South Africa records two unwanted achievements in a 2-0 FIFA World Cup defeat to Mexico, highlighting significant reactions from Nigerian football fans.

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for delivering what he described as a long-abandoned road project, saying the completion of the Airport Expressway–Kuje Township Junction road demonstrates the impact of political will in governance.   Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the commissioning of […]

The CBN noted that the overhaul is necessary after years of implementing the existing framework introduced in 2014 to mitigate the risks arising from the conduct of non-core banking activities within banking groups. The post CBN to revise rules governing financial holding companies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Peter Obi reacts to Nigeria's FIFA World Cup absence, urging reflection on leadership failures. He highlights the nation's talent and potential for future success.

June 11 (THEWILL) — The emergence of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political platform attracted diverse political tendencies and support groups. Among the most notable were supporters of Mr Peter Obi, the former Governor of Anambra State, and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former Governor of Kano State. Both politicians have demonstrated significant electoral […] The post OPINION: NDC Primaries And The Aftermath By Kalu Okoronkwo appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Gilberto Mora has become the youngest Mexican player ever to appear at the FIFA men’s World Cup, setting a new milestone for both his country and the North American region.   The teenager achieved the feat at the age of 17 years and 240 days, making him not only the youngest player to represent Mexico […]

Legal practitioner and chief operating officer of UBIIJUS Intelligence, Dr. Blessing Agbomhere, has criticised social media activist Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), over what he described as attempts to exploit Nigeria’s security challenges through calls for protests and anti-government rhetoric.   In a statement personally signed by him, Agbomhere alleged that the activist’s […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Friday, June 12, deliver a nationwide broadcast to mark Nigeria’s Democracy Day celebration. The presidential address is scheduled to be aired at 7:00 a.m. on the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and Radio Nigeria. A statement made available to The News Chronicle by the President’s Special […]

APC women leader Oby Ajih says President Tinubu is creating opportunities that could lead to a female president in Nigeria. Read more on Punch. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-creating-path-for-future-female-president-apc-seast-women-leader/

The bureau stated that the recovery of the flight recorders is a major step in determining what happened during the flight from Lagos to Asaba. The post Air safety agency begins probe of Asaba roadway landing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria has secured adequate fertiliser supplies for the 2026 planting season and saved an estimated ₦61.58 billion by locking in purchases before fresh disruptions in the global fertiliser market triggered a sharp rise in prices, the Federal Government has disclosed.   The government said the strategic procurement, carried out through the Presidential Fertiliser Initiative (PFI), […]

U.S. Congressman Riley Moore has hailed the Nigerian House of Representatives for advancing the proposed state police framework, describing the move as a major step toward tackling insecurity, protecting vulnerable communities, and addressing the persecution of Christians across the country. Moore said he had consistently advocated the policy since former U.S. President Donald Trump tasked […]

The speech is scheduled to air on the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) network at 7:00 a.m. The post Democracy Day: Tinubu to address Nigerians Friday appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Iran on Thursday said it had not reached a final decision on a deal with Washington after US President Donald Trump announced a "great settlement" to end the war. The post Iran counters Trump, says not reached final decision on deal with US appeared first on Vanguard News.

A graduate of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) trends online after sharing a photo of the invitation letter for a dinner night sent to her by the school.

The federal government has trained 100 youths in Zamfara State in specialised mechatronics for the repair and maintenance of petrol and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) tricycles and motorcycles, as it commissioned the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) Automotive Training Centre in Gusau.   Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Minister of State for […]

By Andrew Abah  The 47th edition of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) sponsored Senior Tennis Championship will commence on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Tennis Complex, Package B, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.  The championship will culminate in a grand finale on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the same venue. The tournament will [...]

Co-hosts Mexico launched the 2026 FIFA World Cup in style on Thursday night, defeating Africa’s highest-ranked side South Africa 2-0 before a packed crowd of 80,824 fans to ignite celebrations at Estadio Azteca.   The opening match of the expanded 48-team tournament saw Mexico underline their credentials as potential contenders, producing a disciplined and clinical […]

South Africa have entered the record books for unwanted reasons after becoming the first team in two decades to have two players sent off in a single FIFA men’s World Cup match.   According to football statistics platform OptaJoe, the double dismissal made South Africa the first side to receive two red cards in a […]

President Bola Tinubu will deliver a national address on Friday, June 12, in commemoration of the 2026 Democracy Day celebration.   The speech is scheduled to be broadcast at 7:00 a.m. on the network service of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).   Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this […]

One of the co-hosts of the 2026 World Cup, Mexico opened the tournament with a dramatic 2-0 win over South Africa on Wednesday night. The match was a repeat of the opening game of the 2010 edition, which ended 1-1. However, this time around, the Mexicans took control of the match from the blast of […] 2026 World Cup: Mexico beat 9-man South Africa in opening game

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja Nigeria and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen defence cooperation and enhance intelligence sharing between the two countries. The MoU was signed in Amman by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, and Major General Yousef A. Alhnaity, Chairman of [...]

EFCC said the aviation security officer was caught trying to smuggle N4.4 billion worth just not gold at Kano airport. The post EFCC arrests aviation security officer, two others over alleged attempt to smuggle gold worth N4.4bn appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Ebonyi State Government has dismissed as false and misleading claims alleging that it budgeted ₦16 billion for the running of its Abuja Liaison Office.In a statement issued by the Special Assistant to the Governor on New Media, Leo Ekene-Oketa, the government described the allegation by Chika Nwoba as “malicious, fictitious and deliberately misleading.” According […] Ebonyi Govt denies budgeting ₦16bn for Abuja Liaison Office

Kwara transport unions appeal to President Tinubu and Governor AbdulRazaq to urgently fix the collapsed Moro and Ohan bridges, crippling Kwara North’s econ Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-transport-unions-beg-tinubu-abdulrazaq-to-fix-collapsed-bridges/

Mexico kicked off the 2026 FIFA World Cup in emphatic fashion, defeating South Africa 2-0 before a packed Estadio Azteca on Thursday. The post 5 major highlights from Mexico, South Africa World Cup opener appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mr Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said he called off the strike because negotiations with Iran had been taken to the “highest level of Iranian leadership and approved.” The post Trump cancels planned strike on Iran appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu will make a national address on Friday, January 12, in commemoration of Democracy Day. The post Tinubu to address Nigerians on Democracy Day appeared first on Vanguard News.

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, says June 12 remains one of the most significant dates in Nigeria’s political history and democratic journey. In a Democracy Day statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said June 12 symbolised Nigerians’ enduring democratic aspirations. He said the date reflected the belief […] June 12 Nigeria’s foremost democratic milestone – ADC

Popular Nollywood actor Stan Nze has revealed that more than five phones were stolen at the late Alex Ekubo’s service of songs on Wednesday.He made the disclosure hours after actresses Bam Bam and Susan Peters raised the alarm over their stolen phones at the event. Reacting to the incident in an Instagram post on Thursday, […] Over five phones were stolen at Alex Ekubo’s service of songs – Stan Nze

National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Seriake Dickson, has revealed that the poo party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, was president when the motion for party supremacy was passed. Speaking at the NDC stakeholder’s meeting on Thursday, Dickson said appointments and nominations will be done with consensus of the party and stakeholders. Dickson was […] NDC: Peter Obi present when motion for party supremacy was passed – Dickson

Mr Cardoso dedicated the award to the board, management and staff of the CBN, acknowledging their steadfast commitment to institutional reforms and economic stability. The post Cardoso receives 2026 Central Banking Central Bank of the Year Award in London appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

South Africa coach Hugo Broos had warned his players to be ready for the intimidating atmosphere created by a capacity 80,824 crowd at the imposing concrete arena. The post Three red cards in World Cup opening game as Mexico beat S’Africa 2-0 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian singer Burna Boy and Shakira had the spectators out of their seats in the opening ceremony for the 2026 World Cup in the Estadio Azteca on Thursday ahead of the opening match between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa. The 48-team tournament is also being hosted by the United States and Canada and will feature [...]

A child playing with a lighter in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, on Thursday triggered a fire disaster in a three-bedroom flat, DAILY POST reports. According to the spokesman of the state fire service, Hassan Adekunle, in Ilorin on Thursday, the incident occurred at about 5:08 p.m. at No. 38, Aduagbemi Street, behind Uniform Company, […] Child playing with lighter triggers fire disaster in Kwara

ABUJA — The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has called on Nigerians to safeguard the nation’s democratic gains and support the reforms being implemented by President Bola Tinubu for national growth and prosperity. In a Democracy Day message on Thursday, Yilwatda urged citizens to reflect on the significance of […] The post Democracy Day: Support Tinubu’s reforms, protect Nigeria’s freedom, APC chairman urges Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.