Police suspend political rallies in Osun LG over security threats
The Osun State Police Command has advised all political parties to suspend political rallies in Oriade Local Government Area, citing credible intelligence and rising security concerns that could trigger violence.
5 things to know about Somali referee Omar Artan denied US entry
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to commence this week, one of the tournament’s biggest off-field controversies involves Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry into the United States despite being selected to officiate at football’s biggest event.
Oyo kidnap victim recounts 14-day ordeal, says family paid N15m ransom
By Adeola Badru A woman who spent 14 days in captivity after being abducted in Ibadan, Oyo State, has recounted her ordeal, revealing that her family paid N15 million ransom to secure her freedom. The victim, who requested anonymity, spoke with Vanguard about the emotional and psychological trauma she endured following the abduction, which occurred […]
Kwankwaso still meddling in NNPP affairs despite exit, party alleges
Warning the NDC against repeating what it described as the NNPP’s experience, the party said allowing Kwankwaso excessive influence would amount to “political suicide.”
Court adjourns Shinkafi’s suit against INEC, APC, Senator Kaura to June 25
By Idris Salisu, Gusau GUSAU — A Federal High Court sitting in Gusau, Zamfara State, has adjourned a suit filed by APC Zamfara North senatorial aspirant, Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, against the Independent National Electoral Commission, the All Progressives Congress and Senator Sahabi Ya’u Kaura to June 25, 2026. Shinkafi is challenging the alleged non-conduct of […]
Senate gives BOA, NSPMC, REA one week to answer audit queries
The Senate has given the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company and the Rural Electrification Agency a one-week ultimatum to appear before it and respond to outstanding audit queries.
Iran accuses US of blocking fans from attending World Cup
The Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) has accused the United States of withdrawing its allocation of tickets for Iranian supporters ahead of the forthcoming World Cup.
Iran to travel to US day before its first WC match
While the players obtained the visas necessary to enter the United States — which is in open military conflict with Tehran — and play their group-stage matches in Los Angeles and Seattle, not all delegation members received them.
‘Stop using insecurity to distract Tinubu’ – Okpebholo tells opposition
Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo has warned those sponsoring insecurity in the country to desist and allow the presidency to focus on governance.
June 12: Atiku was part of decision for rotational presidency — FG
Secretary to the Government of the Federation SGF, Senator George Akume, made the disclosure while responding to questions during a World Press Conference held in Abuja as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 27th Democracy Day Anniversary.
FG unveils $1bn AfCFTA fund to boost Nigeria’s export drive
By Progress Godfrey ABUJA – The Federal Government has launched a $1 billion African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Adjustment Fund Credit Facility to boost local production and intra-African trade. This initiative aims to improve the competitiveness of Nigerian businesses and accelerate the country’s export-led economic growth agenda across continental markets. According to a press […]
