Prominent Christian leaders like Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor and Bishop Mike Okonkwo will attend GOFAMINT’s 70th anniversary and 60th convention in Ogun State. Read More: https://punchng.com/oritsejafor-okonkwo-to-attend-gofamint-anniversary/
Month: August 2026
Power temporary, politics should unite Nigeria — Jang, LP
Former Plateau State Governor Jonah Jang celebrates his 80th birthday, urging politicians to prioritize unity and service over temporary power. The Labour Read More: https://punchng.com/power-temporary-politics-should-unite-nigeria-jang-lp/
Morocco migrant death toll hits 67
The death toll from migrant crossings into Spain’s Ceuta from Morocco has reached 67. Learn about the EU’s “selfish” response and border control measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/morocco-migrant-death-toll-hits-67/
WHO declares DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak worst on record
The WHO has declared the DR Congo Ebola outbreak the largest ever in the country, with over 3,600 cases and 1,500 deaths. Learn about the intensifying Bund Read More: https://punchng.com/who-declares-dr-congos-ebola-outbreak-worst-on-record/
British climber confirmed dead after Pakistan avalanche
Renowned British climber and former special forces soldier, Nirmal Purja, has been confirmed dead after an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan. Read More: https://punchng.com/british-climber-confirmed-dead-after-pakistan-avalanche/
Usyk opens up on Joshua friendship
Oleksandr Usyk discusses his deepening friendship with Anthony Joshua, revealing they train competitively and he’ll be in AJ’s corner for a potential Fury Read More: https://punchng.com/usyk-opens-up-on-joshua-friendship/
Peller, Jarvis gifted house, dollars in star-studded wedding
TikTok stars Peller and Jarvis received a luxury mansion, cash, and land as wedding gifts in their star-studded Lagos ceremony. Read about the #JP2026 even Read More: https://punchng.com/peller-jarvis-gifted-house-dollars-in-star-studded-wedding/
2027: INEC releases candidates’ list, Jonathan, Nwoko, Goje missing
INEC has released the final list of candidates for the 2027 general elections. High-profile politicians like Goodluck Jonathan, Ned Nwoko, and Danjuma Goje Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-inec-releases-candidates-list-jonathan-nwoko-goje-missing/
Ekuta ends 24-year Judo medal wait
Enku Ekuta makes history, ending Nigeria’s 24-year wait for a Judo medal at the Commonwealth Games. Discover her bronze medal win in Glasgow. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekuta-ends-24-year-judo-medal-wait/
Usoro leaps to long jump silver in Glasgow
Nigerian athlete Ruth Usoro secures long jump silver at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with a season’s best of 6.87m. Read more about her achievement. Read More: https://punchng.com/usoro-leaps-to-long-jump-silver-in-glasgow/