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Abia Police Command late Tuesday confirmed the killing of a 57-year-old, Mmaduka Ogbonna by his son, Chinalu Ogbonna, 27 years old at Amuzukwu in Umuahia North LGA. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka disclosed this in a statement she issued late Tuesday. Chinaka in the statement said, “Yes we got a report today

PUNCH journalist Kayode Jayeola in pain after his head was broken by a policeman at Ojuelegba Lagos. PUNCH journalists often have to pay a heavy price for their relentless pursuit of outstanding visuals. Over the past five decades, many of PUNCH’s photojournalists have been beaten, arrested and harassed for doing their job.

Pupils of St. Peter Primary School, Owode-Titun trying to drink water from a silent borehole in Ogun State. 133 million out of Nigeria’s 200 million population lack access to potable water. This has led to dire consequences for the health and well-being of poor households. Poor infrastructure, pollution, and scarcity exacerbate the crisis, disproportionately affecting

Scene of the “Revolution Now” protest at the National Stadium, Lagos The “Revolution Now” protest at the National Stadium, Lagos, saw impassioned calls for political change and social justice. Protesters voiced grievances against government policies and corruption, demanding accountability and reform.

Students of Baptist High School, Iwo appearing in different religious attires in Osun State, during a squabble over the wearing of Hijab by Muslim students. Nigeria’s religious fissures run from one end of the country to another despite centuries of peaceful coexistence among different ethnic and religious groups. As a result, disagreements between religious groups

A physically challenged woman back her kid in Lagos. In Nigeria, millions of people living with disabilities face daily challenges as they navigate a society ill-equipped to accommodate their needs. With over 25 million disabled individuals (Dataphyte) the government’s neglect of social welfare exacerbates their struggles. Despite promises of inclusion, systemic barriers persist, denying them

Passengers travelling to the north for Sallah at Fagbams Bus Stop, along the Lagos Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State. In Nigeria, Sallah festivities paint the streets with vibrant colors and joyous melodies. Families gather in jubilant celebration, adorned in traditional attire, as the aroma of sumptuous feasts fills the air. Amidst prayers and blessings, the spirit

Scene of a fire outbreak at Balogun Market at Lagos Island Nigeria recorded over 2000 fire incidents in 2022 resulting in losses totalling an estimated N1trillion (Nigeria Army)  

People loot palliative items from a warehouse in an industrial area of Abuja In October 2020, scenes of chaos unfolded as residents looted warehouses across Nigeria, seizing essential items amid widespread unrest. Crowds descended upon storage facilities, carting away food, medical supplies, and other necessities which were believed to have been hoarded by officials tasked

Scenes from a pension verification exercise conducted for retired employees of the defunct Nigeria Airways on the premises of Skypower, Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos Nigerian pensioners endure immense stress navigating the bureaucracy to collect their pensions. Many face long queues, bureaucratic delays, and insufficient funds, leading to exhaustion and despair. Tragically, some succumb to the

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A Scene of a fight in the Arepo, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, while a man ran to separate the fighting men with a stick. From street brawls to communal clashes, the specter of violence looms large, undermining peace and stability. Street fighting remains a prevalent challenge in Nigeria, as it is

Members of Coalition of Concerned Nigerians during a protest rally in Lagos Protest rallies serve as a platform for citizens to voice their concerns, express dissent, and demand action from government authorities and other relevant stakeholders. They are often characterized by chants, banners, placards, and speeches calling attention to specific grievances and advocating for change

The House of Representatives, on Tuesday, called on the Federal Government to investigate and curtail the spread of an unidentified disease that has killed some persons in the Nafada Local Government Area of Gombe State. The House asked the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare to urgently deploy its personnel to verify the nature

The House of Representatives, on Tuesday, urged the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria not to implement its revised guidelines for issuing verification certificates to nurses and midwives in the country. Nurses and midwives, under the aegis of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives, had expressed concern that the NMCN’s revised guidelines for

Ex-Arsenal star William Gallas has warned his former side against a move for Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen this summer due to the risk of the Napoli star having a poor relationship with Gunners coach Mikel Arteta, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Londoners are keen to acquire the services of a top-quality No. 9 at the

Most Valuable Player at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, William Troost-Ekong, is keen to return stronger after undergoing surgery in Finland on Tuesday following an injury he picked up during the tournament in Ivory Coast, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The defender is expected to be out of action between three to six months for

For his contributions to the growth of the Golf Section of Ikoyi Club 1938, the outgoing Golf Captain, Wahab Aminu-Sarumi has gotten high praises from appreciative members of the section, as he rounds up his tenure on Saturday with the usual Captain’s Day Golf tournament tagged WS 2024. Former chairman of the club, Demola Mumuney,

In the aftermath of the drama that ensued between Nigeria and Cameroon during the penultimate qualifying fixture for the 2024 Olympic games, Super Falcons coach, Randy Waldrum, says voodoo is strange to him, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. There was drama at the start of the second half inside the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja

When it comes to competitive sports, we often envision the world of football, where stadiums roar with the passion of athletes sprinting across the field. But in a world where athleticism takes centre stage, there exists a 13-year-old prodigy, Sophia Ekeruche, who dares to dream of a different kind of sports world: one where words

In a fiery pre-Atalanta press conference, AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli didn’t hold back when addressing the underwhelming performance of Nigeria winger Samuel Chukwueze. With Christian Pulisic shining on the right flank, Pioli minced no words, challenging Chukwueze to elevate his game or face the consequences. Since his much-anticipated arrival from Villarreal last summer, Chukwueze

It is celebration galore as PUNCH Nigeria Limited, publishers of the most widely read The PUNCH, Saturday PUNCH, Sunday PUNCH and PUNCH Online clocks 50. The firm clocked 50 on March 18, 2023, but the celebration was moved to this year because 2023 was an election year in the country. On Saturday, the celebration started with a colourful novelty football match

A former governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode, has warned that without unity among Nigerians, insecurity will not end. Ambode spoke at the Akinjide Adeosun Foundation’s 2024 Leadership Colloquium and Award with the theme, “Economic Asphyxiation – The Wisdom of Authentic Leaders.” According to a statement on Tuesday, the colloquium held at Alliance Francaise, Ikoyi,

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee, on Tuesday, summoned the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, to unfailingly appear before it on March 5, 2024 over issues relating to alleged leakages with the e-payment solution platform,  REMITA. The Reps fumed that Cardoso’s failure to appear before the committee during previous sittings

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has urged the judiciary and the legislature to reject attempts to frustrate the government. He added that the courts should reject attempts by private individuals to disrupt government procurement procedures using baseless injunctions. The AGF spoke while delivering a paper titled,