The proceedings of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja were cut short on Friday after the Peoples Democratic Party and its presidential candidate in the February 23, 2019 poll, Atiku Abubakar, said their other witnesses scheduled to testify had…
Davido, Chris Brown to collaborate on new song (Punch)
Afropop star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido is set to collaborate with American pop sensation, Chris Brown on a new song, ‘Blow My Mind’. Brown is an award-winning singer and actor who has sold over 100 million records worldwide,…
Only tested, trusted will make my ministerial list — Buhari (Guardian)
President Muhammadu Buhari says he will no longer nominate unknown persons for ministerial positions. In a maiden meeting with the leadership of the National Assembly, Buhari also said that only those tasted and capable of delivering on assigned mandates will…
Koscielny rebellion adds to Arsenal gloom (Punch)
Arsenal captain Laurent Koscielny’s decision to boycott the club’s pre-season tour over a contractual dispute is the latest blow in an unsettling summer for the Gunners. Facing a third consecutive season outside the Champions League, Arsenal is attempting to play…
Iwobi’s AFCON form shocks Arsenal fans (Punch)
Arsenal fans are shocked by the sterling performance of Alex Iwobi for the Super Eagles at the ongoing 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. Iwobi is a player that isn’t short of criticisms for his performances in the Premier…
I’m under pressure to release ministerial list, says Buhari (Punch)
President Muhammadu Buhari admitted on Thursday night that he had been under unprecedented pressure to release the names of his ministerial-nominees. The President, who made a brief remark during a dinner he had with the leadership of the National Assembly,…
Gunmen invade UI female hostel, injure two students (Punch)
Armed robbers on Friday morning invaded female hostel of the Obafemi Awolowo hall, University of Ibadan and carted away valuables. The invasion of the female hostel, The PUNCH gathered, occurred around 1:30 a.m. and was carried out by armed men…
Over 500 thugs surrender arms in Bauchi (Punch)
Over 500 members of a criminal gang in Bauchi, known by the street name, ‘Sara Suka’, have renounced their membership of the group and surrendered their weapons. The repentant youths, aged between 18 and 25, laid down their arms, which…
R. Kelly ‘arrested on federal sex trafficking charges’ (BBC)
There are said to be 13 charges against the singer, including child abuse images and obstruction of justice, according to the US Attorney’s Office in Chicago. The 52-year-old was arrested by NYPD and Homeland Security officials. He’s already pleaded not…
Three killed, two others injured as flood ravages Plateau community (Punch)
Three persons were killed, and two others injured as flood ravaged some part of Zinaria community of Jos North local government area, Plateau State. The flood also pulled down nine houses, rendering the occupants homeless. Sani Bello, a relative of…