April 02, (THEWILL) — The federal government has cautioned against the careless use of language in security operations, media reporting, and public discourse, warning that inaccurate or insensitive terminology can deepen societal divisions and weaken national unity. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the warning at a high-level conference organised by […] The post Careless Terminologies Can Deepen Divisions – FG Warns Media, Security Agencies appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Troops of the 21 Special Armoured Brigade, working with the Civilian Joint Task Force and other hybrid forces, have killed eight suspected terrorists during an ambush in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. A military source told Zagazola Makama that the operation took place around 2:06 am on April 1 near the Gadangari area, […] Troops kill eight suspected terrorists in Borno ambush

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced that it successfully trained 1,391,119 young Nigerian graduates in various vocational skills between 2019 and 2025 through its Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme. NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, disclosed this while addressing Group 2 participants of the Senior Executive Course 48, 2026, of […]

Italian soccer federation (Figc) chief Gabriele Gravina resigned on Thursday, after the national team failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third time in a row. Gravina, in charge of the Figc since 2018, had been urged by the government to step down after Italy’s defeat on penalties in the playoff against Bosnia […]

Wumi Iledare, professor emeritus, and energy experts have reacted to President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Professor Shu’aib Aliyu as the Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund and the tenure renewal of Sule Abdulaziz as the Managing Director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria. In a statement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga on Thursday, […] Prof Iledare reacts as Tinubu appoints Aliyu as PTDF Boss, renews TCN MD Abdulaziz’s tenure

The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria has condemned the killing of 27 persons in three Plateau State communities on the evening of March 29, 2026, describing the attack as a “sacrilege against the sanctity of life” on one of Christianity’s holiest days. In a statement issued from its head office in Abuja and signed by the […]

Since the start of the year, the Defence Headquarters has consistently propagated troops’ operational gains—a strategy also widely adopted by terror groups across the Sahel, including those operating in Nigeria. The post 197 insurgents surrendered, 813 hostages rescued in March — Defence Headquarters appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

April 02, (THEWILL) — American singer and actress, Hailee Steinfeld, and NFL star, Josh Allen, have welcomed their first child together, a baby girl. The couple shared the news in a post on Steinfeld’s Substack newsletter, “Beau Society”, on April 2, 2026. “Our baby girl has arrived!!” they wrote. “We’re feeling incredibly grateful and blessed […] The post American Actress Hailee Steinfeld Welcomes First Child With Husband Josh Allen appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

An NYSC member celebrated becoming the first in her family to complete service, sharing her journey from ND to HND and inspiring many online with her milestone.

According to Waziri, intelligence monitoring is meant to be proactive rather than reactive. The post Warnings Given Before Plateau Attacks, But Ignored – Ex-Intelligence Officer appeared first on Channels Television.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has inaugurated its Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee, tasking them with overseeing the elections for the NFF Executive Committee for the 2026-2030 term. The committees will also handle all complaints, petitions, and appeals related to the polls. NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, officially inaugurated the committees at the […]

Gabriele Gravina has resigned as president of the Italian Football Federation after the national team failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. His resignation follows an emergency meeting after a penalty shootout loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the European World Cup qualifier played on Tuesday. During a key meeting today, Gravina informed the […] Gabriele Gravina resigns as president of Italian Football Federation after World Cup failure

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are gearing up for a busy summer with two high-profile international friendlies confirmed for June against Poland and Portugal. This follows their recent strong performances against Iran (a win) and Jordan (a draw) in Antalya, Turkey. Jairo Pachon of Eurodata Sport, the NFF’s FIFA Match Agent, confirmed on Thursday that the Super […]

Former Ogun State governor, Gbenga Daniel, has said Nigeria is yet to witness the best of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, crediting him with shaping key aspects of his administration while in office. Daniel made the remark on Wednesday in Abuja during the public presentation of four books to mark his 70th birthday. The event attracted […]

All Progressives Congress loses Godfrey Gaiya, aide to Speaker Abbas, as he moves to ADC to contest Kaduna South senate seat in the upcoming 2027 elections.

The chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Tony Okocha, has stirred controversy after openly admitting that the results of the local government elections in the State were previously manipulated during his time in government. Okocha made the revelation while addressing journalists, recounting his tenure as Chief of Staff under former Rivers […]

The 12th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar (UNICAL), Prof. Offiong Offiong, has announced that no fewer than 10,820 students will graduate from the school by next week. He stated this when he reeled out activities to mark the 38th convocation ceremony on Thursday during a press conference. Out of the total number of graduands, […] 10,820 to graduate from UNICAL next week

How Thousands of Small, Community-Embedded Micro-Schools Will Cut Education Costs by 70% and Close Nigeria’s Access Gap By Sim Shagaya GCEO, The uLesson Group According to UNICEF’s 2024 report, Nigeria has approximately 18.3 million out-of-school children, comprising 10.2 million of primary school age and 8.1 million of junior secondary school age. These numbers are ridiculous. […] The post A Vision for Nigerian Basic Education appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has inaugurated the first Payment Service Providers (PSP) Committee, in a move aimed at strengthening coordination, innovation, and growth within the country’s rapidly expanding digital payments ecosystem. Deputy governor, Economic Policy Directorate, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi, speaking at the end of the inaugural meeting in Lagos on Thursday, disclosed that […]

After nannies mysteriously quit, a hidden camera reveals a shocking truth about a husband’s behavior, unraveling a marriage and exposing a chilling secret at home.

The federal government has pledged to upgrade the modernise the ports in the Eastern part of the country. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola stated this to clarify that the federal government’s port modernisation programme is a nationwide initiative, dismissing concerns that the focus is restricted to Lagos. Speaking on Thursday at […]

Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi, has reiterated that engaging underprivileged and violent groups remains the only viable solution to Nigeria’s insecurity challenge. In a post shared on Facebook on Thursday, Gumi said decades of neglect of disadvantaged populations had created deep socio-economic inequalities, leaving many youths vulnerable to manipulation by external forces seeking to destabilise the […] ‘I took the bull by the horn’ — Gumi defends only way to end insecurity

Nigeria and Chad, key stakeholders in the Lake Chad Basin, have continued to collaborate in addressing shared security challenges. The post Tinubu hosts Chad’s president, strengthens bilateral ties appeared first on Vanguard News.

Sani Buhari, a social media influencer popularly known as Waspapping, has recounted the circumstances surrounding his arrest by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), providing clarity amid widespread speculation over the role of the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). Mr Buhari said he was arrested on 6 March 2026 at NEPA […]

The ADC chieftain stated that INEC has taken sides by acting on a letter written by a man he said is no longer a member of the party. The post ‘Jankara Interpretation,’ Melaye Faults INEC’s Delisting Of Mark As ADC Chair appeared first on Channels Television.

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola has announced significant progress towards the refloating of a national shipping carrier, signalling a major step in strengthening Nigeria’s maritime industry. Oyetola made the disclosure during the ministry’s three-in-one stakeholders’ engagement and performance retreat in Lagos, where he outlined ongoing efforts to boost indigenous shipping capacity. […]

The Oyo State Government has formally announced the coronation and presentation of the Staff of Office to newly elevated crown-wearing Obas in Ibadanland. The event, which is scheduled to be held on Friday, 3rd April 2026, at the historic Mapo Hall Grounds, Ibadan, will commence at 10:00 a.m. The ceremony will witness the official coronation […]

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by politician and online publisher, Omoyele Sowore, against the Department of State Services (DSS), its Director-General, and Meta Platforms Incorporated (formerly Facebook). Justice Mohammed Garba Umar, in a judgment on Thursday, resolved the three issues identified for determination against Sowore, declined […] Court dismisses Sowore’s suit against DSS, others over false post on Tinubu

A 51-year-old father of 10, Akilu Salisu, has been taken into custody alongside a self-acclaimed cleric, Umar Mikailu Shuaibu, and Salisu Nura by the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over their alleged involvement in the circulation of counterfeit foreign currencies, including United States Dollars and Pounds Sterling. Nura and […]

The Federal Government, through the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has issued a strong warning to heads of agencies under the ministry, demanding strict accountability and measurable results. The post FG issues ultimatum to maritime agencies on performance appeared first on Vanguard News.

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian lady sent a strong message to pastor Jerry Eze. Netizens reacted massively.

The Bishop of the United Methodist Church of Nigeria (UMCN), Ande I. Emmanuel, has extended an open invitation to former members who left the denomination, urging them to return following a recent Federal High Court ruling in favour of the church. Speaking to journalists on Thursday in Jalingo, Taraba State, Emmanuel said the church’s leadership […] Methodist bishop urges breakaway members to return after court victory

Abbey Mortgage Bank has reported a profit before tax of N3.1 billion for the 2025 financial year, representing a 154.32 per cent increase from the N1.2 billion recorded in 2024. The bank disclosed this in its audited financial statements released on the Nigerian Exchange, as it posted a profit after tax of N2.16 billion, which […]

A public affairs commentator, Mahdi Shehu, has warned that Nigeria’s democracy could collapse if the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) fails to act fairly and responsibly ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a post shared on X, Shehu compared INEC to a wildlife conservationist whose duty is to protect vulnerable resources. He stressed that […] INEC missteps could collapse Nigeria’s fragile democracy – Shehu Mahdi

The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has recorded its highest core earnings since inception, posting core total comprehensive income (Core TCI) of N478.8 billion ($320.2 million) in the 2025 financial year, even as macroeconomic volatility and heightened geopolitical tensions tested the resilience of investment portfolios across the globe. Total assets also grew 10.9 per cent […]

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned a former Acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS), Dr Godwin Sunday Audu, before a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Apo, Abuja, over allegations of corrupt enrichment and falsification of age. Dr Audu was brought before Justice […]