Gideon Ezeh, a Nigerian data analyst, said in an interview with The Punch that he is a graduate of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and works with both an international and a local company. He explained that, he left Abuja around 1 p.m. on a Qatar Airways flight to Dallas to visit…
The Ekiti State Police Command has announced the rescue of worshippers who were kidnapped during an attack on a Christ Apostolic Church prayer gathering in Eda-Oniyo on April 28. The incident occurred during a night vigil when about five gunmen invaded the church’s prayer ground. The attackers reportedly killed the pastor before abducting several members…
Prince Abubakar Audu University has sparked reactions on social media after an examination question referencing First Lady Senator Remi Tinubu’s remarks on small-scale businesses surfaced online. According to a report shared by Punch on its official X account on Saturday, July 4, 2026, the question asked students to prepare an advocacy advertising copy titled…
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has revealed that Argentina captain Lionel Messi praised his performance following their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash, describing the exchange as one of the most memorable moments of his career. According to the Nigerian Tribune on Saturday, July 4, 2026, the 40-year-old goalkeeper produced a series of crucial…
Nigerian social media personality DJ Chicken has sparked widespread criticism after making an alleged threat involving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, during a live social media broadcast. In a video that has circulated widely online, DJ Chicken was heard saying that if President Tinubu won the election, he would kill Seyi Tinubu. The…
Emeritus Professor Martin Aghaji, the medical expert who conducted an independent assessment of the health of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu, has reportedly been arrested in Enugu State. According to Daily Post, human rights lawyer Maxwell Okpara said Aghaji was arrested at his residence in the Independence Layout area of Enugu…
Afrobeats singer Davido, has encouraged aspiring musicians to stay focused on God even after becoming successful, saying fame often brings distractions that can easily lead people astray. The award-winning artiste shared the advice during a recent interview with Kiss Xtra. Davido urged upcoming singers to have confidence in themselves, remain dedicated to improving their talent,…
Rahmatu Ahmed, wife of kidnapped Niger State Independent Electoral Commission (NSIEC) Permanent Commissioner, Barrister Ahmed Mohammed, says her husband’s health is deteriorating in captivity as the family struggles to meet the kidnappers’ ransom demand. Speaking in an interview with Trust TV on Saturday, July 4, 2026, Rahmatu said the abductors have continued to hold…
The Convener of the Police Integrity Movement, Isaiah Davies Ijele, has called for a more aggressive military response to banditry, urging Nigerian security forces to enter forest hideouts and confront kidnappers directly to dismantle criminal networks. Speaking on Arise News on Saturday, July 4, 2026, Ijele argued that defeating banditry would require security personnel…
Kidnap victim Gloria Inyanugbo has recounted how she was abducted while working on her farm and held captive for four days before her family secured her release with a ₦3 million ransom and additional items demanded by her captors. Speaking after the arrest of suspected members of the kidnapping gang, Inyanugbo said she was kidnapped…
