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A wave of outrage has swept through Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State, following the shocking killing of an 18-year-old boy, Chinedu Abimbor, allegedly at the hands of police operatives. The tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday at a police checkpoint in the bustling university town, sparking widespread …

The Nigerian government has strongly dismissed claims of targeted killings of Christians in the country, describing them as misleading and designed to manipulate foreign perceptions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Friday, warning against misinformation aimed at pressuring the United States and other international bodies into designating …

The Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art (YSMA), Pan-Atlantic University has reaffirmed its commitment to using art education as a catalyst for empowerment and social development with the successful hosting of the “Leadership Orientation Programme: Cultural Inclusion through the Arts” for rural women. The one-day programme, held on March 6, 2025, …

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke on Tuesday unveiled projects listed for execution under the second phase of his infrastructure plan, assuring that his administration would ensure speedy completion of the projects. The governor at the media briefing held at the Abere Government Secretariat where the projects were unveiled, said the …

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has assured that his administration will implement, to its fullest, the recent judgment of the Supreme Court of Nigeria on the political crisis in the State. Fubara maintained that his priority has been the protection of the interest of the state because it must be …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered 58 fraudulent companies operating as illegal investment schemes, defrauding Nigerians of their hard-earned money. These companies, which masquerade as legitimate investment entities, were not registered with either the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) or the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The …

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has banned public parade of suspects in adherence to global best practices and the fundamental human rights of every citizen. Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the spokesperson for the Nigeria Police Force announce3d this in a statement on Tuesday. Adejobi, in the statement said the …

There was palpable tension for motorists along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway following an explosion at the Otedola bridge axis of the expressway on Tuesday. PUNCH Online gathered through multiple footage shared on X that the explosion occurred around 7pm. The videos showed thick flames emanating from the explosion. While the cause …

In a dramatic turn of events, Ukraine has signaled its willingness to accept an immediate, interim 30-day ceasefire, putting the fate of the ongoing war squarely in Russia’s hands. The ceasefire, proposed by the United States during high-stakes peace talks, could mark the first real step toward ending the brutal …

  Residents of Oko Orisan in Epe area of Lagos State have cried out for help pleading to the National Assembly to come to their rescue after some naval officers invaded an estate in their community and attacked residents including the owner of the estate, Dr. Audullahi Saheed Mosadoluwa who …