Nigeria exported 182.2 million barrels of crude oil worth N24.02tn in H1 2026, driven by high international oil prices. Learn more about crude oil exports. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-earns-n24tn-from-crude-exports-in-six-months/
Month: August 2026
2027: Wike-backed PDP celebrates as INEC publishes Onor as presidential candidate
The Wike-backed PDP faction celebrates as INEC publishes Senator Sandy Onor as its presidential candidate for the 2027 election, ending speculation. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-wike-backed-pdp-celebrates-as-inec-publishes-onor-as-presidential-candidate/
I started coughing blood, Doku opens up on World cup health scare
Manchester City star Jeremy Doku reveals he coughed blood and battled severe chest pain during the 2026 World Cup, calling it one of his toughest career mo Read More: https://punchng.com/i-started-coughing-blood-doku-opens-up-on-world-cup-health-scare/
Edo dep gov urges youths to shun vices, embrace right values
Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, calls on Edo youths to reject social vices like cultism and drug abuse, urging them to embrace education and pos Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-dep-gov-urges-youths-to-shun-vices-embrace-right-values/
World Book of Records honours Pastor Kumuyi for global impact
Pastor William Kumuyi of Deeper Christian Life Ministry has been recognised by the World Book of Records, London, for his global impact. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-book-of-records-honours-pastor-kumuyi-for-global-impact/
Osun poll: Deal with troublemakers, ex-lawmaker tells police
A former Osun lawmaker calls on police to remain neutral and deal decisively with troublemakers during the forthcoming Osun election to ensure a violence-f Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-deal-with-troublemakers-ex-lawmaker-tells-police/
Northern Christian group backs Catholic bishops, rebukes Bwala
The Northern Christian Association supports Catholic bishops’ meeting with Tinubu, rebuking Daniel Bwala for attempting to divide the Christian community. Read More: https://punchng.com/northern-christian-group-backs-catholic-bishops-rebukes-bwala/
WAFCON: Two Super Falcons players suspended for Egypt clash
Two Super Falcons players, Demehin and Echegini, are suspended for the crucial WAFCON match against Egypt, impacting Nigeria’s quarter-final hopes. Read More: https://punchng.com/wafcon-two-super-falcons-players-suspended-for-egypt-clash/
Ogun PDP dep gov candidate urges Muslim women to unite against social vices
Ogun PDP deputy governorship candidate, Lateefah Sowunmi-Kolapo, calls on Muslim women to unite against social vices, strengthen families, and promote comm Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-pdp-dep-gov-candidate-urges-muslim-women-to-unite-against-social-vices/
The five big beasts are gone: who will be the Premier League’s next alpha manager? | Jonathan Wilson
Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta is perhaps best placed to fill the void but the coaching contenders are legion as another season loomsThis used to be a land of giants. This used to be a land where…