Coldplay's Chris Martin is curating the show, which is a first for a football World Cup final but has raised concerns about how long half-time will be. The post Shakira, Madonna, BTS to headline first World Cup final half-time show appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Presidency criticizes Peter Obi’s one-term vow for the presidency, citing his past political inconsistency and saying his word cannot be trusted. Read More: https://punchng.com/presidency-knocks-obi-over-gun-to-my-head-one-term-vow/

Leandro Trossard's wife has confirmed their separation after 13 years, stirring discussion as Arsenal chases its first Premier League title since 2004.

The Super Eagles strikers kept their composure in high-pressure moments The post Akor Adams, Iheanacho fire Sevilla, Celtic to dramatic victories appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“The outbreak has severe consequences, not only for farmers but for the state and the nation as a whole, causing a shortage of tomatoes and driving up prices nationwide,” he said.

Pep Guardiola shifts his focus to the FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on Saturday after Manchester City’s 3-0 win over Crystal Palace.

Adedayo Amzat, the Group Managing Director of leading financial services firm, Zedcrest Group, has officially commissioned a memoir, Building in Chaos: From Sawdust to Green Rugs, at his 40th birthday celebration held in Lagos.  The milestone event brought together family, friends, captains of industry, business leaders, media personalities, and other distinguished guests to commemorate a […] Zedcrest Boss, Adedayo Amzat, Commissions Memoir at 40th Birthday Celebration 

The Amnesty International (AI) has issued fresh warnings about Bille residents’ health emergency which it said has continued despite several warning. The residents of the town of Bille, in Nigeria’s Niger Delta, have suffered serious health emergency, it said. Since October 2025, methane gas has been bubbling up in nearby rivers and swamps and is […]

May 13, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s headline inflation rate is projected to rise to 16.42 percent year-on-year in April 2026, according to the latest Inflation Forecast report released by the Financial Market Dealers Association (FMDA). The report, published on May 13 and based on data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), World Bank, and Food […] The post FMDA Sees Nigeria’s Inflation Rising to 16.42% in April Amid Food, Energy Pressures appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Labour Party’s Peter Obi says he will only serve a single four-year term if elected president, citing the need for stability and criticising current polici Read More: https://punchng.com/gun-to-my-head-i-wont-stay-beyond-four-years-obi/

West Africa's largest airline, Air Peace, has disclosed that its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service of May 13 experienced an operational disruption. The post Air Peace blames airspace access issue for Lagos-London disruption appeared first on Vanguard News.

Health stakeholders in Ogun State have called for the inclusion of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in Sexual and Reproductive Health Right and the Safe Termination of Pregnancy (SToP) guidelines in the state. They lamented the neglect of women living with disabilities, stressing that some die from complications of unsafe abortion. The stakeholders, including community representatives, […] Stakeholders push for PWDs inclusion in sexual health, safe abortion guidelines

The Southern Kaduna Professionals Forum (SKPF) has said continuity in leadership remains critical to sustaining ongoing development and consolidating recent gains across Southern Kaduna ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group stated this on Tuesday during a meeting with Senator Sunday Marshall Katung and the member representing Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency, Daniel Amos, in Zonkwa, […]

…Say he is the right man for the job … It is my turn to represent Oluyole in the House of Reps, Olaosebikan The women and youths of the Oluyole Federal Constituency of Oyo State have thrown their weight behind the aspiration of an accomplished journalist and seasoned politician, Alhaji Kehinde Olaosebikan for the ticket [...]

Research Professor at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Femi Otunbajo, has said the appointment of retired Major-General Adeyinka Famadewa as Special Adviser on Homeland Security may signal a shift in responsibilities for National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, potentially narrowing his focus to international security matters. Speaking in an interview on Arise News, monitored by […]

Zedcrest GMD Adedayo Amzat launches his memoir, ‘Building in Chaos,’ at his 40th birthday. Discover his inspiring story from scarcity to success. Read More: https://punchng.com/zedcrest-boss-adedayo-amzat-commissions-memoir-at-40th-birthday-celebration/

Governor Yahaya said the APC would now conduct direct primaries in line with Section 87(2) of Nigeria’s Electoral Act The post Gombe APC adopts direct primaries amid internal rift appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

AC Milan forward, Christian Pulisic, has broken his silence after he broke up with his girlfriend, Alexa Melton. Recall that Melton, a golfer, had confirmed last month that she had separated from the USA international. However, in an interview with Time Magazine ahead of this summer’s World Cup, Pulisic Melton was a fun, adding that […] ‘She wanted me to enjoy life’ — Pulisic breaks silence after breakup with Alexa

May 13, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s leading carrier, Air Peace, has reaffirmed its commitment to passenger safety, operational integrity, and international aviation standards following a temporary disruption involving its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service on May 13, 2026. In a statement issued by the airline’s management, Air Peace disclosed that the flight experienced an operational challenge linked […] The post Air Peace Demonstrates Safety-First Culture Amid Temporary Lagos–London Flight Disruption appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) is pushing forward its ambitious plan on global emissions reduction campaign targeting fossil fuels emissions from oil and gas fields production.   Hinged on the Global Methane Engagement Programme, which is the IEA’s principal initiative for stakeholder engagement on abatement of methane emissions from the energy sector, the Agency is […]

The Commission on Thursday noted that the investment schemes exhibit characteristics of Ponzi or prohibited investment schemes, while some operators of such schemes also provide authorised investment services to members of the public. The post SEC Raises Alarm Over Influx Of Ponzi Schemes On Social Media, Warns Public appeared first on Channels Television.

All three are said to be eminently qualified for election to the Red Chamber. It is, however, believed that only two, Bello and Obaro, count as sturdy contenders, mainly because of Adoke's relative obscurity.

Guinness World Records reacted to former BBNaija star Queen Mercy Atang's viral bread-inspired outfit worn to the 12th AMVCA, sparking massive buzz online

Old video of Alexx Ekubo vibing to DAX's "Eternity" resurfaces, stirring emotions among fans as they reflect on life and loss following the actor's tragic passing.

Representatives of Israel and Lebanon are set to meet in Washington on Thursday and Friday for further U.S.-mediated talks, as tensions remain high over clashes involving the Iran-backed Hezbollah. The U.S. State Department said the discussions aim to advance a “comprehensive peace and security agreement” addressing the core concerns of both countries. The talks are […]

Chief U.S. District Judge Hala Y. Jarbou did not hold back in her condemnation of Ezeh, calling her a "fraud and a thief" for her "brazen and widespread" theft of funds meant for some of the region's most vulnerable children.

Indigenous oil firm and its shareholders are riding on fiscal reforms especially in the downstream oil industry to boost investment and drive growth. Shareholders of Eterna Plc at its 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM), approved the Company’s Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2025, alongside other resolutions presented by the Board. The […]

A popular clergywoman known as Bright The Seer has shared a new prophecy concerning the future after gaining attention on old footage following death of Alexx Ekubo.

The fund is one of the requirements under the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) in Nigeria. RAAMP is a World Bank-supported initiative The post Gov Lawal appoints Gusau DG of Zamfara Roads Fund appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Rwandan President Paul Kagame have agreed to strengthen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Rwanda, pledging to accelerate economic cooperation, regional trade, and diplomatic engagement. In a statement made available to The News Chronicle, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga disclosed that President Tinubu met Kagame at the Urugwiro Presidential Villa in Kigali […]

Actor IK Ogbonna and fashion designer Yomi Casual have been spotted during comedian MC Mbakara’s condolence visit to the family of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo. Photos shared online showed the two close associates of the actor looking solemn as they visited the family residence and signed a condolence register beside a framed photograph of […]

The federal government said more than 8,000 learning centres have been established across the country to expand access to adult literacy and non-formal education. Dr John Edeh, the Director overseeing the National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education (NMEC), disclosed this in an interview on Thursday in Abuja. Edeh, who is also the […]

Mohammed Hayatu-Deen says Nigeria needs a competent, unifying president in 2027 to tackle mounting economic and security challenges ahead of the election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-nigerians-need-competent-unifying-president-hayatu-deen/

The Presidency has said anyone who believes Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi’s pledge to serve only one term as president “will believe anything,” casting doubt on the credibility of his promise. LEADERSHIP reports that Obi had said in a viral clip from an interview scheduled to air on News Central TV on Thursday that […]

“I want to be a one-term president because of stability. I would not stay a day longer than four years, gun to my head" The post ‘Gun to my head, I won’t exceed 4 years’ – Obi; ‘believe this, believe anything’ — Presidency appeared first on Vanguard News.

“I want to be a one-term president because of stability. I would not stay a day longer than four years,” Obi said during the interview. The post ‘His words can’t be trusted’ — Presidency slams Obi over one-term presidency promise appeared first on Vanguard News.