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Adeleke, Makinde meet over Oyo-Osun border tensions
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, says he has held talks with his Oyo State counterpart, Governor Seyi Makinde, as part of efforts to peacefully resolve the boundary dispute between the two states. The intervention followed the recent alarm raised by the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, over violent clashes between residents of Oke-Oba Read More
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Chaos as Portable, Speed Darlington trade words during weigh-in
Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, and his rival, Darlington Okoye, aka Speed Darlington, engaged in fierce verbal exchanges and promised a brutal showdown at the ‘Chaos In The Ring’ boxing event scheduled for Friday (today) at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos. All other boxers had their weigh-ins without much drama, except Read More
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Flying Eagles coach names final squad for U-20 AFCON
Flying Eagles coach Aliyu Zubairu has named his final 24-man squad for this year’s U-20 AFCON in Egypt, with goalkeeper Ifeanyi Harcourt, defender and captain Daniel Bameyi, midfielder Sulaiman Alabi Jojo and forward Kparobo Arierhi topping the selection, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The tournament will be played in Egypt from April 27 to May 18. Read More
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Tithe, manna, as Adeboye and Oyedepo see them
Last Friday, I noted that some religionists rejected what was written in their holy book about the payment of one-tenth of their income. Yet the same people eagerly accused Pastor E.A. Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God that what he said about the tithe and making heaven was not written in their holy Read More
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5,119 Nasarawa rice farmers adopt climate-smart tech for improved yields
In a bid to proffer solutions to the effects of climate change impacting food security in Nigeria, no fewer than 5,119 Rice farmers in Nasarawa State have adopted several climate-smart technologies and Good Agronomic Practices aimed at improving their yields. Arewa PUNCH reports that the farmers were trained by Sasakawa Africa Association, Nigeria, a non-governmental Read More
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Tinubu working remotely from overseas, returns after Easter – Presidency
The Presidency has said President Bola Tinubu continues to direct the affairs of state from Europe, despite being outside the country for nearly two weeks. It also said the President will return on Monday, April 21, after the Easter holidays. In a statement signed Thursday, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, explained Read More
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Besiktas end Onuachu interest
Paul Onuachu’s long-running transfer saga has taken another decisive turn, as Turkish giants Besiktas are now reportedly withdrawing their interest in the Nigerian striker, frustrated by what they consider Southampton’s repeated delays and lack of clarity. According to Turkish outlet Aspor, as cited by Saints Marching, Besiktas had earmarked Onuachu as a key target ahead Read More
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Plateau crisis: Govt probes alleged cattle poisoning, urges calm
The Plateau State Government has launched an investigation into the alleged poisoning of 36 cows in the Bassa Local Government Area of the state. The incident, which reportedly occurred on April 16, 2025, involved cattle belonging to one Mallam Samaila Nuhu at Tafi Gana Junction in Zanwar Ward. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Read More
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NJC probes 18 Imo judges for alleged age falsification
The National Judicial Council has confirmed that it is currently investigating allegations of age falsification involving 18 judges in the Imo State judiciary. Speaking to The PUNCH  via telephone on Thursday, the NJC’s Deputy Director of Information, Kemi Ogedengbe, stated that the allegations are being treated with the seriousness they deserve and are under thorough Read More
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Reps back NNMDA to develop natural medicine
The House of Representatives has thrown its weight behind the Nigerian Natural Medicine Development Agency in its efforts to develop natural medicine in the country, saying the move would enhance healthcare delivery and boost access to affordable drugs. If the country’s natural medicine is well and properly developed,  the lawmakers said it would reduce the Read More
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FIFA agent refutes Osimhen Saudi links
A FIFA-licensed agent, George Gardi, has rubbished recent reports linking Victor Osimhen to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, amid the wave of interest in the Nigerian striker ahead of the summer transfer window, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Gardi was the agent who brokered the player’s loan move to Galatasaray in January and has remained Read More
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Plateau killings: Govs rally support, CAN donates to victims
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum, led by its Chairman and Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has expressed solidarity with Plateau State, following recent attacks in Bokkos and Bassa local government areas. The delegation, which visited the state on Thursday, commended Governor Caleb Mutfwang for his swift response to the violence and called for collective efforts to Read More
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Why naira-for-crude must be sustained
The oil sector in Nigeria has always been the topic of the day. Online. Offline. On the radio. Even in commuter buses. If you want to start a heated conversation anywhere in this country, just mention “fuel”. The reactions will start coming in. The price. The scarcity. The queues. The corruption. It is personal for Read More
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Shiite clashes show crowd control failure
THE recent attacks on members of the Shiite Islamic Movement in Nigeria by soldiers during the group’s annual procession to mark the International Quds Day in Abuja call to mind the crowd management deficit of the security agencies. Reports say soldiers blocked the protesters with a tank and opened fire to disperse them. Media reports Read More
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US criticism of Nigeria’s import ban
THE condemnation of Nigeria’s import ban on some 25 goods by the United States comes at a time when the biggest economy in the world is also pursuing protectionist policies that it is condemning. American authorities warn that the policy undermines American exporters and blocks access to one of Africa’s largest consumer markets. The complaint Read More
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I look up to Joshua for inspiration – Mbata
African Games 2023 champion Patricia Mbata talks about starting boxing, representing Nigeria and more in this interview with PETER AKINBO What inspired you to take up boxing? I started boxing in 2019 as a hobby. I didn’t have any prior experience, but I just fell in love with the sport. I used to play other Read More
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Emergency rule: Rivers administrator talks tough, warns mischief-makers
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), on Thursday, warned political actors and mischief-makers testing his will, while refuting allegations of high-handedness and impunity leveled against him by civil society groups in the state. Speaking through his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Hector Igbikiowubo, Ibas frowned on the myriads of fake Read More
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Communal rift deepens in Bayelsa over new LG headquarters site
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has called for calm amid rising tensions between Kolo and Emeyal communities in Ogbia Local Government Area over the proposed siting of a new local government headquarters. The development comes in the wake of Federal Government’s recent move to create additional local government areas across the country. Kolo community Read More
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Yobe Hisbah, World Bank hold interfaith dialogue for peaceful coexistence
The Yobe State Hisbah Commission, in partnership with the Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project, has organised a one-day dialogue between Muslims and Christians in Potiskum and Nangere local government areas on Friday. The event aimed to strengthen peaceful coexistence between adherents of the two major religions, promoting global best practices, rule of law, and teachings of Read More
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Three arrested over abduction of naval officer in Abuja
Three suspects linked to the abduction of Nigerian Navy Lieutenant Cynthia Akor have been arrested by operatives of the Naval Unit in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. Two of the arrested individuals were directly involved in the abduction, while the third was identified as an accomplice. It was gathered on Thursday that the arrests were Read More
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Atalanta to sell Lookman to Liverpool
Ademola Lookman could be set for a sensational return to the Premier League, with Atalanta reportedly preparing to sell the Nigeria international to Liverpool this summer. Lookman was instrumental in Atalanta’s UEFA Europa League victory and placed 14th in the 2024 Ballon d’Or rankings and he is one of the Italian club’s most valuable assets. Read More
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Murder trial: I found Ataga in pool of blood, says Chidinma
Chidinma Ojukwu, the prime suspect in the murder of Super TV Chief Executive Officer, Michael Ataga, on Thursday, told a Lagos High Court sitting at Tafawa Balewa Square how she discovered Ataga’s lifeless body in a Lekki short-let apartment on June 15, 2021. Testifying before Justice Yetunde Adesanya, the former 300-level Mass Communication student of Read More
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Onyeka on Palace radar
English Premier League side Crystal Palace are reportedly showing strong interest in Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka, as he nears the end of his loan spell at German Bundesliga side Augsburg. The Nigerian star has had an impressive campaign in the Bundesliga, where he has played 29 games and has scored two goals for Jess Read More
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El-Rufai deserves fair treatment after supporting Tinubu – Buhari’s ex-minister Shittu
All Progressives Congress chieftain and former Minister of Communications Adebayo Shittu opens up on his Oyo State governorship ambition, Governor Makinde’s plan to impose a successor, President Bola Tinubu’s chances in the 2027 poll and more, in this interview with ADEBAYO FOLORUNSHO-FRANCIS How did you receive the news of your appointment as the Pro-Chancellor and Read More
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Trader laments robbery attack twice in one week
A Niger State indigene, Habibu Ibrahim, has recounted how suspected armed robbers visited his apartment twice in one week and threatened to kill him. Ibrahim, who hails from Lapai Local Government Area and resides in Barkin Saleh, told Arewa PUNCH how the robbers, four in number, attempted to kill him by stabbing him severally and Read More
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Kwara recommitted to eradicating malnutrition – Gov’s aide
The Kwara State Government has restated its commitment to eradicating malnutrition, especially among the indigents of the state. Arewa PUNCH gathered that the state’s latest move in this regard is aimed at improving its strategies on innovative ideas for implementing nutrition programmes across Kwara State. This was disclosed by the acting chairman State Committee on Read More
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Spires 5-Aside: Akinyelure calls for support towards youth dev
As part of efforts to advance the course of youth development and empowerment in the country, the Director of Spires 5-Aside Naija Street Soccer Tournament Akin Akinyelure has urged the private sector and government at all levels to key into the grassroots football initiative. The highly esteemed advocate for youth empowerment and orientation made this Read More
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AUN marks Chibok school girls’ 11 years of abduction
In a moving tribute to resilience and the transformative power of education, the American University of Nigeria marked the 11th anniversary of the Chibok school girls’ abduction with a significant gesture of support. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Senior Director Public Affairs of AUN, Yusuf Mohammed, it  noted that 68 Chibok girls Read More
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Sports Council approves 32 sports for Gateway Games
The National Council on Sports has formally approved a 32-sport cap for the 2024 National Sports Festival in a bid to bring consistency and strategic focus to Nigeria’s premier multi-sport event, The PUNCH reports. The decision was taken during an Extraordinary Council meeting held on Wednesday in Abeokuta, Ogun State, following a memorandum presented by Read More
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Aliyu recommits to transforming Sokoto education programmes
In what has been widely described as a strong reaffirmation of his administration’s dedication to the transformation of education, Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu has described education as the bedrock of the future of the state. The governor stated this on Wednesday in his remarks during the visit of the Governing Board of the Federal Read More
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Owerri Customs intercept N1bn contraband
The Nigeria Customs Service Federal Operations Unit, Zone C, Owerri,  said it intercepted various contraband with a duty paid value of N1bn between March 20, 2025, till date. In a statement obtained by The PUNCH, the Customs Area Controller in charge of the command, Bashir Balogun, stated this on Thursday while showcasing some of the Read More
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Court orders Nasarawa United to compensate late Martins’ family
Five years after the death of former Nasarawa United player, Chineme Martins, during a Nigeria Professional Football League game in 2020, the National Industrial Court of Nigeria has nailed the club, the league, and the Nigeria Football Federation over the player’s demise, The PUNCH reports. Martins died at the age of 23 after collapsing during Read More
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Bauchi digitalises financial operations to improve data collation
The Bauchi State Agency for Sustainable Microfinance, through its Director General, Nura Muhammad, has disclosed that the Agency is now fully digitalised in its operations in line with global best practices. The DG noted that the Agency was able to achieve the feat through the deployment of the Savings Groups Information Exchange system to collect Read More
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Dangote extends N16bn food support to Abuja, Kogi
The Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, and the Kogi State Government have received food donations from the Aliko Dangote Foundation, as part of the N16bn Annual National Food Intervention programme launched last month. Speaking at the recent flag-off in Abuja, the Senior Special Adviser to the President of Dangote Group, Fatima Abdurrahman, said 10,000 bags of Read More
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Kebbi rainstorm injures many, destroys houses
A heavy rainstorm accompanied by winds on Wednesday destroyed scores of houses in Daki Gari town under the Suru Local Government Area of Kebbi State. According to a resident of Dakin gari, Umar Wali, the windstorm accompanied by heavy rains was said to have destroyed a yet to be identified  number of houses. While the Read More
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Bauchi CP assumes duty, vows to strengthen internal security
The new Commissioner of Police Bauchi State Command, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has vowed to strengthen the internal security of the state. Aliyu, who resumes as the command’s 46th commissioner of police made the pledge during his maiden press conference on Wednesday. While appreciating the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, for the privilege to serve the Read More
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