May 13, (THEWILL) — The Federal Government has announced that Nigeria’s long-awaited Digital Switch Over (DSO) project will officially launch nationwide on June 17, 2026, with at least 100 television channels expected to be available at take-off, marking a major breakthrough in the country’s transition from analogue to digital broadcasting. The Minister of Information and […] The post FG Targets 100 Channels As Digital Switch Over Launches June 17 appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

An Adam Marusic own goal and Lautaro Martinez's tap-in, both in the first half, gave Inter both a comfortable victory in Rome and a 10th Cup triumph. The post Inter Milan Win Italian Cup To Secure Domestic Double appeared first on Channels Television.

Aspirants for State and National Assembly positions under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State are currently keeping vigil over the release of the approved list of qualified aspirants. While National Assembly aspirants were screened in Abuja, the 106 aspirants for the State House of Assembly were screened at the party secretariat in Owerri, […]

The director general of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Joseph Osanipin, has said Nigeria’s automotive industry growth will depend largely on the development of strong after-sales support systems across the value chain. Speaking at the West African Automotive Summit (West African Automotive Summit (WAAS) 2026), Osanipin described after-sales services as the most […]

Uti Nwachukwu shares an emotional tribute to his late friend Alexx Ekubo, reflecting on their bond and the pain of loss in heartfelt throwback photos.

Hansi Flick's side needed to win their remaining three matches to reach that figure but fell at the first hurdle in Vitoria. The post Alaves End Champions Barca’s Bid For 100-Point Record appeared first on Channels Television.

Adams Oshiomhole deflects talk of becoming Senate President in 2027, insisting his immediate priority is securing re-election for his Edo North seat. Read More: https://punchng.com/oshiomhole-avoids-senate-president-talks-says-focus-is-re-election/

  The National Sports Commission has described the past week as a defining period for Nigerian sports following a series of outstanding performances by Team Nigeria athletes and the country’s successful bid to host two major African football events. Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, said the recent achievements across cycling, aquatics and […]

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has declared that his administration is driven by competence and capacity rather than party affiliation, stressing that governance under his leadership is not defined by political loyalty or partisan boundaries. Makinde made the remark on Wednesday at University of Ibadan while addressing concerns over his administration’s engagement with individuals linked […]

Residents of Akotogbo community in Irele Local Government Area of Ondo State have raised alarm over what they described as recurring mysterious deaths, following the discovery of two lifeless bodies in separate bush locations within a month. The incidents have reportedly thrown the agrarian community into fear and tension, prompting renewed calls for urgent intervention […]

PSG have now won a record 14 French titles overall with 12 of them coming in the last 14 years. The post PSG Clinch Fifth Straight Ligue 1 Title appeared first on Channels Television.

In a determined effort to review consular matters, President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday said Nigeria will consider reciprocating Rwanda's 30-day visa-free status for Nigerians in the spirit of Pan-Africanism. The post Tinubu mulls reciprocal visa-free deal with Rwanda in Pan-African spirit appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Southern Kaduna Trailblazing Women Association (SOKATWA) has thrown its weight behind female aspirants seeking elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections, pledging support across political party lines in a bid to strengthen women’s participation in governance. The association said the decision was driven by the continued marginalisation and underrepresentation of women in Nigeria’s […]

  Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has revealed that Neymar has made significant progress in his recovery from injury, although the Italian tactician remains undecided on whether the forward will be included in Brazil’s final World Cup squad. The Brazilian superstar has not featured for the national team since October 2023 due to persistent injury […]

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of ongoing road projects across Abuja, saying residents can now “see governance in action.” Wike spoke on Wednesday after inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects in Karu, Apo-Karshi and Gbazango, popularly known as Arab Road in Kubwa. The minister commended […]

Both leaders emphasised the importance of reviving the Joint Permanent Ministerial Commission (JPMC), originally signed by both countries in 2021. The post Tinubu, Kagame Agree To Deepen Bilateral Relations appeared first on Channels Television.

He acquired 549.5 million shares at N79 per unit on Wednesday through Calvados Global Services Limited, his special purpose acquisition. The post Otedola acquires N43.4 billion shares in First HoldCo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

World record holder Tobi Amusan has won Nigeria’s first gold medal at the ongoing African Athletics Championships in Ghana after winning the women’s 100m hurdles final on Wednesday

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan participates in the PDP screening for the Kogi Central Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-screens-natasha-for-kogi-central-senate-race/

Guinness Nigeria Plc has reported net sales of N730.8 billion for the 18 months ended December 2025, alongside a strong first-quarter 2026 performance that saw net profit rise by 47.9 per cent to N10.4 billion. The company disclosed the figures during a media engagement session held in Lagos, where it also reaffirmed its commitment to […]

A heartbreaking post shared on the Instagram app captured the pains of a barber who worked with the late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo. Netizens reacted.

  Rafael Nadal has dismissed reports linking him with a bid for Real Madrid’s presidency after Florentino Perez called for an election for the position. Madrid president Perez, 79, announced on Tuesday in a wide-ranging press conference that he was calling for a fresh vote despite his active mandate at the club running until 2029. […]

First-half goals from Antoine Semenyo and Omar Marmoush put City in control at a damp Etihad and a late strike from Savinho added gloss to the scoreline. The post Man City Dispatch Palace To Keep Pressure On Arsenal appeared first on Channels Television.

The Labour Party National Secretariat recorded a surge in activities yesterday as aspirants from across Nigeria trooped to obtain nomination forms for 2027 polls. The post 2027: Maku, Abbo, others obtain Labour Party nomination forms appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, has warned that delays and inconsistencies in the resolution of bank disputes could undermine public trust in the country’s financial system and trigger wider economic consequences. He gave the warning on Wednesday at the opening session of a seminar for Federal High Court judges […]

Speculations have been rife in recent times that Mr Fubara had resigned from the APC and was also considering a switch to the National Democratic Congress. The post Fubara breaks silence on rumoured resignation from APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigerian CSOs raise alarms over judicial secrecy in the N100m SERAP defamation case, citing threats to fair hearing, civic freedoms, and the rule of law. Read More: https://punchng.com/csos-decry-judicial-secrecy-in-serap-n100m-defamation-case/

Manchester City's second string eased past Crystal Palace 3-0 on Wednesday to climb just two points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal with two games remaining of a captivating title race. The post Man City see off Crystal Palace to keep pressure on Arsenal appeared first on Vanguard News.

A prosecution witness, Sani Ibrahim, in the ongoing trial of an Austrian national, Kavlak Onal, has narrated to the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi how the defendant was arrested for allegedly failing to declare $800,575 and €651,505 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Ibrahim, the second prosecution witness in the case, told the […]

A witness testifies that Zenith Bank filed Suspicious Transaction Reports on ex-AGF Abubakar Malami’s money laundering case, a key detail in the N8.7bn tri Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-agf-malamis-transactions-flagged-by-zenith-bank-witness-tells-court/

The screening committee said some aspirants were also disqualified for failing to provide valid APC membership slips as well as inconsistencies in dates of birth and differences in names on official documents. The post 2027: APC clears Delta speaker, disqualifies 36 aspirants appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Newly-crowned Spanish champions Barcelona suffered a 1-0 defeat by Alaves on Wednesday, ending their bid to match the all-time La Liga record points total of 100. The post Alaves end champions Barca’s bid for 100-point record appeared first on Vanguard News.

Paris Saint-Germain secured their fifth straight French Ligue 1 title on Wednesday as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's strike set up a decisive 2-0 win away to nearest rivals Lens. The post PSG clinch fifth straight Ligue 1 title appeared first on Vanguard News.

The groups maintained that the constitutional right of appeal must not be misconstrued as contempt of court, warning that such interpretations could discourage legitimate legal redress and civic participation. The post Coalition warns against threats to civic space in aftermath of SSS’ N100m judgement against SERAP appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

People at the ceremony waved flags and belted out chants and slogans, some holding placards and pictures of late supreme leader Ali Khamenei, killed during the US-Israel attacks on Iran that triggered the Middle East war. The post Iran Holds World Cup Send-Off For National Football Team appeared first on Channels Television.

By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa Stakeholders from the Bayelsa East Senatorial District have endorsed the incumbent senator representing them, Senator Benson Agadaga, to run for a second term. Leading the stakeholders, Dr. Iti Orugbani, a former Commissioner for Culture and Tourism yesterday in Yenagoa, said the endorsement was based on the federal lawmaker’s track record of […] The post Bayelsa East Groups back Senator Agadaga’s re-election, vow to uphold 2022 zoning greement appeared first on Vanguard News.