Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has urged Nigerians not to look down on petty traders, saying there is dignity in honest work regardless of the scale of the business. As reported by Vanguard on Sunday, speaking at a one-day training and financial empowerment workshop for widows and wives of service per…
Juventus signed Bosnian teenager Kerim Alajbegovic on a five-year deal from Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday and brought back French striker Randal Kolo Muani for a second spell at the club. The 18-year-old Alajbegovic played in all four of Bosnia and Herzegovina's matches at this summer's World Cup, after a breakout season …
The remarks generated public debate, with Bwala’s reaction attracting criticism from some Christian groups, including the Northern Christian Association.
The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture has opened applications for a $150m offshore expansion facility designed to provide Nigerian businesses with long-term, single-digit interest financing for expansion and modernisation. The association disclosed this in a statement issued …
…vessels to obtain permission and pay transit fees before using the waterway. AFP https://punchng.com/iran-denies-asking-us-not-to-strike-says-trump-lied?
The Ogun State Executive Council has approved the construction of 450 housing units, new official quarters for members of the State House of Assembly, the reconstruction of the Ogun State Governor's Lodge in Abuja, the rehabilitation of strategic roads across the state and the upgrading of some traditional stools. The …
One Nigerian Army officer and a police officer were killed when troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA repelled a terrorist attack on a Forward Operating Base in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The troops also rescued nine abducted civilians during a pursuit of the fleeing attackers. The Army disclosed t…
The Anambra State security outfit, Agunechemba Security Squad, says it has dismantled suspected gunmen's camps in Orumba North and Orumba South Local Government Areas, recovering a cache of arms, including two General Purpose Machine Guns and locally made rocket launchers. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Publicity…
The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria has said the absence of a regulatory framework for real estate developers is fuelling fraud, multiple land sales and building collapses across the country. The President of REDAN, Oba Akintoye Adeoye, stated this at the recently concluded National Housing Data Programme…
…of several prominent Nigerian politicians were nowhere to be found.As reported by The Punch on Sunday, August 2, former President Goodluck Jonathan was among the notable names missing from the list, despite being presented to INEC as the presidential candidate of the Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic…
The newly elected Chairman of the Nigeria Medical Association, Taraba State Branch, Dr Bitrus-Atizwen Daniel, has pledged to prioritise members’ welfare, strengthen engagement with the government and improve healthcare delivery in the state, promising to lead the association with integrity, transparency and accountabil…
Residents of Tsohon Gari and surrounding communities in Birnin Kudu Local Government Area have been urged not to panic as the Jigawa State Police Command has scheduled a routine shooting range exercise for Sunday (today), August 2, 2026, at the CP AT Abdullahi Shooting Range. This was contained in a statement made avai…
…for the supply of bulletproof vests, supply of ballistic helmets, procurement of Styr Punch Vistar Troop Carrier in 2022. But the contracts were awarded without due diligence.” “The Ministry ‘paid over ₦18 million [₦18,000,000.00] to a contractor for the training of women in skill acquisition in cosmetology and provisi…
The Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on OPIC, Housing and Special Projects, Prince Farooq Adenugba, has said sustained engagement with young people is critical to promoting inclusive governance and addressing challenges confronting communities across the state. Adenugba, according to a statement he issued on …
…expected of such high-level engagements. Read the full story here: https://punchng.com/presidency-rebukes-catholic-bishops-after-onaiyekans-outburst/ 2.2027: INEC releases candidates’ list, Jonathan, Nwoko, Goje missing The Independent National Electoral Commission on Saturday released the final list of candidates for…
The Federal Roads Maintenance Agency has commenced repairs on the 13-kilometre dilapidated Kano Eastern Bypass as part of measures to reduce traffic congestion in Kano metropolis. The Supervising Engineer, Sarfil Umar, disclosed this while speaking with journalists during an inspection of the project on Saturday in Kan…
A renowned climber who served in the British special forces has died following an avalanche on one of the world’s highest mountains. According to Sky News, the company co-founded by Nirmal Purja – Elite Exped – has confirmed that the former British Army and Royal Marines soldier has died in Pakistan. Purja, known as Ni…
…result, Idowest insisted that he clearly won the fight, claiming he landed several clean punches on Mr Real and even left his opponent with a swollen eye.He further alleged that Mr Real continued throwing punches after the bell had gone and cornered him against the ropes during the fight.Questioning the judges' decisio…
Management consultant and organisational strategist, Michael Ugbewanko, has been admitted into the Forbes Human Resources Council, an invitation-only organisation for senior human resources executives, chief people officers, founders and business leaders. Ugbewanko, who is the lead consultant at Dmidaf Global Consult, …
The All Progressives Congress candidate for Abia South Senatorial District, Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jr., has rejected reports that his name has been replaced as the party’s candidate for the 2027 general election. As reported by Daily Post, Erondu, in a statement personally signed on Saturday, described the alleged subst…
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday inaugurated the new National Headquarters of Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, and commended the Society for its impact on nation-building. While unveiling the edifice named Hassanat Abebi Okunnu House in Surulere, Lagos, the President said government alone cannot build the nation of o…
Star striker Temwa Chawinga created one goal and scored another as Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) giant killers Malawi beat Egypt 3-1 on Saturday to provisionally top Group C in Rabat. Defending champions Nigeria face Zambia later in the Moroccan capital and, if they fail to win, debutants Malawi would qualify …
The Government of Canada has released a list of 10 key tips to help travellers, immigrants, and prospective citizens submit complete applications and avoid mistakes that could delay processing. In a post obtained from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s X handle on Saturday, the guidance encourages appli…
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on Saturday declared that his bid for the 2027 presidency is driven not by personal ambition or the privileges of office but by a determination to build a nation where leadership is accountable, institutions are strengthened a…
…Government Area, where gunmen last Tuesday killed two people and injured two others. PUNCH Online reports that the Berom are one of the indigenous ethnic groups of Plateau State, with their ancestral homeland centred around the Jos Plateau, particularly in Jos South, Barkin Ladi, Riyom and parts of Jos North local gove…