Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, on Monday, expressed confidence that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will produce Nigeria’s next president, declaring that the party’s current gathering would yield leaders across all levels of government.   “We should write it down somewhere, this gathering will produce House of Assembly members, House of Reps members, will […]

Abia State selected for a $700m World Bank water project, the SURWASH Programme, highlighting growing international confidence in its governance reforms. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-bank-selects-abia-for-700m-water-project/

Senator Oyelola Ashiru, representing Kwara South in the National Assembly, has dismissed reports claiming he has withdrawn from the Kwara State governorship race ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the rumours as false and misleading. The post Ashiru denies stepping down from Kwara Guber race appeared first on Vanguard News.

South Africa will see a sharp increase in fuel prices from May 2026 due to rising crude oil costs and global tensions. Find out the new petrol and diesel r Read More: https://punchng.com/south-africa-hikes-fuel-prices-as-global-oil-crisis-deepens/

The Arewa Think Tank has called on feuding politicians to emulate Benue state governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume’s recent reconciliation and peace deal to resolve disagreements ahead of the 2027 general elections.   In a statement issued and signed by its Convener, Muhammad […]

Doctors in Niger State issue a 72-hour ultimatum for the rescue of an abducted colleague, threatening to strike over worsening insecurity for healthcare wo Read More: https://punchng.com/doctors-threaten-strike-over-colleagues-abduction/

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by Dumebi Kachikwu, has warned members and stakeholders against participating in any congress or convention not sanctioned by its National Executive Committee (NEC).   In a statement released on Monday by Kingsley Temitope Ogga, Chairman of State Chairmen, the NEC announced dates for the party’s Non-Elective Congresses and Special […]

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is set to swear in Murtala Garo as the new Kano deputy governor in a ceremony at the Government House on Tuesday. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-to-swear-in-new-deputy-governor-tuesday/

The MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited (MEDL) has attributed the ongoing power outage in parts of Enugu metropolis to heavy rainfall and strong winds recorded on Sunday afternoon. The post Heavy rain disrupts power supply in Enugu, MEDL apologises appeared first on Vanguard News.

Activist Peter Akah, on Monday, led a protest at the Federal High Court in Abuja, demanding the release of blogger and social media personality Chidiebere Mark, popularly known as “Justice Crack,” who is currently in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS).   In a video on his X handle and circulating online, […]

United States forces have destroyed seven Iranian small boats in the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump announced on Monday, marking a fresh escalation in efforts to secure one of the world’s most critical maritime routes.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has elected Goddy Akpama as its new Cross River chairman, pledging unity and backing Peter Obi for the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndc-elects-criver-executives-backs-obi-kwankwaso/

The Amaka Chiwuike-Uba Foundation (ACUF), an NGO, has advised Nigerians, especially government at all levels, to checkmate factors promoting environmental pollution leading to children asthmatic attacks.   Chairman, Board of Trustees of the Foundation, Prof. Chiwuike Uba, made the call on Monday in Enugu while speaking to newsmen on Asthma and Children suffering the disease. […]

A sharp political confrontation has emerged in Cross River North, as Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe launched a strong rebuttal against former governor Ben Ayade, accusing him of misrepresenting facts and attempting to reshape his political record. In a statement issued on Monday via his Facebook handle on Friday, Jarigbe dismissed recent remarks attributed to Ayade […] Cross River: ‘Political disaster’ – Jarigbe fires back at Ayade

Carter Efe cries out over withheld N50 million prize after defeating Portable in a boxing match, prompting mixed reactions from fans during his live stream.

Primate Elijah Ayodele has bragged that top President Bola Tinubu's minister can't become governor without him, saying his fate is in his pocket.

Former House of Reps member, Khamisu Mailantarki, has declared his Gombe gov ambition for 2027 under the PDP, vowing to deliver development. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-reps-member-declares-gombe-gov-ambition/

‎Nollywood actor Jide Awobona has paid a visit to his colleagues, Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe, following the birth of their triplets. ‎ ‎The arrival of the eagerly anticipated triplets has brought joy and appreciation for God to fans and friends of the couple. ‎ ‎The joyous family had arrived in Nigeria with their triplets. […]

The United Arab Emirates on Monday ordered all schools to return to remote learning for the rest of the week, the education ministry said, following a spate of attacks targeting the country. The post UAE announces all schools returning to remote learning appeared first on Vanguard News.

Some former militant leaders, including Asari Dokubo and Ateke Tom, were also present. Their involvement shows how important the meeting was.

The Ogun State government has introduced new building codes and five regulations to ensure safe construction, promote urban planning, and enhance sustainab Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-adopts-new-building-codes-to-improve-urban-planning/

…Urges Nigerians to ignore propaganda Former Bayelsa State Governor, Henry Seriake Dickson, has urged Nigerians to disregard what he described as propaganda surrounding the National Democratic Congress (NDC), insisting that the party’s registration process has a long-standing and documented history. Dickson made the clarification in a statement posted on his X handle on Monday, where […] The post We revisited party registration, updated our earlier application – Dickson defends NDC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has thrown down a fresh challenge following his recent defeat in the celebrity boxing scene, calling out female DJ and content creator Rachel Oluwabukola Martins, widely known as DJ Dimple Nipple.

Sporting Lagos began their 2026 Nigeria National League Super Four campaign on a winning note, grinding out a narrow 1-0 victory over Ranchers Bees in a keenly contested opener at the Remo Stars Stadium.   The Lagos-based side started brightly, asserting early dominance with purposeful attacking play. Their intent nearly yielded results in the 17th […]

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with Seyi Makinde has unveiled its official timetable and schedule of activities for the 2026/2027 general elections, including detailed guidelines for candidate nominations.   The announcement was made on Monday via the party’s official X account and signed by Theophilus Dakas, Organising Secretary of the faction’s […]

The World Institute for Peace, WIP, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene in the prolonged detention of the Commander-General of the Nigeria Forest Security Service, NFSS, Osatimehin Joshua Wole. The appeal was made during a press conference held in Osogbo on Monday, where the organisation raised concerns over the circumstances surrounding […] WIP urges President Tinubu intervention over NFSS Commander Osatimehin’s detention

Former manager of the national team Clemens Westerhof clocked 86 yesterday, and to mark the milestone, the 'DutchNigerian' was surrounded by his wife Lilian, two daughters and his long time friend Fofana at his country home in Holland. The post At 86, Westerhof wishes to be 100 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has elected former Labour Party House of Assembly candidate in the 2023 general election, Anih Johnpaul, as its Enugu State Chairman, alongside former Enugu North Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor, as State Secretary.   Dr. Anih and 28 others emerged on Monday during the party’s […]

Accord Party has pushed back against moves to de-register it, taking on the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and insisting it meets the constitutional threshold to remain on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) register. The post Accord tackles AGF over de-registration push appeared first on Vanguard News.

A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress(APC) for Benue state, Dr Mathias Byuan has said he is ready to slug it out with Governor Hyacinth Alia for the party’s ticket ahead of the 2027 general election.   Byuan who was Alia’s main challenger for the same ticket in the 2023 polls, […]

A prominent social entrepreneur, Antonia Agbede-Ally, has formally joined the race for the Obanliku/Obudu/Bekwarra Federal Constituency seat in Cross River State, as contest for a seat in the House of Representatives has gained momentum ahead of 2027 elections.   In a statement issued on Monday by her Media Secretary, Adebola Bolatito, Agbede-Ally confirmed that she […]

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese firms as part of a renewed effort to restart and expand the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries, which have remained inactive for months.

Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji starts his campaign for the Ekiti 2026 election, assuring voters that continuity is key to the state’s development. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-2026-oyebanji-begins-campaign-cites-continuity-as-key-to-development/

A fresh political standoff is unfolding within the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, as the party’s chairman, Usaini Isa Mai Riga, has declared that the party structure will not be handed over to former governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. In an exclusive interview with DAILY POST on Monday, Mai Riga disclosed that efforts to […] We won’t surrender party structure to Kwankwaso — Kano NDC Chairman

Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged electorate in Ekiti State to resist inducement and exercise their civic responsibility freely at the impending June 20 governorship election in the state.     The electoral body which raised fresh concerns over the persistent threat of vote buying ahead of the polls said noted that Ekiti has […]

A top US admiral reports that the US downs Iran missiles and drones aimed at Navy and commercial ships, destroying six small boats in the Strait of Hormuz. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-downs-iran-missiles-drones-destroys-six-of-tehrans-boats/