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US President Donald Trump said Sunday he believed the leaders of Ukraine and Russia were serious about peace as he spoke with them both in what he called the final stages of his efforts to end the war. Trump, who had promised to finish the war on day one of his presidency, said he had no deadline but is embarking on a year-end diplomatic sprint as he welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to his Florida estate. Much like when Zelensky last met Trump in October, Russian President Vladimir Putin also spoke shortly beforehand by telephone with the US leader, who…

The consideration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2026 Appropriation Bill in the Senate unfolded with an unusual degree of ease, speed and unanimity, underscoring a rare moment of near-total alignment between the executive and the legislature. From the opening moments of plenary, the mood in the chamber was warm, cooperative and almost celebratory, with senators appearing keen to move in lockstep with the presidency.There was no visible resistance, dissent or procedural delay as lawmakers took turns endorsing the proposal. Contributions were largely affirmative, often echoing similar themes of praise for the size, ambition and structure of the budget. Rather than…

By Imoleayo Oyedeyi A clinical mental health professional and co-founder of Helping Hand Humanitarian Foundation, Kaliyat Gamba, has called for stronger and more inclusive mental health awareness. In a statement made available to Sunday PUNCH, Gamba warned that trauma remained one of the most overlooked public health challenges, particularly in underserved communities. She said limited access to mental health care and the persistent stigma surrounding psychological conditions have continued to expose many Nigerians to preventable emotional and psychological harm. The expert noted that unaddressed trauma often manifests in anxiety, depression and long-term emotional distress, stressing that mental wellness should be…

Super Eagles and Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka has revealed his injury status after Nigeria secured a 3-2 win against Tunisia at the Complexe Sportif de Fès last night, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old had a good performance against the Eagles of Carthage before making his way off the pitch after 79 minutes, replaced by Chidera Ejuke. However, after Nigeria survived through their teeth against Sami Trabelsi’s side, Onyeka was seen limping after the full-time whistle was blown. Frank Onyeka seen limping at FT! pic.twitter.com/5iLKiyPzaa — MikeThePundit (@Mike_ThePundit) December 27, 2025 Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now!…

Gunmen attacked policemen on stop-and-search duty on Saturday night Some gunmen on Saturday night attacked policemen on stop-and-search duty in the Enugu metropolis, leading to casualties. The incident occurred at the Osondu bus stop on Zik Avenue, Uwani, Enugu. Sources disclosed that two policemen reportedly paid the supreme price during the attack, which occurred around 9pm. It was gathered that the gunmen opened fire on the police patrol vehicle stationed on a street where the policemen were. The driver of the patrol vehicle was reportedly shot before the vehicle was set ablaze. Another policeman was also said to have been…

Ethereum is hovering around $2,940, but its value does not even begin to tell the bigger story, it’s all about the way institutions are starting to get on board with ETH. BitMine (BMNR), now officially the world’s largest Ethereum treasury firm, has just made a major move by staking 74,880 ETH worth roughly $219 million into Ethereum’s proof-of-stake network. This is a big deal because, to date, it’s the first time BitMine has staked any of its holdings, it marks a move away from simply holding onto ETH to now actively seeking to earn some return. 刚才 Bitmine 继续把 79,296…

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum By the powers vested in him by the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria, as amended, Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum will be presenting the 2026 budget proposals to the State’s House of Assembly tomorrow (Monday). The Commissioner of Information and Internal Security, Prof. Usman Tar, in a statement on Sunday in Maiduguri, revealed, “The budget presentation provides a platform for Zulum to set in motion the monetary and fiscal projections of his administration for the 2026 fiscal year,” explaining that during the presentation the governor will make important policy pronouncements that could impact significantly…

President Bola Tinubu has promised to resolve the political feud between the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, and Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State. Tinubu made the promise on Sunday in Makurdi at the wedding reception of Deborah and Samuel Akume, son of the SGF. The president, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, said Akume had paid his dues and that there was no need for discord between him and the governor. He described the SGF as the longest-serving public servant in Nigeria’s contemporary history. Tinubu added that he had a moral obligation…

Founder of the School of Politics, Policy and Governance and former Vice President of the World Bank, Dr Obiageli ‘Oby’ Ezekwesili, has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of cuddling terrorists when it has the opportunity to finish them off. The co-convener of #BringBackOurGirls, an advocacy group formed over 11 years ago to campaign for the release of more than 200 girls abducted from a secondary school in Chibok, Borno State, condemned, via her X handle, government officials’ encounters with bandits without taking decisive action. She said, “It is accurate to state that our federal and state governments, led…

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was seen calling on the medics during Nigeria’s game against Tunisia, sparking concerns over a possible injury… Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has played down concerns surrounding Stanley Nwabali following Nigeria’s tense 3–2 victory over Tunisia at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng exclusively reports.  The former Colorado Rapids defender insists that the goalkeeper remains firmly in control despite late pressure in the game. Nwabali came under scrutiny after a nervy final few minutes against the Carthage Eagles, which sparked questions about his composure and fitness ahead of Nigeria’s final Group C clash against…