May 16, (THEWILL) — United States President, Donald Trump, has announced that American and Nigerian forces carried out a successful counterterrorism operation that reportedly eliminated Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as the second-in-command leader of the Islamic State (ISIS) globally. Trump announced on Friday in a statement posted on social media, where he praised the operation as […] The post Trump Announces Death Of ISIS Global Deputy In Joint Nigeria-US Operation appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

By Shuaib I. Shuaib Hassan Tukur, a native of Adamawa was Principal Secretary to President Goodluck Jonathan. But he served the president in ways far beyond what his title suggested. He was first of all an administrator and a political operative. He was also an intelligence officer in the heart of the presidency. Because of […]

Boeing, the biggest US exporter by dollar value, was caught up in the tariff war launched when Trump returned to the White House in January 2025. The post Boeing confirms China commitment to buy 200 aircraft appeared first on Vanguard News.

A man who attended the same university as late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has taken to social media to explain what he did when fans approached him for photos.

An Anglican Bishop decries Nigeria’s economy and widespread hardship but expresses optimism that the nation will overcome its current challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/anglican-bishop-laments-economic-hardship-says-better-days-ahead/

Twitter troll Swanky, receives a two-year jail term for falsely claiming the death of Adekunle Gold and Simi's daughter, Deja, from Canavan disease.

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has approved the immediate suspension of the production and issuance of Unified Business Identification Cards across the state. The decision was announced in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Internal Security, Babayo Liman, and made available to journalists in Bauchi on Friday. According […] Gov Mohammed suspends issuance of business ID cards in Bauchi

A young man, Abubakar Haruna, in Potiskum, Yobe State, died in a road accident during a bride conveyance celebration. The accident, which occurred on Friday, has renewed concerns over reckless conduct by youths during social ceremonies in the community, as a group of young men escorting a bride rode motorcycles in a dangerous and aggressive manner […] Accident claims man’s life in Yobe bride conveyance celebration 

Governor Dauda Lawal has expressed excitement over the inaugural 2026 Hajj flight departing from the newly constructed Gusau International Airport to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   The inaugural flight departed Gusau International Airport on Friday, carrying 415 Zamfara’s intending pilgrims aboard Max Air flight NGL270.   The historic flight recorded a total number of […]

The Governor made the appeal during a meeting with political stakeholders, elders, party leaders, and supporters from the Gaya, Ajingi, and Albasu Federal Constituency held at the Government House, Kano.

President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, confirmed the killing of a wanted Islamic State (IS) leader, Abu-Bilal Al-Manuki, also known as Abu-Mainok, during a joint counterterrorism operation conducted by Nigerian and United States forces in the Lake Chad Basin.   Tinubu said the operation, carried out overnight by the Nigerian Armed Forces in collaboration with the […]

Future, 21 Savage and Sexyy Red are among the artists who were invited to collaborate with the chart-topping "Hotline Bling" rapper. The post Drake releases three albums at once appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has said the 2027 general elections will not follow the same pattern as the 2023 polls. Tambuwal, who spoke during an appearance on Politics Today on Friday, said the political environment ahead of 2027 is already changing. “Politics is dynamic, and virtually everything about people is dynamic. 2027 may […] 2027 may be a replay of 1979 elections – Tambuwal 

Uduma, who was among aspirants not favored in the consensus arrangement announced his resignation from the party in letter sent to the party’s chairman for Amiri Ekoli ward of Edda Local Government Area (LGA) on Friday.

It did not state the reason for the rescheduling. The post APC Reschedules National Assembly Primaries In Zamfara appeared first on Channels Television.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has hailed a major breakthrough in the fight against terrorism after Nigerian and United States forces carried out a high-impact joint military operation that reportedly eliminated a top Islamic State commander in the Lake Chad Basin. In a statement made available to The News Chronicle  President Tinubu described the overnight mission […]

President Tinubu, in a statement on Saturday, said he looked forward to more decisive strikes against all terrorist enclaves across the nation. The post ‘I look forward to more strikes’ – Tinubu speaks on killing of ISIS leader appeared first on Vanguard News.

This will be the last dance for Messi and Ronaldo, who will become the first players to appear in six different World Cups, two decades on from their fresh-faced debuts at the finals. The post Messi, Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.

The first problem with the one-million claim is arithmetic. Kwara Central has four LGAs: Asa, Ilorin East, Ilorin South, and Ilorin West. The post Don’t sell Tinubu phantom million votes in Kwara central appeared first on Vanguard News.

MARK ITSIBOR writes that After raising N4.65 trillion, Nigeria’s banks now face tougher task: transforming fresh capital into economic growth, stronger governance, and lasting financial stability Nigeria’s banking sector is entering a decisive new phase. After years of operating under capital constraints that limited the ability of lenders to finance large-scale investments, the industry is […]

S&P Global Ratings upgrades Nigeria’s credit rating to ‘B’ from ‘B-‘, citing economic reforms, higher oil production, and FX market liberalization. Read More: https://punchng.com/sp-upgrades-nigerias-credit-rating-to-b-cites-economic-reforms/

Aisha Nasir El-Rufai has said she was denied access to see her husband, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, while he is in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC.   According to Mrs. El-Rufai, she was stopped from delivering food and from bringing a medical doctor to see […]

Putin and Xi will "exchange views on key international and regional issues" and sign a joint declaration at the conclusion of their talks, it added. The post Putin To Visit China May 19-20 After Trump Trip appeared first on Channels Television.

Emeka seeks to find out the identity of the man his son has been meeting in a black Toyota Crown. This path leads him to uncover deep family secrets.

Trump wrapped up a state visit to Beijing on Friday where Chinese President Xi Jinping had pressed him not to support Taiwan, which China claims is part of its territory. The post We’re independent nation, Taiwan says after Trump’s warning appeared first on Vanguard News.

The confirmation came after President of the United States, Donald Trump late Friday via his Truth Social Platform, noted that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, whom he described as the terrorist group’s second-in-command globally, had been eliminated.  The post President Tinubu Confirms Killing Of ISIS Top Leader Al-Manuki In Fresh US-Nigeria Operation appeared first on Channels Television.

At 95, my dying grandma gave me a key and a warning. What I found inside her hidden box reopened wounds my family had buried for decades, changing us forever.

After 25 years of silence, I walked into my son's wedding uninvited with a confession that could destroy his big day or finally free us both that night.

Across Nigeria, a dangerous idea has quietly become normal. It echoes in homes, beer parlours, market squares, and WhatsApp groups: “He spent heavily to win office, so he must recover his money.” Another variation says, “Politics is an investment.” That mindset may sound harmless, but it is one of the biggest reasons Nigeria continues to […]

The recent upgrades by major global rating agencies reflect improving investor confidence in Nigeria’s economic reforms, fiscal management and medium-term growth prospects despite persistent economic challenges. The post FG welcomes S&P upgrade, says it reflects growing confidence in Nigeria’s economic reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Putin and Xi will "exchange views on key international and regional issues" and sign a joint declaration at the conclusion of their talks, it added. The post Putin to visit China May 19-20 after Trump trip appeared first on Vanguard News.

Peter Obi means well. I will give him that much. The Labour Party presidential candidate, who is likely the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, has been consistent on at least one thing since he entered the 2027 race: he wants to be a one-term president. “I would not stay a day longer than four years, […]

The Nigerian President said elimination of Abu-Bilal Al-Manuki, also known as Abu-Mainok, along with several of his lieutenants was confirmed in early assessments of the impact of the operation.

Chinedu mourns Adaeze while his mother takes control of the home. Everything changes when Amara reveals a secret suitcase that uncovers a web of lies and betrayal.

Fear and outrage have gripped Ahoro-Esinele community in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State after gunmen invaded two schools, killed a teacher, and abducted several pupils in a violent attack that has thrown families and residents into mourning. The post Gunmen kill teacher, abduct pupils in Oyo school attack appeared first on Vanguard News.

The immediate past Chairman of Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State, under the All progressives Congress, APC, Hon. Shehu Sule Udi has purchased a nomination form for Ringim and Taura Federal constituency under the platform of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. ‎DAILY POST reports that Mr. Udi dumped APC, citing what he called deviation […] 2027: Ex-APC council chairman picks ADC reps nomination form in Jigawa