A Nigerian citizen has died following his detention and questioning by officials of the Railway Protection Force at Surat Railway Station in India, prompting the Government Railway Police to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. The man, whose identity was not disclosed, was travelling from Mumbai to Delhi on the Golden Temple Express when … Read more
Suspected hoodlums on Wednesday reportedly attacked the convoy of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke shortly after he left the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji, resulting in an exchange of gunfire between the attackers and the governor’s security operatives. The shooting, which lasted for about 12 to 15 minutes, occurred shortly … Read more
Francis Clifford Smith, a US inmate who spent more than seven decades in prison and survived eight scheduled execution dates, has died at the age of 101, the BBC reported on Wednesday. Smith was convicted of first-degree murder in Connecticut in 1950, when he was 25, but maintained his innocence throughout his imprisonment. He … Read more
The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting investors in the hospitality sector, assuring businesses of continued efforts to create a favourable environment for sustainable growth and development. The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun, gave the assurance when he received the management team of Metro Tulip Apartment Hotel & … Read more
The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening evidence-based HIV prevention through improved data collection and research as it commenced training for stakeholders ahead of the 2026 Integrated Biological and Behavioural Surveillance Survey (IBBSS). The training, held at the Development Support Centre (DSC), Iyaganku, Ibadan, is part of preparations for the nationwide … Read more
Applicants found to have submitted fraudulent or altered documents or information in Canadian immigration applications may face severe penalties, including a minimum five-year ban from entering Canada, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. IRCC warned applicants on Wednesday on X that immigration fraud can involve a range of false or altered documents, including … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is currently chairing a Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House in Abuja, marking his first FEC session since June 29, 2026. The meeting began with the national anthem after Tinubu arrived at the Council Chamber at 2:30 pm to chair the session. The meeting is being attended by the … Read more
Manchester United are reportedly nearing an agreement to sign Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba as the club steps up efforts to bolster its midfield ahead of the new season. United attempted to sign the Cameroon international last summer but were put off by Brighton’s valuation, which was in excess of £100 million. However, Baleba’s price … Read more
The Oyo State Government has announced Thursday, August 20, 2026, as a work-free day across the state to commemorate this year’s Isese Day celebration. The declaration was contained in a statement issued and signed by the Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde, on Wednesday. According to the statement, Governor Seyi Makinde … Read more
The United States will implement stricter public charge assessments for certain green card applicants starting September 18, 2026, under new guidance issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The updated guidance published on USCIS’ website and sighted by PUNCH Online on Wednesday explains how USCIS officers will determine whether an immigrant applying to adjust … Read more