Hundreds of women in the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress on Monday said they had begun grassroots mobilisation for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election. The women, who converged on Akure, the state capital, for a rally, vowed to secure 500,000 votes from women in the…
The Borno State Police Command has arrested two suspects over the alleged fraudulent withdrawal of ₦39.2 million from a bank customer’s account in Maiduguri. The command also said it recovered ₦10.08 million from the suspects during the investigation. In a statement on Monday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Nahum…
The National Emergency Management Agency, in collaboration with the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency and the Kaduna State Fire Service, has intensified search and rescue operations for two persons feared drowned after they were reportedly swept away by the Kaduna River following a heavy downpour. The victims, i…
The Federal Government has partnered with the UNESCO International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa and the Pan-African University to launch a mobile learning initiative aimed at strengthening the professional development of teachers, particularly women, across Nigeria and four other African countries. The ini…
The Anambra State Police Command has intensified surveillance patrols across strategic locations in the state as part of efforts to strengthen security and reassure residents of their safety of lives and property. This was contained in a statement issued by the Spokesman for the command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, on Monday. …
Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, on Monday disclosed that the number of volunteers who have registered for the Iru Ekun Security Network has exceeded 80,000 across the South-West. Igboho, the founder of the security outfit, said the development reflected the patriotism, belief a…
Sir Keir Starmer has formally resigned as the United Kingdom’s prime minister, saying “my work is done” as he handed over power to his successor, Andy Burnham, after two years in office. In his farewell address outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, Starmer reflected on his time in office and expressed pride in his gover…
The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has called on President Bola Tinubu to confer the prestigious Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger national honour on Nigeria’s top military leadership, citing recent security successes in Oyo and Borno states as evidence of improved operational …
The Jigawa State Police Command has confirmed that the number of bodies recovered from the boat mishap at Malamawar Yan Dutse community in Ringim Local Government Area has risen to six, while 34 persons remain missing. The Command said the incident occurred at about 4:30 p.m. on Sunday when a boat conveying 40 farmers …
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has dismissed a viral social media claim alleging that it is secretly recruiting personnel, describing the information as false. In a post shared on its official X account on Monday, the anti-graft agency warned members of the public against falling for the misinformation. T…
The National Business and Technical Examinations Board on Monday announced the commencement of the 2026 selection and placement of qualified candidates into state and technical colleges nationwide. The Registrar and Chief Executive of NABTEB, Dr Mohammed Aminu, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja. Recall that 15,290 cand…
American online streamer Darren Watkins Jr., popularly known as IShowSpeed, on Sunday met Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, and his children during the FIFA Club World Cup final. A video from IShowSpeed's livestream showed Seyi Tinubu, dressed in a Spain jersey, seated in the luxury box/VIP section of the stad…
The US State Department imposed a new round of sanctions on the Sudanese government Monday, accusing it of using chemical weapons in its war against rival paramilitaries. Though Washington has not provided details on the chemical weapons used, international media have reported two chlorine gas barrels dropped in 2024. …
The Anambra State Government has clarified that the statue of literary icon, Chinua Achebe, unveiled at Ugwu-Nwasike Roundabout in Ogidi, was conceived, funded and executed by the Ogidi Town Union, dismissing claims that it was a state government project. The clarification followed widespread reactions on social media …
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will visit Abia State on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to celebrate the renowned Akwete weaving heritage. According to a statement signed by the state’s Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, on Monday, the First Lady will be hosted by Governor Alex Otti and his wife, Priscill…
Spain have become the first nation in football history to simultaneously hold the FIFA Men’s World Cup and FIFA Women’s World Cup titles. FIFA announced the milestone in a post on its official X handle on Sunday following Spain’s 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New York. Celebrating the a…
A Ferran Torres strike deep into extra-time secured Spain a second World Cup crown, as they overcame Argentina 1-0 at the MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, on Sunday. The European champions had created the best opportunities against the 2022 champions, who mainly resorted to spoiling tactics and had Enzo Fernandez sent off …
Organised Private Sector leaders and economists have projected that the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee will most likely retain the Monetary Policy Rate at 26.5 per cent when it meets on Monday and Tuesday, citing heightened geopolitical tensions and their potential impact on inflation. The stakehol…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, will today inaugurate an ad hoc committee to investigate the controversial inclusion of the unestablished Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council in the 2026 Appropriation Act. This comes amid fresh criticism over the exclusion of the President’s Ch…
The Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area of Lagos State, Hammed Aroyewun, has advocated constitutional empowerment for traditional rulers, saying they should play a more prominent role in governance and community development. Aroyewun made the call on Sunday during the traditional prayer programme…
Two residents of Kobape in the Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, Kelvin Moyegun and Kehinde Rufai, who were abducted by suspected kidnappers, have been freed by their abductors following the payment of ransom. PUNCH Metro learnt from a family source on Sunday that they were released on Thursday after a…
France forward Kylian Mbappé has emerged as the leading scorer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, finishing the tournament with 10 goals and four assists. Mbappé’s impressive attacking display puts him ahead of Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who ended the competition with eight goals and four assists. England midfielder Jude…
…used Gottfried's image in promotional material for Streamer University without his consent. He claims he appeared as "background talent" in a commercial advertising the event but was never asked to sign a release form or waiver authorising the use of his likeness. Gottfried is seeking more than $330,000 in damages, cit…
The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction has denied claims that it has commenced registration for a purported ₦50,000 National Support Allowance. The ministry, in a public notice posted on its official X handle on Sunday, described messages, links and websites advertising the alleged programme…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intercepted more than 1.5 million pills of Tramadol concealed in two trucks that entered Nigeria through the Benin Republic border, in what the agency described as another major blow to drug trafficking syndicates. The latest seizure comes barely a week after …