…agency disclosed this in a performance report obtained by our correspondent on Sunday. The ICPC said, "Cash recovered within the review period amounted to N5,789,681,925.02." The commission said the recovery formed part of broader efforts to safeguard public funds, strengthen institutional integrity and promote transpa…

…Haaland, said his side's 2-1 victory over Brazil in the last 16 of the World Cup on Sunday was something he had "never dreamed of." Haaland scored both goals as Norway reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time, taking his tournament tally to seven - level with Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé in the race fo…

…Yet, there are moments when a political event becomes significant not because of attendance figures but because of the […]

…Akinsanya, could not be reached for comments as calls made to her telephone line on Sunday were not responded to. A text message sent to him had yet to be replied to as of the time this report was filed. PUNCH Metro reported on June 18 that residents of Agbado, Abule Ijoko, Itoki, Ope-Ilu and other adjoining communitie…

…video shared by the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, on Sunday, said he resorted to the act because he owed his brother and sister money, which he had already spent and had no means of repaying. He explained that on July 1, he was asked to dispose of refuse, but instead of returning home, he a…

…Nigerian education with "global best practices." The ministers announced that the fundamental changes, which, like a military decree, took immediate effect, are a testament to the Tinubu administration's commitment to invigorate education, enhance teaching, and equip students with the skills and knowledge required to f…

…clarity of purpose and not mere skepticism. At this point, we are confronted with two fundamental choices. The first deals with the choice of retaining the country's heavily centralized police structure that can no longer respond decisively to the starkest realities of our federation. This does not suggest that the Nig…

…value, because wages must be matched by improved public-service delivery, decent work standards and an economy that rewards effort with real purchasing power. A fitting national minimum wage must therefore restore confidence, protect dignity and deliver value that ordinary Nigerians can feel in their daily lives.

…partners reflects a clear recognition that today's threats transcend institutional boundaries. The Department of State Services continues to underscore the decisive role of intelligence in modern security operations. Intelligence-led interventions enabled the rescue of hundreds of kidnapped victims, disrupted arms-traf…

…criminals outside his shop in Witbank, Mpumalanga. In separate statements issued on Sunday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg and the Nigerian Union South Africa, authorities called for prompt, transparent and exhaustive investigations to ensure that those responsible wer…

The Senate on Sunday said the proposed State Police Bill contains constitutional safeguards that would allow the federal police to intervene in cases of electoral intimidation, serious human rights violations and threats to national security, dismissing concerns that governors could abuse the proposed policing system f…

…senior men's basketball team, D'Tigers, produced another commanding display on Sunday, defeating Rwanda 106-62 to complete a flawless qualifying window and secure passage to the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The emphatic victory ensured Nigeria finished th…

The All Progressives Congress in Kwara State on Sunday kicked off mobilisation for the 2027 general election 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 Progress…

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…

…discipline and emergency service. The appeal was contained in a statement issued on Sunday and signed by the coalition's President, Abdulrahman Sani, and Secretary, Grace Nwafor. The group acknowledged the Federal Government's efforts to modernise the scheme but argued that the reforms should not fundamentally change t…

…Osaka produced one of the biggest upsets of this year's Wimbledon Championships on Sunday, defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6 (7/2) to reach the quarter-finals at the All England Club for the first time in her career. The Japanese star avenged her straight-sets defeat to Sabalenka in the fourth round o…

…Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway sealed a stunning 2-1 upset over Brazil on Sunday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Haaland headed Norway into the lead on 79 minutes and then crashed in a second in the 90th minute at MetLife Stadium to bury Brazil's hopes of a sixth World Cup crown. Norway goalkeeper Orlan N…

Carlos Queiroz announced on Sunday that he was leaving his job as Ghana coach after the African side were eliminated from the World Cup at the last-32 stage. Ghana were beaten 1-0 by Colombia in Kansas City on Friday after only registering eight attempts on goal. The much-travelled Quieroz, who coached Iran at the last…

…the presidential pardon process, the alleged N800 billion Progressive Governors Forum scandal and other administrative lapses. “From the reported appointment of deceased persons into public offices, to controversies surrounding the presidential pardon process, the alleged N800 billion Progressive Governors Forum scanda…

…investigation into allegations linked to the body. In a statement issued on Sunday, CHRICED Executive Director, Comrade Ibrahim Zikirullahi, said the allegations surrounding the PFIPC have raised concerns about transparency, accountability and public trust in governance. The organisation called for the suspension of th…

…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 campaign, making it clear that no one else would decide when he walks away from the national team. While acknowledging that age has changed him, Ronaldo admitted: "I am not the pla…

…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 authorised to discuss the call publicly. According to the source, the White House reached out to FIFA seeking a review of the decision to send off the United Sta…

…amid recent allegations and media reports surrounding his office. In a statement on Sunday, the APC chieftain said the group remained fully committed to supporting President Bola Tinubu's administration and the implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda. According to him, while allegations deserving of investigation sho…

The Senate on Sunday defended the passage 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 co…

…profitability of small-scale businesses. The short clip, shared on X by #ChuksEricE on Sunday, showed a woman asking the corn seller how much she made from the business. Responding, the seller said, "Per month I make like 2.5 million." It was not immediately clear whether the video was recorded as a content creation sk…