VIDEO: Osimhen walks off angrily after Super Eagles’ disappointing draw
Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen was visibly angry on Tuesday after Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The Napoli striker showcased his predatory instincts, expertly heading in a low cross from Moses Simon to hand Nigeria the lead. However, despite dominating possession and creating early chances,
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Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen was visibly angry on Tuesday after Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The Napoli striker showcased his predatory instincts, expertly heading in a low cross from Moses Simon to hand Nigeria the lead. However, despite dominating possession and creating early chances,
FG begins construction of Second Niger Bridge phase 2B access road
The Federal Government has commenced the construction of Phase 2B of the access road to the Second Niger Bridge, marking a significant step in enhancing transportation infrastructure and regional connectivity in the South-East. President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by the Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, at the groundbreaking ceremony at Ogbunike (33 Nkwelle
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The Federal Government has commenced the construction of Phase 2B of the access road to the Second Niger Bridge, marking a significant step in enhancing transportation infrastructure and regional connectivity in the South-East. President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by the Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, at the groundbreaking ceremony at Ogbunike (33 Nkwelle
Tinubu celebrates Fuji maestro, Ayuba, at 60
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday congratulated Adewale Ayuba, Fuji musician and entertainer, on his 60th birthday. The president acknowledged Ayuba’s influence on Nigeria’s Fuji music genre, a cultural treasure that resonates with many. He also celebrated Ayuba’s legacy as one of the nation’s cherished musical icons, his spokesman, Mr Bayo Onanuga, said in a statement.
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President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday congratulated Adewale Ayuba, Fuji musician and entertainer, on his 60th birthday. The president acknowledged Ayuba’s influence on Nigeria’s Fuji music genre, a cultural treasure that resonates with many. He also celebrated Ayuba’s legacy as one of the nation’s cherished musical icons, his spokesman, Mr Bayo Onanuga, said in a statement.
DMO allots N271.2bn in FGN bond auction
The Debt Management Office has allotted a total of N271.2bn in the Federal Government’s bond auction held on March 24, 2025. The allotment includes N4.686bn for the 19.30 per cent FGN April 2029 re-opening (five-year bond) and N266.542bn for the 19.89 per cent FGN May 2033 re-opening (nine-year bond). According to the auction results, the
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The Debt Management Office has allotted a total of N271.2bn in the Federal Government’s bond auction held on March 24, 2025. The allotment includes N4.686bn for the 19.30 per cent FGN April 2029 re-opening (five-year bond) and N266.542bn for the 19.89 per cent FGN May 2033 re-opening (nine-year bond). According to the auction results, the
Train kills woman in Abuja, police begin probe
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has launched an investigation into a fatal train accident that claimed the life of an unidentified woman along the Gwagwa-Idu railway line in Abuja. In a statement on Tuesday, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the incident, noting that the police received a distress call
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The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has launched an investigation into a fatal train accident that claimed the life of an unidentified woman along the Gwagwa-Idu railway line in Abuja. In a statement on Tuesday, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the incident, noting that the police received a distress call
Iran qualify for 2026 World Cup
Iran booked their place in the 2026 World Cup following a 2-2 home draw against Uzbekistan at Tehran’s Azadi Stadium on Tuesday. Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi scored twice in the second half as Iran secured their place in the finals for a fourth consecutive time and seventh in total. Uzbekistan took the lead after
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Iran booked their place in the 2026 World Cup following a 2-2 home draw against Uzbekistan at Tehran’s Azadi Stadium on Tuesday. Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi scored twice in the second half as Iran secured their place in the finals for a fourth consecutive time and seventh in total. Uzbekistan took the lead after
UNIOSUN alumni blame reckless driving for students, others’ death
The Osun State University Alumni Association has condoled families and colleagues of five students of the institution who were among the 10 casualties recorded in a road crash that occurred along the Ife-Ibadan Expressway on Sunday. PUNCH Online had earlier reported that the management of Osun State University, Osogbo, announced that the institution lost five
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The Osun State University Alumni Association has condoled families and colleagues of five students of the institution who were among the 10 casualties recorded in a road crash that occurred along the Ife-Ibadan Expressway on Sunday. PUNCH Online had earlier reported that the management of Osun State University, Osogbo, announced that the institution lost five
IWD: PUNCH Media Foundation hosts webinar on gender disparities
The PUNCH Media Foundation will host a webinar on Thursday, to propose solutions to women’s rights challenges and gender disparities. The webinar being held in commemoration of the 2025 International Women’s Day will see thought leaders and advocates advance practical measures that will engender gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in Nigeria,
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The PUNCH Media Foundation will host a webinar on Thursday, to propose solutions to women’s rights challenges and gender disparities. The webinar being held in commemoration of the 2025 International Women’s Day will see thought leaders and advocates advance practical measures that will engender gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in Nigeria,
Undernutrition, HIV, diabetes fuelling TB cases – Minister
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, on Tuesday said the primary drivers of Tuberculosis in Nigeria include undernutrition, HIV, diabetes mellitus, smoking, and alcohol use, with the working-age group aged 15-44 years being the most affected. Pate said this at the ministerial press briefing to mark the World TB Day
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The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, on Tuesday said the primary drivers of Tuberculosis in Nigeria include undernutrition, HIV, diabetes mellitus, smoking, and alcohol use, with the working-age group aged 15-44 years being the most affected. Pate said this at the ministerial press briefing to mark the World TB Day
Avoid distorting facts to prevent communal crises, Adeleke urges historians
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on historians to avoid distortion of facts to prevent communal conflicts. Adeleke stated this at Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, on Tuesday, at the methodology workshop with the theme, ‘Cutting Edge Knowledge Production for 21st Historians and Diplomats,’ organised by the Historical Society of Nigeria in collaboration with
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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on historians to avoid distortion of facts to prevent communal conflicts. Adeleke stated this at Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, on Tuesday, at the methodology workshop with the theme, ‘Cutting Edge Knowledge Production for 21st Historians and Diplomats,’ organised by the Historical Society of Nigeria in collaboration with