Former president Goodluck Jonathan is reportedly set to run on the PDP platform in the 2027 presidential election, according to emerging reports.

May 11, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian equities market began the week on a strong note on Monday as sustained buying interest across several stocks pushed key indicators higher, lifting the market capitalisation above the ₦160 trillion mark. At the close of trading, the market capitalisation advanced from ₦157.094 trillion at the opening of the session […] The post Equities Rally As NGX Market Cap Crosses ₦160trn On Broad Buying Interest appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

By Shina Abubakar, OSOGBO Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has finally deposed the Apetu of Ipetumodu, Oba Joseph Oloyede following his conviction and eventual imprisonment over for fraud. The monarch was convicted of tax fraud by a United States District Court in the Northern District of Ohio, United States of America on August 26, 2025 […] The post Adeleke deposes Osun monarch convicted in USA over COVID fraud appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the top-performing candidates in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), with Owoeye Daniella Jesudunsin... The post 2026 UTME: Ogun candidate emerges overall best with 372 marks appeared first on Tribune Online.

Thousands of residents and political stakeholders in Eti-Osa, Lagos State, at the weekend declared support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat and member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Noheem Adams, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, has fixed May 15 for definite hearing of a suit filed by a lawyer, Johnmary Jideobi, seeking to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting 2027 presidential election. Justice Peter Lifu of the adjourned the case following the absence of the plaintiff, Johnmary Jideobi and his lawyer in […]

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has distanced himself from issues surrounding the All Progressives Congress, APC, screening of aspirants in Rivers State. Wike insisted that he had no role in the party’s affairs or screening process, stressing that he is neither a “native doctor” nor a prophet. He spoke during […] Rivers: ‘I’m not a native doctor’ – Wike distances self from APC screening controversy 

An Islamic cleric and a defendant in the ongoing trial of suspected coup plotters, Sheikh Sani Abdulkadir, said he warned the co-suspects that the plan would fail and that they would eventually be exposed. Abdulkadir, who said he is a Zaria-based Imam, stated this on Monday in a video evidence tendered by the prosecution before […] The post Coup: I Warned Plotters They Would Fail – Cleric Recruited For Prayers appeared first on OsunDefender.

May 11, (THEWILL) — A fresh twist emerged on Monday in the suit seeking to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election after the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered that fresh hearing notices be served on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), whose […] The post 2027 Eligibility: Court Orders Service On INEC And AGF In Suit To Bar Goodluck Jonathan appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Nigerian equities market sustained its bullish momentum on Monday as renewed investor appetite across banking and industrial stocks lifted the benchmark index to another historic high... The post Market cap hits N160trn as equities rally deepens at NGX appeared first on Tribune Online.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Warriors of Zimbabwe interim head coach Kaitano Tembo has unveiled a 24-man squad for the 2026 Unity Cup, Prompt News reports. Tembo selected three goalkeepers, eight defenders, six midfielders, and seven attackers for the tournament. Only two home-based players — goalkeeper Future Sibanda and midfielder Mongameli Tshuma — made the squad. [...]

The Federal Government on Monday formally launched the Renewed Hope Cooperative Reform and Revamp Programme (RH-CRRP)... The post FG launches Renewed Hope cooperative reform programme, unveils plans appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Nigerian Institute of Petroleum and Gas Engineers (NIPetGE), has presented a suite of far-reaching proposals aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s energy framework. Central among them is the creation of a National Centre for Intelligent Energy Systems to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and robotics across the oil and gas value chain. […]

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, on Monday, released the minimum Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, cut-off marks approved by universities across Nigeria for the 2026 admission exercise. The cut-off marks were announced following the 2026 Policy Meeting on Admissions to Tertiary Institutions held in Abuja. According to the approved list, Pan-Atlantic University fixed […] Full list: UNILAG, UI, UNN, ABU, others cut-off marks for 2026 admission

No fewer than 30 people were reportedly killed on Sunday evening after heavily armed bandits attacked travellers along the Magami–Dansadau highway in Zamfara State. As reported by Daily Post, the deadly assault, described by residents as one of the worst recorded on the route this year, occurred between Magami and Gusau when the attackers reportedly [...]

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Hundreds of aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Abeokuta South Local Government Area of Ogun State on Monday staged a peaceful protest over the alleged refusal of party leaders to issue them membership cards, despite completing their registration. The protesters also accused some leaders within the party of […] The post APC members protest alleged candidate imposition, withholding of membership cards in Ogun appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Tinubu praises elder statesman Reuben Fasoranti on his 100th birthday, hailing him as a principled champion of justice, democracy, and unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-fasoranti-as-champion-of-justice-at-birthday-celebration/

A licenced Indigenous broadcasting organisation, Metro Digital Limited has accused a pay television company, Multichoice of refusing to obey judgements emanating from Courts in Nigeria. It said the latest of such judgements is the one that was delivered by Justice Chinelo Odili of Rivers State High Court on May 4, 2026 in Suit No. PHC/3943/FHR/2025. […]

A former Accountant General of Nasarawa State and governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Zakka Yakubu, has promised an all-inclusive government and development if elected. Yakubu resigned from the state civil service as a permanent secretary to contest the governorship election in the state. Speaking at a mega rally […]

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday played a video recording containing the alleged confession of an Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Abdulkadir, who is standing trial alongside others accused of plotting to overthrow the administration of President Bola Tinubu. In the video presented before the court, Abdulkadir, identified as the sixth defendant in the [...]

May 11, (THEWILL) — Abbey Mortgage Bank Plc is seeking shareholders’ approval to raise ₦164.5 billion through a combination of equity and debt issuances as part of plans to strengthen its capital base, expand operations, and support long-term growth. The proposal is contained in the notice for the bank’s 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled […] The post Abbey Mortgage Eyes ₦164.5bn Capital Raise To Drive Expansion, Restructuring appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

United States President Donald Trump, has described Iranian leaders as “lunatics”. Trump made the remark while maintaining that Iran can’t have nuclear weapons. Addressing reporters in the Oval Office of the White House, the US President said Iran had agreed to allow the removal of all its enriched uranium but then changed its mind. He […] ‘You’re lunatics, you can’t have nuclear weapon’ – Trump hits Iran leaders

INEC plans to deploy 1.4 million ad hoc staff for the 2027 elections, emphasizing that NYSC corps members are the central pillar of Nigeria’s electoral pro Read More: https://punchng.com/corps-members-central-to-2027-elections-inec-tells-dg/

The president/chief executive of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote has held a high-level meeting with Nicolai Tangen, the chief executive officer of Norges Bank Investment Management, the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund manager, overseeing assets valued at approximately $1.9 trillion.   At the meeting, the Norwegian investment institution expressed strong interest in partnering with Dangote Group […]

Industry analysts have warned that global oil strategic reserves are being drained to make up for lost Middle East supply and keep a lid on prices. The problems are exacerbated as the crisis is coming at a time when refiners normally build inventories ahead of peak demand season in the northern hemisphere. It is also […]

An Edo High Court sitting in Benin City, presided over by the Chief of the State, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, has dissolved the 12-year marriage between Ms Best Mbiere, a female journalist and her estranged husband Mr Okechukwu Mbiere, over the irreconcilable breakdown of the union. DAILY POST reports that the court delivered the judgment in […] Edo: Court dissolves journalist’s marriage, grants her custody of children

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was pleased to see Marcus Rashford clinch the LaLiga title with Barcelona. Rashford, on a season loan from United, scored a stunning free-kick as Barça beat Real Madrid 2-0 on Sunday to seal a triumph in the Spanish top flight. Fernandes, who has played with Rashford for almost five seasons […]

The Acting Registrar of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), Dr Donald Ibe Ofili, has warned that poor diagnostic practices and unprofessional conduct remain major threats... The post Poor diagnostic practices threaten healthcare system — MLSCN appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has affirmed the conviction and 12-year prison sentence handed to a 42-year-old man, Dauda Sani Haladu, found guilty of raping his 15-year-old domestic worker, in what the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) described as a major victory against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV). According to […] Supreme Court upholds 12-year jail term for child rapist

Regular egg consumption may help lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease, with frequent intake linked to as much as a 27 per cent reduction in risk... The post Eating eggs could cut Alzheimer’s risk by 27% — Researchers appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Shariah governance, regulatory clarity, and risk management in the non-interest financial services industry as part of efforts to sustain public confidence, financial stability, and the orderly growth of the sub-sector. The commitment was restated at the 2nd annual interactive session between the CBN […]

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 elections, the Forum of Nigerian Professionals in Politics (FNPP) has alerted President Bola Tinubu to an alleged plot to destabilize the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) at a critical stage of political consolidation. The alarm follows an aborted “coup” last week, where some governors reportedly plotted to […] The post 2027: FNPP alerts Tinubu of plot to destabilize APC Governors’ Forum appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Kachi has condemned Ilebaye Odiniya following her father's viral audio detailing serious allegations against her

The federal government, in partnership with the European Union and the World Health Organization, on Monday launched a €4.2 million initiative aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s capacity to detect and respond to disease outbreaks. The programme, tagged: “EU Support to Public Health Institutes in Nigeria (EU-SPIN), ” was unveiled in Abuja at a gathering of health […]

Attorneys for Lipa filed the suit Friday in a US court in California, claiming "massive, continuing, unauthorized commercial exploitation of her valuable image and likeness by Samsung on cardboard television boxes." The post Dua Lipa Sues Samsung Over Use Of Her Likeness On TV Box appeared first on Channels Television.

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