Court forfeits 431 phones linked to Chinese-Nigerian cyber-fraud operation
The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the final forfeiture of 431 mobile phones to the Federal Government after the devices were linked to a cyber-fraud operation involving foreign nationals and local recruits. Justice Deinde Dipeolu granted the order following an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes CommissionContinue Reading
Inside the Ukrainian military unit training fighters from China
Despite the risks, a number of soldiers from the country seen as Russia’s biggest backer have found their way to Ukraine On the makeshift workbench in the cramped front room of a cottage near the frontlines of the Russia-Ukraine war, there are all the accoutrements of a drone workshop. TheContinue Reading
It shouldn’t take the eviction of an 87-year-old to get Spain’s housing crisis fixed | María Ramírez
Pédro Sanchez is an admirer of Zohran Mamdani. It’s time Spanish politicians emulated the New York mayor’s relentless focus on affordable homes Maricarmen Abascal is a determined woman who uses a wheelchair to get around. She has needed her determination over the years she has spent fighting the real estateContinue Reading
The secret lives of men who read romance books: ‘My life is full of love, so I’m drawn to them’
It’s often assumed straight men are not interested in romantic fiction – but many are sharing their passion in forums online After a tiring day as a school maintenance worker, 28-year-old Paul loves nothing more than unwinding with a good romance novel – ideally one with a fantasy or horrorContinue Reading
‘I needed to change’: Peter O’Mahony on ditching hard-edged ritual, and his love of gardening
The former Ireland captain talks about allowing his own feelings, why every coach except Andy Farrell has been ‘a bit mad’, and pain over a ruthless exit from Munster “It’s a natural human instinct, especially as an athlete, that you don’t want to lose,” Peter O’Mahony says on a quiet eveningContinue Reading
‘Beyond priceless’: how a halt to dredging saved the seas of Scotland’s Summer Isles
Fish and shellfish populations were falling rapidly as scallop dredgers devastated the seabed, but local activists and small-scale fishers battled hard to protect their coastline Inside a bothy overlooking the Summer Isles, in the north-west of Scotland, the lilting tones of a traditional Gaelic duo fill a room full ofContinue Reading
Reps speaker sponsors NABTEB, NECO exams for 120 inmates
Speaker of the House of Reps, Tajudeen Abbas, has sponsored the registration of 120 inmates of the FCT Command for the 2026 NABTEB and NECO examinations. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-speaker-sponsors-nabteb-neco-exams-for-120-inmates/Continue Reading
DLA faults FG as National Assembly extends 2025 budget to 2026
The Democratic and Leadership Alliance has faulted the Federal Government over the National Assembly’s decision to extend the 2025 budget to December 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/dla-faults-fg-as-national-assembly-extends-2025-budget-to-2026/Continue Reading
Don’t punish Edo Queens for referee’s error, NFF tells CAF
The Nigeria Football Federation has appealed CAF’s decision to annul Edo Queens’ WAFU-B final victory, arguing the team shouldn’t be punished for a referee Read More: https://punchng.com/dont-punish-edo-queens-for-referees-error-nff-tells-caf/Continue Reading
JAMB extends deadline for 2021-2025 admission acceptance to November 30
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has extended the deadline for candidates with outstanding 2021-2025 admission offers to accept or reject them. Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-extends-deadline-for-2021-2025-admission-acceptance-to-november-30/Continue Reading