…the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN). Recalling the criticism that followed recent financial support provided by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to akara sellers and other petty traders, the minister said he was surprised by some of the reactions. “A few weeks ago, the first lady, the mothe…

The remarks generated public debate, with Bwala’s reaction attracting criticism from some Christian groups, including the Northern Christian Association.

…in those countries that mostly need our support."Despite the controversy and criticism surrounding the failed proposal, reports indicate that Infantino intends to seek another term as FIFA president in the organisation's 2027 elections. by Linda Ikeji at 02/08/2026 12:45 PM | Share this Story

…security situation in that part of Nigeria.The Nigerian government has faced sustained criticism from religious groups, civil society organisations, and foreign governments over its handling of violence in the Middle Belt, with many arguing that security deployments and prosecutions have fallen far short of what the sc…

…with the law. “At the same time, the circumstances leading to such strong judicial criticism should serve as an opportunity for institutional reflection within the judiciary. “The focus should not merely be on correcting individual judgments but on preventing avoidable inconsistencies that undermine public confidence.…

…Russian government in recent weeks, an unusual development in a political system where criticism of the Kremlin is rare.Among them is German Gref, the head of Russia's largest bank and a former senior government official, who reportedly called for an end to the war in Ukraine, arguing that the prolonged conflict has da…

…unanimously rejected the proposal. – Friday – Seemingly impervious to the mounting criticism and shrugging aside UEFA’s threat of a boycott, FIFA ploughed on issuing a statement that it was full steam ahead. “Nobody is selling football,” FIFA said in the statement. “This is not something FIFA would ever entertain.” FIF…

…without the resolution they had sought, and Portable's decision to walk away drew swift criticism from those who had turned out to support him.His management's apology is the first official response from his camp since the incident.Read the

…basement, although she did not provide evidence to support the claim. Addressing online criticism following his death, she criticised social media users for discussing her late ex while ignoring how the situation had affected her.She added that she felt little sympathy because, according to her, Cann had been trying to…

…a Muslim/Muslim ticket during his time in office — a move that attracted considerable criticism from Christian communities across the state.According to Okwuosa, pairing himself with a Christian deputy, Governor Sani distances his administration from that controversy and positions himself as a unifying figure in a stat…

…have been a routine university milestone. A different group, however, dismissed the criticism, insisting that his means of transportation should not overshadow his commitment to completing his education. Fans praise singer for balancing school and music Supporters commended FOLA for pursuing his degree despite the dema…

…of her deceased husband. Social media users condemn the video The footage has drawn criticism from many viewers, who described the alleged act as disrespectful to the dead. Others speculated about what could have happened during the couple’s relationship, while some urged people not to jump to conclusions because the v…

…with Lagos confirmed as one of the cities she will be performing in. Reacting to the criticism, Daddy Freeze argued that many Nigerians condemning Tyla still patronise South African-owned businesses and services. “I understand that it is valid to feel that Tyla is coming to Nigeria after the whole xenophobia thing. But…

…an ongoing debate over whether Nigerians should boycott Tyla's proposed show following criticism of her alleged silence during xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other foreigners in South Africa. According to him, Nigerians who disagree with Tyla can send a message by refusing to buy tickets or attend her show ra…

…a planned trip to Riyadh, citing "today's events." The US-Saudi strikes triggered fierce criticism from multiple wings of Iraqi politics, with former Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani cautioning against a "dangerous overstep of the principle of Islamic brotherhood." The umbrella group for Iran-aligned Iraqi militi…

…were misconstrued, emphasizing that he did not single out his native language for criticism. However, the singer escalated the situation by accusing his twin brother and former bandmate, Paul Okoye (Rudeboy), of exploiting the public outcry to tarnish his reputation. Although he did not explicitly name his brother, Pet…

Chiamaka Nnadozie came under heavy criticism after Super Falcons lost their WAFCON 2026 opener 3-2 to debutants MalawiNnadozie was blamed for all three goals Malawi scored as the Scorchers pulled off a historic upset at Stade El BaridSuper Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali took to Instagram to back his colleague follow…

…against Norway and the semifinal against Argentina, with Stones coming in for criticism in the latter after missing a header and allowing Lautaro Martinez to nod home a 92nd-minute winner. The former Barnsley youngster seems likely to stay in the Premier League with defending champions Arsenal the favourites to land hi…

…Act aimed at strengthening road safety enforcement and reducing road crashes, sparked criticism from Christian bodies, opposition parties, civil society groups and members of the public, many of whom argued that the provision was insensitive amid rising unemployment and worsening economic hardship. In a statement issue…

…have existed in Nigerian law since 2007. The clarification followed widespread public criticism after PUNCH Online reported on July 17 that the Senate passed the Federal Road Safety Corps (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which proposes a N50,000 fine for anyone convicted of hawking, trading or preaching inside commercial vehicl…

…match between Tranmere Rovers and Rochdale.The proposal follows growing criticism of goalkeepers using injury stoppages to slow games and allow tactical discussions. In November, Leeds United manager Daniel Farke accused Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma of exploiting the current rules during a match at t…

…Congress has criticised former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his criticism of the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The party insisted that Nigeria needs policy continuity rather than a fresh economic direction ahead of the 2027 general elections. The APC Nati…

…my late father started road construction across Labiran and Oke-Are, he faced heavy criticism and blame from short-sighted detractors. Decades later, those roads are still actively in use, serving the public and keeping our people happy. Today, Governor Makinde faces similar battles for thinking ahead. Ibadan residents…

…as the tournament's overwhelming success. Infantino and FIFA have come under heavy criticism over the controversies that plagued the 2026 FIFA World Cup, such as visa issues, outside forces influencing FIFA's decision-making, and officiating troubles. However, the FIFA President has slammed the critics of the tournamen…

…that perception itself affects democratic legitimacy. A confident government welcomes criticism because opposition is an essential pillar of democracy, not an enemy of the state. What Nigerians desire is governance that is transparent, accountable and measured by results rather than promises. The abducted Oyo pupils an…