Governor Fintiri's defection carries national symbolism. Adamawa is the home state of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, one of the most influential figures in the fledgling opposition coalition - the African Democratic Congress (ADC) The post ANALYSIS: Fintiri flips Atiku’s home state as PDP crisis deepens appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Cargo operations will begin at Gateway International Airport within 30–45 days, with the first European cargo flight expected soon, Governor Dapo Abiodun announced.

An Oyo State High Court affirms the legitimacy of the PDP Ibadan Convention, a major win for the Turaki-led NWC amid ongoing party leadership disputes. Read More: https://punchng.com/turaki-led-pdp-nwc-hails-oyo-court-judgment-affirming-convention/

It would be recalled that the governor had, in December last year, joined the Accord Party while the lawmakers remained in the PDP until their decision on Friday. The post Osun Assembly speaker, 24 lawmakers dump PDP, join Accord appeared first on Vanguard News.

The governor highlighted that security is a collective responsibility of all, hence the need for the people to support the government towards addressing acts capable of breaching peace and security in the state.

Some of the Participants during the National Workshop on IMO GreenVoyage2050 programme in Lagos  The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), has pledged its commitment to provide the regulatory…

Kano State plans to establish 30 learning centres to enroll out-of-school children, especially girls and Tsangaya pupils, into basic education. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-to-establish-30-learning-centres-for-out-of-school-children/

About 263 stranded Nigerians have voluntarily returned to the country, arriving in Kano on Thursday aboard two Sky Mali flights from Agadez in the Republic of Niger. The returnees were reported to have touched down at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport in two batches. Represented by the Commission’s Kano State Coordinator, Mrs Lubah Liman, […] 263 stranded Nigerians return home from Niger Republic

KANO — Scion of Kwankwaso’s dynasty, and immediate Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, and 4 other ex-Commissioners have challenged the state government in court over the seizure…

No fewer than 500 graduands of the Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, were on Friday inducted into the engineering profession during the institution’s maiden induction and oath-taking ceremony for The post UNIZIK inducts 500 Engineering graduands, rewards 14 First-Class honourees appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Isaac Fayose warns VeryDarkMan and King Mitchy to stop dragging the Ooni of Ife into their ongoing online exchanges over NGO funds and leaked chats

The Defence Headquarters said that military assistance provided by the United States government to Nigeria is at “no cost” and does not undermine Nigeria’s sovereignty. The Director Defence Media Operations, The post U.S. military assistance comes at no cost, Nigeria’s sovereignty intact – DHQ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A lady who studied pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka has made history as she finished with the best cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in her faculty.

NDIC has clarified that depositors of failed banks will receive when bank failed and how payment will be credited using BVN and also the balance.

A political leadership group in Southern Kaduna has formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani, distancing the region from what it described as “distraction politics” promoted through the The post  2027: Southern Kaduna rejects opposition, backs Tinubu – Uba Sani appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

No fewer than 500 farmers and farm managers in Ekiti State have benefited from a free medical outreach organised by the state government as part of efforts to boost food The post Oyebanji offers free medical treatment to farmers in Ekiti appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised the alarm and dismissed the newly unveiled election timetable by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), saying that by the time the…

At the centre of the dispute is a critical question: whether the judgment compels the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise the outcome of the convention, an issue that could shape the party’s leadership structure ahead of the 2027 elections. The post PDP factions clash over Oyo court judgment appeared first on Vanguard News.

A coalition under the aegis of the Southern Kaduna Renaissance Movement has thrown its weight behind security agencies investigating former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over alleged involvement in the The post Wiretapping allegation: Southern Kaduna coalition backs probe, prosecution of El-Rufai appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang assures residents that relative peace has been restored and warns that his administration will not tolerate destabili Read More: https://punchng.com/mutfwang-says-plateau-has-restored-peace-warns-against-destabilisation/

Super Eagles goalkeeper Amas Obasogie receives a two-month suspension for match-fixing allegations, following a concerning trend in Nigerian football and its leagues

Livinius Nwosu exposes the state of King Mitchy's allegedly renovated school, sparking fierce reactions amid her feud with Verydarkman. Fans voice disappointment.

ABUJA – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has bade farewell to the governor of Adamawa state, who has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). The party said: “We are…

President Bola Tinubu has been urged to issue an Executive Order to restore the lawful and constitutional administration of the 13 per cent derivation fund, warning that the continued control The post CSO seeks Tinubu’s Executive Order over governors’ control of 13% fund appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria & UNICEF launch a $406,000 solar-powered vaccine cold chain store in Borno to protect immunisation services for 7.5 million people after floods. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unicef-unveil-406000-cold-chain-store-for-vaccines-in-borno/

IBADAN – Oyo State has recorded a major milestone in specialized healthcare delivery with the establishment of its first Centre for Osteoporosis and Bone Health in Ibadan. The facility was founded…

The Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewale Egbedun, and 24 other serving legislators on Friday defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the Accord Party. The post BREAKING: Osun Speaker, 24 lawmakers dump PDP for Accord Party appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Sporty Group has unveiled a new TV commercial featuring Grammy award winner Damini Ogbulu popularly known as Burna Boy as its global ambassador. The commercial blends Burna Boy’s signature Afro-fusion sound with striking visuals that showcase the artist promoting African cultural unity and excellence. It also features other sports and cultural icons such as Asisat […]

The team, led by Saad Ahmed from the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation, arrived in Yelwata on Monday alongside operatives of the Intelligence Response Team from Abuja The post Forensic team exhumes 105 bodies from Yelwata mass graves appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A former presidential candidate, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has called on the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, to resign over the recently announced timetable for the 2027…

The newly inaugurated Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Amos Fawole, has vowed to reposition the opposition party in the state, insisting that Lagos remains electorally attainable through unity, discipline and deliberate organisation. Speaking at his inauguration in Lagos on Friday, Fawole said his assumption of office went beyond […] ‘We can win Lagos’ – PDP vows to rebuild party

A Nigerian lady has gone viral on social media after celebrating bagging her B.Sc degree from the University of Ibadan. Netizens congratulated her in the comments.

The National Peace Commission has warned against vote-buying and rising insecurity as part of efforts to ensure a peaceful governorship election in Ekiti State ahead of the June 20, 2026 The post Ekiti 2026: National Peace committee warns against violence, vote buying appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Security sources identified the suspect as Shafiu Usman and said he was apprehended in Gombe State after allegedly fleeing Kogi in the aftermath of the attack. The post SSS arrests suspect in Kogi church abduction appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

February 27, (THEWILL) — Renowned Nigerian fuji musician Shanko Rasheed Atanda has announced the death of his first son, Jamaldeen Atanda. Shanko shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram on Friday, expressing his deep sorrow. He did not provide details about when or how his son passed away. In the post, he wrote: “So Sad no […] The post Fuji Singer Shanko Rasheed Atanda Mourns Death of Son appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Oyo State Police Command has apprehended two suspects over the proliferation of illegal arms and ammunition, a menace directly linked to violent crimes within the state and beyond. A The post Oyo police apprehend suspected illegal ammunition traffickers appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.