The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s allocation of N37 billion to the ongoing Kano–Gwarzo–Dayi road project in this year’s budget. Senator Barau, who represents Kano North Senatorial District, gave the hint while responding to a motion by Senator Kamorudeen Olalere Oyewumi of the Accord Party, Osun, on […] Deputy Senate President excited over Tinubu’s N37bn allocation for Kano–Gwarzo–Dayi road

Nigerian rapper and OAP Oluwapelumi Orungbe, alias N6, has voiced concern for comedian and skitmaker Brodashaggi following a series of emotional social media posts. A day earlier, Brodashaggi had shared a heartfelt message to God, revealing that he was still holding on because God had asked him to. He admitted he didn’t fully understand everything […]

Get the starting line-ups for the Champions League semi-final. Bukayo Saka is on the bench for Arsenal at Atletico Madrid, with Noni Madueke starting. Read More: https://punchng.com/ucl-saka-on-bench-madueke-starts-for-arsenal-at-atletico-madrid/

The Director General of the All Progressives Congress campaign organisation, Oluwole Oke, has said the party’s governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, will defeat the incumbent governor, Ademola Adeleke, before 10:00pm on election day. Oke made the assertion on Wednesday during the inauguration of more than 800 members of the party’s campaign council for the 2026 governorship […] Osun guber: APC vows to defeat Gov Adeleke on election day

The Senator David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC) has moved to seek legal redress following reports that a Federal High Court judgment sacked the party’s elected state chairmen. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said it had taken note of media reports concerning the ruling delivered […]

INEC redeploys Dr. Johnson Sinikiem as the new Rivers INEC REC. The commission has also begun the update of the voters’ register ahead of the 2027 polls. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-gets-new-rec-as-inec-begins-update-of-voters-register/

In a passionate display of support for veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala has insisted that Bayern Munich would never have advanced to the UEFA Women’s Champions League semifinal without their iconic shot-stopper. Her comments came in the wake of Bayern Munich’s dramatic 5–4 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg […]

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, assures residents that religion won’t divide them, urging 2026 Hajj pilgrims to pray for the state’s future. Read More: https://punchng.com/we-wont-allow-religion-to-divide-us-in-oyo-makinde/

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the dismissal and criminal prosecution of officers involved in the fatal shooting of a suspect in Effurun, Delta State. In a statement on Wednesday signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the police said the decision followed the conclusion of disciplinary proceedings into Read More: https://punchng.com/extrajudicial-killing-ig-orders-dismissal-criminal-prosecution-of-officers/

Commissioner of Police, Delta Command, Yemi Oyeniyi, has revealed how the command arrested two traffickers who allegedly removed a victim’s womb without her consent. He disclosed this during his first-quarter briefing in Asaba, Delta State, stating that two key suspects are currently in custody. The CP said, “On the 3rd of April 2026, at about […] Trafficked Ivory Coast returnee to Nigeria loses womb to traffickers

12 of the rescued Chibok girls are set to graduate from the American University of Nigeria, a milestone described as a global testament to resilience. Read More: https://punchng.com/12-rescued-chibok-girls-to-graduate-from-aun-yola/

The Lagos State Parking Authority, LASPA, has issued a strong warning against unauthorised control of parking operations in Lagos, declaring that it will take legal action against individuals or groups attempting to interfere with its duties. The general manager of LASPA, Adebisi Adelabu, made this known while reacting to recent developments involving a claimed authority […] LASPA issues warning over illegal parking control, threatens legal action in Lagos

Organisers of the All Believers Championship (ABC) have called on participants and young Nigerians to prioritise career development, cultivate the right mindset, and deepen their spiritual growth, adding that these elements are critical to making a meaningful impact in society. Speaking at the recent event held at the TNL headquarters in Agbor, Delta State, the […]

The Professor Sadiq Gombe-led faction of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has dismissed the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) recognition of Shehu Gabam, insisting that there is no leadership crisis within the party. Addressing journalists at the party’s national secretariat on Wednesday in Abuja, Gombe maintained that the SDP remains united, stable, and focused ahead […]

Angry youths protest the extrajudicial killing of musician Oghenemine Ogidi by blocking the Ekpan Police Station in Delta State to demand justice. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-youths-block-delta-police-station-over-killing-of-musician-oghenemin/

The average cost of refilling cooking gas cylinders in Nigeria increased significantly in March 2026, reflecting continued pressure on household energy expenses.

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have raided three illicit drug warehouses hidden in a residential estate in Okota area of Lagos where 2,360,000 pills of high-potency tramadol 225mg and 1,909,400 bottles of codeine syrup with a combined street value of N16,927,200,000.00 only, were recovered. The high stakes intelligence-led coordinated operations were […]

A 21-year-old suspected kidnapper over the murder of a Jambite, Thomson Omokhafe Adams, 17, has said they killed him because he recognised one of them.  Tony Ekwane Oghanetega, 21, and The post Why we killed 17-year-old Jambite after N200,000 ransom’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Paris Saint-Germain face a major setback as they prepare for the second leg of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich, following a severe injury to one of their key players. Achraf Hakimi, who is the club’s best and most dependable fullback, will miss the second match because of a hamstring injury, as reported by […] UCL: PSG suffer major injury blow ahead of second leg clash

Fresh prophecies have emerged ahead of the 2027 election, with claims about Peter Obi’s ambition and Seyi Makinde’s future in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.

Top Iranian football officials have left Canada before the start of the FIFA Congress because of the behaviour of officials during immigration checks at Toronto's international airport, Iranian media reported Wednesday. The post Iran FA pulls out of FIFA congress in Canada over airport ‘insult’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the removal of Saidu Mohammed as the Authority Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), in the public interest. The President has also approved the nomination of Mr Rabiu Abdullahi Umar as the new Chief Executive of the NMDPRA. The appointment is subject to Senate […]

A young Nigerian lady graduated from Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University as the best student in her faculty. She shared a video from her convocation shoot.

The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships and collaborative frameworks with global institutions, including King’s College London, KCL, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance national security. He made this known on Wednesday, 29 April 2026, while receiving a delegation led by […] Nigerian Army reaffirms commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships with global institutions

The EFCC chairman had disclosed that he ordered a six-month investigation into the pastor after intelligence reports indicated significant inflows of foreign currencies into a domiciliary account linked to him. The post Jerry Eze Reacts To EFCC Chairman’s Comments On Alleged Money Laundering Probe appeared first on Channels Television.

The Senate has taken steps to address the devastating fire outbreak at the Head Bridge Building Materials Market in Onitsha, Anambra State. This followed the adoption of a motion of urgent national importance sponsored by Senator Tony Nwoye (ADC–Anambra) during Wednesday’s plenary. Presenting the motion, Nwoye, who is the Deputy Minority Whip of the Senate, […]

Former Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency For Science and Engineering Infrastructure, NASENI and frontline Governorship aspirant in Nasarawa State under the ruling APC, Prof Mohammad Sani Haruna says he will govern the state with the fear of God if given the mandate. He spoke on Wednesday in Keffi, headquarters [...]

The immediate past Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has formally entered the race for the Bauchi State Government House, promising a radical shift in land management to The post 2027: Tuggar joins Bauchi race, vows to harness land for wealth creation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria’s foreign currency-denominated tax receipts rose significantly to N6.33 trillion in 2025, driven by stronger contributions from multinational companies and the impact of exchange rate adjustments, according to newly released data from the National Bureau of Statistics. The figure marks a 27.3 per cent increase from the N4.97 trillion recorded in 2024, underscoring a growing […]

…vows to resist smear campaign against MPB boss  The Northern Security Advocacy Group (NSAG) has expressed strong support for ongoing reforms in the administration of military pensions and gratuities under The post Arewa group backs Military Pension reforms under Tinubu appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s maritime and logistics ecosystem have identified improved port efficiency, stronger supply chain systems and investment in blue economy opportunities as critical levers for reducing business costs and The post Stakeholders push maritime reforms to unlock trade, lower cost of goods appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

…FG to launch Climate Fund, digital investment marketplace …initiative to tackle desertification, unemployment, insecurity The Presidency on Wednesday said the forthcoming North-West Climate Summit 2026 is designed to reposition the The post Northwest climate summit targets investment, jobs, green growth — Presidency appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Afam Osigwe, on Wednesday called on lawyers and judicial officers to adopt technology and innovation, warning that failure to adapt could render them irrelevant in a fast-changing legal landscape. Osigwe made the remarks in Jalingo, Taraba State, during the NBA Law Week 2026, where he stressed the […]

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has assured stakeholders of seamless operations and zero disruption to port activities as the rehabilitation of Apapa and Tin Can Island ports in Lagos is set to commence in the second quarter (Q2) of 2026. The general manager, Corporate Communications and Strategy of the NPA, Ikechukwu Onyemekara, gave the assurance […]

April 29, (THEWILL) — Currently, no fewer than 175 indigenous contractors are spearheading various infrastructure projects across Bayelsa State. This significant local involvement underscores Governor Douye Diri’s commitment to empowering domestic firms and ensuring that the state’s massive 2026 works budget directly benefits the local economy. The local contractors are said to be handling different […] The post Economic Empowerment: Gov Diri Prioritises Indigenous Contractors In Bayelsa’s Infrastructure Drive — Teibowei appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The federal government and the German government yesterday launched a $2.2 million initiative aimed at improving soil health, boosting agricultural productivity and strengthening climate resilience across Nigeria. The project, titled Global Programme Soil Matters, Supporting Soil Health Initiatives (SSHI) in Nigeria, is a three-year programme running from November 2025 to October 2028. It is financed […]