The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Charles Bassey, a proud member of Nigeria’s historic 1980 Africa Cup of Nations-winning team. Bassey died on Saturday at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness in his hometown of Eket, Akwa Ibom State. The …
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 …
Bayern Munich Drop Points In Clash Against Borussia Dortmund
A difficult week ended on a sour note for Bayern Munich as they dropped two points in the Bundesliga. The Bavarian side was held for a 2-2 draw by their arch-rivals Borussia Dortmund at Allianz Arena on Saturday. Vincent Kompany went with the strongest possible lineup from the group of players fit for this game. …
We Don’t Want You In APC, Senator Nwoko Tells Oborevwori
A significant political realignment unfolded in Delta State as members of the Delta Unity Group (DUG) in Ika Federal Constituency formally defected from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Agbor. Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North, addressed the gathering and made headlines with his bold statement regarding Delta State …
NNPC Ltd/FIRST E&P Joint Venture Support Nigerian NGOs With N287m Impact Grant
The NNPC Ltd/FIRST E&P Joint Venture (JV) recently supported Nigerian Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) with N287million impact grant held in its 2025 ‘Impact FIRST’ Grant presentation in Lagos. At the event, 12 NGOs across the country were awarded the grants to support their initiatives and create pathways for growth and development in the communities they serve. …
Presidency disowns 2027 campaign billboards
The Presidency has denied having any hand in the increasing number of billboards in some cities promoting the 2027 campaign for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. In a statement released on Sunday, April 13, presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, said some of these billboards with pictures of the President and his wife, …