A 19-year-old photo of Lionel Messi bathing baby Lamine Yamal has resurfaced ahead of the 2026 World Cup final. Discover this extraordinary Messi Yamal pho Read More: https://punchng.com/19-year-old-messi-yamal-photo-resurfaces-ahead-of-world-cup-final/
Month: July 2026
Defamation: Court grants final adjournment, threatens to foreclose Sowore’s defence
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, has issued a final warning to the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress in the 2023 election, Omoyele Sowore, over repeated delays in his ongoing criminal defamation…
Engineers urge FG to fund modern learning facilities
Nigerian engineers and academics call on the Federal Government to invest in modern engineering education and facilities to boost global competitiveness. Read More: https://punchng.com/engineers-urge-fg-to-fund-modern-learning-facilities/
Delta CP orders crackdown on forest bandits
Delta State Commissioner of Police intensifies efforts to root out forest bandits. Learn about the new directives for security agents and vigilantes. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-cp-orders-crackdown-on-forest-bandits/
Bishop rejects alleged Islamisation, sharia policy
Calabar Bishop Nneoyi Egbe rejects alleged Islamisation and integration of Sharia law into Nigeria’s financial system, citing concerns over transparency. Read More: https://punchng.com/bishop-rejects-alleged-islamisation-sharia-policy/
Akpabio, A’Ibom gov pledge sustained partnership for development
Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno and Senate President Godswill Akpabio reaffirm their commitment to sustained partnership for peace and development in Akwa Read More: https://punchng.com/akpabio-aibom-gov-pledge-sustained-partnership-for-development/
Oloja stool: Court orders parties to maintain status quo
Lagos High Court orders parties in the Oloja of Lagos chieftaincy dispute to maintain status quo, affirming Prince Abiola Olojo-Kosoko as Oloja-elect. Read More: https://punchng.com/oloja-stool-court-orders-parties-to-maintain-status-quo/
‘Foreign fleets maintain dominance in Nigeria’s maritime support industry’
Foreign fleets still dominate Nigeria’s maritime support industry, despite being Africa’s largest oil and gas producer. Discover how this impacts the econo Read More: https://punchng.com/foreign-fleets-maintain-dominance-in-nigerias-maritime-support-industry/
Activist demands probe of Umahi physiotherapist’s death
A human rights activist is demanding a comprehensive probe into the mysterious death of Mary Habila, Dave Umahi’s physiotherapist, at his Uburu residence. Read More: https://punchng.com/activist-demands-probe-of-umahi-physiotherapists-death/
Wildlife expert seeks snake protection laws to curb Lassa fever
A wildlife expert urges the Nigerian government to enact snake protection laws to control rodent populations and reduce Lassa fever spread. Read More: https://punchng.com/wildlife-expert-seeks-snake-protection-laws-to-curb-lassa-fever/