{"count":100,"exported_at":"2026-10-27T03:25:47Z","filters":{"cat":"","country":"","lang":"","since":"","source":"punchng.com"},"items":[{"ai_summary":"Police in Bauchi State arrested a 23-year-old stepmother and a 19-year-old man. The arrests relate to the deaths of two children. These deaths occurred separately within the state.","category":"world","id":828499,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/stepmother-19-year-old-arrested-over-bauchi-childrens-deaths/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T03:36:11Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Police in Bauchi State have arrested a 23-year-old stepmother and a 19-year-old man in connection with the separate deaths of two children in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/stepmother-19-year-old-arrested-over-bauchi-childrens-deaths/","title":"Stepmother, 19-year-old arrested over Bauchi children’s deaths"},{"ai_summary":"Nigeria's Future Eagles played two matches at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival. They secured a 2-1 victory against Cyprus. The team later played to a 1-1 draw with Pakistan.","category":"world","id":828526,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/future-eagles-beat-cyprus-draw-with-pakistan/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:50:36Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Nigeria’s Future Eagles beat Cyprus 2-1 before settling for a 1-1 draw against Pakistan in their latest fixtures at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival. Read More: https://punchng.com/future-eagles-beat-cyprus-draw-with-pakistan/","title":"Future Eagles beat Cyprus, draw with Pakistan"},{"ai_summary":"Pharmaceutical industry leaders held a conference in Lagos. During the event, they urged sales and marketing professionals in Nigeria to put patient safety before profits.","category":"health","id":828537,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/prioritise-patient-safety-over-profit-pharmacists-tell-drug-marketers/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:49:34Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Pharmaceutical industry leaders have urged sales and marketing professionals in Nigeria to prioritise patient safety over profit at a conference in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/prioritise-patient-safety-over-profit-pharmacists-tell-drug-marketers/","title":"Prioritise patient safety over profit, pharmacists tell drug marketers"},{"ai_summary":"The Federal Government intends to provide scholarships to train 400 robotic specialists in Nigeria. This initiative will take place over a period of two years. The training will be conducted through the new RHV-RoboMed Robotic Academy.","category":"tech","id":827932,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/fg-offers-scholarships-as-rhv-plans-to-train-400-robotic-specialists/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:48:32Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Federal Government plans to offer scholarships to train 400 robotic specialists in Nigeria over two years through the new RHV-RoboMed Robotic Academy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-offers-scholarships-as-rhv-plans-to-train-400-robotic-specialists/","title":"FG offers scholarships as RHV plans to train 400 robotic specialists"},{"ai_summary":"Duchess International Hospital in Lagos is working to reduce medical tourism. The facility has completed 44 open-heart surgeries. Staff also performed more than 2,000 complex procedures. These medical achievements aim to keep patients within the country for care.","category":"health","id":828031,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/duchess-hospital-moves-to-curb-medical-tourism-after-44-open-heart-surgeries/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:47:19Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Duchess International Hospital, Lagos, says it is curbing medical tourism after performing 44 open-heart surgeries and over 2,000 complex procedures. Read More: https://punchng.com/duchess-hospital-moves-to-curb-medical-tourism-after-44-open-heart-surgeries/","title":"Duchess hospital moves to curb medical tourism after 44 open-heart surgeries"},{"ai_summary":"Psychiatrists in Nigeria have made a request to the Federal Government regarding funding. They want mental health research funding increased to 2.5% of the health budget. Currently, that funding stands at 0.1%.","category":"health","id":827979,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/psychiatrists-to-fg-raise-mental-health-research-funding-to-2-5/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:46:17Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Nigerian psychiatrists have urged the Federal Government to increase mental health research funding to 2.5% of the health budget from the current 0.1%. Read More: https://punchng.com/psychiatrists-to-fg-raise-mental-health-research-funding-to-2-5/","title":"Psychiatrists to FG: Raise mental health research funding to 2.5%"},{"ai_summary":"Stakeholders at an event in West Africa called for more support for women. They urged an end to the stigma and silence surrounding menopause. The group advocated for greater awareness regarding this stage of life.","category":"politics","id":828206,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/menopause-stakeholders-push-for-greater-awareness-support-for-women/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:45:15Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Stakeholders at a West African event have called for greater awareness and support for women, urging an end to the silence and stigma around menopause. Read More: https://punchng.com/menopause-stakeholders-push-for-greater-awareness-support-for-women/","title":"Menopause: Stakeholders push for greater awareness, support for women"},{"ai_summary":"Dr Misbahu Ahmad, president of the Nigerian Spine Society, warns about the rising risk of spinal disorders in Nigeria. He identifies prolonged sitting as a primary concern. The use of phones and smoking are also listed as factors that increase these risks.","category":"politics","id":828449,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/why-nigerians-should-avoid-prolonged-sitting-nss-president/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:44:13Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Nigerian Spine Society president, Dr Misbahu Ahmad, warns that prolonged sitting, phone use, and smoking are increasing spinal disorder risks in Nigeri Read More: https://punchng.com/why-nigerians-should-avoid-prolonged-sitting-nss-president/","title":"Why Nigerians should avoid prolonged sitting —NSS president"},{"ai_summary":"Health experts are calling on parents to seek early assessment for children with developmental delays. They believe early intervention can improve a child's learning. This approach is also intended to increase their overall quality of life.","category":"world","id":827988,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/experts-urge-early-intervention-for-children-with-developmental-delays/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:43:11Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Health experts urge parents to seek early assessment and intervention for children with developmental delays to improve their quality of life and learning. Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-urge-early-intervention-for-children-with-developmental-delays/","title":"Experts urge early intervention for children with developmental delays"},{"ai_summary":"Organised Labour will restart negotiations with the Federal Government. The discussions will focus on a new minimum wage, a reduction in fuel prices, and other welfare concerns. The parties have indicated a willingness to talk again.","category":"economy","id":828132,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/fg-labour-resume-talks-on-wage-fuel-price-crisis/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:42:09Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Organised Labour is set to resume talks with the Federal Government over demands for a new minimum wage, fuel price reduction, and other welfare issues. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-labour-resume-talks-on-wage-fuel-price-crisis/","title":"FG, Labour resume talks on wage, fuel price crisis"},{"ai_summary":"The Provost of the Federal College of Education, Yola, sought to upgrade the institution into a university. The Federal Government rejected this request.","category":"world","id":828474,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/fce-yola-provost-wants-college-upgrade/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:40:56Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Federal Government has rejected the request by the Provost of the Federal College of Education, Yola, to upgrade the institution to a university. Read More: https://punchng.com/fce-yola-provost-wants-college-upgrade/","title":"FCE Yola provost wants college upgrade"},{"ai_summary":"An NGO provided training to 100 women farmers in the Doma LGA of Nasarawa State. The program focused on climate education and sustainable farming practices. This effort aims to improve the livelihoods of the participating farmers.","category":"tech","id":828480,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/climate-change-ngo-trains-nasarawa-women-farmers-in-smart-agriculture/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:39:54Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"An NGO has trained 100 women farmers in Doma LGA, Nasarawa State, on climate education and sustainable farming practices to improve their livelihoods. Read More: https://punchng.com/climate-change-ngo-trains-nasarawa-women-farmers-in-smart-agriculture/","title":"Climate change: NGO trains Nasarawa women farmers in smart agriculture"},{"ai_summary":"A technology entrepreneur from Nigeria publicly urged tougher safeguards for digital assets. He argued that current regulatory frameworks do not sufficiently shield cryptocurrency users from scams. The call emphasized the need for clearer rules that can deter fraudsters operating in the sector. He highlighted specific risks associated with digital assets, though the article does not list them in detail. The statement was reported in a local news outlet.","category":"world","id":828554,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/experts-list-digital-asset-risks-caution-against-fraudsters/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:38:52Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"A Nigerian tech entrepreneur has called for stronger digital asset protection and clearer regulations to protect cryptocurrency users from fraudsters in Ni Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-list-digital-asset-risks-caution-against-fraudsters/","title":"Experts list digital asset risks, caution against fraudsters"},{"ai_summary":"Forex trader Damilare Ogundare is calling on youths in the North to adopt digital and financial literacy. He suggests that these skills can help them expand their economic opportunities. This approach is intended to help them create alternative sources of income.","category":"world","id":828556,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/stakeholders-urge-northern-youths-to-embrace-digital-literacy/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:35:14Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Forex trader Damilare Ogundare has urged Northern youths to embrace digital and financial literacy to expand their economic opportunities and create altern Read More: https://punchng.com/stakeholders-urge-northern-youths-to-embrace-digital-literacy/","title":"Stakeholders urge northern youths to embrace digital literacy"},{"ai_summary":"Three transmission towers collapsed in Keffi, Nasarawa State. This event caused a prolonged power outage for the local population. Both businesses and social activities have been crippled by the loss of electricity.","category":"","id":828484,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/collapsed-nasarawa-transmission-towers-cripple-businesses-social-life/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:33:11Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Residents and businesses in Keffi, Nasarawa State, face prolonged power outage after three transmission towers collapsed, crippling socioeconomic activitie Read More: https://punchng.com/collapsed-nasarawa-transmission-towers-cripple-businesses-social-life/","title":"Collapsed Nasarawa transmission towers cripple businesses, social life"},{"ai_summary":"A climate change expert has issued a warning about the El Niño phenomenon. The expert states this could increase heat stress and drought in Gombe State and across Nigeria. These conditions may also lead to higher levels of food insecurity.","category":"politics","id":828557,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/expert-warns-gombe-other-states-of-severe-heat-drought-risks/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:32:10Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"A climate change expert has warned that the anticipated El Niño phenomenon could worsen heat stress, drought, and food insecurity in Gombe State and Nigeri Read More: https://punchng.com/expert-warns-gombe-other-states-of-severe-heat-drought-risks/","title":"Expert warns Gombe, other states of severe heat, drought risks"},{"ai_summary":"Caritas Nigeria has launched a solar powered borehole in the Malkohi IDP camp. The facility is located in Adamawa State and has a capacity of 60,000 litres. The project aims to end acute water scarcity for the people in the community.","category":"world","id":828558,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/caritas-unveils-solar-powered-borehole-in-adamawa/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:28:03Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Caritas Nigeria has commissioned a 60,000-litre solar powered borehole in Malkohi IDP camp, Adamawa State, to end acute water scarcity for the community. Read More: https://punchng.com/caritas-unveils-solar-powered-borehole-in-adamawa/","title":"Caritas unveils solar powered borehole in Adamawa"},{"ai_summary":"The National Universities Commission has granted approval for 34 undergraduate programs at the Federal University of Science and Technology. The new institution is located in Epe, Lagos State.","category":"world","id":828225,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/new-lagos-varsity-gets-nuc-approval-for-34-courses/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:25:49Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The National Universities Commission has approved 34 undergraduate programmes for the new Federal University of Science and Technology, Epe, Lagos State. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-lagos-varsity-gets-nuc-approval-for-34-courses/","title":"New Lagos varsity gets NUC approval for 34 courses"},{"ai_summary":"Employers are expressing concern regarding the quality of graduates in Nigeria. They claim there is a significant gap between university curricula and the skills needed in the workplace.","category":"world","id":828228,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/employers-fault-university-curricula-over-graduates-skills-gap/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:23:47Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Employers of labour express worry over the quality of Nigerian graduates, citing a major skills gap between university curricula and workplace expectations Read More: https://punchng.com/employers-fault-university-curricula-over-graduates-skills-gap/","title":"Employers fault university curricula over graduates’ skills gap"},{"ai_summary":"A column explains the grammatical differences between the terms the youth and the youths. It details when to use the phrase as a collective noun. It also clarifies when the plural form is appropriate.","category":"world","id":827850,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/the-youth-deserve-the-best-or-the-youths-deserve-the-best/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:21:42Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Learn the grammatical difference between ‘the youth’ and ‘the youths’. This column explains when to use the collective noun and when to use the plural form Read More: https://punchng.com/the-youth-deserve-the-best-or-the-youths-deserve-the-best/","title":"‘The youth deserve the best’ or ‘The youths deserve the best’?"},{"ai_summary":"The Pistis Foundation conducted a five-day medical outreach in Lagos. During this event, 4,135 people received help. The foundation provided a total of 11,297 free medical interventions, which included surgeries.","category":"world","id":828234,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/medical-outreach-reaches-over-4000-lagos-residents/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T01:02:51Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Pistis Foundation has provided 11,297 free medical interventions, including surgeries, to 4,135 beneficiaries during a five-day outreach in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/medical-outreach-reaches-over-4000-lagos-residents/","title":"Medical outreach reaches over 4,000 Lagos residents"},{"ai_summary":"AIICO Insurance Plc reports that it provides a regular retirement income to more than twenty‑eight thousand annuitants. The company disburses roughly two point one billion naira in annuity benefits each month. These payments are intended to sustain retirees’ livelihoods.","category":"world","id":827551,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/aiico-sustains-retirement-income-for-28000-retirees/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:46:01Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"AIICO Insurance Plc says it provides regular retirement income to over 28,000 annuitants, paying approximately N2.1bn in annuity benefits every month. Read More: https://punchng.com/aiico-sustains-retirement-income-for-28000-retirees/","title":"AIICO sustains retirement income for 28,000 retirees"},{"ai_summary":"Investors are preparing to bid for Nigerian Treasury bills worth N800bn. This comes as the banking system sees liquidity levels nearing N7tn. Market analysts expect strong demand for the upcoming auction.","category":"world","id":828486,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/investors-eye-n800bn-t-bill-auction-amid-n7tn-liquidity/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:44:58Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Investors are set to bid for N800bn in Nigerian Treasury bills as banking system liquidity approaches N7tn, with strong demand expected for the auction. Read More: https://punchng.com/investors-eye-n800bn-t-bill-auction-amid-n7tn-liquidity/","title":"Investors eye N800bn T-bill auction amid N7tn liquidity"},{"ai_summary":"President Tinubu praised the Dangote Group for its investment activities. He stated that these investments help create jobs. He also linked the group's actions to a reduction in imports and an increase in the strength of the Nigerian economy.","category":"economy","id":827888,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/tinubu-links-dangote-investments-to-jobs-import-substitution/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:42:56Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"President Tinubu has commended the Dangote Group for its investments, citing their role in creating jobs, reducing imports and boosting Nigeria’s economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-links-dangote-investments-to-jobs-import-substitution/","title":"Tinubu links Dangote investments to jobs, import substitution"},{"ai_summary":"The Non-Indigenes Association in Akwa Ibom praised Governor Umo Eno for his efforts toward political inclusion. The association welcomed a proposed business grant worth 800 million naira for its members.","category":"economy","id":828238,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-non-indigenes-welcome-proposed-n800m-business-grant/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:41:53Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Non-Indigenes Association in Akwa Ibom has commended Gov. Umo Eno for promoting political inclusion and proposing an N800m business grant for its membe Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-non-indigenes-welcome-proposed-n800m-business-grant/","title":"Akwa Ibom non-indigenes welcome proposed N800m business grant"},{"ai_summary":"Standard Chartered served as the sole financial adviser to Shell. The firm managed the sale of Shell Nigeria Gas Limited. The subsidiary was sold to Vaaris Energy Limited.","category":"culture","id":827717,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/standard-chartered-seals-advisory-deal-for-shell-gas-sale/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:40:16Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Standard Chartered has acted as the sole financial adviser to Shell on the sale of its subsidiary, Shell Nigeria Gas Limited, to Vaaris Energy Limited. Read More: https://punchng.com/standard-chartered-seals-advisory-deal-for-shell-gas-sale/","title":"Standard Chartered seals advisory deal for Shell gas sale"},{"ai_summary":"Investors in the proposed Coin Finance Company Ltd have formally requested a refund of 100.35 million naira from the Central Bank of Nigeria. The demand follows the central bank’s decision to suspend the issuance of new licences for finance houses. The investors argue that the suspension prevented the company from launching its operations and caused a loss of the funds they had already contributed. They are seeking the full amount they claim was paid for the pending licence application. The central bank has not yet responded publicly to the refund claim. The situation highlights tensions between regulatory actions and the expectations of private capital in Nigeria’s fintech sector.","category":"world","id":827911,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/investors-demand-cbn-refund-of-n100-35m-after-licence-issuing-suspension-2/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:39:07Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Investors of the proposed Coin Finance Company Ltd are demanding a refund of N100.35m from the CBN after the suspension of new finance house licences. Read More: https://punchng.com/investors-demand-cbn-refund-of-n100-35m-after-licence-issuing-suspension-2/","title":"Investors demand CBN refund of N100.35m after licence issuing suspension"},{"ai_summary":"Domestic refineries in Nigeria received more than 127 million barrels of crude oil and condensate. This delivery occurred between January and September 2026. The information was disclosed by the NUPRC.","category":"world","id":827725,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/domestic-refineries-receive-127m-barrels-of-crude/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:38:03Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Nigerian domestic refineries received over 127 million barrels of crude oil and condensate between January and September 2026, the NUPRC has disclosed. Read More: https://punchng.com/domestic-refineries-receive-127m-barrels-of-crude/","title":"Domestic refineries receive 127m barrels of crude"},{"ai_summary":"Dr Labaran Magaji, the Nasarawa State SSG, stated that drug abuse drives criminality and social vices. He noted that nearly every family has been affected by this issue.","category":"tech","id":827739,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/drug-abuse-fuels-criminality-nasarawa-ssg/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:37:18Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Nasarawa State SSG, Dr Labaran Magaji, says drug abuse fuels criminality and social vices, noting that virtually every family is affected. Read More: https://punchng.com/drug-abuse-fuels-criminality-nasarawa-ssg/","title":"Drug abuse fuels criminality — Nasarawa SSG"},{"ai_summary":"Nigeria failed to meet its statutory revenue budget target for the first 10 months of 2026. The total shortfall amounted to N20.74 trillion. This deficit happened despite a sharp increase in the prices of crude oil.","category":"world","id":827748,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/nigeria-misses-10-month-revenue-target-by-n20-7tn/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:37:01Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Nigeria’s statutory revenue fell N20.74tn short of its budget target in the first 10 months of 2026, despite a sharp increase in crude oil prices. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-misses-10-month-revenue-target-by-n20-7tn/","title":"Nigeria misses 10-month revenue target by N20.7tn"},{"ai_summary":"PayPal, Nike, and Adobe are among 172 global companies that have seen a significant drop in market value. Combined, these firms lost 4.96 trillion dollars since 2021. The decline is attributed to slowing growth. Increased competition also played a role in these losses.","category":"economy","id":827753,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/paypal-nike-lead-4-96tn-market-losses-since-2021/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:36:59Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"PayPal, Nike, and Adobe are among 172 global firms that lost a combined $4.96tn in market value since 2021 due to slowing growth and competition. Read More: https://punchng.com/paypal-nike-lead-4-96tn-market-losses-since-2021/","title":"PayPal, Nike lead $4.96tn market losses since 2021"},{"ai_summary":"President Bola Tinubu has committed to rehabilitating dormant national refineries in Nigeria. He vowed that these facilities will not become stranded investments.","category":"world","id":827754,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/tinubu-vows-to-revive-dormant-nnpc-refineries/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:35:56Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to rehabilitating Nigeria’s dormant national refineries, vowing they will not become stranded investmen Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-vows-to-revive-dormant-nnpc-refineries/","title":"Tinubu vows to revive dormant NNPC refineries"},{"ai_summary":"The NMDPRA has established new requirements for obtaining petrol import licences. These licences will now be granted based on merit. The process will also depend on supply shortfalls that are determined transparently.","category":"world","id":827756,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/nmdpra-sets-new-conditions-for-petrol-import-licences/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:34:54Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The NMDPRA has set new conditions for petrol import licences, which will now be based on merit and transparently determined supply shortfalls. Read More: https://punchng.com/nmdpra-sets-new-conditions-for-petrol-import-licences/","title":"NMDPRA sets new conditions for petrol import licences"},{"ai_summary":"The NGO Wholesome Character is urging the creation of new policies to protect examination integrity in Nigeria. They believe these measures are needed to counter threats posed by AI. The organization also called for specialized training for teachers to address these issues.","category":"tech","id":827759,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/experts-call-for-teacher-training-policy-against-ai-threats/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:32:51Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"An NGO, Wholesome Character, has called for teacher training and policy formulation to address the rising threats of AI to examination integrity in Nigeria Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-call-for-teacher-training-policy-against-ai-threats/","title":"Experts call for teacher training, policy against AI threats"},{"ai_summary":"Nigeria’s National Pension Commission announced a new outreach campaign aimed at personal pension enrollment. The initiative targets ninety‑five million young people and artisans across the country. Officials describe the drive as a way to encourage early retirement planning among participants. The campaign will promote the benefits of individual pension accounts over informal savings. PenCom intends to use media and community channels to reach the intended audience. Success of the program is expected to expand the country’s private pension coverage.","category":"culture","id":827588,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/pencom-targets-95m-youths-artisans-with-personal-pensions/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:31:50Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The National Pension Commission has launched a new drive to bring 95 million Nigerian youths and artisans into personal pension plans for early retirement Read More: https://punchng.com/pencom-targets-95m-youths-artisans-with-personal-pensions/","title":"PenCom targets 95m youths, artisans with personal pensions"},{"ai_summary":"Oba Oladipo Olaitan stated that he holds the Afenifere leadership by succession, not by election. He rejected claims that the group is divided into factions. The Oba described his ascendancy as occurring through an ‘apostolic’ process. He asserted that this mode of selection confers legitimacy on his role.","category":"world","id":827602,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/im-afenifere-leader-by-succession-oba-olaitan/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:31:36Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Oba Oladipo Olaitan speaks on the Afenifere leadership succession, denying factions exist and claiming leadership through an ‘apostolic’ mode of ascension. Read More: https://punchng.com/im-afenifere-leader-by-succession-oba-olaitan/","title":"I’m Afenifere leader by succession – Oba Olaitan"},{"ai_summary":"Governor Agbu Kefas has declared Karim Lamido LGA an area of security concern. This designation will last for six months. The decision follows a deadly attack. More than 30 people were killed in the violence.","category":"world","id":827496,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/killings-kefas-declares-taraba-lg-area-of-security-concern/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:31:09Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has declared Karim Lamido LGA an area of security concern for six months after a deadly attack left over 30 dead. Read More: https://punchng.com/killings-kefas-declares-taraba-lg-area-of-security-concern/","title":"Killings: Kefas declares Taraba LG area of security concern"},{"ai_summary":"A report examines the rise of violent threats within Nigerian politics. It mentions an allegation involving a former senator who threatened to kill people attempting to rig elections.","category":"world","id":827924,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/bloodsuckers-and-poisonous-councillors-feeding-politics/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:30:34Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"A look at the growing trend of violent threats in Nigerian politics, highlighting a former senator’s alleged threat to kill potential election riggers. Read More: https://punchng.com/bloodsuckers-and-poisonous-councillors-feeding-politics/","title":"Bloodsuckers and poisonous councillors feeding politics"},{"ai_summary":"The article explains that the spelling ‘Ibo’ originated during the 19th century when missionaries first transcribed the language. Limited printing technology and the lack of standardized orthography forced them to use the vowel combination ‘o’ instead of ‘g’. Over time the form persisted in some texts and media. The piece notes that the original name is ‘Igbo’, reflecting the community’s preferred spelling. Historical inertia keeps the alternate spelling in occasional use.","category":"world","id":827620,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/how-igbo-became-ibo-and-why-it-persists/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:28:21Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Discover the historical reason behind the spelling ‘Ibo’ instead of ‘Igbo’, tracing its origins to 19th-century missionaries and printing limitations. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-igbo-became-ibo-and-why-it-persists/","title":"How Igbo became Ibo and why it persists"},{"ai_summary":"Police in Anambra State have taken a 32‑year‑old man into custody on suspicion of serial phone theft. The suspect, identified as Ifeanyi Obi, is accused of stealing Android phones from several hotels in Awka. Authorities say the arrests aim to curb the illegal trading of mobile devices.","category":"world","id":827630,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/32-year-old-serial-phone-thief-nabbed-in-anambra/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:27:19Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Anambra State Police have arrested a 32-year-old suspected serial phone thief, Ifeanyi Obi, who allegedly stole Android phones from hotels in Awka. Read More: https://punchng.com/32-year-old-serial-phone-thief-nabbed-in-anambra/","title":"32-year-old serial phone thief nabbed in Anambra"},{"ai_summary":"The African University of Science and Technology in Abuja has named Dr Dakuku Peterside to lead its African Leadership Legacy Project. He previously served as the Director General of NIMASA.","category":"world","id":827761,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/dakuku-to-lead-austs-african-leadership-legacy-programme/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:26:51Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The African University of Science and Technology, Abuja, has appointed ex-NIMASA DG, Dr Dakuku Peterside, to lead its African Leadership Legacy Project. Read More: https://punchng.com/dakuku-to-lead-austs-african-leadership-legacy-programme/","title":"Dakuku to lead AUST’s African leadership legacy programme"},{"ai_summary":"A family in Oyo State is pleading for assistance after their six‑month‑old baby was taken from the mother’s room through a window. They say kidnappers entered the home and abducted the infant. The parents have appealed publicly for help in locating their child. Local authorities have been notified of the incident.","category":"world","id":827638,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/kidnappers-abduct-oyo-six-month-old-baby-family-seeks-help/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:26:17Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The family of a six-month-old baby has appealed for help after he was allegedly abducted from his mother’s room through a window in Oyo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnappers-abduct-oyo-six-month-old-baby-family-seeks-help/","title":"Kidnappers abduct Oyo six-month-old baby, family seeks help"},{"ai_summary":"Members of the Operation Enduring Peace troops arrested a man believed to be a fake soldier in Jos North, Plateau State. The individual, named Salim Idris, faces accusations of snatching phones. Security officials said the detention was part of broader efforts to curb crime.","category":"world","id":827646,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/troops-arrest-suspected-fake-soldier-for-phone-snatching-in-plateau/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:25:15Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a suspected fake soldier, Salim Idris, in Jos North, Plateau State, for alleged phone snatching. Read More: https://punchng.com/troops-arrest-suspected-fake-soldier-for-phone-snatching-in-plateau/","title":"Troops arrest suspected fake soldier for phone snatching in Plateau"},{"ai_summary":"The EFCC arrested 14 Chinese nationals and one Nigerian citizen in Ogun State. The arrests took place at four illegal lithium processing plants. These facilities were located in the Ogere area.","category":"world","id":827763,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/efcc-arrests-14-chinese-nigerian-over-ogun-lithium-plants/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:22:10Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The EFCC has arrested 14 Chinese nationals and one Nigerian at four illegal lithium processing plants in the Ogere area of Ogun State. Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-arrests-14-chinese-nigerian-over-ogun-lithium-plants/","title":"EFCC arrests 14 Chinese, Nigerian over Ogun lithium plants"},{"ai_summary":"A witness testified in a Lagos court regarding a social media influencer known as Blessing CEO. The witness claimed the influencer lied about owning a specific property. According to the testimony, the individual paid N69.15m for the property he did not actually own.","category":"politics","id":827764,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/blessing-ceo-lied-about-owning-property-witness-tells-court/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:21:09Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"A witness has told a Lagos court that social media influencer Blessing CEO falsely claimed ownership of a property for which he paid N69.15m. Read More: https://punchng.com/blessing-ceo-lied-about-owning-property-witness-tells-court/","title":"Blessing CEO lied about owning property, witness tells court"},{"ai_summary":"Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu pledged his support for the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers. The institute is working to establish an endowment fund totaling N5bn.","category":"economy","id":827507,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/sanwo-olu-supports-stockbrokers-drive-for-n5bn-fund/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:09:09Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has pledged support for the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers’ drive to establish a N5bn endowment fund. Read More: https://punchng.com/sanwo-olu-supports-stockbrokers-drive-for-n5bn-fund/","title":"Sanwo-Olu supports stockbrokers’ drive for N5bn fund"},{"ai_summary":"A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered Nasir El-Rufai to begin his defense. The former governor of Kaduna had previously filed a no-case submission in a wiretapping trial involving Nuhu Rib, but the court dismissed the request.","category":"tech","id":827343,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/wiretapping-trial-court-orders-el-rufai-to-open-defence/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:08:25Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a no-case submission by former Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in his wiretapping trial involving NSA Nuhu Rib Read More: https://punchng.com/wiretapping-trial-court-orders-el-rufai-to-open-defence/","title":"Wiretapping trial: Court orders El-Rufai to open defence"},{"ai_summary":"The Nigerian equities market experienced a rally on Monday. The All-Share Index rose to 251,290.54 points. Total market capitalisation reached N163.16tn.","category":"world","id":827521,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/ngx-rallies-as-index-surges-to-251290-points/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:08:04Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Nigerian equities market rallied on Monday, with the All-Share Index surging to 251,290.54 points and market capitalisation hitting N163.16tn. Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-rallies-as-index-surges-to-251290-points/","title":"NGX rallies as index surges to 251,290 points"},{"ai_summary":"The Nigerian Senate has promised that a law to establish state police will be passed by the end of the year. This commitment follows the approval of the initiative by 24 states.","category":"politics","id":827363,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/senate-vows-state-police-law-by-year-end/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:08:00Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Nigerian Senate has assured that legislation to establish state police will be enacted before the end of the year, following its approval by 24 states. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-vows-state-police-law-by-year-end/","title":"Senate vows state police law by year-end"},{"ai_summary":"The first Ebola patient from Nigeria and her spouse have traveled to Switzerland for medical treatment. Health officials are still tracking 52 contacts who are remaining at home.","category":"health","id":827394,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/ebola-patient-arrives-switzerland-contact-tracing-continues/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:07:59Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Nigeria’s Ebola index patient and her spouse have safely arrived in Switzerland for treatment, as health authorities continue to monitor 52 contacts at hom Read More: https://punchng.com/ebola-patient-arrives-switzerland-contact-tracing-continues/","title":"Ebola: Patient arrives Switzerland, contact tracing continues"},{"ai_summary":"President Bola Tinubu has committed to increasing efforts to stop medical professionals from leaving Nigeria. This migration of doctors to other countries is commonly referred to as Japa.","category":"health","id":827412,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/japa-tinubu-moves-to-stem-doctors-exodus/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:07:22Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"President Bola Tinubu has pledged to intensify efforts to stem the migration of Nigerian medical professionals abroad, known as ‘Japa’. Read More: https://punchng.com/japa-tinubu-moves-to-stem-doctors-exodus/","title":"Japa: Tinubu moves to stem doctors’ exodus"},{"ai_summary":"Transcorp Group reported a profit before tax of N111.4bn for the period ending September 30, 2026. This financial result has strengthened the company's balance sheet. The organization achieved these figures despite facing various challenges.","category":"world","id":827653,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/transcorp-group-delivers-n111-4bn-pbt-strengthens-balance-sheet/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:07:03Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Transcorp Group has announced an N111.4bn profit before tax for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, strengthening its balance sheet despite challenge Read More: https://punchng.com/transcorp-group-delivers-n111-4bn-pbt-strengthens-balance-sheet/","title":"Transcorp Group delivers N111.4bn PBT, strengthens balance sheet"},{"ai_summary":"Traders in Lagos are calling on the state government to take action to prevent market fires. They want the government to stop making condolence visits and instead invest in prevention. The traders are asking for better electrical wiring in the markets. They also want improved firefighting facilities to be put in place. The goal is to stop these fires from occurring in the first place.","category":"economy","id":827658,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/traders-seek-lagos-intervention-to-prevent-market-fires/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:06:57Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Traders in Lagos urge the state government to move from condolence visits to investing in fire prevention, calling for better wiring and firefighting facil Read More: https://punchng.com/traders-seek-lagos-intervention-to-prevent-market-fires/","title":"Traders seek Lagos intervention to prevent market fires"},{"ai_summary":"The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, issued a warning to judges before the 2027 elections. She urged them to resist external pressure and avoid issuing conflicting orders. The Chief Justice specifically cautioned against the practice of forum shopping.","category":"politics","id":827527,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2027-cjn-warns-judges-against-pressure-conflicting-orders/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:06:52Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has warned judges to guard against forum shopping and conflicting orders ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-cjn-warns-judges-against-pressure-conflicting-orders/","title":"2027: CJN warns judges against pressure, conflicting orders"},{"ai_summary":"Ekiti Deputy Governor Monisade Afuye expressed gratitude to faith groups for supporting the re-election of Governor Biodun Oyebanji. She promised that this support would lead to more impactful service.","category":"politics","id":827434,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/deputy-gov-hails-faith-groups-support-for-oyebanjis-re-election/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:04:54Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Ekiti Deputy Governor Monisade Afuye has hailed faith groups for their support for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election, promising more impactful service Read More: https://punchng.com/deputy-gov-hails-faith-groups-support-for-oyebanjis-re-election/","title":"Deputy gov hails faith groups’ support for Oyebanji’s re-election"},{"ai_summary":"Dr Kelechi Anosike is the PDP governorship candidate for Abia State. He promised to build a common facility centre in Aba for artisans. The proposed hub will be powered by solar energy.","category":"culture","id":827535,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/abia-pdp-candidate-promises-artisans-solar-powered-factory-hub/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:04:48Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Abia State PDP governorship candidate, Dr Kelechi Anosike, has promised to establish a solar-powered common facility centre in Aba for artisans. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-pdp-candidate-promises-artisans-solar-powered-factory-hub/","title":"Abia PDP candidate promises artisans solar-powered factory hub"},{"ai_summary":"The African Democratic Congress in Rivers State has launched its campaign council for the 2027 governorship. The party claimed that the administration of Fubara has abandoned governance.","category":"world","id":827441,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/rivers-adc-inaugurates-campaign-council-faults-fubaras-administration/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:03:52Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The African Democratic Congress in Rivers State has inaugurated its 2027 governorship campaign council, alleging that governance has been abandoned. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-adc-inaugurates-campaign-council-faults-fubaras-administration/","title":"Rivers ADC inaugurates campaign council, faults Fubara’s administration"},{"ai_summary":"The Kano State House of Assembly confirmed six nominees for commissioner roles. These candidates were sent for approval by Governor Abba Yusuf. One of the confirmed nominees had previously resigned due to a controversy.","category":"world","id":827537,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/kano-assembly-confirms-six-nominees-as-commissioners/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:03:47Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Kano State House of Assembly has confirmed six commissioner-nominees sent by Governor Abba Yusuf, including one who previously resigned over a controve Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-assembly-confirms-six-nominees-as-commissioners/","title":"Kano Assembly confirms six nominees as commissioners"},{"ai_summary":"Amnesty International and JIBWIS leaders are demanding a probe into a viral video. The footage shows children chanting for AK-47s to attack Christians in Enugu and Jos.","category":"world","id":827444,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/amnesty-jibwis-leaders-demand-probe-of-viral-video-threatening-christians/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:03:02Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Amnesty International and JIBWIS leaders demand a probe into a viral video showing children chanting for AK-47s to attack Christians in Enugu and Jos. Read More: https://punchng.com/amnesty-jibwis-leaders-demand-probe-of-viral-video-threatening-christians/","title":"Amnesty, JIBWIS leaders demand probe of viral video threatening Christians"},{"ai_summary":"Femi Fani-Kayode has started his role as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to South Africa. He pledged to protect Nigerian citizens living there. He also aims to rebuild diplomatic relations between the two countries.","category":"world","id":827540,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/fani-kayode-assumes-duty-vows-to-protect-nigerians-in-safrica/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:02:45Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Nigeria’s new High Commissioner to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, has assumed duty, pledging to protect Nigerians and rebuild diplomatic relations. Read More: https://punchng.com/fani-kayode-assumes-duty-vows-to-protect-nigerians-in-safrica/","title":"Fani-Kayode assumes duty, vows to protect Nigerians in S’Africa"},{"ai_summary":"The APC has called on Nigerians to reject the ADC and Atiku Abubakar. This call follows allegations that staff salaries have not been paid. The ADC has dismissed these claims. They described the accusations as a distraction.","category":"world","id":827257,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/adc-demands-proof-as-apc-knocks-atiku-over-unpaid-salaries/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:02:28Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The APC has urged Nigerians to reject the ADC and Atiku Abubakar over alleged unpaid staff salaries, a claim the ADC dismissed as a distraction. Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-demands-proof-as-apc-knocks-atiku-over-unpaid-salaries/","title":"ADC demands proof as APC knocks Atiku over unpaid salaries"},{"ai_summary":"The Independent National Electoral Commission published the preliminary voters' register for the 2027 general elections online. This action followed public concerns.","category":"politics","id":827447,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/inec-uploads-voters-register-online-after-outcry/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:02:17Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Independent National Electoral Commission has published the preliminary register of voters for the 2027 general elections online following public conce Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-uploads-voters-register-online-after-outcry/","title":"INEC uploads voters’ register online after outcry"},{"ai_summary":"President Bola Tinubu warned that buying equipment by itself will not secure Africa. He urged for the creation of defence partnerships. These partnerships should focus on the transfer of technology.","category":"world","id":827290,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/tinubu-equipment-purchases-alone-cannot-secure-africa/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:01:35Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"President Bola Tinubu has warned that equipment purchases alone cannot secure Africa, urging for defence partnerships that promote technology transfer and Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-equipment-purchases-alone-cannot-secure-africa/","title":"Tinubu: Equipment purchases alone cannot secure Africa"},{"ai_summary":"The House of Reps dismissed a money laundering petition against NNPC executive Mumuni Dagazau. The decision came after petitioners failed to provide evidence for their claims.","category":"world","id":827306,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/reps-dismiss-money-laundering-petition-against-nnpc-executive/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:01:31Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The House of Reps has dismissed a money laundering petition against NNPC’s Mumuni Dagazau after petitioners failed to provide evidence to back their claims Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-dismiss-money-laundering-petition-against-nnpc-executive/","title":"Reps dismiss money laundering petition against NNPC executive"},{"ai_summary":"Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, criticized President Bola Tinubu. Obi stated that the president lacks the energy to govern Nigeria. He also claimed the president lacks the capacity for the role.","category":"world","id":827314,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/tinubu-lacks-capacity-energy-to-govern-nigeria-obi/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:01:30Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has declared that President Bola Tinubu lacks the energy and capacity to govern N Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-lacks-capacity-energy-to-govern-nigeria-obi/","title":"Tinubu lacks capacity, energy to govern Nigeria – Obi"},{"ai_summary":"President Bola Tinubu stated that his economic reforms are producing results. He mentioned rising GDP growth and a surge in capital inflows. He also noted gains in manufacturing during the 32nd NE economic summit.","category":"economy","id":827322,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/economic-summit-tinubu-cites-growth-capital-inflows-as-reform-gains/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:01:24Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"President Bola Tinubu says his economic reforms are working, citing rising GDP growth, a surge in capital inflows and gains in manufacturing at the 32nd NE Read More: https://punchng.com/economic-summit-tinubu-cites-growth-capital-inflows-as-reform-gains/","title":"Economic summit: Tinubu cites growth, capital inflows as reform gains"},{"ai_summary":"Obafemi Awolowo University has denied claims that its admission process is biased. The school dismissed a viral petition that alleged discrimination against Yoruba people.","category":"world","id":827126,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/oau-rejects-ethnic-bias-claims-in-admission-process/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:43Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Obafemi Awolowo University has rejected claims of ethnic bias in its admission process, dismissing a viral petition alleging discrimination against Yoruba Read More: https://punchng.com/oau-rejects-ethnic-bias-claims-in-admission-process/","title":"OAU rejects ethnic bias claims in admission process"},{"ai_summary":"Troops from Operation Fansan Yamma conducted coordinated operations in Katsina, Kaduna, and other areas. Eight suspected terrorists were killed during these missions. Three kidnapped victims were rescued.","category":"world","id":827324,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/troops-kill-eight-terrorists-rescue-three-victims-in-nwest-operations/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:37Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have killed eight suspected terrorists and rescued three kidnapped victims in coordinated operations in Katsina, Kaduna an Read More: https://punchng.com/troops-kill-eight-terrorists-rescue-three-victims-in-nwest-operations/","title":"Troops kill eight terrorists, rescue three victims in N’West operations"},{"ai_summary":"The NYSC in Ogun State provided training for corps members. The program focused on using Artificial Intelligence and other skills. This training aims to help them meet job market demands after their service period.","category":"tech","id":827325,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/nysc-trains-corps-members-on-ai-job-market-demands/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:33Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The NYSC in Ogun State has trained corps members on leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other skills to meet job market demands after their service Read More: https://punchng.com/nysc-trains-corps-members-on-ai-job-market-demands/","title":"NYSC trains corps members on AI, job market demands"},{"ai_summary":"The Lagos State Government is installing boundary signposts along its borders. These signs are intended to prevent encroachment. The government wants to clarify territorial limits and reduce disputes.","category":"world","id":827449,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/lagos-installs-boundary-signposts-to-check-encroachment/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:28Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Lagos State Government has begun installing boundary signposts along its borders to prevent encroachment, clarify territorial limits and reduce dispute Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-installs-boundary-signposts-to-check-encroachment/","title":"Lagos installs boundary signposts to check encroachment"},{"ai_summary":"The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries organized a musical concert in Bayelsa. This was the third mega concert held by the ministry. The goal of the event was to discover and encourage young gospel talents within the state.","category":"culture","id":827326,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/mfm-concert-showcases-young-gospel-talents-in-bayelsa/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:26Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries in Bayelsa held its third mega musical concert to discover and encourage young gospel talents in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/mfm-concert-showcases-young-gospel-talents-in-bayelsa/","title":"MFM concert showcases young gospel talents in Bayelsa"},{"ai_summary":"Community leaders in Danmusa, Katsina State, promised to maintain peace initiatives. These efforts were started by the Centre for Democracy and Development and its partners.","category":"world","id":827327,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/katsina-communities-pledge-to-sustain-cdd-peace-initiatives/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:16Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Community leaders in Danmusa, Katsina State, have pledged to sustain peace initiatives by the Centre for Democracy and Development and its partners. Read More: https://punchng.com/katsina-communities-pledge-to-sustain-cdd-peace-initiatives/","title":"Katsina communities pledge to sustain CDD peace initiatives"},{"ai_summary":"Mu’azu Rijau serves as the APC National Vice Chairman for North Central. He warned party members against underestimating the opposition before the next election.","category":"politics","id":827328,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/apc-ncentral-warns-faithful-not-to-underestimate-opposition/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:14Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The APC National Vice Chairman for North Central, Mu’azu Rijau, has warned party members not to underestimate the opposition ahead of the next election. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-ncentral-warns-faithful-not-to-underestimate-opposition/","title":"APC N’Central warns faithful not to underestimate opposition"},{"ai_summary":"Pat Utomi is a professor of political economy who warned about the effects of corruption. He stated that corruption costs Nigerians their lives. This happens because public funds are diverted away from essential services.","category":"politics","id":827329,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/utomi-warns-corruption-costing-nigerians-lives/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:14Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"A professor of political economy, Pat Utomi, has warned that corruption is costing Nigerians their lives by diverting public funds from essential services. Read More: https://punchng.com/utomi-warns-corruption-costing-nigerians-lives/","title":"Utomi warns corruption costing Nigerians lives"},{"ai_summary":"Police in Niger State rescued a man named Mustapha Suleiman from a mob. Suleiman is a suspected motorcycle thief. The incident happened in Bida Local Government Area where the crowd was attempting to lynch him.","category":"world","id":827147,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/niger-police-rescue-motorcycle-thief-from-mob-action/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:03Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Police in Niger State have rescued a suspected motorcycle thief, Mustapha Suleiman, from an irate mob attempting to lynch him in Bida Local Government Area Read More: https://punchng.com/niger-police-rescue-motorcycle-thief-from-mob-action/","title":"Niger police rescue motorcycle thief from mob action"},{"ai_summary":"Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane won the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or. He is the first Englishman to receive the award since Michael Owen did so in 2001.","category":"world","id":827176,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/breaking-harry-kane-wins-2026-ballon-dor/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T23:54:36Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has won the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or, becoming the first Englishman to claim the prestigious award since Michael Owen in 200 Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-harry-kane-wins-2026-ballon-dor/","title":"BREAKING: Harry Kane wins 2026 Ballon d’Or"},{"ai_summary":"Spanish midfielder Alexia Putellas won the 2026 Women’s Ballon d’Or. She received the individual prize at a ceremony in London. This marks the third time she has claimed the award.","category":"world","id":827192,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/putellas-wins-third-womens-ballon-dor/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T23:52:14Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Spanish midfielder Alexia Putellas has won the 2026 Women’s Ballon d’Or, claiming the prestigious individual prize for the third time at a ceremony in Lond Read More: https://punchng.com/putellas-wins-third-womens-ballon-dor/","title":"Putellas wins third Women’s Ballon d’Or"},{"ai_summary":"Paris Saint-Germain defeated Lyon 2-0 in a Monday match. Mika Godts led the performance by scoring one goal and providing one assist. Despite dealing with injuries, the team secured the win. This result moves them to the top of the Ligue 1 table.","category":"world","id":827004,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/godts-stars-as-psg-beat-lyon-to-go-top-of-ligue-1/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T23:40:22Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Mika Godts scored one and assisted another as an injury-hit Paris Saint-Germain beat Lyon 2-0 to move to the top of the Ligue 1 table on Monday. Read More: https://punchng.com/godts-stars-as-psg-beat-lyon-to-go-top-of-ligue-1/","title":"Godts stars as PSG beat Lyon to go top of Ligue 1"},{"ai_summary":"Lekan Otufodunrin has been elected as the new president of the World Association for Christian Communication Africa. The Nigerian journalist will serve in this role for a four-year term.","category":"politics","id":827033,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/association-of-christian-communication-africa-elects-nigerian-journalist-president/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T23:36:33Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The World Association for Christian Communication Africa has elected Nigerian journalist Lekan Otufodunrin as its new president for a four-year term. Read More: https://punchng.com/association-of-christian-communication-africa-elects-nigerian-journalist-president/","title":"Association of Christian Communication Africa elects Nigerian journalist president"},{"ai_summary":"Luis de la Fuente received the Men's Coach of the Year award at the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony. The Spanish manager earned the honor following his team's success in the World Cup.","category":"world","id":826917,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2026-ballon-dor-spains-de-la-fuente-wins-mens-coach-of-the-year/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T23:24:07Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has been named Men’s Coach of the Year at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony following his side’s World Cup triumph. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-ballon-dor-spains-de-la-fuente-wins-mens-coach-of-the-year/","title":"2026 Ballon d’Or: Spain’s De la Fuente wins men’s coach of the Year"},{"ai_summary":"The Emir of Gombe stated that traditional rulers do not belong to any political party. He affirmed that monarchs remain non-partisan. These leaders intend to support the electoral commission to ensure the 2027 general elections are free and fair. The goal is to maintain peace during the voting process.","category":"culture","id":826942,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2027-monarchs-belong-to-no-party-gombe-emir/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T23:21:33Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Emir of Gombe says traditional rulers are non-partisan and will support INEC to ensure peaceful, free, and fair general elections in 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-monarchs-belong-to-no-party-gombe-emir/","title":"2027: Monarchs belong to no party — Gombe emir"},{"ai_summary":"Troops from Operation Fansan Yamma conducted coordinated operations in Katsina and Kaduna. During these missions, soldiers killed eight suspected terrorists. The military also rescued three people who had been kidnapped.","category":"world","id":826815,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/soldiers-kill-eight-terrorists-rescue-three-kidnap-victims-in-northwest/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T23:17:36Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have neutralised eight suspected terrorists and rescued three kidnap victims in coordinated operations in Katsina, Kaduna Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-kill-eight-terrorists-rescue-three-kidnap-victims-in-northwest/","title":"Soldiers kill eight terrorists, rescue three kidnap victims in Northwest"},{"ai_summary":"Nigerian singer Burna Boy presented the Socrates Award to Bukayo Saka. The Arsenal forward received the honor at the Ballon d’Or ceremony. The award recognizes Saka for his humanitarian work.","category":"culture","id":826843,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2026-ballon-dor-burna-boy-presents-socrates-award-to-bukayo-saka/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T23:17:35Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Nigerian singer Burna Boy has presented the Socrates Award to Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka at the Ballon d’Or ceremony for his humanitarian work. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-ballon-dor-burna-boy-presents-socrates-award-to-bukayo-saka/","title":"2026: Ballon d’Or: Burna Boy presents Socrates Award to Bukayo Saka"},{"ai_summary":"Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal won the 2026 Young Talent of the Year award at the Ballon d’Or ceremony. This marks the third consecutive year he has received the honor. He beat Pau Cubars to win the award.","category":"culture","id":826588,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2026-ballon-dor-yamal-wins-young-talent-award-for-third-straight-year/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T22:38:01Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has won the 2026 Young Talent of the Year award at the Ballon d’Or ceremony for the third consecutive year, beating Pau Cubar Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-ballon-dor-yamal-wins-young-talent-award-for-third-straight-year/","title":"2026 Ballon d’Or: Yamal wins Young Talent award for third straight year"},{"ai_summary":"Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has issued a warning to police officers regarding political bias. This directive comes ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Inspector-General urged officers to maintain professionalism in their duties.","category":"politics","id":826468,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2027-ig-warns-police-against-political-bias/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T22:28:21Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has warned officers against political bias ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging professionalism. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ig-warns-police-against-political-bias/","title":"2027: IG warns police against political bias"},{"ai_summary":"Vice President Kashim Shettima spoke at the Nigerian Economic Summit regarding the country's financial policies. He criticized suggestions that the government should bring back the petrol subsidy. Instead, the Vice President defended the economic reforms implemented by President Tinubu.","category":"world","id":826353,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/shettima-faults-subsidy-return-proposal-defends-tinubus-reforms/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T22:19:29Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Vice President Kashim Shettima has criticised proposals to restore petrol subsidy, defending President Tinubu’s economic reforms at the Nigerian Economic S Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-faults-subsidy-return-proposal-defends-tinubus-reforms/","title":"Shettima faults subsidy return proposal, defends Tinubu’s reforms"},{"ai_summary":"The Federal Government is thinking about introducing a new law to safeguard economic reforms in Nigeria. The Finance Minister stated that this legislation would prevent future administrations from reversing these changes.","category":"economy","id":826362,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/fg-considers-law-to-prevent-reversal-of-economic-reforms/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T22:15:19Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Federal Government is considering legislation to protect Nigeria’s economic reforms from reversal by successive administrations, says Finance Minister Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-considers-law-to-prevent-reversal-of-economic-reforms/","title":"FG considers law to prevent reversal of economic reforms"},{"ai_summary":"Victor Osimhen scored two goals in the first half to lead Galatasaray to victory. The team defeated rivals Fenerbahce with a final score of 2-1. The match took place at Rams Park.","category":"world","id":826222,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/osimhens-brace-sinks-fenerbahce-as-galatasaray-win-2-1/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T22:01:26Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen scored a first-half brace to secure a 2-1 victory for Galatasaray against rivals Fenerbahce at Rams Park. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhens-brace-sinks-fenerbahce-as-galatasaray-win-2-1/","title":"Osimhen’s brace sinks Fenerbahce as Galatasaray win 2-1"},{"ai_summary":"A guide has been provided to help people check if their names are on the voters register. It offers step-by-step instructions for using the online portal. This allows users to view the preliminary register managed by the commission.","category":"politics","id":826068,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/how-to-check-your-name-on-inecs-voters-register-online/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T21:42:41Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Learn how to check your name on INEC’s voters register online. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for viewing the preliminary register on the po Read More: https://punchng.com/how-to-check-your-name-on-inecs-voters-register-online/","title":"How to check your name on INEC’s voters register online"},{"ai_summary":"The NSCDC in Kwara arrested two suspects named Abraham Job and Adebowale Adeniyi. They are accused of operating an unlicensed private security outfit. The business is referred to as Double Razz.","category":"politics","id":826097,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/nscdc-arrests-two-over-unlicensed-security-outfit-in-kwara/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T21:39:52Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The NSCDC in Kwara has arrested two suspects, Abraham Job and Adebowale Adeniyi, for allegedly operating an unlicensed private security outfit, Double Razz Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-arrests-two-over-unlicensed-security-outfit-in-kwara/","title":"NSCDC arrests two over unlicensed security outfit in Kwara"},{"ai_summary":"The Independent National Electoral Commission has released the preliminary voters register for the 2027 general elections. This list is now available online. The commission took this step to promote transparency.","category":"politics","id":825958,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2027-inec-publishes-preliminary-voters-register-online/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T21:31:05Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The Independent National Electoral Commission has published the preliminary register of voters for the 2027 general elections online to promote transparenc Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-inec-publishes-preliminary-voters-register-online/","title":"2027: INEC publishes preliminary voters register online"},{"ai_summary":"A fire destroyed a bungalow located at Okenwa Housing Estate in Awka, Anambra State. The incident happened on a Sunday and resulted in the loss of property. No deaths or injuries were reported.","category":"world","id":825774,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/fire-guts-residential-building-in-anambra-2/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T21:12:36Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"A fire has gutted a bungalow at Okenwa Housing Estate in Awka, Anambra State, destroying property. No casualties were recorded in the Sunday incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-guts-residential-building-in-anambra-2/","title":"Fire guts residential building in Anambra"},{"ai_summary":"Troops from Operation Hadin Kai carried out coordinated air and artillery strikes. The targets were terrorist enclaves located in Lake Chad. The military reported killing 16 suspected ISWAP fighters during the operation.","category":"politics","id":825813,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/military-strikes-iswap-enclaves-in-lake-chad-kills-16-terrorists/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T21:05:54Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have killed 16 suspected ISWAP fighters during coordinated air and artillery strikes on terrorist enclaves in Lake Chad. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-strikes-iswap-enclaves-in-lake-chad-kills-16-terrorists/","title":"Military strikes ISWAP enclaves in Lake Chad, kills 16 terrorists"},{"ai_summary":"Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Júnior did not make the top 10 in the 2026 Ballon d'Or rankings. Both Real Madrid players missed the cut. Bellingham finished in 11th place. Vinícius Júnior finished in 17th place.","category":"world","id":825627,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2026-ballon-dor-bellingham-vinicius-miss-out-on-top-10/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T21:04:39Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Real Madrid stars Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Júnior missed out on the top 10 of the 2026 Ballon d’Or rankings, finishing 11th and 17th respectively. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-ballon-dor-bellingham-vinicius-miss-out-on-top-10/","title":"2026 Ballon d’Or: Bellingham, Vinicius miss out on top 10"},{"ai_summary":"Temwa Chawinga has achieved a historic milestone in women's football. The Malawi international is the first African woman to ever place in the top 10 of the Ballon d'Or rankings.","category":"world","id":825667,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/temwa-chawinga-makes-history-with-ballon-dor-top-10-finish/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T20:59:56Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Malawi international Temwa Chawinga has made history as the first African woman to secure a place in the top 10 of the women’s Ballon d’Or rankings. Read More: https://punchng.com/temwa-chawinga-makes-history-with-ballon-dor-top-10-finish/","title":"Temwa Chawinga makes history with Ballon d’Or top 10 finish"},{"ai_summary":"A video has gone viral showing members of an Islamic group's first aid unit. The individuals in the recording are chanting for AK-47 rifles. They stated their intention to use these weapons to attack people they called infidels in Enugu and Jos. These events have led to public demands for an official investigation.","category":"politics","id":825698,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/islamic-group-members-ask-for-ak-47s-to-attack-infidels-in-enugu-jos/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T20:58:51Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"A viral video shows members of an Islamic group’s first aid unit chanting for AK-47s to attack ‘infidels’ in Enugu and Jos, prompting calls for a probe. Read More: https://punchng.com/islamic-group-members-ask-for-ak-47s-to-attack-infidels-in-enugu-jos/","title":"Islamic group members ask for AK-47s to attack ‘infidels’ in Enugu, Jos"},{"ai_summary":"PUNCH Online is providing live updates on the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony. The reporting tracks the full list of winners and rankings as they are announced. The event is taking place in London.","category":"world","id":825291,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/full-list-2026-ballon-dor-winners-updating-live/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T20:27:13Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"See the full list of winners and rankings from the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony. PUNCH Online is tracking all announcements as they happen in London. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-2026-ballon-dor-winners-updating-live/","title":"FULL LIST: 2026 Ballon d’Or winners [UPDATING LIVE]"},{"ai_summary":"President Bola Tinubu stated that his administration's economic reforms are restoring confidence. He believes these changes are creating a foundation for sustainable growth in Nigeria.","category":"economy","id":825153,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/economic-reforms-restoring-confidence-ensuring-sustainable-growth-tinubu/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T20:17:04Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"President Bola Tinubu says his administration’s economic reforms are restoring confidence and laying the groundwork for sustainable growth in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/economic-reforms-restoring-confidence-ensuring-sustainable-growth-tinubu/","title":"Economic reforms restoring confidence, ensuring sustainable growth – Tinubu"},{"ai_summary":"The evening recap covers several top stories. It includes a police investigation into the death of an officer in Kogi. The report also mentions the FBI capturing some of its most wanted fraudsters.","category":"world","id":825218,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/evening-recap-police-probe-officers-death-fbis-most-wanted-fraudsters-other-top-stories/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T20:16:39Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"Read the evening recap on top stories, including the police probe into an officer’s death in Kogi, the FBI’s capture of most-wanted fraudsters, and more. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-police-probe-officers-death-fbis-most-wanted-fraudsters-other-top-stories/","title":"Evening recap: Police probe officers’ death, FBI’s most-wanted fraudsters, other top stories"},{"ai_summary":"The All Progressives Congress in Delta State has announced its intent to focus on issues for the 2027 elections. The party made this pledge during the unveiling of its new media committee in Asaba.","category":"world","id":825014,"image_url":"https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/18131509/punch-logo-500x179-1.png","lang":"en","link":"https://punchng.com/2027-delta-apc-pledges-issue-based-campaign/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com\u0026utm_medium=web","published_at":"2026-10-26T20:03:11Z","source":"punchng.com","summary":"The All Progressives Congress in Delta State has pledged to run an issue-based campaign for the 2027 elections, unveiling its new media committee in Asaba. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-delta-apc-pledges-issue-based-campaign/","title":"2027: Delta APC pledges issue-based campaign"}]}