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2027: Obi challenges Tinubu, others to defend records
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:11:49 +0000
Peter Obi challenges President Tinubu and other 2027 presidential hopefuls to defend their records and subject programmes to public scrutiny. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-obi-challenges-tinubu-others-to-defend-records/
Subsidy: Your reforms worsening hardship, Atiku lashes at Tinubu
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:10:28 +0000
Atiku Abubakar criticizes President Tinubu’s fuel subsidy removal, stating reforms worsen hardship despite increased revenues. He proposes a targeted produ Read More: https://punchng.com/subsidy-your-reforms-worsening-hardship-atiku-lashes-at-tinubu/
Fans accuse Davido of revenge porn over Wande Coal feud
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:09:50 +0000
Fans accuse Davido of revenge porn after he reposted alleged nude photos of Wande Coal during their social media feud. Legal expert weighs in on Cybercrime Read More: https://punchng.com/fans-accuse-davido-of-revenge-porn-over-wande-coal-feud/
New health centre ends Ogun women’s trips to Benin Republic
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:07:18 +0000
A new health centre in Igbokofi, Ogun State, ends dangerous trips to Benin Republic for medical care, improving healthcare access for women after a PUNCH r Read More: https://punchng.com/new-health-centre-ends-ogun-womens-trips-to-benin-republic/
FG targets 80% electricity access within five years
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:06:56 +0000
The Federal Government aims to achieve over 80% electricity access within five years, addressing Nigeria’s energy crisis and boosting industrial competitiv Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-targets-80-electricity-access-within-five-years/
My basketball dream ended after visa denial — Ex-BBNaija star Hermes
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:00:57 +0000
Ex-BBNaija star Hermes Iyele shares how his basketball dream ended after a visa denial, his love for LeBron James, and plans to impact Nigerian basketball. Read More: https://punchng.com/my-basketball-dream-ended-after-visa-denial-ex-bbnaija-star-hermes/
Why we left America for Nigeria with five children — US professor, wife
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 01:00:41 +0000
A US professor and his wife, known as Familia PablAnu, share why they left America for Nigeria with their five children, seeking a sustainable life and cul Read More: https://punchng.com/why-we-left-america-for-nigeria-with-five-children-us-professor-wife/
I refused to be ordinary — UNIBEN first-class Law graduate
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:59:53 +0000
Hannah Kintum, a UNIBEN first-class Law graduate, shares her journey to academic excellence, discipline, and sacrifices made to achieve a 4.69 CGPA. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-refused-to-be-ordinary-uniben-first-class-law-graduate/
Edo NEPA, PHCN retirees demand N350bn arrears payment
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:42:54 +0000
Defunct NEPA and PHCN pensioners in Edo protest unpaid N350bn arrears, urging PTAD and President Tinubu to intervene as many NEPA PHCN pensioners face hard Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-nepa-phcn-retirees-demand-n350bn-arrears-payment/
Yoruba tennis club marks centenary
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:42:24 +0000
The Yoruba Tennis Club celebrates its 100th anniversary with a four-day cultural week, honouring Yoruba heritage, tradition, and brotherhood. Read More: https://punchng.com/yoruba-tennis-club-marks-centenary/
Prolific Osimhen scores back-to-back braces
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:41:35 +0000
Victor Osimhen continues his prolific form, scoring back-to-back braces for Galatasaray and attracting Premier League interest. Read more about Osimhen’s p Read More: https://punchng.com/prolific-osimhen-scores-back-to-back-braces/
Before Stardom With… Busola Oke Eleyele (Musician)
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:40:51 +0000
Briefly introduce yourself to our readers. I’m Busola Eleyele. I am a recording artiste, a prophetess, a mass communication graduate from the University of Lagos, and a businesswoman. Have you dreamt of becoming a musician before? I never dreamt of being a musician; I was born a musician. I mean, I was born with the Read More: https://punchng.com/before-stardom-with-busola-oke-eleyele-musician/
‘Insecurity, boat accident raising death rate in Sokoto’
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:39:58 +0000
Sokoto State faces a worsening security and humanitarian crisis as insecurity and a recent boat accident significantly raise the death rate. Urgent action Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-boat-accident-raising-death-rate-in-sokoto/
Saraki backing Tinubu’s second term, says Kwara senator
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:38:55 +0000
Kwara Senator Saliu Mustapha alleges Bukola Saraki is backing President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid despite leading PDP in Kwara. Read more on Saraki’s s Read More: https://punchng.com/saraki-backing-tinubus-second-term-says-kwara-senator/
My marriage… With Alhaji Suleiman Adegbenro
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:35:50 +0000
Alhaji Sulaiman Adegbenro, veteran broadcaster and musician, shares insights into his 29-year marriage, career journey, and advice for couples. Read More: https://punchng.com/my-marriage-with-alhaji-suleiman-adegbenro/
NSIB raises fresh safety concerns over Enugu Air runway overrun
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:34:48 +0000
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has raised fresh safety concerns over the runway-end environment, control tower line of sight and availability of meteorological information following the runway overrun involving an Enugu Air aircraft in Benin, Edo State. The NSIB, in its preliminary report on the July 23, 2026 accident, said it had issued four immediate Read More: https://punchng.com/nsib-raises-fresh-safety-concerns-over-enugu-air-runway-overrun/
Cooking gas programme to reach 10m homes — FG
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:33:47 +0000
The Federal Government’s cooking gas programme aims to provide clean cooking solutions to over 10 million Nigerian homes by 2060, enhancing health and econ Read More: https://punchng.com/cooking-gas-programme-to-reach-10m-homes-fg/
Auctioneers demand probe of MDAs’ asset disposal process
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:32:44 +0000
Nigerian auctioneers accuse MDAs, especially Customs, of violating due process in asset disposal, costing billions. They demand a probe into the asset disp Read More: https://punchng.com/auctioneers-demand-probe-of-mdas-asset-disposal-process/
BPP reports N1.5tn savings from procurement reforms
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:31:41 +0000
The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has saved over N1.5 trillion in public funds in 18 months through new procurement reforms and stricter controls. Read More: https://punchng.com/bpp-reports-n1-5tn-savings-from-procurement-reforms/
Nigeria’s 40 auto plants produce below 5% capacity – NADDC
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:29:54 +0000
Nigeria’s 40 auto plants produce less than 5% of their capacity due to weak financing, low patronage, and imports, hindering the Nigeria auto industry’s gr Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-40-auto-plants-produce-below-5-capacity-naddc/
Three Crowns empowers women at August Meeting
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:27:52 +0000
Three Crowns Milk celebrated and empowered thousands of women at the 2026 August Meeting in Owerri, providing training and equipment to boost their wellbei Read More: https://punchng.com/three-crowns-empowers-women-at-august-meeting/
‘The Family Man’ explores love, betrayal
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:26:50 +0000
AK Media Concepts releases “The Family Man,” a new drama series exploring love, betrayal, and second chances. Discover Banjo Balogun’s struggle to reunite Read More: https://punchng.com/the-family-man-explores-love-betrayal/
Anambra: Two die in truck-tanker inferno
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:26:21 +0000
Two people died and two were injured in a tragic Anambra road accident involving a truck and tanker on the Awka-Enugu Expressway. FRSC warns against speedi Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-two-die-in-truck-tanker-inferno/
Tambuwal seeks more security in Sokoto communities
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:25:30 +0000
Senator Aminu Tambuwal urges federal intervention and additional security resources to tackle worsening Sokoto security challenges in Kebbe and Kaya commun Read More: https://punchng.com/tambuwal-seeks-more-security-in-sokoto-communities/
I want my music to transform lives – Evans Ighodalo
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:24:47 +0000
Gospel singer Evans Ighodalo shares his creative philosophy, aiming for his music to transform lives mentally and spiritually. Learn about his latest singl Read More: https://punchng.com/i-want-my-music-to-transform-lives-evans-ighodalo/
Versatility is useless without mastery – Ariyiike Dimples
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:23:48 +0000
Media personality Ariyiike Dimples discusses the importance of mastering chosen fields, stating that versatility is useless without mastery for entertainer Read More: https://punchng.com/versatility-is-useless-without-mastery-ariyiike-dimples/
Cancer: Colleagues, fans battle to save veteran actor, Ogogo
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:22:47 +0000
Veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, is battling stage-four cancer. Colleagues and fans are rallying support and seeking medical expertise Read More: https://punchng.com/cancer-colleagues-fans-battle-to-save-veteran-actor-ogogo/
My marriage to actress Omoni has no divorce option— Nnamdi Oboli
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:21:41 +0000
Nnamdi Oboli, husband of actress Omoni Oboli, discusses his career shift to marriage coaching and why their marriage has no divorce option. Read More: https://punchng.com/my-marriage-to-actress-omoni-has-no-divorce-option-nnamdi-oboli/
Fury calls Joshua coward, casts doubts on super-fight
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:20:33 +0000
Tyson Fury calls Anthony Joshua a coward, casting fresh doubt on their super-fight. Learn why the Fury Joshua fight is now uncertain. Read More: https://punchng.com/fury-calls-joshua-coward-casts-doubts-on-super-fight/
Mock accreditation’ll test BVAS strength for 2027 poll – Amupitan
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:19:33 +0000
INEC plans a nationwide mock accreditation in November 2026 to rigorously test the BVAS for the 2027 election, ensuring a credible and transparent poll. Read More: https://punchng.com/mock-accreditationll-test-bvas-strength-for-2027-poll-amupitan/
