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The late Rotimi Akeredolu, former governor of Ondo state, in Amotekun regalia. Criminality should never be reduced to partisan talking points. The state has a responsibility to confront all forms of criminality without resorting to ethnic colouration or collective labelling. The dangerous tendency to ethnicise insecurity obscures the real problem, weakens public trust, and distracts attention from the urgent task of protecting citizens. At moments like this, one cannot help but remember the leadership of the late Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu. The primary responsibility of any government is the protection of lives and property. Everything else is secondary. Economic development, infrastructure,…
The Executive Officer of Nigerian Navy Ship Delta, Captain Daniel Beecroft, has attributed the recent remarkable achievements recorded by the Naval Base to the visionary leadership and commitment of its Commander, Commodore Shehu Mohammed Tasiu. Beecroft made the remarks during the Officers’ Ceremonial Dinner held as part of activities marking the 70th anniversary of the Nigerian Navy in Warri, Delta State.He described Commodore Tasiu as a transformational leader whose dedication to personnel welfare, infrastructural development and community engagement has revitalised the Base and strengthened its operational effectiveness. “Tonight, I reserve a very special appreciation for our visionary leader, the Commander,…
Deputy National Chairman, (South) of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Barr Ben Nwoye, on Saturday, expressed delight over the endorsement of President Bola Tinubu and Peter Mbah for second terms in office by political leaders and stakeholders from Enugu East Senatorial District. Nwoye described the move as a demonstration of political maturity and commitment to continuity. He spoke at the Okpara Square, Enugu, during a gathering where stakeholders from Enugu East Senatorial District publicly declared their support for the re-election of President Tinubu and Governor Mbah. Addressing the crowd, the APC chieftain praised the leaders of the district for what…
The Gboko Local Government Health Authority in Benue State has evacuated 20,000 crates of expired Coca-Cola products from Gboko Main Market following a routine inspection that reportedly uncovered beverages that had expired since 2024. The operation was conducted under the supervision of the Director of the Gboko Local Government Health Authority, Mrs Wede Victoria, alongside environmental health officers and market security personnel. According to health officials, the expired products were still openly displayed for sale within the market despite having exceeded their recommended consumption dates. Mrs Victoria stated that the action became necessary to protect consumers from potential health risks…
Former Manchester United forward, Giuseppe Rossi, has urged his old club to sign Poland captain Robert Lewandowski. Rossi believes the 37-year-old will be an incredible asset for Man United, especially for the younger players. Manchester United should target Robert Lewandowski this summer to “benefit” Benjamin Sesko. Lewandowski’s contract with Barcelona will expire at the end of the month, and the veteran attacker will leave the LaLiga champions. Speaking about Lewandowski, Rossi said, as quoted by The Standard, “Robert Lewandowski to Man Utd? Yeah, why not? “Of course, Lewandowski would be an incredible asset for the young players, providing his experience and…
The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced that the first batch of pilgrims from the state who participated in the 2026 Hajj exercise in Saudi Arabia will arrive at the Babatunde Idiagbon International Airport, Ilorin, on Sunday. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the Press Secretary of the board, Mrs. Jumoke Jimoh, a copy of which was made available to The PUNCH in Ilorin. Speaking on preparations for the return of the pilgrims from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Executive Secretary of the board, Alhaji Abdulsalam Abdulkadir, said arrangements had been concluded…
A former House of Representatives aspirant on the platform of the Africa Democratic Congress, Alhaji Bashar Geda, has defected to the All Progressives Congress alongside party executives and thousands of his supporters in Kebbi State. The defection took place on Saturday at Nasarawa I Ward, where APC leaders formally received the new members into the ruling party. Speaking at the event, the APC State Chairman, represented by the party’s Vice Chairman for Kebbi Central, Alhaji Shehu Idris, described the move as a significant boost to the party and welcomed the defectors. He assured them of equal opportunities and full participation…
The Super Falcons opened their final preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a convincing 2-1 victory over Senegal in an international friendly at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne on Friday, with Asisat Oshoala and Toni Payne providing the goals for Justine Madugu’s side, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Nigeria dominated from the first whistle, controlling possession and pressing Senegal deep into their own half throughout the opening period. Oshoala and Funmilayo Ijamilusi both came close before the breakthrough arrived in the 32nd minute, when the referee spotted a handball inside the Senegal box and pointed…
Rivals shocked viewers by killing off a major character in a shocking book change. During the Friday, June 5, episode of the hit Hulu series, Rupert (Alex Hassell) told Tony (David Tennant) that his wife, Monica (Claire Rushbrook), had died. “We found her,” Rupert told Tony. “A tree fell and hit the car. Caitlin got out but … Monica’s dead.” The aftermath of that shocking twist will continue into the second half of the season. Based on Jilly Cooper’s novel of the same name, Rivals focuses on a feud between two men fighting for control of a television station in…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied reports that a suspected cybercrime suspect, Asar Sesugh, died in its custody, insisting that he was killed during an exchange of gunfire with operatives weeks after escaping from detention in Makurdi, Benue State. In a statement shared with PREMIUM TIMES on Saturday by its Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, the anti-graft agency said Mr Sesugh was among 26 suspected internet fraudsters arrested by operatives of its Makurdi Zonal Directorate on 28 April. The commission said the suspects were profiled and detained for further investigation after obtaining a remand order…
