Kaduna State disburses N9.7m to 97 freed inmates, offering N100,000 each to support their reintegration and prevent reoffending after clemency. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-gifts-n9-7m-to-97-freed-inmates/
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My son falsely accused of robbery at 17, still on death row at 45 — Widow
A Nigerian widow narrates her son’s 28-year ordeal on death row after being falsely accused of robbery at 17. Discover the family’s fight for justice. Read More: https://punchng.com/my-son-falsely-accused-of-robbery-at-17-still-on-death-row-at-45-widow/
Euro club ready €120m for Osimhen
A European club is reportedly preparing a €120m offer for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, but Galatasaray insists on a €150m valuation. Read More: https://punchng.com/euro-club-ready-e120m-for-osimhen/
Tanimu rules out NPFL return
Super Eagles defender Benjamin Tanimu rules out an immediate NPFL return, preferring to continue his career abroad despite recent setbacks. He seeks stabil Read More: https://punchng.com/tanimu-rules-out-npfl-return/
‘NDLEA arrests 29,262 suspects, seizes N1.5tn drugs’
The NDLEA has arrested 29,262 drug suspects, seized N1.5tn worth of drugs, and secured 5,225 convictions in 18 months. Learn more about NDLEA arrests. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-arrests-29262-suspects-seizes-n1-5tn-drugs/
Ogazi turns pro after landmark NCAA career
Nigerian sprint sensation Samuel Ogazi turns professional after an extraordinary NCAA career, becoming the fourth-fastest 400m runner ever. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogazi-turns-pro-after-landmark-ncaa-career/
Insecurity: Army targets 28,000 fresh recruits
The Nigerian Army plans to recruit 28,000 new soldiers to boost manpower and combat insecurity nationwide. Learn more about this massive Nigerian Army recr Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-army-targets-28000-fresh-recruits/
Rivers speaker faults Fubara over late spending plan presentation
Rivers State Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, criticizes Governor Fubara for late submission of the 2026-2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF). Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-speaker-faults-fubara-over-late-spending-plan-presentation/
Venezuela earthquakes leave 920 dead, 50,000 missing
Two powerful Venezuela earthquakes have left 920 dead and 50,000 missing. Rescue efforts are underway as the death toll is expected to rise. Read More: https://punchng.com/venezuela-earthquakes-leave-920-dead-50000-missing/
Group unveils Africa civic leadership fellowship
The Church on the Street NG launches the Civic Africa Fellowship to empower young Africans with leadership skills and drive positive change across the cont Read More: https://punchng.com/group-unveils-africa-civic-leadership-fellowship/