Elections
2023 Elections: Analyzing Peter Obi’s Victory Claim Amidst Unreliable Records
Columnist examines Peter Obi's unsubstantiated claim of winning the 2023 election, highlighting the challenges of relying on official records in Nigeria.
News
President Tinubu’s Independence Address: A Call to Action for Nigerians
In his address on the 66th Independence Anniversary, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu called on Nigerians to produce more goods and services, expand agricultural production, build globally competitive businesses,…
Elections
2027: Collect Your PVC, Protect Your Vote
The PUNCH urges eligible Nigerians to collect their Permanent Voter Cards and vote in the 2027 elections to reverse declining voter turnout and hold leaders accountable.
Local News
Nigeria: Disaster Averted as 33,000-litre Ethanol Tanker Falls Off Lagos Bridge
A major disaster was narrowly averted in Lagos as a 33,000-litre ethanol tanker fell off a bridge. Here's what we know about the incident.
Crime & Justice
FG Denies Authenticity of Leaked Agricultural Intervention Programme Documents
The Federal Government has distanced itself from a set of documents circulating online, allegedly outlining its Agricultural Intervention Programme.
Elections
Osun Governor Adeleke Arrives in Abuja for APC 2027 Presidential Campaign Council Inauguration
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has departed for Abuja for the inauguration of the APC 2027 Presidential Campaign Council.
International Affairs
UK Water Companies Pursue Powers to Limit Business Water Usage
Water companies in England are seeking permission to restrict non-essential water use by businesses as prolonged drought conditions persist.
Crime & Justice
Three CRIN Staff Regain Freedom After Payment of N50m Ransom
Three staff members of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN) were abducted on a farm within the institute's premises last Thursday. After six days, they have been…
Elections
Oyo APC and APM Trade Words Over Destruction of Sharafadeen Alli’s Billboards
The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused supporters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, of vandalising his billboards…
Crime & Justice
Nigerian Air Force Continues Search and Recovery Operations at Ondo Crash Site
The Nigerian Air Force has recovered additional components from its ATR 42-500 aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State.
Health & Wellness
Rivers State Shuts Down Eight Quack Health Facilities, Arrests Four
In a bid to curb quackery in the health sector, the Rivers State Ministry of Health has sealed eight health facilities and arrested four individuals.
Crime & Justice
Allegations: El-Rufai Offered $600,000 Bribe to Stifle EFCC Investigation
A witness in the corruption trial of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has alleged that a significant bribe was offered to halt an EFCC probe. Premium Times…
Elections
Tompolo Mobilizes Lagos Residents for Tinubu’s Re-election, Pleads Against Repeat of 2023 Outcome
Former Niger Delta militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo, also known as Tompolo, has reportedly mobilized Lagos residents in support of Bola Tinubu's re-election bid, according to various Nigerian news…
Elections
Hamzat Reveals Policy Agenda for 2027 Elections, Promises Transport, Housing, Security Reforms
In a bid to win over Lagos voters, the APC governorship candidate, Babajide Hamzat, has unveiled a policy agenda promising transformative reforms in various sectors.
Crime & Justice
Police Arrest 13 Over Illegal Street Trading in Lagos
13 individuals have been arrested by the Lagos police for engaging in illegal street trading, according to Daily Post Nigeria.