…look on and celebrate with the newlyweds.Who is Emmanuel Dangana Ocheja?According to PUNCH, Ocheja is a lawyer and politician from Idah, Kogi State. He represented the Kogi East senatorial district in the National Assembly between 2011 and 2015, serving under the Peoples Democratic Party as a member of the 7th Senate.…

…Gas, Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, and Privatisation.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Ocheja was born on April 3, 1956, according to biographical records. He studied law at Ahmadu Bello University and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1982 He later joined the All Progressives Congress a…

…being called a thief. The argument later turned physical, with Keivo throwing the first punch before other housemates intervened to separate them. Biggie subsequently instructed the housemates to freeze, while three ninjas entered the house and escorted Keivo out through the storeroom. Before leaving, Keivo became emot…

…intended to take the teenager to Kano for yet-to-be-ascertained reasons.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He said, “Upon receipt of the report, detectives swiftly mobilised to the scene, successfully rescued the victim unhurt and arrested the suspect. “Thereafter, the victim was taken to General Hosp…

…teachers and health workers, were recruited to strengthen the workforce.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Describing primary education as the bedrock of societal advancement, Idris said he had consistently vowed to elevate the status of teachers, declaring that they should not be treated as second-cl…

…and implementation of an electronic court recording and case management system.”See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Dako said the initiative would ensure that the High Courts transitioned from handwritten court records to digital documentation and electronic management of cases. “Meaning that we are tr…

…of the time of reporting, XEJET had not publicly responded to the allegations. The Punch reported that calls and messages sent to the airline’s spokesperson, Juliet Atikpekpe, had not received a response.Nigerian airlines threaten total shutdown, give reasonLegit.ng earlier reported that the Airline Operators of Nigeri…

…SP Balogun Sherrif, ASP Olupona Helen and ASP Jimoh Lasisi, among others.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He said the initiative was in line with the IGP’s efforts to recognise officers who retired after distinguished service. According to him, spending 35 years in the police was no easy task, given…

…fees, supply student uniforms and provide quality, nutritious daily meals.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He added that the Ministry of Education, under the leadership of the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Alausa, would ensure the provision of free and quality meals throughout the period of their…

…at all levels to respond to disasters with greater speed and preparedness.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google On the economy, Akpabio said the Senate must remain attentive to the realities confronting ordinary Nigerians as lawmakers consider economic reforms and policies. “Many Nigerians continue to be…

…the market regulation, as you know, with the removal of subsidy,” he said.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He added that operational improvements and financial discipline helped the national oil company increase its profit despite the challenging conditions. “Yet, profit grew because we improved the…

…security partnership with Nigeria in promoting regional peace and stability.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “The United States values continued cooperation with Nigeria in support of peace, security, and stability,” the post added. The planned acquisition of the AH-1Z Viper helicopters is part of a…

…of the affected communities and schools were also expected at the event.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “The Principal of Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele, Mrs Racheal Alamu; Headmaster of Baptist Basic School, Yawota, Mr Adejumo Gabriel; and Headteacher of Local Authority Basic School, Ahoro-E…

…clubs are understood to be taking legal advice about possible compensation.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Tebas, in a lengthy social media post on Sunday, said that “equal rules for all” were essential to protect the integrity and sustainability the game. The Spaniard, speaking at a football perfo…

…last week that they had tried to access an Australian government site.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The firm announced on Monday it was cancelling the release of its latest model, known as Astra 6.1, after internal testing by the ChatGPT-maker revealed it did not meet safety standards. Trump, adv…

…region. The stretch of rainy days was the longest since records began in 1886.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Masayuki Kyoda, an official at the Japan Meteorological Agency, told AFP that “the distinctive weather map during this month is in part because of El Niño”, bringing higher temperatures in…

…programme, announcing that the celebration would henceforth be held annually.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Diri said the annual event would be anchored by the Ministry of Culture and Ijaw National Affairs, adding that next year’s edition would be expanded to accommodate more families and stakehol…

…point on Monday, September 28, 2026, when two finalists of the Show Ya Sef edition threw punches at each other in what has become one of the most talked-about moments of the season.The drama centred on Tram and Keivo, both of whom have made it to the finale of the reality show that premiered on July 26, 2026. Reactions…

…forced the bandits to abandon the victims and flee into nearby farmlands.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google “All 41 victims were successfully rescued unharmed,” the statement added. The rescued travellers are currently receiving necessary support and are expected to be reunited with their families and…

…heated, with both housemates trading words before Keivo reportedly threw the first punch, triggering a physical altercation. Other housemates immediately intervened in an attempt to separate the pair as the situation intensified. Biggie subsequently ordered all the housemates to freeze and deployed three Ninjas to rest…

…yet to implement the Professional Allowance Table,” the doctors stated.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The association said LAUTECH Teaching Hospital provides specialised services in orthopaedics, urology, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, while serving as a referral centre for patients with…

…for bacteria to survive and be transferred to the rice. In exclusive interviews with PUNCH Healthwise, the nutritionists noted that eggshells can crack during cooking, allowing parts of the egg to spill into the rice and alter its appearance, taste and odour. While the nutritionists acknowledged that some people combin…

…him to Lagos. “The lad prefers to become a tiler to going to school,” he told The PUNCH. ​Alexandre described the arrangement as an apprenticeship that was influenced by the family’s circumstances rather than a deliberate decision to keep the boy out of school. ​“So instead of allowing the boy to stay home and become a…

…the latest proposals and views regarding the current situation”, ISNA reported.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Iran’s seven-day proposal envisages an end to hostilities in Iran and Lebanon, the unfreezing of billions of dollars in Iranian assets, the removal of sanctions on Iranian oil and the lift…

…a peace accord by political actors committing themselves to responsible conduct.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He, however, expressed concern that some political actors had violated such commitments, saying he remained hopeful that the 2027 elections would be better. Onaiyekan added that Nigeria’s…