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Controversy Surrounds Death Of Mechanic, Chukwudi Okereke Abraham In Rivers State Police Custody
Tensions rise as conflicting narratives emerge following the death of Chukwudi Okereke Abraham, a motor mechanic, while in custody at the Octopus Strike Force Unit of the Rivers State Police. The deceased's family alleges torture, while the police claim he was involved in criminal activities.According to the Rivers State Police Command, Chukw -
Ajayi Crowther University Student Beaten To Death Over Alleged Phone Theft
In a tragic turn of events at Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, a student identified as Alex has been beaten to death by his colleagues on allegations of stealing a mobile phone.According to a source within the institution who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday, the incident occurred around 10 p.m. on Friday when Alex was co -
Zack Orji Reflects On How His Marriage Nearly Crashed Due To Raunchy Movie Scene With Eucharia Anunobi (Video)
Nollywood veteran Zack Orji has revealed a turbulent period in his marriage sparked by a suggestive movie scene he filmed alongside colleague Eucharia Anunobi.In a recent interview, Orji opened up about the strain the scene from the 1994 movie "Glamour Girls" put on his marriage, despite his wife also being an actress. He recounted how t -
Nigeria's Abigail Marshall Katung Becomes First African Lord Mayor Of Leeds
Abigail Marshall Katung, a Nigerian-born politician, has been officially announced as the next Lord Mayor of Leeds following the city council’s annual general meeting. Katung, who succeeds Al Garthwaite, is set to become the 130th Lord Mayor of Leeds and the first individual of African descent to hold this esteemed position.Katung's journey -
Deposed Emir Of Kano, Aminu Ado-Bayero, Breaks Silence Over Emirate Dispute
The recently deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado-Bayero, has expressed confidence that justice will prevail in the ongoing controversy surrounding the emirates in Kano State. Ado-Bayero, who was removed from his position by Governor Abba Yusuf, emphasized the importance of law and order, urging authorities to uphold justice.Speaking on Saturday from h -
VIO Allegedly Selling "Express" & "Premium" Number Plates At N120,000
The Directorate of Road Traffic Services, widely known as the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO), has come under scrutiny for reportedly selling "express" and "premium" number plates at inflated prices ranging from N100,000 to N120,000, far above the official rate of N56,000 to N58,000 for a standard plate.Saturday PUNCH investiga -
Why People Shouldn’t Forgive Cheating Partners - Pastor Femi Emmanuel Reveals
Popular clergyman, Pastor Femi Emmanuel gives marriage counsel as he advises people not to forgive their cheating partners.During his recent sermon, the presiding Pastor of Livingspring Chapel International advised people not to marry people who are always hiding their phones and acting suspiciously when their phones ring.He gave instances involvi -
President Tinubu Begins National Project Commissioning To Mark One Year In Office
President Bola Tinubu departed Abuja on Saturday for Lagos to kick off a series of project inaugurations marking the first anniversary of his administration. This commissioning tour, starting on Sunday and running through Friday, will see the President unveiling key infrastructure projects across the country.A State House press release titled “P -
Minister Of Power, Adebayo Adelabu Promises Future Reduction In Electricity Tariffs
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians that electricity tariffs will decrease significantly over time, offering hope for a more affordable energy future. Speaking during the presentation of his ministerial scorecard on Friday, May 24, Adelabu characterized the current tariff regime as a "temporary hardship" that wi -
Former Manchester United Skipper, Wayne Rooney Appointed New Manager Of Plymouth Argyle
Former England and Manchester United captain, Wayne Rooney, has been named the new manager of Championship side Plymouth Argyle. This appointment marks the fourth managerial role in Rooney’s budding coaching career, which has yet to mirror the success he enjoyed on the pitch.In a statement released by the club, Rooney expressed his excitement ab -
National Hajj Commission Announces Airlift Of 18,906 Pilgrims To Saudi Arabia
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has successfully airlifted a total of 18,906 pilgrims for the 2024/1445 Holy Pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. This update was disclosed in the Commission’s Day 11 airlift report on Saturday.According to the Commission, the airlifting of these pilgrims was executed through 45 flights. This significant l -
Manchester United Beats All Odds, Defeats Manchester City 2-1 To Win FA Cup
Manchester United football club of England put up a superb display to beat Manchester City 2-1 in the final of the FA Cup at the Wembley Stadium on Saturday, May 25.The under-pressure Erik Ten Hag coached his side to score twice in the first half through youngsters Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.Garnacho capitalised on a confusion between St -
Amsterdam Police Detain Singer, Nicki Minaj For "Carrying Drugs" (Videos)
Nicki Minaj has been detained in Amsterdam by police officers who accused her of "carrying drugs".The rapper is billed to perform at Co-op live in Manchester today, May 25, but she expressed fears that she won't make it on time if she's not released to fly to Manchester.She took to her social media accounts to share videos of h -
Emirate Time Bomb, Hold FG Responsible For Violence In Kano – Atiku Reveals
Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has said that the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government would be held responsible if violence breaks out in Kano State over the emirate crisis.Atiku said Tinubu’s government was inviting anarchy to Kano State by providing security for the deposed -
Footballer,Kayode Olanrewaju's Wife, Dora Breaks Silence On Allegations Of Paternity Fraud
Dora Ezinne Kayode speaks up on accusations of paternity fraud, reveals no DNA test was carried out while also alleging that her husband is mentally unstable.The lawyer who is married to Nigerian footballer, Kayode Olanrewaju was accused of having an affair with UK pastor, Tobi Adegboyega.Only recently, she was also dragged online for paternity fr -
"It Is Not By Being Muscular"- Blessing Okoro Threatens To Beat Up Verydarkman Amid Ongoing Feud
Popularly known as Blessing CEO, self-proclaimed relationship expert Blessing Okoro has issued a stern warning to Martin Otse, also known as Verydarkman, threatening physical confrontation if he provokes her further.The ongoing online dispute between Blessing CEO and Verydarkman has attracted significant attention. In an interview with *The Punch* -
Two Women Killed By Lightning Strike In FESTAC, Lagos
In a tragic incident, two women lost their lives after being struck by lightning during a rainstorm in the FESTAC area of Lagos State. The news was confirmed by Lagos State Police spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, in a post on his X handle (@benHundeyin) on Saturday. According to Hundeyin, the lightning strike occurred on Friday during heavy rain. -
Jigawa Police Arrest Man For Defrauding Friend Of N1.94 Million in Fake Dollar Exchange
The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Abubakar Ibrahim, for defrauding his friend of N1,942,000 under the pretense of exchanging the amount for United States Dollars (USD).Police spokesperson DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam confirmed the arrest in a statement issued to DAILY POST. According to the statement, Ibrahim Musa, a 20-year -
Mother Of Four Gets Murdered Inside A Hotel In Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed the gruesome murder of a middle-aged woman in a hotel within the Sokoto metropolis. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the community, involved the woman being killed in a hotel room where she allegedly accompanied her killer.In a telephone interview, the state Police Public Relations Offic -
Kidnapping Victim, Akponye Alphonsus Sues Private Bus Company For Negligence Leading To Abduction
Akponye Alphonsus, a recent kidnapping victim, has filed a lawsuit against a private bus company, alleging negligence that led to his abduction. Alphonsus claims that on March 31, 2024, he purchased a ticket at the bus company’s Abuja park for an 8 am departure, with an expected arrival time of 5 pm the same day. However, the bus did not depart -
Fuel Tanker Explosion Causes Massive Gridlock On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (Video)
A fuel tanker explosion occurred on Saturday along the Ibafo axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, leading to a significant traffic gridlock.The explosion reportedly happened after the tanker fell on the highway, causing panic and severe disruptions in traffic flow. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with thick plumes of smoke billowing f -
"We Will Respect Court Order Halting The Reinstatement Of Sanusi II As Emir"— Kano Police (Video)
The Kano State Police Command has announced its commitment to abide by a court order restraining the appointment of Sanusi Lamido Sanusi as the Emir of Kano.In a press briefing held on Saturday, May 25, Commissioner of Police Muhammad Usaini Gumel affirmed that the command is complying with the court's directive to maintain the status quo unt -
Kaduna Police Capture Notorious Bandit Accomplice, Muhammad Bello & Rescue Kidnapped Victims
The Kaduna State Police Command has announced the capture of Muhammad Bello, a notorious bandit known to be an accomplice of the infamous Dogo Haliru. This successful operation followed the rescue of three kidnapped individuals who were abducted along the Kindandan-Dogon Dawa Road in the Birnin Gwari local government area.In a statement issued by -
Blaze Engulfs Iconic Cartege Cinema In Asaba, Delta State (Video)
In a devastating turn of events, the iconic Cartege Cinema, a beloved landmark in Asaba, Delta State, was engulfed in flames yesterday evening, sending shockwaves through the local community and leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.Eyewitnesses reported thick plumes of smoke billowing from the cinema's premises as the inferno raged on, -
Nigeria Customs Intercepts Drugs Worth N24 Million At Kebbi Borders
The collaborative efforts of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in the Northwest region have yielded significant results with the interception of drugs worth over N24 million at the Kangiwa and Bachaka borders in Kebbi State.According to Comptroller Aminu Abubakar Danmusa, the coordinator of the border patrol unit, the traffickers were apprehended -
"Nigerians To Enjoy Home Delivery Of Passports Starting June" - Minister Of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
The announcement was made during Tunji-Ojo's inspection of the electronic gates at the new terminal of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Friday.Tunji-Ojo highlighted that the passport home delivery service aims to streamline the process for citizens, eliminating the need for physical visits to immigration offices for collec -
Nigerian Football Stars Shine Bright: Lookman & Boniface Eye CAF Player Of the Year
Following Victor Osimhen's historic win at the 2023 African Player of the Year awards, ending Nigeria’s 24-year drought, the exceptional performances of Nigerian players in the 2023/24 season suggest that the nation could secure the prestigious title once again in 2024.Two Nigerian footballers have particularly stood out this season: Ademol -
NAFDAC Cracks Down On Drug Hawkers In FCT, Seals Three Shops
On Friday, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) intensified its crackdown on illegal drug activities by sealing three shops in the Kpaduma Community 2, Asokoro District, and Nyanya Motor Park within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).This enforcement action follows Thursday's raids on drug hawkers at the -
Nigeria Customs Service Intercepts Illicit Wildlife Shipment To Vietnam
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has successfully intercepted a 40-foot container loaded with illicit wildlife products destined for Vietnam. This significant seizure, carried out by the NCS's Special Wildlife Office, led to the arrest of three suspects connected to the crime, barely six weeks after Vietnamese authorities made a similar bust -
I Took Break From Acting Because I Was Perceived As A ‘Bad Guy' - Nollywood Legend, Segun Arinze Opens Up About Career & Personal Struggles
In a candid interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Nollywood actor Zack Orji recounted his experiences and challenges in the film industry. The interview, shared on Instagram on Thursday, delved into the highs and lows of his career, including the impact of his famous role in the 1996 film *Silent Night*.Orji, renowned for his portrayal
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