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Brazil is the only nation to have qualified for every World Cup, showcasing its football legacy. The upcoming tournament will feature an expanded format with 48 teams across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
…tenders video evidence, as judge adjourns case to June 22 By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA– The Department of State Services (DSS) on Tuesday explained before the Federal High Court in Abuja why the immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El‑Rufai was relocated t...
Former Head of State Yakubu Gowon has called on politicians to abandon desperate tactics and promote free and fair elections. He emphasizes the need for transparency in the electoral process.
Nigeria's national football team will compete in Group L of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar, Tanzania, and Guinea-Bissau. The draw took place at the Egyptian Football Association headquarters.
Ghana will compete against Ivory Coast in Group C of the AFCON 2027 qualifying draw. Gambia and Somalia are also in the group, with the top teams qualifying for the tournament.
The EFCC has arrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, after his conviction for financial misappropriation. This action highlights ongoing efforts to combat corruption in Nigeria.
Cristiano Ronaldo has made history by being named in Portugal's squad for the 2026 World Cup, marking his sixth tournament appearance. This achievement sets a new record in World Cup history.
Samuel Ajose has stepped down from the Lagos governorship race and is endorsing Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat. This move is seen as a strategic alignment within the APC ahead of the elections.
Actress Funke Akindele has called on Nigerians to support 32 special-needs children who were evicted from their therapy center in Lagos. She aims to raise awareness and assistance for these vulnerable children affected by the court order.
Kogi State police have arrested a 52-year-old man with 339 wraps of suspected Indian hemp. The drugs were reportedly intended for distribution in Adamawa State.
The allegations have now sparked renewed calls from party stakeholders and supporters for an independent review of the primary process, with demands that the APC leadership thoroughly examine the materials, including the video evidence and ward documentation The post Fresh contro...
The Peoples Democratic Party in Bayelsa East has decided to allocate the 2027 senatorial ticket to Brass Constituency II. Additionally, the 2031 ticket will be reserved for Nembe Constituency II, ensuring a single four-year term for each.
Samuel Ajose, a 2027 Lagos State governorship aspirant, has stepped down from the race ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election, declaring support for Obafemi Hamzat. The post Video: Samuel Ajose steps down for Hamzat in Lagos APC race appeared first on Vangu...
Nigeria’s economic reform programme appears to be gaining international validation as global ratings agency S&P Global Ratings upgraded the country’s read more CBN’s tough reforms begin paying off as S&P upgrades Nigeria
Hammed Shittu in Ilorin Deputy Senate Leader, Senator Oyelola Ashiru, has lost all the 12 wards of Offa, Offa local government area of the state to former Federal Character Commission
Lagos State House of Assembly member Desmond Elliot faces on Wednesday the toughest primary election he has faced since dumping acting for politics in 2015. The primary election may prove pivotal to his political future. The post 11 years ago, Desmond Elliot swapped costumes for ...
Michael Olugbode in Abuja A powerful coalition of civil society organisations has mounted fresh pressure on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately sign the Federal Audit Service Bill into law,
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos State Council, has announced plans to commence enforcement of pension remittance compliance from June read more NLC begins crackdown on pension remittance defaulters June 1
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed off a rice processing facility in Kano State, Fortune Rice Mills Limited, over alleged violations
Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja Nigeria has commenced diplomatic efforts at the United Nations to secure global backing for its proposed State Police initiative. Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations,
WHO has voiced concern about the "scale and speed" of an Ebola that has killed an estimated 131 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo The post ‘Scale and speed’ of Ebola outbreak worry WHO appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has closed the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for its 2027 presidential ticket read more 2027: Obi emerge NDC presidential candidate as party extend expression of interest deadlines for others
For decades, northern Nigerian women stitched intricate patterns into flowing robes while others captured most of the value. Today, through read more From Zaria to Charleston: How Hausa embroidery became a global luxury export
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Saleh Mamman, a former Minister of Power, who was recently convicted read more EFCC arrests convicted ex-power minister Mamman
Strong investors demand for the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) debt instrument continues in May as the government’s bond auction in May 2026 recorded a 32.8% oversubscription. The post FGN bonds record 32% oversubscription in May auction appeared first on Vanguard News.
Life Lager Beer has launched a new entrepreneurship campaign aimed at promoting the Southeast’s traditional apprenticeship system, popularly known as read more Brewer taps Igbo apprenticeship model to empower young entrepreneurs
Investors are finding ways to address the challenges in Nigeria's residential real estate market. This segment is crucial for the overall growth of the real estate sector, impacting various other segments.
“As long as I am happy with who I am and who I am with, then that’s all that matters.” The post Frank Edoho sold my property, humiliated, physically abused me — Ex-wife alleges appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As Lagos continues its rapid transformation into a megacity, conversations around urban renewal, redevelopment, and real estate investment have become read more Why Lagos must hold urban renewal, displacement talks now
Gowon said the intervention from both sources eventually helped Nigeria turn the tide during the three-year civil war, which lasted from July 1967 to January 1970. The post Civil War: We turned to Soviets for weapons after US, UK snub — Gowon appeared first on Vanguard News.