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The Yobe State Government has declared Tuesday as public holiday to commemorate the beginning of the Islamic New Year, 1448AH.‎‎The announcement followed approval from Governor Mai Mala Buni, in acknowledgement of the importance of the Islamic calendar and the state’s longstanding practice of observing the start of the Hijrah year.‎‎This was contained in a circular issued on Monday and signed by the Head of Service, Abdullahi Shehu.‎‎According to the circular, the holiday is intended to allow workers and residents across the state to observe the first day of Muharram, which marks the start of the Islamic New Year.‎‎“His Excellency Mai…

By Ikenna Obianeri The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has called for a renewed and stronger commitment to the implementation of protective laws for senior citizens to ensure their safety, dignity, and an end to their abuse nationwide. Soludo added that families, communities, and institutions must create an environment where older people feel valued, heard, and protected. The Anambra First Lady pointed out that the primary objective is to transition from merely acknowledging elder abuse to actively implementing robust prevention strategies and strengthening protective laws that sanction the maltreatment of older adults. She stated this in…

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi is attracting attention due to his tricky contract situation at Nottingham Forest, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 28-year-old joined the Tricky Trees from Union Berlin in 2022, but he has had a rollercoaster period at the City Ground. Although he played a key role in helping Nottingham Forest avoid relegation during his first two seasons, recurring injuries have significantly hampered his progress. Taiwo Awoniyi of Nottingham Forest. [Photo credit: Imago] ​Since his transfer, the former Liverpool forward has missed 56 games for club and country, a factor that ultimately cost him his place in the starting eleven.…

The Kwara State chapter of the African Democratic Congress has condemned a Federal High Court judgment ordering the deregistration of the party and four other political parties, describing the decision as a direct assault on Nigeria’s multi-party democracy. The judgment, delivered on Monday by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, directed the Independent National Electoral Commission to deregister the ADC, Accord Party, Action Peoples Party, Action Alliance and Zenith Labour Party over alleged failure to meet constitutional electoral performance requirements, including provisions under Section 225A of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) and the Electoral Act 2022. The…

The official album cover art for Anendlessocean’s 2026 studio project, Love Is A Machinery (LIAM). Photo Credit: Anendlessocean/Instagram If you have been scouring the internet for fresh soundscapes to rescue your daily queue from the same old rotations, you can officially stop looking. The mid-year music rush is fully upon us, and the industry’s heavy hitters—alongside some incredibly brilliant rising acts—have delivered exactly what the weather demands. From highly anticipated album teases to groove-heavy collaborations, the sonic landscape has shifted beautifully over the past few weeks. Here are 5 brand-new Nigerian songs you need to add to your playlist right…

Nigeria international Wilfred Ndidi could be on his way out of Beşiktaş despite impressing for the Istanbul giants during the 2025-26 season, Soccernet.ng reports. This is as several Saudi Pro League clubs are reportedly preparing to make lucrative offers for the Super Eagles midfielder. Ndidi only joined the Turkish giants from Leicester City in August 2025 in a deal worth around €8 million, but his impressive performances have quickly increased his market value. Ndidi established himself as a key figure in midfield during the campaign, making 31 appearances across all competitions and becoming one of the first names on the…

The candidate of the African Democratic Congress in the August 15 Osun governorship poll, Dr Najeem Salaam, has described the ruling of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, which ordered the deregistration of the party, as a miscarriage of justice. Salaam, in a statement he personally signed, obtained on Monday in Osogbo, however, said appropriate legal processes will correct the judicial pronouncement and protect the democratic rights of millions of Nigerians who have chosen the ADC as their political platform. He declared that the judgment cannot stand as it is neither the end of the legal process nor the…

The Association of Resident Doctors, Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, has disclosed plans to commence a three-day warning strike from Tuesday, June 16, 2026, over unresolved welfare issues and alleged failure by the Lagos State Government to meet several demands affecting its members. The association said the decision to embark on industrial action followed resolutions reached at its 19th Ordinary General Meeting and Scientific Conference held between June 5 and June 13, 2026. In a statement made available to PUNCH Healthwise on Monday and signed by its President, Dr Alaba Gabriel Akerele, the association accused the state government of failing…

Former Super Eagles players Victor Obinna Nsofor and Joel Obi were part of the Inter Milan Legends side that suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid Legends in the 13th edition of the Corazón Classic Match at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Soccernet.ng reports. The charity fixture, organised by the Real Madrid Foundation on Saturday, June 13, brought together several former stars from both European giants. This year’s event was staged under the theme, “A match with the soul of childhood,” with proceeds directed towards social and sports development projects for children around the world. Inter Legends looked…

The Central Bank of Nigeria on Monday launched the Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate, a new transaction-based benchmark interest rate designed to strengthen transparency, improve monetary policy transmission and deepen the country’s financial markets. Speaking at the launch of the benchmark at the CBN headquarters in Abuja, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr Olayemi Cardoso, said the initiative formed part of the apex bank’s broader efforts to build a more resilient, efficient and credible financial system. Cardoso described the Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate, known as NOFR, as a significant reform that would align Nigeria’s financial markets with global…