…3-0, with De Bruyne opening the scoring before adding a second spectacular goal.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google UEFA reported that the Manchester City midfielder put Belgium ahead with a neat finish from the edge of the box. Dodi Lukébakio then struck the woodwork twice as Belgium continued to thre…

…Jewish MP who is a relentless critic of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The two dissenting justices said that Cassif supported “armed struggle against the state of Israel”, grounds for disqualification. The Supreme Court has nearly always overruled the committee w…

…to fill gaps in its public primary, junior and secondary schools across the state. PUNCH Online gathered that for many years, a shortage of teachers has been affecting teaching and learning in public schools in Jigawa, especially in rural communities where many schools have few teachers handling large classes. The situ…

…removed subsidy for electricity bill. He said Band A, B and C,” Amaechi said.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He cited the increase in his household electricity bill as an example of the impact of the current electricity tariff structure. “My house electricity bill was N500,000; now I pay N4 million…

…report of the abduction of some corps members of Oyo State origin in Imo State.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “The Government of Oyo condemns this reprehensible act and is in close communication with relevant security agencies, the Imo State Government, and the leadership of the National Youth Ser…

…find happiness and love away from what she called his “militant existence.”See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “We were always his safe space. A place where all of us were overjoyed to see him and one that was always full of happiness and love, not war,” she wrote. She said she would miss Musk and valu…

…to manage the selection process and prevent another round of court cases.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Fubara emphasised that, contrary to insinuations by those who tried to politicise his absence, his government was fully involved in the process from the burial of the late king to the coronation…

…shape future financial behaviour and draw more young Nigerians into the formal economy, Punch reports.ADF chief executive on financial literacyADF Chief Executive Zouera Youssoufou said the programme was designed to close the gap between learning about finance and actually practising it.Youssoufou said:"Financial liter…

…of their conduct and protect the image and reputation of the Nigerian Army.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He said the GOC warned that he would not tolerate any act of unprofessionalism. “The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, expects exemplary conduct always,” Mahmuda was quoted as…

…also recorded the biggest single-day gross for October, according to the report.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The Nile Entertainment, distributor of the film, had earlier announced that Agbara Nla: The Return recorded the biggest first-day gross for a Nollywood title and the biggest opening for a…

…describing the support and friendship of countries such as Spain as invaluable.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The ambassador also pledged to promote investment and business partnerships to strengthen the country’s economy. “I want to categorically affirm that we will continue to create opportuniti…

…area of Rumukwurushi, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state. According to punch, the deceased had reportedly confronted his son several times over his alleged consumption of a hard liquor known as Ice, a habit that was said to often infuriate the suspect. A neighbour, who spoke on condition of anonymity because…

…about 40C, and the feeling is higher because it’s in the canyons,” Brown said.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The coroner also noted that Newton had been out the previous night and might not have had enough sleep or charged his phone sufficiently. Rescue efforts were launched after the wives of bot…

…Banks remained at 45%, Merchant Banks at 16% and non-TSA public sector deposits at 75%, Punch reports.The CBN described the move as an operational realignment rather than a shift in policy direction, saying it was:"Aimed at strengthening monetary policy transmission and reinforcing the primacy of the monetary policy ra…

…to conduct official activities on behalf of the Commission,” Fasipe said.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He explained that the FCCPC was a Federal Government agency established under the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act, while the ODCCPA was legally responsible for competition and co…

…the Ring event at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Thursday.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The former reality star said her transition from reality television to boxing was part of her determination to challenge herself and break barriers. “From reality TV to the boxing ring, I…

…to a distress call about the presence of a suspected vandal at the mast.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “The suspect was apprehended with items believed to have been removed from the mast installation, including DC Cable/Armored Cable. “Preliminary investigation reveals that the suspect allegedly s…

…of Nkechi Blessing from ringside, accepted the challenge without hesitation.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “I have been advising you to carry the Edo name with pride. We do not run from any fight. I accept the challenge fully,” she said. Phyna also received ₦50m as the winner of the historic bout…

…deteriorated on a Sunday morning, prompting the family to rush him to hospital.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “It was on Sunday morning when his condition deteriorated. When we noticed this, we rushed him to the hospital, but unfortunately, we were told that there was no provision to adequately ma…

Former political associates and grassroots allies of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, have rejected accusations of betrayal, insisting that it was the former governor who abandoned the political understanding that brought them together. The position, signed by former Deputy Speaker of the Kaduna State Hous…

…security initiatives, peacebuilding and inclusion across the country,” he said.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The traditional ruler commended the Kukah Centre for recognising the role of diverse actors in peace and security. “I wish to commend the Kukah Centre for organising this important initiat…

…compliance monitoring in Ministries, Departments and Agencies. Arabi disclosed to Arewa PUNCH that the task teams were established in line with the Federal Government’s whole-of-government approach to effective service delivery. He said the assignments were complementary and formed part of efforts to strengthen the arc…

…and prosecuting those who are caught is a struggle for regional governments.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Moreover, weak state institutions and their civil servants are highly vulnerable to the huge cash incentives cartels offer to look the other way or approve logistical documentation and permit…

…reflecting the multiplier effect of its operations and supply chain activities.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google It also disclosed that the company spent about $601m annually on goods and services sourced from local suppliers, reinforcing the role of domestic procurement in supporting economic activi…

…fall victim to speculative investment setups that promise unsustainable returns.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “There are still Nigerians who keep substantial funds outside the formal banking system or entrust their savings to unlicensed fund managers, attracted by promises of extraordinary and un…