…“Bonfrère” Jo has expressed disappointment that the Nigerian government is yet to recognise or reward his role in one of the nation’s greatest sporting achievements, The PUNCH reports. Bonfrère led a talented generation featuring Nwankwo Kanu, Austin Okocha, Daniel Amokachi, Taribo West, Celestine Babayaro, Garba Lawal…

…one of the deadliest assaults on communities in Southern Kaduna in recent years. The organisation said it had gathered evidence indicating that entire families were killed inside their homes. It urged authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure that those responsible were brought to justice. The Southern…

…Makinde, has criticised the economic policies of the All Progressives Congress-led administration under President Bola Tinubu, describing the simultaneous removal of fuel subsidy and floating of the naira as a double blow to Nigerians’ welfare. Makinde, represented by a national leader of the party, Mr Babatunde Tijani…

…and case file had been handed over to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control for further investigation and possible prosecution. He explained that the handover was necessary because the case falls within the regulatory mandate of the agency. The CP commended operatives of the Violent Crime Res…

…and chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, following a presentation by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Dr Taiwo Oyedele, on the significance of the refinancing arrangement. The approval allows the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to refinance the outstanding balance of a…

…football.The CAF Awards are one of the most prominent events in African football, recognising top-performing players, coaches, and nations on the continent each year. Hosting the ceremony would mark a significant moment for Lagos as a sporting destination.The announcement by Governor Sanwo-Olu on his social media page…

…One has disclosed that it closed more than 300 bank accounts linked to the Trump Organisation in 2021, saying the decision followed an anti-money laundering review and was not politically motivated, CNN alongside other multiple media reported on Monday. Capital One PUNCH Online reports that Capital One is one of the la…

…on Monday following his decision to call off planned military strikes. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said there were no plans to receive a US delegation or send Iranian officials to Washington. He also rejected suggestions that any change had occurred in the status of maritime traffic through the…

…on his behalf and you thereby committed an offence contrary to section 295 (2)(f) and punishable under section 302 (1) of the Criminal Law of Ekiti State 2021" Following the defendant's guilty plea, prosecution counsel, Saidu Yusuf, called Prosecution Witness 1, PW1, Emmanuel Onuminya and tendered all the exhibits and…

…pack on the PDA at a beach in France Singer Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau packed on the PDA while spending a day at the beach The lovebirds, who have been holidaying in the South of France, stepped out once again on Sunday, August 2. The star couple, who have been dating for a year, stepp…

…Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday dismissed his ambassador to the United States, Olga Stefanishyna, in a move that had been expected following a government reshuffle last month. The sacking, announced by decree, happened however as Kyiv was lobbying Washington hard to obtain more Patriot air defence missiles to block Russia…

…since I became governor - Soludo Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has said his administration has not borrowed any money since he assumed office, arguing that responsible financial management can support development without increasing debt.Soludo made the statement on Monday while speaking at the Delta State Econo…

Most painful experience at JAMB was seeing parents organise exam malpractice - Immediate past registrar Ishaq Oloyede The immediate past registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Ishaq Oloyede, has described parents' involvement in examination malpractice as the most painful experience of his de…

…is far more bizarre - each sailor is actually a colony of polyps functioning as one organism, with various types of polyps performing different roles, such as feeding, reproduction and defence. "They're typically spotted along the coastlines of Britain and Ireland throughout autumn and winter when stormy weather strike…

…a major multistate outbreak affecting parts of the Midwest. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), working with the CDC and state health authorities, has been examining possible sources of contamination.An investigation previously focused on iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms, which was linked to Taco Bell's…

…Makinde, has criticised the economic policies of the All Progressives Congress-led administration under President Bola Tinubu, describing the simultaneous removal of fuel subsidy and floating of the naira as a double blow to the welfare of Nigerians. Makinde, represented by a national leader of the party, Mr Babatunde…

…it was already working to have foreign governments and international institutions recognise the new designation.Several countries have already made the switch. The United Nations website lists the country under its new name following a government request submitted in June.Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and…

…guided by morality, justice and accountability. On the economy, he said although the administration’s reforms may be well-intentioned, many Nigerians were yet to experience tangible improvements in their living conditions. He urged government officials to communicate with greater sensitivity, noting that rising food pr…

…coming from,” he said. The governor recalled that shortly after assuming office, his administration withdrew Anambra State from a World Bank loan programme because of concerns over exchange rate risks. According to him, although the loan initially attracted little or no interest, it would have become significantly more…

…returning from a successful loan spell at Barcelona, where he impressed despite the Spanish champions opting against making the move permanent. Rashford is now attracting interest from several clubs, with Fenerbahce identifying him as one of their leading attacking targets ahead of the new season. Rashford among Fenerb…

…in the Niger Delta. PAP, in a statement signed by the Special Assistant to the PAP Administrator, Igoniko Oduma, disclosed on Monday that the four distinction graduates are Nina Orubebe (Financial Management), Tonbra Tonlagha (International Hospitality and Tourism), Kemien Egbekun (Law), and Simon Douye (Construction E…

…who was found dead and unclad on June 27, 2026, in a room at the country home of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. He noted that although Umahi has publicly denied any foul play, insisting that the deceased had an existing medical condition and that the matter…

…on any attack as the “perimeters” of a deal had been agreed upon. The Iranian foreign ministry said there are no plans to receive a US delegation or send Iranians to Washington. Earlier talks have been facilitated through mediators. Meanwhile, Trump has repeatedly vowed that a negotiated end to the war is near, only fo…

…social media ablaze, and it has everything to do with two faces fans immediately recognised in the crowd.Footage watermarked with the "ILEFO TV" logo captured the moment actress and influencer Iyabo Ojo came face to face with popular comedian Aunty Ramota at the wedding. Iyabo Ojo and Aunty Ramota’s greeting at Peller’…

…that its recruitment process remains free of charge and warned that no individual or organisation had been authorised to recruit or collect money on its behalf. The agency also urged applicants to ignore rumours and fraudulent requests for payments or personal information. “The NAQS recruitment exercise is completely F…