Lagos residents demand stricter enforcement of noise pollution laws

Agency Report Some shop owners and residents in Lagos communities have called for stronger enforcement of noise regulations over persistent disturbances. They spoke in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria on noise pollution in Amukoko, Ajeromi-Ifelodun, and around Pen Cinema, Agege. NAN reported on Sunday that its correspondent observed that generator noise, vehicle […]

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Plateau shuts schools over diphtheria outbreak

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang. Plateau State Government has directed the immediate temporary closure of all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state as a precautionary measure against suspected cases of diphtheria. It gave the order on Saturday in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Joyce Ramnap. According to Ramnap, […]

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None of Tinubu’s challengers can improve Nigeria, including Obi — Datti

Peter Obi and Datti Baba-Ahmed campaigning in Kogi State in 2023 Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed has said none of the politicians contesting against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election can improve Nigeria, including his former running mate, Peter Obi. He stated this in an interview on the Mic On Podcast, […]

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Prosecute officials over ‘missing’ N33.75bn cash transfers, Falana tells EFCC

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to investigate the alleged diversion of N33.75bn meant for cash transfers to poor and vulnerable Nigerians. In a statement issued on Sunday, he urged the anti-graft agency to work with the Auditor-General for the Federation to […]

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2027: Tinubu support groups begin grassroots mobilisation

President Bola Tinubu Two support groups for President Bola Tinubu, the Renewed Hope Agenda Continuity Marshals and Tinubu Torch Bearers, have opened discussions on a strategic partnership to deepen grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The groups, in a statement released on Saturday, said the proposed collaboration would focus on mobilising youths, women […]

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Awolowo remains my favourite politician — Pete Edochie

Pete Edochie Veteran actor Pete Edochie has named the first Premier of the Western Region, late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, as his favourite Nigerian politician, citing his contributions to education and broadcasting. The 79-year-old actor made this known during an interview on Curiosity Made Me Ask, a show hosted by content creator Adebayo Abidemi, popularly known […]

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Nigerian-British businessman dies after penis enlargement procedure in Thailand

Igho Ubiribo A 43-year-old Nigerian-British businessman and social media influencer, Igho Ubiribo, has died after undergoing a penis enlargement procedure during a holiday in Thailand. According to the Daily Mail on Saturday , a UK coroner ruled that the cosmetic procedure caused a fatal pulmonary embolism. Ubiribo, also known by the nicknames “Tiny”, “Denisi” and […]

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Threats, intimidation: INEC, police vow crackdown on politicians

INEC Chairman, Prof Joash Amupitan (SAN) The Independent National Electoral Commission and the Nigeria Police Force have vowed to take action against politicians issuing threats against opponents as activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC and the police spoke with Sunday Punch while responding to enquiries on public concerns about rising inflammatory rhetoric […]

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NAGA diaspora faults Tinubu over fuel subsidy policy, backs Atiku’s relief plan

President Bola Tinubu The Nigerian Advocacy for Good Governance Alliance (NAGA-Diaspora) has criticised the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the continued hardship associated with the removal of fuel subsidy, saying millions of Nigerians are yet to benefit from the promised economic relief. In a statement signed by its Global Coordinator, Tope Adesipo, the […]

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2027 campaigns: Police, Abdulsalami panel move to curb rising tension

Former Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.) The Nigeria Police Force and the National Peace Committee led by former military Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), have stepped up efforts to contain rising political tension and alleged inciting comments as campaigns for the 2027 general elections gather momentum. The police have commenced investigations […]

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