Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, visited Plateau State on Sunday to offer his condolences after recent killings in the Bokkos area. In a statement shared on Monday via X, Obi said he traveled from Abuja to Jos, the state capital, to express his sorrow over what he called “senseless killings,” …
FG: Universities And Banks Colluding To Shortchange Student Loan Applicants
An investigation has revealed alleged unethical practices involving some universities and banks in the management of student loans provided through the federal government’s loan program. According to the National Orientation Agency (NOA), certain universities may be working with banks to exploit the student loan scheme, leaving student beneficiaries at a disadvantage. …
Renowned Author Mario Vargas Llosa Dies At 89
Mario Vargas Llosa, the Peruvian-Spanish author who illuminated the perils of authoritarianism through his novels and once campaigned for Peru’s presidency, has died at the age of 89, his family confirmed. “It is with deep sorrow that we announce that our father, Mario Vargas Llosa, passed away peacefully in …
Nasarawa United Players Get ₦3.3m Reward For Win Against Plateau United
Nasarawa United players have been rewarded with ₦3.5 million for their hard-fought Matchday 33 victory against Plateau United. The cash gift was presented by Governor Abdullahi Sule and the state’s Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Kwanta Yakubu, after the thrilling 3-2 win on Sunday. The announcement was made …
Pastor David Ibiyeomie Says Jesus Never Visited The Poor Because He Hates Poverty
Pastor David Ibiyeomie, founder of Salvation Ministries, recently shared his belief that Jesus Christ strongly opposed poverty and did not associate closely with the poor during His time on earth. While addressing his congregation on Sunday, Pastor Ibiyeomie claimed that, according to scripture, Jesus never entered the home …
Plateau United’s Temitope Hospitalized After Attack
Plateau United has confirmed that their striker, Vincent Temitope, was stabbed in the neck by an angry fan following a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match against Nasarawa United at Lafia City Stadium on Sunday, April 13. According to Yaksat Maklek, the club’s Director of Media Operations, the incident occurred …
PDP Governors Meet In Ibadan Over Anyanwu, Party Issues
Governors elected under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) are meeting today (Monday) in Ibadan, Oyo State, for a crucial gathering aimed at addressing growing tensions threatening the party’s unity and future. Sources told The PUNCH on Sunday that the emergency meeting, organized by the PDP Governors’ Forum, will focus on key …
2015-Style Coalition Won’t Beat APC In 2027 – Sowunmi
A chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Sowunmi, has dismissed the possibility of a 2013-style political coalition successfully unseating President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027. Speaking in an interview with The PUNCH, Sowunmi argued that the circumstances that led to the formation …
Athena DME’s Rise Is Loud, Bold, And Just Getting Started
The Nigerian music scene is no stranger to emerging talent, but every once in a while, someone comes along who doesn’t just add to the noise — they shift the culture. Athena DME, with her fearless voice, genre-bending sound, and growing influence, is that force. And she’s moving at a pace that’s got even seasoned …