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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday challenged professional bodies in Nigeria to focus less on public criticism and more on attracting tangible development to their institutions and members. Wike spoke in Abuja while hosting delegates of the Body of Benchers led by its Chairman, Albert Akpomudje, during a courtesy visit at his official residence in Life Camp. The minister said leaders of professional associations should be remembered for projects and reforms they attracted while in office, rather than for frequent appearances on television criticising government. “What is leadership all about? At the end of your tenure, what…
A former chairman of Kano Municipal Council, Faizu Alfindiki, has said that former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, does not possess the political strength to determine presidential election outcomes in Kano State. Alfindiki spoke on Tuesday in Kano while addressing APC social media influencers, where he dismissed claims that Kwankwaso could deliver a large number of votes in the 2027 elections. According to him, political discussions surrounding a possible alliance between Kwankwaso and Peter Obi should not create fear within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). “Kwankwaso cannot deliver Kano votes the way it is often claimed. The voting…
The Nasarawa State Police Command has announced the arrest of two suspected kidnappers allegedly connected to the abduction of students from the Faculty of Engineering, Nasarawa State University, Gudi Campus, while confirming the safe release of the victims. According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, the breakthrough followed “sustained intelligence-led operations and coordinated tactical efforts” by operatives of the Command. The police identified the suspects as Abdullahi Yeyi Haro, described as the alleged leader of the kidnapping syndicate, and Basiru Abdullahi, both natives of Gudi community in Nasarawa State. The statement…
Shooting Stars forward, Lucky Emmanuel, has shifted focus to the team’s final game of the season against against Niger Tornadoes. The Oluyole Warriors defeated Barau FC 1-0 in Ibadan to move closer to securing a continental ticket. Shooting Stars will square up with Niger Tornadoes at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna this weekend. Emmanuel believed that the encounter will be crucial towards their continental target. “I appreciate my teammates for keeping the continental dreams alive after our victory over Barau FC,”Emmanuel told 3SCfanstv. “Hopefully, we can get the three points against Niger Tornadoes just to achieve the continental dreams.” Shooting Stars…
The president of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting with President Bola Tinubu during the ongoing Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya. During the meeting, the leaders discussed ways to strengthen collaboration between governments, the football ecosystem, and the private sector to drive development initiatives in Nigeria and across the African continent. CAF shared pictures of the engagement in a post on its X handle. It wrote, “CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe and the Nigerian Head of State, His Excellency Bola Tinubu, met today on the sidelines of the Africa Forward Summit in…
No fewer than 24 shops were destroyed in a devastating fire outbreak that swept through parts of the popular Mandate Ultra-Modern Market in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, in the early hours of Tuesday. PUNCH Online gathered that the incident, which affected sections of the ultra-modern market housing over 200 shops, threw traders into panic as flames engulfed stores containing phone accessories, foodstuffs and other valuable goods. According to a statement issued by the spokesperson for the Kwara State Fire Service, Hassan Adekunle, firefighters received a distress call at about 4:44 a.m. and immediately mobilised to the scene to contain…
Real Betis are preparing a €15m offer for Nigerian forward Christantus Uche as they step up efforts to strengthen their attack ahead of the new season, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Betis consider the proposed fee significant within their financial structure but also attractive enough for Getafe, who are now reassessing their squad planning following developments around the player’s loan spell. The report states that Getafe remain aware of Uche’s strong market value despite an inconsistent period in England, with his profile still highly regarded due to his age, physical attributes and experience in a major…
Following a limited test run in parts of Seattle and Philadelphia that started last December, Amazon Now is officially available to millions of Amazon shoppers across the United States. In addition to Seattle and Philadelphia, the 30-minute delivery service is now also widely available in Atlanta and Dallas-Fort Worth, but will soon be expanding to more cities including Austin, Houston, Minneapolis, Orlando, Phoenix, Denver, and Oklahoma City.There are currently thousands of items eligible for 30-minute deliveries including fresh milk and produce, over-the-counter medicines, household essentials like laundry detergent, and even small electronics such as AirPods or HDMI cables. In cities…
Istanbul, Türkiye, April 12, 2026 – Istanbul Blockchain Week, organized by Web3 marketing agency EAK Digital is set to return for its fifth edition on June 2nd-3rd, 2026, at the Hilton Bomonti Hotel. Following last year’s success, this year’s event is gearing up to host prominent leaders and organizations in the industry, with more opportunities to learn at the heart of Eurasia’s key crypto hub.According to a recent report by Chainalysis, Türkiye leads the Middle East and North Africa’s largest cryptocurrency market, recording nearly $200 billion in annual on-chain transactions, almost four times that of the UAE. Challenging economic circumstances…
American Idol season 24 winner Hannah Harper is expressing her gratitude after singing her way to victory. “What a wild, beautiful journey this has been. And somehow we’re just getting started,” Harper, 25, wrote via Instagram on Monday, May 11, alongside a photo of her posing with the envelope announcing the season 24 winner on the Idol set. Harper continued, “Thank you to every single person who believed in me, prayed over me, voted, and helped carry this dream farther than I ever could’ve imagined. Y’all changed my life.” “I’m beyond thankful for the doors the Lord has opened and…
