…from the former University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) Teaching Hospital, Akure. He said available information indicated that unsuspecting applicants paid large sums of money and were later issued fraudulent employment letters. Fayehun disclosed that some of the victims, whose identities were withheld, are now demandi…

…destroying part of the facility as well as goods and property worth several millions of naira. Although no casualties were recorded, it was gathered that the fire, which occurred late on Saturday, originated from a faulty factory machine and spread before the arrival of firefighters from the Anambra State Fire Service.…

…The company also announced the appointment of Tajudeen Omoshola Shobayo as Vice Chairman, succeeding Fanimokun, who retired after eight years on the board. "The Board has approved the appointment of Mr. Wolemi Esan, SAN and Dr. Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga as Non-Executive Directors to replace the retired Directors with e…

…89 securing the highly competitive fully funded scholarships, placing Nigeria once again at the top in Africa and among the world's five leading countries for admissions into the programme. "This year we have about 163 Nigerian students admitted into these master's programmes. This places Nigeria again, like in 2024, a…

…set ablaze around the Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, by suspected herdsmen. Okoye said the report was entirely false, misleading and capable of causing unnecessary panic among residents. He called on the public to disregard the report and refrain from sharing unverified information, warning that such content could…

…over the persistent insecurity in the area. According to community sources, the assailants stormed the community under the cover of darkness and targeted members of the local vigilante group who were on duty. The spokesperson for the Berom Youth Moulders, Mr. Rwang Tengwong, confirmed the incident, describing the killi…

Israel said on Sunday it has named its first-ever resident ambassador to Slovenia, signalling a diplomatic reset after Ljubljana’s change of government. Ties between Israel and Slovenia had soured under the previous centre-left government of prime minister Robert Golob, which had characterised Israel’s military offensi…

A member of the United States House of Representatives, Riley Moore, has said the administration of President Donald Trump will closely monitor how Nigeria conducts its 2027 general elections. Moore, a Republican representing West Virginia, made the remarks during an interview with NoireTV published on the platform’s s…

…households, is largely imported from Iceland and Norway. NAN reports that Nigeria remains the world's largest importer of Norwegian stockfish, with millions of dollars' worth shipped annually to meet the massive demand for its distinct flavour and texture in traditional soups and stews. Traders said the product had bec…

…extended the orientation course from three weeks to six weeks. The reforms were aimed at strengthening skills acquisition, improving career development and repositioning the scheme to better meet national development needs. In interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Sunday, some citizens said the e…

…innovation and evidence-based healthcare in Nigeria. According to a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Sunday by the hospital's Head of Public Relations and Protocol Unit, Usman Koli, the state-of-the-art facility was established to boost clinical research and support the development of innovative healthcare s…

…monitor Nigeria's upcoming 2027 general elections, US Congressman, Riley Moore, has said Moore, a Republican representing West Virginia, while responding to questions about Nigeria's next general election, described the conduct of the polls as an issue that Washington will be paying "very close attention to." He made t…

…Ibrahim, an elder statesman, educationist and former Commissioner for Religious Affairs, died in Abuja after a protracted illness. The governor described the late Ibrahim as a distinguished public servant whose life was marked by integrity, humility, selfless service and an unwavering commitment to the development of e…

The Federal Government has dismissed claims that it spent more than ₦8 trillion outside the 2026 budget, describing the reports as inaccurate and a misrepresentation of the International Monetary Fund's 2026 Article IV Consultation Report. The government said the allegations, which referenced comments attributed to the…

…governments to proactively place information of public interest in the public domain while responding promptly to requests for information." "The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights has consistently interpreted Article 9 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights as requiring maximum disclosure of…

…damage near the system’s center later. “Significant flooding from torrential rains, and coastal inundation are expected,” the NWS said, with projected waves of up to 35 feet (10.7 meters) -- the height of a 10-storey building — creating “extremely dangerous” conditions at sea. There were few cars on the roads in Guam o…

…has introduced new permanent residency pathways specifically for internationally trained medical doctors, including Nigerians.The initiative expands access to permanent residency through Express Entry and provincial or territorial immigration programmes. Qualified doctors can also begin working while their immigration…

…elder Khamenei ruled the Islamic republic from 1989 until he was killed aged 86 in an airstrike on the first day of the US-Israeli war with Iran on February 28. Officials including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi joined Sunday’s ceremonies, along with huge crowds paying their fin…

…began the Round of 16 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday, Brazil retained its place as the nation with the most match victories in the tournament's history. FIFA updated the ranking after matches played on Saturday, July 4. Brazil has reached the World Cup 23 times, playing 118 matches, winning 79, drawing…

…was eventually arrested by operatives in the Wukari area of Taraba State. The statement said, "So a merchant of death travelled to Onitsha, Anambra State to buy the two big vehicle fuel tanks in this video not to sell or use in his vehicle but solely for the purpose of concealing illicit drugs. "With 43,980 capsules of…

…also expressed concern over what it described as a growing pattern of attacks against Nigerians and other foreigners in South Africa, warning that continued violence could strain bilateral relations. In a statement issued on Sunday by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the victims ar…

…after a commanding 3-0 victory over Canada, a feat that has attracted widespread praise across the continent. Reacting in a post on his verified X handle on Sunday, Atiku hailed the Atlas Lions for their impressive performance, saying the victory had once again raised Africa's profile on the global football stage. His…

…unsafe childbirth practices and unregulated blood transfusions with a proposed law aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths and improving healthcare standards across the state. Speaker of the Assembly, Dr. Abubakar Suleiman, disclosed this on Saturday in Kano during a three-day retreat for lawmakers on the propose…

…in the early hours of Saturday, involved the vehicle conveying Sam Larry and a trailer. Reports indicate that the vehicle collided with the trailer, leaving it extensively damaged. The accident also reportedly claimed the life of Sam Larry’s bouncer, who was said to have died at the scene. Videos and photographs circul…

…has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of gross corruption following claims that ₦8.83 trillion in 2025 expenditure was not captured in the national budget. Obi made the allegation in a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, citing what he described as findings from the Interna…