Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has named some newly constructed government buildings after former governors of the state in recognition of their contributions to the development of the state. The former governors honoured with the gesture are Ayodele Fayose, Segun Oni and Kayode Fayemi. The Special Adviser t…
The wife of Anambra Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has congratulated her husband, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, on his 66th birthday, describing him as a visionary leader whose life exemplifies courage and compassion. In a birthday message she made on Tuesday, the Anambra first lady expressed joy, saying it has been a privilege s…
Johnson & Johnson offers $5.5 million to settle about 76000 baby powder cancer claims Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has offered to pay as much as $5.5bn (£4.14bn) to resolve tens of thousands of lawsuits in the US alleging that its baby powder and other products containing talcum cause ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson on Mo…
Fox News has built a reputation with a team of experienced journalists. Among them are female anchors who have become familiar faces for viewers. Sandra Smith, Martha MacCallum, Dana Perino, and Julie Banderas are among the most attractive Fox News female anchors according to various online fans' engagements and public…
The Abia State Government has condemned the killing of an Abia-born Nigerian, Chika Ibe, from Lokpaukwu, Umunneochi Local Government Area, who was allegedly killed by members of the South African Police Service in Cape Town on Wednesday, July 23, 2026. In a statement signed and released by the Special Adviser to the Go…
Uganda’s Minister of Health on Tuesday declared the country Ebola-free following the East African nation’s latest outbreak of the viral haemorrhagic disease, which infected 20 people and claimed two lives. Uganda has experienced multiple Ebola outbreaks since 2000, when it recorded its first epidemic. However, health o…
The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory Command, Ahmed Sanusi, has ordered the orderly room trial of four police officers accused of abandoning their duty posts and extorting ₦52,000 from the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu (SAN). Th…
BRT Content creator Onyinyechi Nwachukwu, popularly known as Darkskinned Ella, has revealed that her decision to quit her 9-to-5 job was influenced by experiences that unfolded after she returned from an international trip to Zanzibar. The 24-year-old made the disclosure in a post shared on her Instagram page on Tuesda…
As more Nigerians seek employment abroad, finding employers willing to recruit international workers remains a major hurdle. However, a review of official recruitment portals by PUNCH Online identified several government-backed employers and organisations in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and Germany that either o…
Shatta Wale has claimed false rumours about an alleged affair with Burna Boy's girlfriend ended their once-close friendshipThe Ghanaian star alleged that some of his former associates deliberately spread the story to destroy his relationships with influential peopleHe also recalled supporting Burna Boy and his mother d…
South Africa's opening match against Tanzania on Monday at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations produced a historic moment as married couple Robyn Moodaly and Gabriela Salgado featured together for Banyana Banyana, becoming the first spouses to play in the same WAFCON match. Robyn Moodaly and Gabriela Salgado. Credit…
Japan issued a tsunami alert after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit the country’s southwest on Tuesday, knocking out power to thousands of households. The tremor at 4:27 pm (0727 GMT) on the island of Kyushu also measured at the highest possible level seven on Japan’s own Shindo scale of shaking, the Japan Meteorological…
The death of 25-year-old Ibrahim Mbaya, popularly known as "Ibee," has become the focus of nationwide outrage after he allegedly died following an attack by a mob over accusations of stealing an iPhone 12 in Jos, Plateau State. Ibrahim Mbaya. Photo credit: Simply Amaka | X The Plateau State Police Command said Mbaya wa…
Former Big Brother Naija Pepper Dem housemate, Ike Onyema, has admitted that he regrets not adopting a more emotional strategy during the 2019 edition of the reality show. He said he would have done “anything” to win the grand prize if he had better understood how the competition worked. Speaking in an interview with K…
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has faulted the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for appearing apologetic over shooting of criminals. He insisted that security operatives should shoot armed criminals without hesitation. The Edo North lawmaker spoke on Monday during an interview with TVC News. “That’s why when this …
The Middle cast includes Patricia Heaton, Neil Flynn, Charlie McDermott, Eden Sher, and Atticus Shaffer. Since the series ended in 2018, many of the stars have continued acting, while others have explored new careers or chosen a quieter life away from Hollywood.Patricia Heaton (L), Neil Flynn (C) and Charlie McDermott …
The Kaiama Development Association and the Batombu Unity and Development Initiative have urged both the federal government and the Kwara State Government to urgently rescue the 176 persons abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. The groups warned that the …
The Senate has clarified that the controversial provision prescribing penalties for preaching, hawking and trading inside commercial vehicles is not a fresh attempt to outlaw religious activities or street evangelism, but a long-standing provision of the Federal Road Safety Commission Act that has been in force since 2…
The Special Adviser on Security to the Sokoto State Governor, Col Ahmed Usman (retd), has urged President Bola Tinubu to designate the newly approved Nigerian Army 5 Division Headquarters in Makurdi, Benue State, as a Special Forces Division. Usman made the call on Monday while commending the President’s approval for t…
The development partners made the commitment on Friday at the Data Dissemination Event for the 2026 Out-of-School Children Mapping and the 2025/2026 Annual School Census reports under the Reaching Out-of-School Children project in Kaduna. Speaking at the event, the Country Director of Save the Children International in…
The almost chaotic scenes at the final match of the 35th edition of the African Cup of Nations in Morocco in January this year should have prepared the minds of football lovers for the man-made orchestrations in this year’s FIFA World Cup that nearly brought the beautiful game of football to disrepute. Never has there …
The Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Sunday Katung, has condemned the attack on Naridon Village in Kamaru Ward of Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, describing the killing of innocent residents as a tragic reminder of the worsening insecurity confronting vulnerable communities. In a stat…
The Federal Government and the Rivers State Government on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance the Renewed Hope Cultural Project, an initiative of the Federal Government designed to expand the country’s creative economy sector. The MoU was signed at the Government House, Port Harcourt, where Rivers St…
The Edo State Government says it will demolish buildings and other structures erected on waterways and flood channels as part of measures to reduce the impact of flooding across the state. The government also disclosed that it has begun compiling the names of victims affected by recent flood incidents to facilitate int…
In today’s evening’s trending stories, there are new developments at the National Assembly on the prohibition of preaching and hawking in commercial buses, where the Senate said that the ban is not a new policy, insisting that the restriction has been in place since 2007. On the other hand, President Bola Tinubu declin…