The Nigerian Senate has approved a N68 trillion budget for the 2026 fiscal year, increasing the initial proposal of N59 trillion by N9 trillion. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the passage of the budget during plenary after lawmakers considered and adopted the report of the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The report was presented by the […] Senate approves N68trn 2026 budget

After weeks of scrutiny and budget defence sessions, lawmakers passed an expanded 2026 appropriation bill with a strong focus on capital expenditure, security, and macroeconomic stability. The post Reps pass ₦68.30tn 2026 budget after upward review appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Adebayo Adelabu has resigned his position as the Minister of Power under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, following President Bola Tinubu's directive.

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has revealed plans to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing the party’s potential to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. The governor disclosed this when he received a delegation from the ADC, led by a former Secretary to the Government of the […] Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed set to dump PDP for ADC

The lawmakers extended the implementation timeline of the capital component of the budget to 30 June 2026. The post Nigerian lawmakers extend implementation of 2025 federal budget after Tinubu’s failed promises appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Coalition of Niger Delta Ethnic Nationalities CNDEN on Tuesday staged a protest at the National Assembly, demanding an immediate decentralization of pipeline surveillance contracts across the oil-rich region. Led by Dr. Alaye Theophilus, President-General of the coalition and head of the Ijaw Youth Council IYC, the group submitted a petition […] The post N’Delta Coalition storms NASS to demand decentralization of pipeline contracts appeared first on Vanguard News.

A grieving widow uncovers her husband's hidden tattoo and a double life, revealing decades of secrets that challenge her understanding of their 42-year marriage.

The phrase love isn’t enough carries a quiet weight that only experience can truly translate. It echoes most loudly in the memories of relationships that once felt invincible, especially those tender, experimental bonds formed in the corridors of youth and college life. For many young men who could barely shoulder the weight of their own […]

March 31, (THEWILL) — Kanye West, also known as Ye, has been announced as the headliner for all three nights of the Wireless Festival 2026. The festival will take place from July 10 to 12 at Finsbury Park. Organizers say his return will be a major moment for the event. It will be his first […] The post Kanye West to Make UK Festival Return at Wireless 2026 Amid Ongoing Controversy appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu has resigned from his ministerial position. In a letter dated 26 March, 2026 circulating online on Tuesday, personally signed by him and addressed to President Bola Tinubu, Adelabu said the reason for his resignation was to enable him pursue his governorship ambition as Oyo State Governor. He appreciated Tinubu […] The post JUST IN: Power Minister, Adebayo Adelabu Resigns  appeared first on OsunDefender.

Petrol marketers across Nigeria have paused fresh pricing for petrol and diesel amid expectations that the Dangote Refinery may soon review its prices upward.

The forfeited properties and the funds were said to be proceeds of unlawful activities derived from three major projects awarded by the NNPCL to three contractors.

March 31, (THEWILL) — Tiger Woods was arrested for driving under the influence after a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, on March 27. Police found two hydrocodone pills in his pocket, a prescription opioid used to treat severe pain. Woods told officers he was looking at his phone and changing the radio before the […] The post Tiger Woods Arrested For DUI After Rollover Crash; Pills Found, Admits Using Phone, Changing Radio appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Energy expert Eche Idoko, has explained that the reliance of local refineries on foreign crude supplies is responsible for the recent hike in petrol prices.

The Senate has condemned in very strong terms the gruesome and barbaric attack on innocent citizens in Rukuba village of Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. The post Jos Attacks: Senate directs IGP to commence investigation appeared first on Vanguard News.

He told the protesters that the situation had been misinterpreted, as the coronation was only ceremonial rather than the installation of a traditional authority that defied the existing system. The post Nigeria apologises to South Africa over ‘coronation’ of traditional ruler appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The move follows Governor Abba Yusuf, the only governor elected on the NNPP platform, earlier announcing his defection to the APC. The post Eight Kano Reps Dump NNPP For APC appeared first on Channels Television.

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday made an order of final forfeiture of three properties and N3.4 billion in cash linked to allegations of fraud perpetrated at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, in a ruling on a motion on notice for final forfeiture of the assets moved by […] The post Court orders final forfeiture of ₦3.4bn properties linked to alleged NNPC fraud appeared first on Vanguard News.

Hon. Abdulhakeem Kamilu Ado, a member of the House of Representatives for Wudil/Garko Federal Constituency in Kano State, has resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). In a letter dated March 30, 2026, and sent to his ward chairman in Kausani Ward, Ado stated that his resignation takes immediate effect. He currently serves as […] Kano lawmaker Ado resigns from NNPP

An observant man shared why he felt Apostle Chibuzor of OPM had good intentions for his autistic son’s marriage to a mother of three. He gave fresh insights.

Nurudeen Aweroro has vowed to improve Shooting Stars SC’s away form ahead of their clash with Remo Stars.The Oluyole Warriors have lost their last seven road matches.Shooting Stars will take on the defending champions on Sunday, 5 April, in Ikenne.Aweroro remains confident his side can end their poor run away from home. “Regarding our defensive […]

Actress Laura Dern (Jurassic Park, 1993, I Am Sam, 2001) has been tapped to star in a new limited series that delves into the investigation of convicted sex-trafficker and pedophile, Jeffrey Epstein. Dern will play Julie K Brown, an investigative journalist with the Miami Herald who tracked the activities of the late disgraced financier when […]

Nigerian stock market rebounds as investors engage in bargain hunting, with Multiverse leading gains while NPF Microfinance Bank tops the losers.

Ahmad told the court that the property sought to be forfeited is reasonably suspected to have been acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities.

Commander of the agency in Edo, Mitchell Ofoyeju, said that the arrests and seizures were made within the first quarter of 2026. The post NDLEA arrests 104 suspects, seizes N1.8bn illicit drugs in Edo – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has hinted at a possible defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) amid what he described as a “headless” party torn by internal crises. Speaking shortly after a closed-door meeting with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) delegation, led by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, at […] Bauchi Governor Mohammed signals PDP exit, eyes ADC

Niger South senator, Peter Jiya, said he resigned his membership of the PDP “due to the ongoing quarrels and significant division within the party.” The post PDP senator dumps party, joins APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Animation and VFX-driven films have continued to keep the film industry in the green in recent weeks. The Ryan Gosling-starrer ‘Project Hail Mary’ wrapped up its second weekend at the top position in the US with $54.06 million from 4,077 cinemas to rake in $163.8 million domestically, and a total of $300.8 million worldwide. Based […]

Pope Leo XIV has urged 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide to pray for priests in crisis this April. The request by the pontiff is his prayer intention for April, and was released via the Pray with the Pope video on YouTube, prepared by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network. In his prayer, the Pope entrusted all priests, […]

March 31, (THEWILL) — R&B star, Brandy Norwood, has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking a major milestone in her more than 30-year career in music, television, and film. The 2,839th star was unveiled on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles. Among those in […] The post R&B Star Brandy Honoured With Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

THE Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, and the Council of Chief Imams and Alfas, CCIA, yesterday, bickered over the alleged marginalisation of Christians in political leadership in Surulere local government area of Lagos State. The post Surulere politics: CAN, Islamic clerics differ over alleged marginalisation of Christians appeared first on Vanguard News.

Charly Boy celebrated the birth of his great-grandchild at age 75, sharing a touching message about his blessings on social media as fans congratulated him

The journalists were honoured for their outstanding reportage in the fight against illicit drugs. The post Anti-drug War: NAN reporter, three other journalists honoured by NDLEA appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

March 31, (THEWILL) — The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), on Tuesday, declared that it does not recruit killers or individuals with criminal records into the Armed Forces of Nigeria, firmly dismissing circulating rumours that repentant terrorists are being secretly absorbed into the military and insisting there is no place for criminals within its ranks. Speaking during […] The post We Don’t Recruit Killers — DHQ Clears Air On Terrorist Rumours, Says No Place For Criminals In Army appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has indicated that the African Democratic Congress is his preferred destination if he resigns from the Peoples Democratic Party. Mohammed, who also chairs the PDP Governors’ Forum, disclosed this on Tuesday while hosting a delegation of the ADC led by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, […] The post Bauchi Gov Hints At Defection To ADC, Set For Declaration Thursday appeared first on OsunDefender.

Chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have urged President Bola Tinubu to rein in the party’s governorship aspirant in Nasarawa State, Ahmed Wadada, warning that failure to act could cost the party victory in the 2027 gubernatorial election. The party leaders, in a statement signed by Emmanuel Zachary and Ahmed Umar, accused Wadada of […] 2027: Call Wadada to order, or APC risks losing Nasarawa — Party chieftains tell Tinubu