May 26
Zimbabwe/Nigeria: Unity Cup - Uzoho to Captain Super Eagles Against Zimbabwe
Leadership
Francis Uzoho is set to lead the Super Eagles out as captain for tonight's highly anticipated Unity Cup semi-final clash against the Warriors of Zimbabwe. Read more »
Nigeria: Olawepo-Hashim Declares for Presidency Under Accord Party
Leadership
A former presidential candidate and 2027 presidential hopeful, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has formally confirmed his membership in the Accord Party and declared his intention to… Read more »
Nigeria: Unity Cup - Uzoho Rallies Super Eagles, Welcomes Goalkeeping Competition
Leadership
Stand-in captain and Super Eagles goalkeeper, Francis Uzoho, has called for patience and continued support from Nigerian fans, acknowledging the pressure that comes with… Read more »
Nigeria: Suspected Thugs Attack Wike Backed-PDP Secretariat in Bauchi, Destroy Vehicles, Members Injured
Leadership
Suspected political thugs on Sunday attacked the venue of the governorship declaration organised by the Abdulrahman Mohammed-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in… Read more »
Nigeria: Fubara's Withdrawal From Rivers APC Primary Not Surprising - - Wike
Leadership
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said he was not surprised by the decision of Siminalayi Fubara to withdraw from the All Progressives Congress… Read more »
Nigeria: Roberts, Davies Return From Injury for Wales
Leadership
Captain Ben Davies has returned from a serious ankle injury to be included in Wales' squad for friendly matches against Ghana and Romania, while Connor Roberts could make his first… Read more »
Africa: Bolanle Austen-Peters Wins ASP Architect of Culture Award At Africa Soft Power Gala 2026 in Nairobi
Leadership
Bolanle Austen-Peters, the Nigerian theatre, film and cultural-enterprise founder, has been honoured with the ASP Architect of Culture Award at the Africa Soft Power Gala &… Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Wins ADC Presidential Primary in Edo
Vanguard
BENIN CITY -- Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has been declared winner of the presidential primary of the African Democratic Congress in Edo State. Read more »
Nigeria: Abia 2027 / I Am Not a Newcomer in PDP - Anosike, Governorship Candidate
Vanguard
- Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State for the 2027 general election, Dr Kelechi Anosike, has dismissed claims that he is a new member of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Plateau PDP Governorship Primary - Ropshik Clinches Ticket, Pledges One-Term Tenure
Vanguard
- Businessman and governorship aspirant, Kefas Ropshik, has emerged candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State following a keenly contested primary election… Read more »
Nigeria: Anambra Moves to Enforce Cashless Tax Payments
Vanguard
..Warns Against Illegal Cash Collection Read more »
Nigeria: Eid-El-Kabir - Barau Urges Unity, Charity, Prayers for Nigeria
Vanguard
....Senator Adeola Calls for Support for Renewed Hope Agenda Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Zamfara APC Crisis Deepens As Shinkafi Sues Party Over Senatorial Primary
Vanguard
...Warns Against 'Dictatorship' and Imposition of Candidates Read more »
Nigeria: ADC Declares Kpautagi Winner of Niger Governorship Primary
Vanguard
...Rival Camp Keeps Silent Read more »
Nigeria: APC Senatorial Primaries - Shinkafi Drags INEC, Party to Court Over Alleged Irregularities
Vanguard
A Zamfara North Senatorial aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has approached the Federal High Court in Gusau, challenging the conduct… Read more »
Nigeria: Oriire Attack - CDS Orders Security Reinforcement in Oyo
Vanguard
...Deploys Drones as Troops Record Massive Nationwide Gains Read more »
Nigeria: Ogun ADC in Crisis As Parallel Primaries Produce Ogundipe, Lawal As Governorship Candidates
Vanguard
The Ogun State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been thrown into deepening internal crisis following the emergence of two governorship candidates from parallel… Read more »
Nigeria: ADC Releases Results, Declares Nine Winners in Cross River National Assembly and State Assembly Primaries
Vanguard
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released the preliminary results of its National Assembly and State House of Assembly primaries in Cross River State, declaring nine… Read more »
Nigeria: Anambra ADC Presidential Primary - Atiku Emerges Winner With 58,566 Votes
Vanguard
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emerged winner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary held in Anambra State, securing a total of 58,566 votes. Read more »
Nigeria: Peter Obi Disowns Viral Claim of 45m Votes in 'NDC Primary'
Vanguard
Former presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has distanced himself from a viral report claiming he won 45 million votes in a purported presidential primary election of the Nigeria… Read more »
Nigeria: We're Committed to Combating Maritime Crimes - Navy
Vanguard
--The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Idi Abbas has reiterated the commitment of the Nigerian Navy to combating maritime crime in Nigeria's territorial waters. Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Wins ADC Presidential Primary in Ondo With 18,287 Votes
Vanguard
Party Waxing Stronger Ahead of 2027 Polls -- Alabere Read more »
Nigeria: Southampton Lead Tributes As Nigerian Winger Victor Udoh Dies At 21
Premium Times
According to multiple reports, the young forward reportedly died in Abuja on Monday night under circumstances linked to suspected food or alcohol poisoning Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Unveils Nationwide Sports Infrastructure Overhaul, Approves Major Stadium Upgrades, New Facilities
Leadership
The Federal Government has approved an extensive package of sports infrastructure projects across the country in a move aimed at transforming Nigeria's sporting landscape and… Read more »
Nigeria: Table Tennis - Quadri Aruna Suffers Biggest Ranking Drop in 12 Years
Premium Times
The dramatic drop also saw the Nigerian star fall to fourth in Africa, the first time since 2014 that Aruna has failed to occupy one of the continent's top two positions Read more »
