…with our priorities, now or in the future. "Therefore, the state government urges the media and the general public to verify facts and resist undue insinuations that may be misleading."

…to make Nigeria proud." Saraki's gesture has drawn widespread commendation on social media, with many hailing it as an example of leadership that invests in youth education and national development. #kingkunlecs reacted "Wow this is incredible. Encouraging academic achievement like this increase more performance among…

…the lawyers wrote. The legal team also claimed that reactions generated on social media following the interview demonstrated that viewers understood the alleged remark as an attack on Arabambi’s identity and public credibility. According to the solicitors, Obi, as a prominent political figure and NDC presidential candi…

…this known while responding to questions from maritime editors and reporters during a media engagement in Lagos on Saturday. Akutah said concerns had been raised before the rollout of the National Single Window that its implementation could delay container clearance and expose importers to demurrage charges. To foresta…

…brief phone interview with Axios, referring to himself. An Israeli official told the US media outlet that next week might be too soon for the visit because Trump will be traveling to Turkey for a NATO summit on July 7-8. “It might take place the week after,” the official told Axios. Netanyahu’s office said the two men…

…Ismael Saibari - who had scored three times at the tournament - coming off for Rahimi. Immediately after the drinks break Rahimi had a go optimistically from distance, registering Morocco's first shot on target with a quarter of the game gone. There was a flashpoint shortly before half-time when Morocco captain Achraf…

…according to a statement in Ado Ekiti by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Yinka Oyebode, on Saturday, also instructed the State Ministry of Health and Human Services to take full responsibility for overseeing the welfare and wellbeing of the victims, with the State Government covering all medical expenses…

…to mark his birthday celebrations. Burna Boy had earlier dropped hints on social media about wanting "A Bugatti Venuum Chiron, something one of one, diamonds on the car and the key holder," building anticipation among fans for months. Burna Boy's Bugatti Chiron. Photo Credit: 1BENNY7G The vehicle, customised by Dubai-b…

…water gun. He reportedly taunted his victims and shared videos of the attacks on social media. The Houston Police Department disclosed this in a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Thursday and sighted by our correspondent on Saturday. The department said its Major Offenders Division, working with the Wes…

…Ali Khamenei on Saturday and met with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, state media reported. Tehran has for years provided support to Palestinian group Hamas, Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthis — all designated terrorist groups by the United States and other western nations, making itself the target of inte…

…Executive Officer of the council, Dr Pius Akutah, disclosed this on Saturday during a media luncheon with journalists in Lagos. According to Akutah, the interventions protected more than N90.60bn in economic value for Nigerian shippers and the wider economy. "Within the period under review, the council protected over N…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for an immediate investigation into what he described as alleged off-budget public expenditure amounting to about ₦8.8 trillion, following findings contained in the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV consultation on Nigeria. In a statement posted on his v…

…does not condone indiscipline. “On the Allegations of Rape, now Circulating on Social Media, the Commandant has taken note of rape allegations recently attributed to the Vice Chancellor of Osun State University Professor Odunayo Clement Adebooye and amplified on social media platforms. At this time, Depot Nigerian Army…

By John Alechenu Media personality Ifedayo Olarinde, better known as Daddy Freeze, has hailed Pastor Bolaji Idowu after a video of the Christian cleric helping residents stranded by flooding in Lagos surfaced online. The video clip, which has been trending on social media, showed Pastor Idowu stopping his car when he n…

…by residents and a resolution by the House of Representatives calling for their immediate rescue Chairman of Ilejemeje Local Government Area, Alaba Dada, confirmed the victims' release to PUNCH Online on Saturday but lamented the death of one of the captives. "I am so happy, and I am sad also. I am happy in the sense t…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Centre has stirred fresh reactions after sharing an AI-generated image depicting First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, frying and selling akara, days after her remarks about small-scale businesses sparked widespread criticism. The image, posted on Friday, portrays the First Lady operatin…

…see jokes while others see income. Last week, two friends were scrolling through social media. Like millions of other Nigerians, they came across the now-viral debate sparked by the First Lady's suggestion that Nigerians should consider businesses like selling akara. The comment section was exactly what you'd expect. O…

…in 2020, some people turned to baking, binge-watching television, or scrolling social media. Courage Nyoni taught himself how to code. The civil engineering graduate spent months watching online tutorials before building his first app, a study aid for sociology students at Zimbabwe’s Bindura University. But it was his…

…Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, who made the declaration in a post on his X handle, accused Adeniyi of being an "irredeemable con artist" who is expertly exploiting Nigerian public psychology regarding corruption to shield hims…

…of the university, Professor Odunayo Clement Adebooye, and amplified on social media platforms. The army appealed to victims and witnesses of the alleged assault at the UNIOSUN hostels to provide evidence to assist its ongoing investigation into allegations of misconduct involving some recently passed-out military pers…

…games especially appealing by delivering meaningful and engaging gameplay almost immediately. Several design choices make that possible: Facilitating short sessions that often last just a few minutes, Fast matchmaking or instant game starts, Minimal tutorials before gameplay begins, Simple controls that are easy to und…

…on Friday included Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, whose country has been mediating between Iran and the US, and Russian ex-president Dmitry Medvedev, now deputy head of the Russian Security Council, who attended on behalf of President Vladimir Putin. Palestinian militant group Hamas and Lebanese Shia group He…

…to him, the people who were supposed to receive them said they were unable to meet him immediately. He claimed he remained in the hotel while waiting for further instructions. During that period, money was allegedly transferred to him to cover accommodation and feeding expenses for himself and the children. He believed…

…and pay for it. The federal contribution is captured in a new Section 216A, inserted immediately after the provisions on the removal of the Commissioner of Police. It reads, in its entirety: "The Federal Government shall provide grants or aid to State Police on the recommendation of the National Police Council subject…

…allocated N24b in the 2026 national budget. Among those who reacted and demanded an immediate investigation into the scandal are human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Civil rights group Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), The Nig…