By Esther Onyegbula The Federal Government has been urged to declare a state of emergency in Nigeria’s health sector amid the mass exodus of medical professionals from the country. Convener and host of The Convergence 2026, Mr. Fakuyi Adewale Banjo, made the call during the annual Independence Da...
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A former CAN President, Rev Samson Ayokunle, has urged President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action to address the hunger and insecurity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-can-president-asks-tinubu-to-tackle-hunger-insecurity/...
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By Esther Onyegbula For Eze Pauline Ijeoma, stepping onto Nigerian soil was more than a homecoming. It was a return to a place where she hoped she could finally live and work without fear. After years in South Africa, where she said xenophobic attacks, police detentions and diffi...
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A former videographer for Papa Ajasco, Emmanuel Tomori, recounts how a drunken policeman’s bullet shattered his hand and career in Lagos in 2011. Read More: https://punchng.com/drunken-policemans-bullet-ended-my-promising-career-ex-papa-ajasco-videographer/...
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Fela FC have been crowned champions of the 2026 MTN Independence Cup after thrashing Future Heroes 5-1 in the final at Fela Field, Ipaja, Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/fela-fc-dominate-to-win-independence-cup/...
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Gymnastics Federation of Nigeria VP, Omowunmi Olalere, discusses her fight for a fair election, women in sports leadership, and developing the sport. Read More: https://punchng.com/gymnastics-is-a-sport-worth-fighting-for-gymnastics-vp-olalere/...
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Before investing your money in Nigeria, ask these five critical questions to avoid risky schemes and protect your savings. Learn how to verify investments. Read More: https://punchng.com/5-questions-to-ask-before-investing-your-money/...
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FrieslandCampina WAMCO’s Marketing Director, Maureen Ifada, has received the Leadership Award in Marketing at the 2026 EDGE Awards held in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/frieslandcampina-director-honoured-for-marketing-leadership/...
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The NMDPRA has announced plans to open a digital licensing round for gas distribution areas across Nigeria before the end of 2026 to boost infrastructure. Read More: https://punchng.com/nmdpra-plans-gas-distribution-licensing-round/...
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An insider at MTN Nigeria, Osebi Ufot, has sold 8,000 shares valued at N6.8m on the Nigerian Exchange, according to a corporate disclosure. Read More: https://punchng.com/mtn-nigeria-insider-sells-stake-through-ngx/...
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The Presidency has called for the expansion of electric vehicle initiatives across Nigeria, urging private sector investment to modernise transportation. Read More: https://punchng.com/presidency-urges-nationwide-expansion-of-electric-vehicle-initiatives/...
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Lagos Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has backed the N2bn endowment fund by the Knights of St. Mulumba to support vulnerable Nigerians. Read More: https://punchng.com/hamzat-backs-churchs-n2bn-endowment-fund/...
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A fire has destroyed 21 shops and a vehicle at the Kugbo Furniture Market in Abuja. Emergency responders confirmed no lives were lost in the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-destroys-21-shops-at-abuja-furniture-market/...
