At least three people have been killed and several others injured in fresh attacks by suspected gunmen in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Two of the victims, identified as Christian worshippers, were reportedly ambushed and shot dead on Sunday shortly after church service in Gwon community while on an evangelism outreach. National President […] The post Gunmen kill three in Plateau village attacks appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that late President Muhammadu Buhari was a patriot who tried his best to give the country the needed progress and development. Also, some other prominent Nigerians have paid tribute to the late former President Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 82 in a London clinic. […] The post Buhari tried his best for Nigeria – Obasanjo appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has mourned the death of his successor, Muhammadu Buhari, describing it as a profound national loss. In a statement personally signed on Sunday, Jonathan described the late president as a disciplined officer, selfless leader, and elder statesman who gave his best in service to Nigeria. “It is with a heavy heart […] The post Buhari a courageous leader, disciplined officer — Jonathan appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

The Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, is dead. The respected monarch died on Sunday at the age of 91, just hours after the announcement of the death of his longtime friend, former President, Muhammadu Buhari. Mourning his passage, a prince of Ijebu, Prince Adedoyin Alatishe wrote on X, “Baami Ogbagba […] The post Awujale of Ijebuland, Adetona, dies at 91 appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos, Alex Otti of Abia, and Agbu Kefas of Taraba have expressed grief over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his death as a significant loss to the nation. In a condolence message issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu described Buhari […] The post Sanwo-Olu, Otti, Kefas mourn Buhari, recount legacy appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has expressed sorrow over the passing of Nigeria’s former President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a national icon who epitomised discipline, patriotism, and integrity. In a condolence message issued on Sunday, Musa, on behalf of the Service Chiefs and all officers […] The post Defence chief hails Buhari’s legacy of discipline, patriotism appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

Tributes are pouring in for former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 82. Among those mourning him is his former Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo, who described Buhari as a man of unparalleled integrity and frugality, leaving behind a profound legacy of selfless service […] The post They don’t make them like him anymore, Keyamo mourns Buhari’s passing appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

An international businessman, Rabiu Auwalu, has threatened legal action against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for allegedly damaging his reputation by declaring him wanted over a $1.9m money laundering allegation. The EFCC had, on Friday, declared Auwalu, 43, wanted for allegedly obtaining money under false pretences and laundering the said amount. But reacting in […] The post Businessman declared wanted by EFCC threatens to sue anti-graft commission appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

A large number of supporters on Sunday received the Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Rauf Aregbesola, in Osogbo, Osun State, as the party begins a membership recruitment drive in the state. Aregbesola, who served as Governor in Osun State between November 27, 2010 and November 27, 2018, recently emerged as the Interim […] The post Estatic crowd receives Aregbesola as ADC kicks off Osun membership drive appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has described the late former President Muhammadu Buhari as a true patriot whose life was marked by discipline, honesty, and a deep commitment to national service. Reacting to the news of Buhari’s death on Sunday, Osinbajo, in a statement signed by him, said he and his wife, Dolapo, were deeply […] The post Nigeria has lost a true patriot, Osinbajo mourns Buhari appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

Senator Ali Ndume on Saturday mourned the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a mentor, a father figure, and a leader whose legacy will remain indelible in Nigeria’s political history. In a tribute issued in Abuja, the lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District said he received the news of Buhari’s death with […] The post Nigeria has lost a patriot, a father, Ndume mourns Buhari appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

Jannik Sinner downed defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday to win his first Wimbledon title, gaining sweet revenge for his painful defeat in the French Open final. The world number one is the first Italian to win at the All England Club and now has four Grand Slams to his name […] The post Sinner downs Alcaraz to win first Wimbledon title appeared first on Punch Newspapers.

The Countdown to the 2024 Africa Cup Of Nations Tournament has reached its serious end following the draw The post Super Eagles  AFCON Draw; A Perfect Pathway For Nigeria To Achieve Its “Let’s Do It Again” 2024  Nations Cup Objective first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Portuguese football great Cristiano Ronaldo would avoid visiting Iran for now after a court in the Islamic state The post ‘Adultery’: Ronaldo Faces 99 Lashes first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Mariam Sanni The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Mr. Bello Hassan, has called The post NDIC Boss Urges ICAN To Integrate DIS Courses first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Joel Ajayi The Honorable Minister of Sports Development has approved the appointment of eleven individuals to serve in The post Sports Minister, Appoints Media Aides, Others first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Joel Ajayi The Honorable Minister of Sports Development has approved the appointment of eleven individuals to serve in The post Sports Minister Appoints Richard Orim, Diana-Mary Nsan, Adeleye, Kola Daniel Others As Media Aides first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

By Ladi Patrick-Okwoli Cyber fraud is a blanket term to describe crimes committed by cyber attackers via the The post Leading Causes Of Cyber Fraud In Nigeria first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

By Ladi Patrick-Okwoli Determined to address the housing deficit bedeviling the nation, the Federal Government says it will The post FG To Unlock $300bn Dead Capital For Affordable Housing first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

By Yahaya Umar, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has lifted the ban placed on all 43 The post CBN Lifts Forex Ban On Rice, Cement, 40 Others first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Joel Ajayi Minister for Solid Minerals  Development, Dr. Oladele Alake has restated the overarching policy of value addition The post Era Of Exporting Raw Materials Is Over-Alake first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has once again maintained that ethnic politics has no place in the The post Kogi Guber: APC’ll Win Overwhelmingly On Strength Of Our Achievements – Gov Bello first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

By Lateef Taiwo Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda today in Rimi Local Government flagged off the disbursement of The post Radda Flags off Disbursement of Scholarship Funds in Rimi Local Government first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Joel Ajayi The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn in Group A of the Africa Cup of Nations The post 2023 Draw AFCON: Super Eagles To Face Host Côte d’Ivoire first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

By Blessing Otobong-Gabriel Inline with the core drive of the Rotary club, the Rotary club of Abuja Ministers The post Back To School Project: Rotary Club Donates Educational Materials To 20 LEA Students In Jahi first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

KPLC acting Chief Executive Joseph Ndoti said the firm has engaged State-owned power producer KenGen to offer consultancy on getting the plant operational.

By Deborah Musa, Abuja A human rights activist and constitutional lawyer, Doctor Olukayode Abraham Ajulo and 57 others The post Kayode Ajulo, Falana’s wife, Funmi, EFCC lawyer, Okoroma 55 Others Get Senior Advocate of Nigeria Rank first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

By CHARLES ONYEKWERE,ABAKILIKI Imo state governor, Hope Uzodinma and other political heavyweights are set to grace the occasion The post Uzodnma, Ohakim, Political Heavyweights to Gather for IPM’s Inauguration on Saturday first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

By Paul Effiong, Abuja The House of Representatives yesterdayPassed the Peace Corps Establishment Bill into Law, making it The post Again, Reps Pass Nigeria Peace Corps Bill For the Third Times first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Joel Ajayi The growing demand for the establishment of an International Anti-Corruption Court has been described as a The post HEDA Rallies Support For Establishment of Global Anti-Corruption Court first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Kenya Airways (KQ) says its flight KQ100 from Nairobi to London Heathrow, which was diverted to London Stansted Airport due to a security alert, has been cleared by the UK security agencies

The Hon. Minister of Sports Development Sen. John Enoh has commended the two-day work workshop on sports-based intervention The post Minister Of Sports Reiterates Need To Use Sports For Social Cohesion In Societal Reform first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

By INIOBONG SUNDAY, UYO “Nigeria is currently maintaining the first spot in breast cancer disease in the West The post Nigeria Highest In Breast Cancer, Infants Mortality In W/Africa – Don first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

. . . Urges Members To Be Calm, Be Law Abiding BY RAHILA ABDULLAHI, KADUNA Miyetti Allah Cattle The post Miyetti Allah Cries Out Over Killings Of Members In Kaduna first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

The International Olympic Committee’s executive board has suspended the Russian Olympic Committee “with immediate effect until further notice”. The post IOC Suspends Russian Olympic Committee ‘With Immediate Effect’ first appeared on Aljazirahnews Nigeria - Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspaper, Breaking News and more.

Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi said the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) will buy the maize for the National Strategic Food Reserve.