Colombia secured the last a place in the World Cup round of 16 after edging Ghana 1-0 on Friday in a match they largely controlled from start to finish. The South American side dictated play throughout the contest at Arrowhead Stadium, creating plenty of chances and registering eight shots on target. However, Jhon Arias’ first-half…
Families of Nigerians abducted by terrorists, bandits and other armed groups have expressed frustration over what they describe as prolonged government silence regarding the fate of their loved ones, according to The Punch on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The report said relatives across Kwara, Borno, Zamfara, Kaduna, Ekiti, Osun, Sokoto and Benue states now rely…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham says her husband, actor Kola Ajeyemi, played a key role in her decision to quit smoking cigarettes, although she still vapes occasionally. According to the Nigerian Tribune on Friday, July 3, 2026, Abraham made the disclosure during an appearance on the Morayo show. She said she smoked cigarettes before…
Former Minister of Sports Solomon Dalung has alleged that he was asked to provide a ₦200 million bribe during his first budget defence before a National Assembly committee, describing the incident as evidence of systemic corruption in the budget process. Speaking on Channels Television on Friday, July 3, 2026, while discussing the controversy surrounding the…
A mother of one, Emmanuel Chinenyenwa, says she will consider remarrying if her husband, Emmanuel Ajuruchukwu, continues to abandon her and their son after losing contact with the family following his move to Côte d’Ivoire. In an interview with Punch, Chinenyenwa said the couple married traditionally in May 2023 before her husband travelled to Abidjan…
A kidnapping victim in Edo State, Braimah Destiny, says he and 10 other captives escaped after their abductors reportedly fell asleep following an overnight trek through the forest. According to Punch on Friday, July 3, 2026, the victims were abducted while working on their farms in Estako West Local Government Area. Speaking at the Edo…
Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development Solomon Dalung has called for the suspension of Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila over the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) controversy, arguing that the Office of the Chief of Staff should be central to the investigation. According to a Daily Post report published…
Cape Verde defender Pico Lopes says his country’s historic FIFA World Cup debut has shown that small nations can compete on the biggest stage, despite the team’s 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina in the Round of 32. According to The Punch on Saturday, July 4, 2026, the Blue Sharks, representing an archipelago of…
Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, convener of the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), says he is challenging the eighth count in the criminal charges filed against him by the police, insisting he will defend himself against what he describes as unjust allegations. According to a Vanguard report published on Friday, July 3, 2026, the PFIPC…
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, says concerns that state governors could misuse proposed state police forces will be addressed through legislation as the State Police Bill progresses. According to a Daily Post report published on Friday, July 3, 2026, Kalu acknowledged fears expressed by Nigerians over the proposal, saying, “Some people…
