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ADC Faults Revised 2027 Timetable, Says Fielding Candidates ‘Almost Impossible’

ADC Faults Revised 2027 Timetable, Says Fielding Candidates ‘Almost Impossible’

Naija News • 2d ago

Nigeria’s preparations for the 2027 general elections entered a new phase after INEC adjusted key dates following the repeal of the Electoral Act 2022 and the enactment of the Electoral Act 2026. The post ADC Faults Revised 2027 Timetable, Says Fielding Candidates ‘Almost Impossible’ appeared first on Channels Television ....

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Chibuike Nwaiwu steals Onuachu’s shine in Trabzonspor’s win over Karagumruk

Chibuike Nwaiwu steals Onuachu’s shine in Trabzonspor’s win over Karagumruk

Football • 2d ago

Nigerian defender Chibuike Nwaiwu scored twice as Trabzonspor claimed a handsome 3-1 win over Fatih Karagumruk at Papara Park, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigerian stars Nwaiwu and Paul Onuachu maintained their spots in Trabzonspor's starting lineup as they welcomed relegation-threatened Karagumruk. Trabzonspor entered the tie as heavy favorites and asserted thei...

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NNPC’s stake in Dangote refinery secures national interest – Reps

NNPC’s stake in Dangote refinery secures national interest – Reps

Naija News • 2d ago

The House of Representatives affirms that NNPC’s 7.25% equity stake in the Dangote Refinery is vital for securing Nigeria’s national interest. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpcs-stake-in-dangote-refinery-secures-national-interest-reps/...

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Court transfers el-Rufai’s rights enforcement suit for reassignment

Court transfers el-Rufai’s rights enforcement suit for reassignment

Naija News • 2d ago

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the transfer of the fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by former Kaduna state governor, Nasir el-Rufa’i, to [...]...

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China urges swift ceasefire as Pakistan strikes Afghan cities

China urges swift ceasefire as Pakistan strikes Afghan cities

Naija News • 2d ago

China has called for dialogue following the military escalation between Pakistan and Afghanistan that saw Pakistani forces strike Afghan cities overnight. “As a neighbour and [...]...

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Court Remands Malami, Son, Wife Over ₦8.7bn Money Laundering Charges

Court Remands Malami, Son, Wife Over ₦8.7bn Money Laundering Charges

Naija News • 2d ago

Justice Abdulmalik issued the order shortly after they pleaded not guilty to a 16-count charge to the tune of ₦8.7 billion in corruption charges. The post Court Remands Malami, Son, Wife Over ₦8.7bn Money Laundering Charges appeared first on Channels Television ....

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Predicted winners of Champions League Round 16 matches after knockout draw

Predicted winners of Champions League Round 16 matches after knockout draw

Naija News • 2d ago

UEFA has confirmed the 2025/26 Champions League knockout stage matchups, featuring classic encounters like Real Madrid vs Manchester City and Chelsea vs PSG....

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Why Ademola Lookman’s Galatasaray move failed despite Victor Osimhen push

Why Ademola Lookman’s Galatasaray move failed despite Victor Osimhen push

Football • 2d ago

Italian football agent George Gardi has revealed the main reason Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman never completed a much-talked-about move to Galatasaray, Soccernet.ng reports. Lookman looked destined for a move to Istanbul following strong interest from the Turkish champions and encouragement from fellow Nigerian star Victor Osimhen. Galatasaray had targ...

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Trump suggests a ‘friendly takeover’ of Cuba amid US fuel blockade

Trump suggests a ‘friendly takeover’ of Cuba amid US fuel blockade

World • 2d ago

The Republican leader, who has sought to expand US influence across Latin America, said of Cuba: 'They want our help.'...

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Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu sends message to Eric Chelle ahead of four-nation tournament, video

Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu sends message to Eric Chelle ahead of four-nation tournament, video

Naija News • 2d ago

Paul Onuachu shines with a goal in Trabzonspor's 3-1 victory, leading the Super Lig and sending a message to coach Eric Chelle before the four-nation tournament....

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Michelle Alozie models Chicago Stars’ new Kit

Michelle Alozie models Chicago Stars’ new Kit

Football • 2d ago

Michelle Alozie has featured as one of the faces of the new Chicago Stars FC kit launch. The Super Falcons defender helped unveil the club’s latest look ahead of the new season, representing both her team and Nigeria on a global stage. In a post shared on her social media, Alozie appeared in the new … The post Michelle Alozie models Chicago Stars’ new Kit...

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GDP Rises to 4.07% in Q4 2025

GDP Rises to 4.07% in Q4 2025

Naija News • 2d ago

James Emejo in Abuja The country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew to 4.07 per cent in real terms in the fourth quarter of last year (Q4 2025) compared to 3.98...

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Comfort Erhabor earns First Super Falcons Call-Up

Comfort Erhabor earns First Super Falcons Call-Up

Football • 2d ago

Comfort Erhabor has received her first call-up to the Nigeria women’s national football team ahead of the upcoming international break. Her club, Portsmouth Women, confirmed the news, celebrating the milestone moment as the young defender takes the next step in her career. Erhabor, born in Nigeria and currently in her early twenties, began her football … T...

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Benue leaders rally behind Governor Alia for second term bid

Benue leaders rally behind Governor Alia for second term bid

Naija News • 2d ago

Political stakeholders and citizens in Benue state are increasingly closing ranks behind Governor Hyacinth Alia, with growing calls for unity, forgiveness and collective support for [...]...

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INEC absent as court adjourns APP deregistration case to April 16

INEC absent as court adjourns APP deregistration case to April 16

Naija News • 2d ago

A Federal High Court sitting in Owerri has adjourned the matter seeking to disqualify the Action Peoples Party, APP, from participating in any electoral exercise following its deregistration by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. The case, which was supposed to commence fully, was adjourned to April 16 following the absence of a legal repres...

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LP remains strong in Edo despite defections –

LP remains strong in Edo despite defections –

Naija News • 2d ago

‎‎The Edo state chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has dismissed claims that the party had collapsed in the state following recent defections and internal [...]...

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Ukraine claws back southern territory as Russia’s war enters fifth year

Ukraine claws back southern territory as Russia’s war enters fifth year

World • 2d ago

Ukraine made limited territorial gains in December and February, highlighting weaknesses in Russian offensive ability....

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Hull City Manager Provides Update On Ajayi’s Fitness

Hull City Manager Provides Update On Ajayi’s Fitness

Football • 2d ago

Hull City manager Sergej Jakirović has disclosed that Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi is on the verge of returning to full fitness ahead of this weekend’s Championship clash against Portsmouth. The 32-year-old has been sidelined since sustaining a hamstring injury during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations last month, which has kept him out of [...] The post ...

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Britain evacuates staff from Iran amid growing fears President Trump will launch an attack

Britain evacuates staff from Iran amid growing fears President Trump will launch an attack

Gossip • 2d ago

Britain said on Friday it had temporarily evacuated its embassy staff from Iran, citing the securit...

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Two suspects arrested as Oyo police smash transnational ammunition trafficking syndicate, recover 2,625 cartridges concealed in jerry cans

Two suspects arrested as Oyo police smash transnational ammunition trafficking syndicate, recover 2,625 cartridges concealed in jerry cans

Gossip • 2d ago

The Oyo State Police Command has smashed a transnational ammunition trafficking syndicate and arrested two suspects at Bud...

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