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A public commentator, Mahdi Shehu, has called on the World Bank to apologize to Nigerians over alleged delays in loan approvals and disbursements, warning that legal action may follow if this is not done. Shehu made the statement on Sunday in a post on X while reacting to reports that the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu had raised concerns about delays in accessing approved loans. According to him, Nigeria has consistently shown willingness to borrow, while the World Bank has also remained ready to lend, making the situation troubling. “Nigeria is a serial willing borrower and the World Bank a…
The spokesperson for the eight contending Kano Central Senatorial District aspirants, Usman Bala, has said that their decision to withdraw in favour of former Kano State Governor, Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau, was the result of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s intervention and the deep respect they have for him. Usman Bala noted that all eight aspirants unanimously agreed to the governor’s peace initiative, describing it as a wise and timely intervention that helped unite all contending interests towards a common goal. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, who successfully resolved the lingering dispute surrounding the Kano Central Senatorial ticket, said the development has paved…
The management of Confluence University of Science and Technology in Osara, Kogi State, has expelled four undergraduates and rusticated one student over offences ranging from alleged lesbianism and physical assault to cyber-related misconduct. The sanctions followed investigations conducted by the university’s Students’ Disciplinary Committee, whose recommendations were approved during the institution’s 30th Regular Senate Meeting held on April 29, 2026. According to separate letters signed by the Deputy Registrar, Academic Affairs, Mr Eli Usman Gbadafu, “two female students, Ezekiel Precious Omeneke, a 200-level Economics student, and Aku Joy Chinyere, a 200-level Accounting student, were expelled over alleged involvement in lesbianism.…
A fire incident on Saturday evening razed a one-storey building opposite Geneza Hotel along Onwe Road in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital. PUNCH Metro gathered on Sunday that the inferno, which started around 6:45 p.m., lasted for over an hour before it was eventually put out at about 7:50 p.m. The incident caused heavy traffic along the busy Onwe Road, while residents and passersby scampered for safety. Sources said the fire destroyed the entire building and valuables therein and nearly claimed the lives of 13-month-old twins whose mother had briefly stepped out to purchase some items at a nearby market.…
Just two months into the second tenure of Anambra State Governor, Professor Charles Soludo, it might seem too early to start discussions around the next governorship transition in our dear state. However, ahead of the 2027 general elections cycle, I do not consider it out of place to begin early to unknot some knotty issues in Anambra politics, which may also affect the next governorship contest, if not appropriately addressed. One of such issues is the decades-long religious dichotomy pervading political affairs in the state. This dichotomy, without a doubt, gave rise to the prevailing political domination by the Roman…
Ikeja Hotel Plc has announced an interim dividend of three kobo per share for the period ended 31 March 2026, marking a positive start to the financial year for its shareholders. The hospitality giant, which operates iconic properties including the Sheraton Lagos Hotel, confirmed that the payout is subject to appropriate withholding tax and official regulatory approval. According to the corporate action filed with the Nigerian Exchange, the dividend will be paid to shareholders whose names appear in the Register of Members as of the close of business on Friday, 8 May 2026. The announcement follows a period of robust…
World record holder Tobi Amusan will begin her 2026 Diamond League campaign in Shanghai just three days after competing at the African Senior Athletics Championships in Ghana, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The three-time Diamond League final winner is leading Nigeria’s contingent to the continental championships in Accra, where she is scheduled to compete in the women’s 100m hurdles on the opening day before a possible final appearance on Wednesday. Amusan heads into the African Championships as Nigeria’s biggest medal hopes, having already established herself as one of the most successful athletes in the competition’s history. The Nigerian sprint hurdler won…
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The war against corruption is no longer fought only in interrogation rooms and courtrooms. It is increasingly being fought through algorithms, data systems, mapping technologies, predictive analytics, and international digital cooperation. For decades, Nigeria’s anti-corruption war was largely perceived as a slow, paper-driven struggle — one fought through petitions, physical files, prolonged investigations, and courtroom delays. While anti-graft agencies possessed legal mandates, many citizens doubted whether they truly had the technological capacity to outsmart increasingly sophisticated corruption networks. Today, however, a different narrative appears to be emerging. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) is gradually signaling…
The Lagos State Government has dismissed allegations circulating in a viral social media video claiming that a 14-year-old boy identified as Michael Adekunle was unlawfully arrested and detained without trial at the Kirikiri custodial facility. In a statement issued by the Office of the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, the government described the claims as “deliberate misinformation” intended to mislead the public and generate sympathy for the accused person. The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, clarified that the individual at the centre of the controversy is actually Michael Adebiyi, who was 18 years old at the time of…
