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Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant on Sunday vowed to “hit the enemy hard” after rocket fire from Lebanon killed 12 young people in the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights and again raised fears that the war in Gaza would spread. Iran warned Israel any new military “adventures” in Lebanon could lead to “unforeseen consequences”. Western powers, including

The Ogun State Government on Saturday threatened to revoke the land allocation of erring subscribers under its Regeneration Housing Scheme at the Ibara Government Residential Area in Abeokuta, the state capital. The government noted that it won’t hesitate to sanction any subscriber who violates the rules set out in the subscription and agreement forms completed

As part of its continued efforts at institutionalising best waste management practices and to forestall outbreaks of diseases, especially cholera, the Ogun State Waste Management Authority, has stated that it would collaborate with all religious camps to check against cholera and other diseases in the state. The Special Adviser to the governor of Ogun State,

The Nigerian Guild of Editors is set to hold the second edition of the Lateef Jakande Annual Memorial Lecture on Tuesday in Lagos State. In a statement on Sunday signed by its President, Eze Anaba and General Secretary, Dr Iyobosa Uwugiaren, the NGE said the Chairman, THISDAY/Arise Media Group, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, will share with

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria has increased the admission quota for the Faculty of Nursing, Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, from 190 to 300 per session. The Director, ABUAD Corporate Affairs, Tunde Olofintila, said in a statement on Sunday that the news was conveyed in a letter by Council’s Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, Dr.

Imo State Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, has reassured residents of the state of their continued safety. He stated that the command in synergy with other security agencies are poised to vehemently resist any attempt capable of truncating the existing peace in the state. Danjuma gave the assurance while speaking with journalists on Sunday and

A 49-year-old Nigerian immigration detainee, Dirichukwu Patrick Nweke, and his accomplice have been charged with running a drug ring after police busted an alleged $9 million drug operation operating out of Villawood Immigration Detention Centre in Sydney. According to New South Wales Police on Saturday, organised crime investigators claim Nweke used an encrypted messaging service

A political group in Ekiti State, BAO Agenda 2026 has called on the state governor, Biodun Oyebanji, not to hesitate to declare his interest for another term of four years as the coast is already clear for him. The group, speaking in a statement on Sunday through its state Coordinator, Moshood Lawal; State Secretary, Olufemi

The National Association of Nigerian Students, on Saturday, concluded its 84th NANS National Senate sitting and urged the Federal Government to address the pressing operational challenges of the Dangote refinery to ameliorate the living conditions of Nigerians, especially the youth. The NANS Senate President, Babatunde Akinteye, read the communiqué after the sitting, held at Assembly

A former Senator representing the Kaduna Central District in the 8th National Assembly, Shehu Sani, has stated that the shooting of protesters by armed security operatives is capable of turning a peaceful protest violent. This, among other reasons, was listed by the ex-lawmaker on Sunday, July 28, 2024, in a tweet via his X handle,

The Northern Youth Leaders Forum, an umbrella body of 42 northern youth organisations, has announced that its members will not participate in the planned nationwide protest against hunger and poor governance. The National President of the forum, Elliot Afiyo, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists on Sunday. The protest, tagged #EndBadGovernance, is

The Nigerian Communications Commission has said that the over 40 million telephone lines barred after failing to link to the National Identity Numbers face the risk of being forfeited soon. The NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Reuben Mouka, disclosed this on Tuesday while speaking with PUNCH Online in an interview. According to him, the telephone

The National Assembly has delayed the transmission of the minimum wage bill and may send it to President Bola Tinubu by Monday, findings by Sunday PUNCH have revealed. The bill, which underwent second and third readings in both legislative chambers of the National Assembly within minutes of being transmitted by the President, was approved separately

The Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Plc has warned customers in its franchise states against sharp practices and urged them to desist from colluding with any fraudulent staff of the company. Additionally, the company stated that it is not responsible for the banding of customers, clarifying that banding is entirely the responsibility of the Nigeria Electricity

Stakeholders in the health sector have stressed the need for collaborative advocacy towards achieving sustainable progress in maternal health across Nigeria. The call was made during a webinar organised by Pathfinder International in partnership with the Center for Communication and Social Impact to create awareness about the critical issues of maternal health. Speaking during the

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested a 50-year-old businessman, Francis Akajiobi, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos for attempting to smuggle 1.2 kilogrammes of cocaine to Spain. This was made known in a statement signed by the Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, and shared on the Agency’s website on Sunday.

The International Council for Ifa Religion, on Sunday, called for caution against false statements made on social media regarding slavery in old Yoruba history. ICIR, in a statement by its President, Fayemi Fakayode, in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, said that incorrect assertions about Yoruba culture and tradition must be corrected to prevent them

The Vice-Chancellor of Babcock University, Ogun State, Prof. Ademola Tayo, said the institution paid N300m as electricity tariff in May. Speaking on Sunday at the ongoing 22nd convocation ceremony, Tayo said the high electricity tariff was a great threat to quality education in Nigeria. “I hereby call on the government to reduce the electricity tariff.

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has invited representatives of civil society groups and student bodies for a dialogue session. A statement by the spokesperson to the governor, Olawale Rasheed, in Osogbo on Sunday, described the meeting as a “comprehensive dialogue with organisers of upcoming national protests alongside stakeholders from the security and civil societies,” and

Former Deputy Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly and former lecturer at Tai Solarin College of Education, now Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, Dr. Tokunbo Oshin, is dead. He was said to have passed away at a private hospital in Sagamu on Saturday night after a brief illness. He was 66. Ogun

The Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has described the death of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah as shocking and a great loss to the country. Governor Abiodun, in a condolence message on Sunday to the people and government of Anambra State on the demise of the lawmaker, coming just

Kenneth Okonkwo, a former spokesman for the Labour Party’s presidential campaign council, has announced his departure from the party. Okonkwo has also parted ways with former presidential candidate of LP, Peter Obi . In a statement titled “Political Journey to a Great Nigeria,” which he shared on his social media platforms on Saturday, Okonkwo cited

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has hailed the large turnout recorded during the just-concluded ward congress of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state, describing it as a confirmation of unity within the party. The state PDP chapter on Saturday, 27th July 2024, conducted its ward congress to elect new ward executives across the

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has urged citizens to support President Bola Tinubu in his efforts to find a lasting solution that will uplift every Nigerian. According to him, the nation is in a transformative period, adding that the president needs the support of Nigerians to succeed in his quest to solve the country’s

The Lagos State Government has clarified that it did not revoke all existing building permits, contrary to some online reports. Instead, the government explained that it had opened a three-month amnesty window from May 2 to July 30, 2024, allowing property owners to obtain or perfect their planning permits without the usual statutory penalties. In