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Troops from the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade and Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested a notorious wanted bandit and a military impostor during a recent operation in Taraba State, the army confirmed on Friday. The arrest was announced in a statement by the Brigade’s Acting Spokesperson, Captain Oni Olubodunde. He credited the success to credible intelligence provided by concerned citizens in the state. According to Olubodunde, the arrest was part of ongoing operations under the codename Operation Lafiyan Jamaa, which also led to the recovery of a significant cache of arms and ammunition. “On April 16, soldiers launched…

Nigeria’s U17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have sealed their place at the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup after a commanding 4-0 aggregate victory over Algeria in the final round of African qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. The Flamingos built their qualification on a strong foundation laid in the first leg, when they swept aside the Algerians 4-0 in Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State. A disciplined performance in the return fixture on Friday night saw them hold out for a goalless draw at the Stade Mustapha Tchaker in Blida, securing progression without fuss. Nigeria’s Flamingos. Photo Credit X That result extended Nigeria’s remarkable…

Angela Onwuzoo As the global community marks 2025 World Malaria Day today, Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria and Africa in their malaria control and elimination efforts. The firm assured that it was committed to increasing funding for malaria control programmes and research. Head of Marketing and Strategy at Emzor, Mr. Kunle Faloye, in a statement made available to PUNCH Healthwise, on Thursday, to commemorate the event, said the company’s long-standing initiatives in malaria control include the production of essential antimalarial drugs aimed at reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. “This year’s theme, “Malaria Ends…

Former Portugal Liga champions Benfica will reignite their pursuit of Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare in the summer amid interest from other top clubs in Europe, Soccernet.ng reports. Arokodare has been attracting interest from some top clubs in Europe following his impressive performances for Genk. This season, the Super Eagles striker has put up 22 goals and seven assists in 40 appearances across all competitions. He has played an important role in the club’s push for a fifth Jupiler League title. Following his impressive performances this season, Arokodare got his first two Super Eagles caps last month. Also, he has…

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday, assured 1802 Prospective Corps Members of the 2025 batch A deployed to the state of their safety and well-being during the mandatory one-year national service. Oborevweri, represented by the commissioner for Youth Development, Mr. ThankGod Harry Trakiriowei, gave the assurance at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2025 batch A stream orientation course, Isse -Uku, Aniocha North council of the State. The Governor, while congratulating the corps members, said the swearing-in ceremony is a significant beginning, and they will find Delta State to be home away from home. He urged the corps members not…

Super Eagles centre-back Semi Ajayi is attracting transfer interest from two English clubs as he prepares to leave West Bromwich Albion at the end of the season, Soccernet.ng reports. Ajayi, who once featured for Arsenal’s youth teams, is out of contract this summer, and West Brom have reportedly decided not to offer him a new deal as they look to reshape their squad ahead of next season. According to information cited by Africafoot, Championship outfit Hull City and League One side Reading have both expressed interest in signing the experienced Nigerian defender once he becomes a free agent. Semi Ajayi’s…

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has disowned a group known as the Alliance for Transformation Mandate (ATM), describing it as an unknown and unauthorized entity with no ties to the party. In a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, the SDP said the group’s recent “World Press Conference,” where it claimed to represent the party as foot soldiers, is misleading and should be disregarded by Nigerians. “This group is not recognized by the SDP and was clearly assembled to push the personal agenda of its sponsors. It holds no authority to speak for or represent…

There is, however, no law backing the ban on the use and sale of charcoal except for the 2018 Environmental Degradation Control and Revenue Collection Law which states that “Any person who fells a Tree anywhere in Nasarawa State whether for timber or any other purpose without first obtaining written approval of the ministry shall be guilty of an offence and punishable as provided” There is no document on the mode of operation of the taskforce and numbers of how many persons have so far been prosecuted. Officials of the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources could not provide details…

Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers has admitted that he wants to remain at Rangers despite speculations that he could leave the could leave the club at the end of the season, Soccernet.ng reports. Dessers joined Rangers from Italian Serie A club Cremonese in a deal worth 5 million euros in the summer of 2023, and it has been a topsy-turvy journey for him so far. The Super Eagle star has been one of the most maligned figures at the club despite a haul of 45 goals and 16 assists in 104 apperances. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE   Due to the…