeared before expert panels, the Fund made it clear that academic excellence alone would […]

The Yobe State chapter of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has appealed to the most prominent governorship aspirant from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Kashim Musa Tumsah, to join them and contest the governorship position under its platform. Speaking at a press conference in Damaturu, the state capital, the SDP Chairman in the state, […]

Atletico Madrid hosts Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg, aiming to defend a 2-0 lead as Simeone responds to Yamal's bold challenge.

A UNILAG student who gained admission after her fourth UTME celebrated as she bagged a degree. She also shared her unexpected experience at the university.

Senator representing Borno South in the National Assembly, Ali Ndume, has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to step up efforts to secure the release of over 400 residents of Ngoshe community in Gwoza local government area of Borno State, mostly women and children who were abducted last month by members of Jama’atu Ahlis-Sunna Lidda’Awati […]

APC governorship candidate Bola Oyebamiji visits the Ooni of Ife to seek royal blessings for the 2026 Osun election, vowing to deliver good governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebamiji-seeks-oonis-blessings-ahead-of-osun-election/

Doris Ogala sparks panic after spotting police officers outside her compound, just days after hinting at peace in her feud with Pastor Chris and Tonto Dikeh.

The Federal Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has sensitised education stakeholders from the North-West and North-East zones on the effective implementation of a $552.18 million investment fund to revitalise basic education in Nigeria. The sensitisation workshop, held in Kano, focused on the rollout of the HOPE-EDU and HOPE-GOV […]

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has said human life in Nigeria has become distressingly cheap, accusing the government of turning a blind eye while citizens are killed, kidnapped, and displaced daily. SDP National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, in a statement released on Tuesday, said the crisis of organised criminality that erupted since 2018 has […]