Новости за 25.07.2024

Two Tiv farmers have been reportedly killed in a recent attack in the Obosidima community over a land dispute in the Keana Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The PUNCH had reported that a crisis broke out around the Nasarawa-Benue border communities housing the indigenous Alago and Tiv farmers in the area, leaving four dead

The President of Ekiti Council of Elders, Prof. Joseph Oluwasanmi, on Thursday, appealed to Ekiti State Government and security agencies to secure the release of kidnapped member and former Deputy Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Prof. Olorunfemi Olaofe, from captivity. Oluwasanmi spoke in Ado Ekiti at a press conference addressed by the Council to

The Ekiti State Police Command has received orders to conduct raids on all vulcaniser shops within its jurisdiction and seize all unused tyres. This directive is coming ahead of the planned nationwide protests, scheduled to commence on August 1, 2024, under the hashtag ‘#EndBadGovernanceinNigeria,’ which has gained significant traction on social media. A police wireless

The Department of State Services has warned the organisers of the planned nationwide protests against proceeding with them. The service said it uncovered a plan by some criminal elements to hijack the protest and cause unrest in the country. The military and police have also warned against the protest scheduled to be held from August

The lineup for the highly anticipated match between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and Brazil has been announced. The Super Falcons will face Brazil in their first Women’s Olympic Football Tournament game at 6 pm Nigerian time at the Stade de Bordeaux in Bordeaux, France. Rasheedat Ajibade is leading the team as captain while Asisat Oshoala is

The Coalition of Yoruba Youth leaders on Thursday called on organisers of the planned nationwide protest in August to shelve the idea and remain calm. President-General of the coalition, Dr Tolani Hassan, said in a statement in Lagos that the apex umbrella body for all Yoruba youth associations and organisations had dissociated itself from the

The Edo State Government and the state assembly have filed two separate applications before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja to suspend a judgement reinstating Philip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of the state, pending the hearing and determination of the motion on notice. The two applicants, in separate motions, challenged

A total of 873 Batch B stream II Corps members in Gombe State completed their one-year mandatory national youth service, while three absconded, and one received an extension of service. The state coordinator, Chinwe Nwachuku disclosed this on Thursday at a low-key passing-out ceremony at the Gombe Zonal Office. He said, “A total number of

Northern youths under the aegis of Northern Youths Frontiers on Thursday condemned the call for the suspension of the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Authority, Farouk Ahmed by the House of Representatives. The PUNCH had earlier reported that the House of Representatives called on the Federal Government to suspend

  Everton defender, Jarrad Branthwaite, is reportedly seeking a significant pay increase amid interest from Manchester United, according to the Daily Mail. Mirror UK on Thursday via its website reported that the 22-year-old centre-back, who has become a key player for Sean Dyche’s side, is said to be demanding that Everton match the £160,000-a-week salary

The Federal Government has not yet commenced direct payment of monthly allocations to Nigeria’s 774 local government areas. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, explained that the Supreme Court’s proceedings had not yet been communicated to the Attorney General of the Federation for proper study and implementation. Recall that

The Senate has vowed to expose saboteurs in the petroleum sector and those responsible for the importation of toxic fuel into the country. The ‘Senate Ad-Hoc Committee to Investigate the Alleged Economic Sabotage in the Nigerian Petroleum Industry’ made this assertion during a press conference on Thursday in Abuja. The Chairman of the Ad-Hoc Committee,

Manchester City could be facing a double blow as reports suggest goalkeeper Ederson and striker Julian Alvarez are looking to leave the club. GiveMeSports reported in a post via its website on Thursday that the reasons behind their potential departures have now come to light. According to The Athletic, Ederson, a mainstay in Pep Guardiola’s

President Bola Tinubu is currently meeting traditional rulers at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. Leading the delegation of royal fathers are the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. The meeting began at about 2:30 pm when the President arrived at the Council Chamber. Although the

A former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has backed the upcoming nationwide protest planned for August 1-10, 2024 urging the federal and state governments to handle the situation with civility and empathy. In a statement titled “My Position on the Nationwide Protest of our Young Citizens,” and posted on X on Thursday, Ezekwesili highlighted the

The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has died. His passing was confirmed in a statement on Thursday by Jide Iwuanyanwu, the son of the late Chief Emmanuel. More details later…

The Federal Government has said it has spent over $1.5 billion from 2020 to date to protect the nation’s oil installations and curb crude oil theft. The Secretary of the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, made this known on Thursday at a public hearing of the House of Representatives on crude oil theft.

Telecom operator, Airtel Nigeria, has pledged to donate N2 million to the family of Sodiq Olayode, who recently welcomed quadruplets with his wife, Abiodun. This donation follows the outpouring of support from Nigerians, who have raised over N16 million for the family through online donations. Airtel Nigeria disclosed this on X.com on Thursday, expressing its

New Barcelona coach Hansi Flick on Thursday hailed the performance of the Spanish club’s teenage winger Lamine Yamal at Euro 2024, calling it “unbelievable”. Yamal made history in his country’s opening game against Croatia by becoming the youngest player ever to appear in a European Championship game at the age of 16 years and 338

The Kano State Command of the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency on Thursday disclosed that it secured the conviction of 22 drug dealers in the state in July 2024. Confirming the convictions to newsmen, on Thursday, the Commander of the agency, Abubakar Idris-Ahmad, described the feat as a major victory in its fight against illicit

A former Liverpool striker, Stan Collymore, has issued a warning to Kylian Mbappe as the French star joins Real Madrid. Drawing from his own experience as a high-profile signing at Liverpool, Collymore advised Mbappe to approach his new role with humility. Collymore, who was once a British record transfer to Liverpool, shared his insights with

Morocco striker Youssef En-Nesyri has signed a five-year contract with Fenerbahce after four years with Sevilla, the Turkish club coached by Jose Mourinho announced on Thursday. Fenerbahce will pay 19.5 million euros ($21.2 million) over four years for the 27-year-old Moroccan, who becomes the biggest transfer in the history of the Turkish Super Lig. “Welcome

The Borno State Police Command, on Thursday, warned residents against taking part in the planned nationwide protest. The command stated that the state of emergency on insecurity still in force in Borno automatically bans protests or any form of mass action. This was contained in a press statement signed by Nahum Daso, an Assistant Superintendent of Police,

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria has appealed to the management of the Nigerian Ports Authority for more waivers to utilise the Calabar ports. They made the call on Wednesday when the leadership of the association paid a familiarisation visit to their facility as a way of fostering closer collaboration in Calabar. The acting Chairman of

Women’s football takes centre stage at the Paris Olympics on Thursday after a chaotic start to the sporting action at the Games in the men’s football, while preparations ramp up for an unprecedented opening ceremony. Grand Slam record-breakers Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal were placed on a second-round collision course as the draw was made