Actor-turned-lawmaker Desmond Elliot obtains APC nomination form, seeking re-election to represent Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Asse Read More: https://punchng.com/desmond-elliot-obtains-apc-nomination-form-seeks-return-to-lagos-assembly/

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has said that 85 per cent of crimes committed against journalists go uninvestigated and unpunished, describing the situation as an unacceptable level of impunity. Guterres stated this in his message to mark World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on May 3 to highlight the importance of press freedom and the safety […]

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its commanding performance at the 2026 African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, where the nation secured a record 15th continental title in the women’s category. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the victory as a statement of consistency, discipline, and national pride, […]

Team Nigeria have secured two more tickets to the World Championships in Beijing, China, at the final day of the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Botswana. Nigeria have bagged qualifications for the Mixed 4×400m and the women’s 4×100m categories. The Nigerian Mixed 4×400m quartet of Samson Nathaniel, Taiwo Kudoro, Chidi Okezie and Patience Okon-George put […]

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for stronger protection of journalists and media organisations across Nigeria, insisting that press freedom remains central to democratic governance and the protection of human rights. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu, made the call in a statement to mark the 2026 World Press Freedom Day, […]

OPEC+ agreed on ‌Sunday a modest oil output hike for June, an increase that will remain largely on paper as long as the Iran war continues to disrupt Gulf oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Seven OPEC+ countries will raise oil output targets by 188,000 barrels per day in June, the third consecutive monthly […]

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State has adopted Jamilu Gwamna as its consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 general election in the State. The decision was reached on Sunday during an enlarged stakeholders’ meeting presided over by by the State governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya. At the meeting, party stakeholders also ratified other […]

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi ‌pledged on Saturday to deepen ties with Vietnam, highlighting energy and critical minerals in talks with Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, and later urged Southeast Asian nations to bolster regional supply chains. The two leaders discussed ways to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established in 2023, focusing on energy, critical […]

US President Donald Trump said Sunday that "very positive discussions" were under way with Iran on finding a solution to the crisis, but nevertheless added that the United States will soon start escorting ships through the blocked Strait of Hormuz. The post Trump says ‘very positive’ Iran talks could lead to breakthrough in crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Asian Development Bank said on Sunday it was ready to deliver urgent help ‌to the countries in the Pacific region, which has been rattled by the war in the Middle East and resulting fuel shortages. Speaking at the ⁠ADB’s annual 59th meeting in Uzbekistan’s ancient city of Samarkand, ADB President Masato Kanda said Pacific […]

Egypt has raised natural gas prices for several energy-intensive industries starting in May, according to a ‌prime ministerial decree published on Sunday. The government has already raised domestic fuel prices by up to 17 per cent in March in response to soaring global energy costs, and ⁠is seeking to reduce fuel and electricity subsidies under […]

An Edo businessman, Justice Oshioke, was killed in Ekpoma by suspected kidnappers just hours before his child’s dedication. Police are investigating. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-edo-businessman-hours-before-childs-dedication/

Residents of Ekpoma in Edo State have been thrown into mourning following the killing of a businessman, Justice Oshioke, just hours before the dedication of his newborn child. Oshioke, said to be the Chief Executive Officer of a popular fast-food outlet, Principle Takeout, was shot dead by suspected kidnappers on Saturday night. According to the […]

This follows renewed protests and xenophobic rhetoric in parts of South Africa, where migrants are blamed for economic hardship, unemployment and insecurity. The post Attacks: Nigerians Register As FG Plans For Voluntary Repatriation Flights From South Africa appeared first on Channels Television.

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State has adopted Jamilu Gwamna as its consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 general election in the State.   The decision was reached on Sunday during an enlarged stakeholders’ meeting presided over by by the State governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya.   At the meeting, party stakeholders also […]

The FRSC in Ogun State confirms three fatalities and one injury in a tragic Lagos-Ibadan expressway crash involving a Lexus Jeep and a motorcycle. Read More: https://punchng.com/three-dead-one-injured-in-lagos-ibadan-expressway-crash-frsc/

Inter Milan secured their 21st Serie A title with a 2-0 victory over Parma, thanks to goals from Marcus Thuram and Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Read More: https://punchng.com/serie-a-inter-milan-win-italian-title-for-third-time-in-six-seasons/

The 4x100m mixed relay team secured a spot for the World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest. The post Team Nigeria Picks Two More Tickets For World Championships In Beijing appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigeria issues a strong advisory for its citizens ahead of a potential xenophobic attack in South Africa, warning of planned anti-foreigner protests. Read More: https://punchng.com/xenophobic-attack-nigeria-alerts-citizens-ahead-of-south-africa-protests/

U.S. President Donald Trump said that he had yet to review the exact wording of a new Iranian peace proposal but he was unlikely to accept it, because the Iranians had not yet “paid a big enough price.” Trump’s remarks on social media concluded a day in which he publicly mused about the possibility of […]

The Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, and Allied Peoples Movement, APM, might be hit by a fresh crisis as its National Legal Adviser, Barr. Reuben Egwuaba, allegedly holds dual membership in both opposition parties. In a document seen by DAILY POST at the weekend, Egwuaba holds the position in both parties, according to records with the […] NDC, APM face fresh crisis as legal adviser risks jail term over alleged dual membership

The Labour Party has released its timetable for the 2026 primary elections, fixing 27 and 29 May for key primaries across all elective offices ahead of the 2027 polls. In a statement issued on Sunday by National Publicity Secretary Ken Eluma Asogwa, the party said the schedule aligns with the 1999 Constitution, the Electoral Act […]

Security operatives in the Niger Delta have recorded a major breakthrough in the fight against pipeline vandalism following the arrest of a suspected gang leader linked to attacks on oil facilities in Bayelsa State. Personnel of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) FORMOSO, working with troops from the Nigerian Army’s 5 Battalion in Elele, Rivers State, […]

Former Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Seriake Dickson, has described the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a party devoid of litigations and factional disputes. Dickson also described the opposition party as Nigeria’s most stable and fastest-growing political platform. He stated this on Sunday when he received a former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, and […]

The Nigerian Army has announced that its Sector 2 troops, part of Operation Fansan Yamma, successfully neutralised 9 terrorists, including 2 key figures, and seized 4 AK-47 rifles and 9 motorcycles during a series of operations conducted from May 1 to May 3, 2026, across Katsina and Zamfara states. According to the statement, the troops […] Nigerian army thwarts terrorists’ plot to cause havoc in Zamfara, Katsina

The Presidency on Sunday mocked former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing him as a “political nomad.”   Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made the remarks in a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he dismissed Obi’s […]

President of World Athletics, Sebastian Coe, has reiterated the governing body’s tough stance on athletes switching national allegiance, warning that attempts driven purely by financial incentives will continue to be rejected. Speaking during the World Relays in Botswana, Coe confirmed that recent bids involving athletes from Jamaica, Kenya and Nigeria—including sprinter Favour Ofili—to represent Turkey […]

The Presidency on Sunday mocked former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing him as a “political nomad.” Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made the remarks in a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he dismissed Obi’s reasons […]

Gombe’s APC names Dr. Jamilu-Isiyaku Gwamna as its consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 election after wide consultations led by Governor Yahaya. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-unveils-consensus-2027-governorship-candidate-in-gombe/

Manchester United legend, Gary Neville, believes Michael Carrick will bring stability to the Red Devils if he is appointed permanently. Neville believes Carrick has propelled himself into the frontrunner position after steering the club to Champions League qualification via a thrilling 3-2 victory over Liverpool on Sunday at Old Trafford. Since taking the reins from […] EPL: He’ll bring stability – Gary Neville on manager Man Utd should appoint permanently

The Director-General of the Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies (MINILS), Ilorin, Comrade Issa Aremu, has urged Nigerian workers to give maximum support to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in order to achieve sustainable development. Aremu made the call during the institute’s May Day lecture. He described the Tinubu-led administration as worker-friendly, […]

“In another operation, troops destroyed suspected terrorist life-support structures at Gakara high ground and Ndova village, further degrading insurgents’ capabilities,” it said.

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has expressed concern over the defection of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, and former Kano State governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the National Democratic Coalition (NDC).   In a statement, the Executive Director of CISLAC/TI-Nigeria, Auwal Ibrahim Musa-Rafsanjani, said while […]

NDRA raises concerns over dual membership breach in Nigeria’s Electoral Act, highlighting inconsistencies in party records involving Barr. Reuben Egwuaba.

The factional South-West National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Adedeji Doherty, has warned that former Deputy National Chairman (South) of the Party, Chief Olabode George, risked expulsion if he continued his public criticism of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.   Doherty issued the warning while reacting to […]

The chairman of the Swimming Section at Ikoyi Club 1938, Mr Akinbulejo Onabolu, has confirmed that preparations are complete for the first leg of the Quomodo Inter-School Swimming League, scheduled for 9th May 2026. Speaking ahead of the event, Mr Onabolu expressed confidence in the arrangements and assured participants of an exciting and memorable competition. […]