…exported an estimated 1.66 billion litres of refined petroleum products in April 2026. This was during the mounting tensions in the Middle East that caused disruption to global fuel supply routes. An analysis of the NMDPRA's April 2026 fact sheet showed that the country exported about 513 million litres of premium moto…
By CHIDO ONUMAH On July 2, 2026, Nigeria's defence, intelligence, law enforcement, anti-corruption, emergency response, and public safety agencies took an extraordinary step by jointly addressing the nation on the state of national security. The initiative emerged from consultations among the leadership of these instit…
…Iroegbu and Musa Yunana Joe, popularly known as Big Joe, were both killed on June 28, 2026. While Iroegbu was allegedly tortured to death by officers of the Tshwane Metro Police in Sunnyside, Pretoria, Joe was reportedly shot dead by unidentified criminals outside his shop in Witbank, Mpumalanga. In separate statements…
…of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, revealing that 84 of the 109 senators voted in support of the legislation during its clause-by-clause consideration, describing the outcome as evidence of broad bipartisan backing. The clarification comes amid growing debate…
…of the four groups advanced to the second round, which will be played between August 2026 and February 2027. The remaining 12 teams will then be divided into two groups of six, carrying over their results from the first round. The top two teams in each group, along with the best third-placed team, will qualify for the…
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway sealed a stunning 2-1 upset over Brazil on Sunday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Manchester City striker Haaland headed Norway into the lead on 79 minutes and then crashed in a second in the 90th minute at the MetLife Stadium to bury Brazil’s hopes of a sixth World Cup crow…
The kidnap victims were rescued on Friday after 67 days in captivity.
The technician, Idris Clement, was killed by the robbers, who invaded his compound in the early hours of Saturday.
Norway will now face the winners of the Round of 16 clash between England and Mexico in the quarter-finals
Cristiano Ronaldo has insisted he will retire from international football on his own terms, dismissing persistent questions about the end of his career ahead of Portugal’s FIFA World Cup last-16 clash with Spain. The 41-year-old captain addressed reporters on Sunday before what is expected to be his final World Cup cam…
The White House contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun’s red card during the FIFA World Cup, according to a person familiar with the matter. The report, first published by the Associated Press on Sunday, said the source spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not auth…
…of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, insisting that 84 of the 109 senators voted in support of the bill during its clause-by-clause consideration, describing the outcome as evidence of broad bipartisan backing for the constitutional amendment. Defending the Sena…
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…𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐭 𝐖𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐚 - Punch Newspapers (@MobilePunch) July 5, 2026
Express support for Tinubu’s re-election By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS - Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, and the Oniru of Iruland, Oba Gbolahan Lawal, have urged political leaders to uphold democratic principles, promote patriotism and place national interest above personal am…
Dr Obafemi Hamzat, the Lagos State Deputy Governor and 2027 APC Governorship candidate in the state, on Sunday said many politicians aspiring to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027 lacked the vision required to transform Nigeria. Hamzat stated this while addressing members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Sta…
By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI - Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Sunday visited victims of the recent kidnapping incident in Eda-Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area, who are receiving treatment at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti. Expressing gratitude over their safe release,…
Cristiano Ronaldo admitted at the World Cup on Sunday he is not the player he once was but came out fighting against critics “trying to kill me for the past 23 years”. The 41-year-old Portugal superstar was in turns bullish, jovial and sentimental on the eve of the last-16 showdown with Spain at the home of the Dallas …
By Gift Chapi Odekina ABUJA - Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Philip Agbese, has urged President Bola Tinubu to suspend the implementation of the Federal Government’s proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), saying the planned changes require broader consultation. Agbese, w…
By Henry Obetta The Allied People’s Movement (APM), Lagos State Chapter, has called on the Federal Government to provide a full account of public expenditure following reports from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concerning alleged off-budget spending. In a statement issued on Sunday by its Public Secretary, Mr. …
…coalition, Chief Peter Ameh, expressed concern over the inclusion of the council in the 2026 budget despite questions surrounding its legal status. According to Ameh, the 2026 Budget Call Circular was issued to Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), raising questions about the basis for the council’s inclusion in…
The All Progressives Congress in Kwara State on Sunday kicked off mobilisation for the 2027 general elections with a statewide rally in support of President Bola Tinubu's re-election and a celebration of the party's candidates who emerged from its recently concluded primaries. The procession, organised by Kwara Progres…
…the Nigerian Army's Special Intervention Civil-Military Cooperation Projects marking the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration. The interventions include the complete renovation of classroom blocks in both the primary and secondary school sections, the provision of desks, the construction of three new toilets, the distrib…
…workers and prevent a potential industrial crisis. In the petition dated June 15, 2026, and signed by National Chairman Benjamin Uyanto and National Secretary Olowoyo Gbenga, the union said it was responding to complaints from federal workers who subscribed to the housing scheme. According to the union, the housing pro…
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA - A middle-aged man was arrested on Sunday for allegedly attempting to steal a vehicle parked outside the Assemblies of God Church on Item Street, Umuahia, Abia State. The incident occurred barely a month after a Toyota Sienna belonging to the wife of a traditional ruler, HRH Eze Izuwa, was stolen …