In recent days, a growing number of Lagos residents have voiced their apprehension regarding the surge in criminal activities orchestrated by miscreants across various parts of the city. PUNCH Metro’s latest report highlights the distressing predicament faced by individuals commuting through key routes such as Ikeja Under Bridge, Berger, Agege Pen Cinema, and others, where […]
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has shed light on a concerning revelation. In a recent survey, Nigeria emerges as the country grappling with the second-highest malnutrition rate globally. This revelation was brought forth by Anne Patterson, the Director of the USAID Mission, during her address at the Trade Fair for Ready-to-Use Therapeutic […]
In a noteworthy development, the Office of the Presidency officially revealed the composition of President Bola Tinubu’s ministerial team on Wednesday. This discerning selection of individuals aims to spearhead a comprehensive agenda that spans various sectors of the nation’s governance. The roster, as disclosed, is as follows: The unveiling of this diverse and experienced ministerial […]
A solemn atmosphere descended upon Bukavo Barracks along Katsina Road in Kano as an act of goodwill took a distressing turn, resulting in the loss of one life and leaving several others injured. The well-intentioned initiative, led by noted philanthropist Haruna Maje, turned chaotic as a crowded gathering of underprivileged individuals vied for a share […]
Abia State Police Command Detains Woman Accused of Abducting Friend’s Baby BoyIn a disheartening incident that has sent shockwaves throughout the community, a 28-year-old woman identified as Adaeze Lawrence is now under the custody of the Abia State Police Command. The woman stands accused of the egregious act of stealing a one-month-and-two-days-old baby boy from […]
Iberekodo-Mawuko Road Residents Appeal for Government Intervention Amid Security and Economic ConcernsResidents, traders, and daily commuters traversing the Iberekodo-Mawuko Road in the Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State have united in a fervent call for state government intervention to address the deteriorating state of their thoroughfare. Voicing their concerns during separate interactions with […]
Amidst the backdrop of the political turmoil in Niger Republic, the Nigerian government found itself preoccupied as the naira took a sharp nosedive in the foreign exchange markets last week. The currency plummeted to an unprecedented high of N955 to US$1 on Thursday, sending shockwaves through the business community and triggering concerns among Nigerians. With […]
Flames of Chaos: Monarch’s Palace Reduced to Ashes in Imo state, Sending Villagers Fleeing in Panic.
In a distressing incident that has stirred apprehension within the Ndia Iche Arondizuogu community of Imo State, the residence of Eze Kanu Ikenolu, the esteemed traditional ruler, has been subjected to a devastating attack. Unidentified gunmen orchestrated the assault, igniting panic amongst the local populace, with villagers and even the monarch’s own kin hastily seeking […]
In a significant legal development, the Lagos State Police Command brought a 27-year-old man, identified as Wasiu Akingbola, before the Ikeja Magistrates’ Court situated in Ogba on Thursday. The charges levied against him include allegations of assaulting a law enforcement officer and orchestrating the destruction of a police station.Akingbola faces a comprehensive four-count indictment encompassing […]
President Bola Tinubu’s administration is anticipated to allocate approximately N187.32 billion towards the resolution of debts owed to domestic contractors this year, as revealed by a recent investigation conducted by The PUNCH.These outstanding debts have been documented as promissory notes within a comprehensive record titled “Schedule of Promissory Notes Issued by Category as at September […]