The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has warned content creators and individuals not to use its name, logo, uniforms, or identity in skits or online content without permission.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde warns that a weak political opposition will hurt Nigeria’s democracy, urging unity among parties at a summit in Ibadan. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-weak-opposition-will-hurt-nigerias-democracy-makinde/

Aston Villa missed the chance to climb to third in the Premier League on Saturday, losing 1-0 at Fulham as Marco Silva's men kept their European dream alive. The post Villa slip up as Fulham keep European dream alive appeared first on Vanguard News.

The advisory warned of violent demonstrations in East London, Cape Town, Durban, and KwaZulu-Natal city, as well as planned protests in Gauteng Province, between Monday and Wednesday. The post NiDCOM warns Nigerians in South Africa over rising violence appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Ibadan branch of the Nigerian Bar Association, has decried inadequate funding of the judiciary and non-functionality of Rent Tribunals as well as Customary Courts in the state. The branch Chairman, Mr Ibrahim Lawal, stated this when receiving the executives of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Oyo State Council, who paid […] The post NBA Tackles Makinde Over ‘Poor’ Funding Of Judiciary appeared first on OsunDefender.

Youth groups from the nine (9) local government areas of Southern Borno senatorial district of Borno State, Saturday, April 25, contributed N38.5 million for the purchase of expression of interest and nomination forms for the fifth-term bid of Senator Muhammadu Ali Ndume, citing his fearlessness in telling the truth to power and checking the excesses of the executive. The post Constituents raise N38.5m for Ndume’s fifth-term senatorial bid appeared first on Vanguard News.

The NSCDC in Osun State is seeking public help to identify a hearing and speech-impaired teenage girl found wandering in Osogbo to reunite her with family. Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-finds-hearing-speech-impaired-teenage-girl-wandering-in-osun/

Efforts to address gender disparities and strengthen accountability in Africa’s extractive sector will take centre stage as Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa) convenes a side event at the 12th session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-12). The session, organised under the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), will focus on advancing […]

Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has given an assurance that he will not impose any candidate on the people in the forthcoming 2027 general elections. The Governor spoke during the solemnization of the holy matrimony between his younger brother Paulinus Nwifuru and heartthrob, Immaculata at the Government House Chapel, Abakaliki. “I have not made up […] 2027: Governor Nwifuru dismisses rumours of candidate imposition

President Erdogan has dismissed Turkey’s deputy education minister following two fatal school shootings that sparked public outcry and calls for gun contro Read More: https://punchng.com/turkey-president-sacks-education-minister-after-school-shootings/

The Katsina State Police Command has cautioned operatives of the newly established Violent Crime Response Unit, VCRU, to uphold professionalism and operate within the law. The Commissioner of Police, Ali Umar-Fage, gave the warning while addressing personnel of the unit after a three-day intensive training in Katsina. He said the training was organised in line […] Katsina CP cautions VCRU operatives against rights violations

Former Chelsea youth player and Charlton Athletic star, Miles Leaburn has claimed that Rayan Cherki, who joined Manchester City this summer, previously declined a transfer to Chelsea. Cherki, 22, had garnered admiration from both fans and analysts since leaving his childhood club, Olympique Lyonnais in a potential £34 million transfer last summer. He scored 11 […] EPL: ‘Far superior to everyone else’ – Leaburn reveals why Rayan Cherki rejected Chelsea

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has appealed to all Nigerians living in South Africa to strictly adhere to the safety advisory issued by the Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg amid rising anti-foreigner demonstrations. The post S/Africa Unrest: NiDCOM advises Nigerians to be cautious appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Bar Association, Ibadan branch, decries poor judiciary funding under Gov. Makinde, citing non-functional courts and lack of vehicles for magis Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-tackles-makinde-over-poor-funding-of-judiciary/

In a dramatic season opener at Swangard Stadium, AFC Toronto clawed back from a 2-1 deficit to secure a pulsating 3-2 victory over Vancouver Rise, with Nigerian forward Esther Okoronkwo delivering a Player of the Match performance that included a goal and an assist. The visitors started brightly, but Vancouver Rise struck twice to take […]

Anambra’s first lady, Dr Nonye Soludo, calls for collective action to end malaria in Nigeria, a preventable disease affecting children and pregnant women. Read More: https://punchng.com/soludos-wife-seeks-collective-action-to-end-malaria-in-nigeria/

Let's Talk Humanity plans a national resource centre for Nigerians with sensory impairments, aiding over 1,000 students annually in inclusive education access.

Fire has razed a police station and three residential buildings in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The police station, according to sources, is located at Kara in Akinyele local government area of the state. DAILY POST reports that a patrol van, motorcycles and other items were affected. Meanwhile, three residential buildings located in three different […] Fire razes police station, three residential buildings in Ibadan

A 58-year-old anti-poaching operative has been killed in a shocking wildlife attack in South Africa, after a rare rhino he helped protect turned on him during a routine patrol.

After two years of struggling to get a job that offered free sponsorship, a UK-based Nigerian lady finally secured one, and her joy knew no bounds.

At the Football Forum Hungary 2026 in Budapest, football governance expert and FIFA-licensed agent, Dr Drew Uyi, delivered a pointed assessment of African football, arguing that the continent’s biggest challenge was not talent but structure. Dr Drew Uyi’s remarks quickly became one of the most discussed themes of the gathering, drawing attention from club executives, […]

Atlético Madrid have reportedly agreed personal terms with Brazilian midfielder Éderson, currently at Atalanta B.C., according to sources close to the negotiations. However, a deal with the Italian club remains elusive, leading to a potential stalemate in the transfer.   The lack of progress in negotiations with Atalanta is forcing Atlético to explore alternative midfield […]

Antonio Conte has criticised Romelu Lukaku's attitude amid poor form, raising concerns over Napoli's decision to replace Victor Osimhen with the Belgian striker.

The Oyo State Government has confirmed five cases of Lassa fever, including one fatality, and said that emergency measures have been swiftly activated to contain the outbreak and safeguard public health. The post One dies as Oyo records five confirmed Lassa fever cases appeared first on Vanguard News.

Management of the Kwara State University Teaching Hospital, (KWASUTH), Ilorin, has instituted legal action through a petition to the Commissioner of Police Kwara State, leading to the arraignment of two individuals at the Magistrate Court for allegedly assaulting medical personnel while they were carrying out their lawful duties at the hospital. Chief Medical Director, of […] Two suspects arraigned for alleged assault of doctors in Kwara

Prince Chibuzor, Evan Okoro's estranged husband, generates buzz online with provocative posts about Rachael Okonkwo. Reactions vary from admiration to skepticism.

Technology company, Google has revealed that Nigerians are increasingly leveraging Search and artificial intelligence (AI) tools to develop creative skills, explore artistic interests, and connect with global opportunities. This was disclosed in its latest search trends data for March 2026, which highlights a growing shift toward using digital tools as practical assistants for personal development […]

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan rejects a ₦1 billion defamation judgement by former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello, vowing to appeal the court's decision.

Fulham secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Aston Villa in their English Premier League clash on Saturday, with a first-half strike from Ryan Sessegnon proving decisive in a tightly contested encounter.

AI-powered scams are paying top social media platform Facebook and leveraging the platform to falsely promise huge earnings to lure unsuspecting victims.

Lagos residents show massive support for the reintroduced monthly Lagos sanitation exercise. The government commends the high turnout for the first edition Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-hails-residents-turnout-for-first-monthly-sanitation-since-2016/

Yellow Card has said Africa is moving from foundational privacy laws to active, enforceable AI regulation, with 16 countries now running national AI strategies and majors like Nigeria, Angola, Morocco, and Namibia advancing binding laws. This was contained in the Company 2026 Report on Data Protection and Artificial Intelligence Governance in Africa. The comprehensive report […]

Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have successfully rescued a 70-year-old farmer who was kidnapped while returning from his farm, foiling a N30 million ransom demand. The post Edo Police rescue abducted 70-year-old farmer, foil N30m ransom payment appeared first on Vanguard News.

Movement and commercial activities were temporarily halted across parts of Lagos on Saturday as residents observed the state’s revived monthly environmental sanitation exercise, led by First Lady, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu.

A viable local governance that is facilitated by a functional local government system is the bedrock of democracy, Prof. Tunji Olaopa has declared.   Olaopa who is the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission stated this position while delivering the ninth yearly lecture of the Binuyo Foundation at the Federal School of Surveying, Oyo, […]

Panic gripped residents of a community in Kano State after suspected terrorists launched an attack that left one person dead and several others injured. The assailants were said to have stormed the area and proceeded to a nearby vigilante office, where they opened fire indiscriminately, forcing residents to flee for safety. Commander of the Rogo [...]