President Bola Tinubu has announced the creation of a dedicated welfare fund to support members of Nigeria’s Armed Forces, including those injured in the line of duty and the families of fallen soldiers.

“And I have been openly queer before AND after I went for that show, please never attribute my greatness to a man, he could never have made me this cool, thangyaaaaa.”

Several chieftains of the party, which held sway at the centre from 1999 to 2015, were at the Moshood Abiola Stadium where the convention is happening. The post IN PICTURES: PDP Holds 2026 National Convention appeared first on Channels Television.

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Edo State Football Association have committed to supporting the recently inaugurated Kadiri Ikhana Football Academy (KIFA), intending to adopt it as a model for future academy development across the country. At the official launch of the academy in Auchi on Saturday, the NSC DG, […]

Igor Tudor has left his post as interim head coach of Tottenham Hotspur by mutual consent after just 44 days in charge, the club announced on Sunday. Following some calamitous results, most notably a 5-2 loss to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League last 16 first leg, the Croatian was widely expected to be sacked […]

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has strongly opposed the federal government’s plan to open a Nigerian campus of a United Kingdom university.

Prominent Nigerian political and business figures, including former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, on Sunday attended the Janazah (Islamic funeral prayers) for Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of the immediate-past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai. The funeral prayer was held at the National Mosque Abuja, drawing a large gathering […]

A presidential aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dr Gbenga Hashim, has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, over its timetable for the 2027 general elections, describing it as illegal and inconsistent with the Electoral Act. Hashim made the remark while receiving the National Chairman of the Accord Party, Maxwell […] The post INEC’s 2027 Electoral Timetable Violates Electoral Act — Gbenga Hashim appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Anambra State Government on Sunday evening demolished Airtight Guest House and Bar, an apartment that serves as a brothel, where a large cache of hard drugs was discovered on Saturday night. Operatives of Agunechemba, a local security agency, had on Saturday busted the brothel, arresting its manager, storekeeper and barman, as well as 20 […] Anambra govt demolishes brothel harbouring large cache of hard drugs

Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi has confirmed the birth of his first child with his Portuguese partner, Ines Fontes. The left-back and Fontes have been in a relationship since 2022. Fontes, a content creator, has been sharing photos of the pair in recent weeks. Onyemaechi shared a photo of himself holding the newborn, captioning it, […]

The presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in the 2023 general election, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has resigned from the party with immediate effect, saying the decision was driven by the need for a “strategic realignment” in Nigeria’s political landscape. Kwankwaso announced his resignation in a statement personally signed on Sunday. He said […] The post Kwankwaso Resigns From NNPP appeared first on OsunDefender.

Celtic midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has disclosed that he was shocked by Liverpool star Mohamed Salah’s decision to leave Anfield at the end of the season. Salah will conclude his nine-year stint at Anfield when this season ends, having established himself as a Reds icon with a plethora of individual and team honours and over 250 […]

The Oluwo of Iwo, Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has said Nigerians may eventually push for a constitutional amendment to allow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to remain in office beyond the constitutionally permitted two terms. Akanbi made the remark in a congratulatory message to mark Tinubu’s 74th birthday, describing the president as a decisive leader whose policies are […] The post Nigerians may demand tenure extension for Tinubu — Oluwo appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Society of Nigerian Theatre Artists (SONTA) has urged world leaders to act in the best interests of their people and deliver on the promises made to their citizenry to prevent wars and conflicts. The association made the statement on the occasion of World Theatre Day 2026, held on March 27, with the theme ‘Theatre […]

Popular actress Juliana Olayode has disclosed that her relationship with senior colleague and former mentor, Funke Akindele, has been officially restored. In a recent interview with Chude Jideonwo, Olayode shared that the rekindling of their bond followed years of fervent prayer. She emphasised that her move toward reconciliation was not motivated by professional ambition or […]

As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu celebrated his 74th birthday on Saturday, basketball promoter and developer Igoche Mark joined the well-wishers, specifically commending the President’s influence on Nigerian sport. In a statement he personally signed, Mark, a former basketball player and contender in the Nigeria Basketball Federation election, asserted that the “Renewed Hope” agenda has started […]

Popular singer Ayra Starr and Beninese legend Angélique Kidjo have sent social media into a frenzy following the release of their new collaborative single, ‘Aye Kan,’ showcasing a rare cross-generational bond that is redefining African music. The duo, who have been spotted sharing intimate studio moments, recently went viral after Kidjo posted a video of […]

Dignitaries gathered at Hajia Umma’s funeral in Abuja, reflecting on former Kaduna Governor El-Rufai's challenges post-ICPC release amid condolences from leaders.

‎US-based AI/VR Motion Picture Guild is partnering with the Association of Movie Producers of Nigeria (AMP) ‎for an international storytelling workshop in a global film and technology collaboration. ‎ ‎The AI/VR Motion Picture Guild (AIVRMPG) is a Nonprofit Professional Association based in San Francisco, California, US, focused on emerging media technologies. ‎ ‎The organisation, according […]

Governor Otti’s emergence in the 2023 governorship election under the Labour Party marked a political shift in Abia, ending the PDP’s 24-year hold on power in the state. The post 2027: PDP Will Field Candidate Against Otti If Strong Enough — Ikpeazu appeared first on Channels Television.

A prominent Itsekiri youth group, Itsekiri Youths for Good Governance (IYGG), has called on a former two-time President of the National Association of Itsekiri Graduates (NAIG), Prince Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema, to contest the Delta South Senatorial seat in the 2027 general election. The appeal was contained in a statement issued after what the group described […]

Concerns have mounted over the safety of popular singer Mayorkun and his family following reports of a devastating fire at his Lagos residence late Saturday night. The incident reportedly occurred around 9:35 p.m., shortly after the “Eleko” singer returned home from a performance. Sources suggest an explosion triggered the blaze while the singer, his wife, […]

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) president  Patrice Motsepe said on Sunday he will "respect" the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) decision on Senegal's appeal against being stripped of its Africa Cup of Nations title. The post Motsepe to ‘respect’ CAS decision on AFCON final row appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Oyo State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its crackdown on violent crime with the arrest of a 10-member armed robbery syndicate and the recovery of stolen items valued at about ₦100 million in Ibadan.

Adesanya lost by technical knockout (TKO) in the second round to American fighter Joe Pyfer at a UFC event in Seattle, USA, on Saturday night. Pyfer stopped him with repeated punches on the ground.

Mr Kabara claimed that his conviction was unjust and politically motivated, and it was meant to silence him. The post Kano Islamic cleric sentenced to death for blasphemy, petitions CJN appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

As Nigeria’s banking sector recapitalisation programme draws to a close tomorrow March 31, 2026 the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has raised concerns over weak credit flow to the real economy, noting that credit to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is alarmingly low. Chief Executive of the CPPE, Dr Muda Yusuf while […]

The Kaduna Police Command said it has arrested the alleged phone snatcher, Aminu Lawal, popularly known as “Aminu Yayyafi”, who stabbed a passerby to death along Kawo Flyover. DAILY POST recalls that on March 28, 2026, a passerby near Mamu Oil along Kawo Flyover was attacked by a gang of notorious criminals and dispossessed of […] Police arrest suspected phone snatcher who stabbed victim to death in Kaduna

Tottenham parted company with coach Igor Tudor by mutual consent on Sunday after just seven games in charge as they battle to stay in the Premier League. The post Tottenham sack head coach Igor Tudor appeared first on Vanguard News.

As anticipation builds for the 6th annual Sportsville Special Recognition Award, prominent sports figures across Nigeria continue to send their well wishes. Respected media personality, Dr Danladi Bako OON, has lauded the upcoming ceremony in a letter to the organisers, hailing it as “the most authentic” sports award in the nation’s history. In his letter, […]

Barcelona’s president, Joan Laporta, has discussed Lionel Messi’s exit from the club in 2021. He said he was right to let the legendary player leave due to the financial difficulties the club faced at the time. Messi is often considered the greatest player in the history of the Blaugrana. Nevertheless, he had to depart from […] I was right to let Lionel Messi leave Barcelona – Laporta

The National Association of Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP) has lamented several practices and policies operated by the new management of the National Theatre, Lagos, that have resulted in the exclusion of artistes from the space. The outcry formed a greater part of the association’s official statement to mark the World Theatre Day celebration held annually […]

Top political figures on Sunday thronged Abuja for the burial of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai. The post Photos: Obi, Amaechi, Tambuwal lead dignitaries to El-Rufai’s mother’s burial in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.

Unless strategic measures are in place to structurally reposition the economy along the path recovery, the country risk socio – economic implosion in the face of global meltdown. This was the disposition of the Patrick Linus Akpan, a professor of Business Administration of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO), who expressed concern that the nation’s economy […]

The Nigerian govt has been sent a strong message amid escalating US-Israel vs Iran war, as petrol prices rise sharply, affecting citizens’ daily lives and economy.

Funke Akindele responds cryptically to Yomi Fabiyi's claims of their fractured friendship, stating, "I laugh in Swahili. You will reap what you sow."