November 2024 – Page 282

Shallipopi doesn’t have wonderful voice, I’m more talented than him – Whitemoney

05.11.2024

Big Brother Naija reality star and singer, Hazel Onuo, aka Whitemoney, has shared his opinion on his colleague, Shallipopi. According to him, Shallipopi lacks a “wonderful voice.” Whitemoney, who said he was out to expose Shallipopi, also claimed that he is more exposed and talented than Shallipopi. He spoke during a recent Instagram live session...

Driver killed as police rescue 23 kidnap victims in Niger

05.11.2024

A driver identified as Emeka was killed by suspected kidnappers who abducted five passengers on a journey from Kebbi State to Asaba, Delta State. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday between Kwana-Barau and Kundu village in Niger State. The suspected kidnappers reportedly attacked the vehicle, a Toyota with registration number LND 863 YF, and fatally...

MDCAN hails FG for nullifying UNIZIK VC’s selection process

05.11.2024

The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Awka, Anambra State, has commended President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, and the Permanent Secretary of Education, Mrs Rakiya Ilyasu, for their intervention in the university’s vice-chancellor selection process. In a statement signed by its Chairman,...

IG probes alleged mistreatment of minors from #EndBadGovernance protests

05.11.2024

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered an investigation into allegations of mistreatment of minors arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protests. PUNCH Online reports that on Friday, 76 suspects, mostly minors who appeared malnourished, were arraigned in connection with the protests. Six of the minors collapsed and had to be taken out of the courtroom...

US Election: ‘I feel like I’m running for president’ – Cardi B

05.11.2024

American rapper, Cardi B has said she can’t contain her feelings ahead of the presidential election. The Grammy-winning star shared that she has been nervous and feels like she is running for the presidency. “I don’t know why I’m so nervous for tomorrow. “I feel like I’m running for president,” she shared with her 36...

Adin Ross bets $1 million on Trump to win US presidential election

05.11.2024

Famous American streamer and social media influencer, Adin Ross has placed a $1 million bet on the Republican Party’s candidate, Donald Trump to win today’s presidential election. The internet star disclosed this while sharing the slip of the bet via Instagram on Monday. According to him, Trump is the best candidate for America. He wrote,...

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ASUU differs as FG drops IPPIS payment for tertiary institutions

05.11.2024

The Academic Staff Union of Universities has differed with the Federal Government over the reported removal of the union from the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System. On Monday, an online report (not The PUNCH) stressed that the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation had confirmed the deactivation of the IPPIS for federal...

US Election 2024: How the presidential voting process works

05.11.2024

Today, Americans will vote in the US presidential election, choosing between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump. This election, closely watched worldwide, also includes voting for Congress members, who play a vital role in shaping US laws. The winner will serve a four-year term, starting in January 2025. The Candidates In the Republican Party,...

‘Hungry’ minors: Prioritise children’s safety, education, Yar’Adua urges Northern elders

05.11.2024

The Chairman of the Northern Senators Forum, Abdulaziz Yar’Adua, has called on Northern leaders to prioritise the safety and education of children following the recent release of minors detained during the #EndBadGovernance protests. Speaking on behalf of the forum in a statement on Monday evening, Yar’Adua commended President Bola Tinubu for his swift intervention, which...

Police tells court how woman forced teenager to sleep with husband

05.11.2024

Investigating Police Officer Inspector Elizabeth Osikolu, on Monday, told an Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court how a housewife, Omolara Alashe, allegedly forced a 19-year-old lady to sleep with her husband, to bear a child. Omolara and her husband, Ramoni Lateef, are facing a three-count charge of conspiracy, rape and sexual assault. NAN reports...