40th Birthday: Senator Teslim Folarin Eulogizes Tolani Adigun, Describes Her As Shining Example Of Selfless Leadership, Beacon Of Hope
In a heartfelt tribute, Senator Teslim Kolawole Folarin has celebrated Hon. (Mrs.) Tolani Adigun on the occasion of her 40th birthday, praising her as a beacon of hope and a shining example of selfless leadership. In a special birthday message, Senator Folarin highlighted Adigun’s relentless efforts in youth empowerment, advocacy, and philanthropy, particularly for women…
Lagos pastor, landlord trade tackles over rent, property damage
A tenant, Peter Jolomi, has accused his landlord, Richard Ayitu, of denying him access to his property on New Bakery, off Adeba Road, in the Ibeju Lekki area of Lagos State. Jolomi, in an interview with Saturday PUNCH, alleged that his property was thrown out and left on the street of the estate for several…
5 things to do when your landlord increases rent
Receiving notice of a rent increase can be a challenging experience for tenants, often stirring feelings of anxiety and concern about the future. Rent represents a significant portion of many individuals’ or families’ monthly budgets, and any rise can lead to financial strain. Understanding the implications of a rent increase and the options available to…
FG extends civil service recruitment deadline to March 17
The Federal Government has extended the deadline for applications into the Federal Civil Service to March 17, 2025. The Federal Civil Service Commission initially announced the recruitment exercise on January 27, 2025, offering over 70 positions across various ministries, departments, and agencies. However, many citizens lamented difficulties accessing the recruitment portal, prompting widespread calls for…
FG forgoes $577.6m as road tax credit to NNPCL
The Federal Government has forgone $577.6m in tax revenue under the Road Infrastructure Tax Credit Scheme to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited from February to December 2024. The FAAC Post-Mortem Report for February 2025 obtained by Sunday PUNCH revealed that $52.5m was deducted monthly from the FIRS JV Gas Company Income Tax, bringing the total…
FG pushes for improved girl-child education to break poverty cycle
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has advocated for more education for the girl child, saying the more the girl-child is educated, the more the cycle of poverty is broken in Nigeria. Speaking on Friday in Abuja while inaugurating the implementation committees of Luminah 2030 and Quality Education and Learning Outcomes Initiatives, the minister…
APC, PDP clash over Akpabio’s alleged role in ex-gov Emmanuel’s invitation by EFCC
The All Progressives Congress Media Network in Akwa Ibom State has debunked a media report by the Peoples Democratic Party linking the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, to a smear campaign to rubbish ex-Governor Udom Emmanuel over his invitation by the Economic and Financial Crime Commission. The recent invitation extended to Udom by the anti-graft agency…
PDP condemns Natasha’s suspension
The Peoples Democratic Party has condemned the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Senate over a clash with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over seat arrangements. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the PDP stated that the actions taken by the Akpabio-led Senate leadership against Akpoti-Uduaghan…
Failed Al Nassr move won’t affect Boniface, Alonso insists
Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso is confident that Nigeria striker Victor Boniface will fight for his place in the champions’ team despite almost leaving the club to join Saudi Premier League giants Al Nassr in January, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Super Eagles forward was set for a lucrative €15m per season move to the Saudi club…
Bundesliga: Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz ruled out with ankle injury
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz has been ruled out for several weeks after suffering a ligament injury in his right ankle during Saturday’s 2-0 home defeat to Werder Bremen. The 21-year-old, who was introduced at the start of the second half, was forced off in the 59th minute following a foul. An MRI scan conducted…
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