The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Tuesday met with Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Patrick Egloff. In a post on his verified X handle on Wednesday, Obi said the meeting was about strengthening development through partnership. According to him, they had a productive and engaging…
…free as a girlfriend does not make you morally superior to those who get paid for it - Nigerian woman says A Nigerian lady, Asake Agoro, has stated that a woman who has s3x with her boyfriend for free is not morally superior to those who trade s3x for financial gain. "Giving out s3x for free as a girlfriend, i.e fornic…
…after this investigation. "This is the most thorough academic investigation at any Nigerian university so far." by Linda Ikeji at 22/07/2026 7:54 AM | Share this Story
A Nigerian man filmed a solemn video vow to his wife, swearing he would never cheat on her once he joined her in CanadaThe husband acknowledged that his wife had spent three years alone without him and their children, and asked for her forgivenessThe video went viral on Facebook, sparking a heated debate about whether…
…registry of approved digital lenders, with over 170 companies now licensed to operate Nigerians who borrow from unapproved loan apps risk harassment, hidden charges, data breaches, and difficulty reporting complaints to regulatorsFairMoney, Branch, Carbon, OKash, and PalmCredit are among the regulated platforms on the…
Muhammad Salisu, 12, and Abdurrahman Salisu, 7, were swept away by a flood in Janbago community, Katsina StateThe boys were on their way home from an Islamiyya school when a heavy downpour turned the streets into dangerous floodsCommunity leaders say Janbago has battled recurring floods for over a decade due to poor dr…
The FG opened applications for its C.L.I.C.K.D. Programme, which lets Nigerians buy laptops, phones and tablets through consumer creditCREDICORP is running the pilot with 1,000 locally assembled laptops, currently open only to fellows of the 3MTT ProgrammeKey details such as interest rates, repayment periods and down-p…
Three Crowns Milk, one of Nigeria’s most trusted dairy brands from FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC has announced Olaide Adesina as winner of the Three Crowns Mum of the Year 2026 at the grand finale of its flagship mum wellness initiative, held on Sunday, 19 July 2026, at Classique Event Centre, Oregun, Lagos. Now i…
…market data showed that Brent crude, the international benchmark against which much of Nigeria’s crude is priced, rose by 0.24 per cent to $89.43 per barrel. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 0.42 per cent to $82.83 per barrel, while Murban crude climbed 2.47 per cent to $83.78 per barrel. The OPEC Basket also…
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bond auction in July 2026 was oversubscribed by 45 percent, or N540 billion, attracting total subscriptions of N1.74 trillion against the N1.2 trillion offered by the Debt Management Office (DMO). This reflects strong investor demand for Federal Government…
…sat front row at the Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture show in Paris next to Cardi B, Nigerian timelines exploded. Beyond the glamour, couture week is fundamentally about self-definition, deciding who you want to be and presenting it boldly to the world. You do not need an invitation to […] The post How Nigeria’s Gen Z…
…the arrival of Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun and forward Gift Monday at Nigeria's training camp in Casablanca after their scheduled flight from the United States was cancelled due to technical reasons, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to the Nigeria Football Federation, both players arrived at the airpo…
…outlook changed following a difficult period that included a tragic car accident in Nigeria, which claimed the lives of two of his close friends and left him with minor injuries. The Briton returned to action after mourning and recovery, and is now on course for a long-awaited showdown with Tyson Fury. The 36-year-old…
…Fencing Federation Championships set to unfold in Lagos from August 9 to 14, Team Nigeria is brimming with anticipation and ambition. Among the squad are two rising stars — Adebodunri Thomas and Alex Chizim Aninyei — who first made their mark at the 2025 African Championships and now stand ready to carry Nigeria’s colo…
…controversy surrounding an alleged ₦210 trillion financial discrepancy involving the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has once again raised broader questions about accountability, financial controls and the management of Nigeria’s most important commercial institution. But the renewed debate also…
…(rtd), has stated that the ADC is still dedicated to bolstering democracy and offering Nigeria a reliable political alternative in spite of the legal battles it is facing. General Sura (rtd) dismissed the insinuation being peddled in some places that […] The post ADC, credible alternative for Nigerians —Plateau gov can…
…to appear before the panel, as well as the withdrawal of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, SAN, from the legal representation of the embattled alleged Director-General of the council, Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi. The House Ad-hoc Committee investigating the alleged establishment, funding and operations of the council…
Businesses will need to upgrade their tax and accounting processes as Nigeria moves towards a digital tax administration system driven by electronic invoicing, the Nigeria Revenue Service has said. The e-invoicing framework, which is being introduced through a phased rollout, is designed to improve transaction visibili…
The profits of Nigeria’s surviving banks have risen 12 times since the landmark 2005 banking recapitalisation led by former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, an analysis by THE PUNCH has shown. The recapitalisation, which raised the minimum capital requirement for banks to N25bn, reduced the number of…
…the original architects of the APC, later parted ways with the party and joined the New Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). His departure was seen as a significant loss given his long-standing influence in Kano state politics.APC national chairman visits Senator Kabiru Gaya in Kano Photo >Yilwatda confirmed the visit in…
…the existence of extrajudicial killings and organ-harvesting syndicate within the Nigeria Police Force in Anambra State. He was serving as a member of the National Youth Service Corps attached to the Anambra State Police Command’s Rapid Response Squad when he became linked to a series of exclusive online disclosures pu…
…International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) arrested him and returned him to Nigeria.The Matter Is in Court - AIG JimohSpeaking with the visiting activists, Jimoh said the police built a strong case before transferring the matter to the judiciary."The matter is already in court and justice must prevail," he s…
…Bola Ahmed Tinubu has initiated four significant road infrastructure projects across Nigeria since taking office in May 2023, spanning coastal, northern, and southern corridors of the country.The projects cover thousands of kilometres of new and upgraded highway networks, with varying levels of completion across differ…
The National Association of Nigerian Students, Ogun State Joint Campus Council, has raised the alarm over what it described as a growing wave of insecurity and robbery targeting students of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, calling on security agencies and the institution’s management to take urgent action. The associati…
…Adeola Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering public affairs and governance in Nigeria and Africa.FCT, Abuja - A Nigerian woman's lawyers have taken her dispute with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to the international stage, filing formal human rights petitions with the United Nations (UN…