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Female aspirant joins 2027 Gombe governorship race
Fri, 01 May 2026 22:08:15 +0000
Sa’adatu Sa’ad-Mustapha enters the 2027 Gombe governorship race on the APC platform, becoming the first female aspirant to declare her intent. Read More: https://punchng.com/female-aspirant-joins-2027-gombe-governorship-race/
‘Humanity paying the price’ for Middle East crisis — UN chief
Fri, 01 May 2026 21:26:14 +0000
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns that the ongoing Middle East crisis has global consequences, urging for a durable and peaceful resolution. Read More: https://punchng.com/humanity-paying-the-price-for-middle-east-crisis-un-chief/
INEC updates portal, recognises Baba-Ahmed as PRP chairman
Fri, 01 May 2026 21:15:20 +0000
INEC has updated its portal to formally recognise Hakeem Baba-Ahmed as the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) Chairman after a delay and public outcry. Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-updates-portal-recognises-baba-ahmed-as-prp-chairman/
Nigeria assumes office as AU peace, security council chair
Fri, 01 May 2026 21:02:50 +0000
Nigeria assumes chairmanship of the AU Peace and Security Council for May 2026, leading discussions on climate change, terrorism, and maritime security. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-assumes-office-as-au-peace-security-council-chair/
Gombe gov reiterates commitment to enhanced security, economy
Fri, 01 May 2026 20:46:56 +0000
Gombe State Governor reiterates commitment to enhancing security and economy, addressing workers’ welfare and insecurity challenges on May Day. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-gov-reiterates-commitment-to-enhanced-security-economy/
Trump says US will raise tariffs on EU cars to 25%
Fri, 01 May 2026 20:41:28 +0000
President Trump says he will raise tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25%, citing the bloc’s non-compliance with a trade deal. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-says-us-will-raise-tariffs-on-eu-cars-to-25/
AI actors, writers not eligible for Oscars — Academy
Fri, 01 May 2026 20:36:03 +0000
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has set new AI Oscars rules, making AI-generated actors and screenplays ineligible for awards. Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-actors-writers-not-eligible-for-oscars-academy/
Soldiers kill four terrorists, arrest suspects in North East
Fri, 01 May 2026 20:31:24 +0000
Nigerian troops intensify counter-terrorism operations, killing four terrorists, arresting collaborators, and securing the surrender of one insurgent. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-kill-four-terrorists-arrest-suspects-in-north-east/
Osun dismisses APC’s claims of inadequate infrastructure, teachers in public schools
Fri, 01 May 2026 20:24:34 +0000
The Osun State government dismisses claims by the APC of inadequate infrastructure and teachers in its public schools, highlighting recent improvements. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-dismisses-apcs-claims-of-inadequate-infrastructure-teachers-in-public-schools/
Academics urged to join politics
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:55:08 +0000
Nigerian registrar Dapo Oke calls for more academics in politics, arguing that intellectuals can improve governance with their knowledge and principles. Read More: https://punchng.com/academics-urged-to-join-politics/
Anambra youths protest killing of 26-year-old, demand probe
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:47:26 +0000
Youths in Anambra State protest the alleged killing of a 26-year-old man by the Special Anti-Touting Squad, demanding a full investigation from the governo Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-youths-protest-killing-of-26-year-old-demand-probe/
FG approves national aircraft leasing company
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:45:25 +0000
The Nigerian government approves a national aircraft leasing company to help domestic airlines access modern fleets, boosting the aviation sector. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-approves-national-aircraft-leasing-company/
JUST IN: Binani dumps ADC for NDC nine months after leaving APC
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:38:35 +0000
Former Adamawa governorship candidate, Aishatu Binani, officially joins the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) nine months after leaving the APC for the ADC Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-binani-dumps-adc-for-ndc-nine-months-after-leaving-apc/
Ex-NAWOJ chair declares for Edo Assembly seat
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:37:20 +0000
Former NAWOJ chair Adesuwa Ehimuan has declared her intention to contest the Oredo East Edo Assembly seat on the APC platform in the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-nawoj-chair-declares-for-edo-assembly-seat/
Oyebamiji unveils ‘Osun Prosperity Agenda’
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:36:07 +0000
APC candidate Bola Oyebamiji unveils his ‘Osun Prosperity Agenda,’ focusing on social protection, rural development, poverty alleviation, and security for Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebamiji-unveils-osun-prosperity-agenda/
Diri approves houses for civil servants, payment of promotion arrears
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:25:06 +0000
Gov. Douye Diri approves 108 housing units and payment of promotion arrears for Bayelsa civil servants during the 2026 May Day celebration in Yenagoa. Read More: https://punchng.com/diri-approves-houses-for-civil-servants-payment-of-promotion-arrears/
Kogi lawmaker dumps ADC
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:24:38 +0000
Kogi lawmaker Leke Abejide has dumped the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing prolonged internal crises and leadership uncertainty. Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-lawmaker-dumps-adc/
Poor network: Telecom upgrades slowed by fibre cuts, insecurity — ALTON
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:21:22 +0000
Discover why frequent fibre cuts, vandalism, and insecurity are slowing telecom upgrades in Nigeria, leading to poor service quality and high operational c Read More: https://punchng.com/poor-network-telecom-upgrades-slowed-by-fibre-cuts-insecurity-alton/
Otti hails late mother of Gregory varsity founder
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:03:47 +0000
Gov. Alex Otti celebrates the life of Ugoeze Margaret Ibe, mother of Gregory University’s founder, calling her a nurturer of dreams and a pillar of strengt Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-hails-late-mother-of-gregory-varsity-founder/
Slain Delta musician Ogidi’s body awaiting autopsy, not missing – Police
Fri, 01 May 2026 19:01:03 +0000
Delta police refute claims that slain musician Ogidi’s body is missing. Authorities confirm his remains are in a mortuary awaiting a compulsory autopsy. Read More: https://punchng.com/slain-delta-musician-ogidis-body-awaiting-autopsy-not-missing-police/
Tinubu to visit France, Kenya, Rwanda for summits
Fri, 01 May 2026 18:50:50 +0000
President Tinubu embarks on foreign trips to France, Kenya, and Rwanda to attend the Africa-France Summit and the Africa CEO Forum, promoting investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-to-visit-france-kenya-rwanda-for-summits/
ADC candidate blames Accord, APC for division in Osun labour movement
Fri, 01 May 2026 18:18:28 +0000
ADC candidate Najeem Salaam blames the Accord Party and APC for causing division within the Osun labour movement, promising to restore unity and welfare. Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-candidate-blames-accord-apc-for-division-in-osun-labour-movement/
Workers’ Day: Niger NLC wants Bago to pay pension arrears
Fri, 01 May 2026 18:13:49 +0000
On Workers’ Day, the Niger State NLC called on Governor Bago to clear outstanding pension arrears and resume gratuity payments for state and LG workers. Read More: https://punchng.com/workers-day-niger-nlc-wants-bago-to-pay-pension-arrears/
LASU spends over N200m monthly on electricity — Official
Fri, 01 May 2026 18:11:50 +0000
Lagos State University (LASU) spends over N200m monthly on electricity, a significant financial burden that a new government power plant aims to solve. Read More: https://punchng.com/lasu-spends-over-n200m-monthly-on-electricity-official/
May Day: Labour urges Otti to raise workers’ minimum wage
Fri, 01 May 2026 18:00:38 +0000
During May Day, the Nigeria Labour Congress urged Abia’s Governor Otti to raise the workers’ minimum wage to combat severe economic hardship and inflation. Read More: https://punchng.com/may-day-labour-urges-otti-to-raise-workers-minimum-wage/
Use AI responsibly, Ekiti lawmaker advises Nigerian students
Fri, 01 May 2026 17:50:12 +0000
A lawmaker advises Nigerian students to use AI responsibly, warning that over-reliance can harm critical thinking and undermine academic excellence. Read More: https://punchng.com/use-ai-responsibly-ekiti-lawmaker-advises-nigerian-students-2/
Ekiti employed 10,000 workers in three-and-half years — Oyebanji
Fri, 01 May 2026 17:46:46 +0000
Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji announces his administration has employed 10,000 workers and cleared backlogs of promotions, pensions, and gratuities. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-employed-10000-workers-in-three-and-half-years-oyebanji/
Ex-Kaduna councillor picks APC forms for Assembly race
Fri, 01 May 2026 17:33:28 +0000
Yahaya Maigida, a former Kaduna councillor, has officially entered the State House of Assembly race after purchasing APC nomination forms for Kachia. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-kaduna-councillor-picks-apc-forms-for-assembly-race/
Army graduates 27 drone pilots in Kaduna
Fri, 01 May 2026 17:18:23 +0000
The Nigerian Army has graduated 27 new drone pilots in Kaduna to enhance intelligence gathering and operational efficiency in its North West security opera Read More: https://punchng.com/army-graduates-27-drone-pilots-in-kaduna/
May Day: Tinubu declares insecurity, poverty national emergency
Fri, 01 May 2026 17:13:43 +0000
President Tinubu declares insecurity and poverty a national emergency, outlining his administration’s multi-pronged strategy to boost jobs and restore stab Read More: https://punchng.com/may-day-tinubu-declares-insecurity-poverty-national-emergency/
