No fewer than 5,885 Nigerian graduates have been shortlisted for interviews under the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) 2026/2027 Overseas Scholarship Scheme, out of over 38,000 applicants. The post Oil & Gas: PTDF interviews 5,885 Nigerians for 2026 overseas scholarship appeared first on Vanguard News.

A fire outbreak has razed a female students’ hostel at the College of Health Technology in Jahun, Jigawa State, affecting 52 students. The incident, reportedly caused by a cooking gas cylinder, destroyed the hostel and the personal belongings of the students. The Jigawa State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdullahi Muhammad Kainuwa, who visited the scene, […] Female students’ hostel razed by fire in Jigawa

VeryDarkMan has taken a very serious action against Blessing CEO after discovering that her stage 4 breast cancer claim was false, sparking massive reactions online

Under-fire Liverpool coach Arne Slot said his team will bounce back from their latest setback in a difficult season as they prepare for a rematch with Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday. The post Champions League: Slot tips Liverpool to bounce back against PSG appeared first on Vanguard News.

Remo Stars technical adviser, Usman Abdallah has revealed that his team must fight to avoid defeat in their remaining fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. The Sky Blue Stars are battling to escape relegation after a difficult campaign. The title holders currently occupy 17th position on the log. Remo Stars will […] NPFL: Remo Stars must win remaining five games to escape relegation – Abdallah

Cross-border onion trade between Nigeria and Ghana has resumed, bringing an end to weeks of disruption that stalled shipments, stranded trucks, and rattled regional markets. The breakthrough was confirmed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Regional Observatory of Onion in West and Central Africa, which said restrictions on the movement of onion consignments […]

Speaking in Budapest, Vice President JD Vance said the United States had tools "that we so far haven't decided to use" against Iran, without explaining further. The post Iran ready for anything after Trump’s whole- civilization-will-die threat appeared first on Vanguard News.

Peter Obi, a chieftain of the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC), has sought clarity from the federal government on the ₦3.3 trillion approved on April 6, 2026, the ₦3.3 trillion approved in May 2024, and the ₦4 trillion bond approved in July 2024 for the power sector. In a post on his X handle on […]

Philip Agbese commends Tinubu’s strategic ambassadorial postings, highlighting Jimoh Ibrahim's UN role as vital for Nigeria’s global image and diplomatic influence.

Four persons, including an elderly man and his two sons, have been killed in a suspected witchcraft-related attack in Imande-Dem community, Uvir Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area, LGA of Benue State. The post Four killed in Benue over witchcraft allegation as LG Chairman orders probe appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Zamfara State Government has established a Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) Technical Working Group (TWG) to provide strategic guidance, technical support, and coordination for UNICEF-SBC interventions throughout the state. In a statement released on Tuesday evening, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Culture, Mohammed Salihu Anka, announced that the committee was inaugurated […]

Pope Leo XIV said Tuesday threats to civilian targets in Iran were "unacceptable", speaking after US President Donald Trump said a "whole civilization will die" if Tehran defies his latest ultimatum. The post Pope Leo slams ‘unacceptable’ threat to Iranian population appeared first on Vanguard News.

Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has underscored the importance of integrated administrative protocols and inter-agency collaboration in

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has screened 424 applicants for foreign scholarships to pursue master’s and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in petroleum-related fields. The nationwide exercise aims to identify the most qualified candidates who will conduct development-focused research and contribute to Nigeria’s energy sector. In the North-East, the fund shortlisted 266 candidates for […] PTDF screens 424 candidates for overseas scholarships

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three men in connection with the violent assault and armed robbery of a police officer in Agadagba, located in the Ese-Odo Local Government Area of the state. This information was provided in a statement issued and signed by the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Abayomi Jimoh. He […]

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Operatives of the anti-kidnapping Unit of the Ogun State Police Command have rescued nine foreign nationals and arrested two suspects linked to a transnational fraud syndicate operating a deceptive travel scheme. The suspects, Stephen Kwame and Abubakar Sulaimon, were apprehended at their hideout in Owode Egba, in Obafemi-Owode local government area […] The post Police bust transnational fraud ring, rescue nine foreign victims in Ogun appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebowale Ogundoyin has declared that he is the best person to succeed the current governor, Seyi Makinde in 2027. Ogundoyin made this declaration when he met prominent chieftains and leaders of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from Ibadan on Tuesday. DAILY POST reports that Ogundoyin currently represents Ibarapa […] I am the best person to succeed Makinde in 2027 – Oyo Assembly Speaker

Prof. Tsediso Michael Makoelle’s career has been shaped by a steady focus on how education systems respond to learners who fall outside the mainstream.

About 17 workers were on the upper floor of the two-storey building when it collapsed in the Jikwoyi area. The post Wike Orders Arrest, Land Seizure Over Abuja Building Collapse appeared first on Channels Television.

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The White House has stated that Iran has only hours left to reach an agreement with the United States, warning that the next step will depend solely on former President Donald Trump. Speaking to Al Jazeera, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stressed the urgency of the situation, giving Tehran a firm deadline to act. […] White House gives Iran hours to reach deal

The Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Phrank Shaibu, has criticised the Federal Government’s repeated rollout of a N3.3 trillion electricity intervention fund, describing it as politically motivated. In a statement he signed, Shaibu alleged that the initiative was first introduced in 2024 during the EndBadGovernance protests as a response […] Alarm code of sinking govt — Atiku’s aide hits Tinubu over N3.3trn electricity fund

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has described as flawed the process of leadership recruitment in the country. According to Keyamo, when money, ethnicity as well as patronage override merit, the entire system of a country will undoubtedly suffer. While disclosing during a lecture he delivered during a book launch and celebration […] Money, ethnicity drive leadership recruitment in Nigeria – Aviation Minister, Keyamo

He equally dismissed insinuations of strained relations with the Olubadan, emphasising that both royal institutions continue to coexist in mutual respect and understanding. The post Alaafin denies rift with Makinde, Olubadan appeared first on Vanguard News.

The speaker extended the felicitations on behalf of the entire members of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, the State Assembly Service Commission, and the staff of the State Assembly. The post Jigawa speaker celebrates Governor Namadi on 63rd birthday appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The First Lady of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has called on parents to take a more deliberate role in raising morally upright children, stressing that sound upbringing remains critical to building a responsible society.

The former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has expressed condolences over the passing of Muhammad Usman Ankwai, Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly. Ankwai passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at a hospital in Cairo, Egypt, where he had been undergoing treatment for a prolonged illness. […] Malami mourns Kebbi Assembly Speaker, Mohammed Usman Ankwai

Nigeria’s Falconets have resumed camping ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round tie against Malawi, DAILY POST reports. The players and their officials converged in Abuja on Monday, and had their first training session on Tuesday morning. Nigeria will host the first leg on Saturday, May 2, while the reverse […] U-20 WWCQ: Falconets return to camp for Malawi showdown

Prince Haliru Dantsoho Mahmud steps down from the 2027 governorship race to support a Kwara Central candidate, fostering unity and progress in Kwara politics.

The Plateau State Government has further relaxed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following the deadly attacks at Angwan Rukuba. The post Plateau relaxes curfew in Jos North as relative peace returns appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor of Abia, Alex Otti, has drawn the urgent attention of both former and incumbent governors of

Iranians formed human chains to protect power plants on Tuesday after President Donald Trump’s threats to strike energy infrastructure, according to images published by state media, as top officials said they were also prepared to sacrifice their lives. After a campaign online and through SMS texts to sign up for the human chains nationwide, officials […] The post Iranians form human chains at power plants after Trump’s threat appeared first on Vanguard News.

Commissioner for Health in Cross River State, Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk has disclosed that those who persist in unsafe meat processing practices, including the sellers and butchers, will be sanctioned for violating public health laws in the state. He made the announcement in Calabar, Tuesday, following crackdown on such violators at public slaughter facilities and […] Violation of Public Health Laws: C’River to sanction meat handlers, abbattoir operators

Iran has warned that a major attack by the United States could trigger a wider escalation in the region, including a possible move to shut down a critical global shipping route. A senior Iranian official said Tehran may rely on its allies, the Houthis in Yemen, to take control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a […] US attack could trigger closure of key Red Sea route – Iran

Minister Nyesom Wike says a suitable public-purpose project will be built on the reclaimed land. The post Minister orders arrest of owner as two-storey building collapses in Abuja appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Social media activist VDM denies allegations of links to ADC, criticising Nigeria's security situation and asserting his independence from political parties.