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Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Sunday, described fathers as “uplifting ladders” for their children’s future. His position was contained in his goodwill message on Fathers’ Day posted on X.com. The governor wrote, “Let me profoundly congratulate fathers all over the world on the 2024 Fathers’ Day Celebration. “Fathers are endowed with great capacity for

The United Nations Children’s Fund has stated that children under the age of five are particularly vulnerable to severe dehydration and higher mortality rates during cholera outbreaks. A statement by the Chief of UNICEF Lagos Field Office, Celine Lafoucrier, on Saturday, said addressing the challenges of cholera outbreaks requires a deliberate focus of state policies

Medical experts have warned that lifting the ban on alcoholic beverages will lead to acute health complications, increased road traffic accidents, increased risk of abuse of alcohol, liver problems, heart-related problems, and cancers, among others. The experts spoke following the resolution of the House of Representatives and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration

The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, Ireti Kingibe, on Sunday congratulated Nigerians, particularly Muslims, on the occasion of the the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. This was disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja by her Senior Special Assistant on Media, Kennedy Mbele The lawmaker also called on Nigerians, especially leaders to reflect and emulate Prophet Ibrahim’s

Rwanda head coach, Thorsten Frannk Splitter, says he will be relying on Gernot Rohr for essential information to claim the scalp of the Super Eagles in their 2026 World Cup CAF Qualifying Group C match day 5 fixture on March 17, 2025, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. After four rounds of matches, Rwanda are surprisingly topping

The Prelate of the Methodist Church, Nigeria, Most Reverend Oliver Aba, said gay marriage was an abomination before God and humanity, adding that it was a European attempt to ‘turn the whole world upside down’. He also added that the concept was alien to African culture and would be resisted by the church. He said

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, said the Federal Government has commenced the process of empowering Nigerian airlines to have direct access to International routes to the United States and South American countries. The minister stated this in a YouTube interview with O’tega Ogra titled, “Unfiltered: The Big Interview” which was viewed

Independent marketers have lifted and distributed over 25 million litres of Automotive Gas Oil, popularly called diesel, produced by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in less than three months after the plant started releasing AGO to the market. It was also gathered on Saturday that the registration of oil marketers with the $20bn firm was still

The Independent Electricity Distribution Network and distribution franchisee models developed by the Federal Government through the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission have not been effective, state governors have said. Due to this, the governors said State Electricity Regulatory Commissions should come up with new models that would open the retail electricity space for companies to compete

The Joint Union Congress of the Police Service Commission has described the allegations by the Nigeria Police Force over the recruitment exercise as diversionary. The Police had earlier in a statement by the Force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, rejected the names of those recruited by the commission. Adejobi added that the PSC portal was scrutinised and

A socio-cultural organisation, Ogbako Ohaji People’s Forum in Imo State has opposed the inclusion of Ohaji people in the proposed Orlu State, noting huge cultural, social, and geographical differences. The position is on the heels of the bill for the creation of Orlu State sponsored by Ikenga Ugochinyere, which has passed its first reading at

Super Eagles stars Ademola Lookman and Joe Aribo have linked up with NBA superstar Jayson Tatum during the NBA finals. June marked the end of the European season and Super Eagles players have taken the opportunity to have a fun time for themselves. Lookman was recently involved with the Super Eagles for the World Cup

Seven-time Nigerian champions, Enugu Rangers, may clinch their eighth Nigeria Premier Football League title on Sunday (today), if they beat Bendel Insurance in their match-day 37 game in Enugu, and their challengers, Remo Stars and Enyimba, lose their respective matches as well, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Rangers lead the chasing pack of Remo and Enyimba

… as NFF search for ‘Technical Adviser’ for team Fans have jubilated on social media following Finidi George’s resignation as the head coach of the Super Eagles on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. This development follows the Nigeria Football Federation’s decision to appoint a foreign technical adviser, a decision made in response to the team’s

The Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Ogun State, Akinloye Bankole, has said the socio-economic growth and development at the local government levels have been impeded by what he described as the overbearing influences and unconstitutional control of LGs by state governors. The PDP spokesman stated that the governors usually enthrone their cronies and

World Boxing Council silver featherweight champion, Elizabeth Oshoba, and WBC African champion, Oluwatosin Kejawa, are set to make their ring returns on June 29 at the Brentwood Centre, Essex in the UK, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The announcement was made by British company, Top Tier Boxing Promotions, on Instagram on Tuesday, although their opponents are

Benin-City, the Edo State capital, is wearing carnival-like looks as the much anticipated AFN National Trials get underway at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on Sunday (today) and climax on Tuesday, 18, 2024, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The best among the prominent and emerging Nigerian track and field stars have converged on the ancient city for the

Super Eagles forward Moses Simon is delighted at being given an award for his efforts in using football to bring peace and unity to Kaduna State, Punch Sports Extra reports. The 28-year-old Nantes star shared his excitement on social media after receiving the award at the end of the three-day 1 Division Nigerian Army Football

West Ham target Samu Omorodion has announced that he is changing his agent and he is “excited for what’s coming next”. The Atletico Madrid striker, who spent last season on loan at Alaves, was subject to a Hammers bid worth €29million (£24.7m) plus €10m (£8.5m) in add-ons, which was turned down according to Marcos Duran

The Abia State Police Command has rescued three siblings, Gideon Osinachi, eight, Obioma Osinachi, six, and Israel Osinachi, four, who were kidnapped by an unknown commercial motorcyclist in May in Amoba Okoro village in the Ikwuanno Local Government Area of the state. The children had reportedly gone missing on May 10 after the motorcyclist hired

Finidi George’s resignation as head coach of the Super Eagles on Saturday has been a major talking point amongst stakeholders in Nigerian football, leaving a medley of reactions in its wake, Sunday Punch reports. Some notable ex-Nigeria internationals avoided the subject like plague; a few bared their minds when our correspondent sought their opinions on

Benin-City, the Edo State capital, is wearing carnival-like looks as the much anticipated AFN National Trials get underway at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on Sunday (today) and climax on Tuesday, 18, 2024, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The best among the prominent and emerging Nigerian track and field stars have converged on the ancient city for the

Following Victor Osimhen’s outburst on social media, reactions from fans have been pouring in, with many criticizing the Napoli striker for his comments against Finidi George. Finidi, who is said to have also resigned as the head coach of the Super Eagles on Saturday (although the NFF is yet to confirm), was quoted to have

Mushroom farmer and founder of Eti Global Farms Limited, Etimbuk Imuk, speaks to VICTORIA EDEME about her business and how mushrooms helped improve the management of her asthma What spurred your interest in mushroom farming? My name is Etimbuk Imuk from Akwa Ibom State, and I am based in Lagos. I am 30 years old.

Chairman of the Labour Party in Imo State, Calistus Ihejiagwa, speaks to DANIEL AYANTOYE on the judgment of the tribunal that affirmed the election of Hope Uzodimma as the governor of Imo State The tribunal has affirmed Governor Hope Uzodimma as the November 11 governorship election winner. What is your reaction to this? Our governorship