Another 271 Nigerians affected by xenophobic protests in South Africa arrive in Lagos today, bringing the total evacuated to 593. The Federal Government fu Read More: https://punchng.com/safrica-protest-271-more-evacuated-nigerians-arrive-today/
Russian overnight drone attacks kill at least 13 in Ukraine
Russian missile and drone strikes tore open apartment buildings in Kyiv early on Thursday, killing at least 13 people and wounding dozens, hours after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Moscow was preparing a “massive attack”.…
Morning recap: APC, INEC face Senate list showdown, presidency hit by fake agency scandal, CBN revokes 46 bank licences, other top stories
Stay updated with Nigeria’s top morning news: APC-INEC clash, Presidency fake agency scandal, CBN revokes 46 bank licences, and more. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-apc-inec-face-senate-list-showdown-presidency-hit-by-fake-agency-scandal-cbn-revokes-46-bank-licences-other-top-stories/
Delta Assembly defends declaration of Udu seat vacant
Delta State House of Assembly defends declaring the Udu State Constituency seat vacant, citing constitutional provisions after a lawmaker’s defection. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-assembly-defends-declaration-of-udu-seat-vacant/
15 burnt to death, three killed in Niger communal clash
No fewer than 18 people have been killed in a communal clash linked to a lingering land dispute in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, with 15 of the victims reportedly burnt to death…
Accept NWC’s decision on candidates, Ondo APC elders urge members
Ondo APC elders condemn protests and urge members to accept the National Working Committee’s decision on the candidate list, emphasizing party supremacy. Read More: https://punchng.com/accept-nwcs-decision-on-candidates-ondo-apc-elders-urge-members/
Gunmen attack NIPSS again, one assailant killed
Security operatives at NIPSS Kuru, Plateau State, repelled another attack by gunmen, killing one assailant. Learn more about the NIPSS attack. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-attack-nipss-again-one-assailant-killed/
Soldiers bust illegal arms factory, recover five AK-47 rifles in Kebbi
Nigerian soldiers have dismantled an illegal arms factory in Kebbi, recovering five AK-47 rifles and arresting two suspects. This operation targets illicit Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-bust-illegal-arms-factory-recover-five-ak-47-rifles-in-kebbi/
West Ham’s Fernandes joins Spurs in record £85m deal
West Ham’s Portugal midfielder Mateus Fernandes has joined Spurs after the Hammers’ relegation from the Premier League, the clubs announced on Thursday. Fernandes, 21, arrived in London in 2025 and his move across the capital…
World Cup: Senegal midfielder Gueye quits national team, blames coaching crew
Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye announces he will not play for the national team as long as coach Pape Thiaw remains, following their World Cup exit. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-senegal-midfielder-gueye-quits-national-team-blames-coaching-crew/