An abducted Oyo school principal pleads for urgent rescue in a viral video after gunmen kidnapped staff and students from a school in Oriire LGA. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-come-to-our-aid-abducted-oyo-school-principal-cries-out-from-captivity/

May 17, (THEWILL) — The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has assured Nigerians that the country remains safe from Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), with no confirmed case recorded nationwide despite fresh outbreaks reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. In a public health advisory issued on Sunday, the Director-General […] The post Nigeria Safe From Ebola – NCDC Assures Amid Fresh Outbreak In DRC, Uganda appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Nigeria Super League produced another exhilarating round of action at the TBS Cricket Oval in Lagos on Day 2 as the Central Eagles edged Eastern Elephants in a nail-biting finish, while Southern Sharks bounced back emphatically with a dominant victory over Western Dolphins. The standout encounter of Match Day Two saw Central Eagles survive […]

Ahead of the APC primary, Nasarawa gov aspirant Hassan Liman (SAN) vows not to step down for any candidate, ensuring a competitive race for the ticket. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-will-not-step-down-nasarawa-gov-aspirant-vows/

Africa’s richest man and President of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Aliko Dangote, received a hero’s welcome in Gode, Ethiopia, on a visit tied to his conglomerate’s fertiliser plant project in the East African country. He was hosted by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, and both men visited the construction site of the proposed facility on Sunday. […]

The All Progressives Congress, APC, on Sunday formally announced the winners of its House of Representatives primary elections in Edo State, issuing certificates of return to successful candidates across the state’s nine federal constituencies. The results were declared at the party’s state secretariat in Benin City by the Chairman of the APC House of Representatives […] APC releases House of Reps primary results, presents certificates in Edo

A Family Court sitting in Ughelli Community, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, has struck out a fabricated case against three children of the same parents who were arrested by the police. The court struck out the case on Friday, May 14, DAILY POST learnt. A former Chairman of the Committee for the […] Delta family court strikes out ‘fabricated’ case against three children

Hollywood icon John Travolta became emotional at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on Friday after receiving a surprise honorary Palme d’Or, the festival’s prestigious lifetime achievement recognition. The veteran actor, whose career has spanned more than five decades, was visibly moved when Cannes director Thierry Frémaux presented him with the award ahead of the screening […]

National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has assured Nigerians that the ongoing reforms of President Bola Tinubu will lead to Nigeria’s expansive prosperity of tomorrow and years to come. Yilwatda, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy, Abimbola Tooki, said the economic reforms […]

The family of late actor Eric Dane was reportedly saddened after he was excluded from the “In Memoriam” tribute at the 2026 Oscars. According to TMZ, a source close to Dane’s ex-wife, Rebecca Gayheart, said the family understood that “it was a year of profound loss for the industry,” despite their disappointment. An Academy insider […]

President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has reaffirmed the company’s ambition to drive Africa toward food self-sufficiency as its investment in Ethiopia’s fertiliser sector rises to over $4 billion. Dangote made the disclosure during a press briefing in Gode, in Ethiopia’s Somali region, where he is currently on a working visit hosted by Prime […]

Blessing Onuh, daughter of former Senate President and National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, David Mark, has obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket to contest for another term in the House of Representatives ahead of the 2027 general elections. Also emerging victorious in the party’s primaries was Mrs Regina Akume, wife of […] David Mark’s daughter, Akume’s wife win APC Reps tickets in Benue

Yoruba actor, Muyiwa Ademola, is celebrating his wife, Omolare Akanke, as she marks her birthday today. The actor posted a photo of his wife on Instagram, describing her as “the most amazing, most adorable, most deserving,” and expressing strong appreciation for the role she plays in his life and family. The actor also noted that […]

The Zamfara APC primary election committee chairman refutes bias claims, assuring all candidates of a free, fair, and just process for the primaries. Read More: https://punchng.com/zamfara-apc-primary-panel-promises-fairness-dismisses-bias-claims/

Barrister Victor Olumuyiwa Kolade, popularly known as VOK, has rejected the outcome of Saturday’s All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives primary for his constituency, describing the exercise as filthy and lacking credibility. Speaking at a press briefing in Ado-Ekiti on Sunday, Kolade said the conduct of the primary fell far short of expectations and […] APC Reps Primaries: VOK rejects result, demands fresh election in Ekiti

The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) have praised the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) for organising a two-day strategic retreat aimed at repositioning the sport for sustainable growth and international success. The retreat, held in Abuja from May 13 to 14, brought together major stakeholders in the sports sector, including […]

Lawal stated that the exact number of abducted persons had yet to be confirmed, stressing that figures being circulated in the media were inaccurate.

Nigerian actress Bolaji Ogunmola has revealed the challenges she faced in the movie industry, stating that her appearance played a significant role in the kinds of roles she was offered in the early stages of her career. In a recent interview, she said her roles were limited to “side chick” characters because of her dark-skinned […]

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) operatives have intercepted consignments of cocaine and various opioids concealed in walls of cartons used to package cloths and other items going to the United Kingdom and Australia. The two seizures were recorded at a courier company in Lagos on Friday, May 15, 2026, during examination of shipments […]

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has announced that no confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease, EVD, has been recorded in Nigeria amid ongoing outbreaks reported in parts of Africa. The development was disclosed in a public health advisory posted on the official account of the NCDC. According to the agency, the […] NCDC says Nigeria records no confirmed Ebola case amid regional outbreak

A coalition of senatorial and House of Representatives aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the party’s national leadership, demanding the cancellation of the recently concluded National Assembly nomination processes over alleged widespread irregularities. The group, operating under the Coalition of Kaduna Senatorial/House of Representatives Frontline […]

The chairman of the National Election Monitoring Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Adenigbagbe Yusuf, on Sunday expressed satisfaction with the turnout and conduct of party members during the House of Representatives primary election in Kwara State. Yusuf made the remark while monitoring the primary election for the Ilorin East/Ilorin South Federal Constituency […]

Nigeria’s rising sprint sensation, Samuel Ogazi, has set a new national record in the men’s 400 metres after producing a sensational performance at the SEC Track and Field Championships in Auburn, Alabama, United States. The 20-year-old quarter-miler clocked an astonishing 43.95 seconds to become the first Nigerian athlete in history to run below the 44-second […]

Heirs Holdings Founder tells Presidents Ruto and Macron that Africa wants partners of substance, based on equality, and that power and infrastructure must come first. At the 2026 Africa Forward Summit, convened by Kenyan President H.E. William Ruto and French President H.E. Emmanuel Macron, Heirs Holdings Founder and Group Chair, Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, delivered [...]

Michael Carrick expects his future as Manchester United manager to be clarified this week after guiding the team to a third-place Premier League finish. Read More: https://punchng.com/carrick-expects-clarity-on-man-utd-future-in-coming-days/

President Donald Trump on Sunday warned Iran "there won't be anything left of them" if Tehran does not quickly agree to a peace deal with the United States. The post Trump warns ‘won’t be anything left’ of Iran unless it agrees to deal appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s banks are facing mounting pressure on profitability as cash reserve requirements imposed by the Central Bank of Nigeria continue to tie down trillions of naira that could otherwise support lending and earnings growth, a new report by Chapel Hill Denham has revealed. The investment banking and research firm said the country’s banking industry, despite […]

Mercy Johnson has expressed pride in her husband, Prince Henry Odianosen Okojie, following his victory in the APC primary election. Taking to Instagram, Prince Odi Okojie shared a heartfelt message after emerging victorious, thanking the leadership of the All Progressives Congress, party members, supporters and constituents for their trust and support throughout the process. He […]

Palpable tension has gripped thousands of members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State over the disqualification of seven senatorial aspirants in the state. DAILY POST reports that the primary election for the senatorial districts in the state has been slated to hold tomorrow (Monday). Our correspondent reports that 12 aspirants purchased the […] 2027: Tension in Oyo APC over disqualification of 7 Senatorial aspirants 

Operatives of the Safer Highway Patrol Team, during a routine stop-and-search duty, have arrested a suspect, Felix Ike, along the Ughelli/Patani Road in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The operatives also recovered from the suspect one English-made pump-action gun and forty rounds of live cartridges. The suspect, who is currently in custody, […] Police arrest suspect in possession of pump action gun, 40 rounds of live cartridges in Delta community

The Importers Association of Nigeria, IMAN, South-West Zone, has warned that the planned increase in shipping charges by shipping companies would worsen inflation and further raise the cost of goods across the country. The post Planned shipping charge hike will worsen inflation — IMAN appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has called on public service leaders, policymakers, development partners, academia, and private sector stakeholders from across the world to actively participate in the International Civil Service Conference (ICSC) 2026, describing the event as a strategic global platform for advancing public sector […]

APC primaries reshaped Nigeria’s politics as veterans won, dynasties thrived, and newcomers displaced incumbents, signalling shifts before 2027 elections.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election for the Orlu/Orsu/Oru East Federal Constituency has continued to generate intense political debate in Imo State and across Nigeria. This follows a decisive outcome that underscored the enduring power of political structure, party loyalty, and grassroots mobilisation over celebrity influence and popularity. At the centre of the contest […] Cubana Chief priest: Structure, Loyalty, grassroots base override online popularity in lmo APC primaries 

The Niger State Police Command has arrested four suspected fraudsters linked to a vehicle scam syndicate and recovered 67 rustled cattle after a gun duel with bandits in the state. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a statement, saying operatives attached to Maje Division, Suleja, arrested four suspects along Kaduna Road […] Police crack down on fraud syndicate, recover 67 rustled cattle in Niger

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed that it is investigating a viral video showing abducted school workers and students pleading for help from captivity following an attack in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed this on Sunday while reacting to enquiries over the footage [...]