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The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN), in collaboration with the United States of America, has conducted precision strike operations against identified foreign ISIS-linked elements operating in parts of the North-west. The Director of Defence Information, Samaila Uba, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Mr Uba, a major general, said the operation was executed with the approval of appropriate authorities and formed part of sustained efforts to rid the country of terrorists and other criminal elements threatening national security. “The Armed Forces of Nigeria, in conjunction with the United States of America, has successfully conducted precision strike operations…

The second round of group-stage matches at the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is set to push the tournament beyond early promise and into true competitive intensity, as pedigree, pressure and psychology begin to outweigh opening-day momentum. After a first round that delivered 29 goals across 12 matches, alongside six clean sheets, AFCON has already shown its familiar balance between attacking ambition and defensive discipline. Now, with margins tightening and qualification equations beginning to form, the next set of fixtures could separate genuine contenders from early pretenders. From historic rivalries to heavyweight clashes involving Africa’s most decorated nations, the…

United States Congressman, Riley Moore, has stated that President Donald Trump is determined to put an end to the killing of Christians in Nigeria, warning that further action may follow if the violence persists. Moore made the statement on Friday via his official X handle. According to the lawmaker, the strike represents the first step in addressing what he described as the ongoing slaughter of Christians and the broader security crisis affecting Nigerians across religious and ethnic lines. “President Trump has been clear that the killing of Christians in Nigeria must end,” he said. He that the administration’s resolve on…

Legendary Nigerian singer, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has shared his opinion on the issue of mediocrity in the music industry that has led to some artists being tagged as “wack.” Speaking in a video broadcast, the African Queen crooner claiming that there is no such thing as “wack artists,” arguing that every music is tailored made and acceptance is narrowed down to promotion and other commercial strategies/reasons. He said, “Every music is tailored made to evoke an emotion, to create a spirit. There is nothing like a wack artiste. That is why many of the so-called wack artists…

US Congressman, Riley Moore, has hailed recent airstrikes in North West Nigeria as a decisive move to protect Christian communities and tackle the ongoing security crisis in the country. Speaking on Friday via his X handle, Moore said the strikes, conducted in coordination with the Nigerian government, marked “just the first step to ending the slaughter of Christians and the security crisis affecting all Nigerians.” “President Trump has been clear that the killing of Christians in Nigeria must end. “As I stated at the outset: Do not test President Trump‘s resolve in this matter,” the congressman added. The comments came…

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested eight suspects over an alleged breach of public peace, unlawful assembly, obstruction of traffic and assault on police officers following a disturbance linked to the Democratic Republic of the Yoruba group in parts of Sango-Ota. Caption:Police officers on duty during the Sango-Ota operation following the disturbance allegedly caused by Yoruba agitators. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, with the arrests confirmed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, in a statement made available to journalists on Friday. According to Babaseyi, the disturbance took place at Temidire Junction and the Under-Bridge area…

Lagos played host to the fourth edition of the Eko Drive Exhibition (Eko Drive IV), as automobile enthusiasts and lifestyle lovers gathered at the Alliance Française de Lagos, Ikoyi, for another celebration of automotive culture. In a statement to The PUNCH, the Founder and Project Manager of Eko Drive, Ademide Osunsina, said the strength of the exhibition lies in the community it continues to build. Osunsina said the event brought together a diverse mix of car lovers, premium vehicle owners, bikers, creatives and members of the lifestyle community, reinforcing Eko Drive’s growing reputation as a key platform for automobile culture…

Man United Coach, Ruben Amorim, has made it clear he is unwilling to sanction any player departures during the January transfer window unless suitable replacements are brought in, insisting his squad is already stretched too thin. As reported by BBC Sports on Friday, the Manchester United head coach is facing growing uncertainty around the futures of Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee, both of whom are keen for more regular playing time in the second half of the season. Mainoo is still hoping to secure a loan move once he regains full fitness, while Zirkzee has been linked with a potential…

Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Teddy Swims and Raiche Wright Singer-songwriter Teddy Swims and his wife Raiche Wright announced via a joint Instagram post in June 2025 that they’d welcomed a son. The couple cuddled with their newborn in an adorable photo and wrote in the caption, “6.23.25 We love you lil man.” Wright later reshared some black-and-white photos of her son via her Instagram Stories to celebrate this very special moment. “He’s perfect and my heart is exploding,” she wrote. After the pair announced they were expecting their first baby in January, Swims revealed the hilarious…

Nigeria’s wheelchair basketball community has commended veteran player Musibau Shittu for organising a one-day mini tournament in Lagos, an initiative aimed at keeping players active and connected amid limited competitive opportunities. The tournament, held at the basketball court of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), brought together four teams in what organisers described as a friendly but competitive outing. The All Stars Team emerged winners after a closely contested final, edging Folmus Adaptive sports club 36–31. Celebration after victory The final match drew attention for its intensity, with both teams taking turns to lead before the All Stars pulled away…