JAMB has released 279 withheld UTME results after reviewing alleged examination malpractice cases. Check your JAMB UTME results status now. Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-releases-withheld-utme-results-after-malpractice-review/

Two suspected robbers, Mustapha Haruna and Abdullahi Abdulrahman, are in custody after an Edo hotel robbery in Benin City. Police recovered stolen items. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-suspected-robbers-in-custody-after-edo-hotel-raid/

A Nigerian woman, Franca Wilson, has been sentenced to six months in prison in Ghana for attempting to obtain a Ghanaian passport with forged documents. Read More: https://punchng.com/ghana-court-jails-nigerian-welder-six-months-for-forged-passport/

A Kwara magistrate court has ordered the arrest of the state NSCDC commandant, Abbas Mohammed, for failing to appear in an ongoing assault case. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-orders-arrest-of-kwara-nscdc-boss-over-assault-case/

Oyo State Governor’s aide confirms no release of abducted pupils and teachers from Oriire LGA schools. Efforts are ongoing to rescue the victims. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-release-yet-of-abducted-oyo-pupils-teachers-makindes-aide/

MOSOP calls for total peace and reconciliation among Ogoni families, 32 years after the tragic killings of Ogoni leaders and activists. Read More: https://punchng.com/mosop-pushes-reconciliation-marks-32-years-of-ogoni-killings/

AIG Akinwale Kunle Adeniran warns Adamawa Police officers against unprofessional conduct, stressing discipline, accountability, and human rights adherence. Read More: https://punchng.com/aig-warns-adamawa-police-against-unprofessional-conduct/

A Nasarawa State University professor advocates for comprehensive tax education to help Nigerians understand its importance and foster voluntary compliance Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-varsity-don-urges-tax-education-for-nigerians/

ASUU warns the Federal Government against scrapping university courses, stating all courses are important and blaming unemployment on economic mismanagemen Read More: https://punchng.com/asuu-warns-fg-against-scrapping-varsity-courses-says-all-courses-important/

Bauchi Police arrest Saleem Alhassan for circulating fake appointment letters, defrauding victims of millions. CP warns public against employment scams. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-another-bauchi-man-for-circulating-fake-appointment-offers/

Bauchi State enhances security and upgrades facilities at Yankari Game Reserve and other tourism sites, combating poaching and banditry for thriving ecolog Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-strengthens-security-upgrades-facilities-at-tourism-sites/

UNESCO and Adamawa State launch a revised teacher policy to boost teaching standards and improve education delivery. Learn about the new reforms and their Read More: https://punchng.com/unesco-adamawa-govt-unveil-teacher-policy-to-strengthen-education/

Over 270 young athletes participated in the 2026 Discovering Tomorrow’s Star talent hunt in Edo, showcasing skills in various sports. Read More: https://punchng.com/270-athletes-begin-journey-to-stardom-in-edo/

Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has commended the Federal High Court in Abuja for nullifying portions of the 2027 election timetable issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC), describing the judgement as a victory for the rule of law and constitutional order. Hashim specifically praised Hon. Justice M. G. Umar for what he termed […] The post Gbenga Hashim hails Justice Umar for nullifying INEC’s illegal timetable, commends court for upholding rule of law appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Emmanuel Iheaka OWERRI – Unidentified assailants have killed a student of College of Nursing, Umulogho, Obowo Local Government Area of Imo State whose name was given as Wendy Achumba. Sources in the school said Achumba’s lifeless body was found in her apartment in the school premises. The victim, who was said to be a […] The post Hoodlums kill Imo nursing student, 1 arrested appeared first on Vanguard News.

APC postpones governorship primaries in Kwara and Bauchi states amid consensus issues, while 25 other candidates are unveiled. Get the latest updates on th Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-unveils-25-gov-candidates-as-kwara-bauchi-suffer-delay/

Awori Nation 4 Tinubu declares full support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election and APC candidates Hamzat (Lagos) and Adeola (Ogun) for 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-awori-group-backs-tinubu-hamzat-yayi/

Emeka Anyaoku calls on Nigerians to vote for parties committed to restructuring the country’s governance system in the 2027 elections to address insecurity Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-vote-for-restructuring-anyaoku-tells-nigerians/

Ahead of the June 20, 2026 governorship election, political parties and candidates in Ekiti State sign a Peace Accord, committing to a peaceful process. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-2026-parties-candidates-sign-peace-accord/

By Chinedu Adonu Popular entertainer and master of ceremonies, Henry Okwudilichukwu Ugwoke, widely known as Igwe De MC, is set to celebrate 20 years in the entertainment industry with a landmark show in the United Kingdom titled “Jokes Apart.” The event, scheduled for July 25 at Novotel Southampton, will feature no fewer than 22 top […] The post Igwe De MC marks 20 years on stage with UK debut show “Jokes Apart” appeared first on Vanguard News.

Adesiyan Adegboye, a teacher killed in the recent Oyo abduction, will be buried today in Ogbomoso. Learn more about the tragic attack and ongoing rescue ef Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-abduction-slain-teacher-for-burial-today/

The Basic Education Group (BEG) advocates for stronger collaboration with ADSUBEB to enhance access and quality of basic education in Adamawa State. Read More: https://punchng.com/beg-seeks-stronger-ties-with-adsubeb-on-adamawa-education/

Nigeria is set to benefit from a US agency’s funding for 1,500 mobile base stations, expanding internet access in off-grid communities across West Africa. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-benefits-as-us-agency-backs-1500-base-station-project/

The Presidency dismisses claims of a plot to rename Nigeria “United States of Nigeria” and abolish Sharia law, calling the report false and political sabot Read More: https://punchng.com/presidency-no-plot-to-rename-nigeria-abolish-sharia/

By Chinedu Adonu A Professor of Public Health and Health Systems Economics at the University of Nigeria, Prof. Chima Onoka, has said that research alone cannot transform Nigeria’s healthcare system without effective policy implementation and political engagement. Onoka stated this while delivering the 241st Inaugural Lecture of the university titled, “Bridging the Divide: The Pracademic’s […] The post Research alone can’t fix Nigeria’s Healthcare crisis — Prof. Onoka appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kwara PDP spokesperson, Olusegun Adewara, has been remanded over alleged defamation against the government. The PDP condemns the act as politically motivat Read More: https://punchng.com/alleged-defamation-court-remands-kwara-pdps-spokesperson/

Nigerian traders appeal to China for easier visa access and greater trade opportunities to strengthen economic ties. Learn how this impacts Nigeria China t Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-traders-seek-visa-support-trade-access-from-china/

Pastor Ituah Ighodalo and PUNCH Chairman Angela Emuwa urge Nigerian youths to embrace service-driven leadership, integrity, and discipline for national dev Read More: https://punchng.com/ighodalo-punch-chair-others-advocate-service-driven-leadership-for-youths/

By Alumona Ukwueze NSUKKA —A former President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide,Nnia Nwodo, has challenged academics in the Southeast to develop a workable blueprint capable of reviving the region’s economy. Nwodo, who is also a former Minister for Information gave the charge in Nsukka yesterday during the 2026 Southeast Nigeria Regional Development Summit. The summit, […] The post Nwodo urges academics to develop blueprint for S’E economic revival appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Defence Headquarters confirms dislodged JAS terrorists carried out the recent Oyo kidnap, clarifying earlier statements on criminal elements. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-kidnap-carried-out-by-dislodged-jas-terrorists-dhq/

Anxiety grips Ogun residents as kidnappings and cross-border attacks escalate. Learn about recent incidents and calls for urgent security measures in Ogun Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-anxiety-spreads-in-ogun-amid-fears-of-cross-border-attacks/

Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL), operator of Nigeria’s first commercial gold mine, the Segilola Gold Mine, emerged as one of the standout winners at the maiden edition of the Solid Minerals Excellence Awards (SOMEA), held on 14 May 2026 at the Abuja Continental Hotel. The event brought together key stakeholders across Nigeria’s solid minerals industry […] The post SROL sweeps three awards at Maiden Solid Minerals Excellence Awards 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

By: Kingsley Omonobi The Rotary Club of Abuja, Pearl, has, installed a 10kw solar energy system with 20kw storage capacity to last for ten years at Kubwa General Hospital with Dr. Emmanuel Musa, the Chief Medical Director, praising Rotary Club for saving lives with the facility. The CMD said, “To operate a hospital of this […] The post Rotary Club Abuja Donates 10 kilowatts Solar Energy System for 24 hours Electricity to Kubwa General Hospital appeared first on Vanguard News.

By: Kingsley Omonobi Following what it described as the illegal arrest of its members in Ogun State by the Police after they intercepted a suspected Indian Hemp dealer in Ijebu Ode and handed him over to NDLEA, with exhibits, the Vigilante Group of Nigeria VGN has petitioned the Police Compliant Response Unit at Force headquarters […] The post Arrest of Vigilante Members in Ogun State: VGN petitions Police Complaints Response Unit, Force Headquarters appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Prince Osuagwu In a country where thousands of brilliant technology ideas die quietly in classrooms and hostels for lack of support, Guaranty Trust Holding Company and its fintech subsidiary HabariPay may have stumbled on something far bigger than a student coding contest. At the Squad Hackathon 3.0 finale, what emerged was not just another […] The post How GTCO, HabariPay discover young talents building Nigeria’s tech future appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian DisCos installed 241,590 electricity meters in early 2026, yet millions remain unmetered, fueling estimated billing complaints. Learn more about t Read More: https://punchng.com/discos-install-241590-meters-amid-billing-complaints/