Nigerians caught in the hostilities between Israel and Iran have called for help from underground shelters amid heavy exchange of missiles between the two countries. Those who spoke to Saturday PUNCH slammed the Nigerian government for not doing enough, adding that other countries had started evacuating their citizens. Meanwhile, the Federal Government said it was awaiting border clearance to...

The Brazilian delegation was received at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in the early hours of Tuesday. They were received by the Deputy Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Ibrahim Hadejia; Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole; two other ministers; and Nigerian government officials. Senator Hadejia, who spoke at the airport reception,...

In a move set to deepen Nigeria’s democratic culture, the Senate is working to institutionalize an annual Presidential Address on June 12—Nigeria’s Democracy Day. This proposed legislation aims to ensure that every year, the President reflects on the nation’s democratic progress and outlines future commitments. June 12, already recognized as Democracy Day to honor the...

Islam, Christianity, and Judaism are known as the Abrahamic faiths — all tracing their roots to Prophet Abraham (Ibrahim) and teaching belief in one God. The Qur’an presents Islam not as a new faith, but as the final and complete message in a long chain of divine revelations.   📖 What the Qur’an Says The Qur’an clearly states that Islam confirms and continues...

Abubakar Idris, widely known as Dadiyata, a prominent social media influencer who went missing in 2019, has been confirmed dead following a private investigation. Dadiyata was abducted at gunpoint from his home in Barnawa, Kaduna State, on August 2, 2019. His disappearance sparked national and international concern, with many suspecting political motives due to his outspoken criticism of top...