EPL Title Race: Alexis Mac Allister Identifies Two Strong Contenders, Dismisses Liverpool’s Chances

Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has openly admitted that his club is unlikely to lift the English Premier League trophy this season, despite a promising start to the campaign. The Argentine international, who plays a vital role in Liverpool’s midfield setup, made it clear that the defending champions are no longer realistic contenders for the […]

Makinde Gives Official Approval to Prince Ashiru Oyebisi Olalere as New Onilua of Ilua

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has formally granted approval for the appointment of Prince Ashiru Oyebisi Olalere as the new Onilua of Ilua, a highly revered traditional position located in Kajola Local Government Area of Oyo State. This development officially brings the long-awaited succession process for the historic Ilua royal stool to a close, […]

Ondo Police Arrest Mother and Son Over Alleged Money Ritual Plot

The Ondo State Police Command has apprehended a middle-aged woman and her adult son following allegations that they planned to use a minor for a suspected money ritual in the Ile-Oluji community of Ondo State. The suspects, identified as a 53-year-old woman named Maria and her 28-year-old son, Adewale, were taken into custody after security […]

New Dimension of Alaafin–Ooni Rivalry: Okanlomo of Yorubaland (Seyi Tinubu) Versus Okanlomo Oodua

The long-standing rivalry surrounding cultural authority and traditional influence between the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has taken on a fresh dimension following the recent conferment of a prestigious title on Seyi Tinubu, son of Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Alaafin of Oyo formally installed […]

Kamala Harris Criticises Trump’s Venezuela Military Intervention

Former United States Vice President Kamala Harris has openly criticised the Trump administration following its reported military operation in Venezuela, describing the intervention and capture of President Nicolás Maduro as a dangerous and irresponsible escalation of U.S. foreign policy. In a public statement shared on X early Sunday, Harris warned that the overnight strikes and […]

US Visa Restrictions Trigger Reciprocal Bans by Four African Countries

Several African nations have taken firm reciprocal actions against the United States following visa and travel restrictions imposed by the administration of President Donald Trump. Mali and Burkina Faso are the most recent countries to restrict the entry of American citizens, citing the principle of reciprocity after visa limitations were placed on their nationals. The […]

Ex-Major Drags Nigerian Army to Court Over Alleged Forced Continuation of Service After Resignation

A retired Nigerian Army officer, Major Toye Akinlade (rtd), has instituted a legal action against the Nigerian Army alongside two senior-ranking officers, accusing them of official misconduct, abuse of authority, unlawful redeployment, and compelling him to remain in active duty even after he formally tendered his resignation. The matter, filed before the National Industrial Court […]

Survivor Launches Mental Health Awareness Website in Africa

A mental health survivor, Tony Ademiluyi, has officially launched a new website focused on addressing and reducing the stigma associated with mental illness across Africa. According to a statement made available to Sunday PUNCH, Ademiluyi disclosed that the platform, known as “Africa Mental Health,” was launched in December 2025. The initiative was created in response […]

Adeboye Responds to AFCON Prophecy Linked to Ademola Lookman

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has weighed in on the growing conversation surrounding prophetic declarations and their influence, following a controversial prediction connected to Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign. During a recent church programme held at the RCCG Redemption City, Pastor Adeboye addressed the […]

Lagos Government Constitutes Committee to Demolish Fire-Damaged GNI Building on Lagos Island

The Lagos State Government has officially set up a Technical Recovery and Demolition Committee to oversee the controlled demolition of the Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) Building, which was severely damaged by fire on Lagos Island. The move comes as emergency operations continue to stabilize the precarious structure, ensuring public safety and mitigating further risks. This […]

Kano State Government Denies Any Role in Alleged Nasarawa Palace Event

The Kano State government has officially clarified that it has no involvement in any planned activities reportedly linked to the Nasarawa Palace Emir, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero. The statement was released by Malam Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Director-General of Media and Publicity to the Kano State Governor, via his verified Facebook page. This clarification […]

Rivers: Ijaw Congress Switches Loyalty from Fubara to Wike, Declares Full Support

In a major political development in Rivers State, the Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress has formally shifted its allegiance from the current Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. This decisive move signals a significant realignment of political loyalty within the Ijaw community in the state. The announcement was […]