…Edochie touched down in Ghana on Tuesday, September 29, for a special Pan-African initiative in his honourThe Pete Edochie Legacy Project in Accra is themed 'Celebrating the African Legend: The Lion That Needs Not to Roar'His Ghana visit coincided with a court hearing in Abuja involving his son Yul Edochie's wife, actr…

…Reserve had plunged to a mere $859 million as of the second quarter of 2023, a clear negative position unprecedented in the history of the bank, and also less than a month imports bill. The apex bank said, three years after, it has grown back the figure to $40 billion under the current Governor, MrOlayemiCardosos. The…

…can be severe, especially when people unknowingly take drugs that may not effectively treat their conditions. They called on the government and relevant agencies to strengthen regulation and monitoring of medicines, saying more needs to be done to curb the circulation of fake drugs and protect Nigerians from the harm t…

…The Nigerian civil aviation system was audited by ICAO in 2023 and achieved an Effective Implementation (EI) score of 75%. However, in April 2026, ICAO conducted a follow-up inspection known as the ICAO Coordinated Validation Mission (ICVM), the official said. The official explained that at the time, Nigeria had a Sign…

…submerged homes, destroyed roads and other infrastructure and disrupted economic activities. From the North to the South, floods have affected several communities, forcing residents to abandon their homes while farmers, traders, and business owners have suffered significant losses. In some areas, roads and bridges were…

…was willing to partner with the NIPR on professional communication and other initiatives that could contribute to the development of the state. He said, “Governor Alia is ever willing to partner with any group with a positive agenda for the betterment of the state.” The CPS also pledged to pursue opportunities for memb…

…stakeholders’ action to combat rabies and prevent deaths caused by the disease. Its Executive Director, Dr Ismaila Gusau, stated this at a sensitisation exercise as part of activities to mark the 2026 World Rabies Day, on Monday in Gusau. The event featured a carnival procession and the launching of a free anti-rabies…

…to the fight against gender-based violence. He said the purple campaign and awareness activities might end with the month, but the responsibility to prevent violence must continue beyond the campaign. “The colour may come down, but the commitment must not,” Pedro said. The Attorney-General said the fight against gender…

…all 18 passengers, including eight women, were abducted. “The abductors have called relatives of some of the victims and demanded N30 million, while the residents have raised and paid N3 million, but the victims have yet to be released. When contacted, the security adviser to the governor on Internal Affairs, Joseph Ha…

…emergency response readiness. “These timely interventions once again reflect the proactiveness and operational readiness of the Lagos State Government under the administration of Mr Governor to safeguard residents and ensure public order. “LASEMA remains fully mobilised and on high alert to respond to all emergencies a…

…she began to hear of moves by some aspirants who had earlier obtained House of Representatives forms to “upgrade” to the Senate. She said the party held a gala night on May 26 and advised aspirants from the same constituency to seek consensus, failing which they should go to the field for primaries. The aspirant said t…

…arrest, detention and prosecution of some ADC members and supporters were politically motivated, challenging the opposition party to produce concrete and verifiable evidence to substantiate its claims. The State Publicity Secretary of the APC, Alhaji Isah Abubakar Assalafi, stated this during a press conference in Birn…

…Obiano, has urged Nigerians to examine the records and ideas of candidates seeking elective offices ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obiano made the call in a post on his X platform on Tuesday while commenting on preparations for the 2027 elections and recent developments concerning the Electoral Act. He said the 2…

…Arthur Okolosi, to work closely with his colleagues in advancing legislation and initiatives that would promote the development and wellbeing of the people of Udu State Constituency and Delta State. He stated this on Tuesday during Okolosi’s inauguration, following his victory in the Udu State Constituency bye-election…

…more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He assured that “appropriate investigative and child-protection procedures would be followed in accordance with the law,” adding that the command would ensure a thorough investigation into the matter. Eitokpah urged “parents, guardians, school authorities and members of…

…health, build consumer trust and open doors to related exports,” the UNIDO representative said. UNIDO also expressed readiness to support testing and food safety systems, including laboratory capacity, inspector training and certification processes. According to the ministry, the organisation would also help assess exi…

…the difficulty of getting healthy nine-year-old girls into health facilities for preventive vaccination as one of the challenges facing the programme. He said the agency had adopted school-based vaccination, outreach campaigns and other public health initiatives to improve access and coverage.See more Punch stories on…

…following allegations of domestic abuse and controlling behaviour, claims that activist VeryDarkMan helped amplify online.Carter Efe responded to those allegations at the time by denying them and describing the relationship as emotionally draining.Jasmine had only recently touched down in Lagos to join the streamer for…

…in Abuja on September 19, 2026. Film journalist and Best of Nollywood Awards chief executive, Seun Oloketuyi, shared the footage on Monday.Former Kogi East Senator Emmanuel Ocheja's Wedding Video Surfaces Online>In the clip, Ocheja and his wife are seen on the dance floor together as guests look on and celebrate with t…

…to settling permanently in the country.The ICA also issued a caution to prospective applicants, stating that it has no affiliation with any external migration agency or commercial entity that positions itself as a Singapore immigration specialist or consultant, and that it does not endorse such services for citizenship…

Oyelumade Mohammed, a student at Osun State University, held an executive position in his department while studying Banking and FinanceMohammed took to his TikTok page to share his academic result, revealing the CGPA he finished with after years of studyThe certificate he displayed on social media showed a specific CGP…

…the age of the alleged victim,” the statement said. The police said appropriate investigative and child-protection procedures would be followed in accordance with the law. The command urged parents, guardians, school authorities and members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspected cases of child a…

…coincided with a weaker naira, declining purchasing power and pressure on the productive sector. According to the APM, Nigerians had endured rising taxes and the cost of food, electricity, transportation, healthcare and other basic necessities since Tinubu assumed office in 2023. “The APM strongly condemns the attempt…

…In the video shared on Monday by Film Journalist and Best of Nollywood Awards Chief Executive Officer, Seun Oloketuyi, Ocheja is seen dancing with his wife during the celebration. The bride joins the former senator on the dance floor as guests watch and celebrate with the couple. Ex-senator Dangana Ocheja and his new b…

Ikeja, the administrative capital of Lagos State, carries a name rooted in Yoruba language that speaks to the character and strength of its earliest settlersThe area traces its origins to the precolonial era, when fertile land drew farming communities and traders long before colonial rule reshaped itA single date in 19…