The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has dismissed reports and unofficial announcements circulating on social media regarding the outcome of its Enugu State primary elections, describing them as false, unauthorised and misleading. The post NDC debunks fake primary election results circulating on social media appeared first on Vanguard News.

YouTube is tightening its rules around AI-generated content, and the changes could affect how millions of creators upload videos, grow audiences, and make money online. As artificial intelligence becomes more common across social media, the platform is expanding its ability to automatically detect and label videos that contain AI-generated voices, faces, or edited scenes. The […] The post Before you upload that next video: How YouTube’s new rules could affect your views & earnings appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

A Nigerian Catholic priest, Anthony Odiong, has been convicted by a jury in the United States on multiple sexual assault charges and now faces the possibility of spending the rest of his life behind bars. Odiong, 57, was found guilty of one count of first-degree sexual assault and two counts of second-degree sexual assault following [...]

An eyewitness said that the attackers arrived on motorcycles and opened fire on residents and passersby The post Many Feared Dead, Scores Missing As Suspected Bandits Attack Katsina Village appeared first on Channels Television.

French intellectual and Resistance member Edgar Morin, known for critical thinking and “cinema verite,” has died at 104. Learn about his life and legacy. Read More: https://punchng.com/french-philosopher-edgar-morin-dies-at-104/

Lawyers under the umbrella of Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners, ALDRAP, has insisted that the defection of Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Kingsley Chinda, from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the All Progressives Congress, APC, is illegal. Chinda emerged the governorship candidate of the APC in Rivers State during the […] Chinda: Only Speaker can declare lawmaker’s defection during plenary – Lawyers

One moment, she was sharing videos about motherhood, family life, and her emotional fight to adopt a little girl named Precious. The next, her social media pages suddenly went quiet. The shocking death of Nigerian TikToker Monique Pearls at the age of 30 has left thousands of followers heartbroken and searching for answers. Known for […] The post Who was Monique Pearls? The TikToker who died at 30 & the Precious story that made her famous appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The Court of Appeal has upheld a high court order nullifying the Rivers APC ward, local government, and state congresses that produced the Tony Okocha-led exco loyal to FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. Recall that Okocha had filed an appeal at the appellate court against the ex parte order of the High Court, which barred the […] Rivers: Court affirms orders nullifying APC congresses

Party members and journalists were harassed and assaulted, while several mobile phones and other valuables were stolen The post Thugs invade factional PDP convention, assault journalists; Jonathan named presidential candidate appeared first on Vanguard News.

Arsenal's Jurrien Timber shares an inspiring biblical message ahead of the UCL final against PSG, as he aims to help secure the club's first Champions League trophy.

Respite appears to be on the way for Nigerians as the Dangote Refinery has reduced its gantry premium motor spirit and automotive gas oil prices. The spokesperson of Dangote Group, Anthony Chijiena, confirmed this to DAILY POST on Saturday. Accordingly, the 650,000-per-day refinery reduced its petrol to N1,250 per liter from N1,275, while the diesel price […] Dangote Refinery reduces fuel, diesel prices

In the world of Nigerian entertainment, clashes between celebrities are rarely just about insults online. Behind the drama are usually deeper issues involving loyalty, influence, money, and power. What started as subtle shade between Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy and celebrity businessman Cubana Chief Priest has now escalated. The fight has gone beyond social media jokes. […] The post Inside the Burna Boy and Cubana Chief Priest feud: Why Davido is at the centre of it appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Music video director-turned-filmmaker, Dami Twitch, has revealed that Nollywood producers can no longer use Afrobeats songs in their movies without permission. Speaking in a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, Twitch explained that this is because most Afrobeats artists now have publishing deals with foreign companies. Twitch noted that a lot of Nollywood producers can’t […] Nollywood producers can’t freely use Afrobeats songs in movies anymore – Dami Twitch

A Texas jury has convicted Nigerian-born Catholic priest Anthony Odiong of sexually assaulting women under his spiritual care and authority in the US.

Edo State marks Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026 by distributing sanitary pads and providing sensitisation to schoolgirls, promoting health, dignity, and educati Read More: https://punchng.com/menstrual-hygiene-day-edo-distributes-sanitary-pads-to-schoolgirls/

The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Tanimu Turaki on Saturday declared former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The decision was taken at a special national convention held at the faction’s national secretariat in Area 10, Garki, Abuja. Jonathan was not present at the event where […] The post PDP Faction Declares Jonathan Presidential Candidate In Absentia appeared first on OsunDefender.

Borno State records a devastating cholera outbreak in May 2026, with 37 deaths and over 3,000 cases across seven LGAs. Urgent action needed. Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-records-37-deaths-over-3000-cholera-cases/

The Taminu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, says former President Goodluck Jonathan’s running for presidency is not his ambition but a call from Nigerians. National Publicity Secretary of the faction, Ini Ememobong, stated this on Saturday while interacting with newsmen after the PDP camp declared Jonathan as its presidential candidate in absentia. Speaking, Ememobong […] 2027: ‘Jonathan’s running not his ambition but call from Nigerians’ – PDP faction

NGF Chairman AbdulRahman Abdulrazaq reveals governors expected widespread riots after Tinubu’s fuel subsidy removal but no protests occurred. Learn more ab Read More: https://punchng.com/we-expected-riots-ngf-chairman-recalls-anxiety-over-tinubus-subsidy-removal/

Amnesty International Nigeria trains 30 young human rights defenders in Cross River to strengthen civic space and promote human rights awareness at the gra Read More: https://punchng.com/amnesty-trains-30-youths-to-defend-human-rights-in-cross-river/

Chairman of the Nigeria Governors' Forum, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq said the governors were actively engaging with the Federal Government and organised labour to arrive at a wage structure that is fair to workers and sustainable for government finances. The post Govs Propose ₦100,000 As New National Minimum Wage appeared first on Channels Television.

May 2026 is a special month for several Nigerian celebrities as many of them either welcomed their first children or announced they were expecting. From Nollywood stars to fashion and music personalities, fans celebrated these major family milestones with excitement across social media. Here are four Nigerian celebrities who became first-time parents or parents-to-be in […] The post From Mo Bimpe to Sharon Ooja: 4 celebrities who became first-time parents in May 2026 appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

An aspirant for the Esan South Constituency seat in the Edo State House of Assembly, Barrister Victor Giwa, has approached a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja to nullify the outcome of the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election for the constituency. In a suit dated May 29, 2026, numbered ABJ/FHC/C’S/1078/26, Giwa, a lawyer, prayed […] Edo Assembly primary: Aspirant drags APC candidate, others to court

Oyo State Fire Service has recovered the two bodies of two passengers from a river in Ibadan, after the vehicle they were traveling in ran into the water. The two bodies were recovered from Ariyo river along Amuloko, in Ona Ara Local Government Area of the state on Friday. It was learnt that the incident involved […] Fire agency recovers two bodies as car plunges into river in Ibadan

A PDP faction has declared former President Goodluck Jonathan its presidential candidate for 2027, even in his absence. Get the full details here. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-pdp-faction-declares-jonathan-presidential-candidate-in-absentia/

The office of former President Goodluck Jonathan has disowned a trending Instagram account operating under the handle @goodluck_ebelejonathan, describing it as fake, misleading and not authorised to represent him in any form.   In a statement issued on Friday, Jonathan’s media aide, Ikechukwu Eze, clarified that the former president does not own, operate or maintain […]

Liverpool Football Club are poised to appoint Andoni Iraola as their next manager, according to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano.   The announcement, made on Saturday, confirms that the club have made a definitive decision regarding their managerial future.   Negotiations are expected to progress rapidly, with formal steps being taken to finalise the appointment. This […]

Nigerian singer Spyro has triggered one of the most talked-about conversations on social media after publicly questioning the silence of some of Nigeria’s most influential religious leaders amid worsening insecurity and hardship in the country. In an emotional video shared online just hours before Children’s Day, the singer criticised churches, mosques and prominent clerics for […] The post Spyro vs religious leaders: Adeboye, Oyedepo, Jerry Eze, Sheikhs, others mentioned in singer’s callout – Here’s why appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Actor Olaiya Igwe reveals his childhood fascination with tribal marks, his evolving views, and the cultural significance in a recent interview with Agbaletu TV.

The Oyo State Fire Services Agency has recovered two bodies from Ariyo River along Amuloko–Akanran Road in Ibadan following a fatal road accident involving a Toyota Avensis that plunged into the waterway.   The special adviser on Fire Services Reform and chairman of the agency, Dr. Moroof Akinwande, confirmed the incident on Saturday, saying the […]

Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma rates the Tinubu administration 100% for saving Nigeria from collapse and bringing stability. Read more on Punch. Read More: https://punchng.com/uzodimma-rates-tinubu-100-says-administration-saved-nigeria-from-collapse/

The centre is designed to close infrastructure gaps while also ensuring that quality health services reach every Nigerian community. The post 90 Million Nigerians To Benefit As Tinubu Unveils Lagos Vaccine Storage Hub appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigerian singer Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has revealed why he broke up with his ex-girlfriend, claiming that she was “quite manipulative”. In an interview with YouTuber Korty EO, Rema said the relationship was “beautiful” but not always peaceful. The singer lamented that sometimes when he returns home hoping to rest from the pressure […] Why I broke up with my ex-girlfriend – Rema

Actor and content creator Abdulgafar Abiola, popularly known as Cute Abiola, has marked five years of marriage with his wife, Mahma. Prompt News reports the comedian took to his Instagram page to celebrate the milestone, sharing adorable family photos while reflecting on their journey together. He described the union as a blend of “love, friendship, [...]

Real Madrid, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain lead the top 10 global jersey sales with Premier League champions Arsenal missing out. According to a recent study conducted by Euromericas Sport Marketing, Real Madrid topped the global rankings with sales exceeding 3.13 million jerseys this season. The Los Blancos achieved this, thanks to the star power of […] Real Madrid, Barcelona, PSG lead top 10 world jersey sales as Arsenal miss out

A young lady has grabbed emotions online after celebrating graduating from the University of Ibadan. She made a public request after speaking about her late father.