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Kidnappers of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar and his wife release video, demanding livestock and the release of their members. Read more on Punch. Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnappers-of-ex-army-general-release-video-demand-livestock-members-release/

Watch the dramatic video of passersby in Okpanam, Delta State, rescuing a man swept away by floodwaters after a heavy downpour. Averted tragedy. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-passersby-rescue-man-swept-away-by-floodwaters-in-delta/

David Sullivan has resigned as West Ham co-chair after 16 years, citing false allegations about his private life. Learn more about his departure and West H Read More: https://punchng.com/west-ham-co-chair-david-sullivan-resigns/

Senator Ali Ndume commends President Tinubu and Minister Umahi for the N1.2 trillion Gombe-Biu Road project, set to boost North-East economy and security. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndume-hails-tinubu-umahi-over-n1-2trn-gombe-biu-road-project/

The Federal Government has commenced $100m 20MW power projects in Kogi State, part of efforts to expand electricity access and stimulate economic growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-begins-100m-20mw-power-projects-in-kogi/

A new report ranks Kaduna and Delta states ahead of 34 others in Nigeria’s governance index. Discover how these states achieved top scores in performance a Read More: https://punchng.com/report-ranks-kaduna-delta-ahead-of-34-states-in-governance-index/

Commuters express frustration as heavy downpour causes severe flooding on Enugu’s Nsukka Road. Videos show vehicles stranded and pedestrians struggling ami Read More: https://punchng.com/video-commuters-lament-as-flood-takes-over-enugu-road/

NECO reports a decline in candidates as 58,187 sit for the 2026 common entrance exam nationwide. Female candidates outnumber males, reflecting girl-child e Read More: https://punchng.com/neco-reports-decline-as-58187-candidates-sit-2026-common-entrance-exam-nationwide/

Former President Goodluck Jonathan emphasizes the judiciary’s role in Nigeria’s future, urging legal practitioners to uphold justice and the rule of law fo Read More: https://punchng.com/jonathan-urges-judiciary-to-uphold-justice-rule-of-law/

Nasarawa Labour Party factional chairman, Alexander Ombugu, alleges threats to his life over party primaries and seeks police protection. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-lp-factional-chair-alleges-threat-to-life-seeks-protection/

Former Cross River Governor, Donald Duke, has been cleared by the PRP as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2159738-2/

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Pastor William Kumuyi on his 85th birthday, praising the Deeper Life founder’s unwavering faith and global impact. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-celebrates-kumuyi-at-85/

Bayelsa State Police confirm false bandit alarm in Yenagoa, restoring calm after panic closures. Residents urged to disregard unverified news. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-restore-calm-after-false-bayelsa-bandit-alarm/

Kaduna State Police Command successfully rescued three kidnap victims after 40 days in captivity and arrested five suspected informants. Read more on the K Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-three-kidnap-victims-after-40-days-in-captivity/

Discover the full list of demands made by abductors in Oyo State for the release of pupils and teachers, including ransom and release of detained commander Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-what-oyo-abductors-are-demanding-before-releasing-pupils-teachers/

The Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) has donated modern security gadgets to the Lagos Police Command to enhance crime-fighting and public safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-lsstf-equips-lagos-police-command-with-security-gadgets/

Former Minister Solomon Dalung criticizes the Tinubu administration’s handling of Nigeria insecurity, accusing them of lacking political will and focusing Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-can-track-critics-in-minutes-but-fails-to-track-terrorists-dalung/

FIFA clarifies its World Cup water bottle policy, now allowing fans to bring one soft, plastic disposable bottle after an initial ban sparked outcry. Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-to-allow-disposable-water-bottles-at-world-cup-games-after-outcry/

Ekiti Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the abduction and assault of Ikere-West LCDA chairman, Rufus Olorunfemi. Investigation ongoing Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-three-over-ekiti-council-boss-abduction/

Governor Umo Eno pushes for clear execution timelines and milestones for the Ibom Deep Sea Port project, aiming to accelerate its delivery and establish Ak Read More: https://punchng.com/eno-seeks-execution-timelines-for-ibom-deep-sea-port/