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Ex-PDP scribe leads 52-man Adeleke re-election campaign
Ex-PDP secretary Prof Wale Oladipo will chair the 52-member committee for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election campaign in Osun State. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-pdp-scribe-leads-52-man-adeleke-re-election-campaign/
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Anglican bishop urges credible poll, transparent governance
An Anglican bishop calls for transparent governance and credible elections in Nigeria to rebuild public trust and ensure economic accountability. Read More: https://punchng.com/anglican-bishop-urges-credible-poll-transparent-governance/
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Lagos, UK firm graduate youths in employability scheme
Lagos State graduates the second cohort of its youth employability scheme, a partnership with a UK firm to provide job skills and economic independence. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-uk-firm-graduate-youths-in-employability-scheme/
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Standard Chartered recognised for leadership in M&A
Standard Chartered is ranked the #1 M&A financial adviser by deal value in West Africa, a recognition from the DealMakers Africa Annual Gala Awards. Read More: https://punchng.com/standard-chartered-recognised-for-leadership-in-ma/
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Lagos deepens Netherlands ties ahead of investment summit
Lagos State strengthens its partnership with the Netherlands, preparing for its upcoming global investment summit to boost infrastructure and economic grow Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-deepens-netherlands-ties-ahead-of-investment-summit/
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Cricket: Oyede, Okpe shine as stakeholders hail CCC League
Leke Oyede and Sylvestre Okpe win big at the 2025/26 Club Cricket Committee Lagos League. See all the winners and highlights from the successful CCC League Read More: https://punchng.com/cricket-oyede-okpe-shine-as-stakeholders-hail-ccc-league/
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Adeleye misses ATP 50 Challenger spot
Nigeria’s No. 1, Daniel Adeleye, misses a main draw spot at the ATP 50 Challenger in Abidjan but earns his first ATP ranking point in the process. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleye-misses-atp-50-challenger-spot/
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World Athletics approves Nigeria’s six World Relays entries
World Athletics approves Nigeria’s entries for all six relay events at the 2026 World Relays in Gaborone, boosting medal and qualification chances. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-athletics-approves-nigerias-six-world-relays-entries/
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Woman dies after slumping at child’s UTME centre in Ondo
A middle-aged woman, identified as Oluwasola Adebayo, has died after reportedly slumping while accompanying her child to a Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) centre in Ilara-Mokin, Ifedore Local Government Area of Ondo State. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, according to Channels Television, threw the community into confusion as eyewitnesses said she began to feel Read More: https://punchng.com/woman-dies-after-slumping-at-childs-utme-centre-in-ondo/
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Rescue operation begins after deadly Edo deadly attack
Edo State Police have launched a rescue operation following a deadly attack on a commercial bus that left a driver dead and three passengers abducted. Read More: https://punchng.com/rescue-operation-begins-after-deadly-edo-deadly-attack/
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NDLEA secures forfeiture of N33.6bn illicit opioids in Rivers
The NDLEA has secured an interim forfeiture of 17 containers of illicit opioids valued at over N33.6bn, striking a major blow to drug trafficking networks. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-secures-forfeiture-of-n33-6bn-illicit-opioids-in-rivers/
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ADC faction disowns ‘empty convention’ video, awaits S’Court ruling
The Nafiu Bala Gombe-led faction of the ADC disowns a viral video of a failed convention, calling it propaganda amid a leadership crisis awaiting a court r Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-faction-disowns-empty-convention-video-awaits-scourt-ruling/
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Five in custody over killing of police officer in Delta
Nigerian Army troops have arrested five suspects in Ebonyi State for their alleged involvement in the killing of a police officer in Delta State. Read More: https://punchng.com/five-in-custody-over-killing-of-police-officer-in-delta/
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US-based Nigerian pleads guilty to $50m fraud
Animashaun Adebo, a US-based Nigerian, pleads guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in a $50m scheme involving business email compromise and romance scams. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-based-nigerian-pleads-guilty-to-50m-fraud/
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Again, truck crushes dispatch rider to death in Lagos
A dispatch rider has died in a fatal crash involving a heavy-duty truck on Otedola Bridge, Lagos, marking the second such incident in under 24 hours. Read More: https://punchng.com/again-truck-crushes-dispatch-rider-to-death-in-lagos/
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Kano pilgrims board mourns mother, son killed in crash
The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of two intending pilgrims in a fatal car accident along the Rimin Gado–Kano road. The deceased pilgrims, Alkasim Ibrahim Walawa and his mother, Hadiza Garba, were indigenes of Walawa Village in the Kabo Local Government Area of the state. The board’s Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-pilgrims-board-mourns-mother-son-killed-in-crash/
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Yewa South deserves better representation – APC aspirant
APC aspirant Soji Odedina discusses why Yewa South deserves better representation, outlining his plans for development and empowerment in the constituency. Read More: https://punchng.com/yewa-south-deserves-better-representation-apc-aspirant/
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167 senior police officers face disciplinary action
The Nigeria Police Force is taking disciplinary action against 167 senior officers for alleged misconduct, reinforcing its commitment to accountability. Read More: https://punchng.com/167-senior-police-officers-face-disciplinary-action/
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BIC expands Nigerian operations
BIC is boosting its investment in Nigeria, expanding its distribution network and strengthening local partnerships to deepen market penetration and growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/bic-expands-nigerian-operations/
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Trial: El-Rufai may miss ADC presidential primary
Nasir El-Rufai remains in ICPC custody after a court delayed his bail ruling. This trial could prevent him from joining the ADC presidential primary race. Read More: https://punchng.com/trial-el-rufai-may-miss-adc-presidential-primary/
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Oyo 2027: Adelabu may resign after Tinubu meeting
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is expected to resign his position this week after meeting with President Tinubu to pursue his 2027 governorship ambiti Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-2027-adelabu-may-resign-after-tinubu-meeting/
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Abure vows appeal after A’Court affirms Usman LP chair
The Labour Party leadership crisis deepens as Julius Abure rejects the Appeal Court’s ruling affirming Nenadi Usman as chair, vowing a Supreme Court battle Read More: https://punchng.com/abure-vows-appeal-after-acourt-affirms-usman-lp-chair/
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Sokoto farmers count losses as fire razes 2,275 bags of onions
Devastating fire in Sokoto’s Goronyo LGA leaves farmers with losses of N56.8m after 2,275 bags of onions were destroyed in storage huts. Read More: https://punchng.com/sokoto-farmers-count-losses-as-fire-razes-2275-bags-of-onions/
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IG seeks intelligence sharing among security agencies
Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police calls for strengthened intelligence sharing among security agencies to combat evolving security challenges and improv Read More: https://punchng.com/ig-seeks-intelligence-sharing-among-security-agencies/
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Six suspected kidnappers linked to officer’s abduction nabbed in Kaduna
Nigerian police have arrested six suspected kidnappers in Kaduna linked to the abduction of an officer and his son, despite collecting a N24m ransom. Read More: https://punchng.com/six-suspected-kidnappers-linked-to-officers-abduction-nabbed-in-kaduna/
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MTN invests in media talent, digital storytelling
MTN Nigeria opens applications for its 5th Media Innovation Programme, expanding the cohort to 25 fellows to support media talent and digital storytelling. Read More: https://punchng.com/mtn-invests-in-media-talent-digital-storytelling/
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Air Force strikes Sambisa, eliminates terrorists, logistics hubs
The Nigerian Air Force conducted precision airstrikes in the Sambisa Forest, killing several terrorists and destroying key logistics facilities. Read More: https://punchng.com/air-force-strikes-sambisa-eliminates-terrorists-logistics-hubs/
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NACC honours Austen-Peters for creative industry impact
The NACC will honour filmmaker Bolanle Austen-Peters for her immense contribution to Africa’s creative economy and projecting Nigerian stories globally. Read More: https://punchng.com/nacc-honours-austen-peters-for-creative-industry-impact/
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192 die in power sector incidents
Nigeria’s power sector incidents led to 192 casualties in 2025, a NERC report shows. Discover the causes and why the distribution network remains a key con Read More: https://punchng.com/192-die-in-power-sector-incidents/
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Don decries rural poverty, urges policy overhaul
A professor of agricultural economics warns that persistent rural poverty in Nigeria, particularly among women, undermines development due to ineffective p Read More: https://punchng.com/don-decries-rural-poverty-urges-policy-overhaul/
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Nigeria scales up malaria vaccine rollout amid funding pressures
Nigeria is expanding its malaria vaccine program, reaching nearly 1.3 million children while navigating declining donor funding and logistical challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-scales-up-malaria-vaccine-rollout-amid-funding-pressures/
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Security busts vandals targeting N712bn Lagos airport project
FAAN arrests 14 suspected Lagos airport vandals targeting the N712bn Terminal 1 renovation project, a major bust to safeguard aviation infrastructure. Read More: https://punchng.com/security-busts-vandals-targeting-n712bn-lagos-airport-project/
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FCCPC toughens merger rules, signs Lagos consumer pact
Nigeria’s FCCPC toughens merger rules, mandating prior approval to avoid stiff penalties, and signs a pact with Lagos to enhance consumer protection. Read More: https://punchng.com/fccpc-toughens-merger-rules-signs-lagos-consumer-pact/
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Nigeria, Saudi to review BASA
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia open talks to review their Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA), focusing on improving aviation ties and Hajj operations. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-saudi-to-review-basa/
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Edun, Dangiwa quit as Tinubu reshuffles cabinet
President Bola Tinubu reshuffles his cabinet, replacing Finance Minister Wale Edun and Housing Minister Ahmed Dangiwa to boost economic delivery. Read More: https://punchng.com/edun-dangiwa-quit-as-tinubu-reshuffles-cabinet/
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Rising bird strikes threaten Nigeria’s aviation safety rating
Frequent bird strikes in Nigeria are disrupting flights, increasing airline costs, and raising serious concerns for the nation’s aviation safety rating. Read More: https://punchng.com/rising-bird-strikes-threaten-nigerias-aviation-safety-rating/
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