President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs Arinola Ogbara-Banjoko as a Non-Executive Director to represent Lagos State on the Board of the Nigeria Commodity Exchange (NGX), under the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment. Mrs Ogbara-Banjoko replaces Mrs Bamidele Hussein. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu had earlier in April […]

Nigerian innovator Joshua Ichor joins the elite EWOR Fellowship, showcasing African tech talent’s potential to build billion-euro companies globally.

A player will have a sense of loyalty not only because he or she has value, but also because the platform provides momentum, recognition, and a sense of progression The post Gamification is quietly rewriting what casino loyalty means appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Eight kidnapers belonging to the same family have been arrested by personnel of the Nasarawa State Police Command. One of the family members, identified as Muhammed Alfa, however, lost his life during the operation. Addressing journalists on the development, the Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Shatima Jauro, said all the suspects are from Rugan Alhaji […]

Natasha Idibia, wife of singer 2Baba, and Edo PDP lawmakers defect from the PDP to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in a major political shift. Read More: https://punchng.com/2faces-wife-natasha-edo-pdp-lawmakers-defect-to-ndc/

Ogun Poly holds a security summit to address rising kidnapping and robberies in student communities, bringing together police and community leaders. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-poly-holds-security-summit-to-tackle-kidnapping-robberies/

Rep. Ugochinyere calls for opposition party unity, urging an end to internal attacks to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic opposition and address key issues. Read More: https://punchng.com/ugochinyere-urges-opposition-parties-to-unite/

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has warned the federal government to hands off its judicial matters and cease all alleged attempts to interfere in the ongoing case involving Nafiu Bala Gombe through covert pressure on Justice Nwite to recuse himself from the matter. The party said it has uncovered a disturbing plot by desperate forces […] 2027: Hands off our judicial matters – ADC tells federal government

A prominent former presidential candidate has raised an alarm, alleging that President Bola Tinubu sent some thugs to his party's secretariat after his screening.

The Oyo State Police Command has foiled an attempted robbery operation in Iseyin, killing one suspected robber and arresting two others during a fierce exchange of gunfire. The command disclosed that the incident occurred around 2am along Saki Road in Iseyin after security operatives received credible intelligence about an ongoing robbery attack at a residential [...]

The governor picked the nomination form when he attended the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the APM The post Gov Mohammed picks form to vie for Bauchi South Senatorial seat appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Tinubu appoints Arinola Ogbara-Banjoko as a Non-Executive Director to the Nigeria Commodity Exchange Board to boost commodity trading. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-appoints-lagos-mobile-court-coordinator-to-commodity-exchange-board/

Captain John McGinn scored twice as Aston Villa overwhelmed Nottingham Forest 4-0 on Thursday to win their all-English Europa League semi-final 4-1 on aggregate. The post Aston Villa crush Nottingham Forest to reach Europa League final appeared first on Vanguard News.

The apex leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency has adopted former Commissioner for Women and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye, as the consensus candidate for the House of Representatives ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was reached during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held at the residence of the chairman […] Ifo/Ewekoro: APC leaders adopt former commissioner as consensus candidate

Nigerian singer Portable garners attention for his son's naming ceremony, offering free Asoebi while addressing family controversies and social media buzz.

APM’s Rotimi Babajide has declared his intention for the Ogun governorship 2027 race, pledging to create 150,000 jobs within his first four years. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-apm-chieftain-declares-gov-ambition-promises-150000-jobs/

The naira extended its appreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Thursday. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira firmed further to N1,355.85 against the dollar on Thursday, from N1,357.34 exchanged on Wednesday. This means that, on a day-to-day basis, the naira slightly gained N1.5 against the […] Naira exchange rate today, May 7, 2026: Nigerian currency extends appreciation

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Dr. Yunusa Tanko has reacted to the activities of unpatriotic elements trying to infiltrate the original political pressure group created to support the base of former Anambra state governor, Mr. Peter Gregory Obi. In press statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, Tanko said [...]

Asisat Oshoala scores a brilliant hat-trick, leading Al Hilal Women to a 5-1 victory and securing their place in the Saudi Women’s Cup final. Read More: https://punchng.com/asisat-oshoalas-hat-trick-sends-al-hilal-into-saudi-womens-cup-final/

A governorship aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Benue State, Peter Adejoh, has warned against attempts to turn Nigeria into a one-party state ahead of the 2027 general elections. Adejoh, who picked his nomination form to contest the 2027 governorship election in Benue State on Thirsday, said democracy can only […] Benue guber 2027: One-party state is bad for any country — Peter Adejoh

The Lagos State Government has set dates from May 12-19 for the 2026 Lagos Public Service Exam. Find official guidelines and CBT details here. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-announces-dates-guidelines-for-2026-public-service-examinations/

VP Kashim Shettima submits President Bola Tinubu’s nomination forms to the APC, signaling the start of his re-election bid for the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-submits-tinubus-apc-nomination-forms/

Rangers have declared their intention to win the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title. The Flying Antelopes are chasing a ninth NPFL title. Rangers will battle Bendel Insurance at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on Sunday. Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side sit at the top of the NPFL table with 62 points, with two matches […] NPFL: Rangers battle ready for season finale

By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau An Olympian and former Super Falcons forward, Patience Avre-Odeli has tasked the National Sports Commission Football Federation (NSC) and its agency the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to ensure that Nigeria picks one of the two tickets to represent Africa in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games Women’s Football Tournament. [...]

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) condemns the growing misuse of police powers and the criminalisation of defamation, which are civil disputes. Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-tackles-police-over-criminalisation-of-defamation/

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and aspirant for the Benue South Senatorial District seat, David Olofu, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to remain independent and create a level playing field for opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. Olofu made the call shortly after picking his nomination […] Benue South 2027: INEC should let opposition parties breathe — David Olofu

May 07, (THEWILL) — The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a significant breakthrough in its ongoing campaign against kidnapping and violent crimes with the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers during a coordinated security operation in Rukubi Community, Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The operation, carried out by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force […] The post Police Arrest Eight Suspected Kidnappers, Recover AK-47 Rifles In Nasarawa Crackdown appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

A hairy lady has publicly decried facing rejections from Port Harcourt landlords and caretakers. She recounted three unpleasant experiences she has had.

Residents of the Jaleyemi area of Osogbo, Osun State, were thrown into confusion on Thursday after the decomposing body of a hairstylist identified simply as Kemisola was discovered inside her apartment. The remains were later evacuated by operatives of the Osun State Police Command after the incident was reported. A co-tenant in the building, who [...]

The Nigerian Army has said that troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, OPHK, in the early hours of May 7, 2026, successfully contained an attack by ISWAP terrorists on the Forward Operating Base, FOB, Maiduguri, under Sector 3. A statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel, Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task […] Two soldiers die as Nigerian army foils ISWAP attack on FOB Maiduguri

The Senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Saliu Mustapha, has vowed to become the next governor of the state come 2027 despite renewed concerns over the resurgence of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, led by former Senate President Bukola Saraki. Mustapha expressed his confidence on Thursday when he submitted […] 2027: Mustapha moves to succeed AbdulRazaq in Kwara

The federal government has validated a set of harmonised national protocols aimed at strengthening the conservation, characterisation, and monitoring of Nigeria’s Animal Genetic Resources (AnGR). The post Nigerian govt adopts unified protocols to protect livestock genetic resources appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Senator Saliu Mustapha has officially entered the Kwara 2027 governorship race with APC nomination forms, highlighting inclusiveness amid rising political tensions.

African Democratic Congress members in Borno protest alleged plans to impose candidates, demanding free and fair primaries to ensure party democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-adc-members-reject-consensus-demand-fair-primary/

Beyond firefighting, Tanshi is also focused on changing public perceptions about bats, animals often associated with witchcraft, disease, or bad omens in parts of Nigeria. The post How Iroro Tanshi Became Environmental Hero, Won Goldman Prize appeared first on Channels Television.

Real Madrid have confirmed that Federico Valverde has suffered “a traumatic brain injury”. The Uruguay midfielder will now miss this weekend’s El Clasico against Barcelona, which could decide the LaLiga title. A club statement read: “The tests carried out today on our player Fede Valverde by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed […] LaLiga: Valverde suffers brain injury after Tchouameni clash, to miss Barcelona clash