Nigeria

Six travellers abducted on Benue road

Six travellers were abducted by suspected bandits on the Naka–Makurdi road in Benue State. The kidnappers have reportedly demanded a N100m ransom. Read More: https://punchng.com/six-travellers-abducted-on-benue-road/ ​Read More

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Spires 5-Aside opens registration for Season 3

Registration is now open for the 2026 Spires 5-Aside Naija Street Soccer Tournament. Learn about the expanded player empowerment and new rules. Read More: https://punchng.com/spires-5-aside-opens-registration-for-season-3/ ​Read More

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Petralon advances marginal field with Shell support

With support from Shell, Petralon Energy achieves a major milestone, reaching first oil at its Dawes Island marginal field, boosting confidence in local op Read More: https://punchng.com/petralon-advances-marginal-field-with-shell-support/ ​Read More

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Cold meals raise food poisoning risk — Nutritionists

Nutritionists warn that eating cold meals increases food poisoning risk. Learn why warm food is safer for digestion and how to avoid bacterial contaminatio Read More: https://punchng.com/cold-meals-raise-food-poisoning-risk-nutritionists/ ​Read More

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Onyekwere-Lyons eyes double Commonwealth Games glory

Reigning discus champion Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons aims for historic dual Commonwealth Games glory by competing in both athletics and weightlifting in 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/onyekwere-lyons-eyes-double-commonwealth-games-glory/ ​Read More

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Ondo athletes eye Niger Delta Games top spot

Ondo State athletes express confidence and aim for medals at the 2nd Niger Delta Games in Edo State after an intense training camp. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-athletes-eye-niger-delta-games-top-spot/ ​Read More

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AIU bans Nigeria’s long-distance runner Solomon

Nigerian long-distance runner Blessing Solomon has received a three-year ban from the AIU after testing positive for the prohibited substance Trimetazidine Read More: https://punchng.com/aiu-bans-nigerias-long-distance-runner-solomon/ ​Read More

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Adeagbo hails Ikpefan on Olympics milestone

Simidele Adeagbo praises Samuel Ikpefan, the first Nigerian to compete at two Winter Olympic Games, calling his achievement historic and inspirational. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeagbo-hails-ikpefan-on-olympics-milestone/ ​Read More

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