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Ex-Guinean PM, opposition leader Sidya Toure dies at 81Sidya Toure, a former prime minister and leading opposition figure in Guinea, has died in Paris at the age of 81 after a period of illness.The Punch
Atiku campaign promises more appointments, says ‘no one is forgotten’Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 presidential campaign council has promised to announce more appointments, assuring supporters that no one has been forgotten. Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-campaign-promises-more-appointments-says-no-one-is-forgotten/The Punch
Tenth woman found dead in South Africa’s string of killingsPolice in South Africa have found a tenth body in Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg, amid growing concern over a string of women killed in two months. Read More: https://punchng.com/tenth-woman-found-dead-in-south-africas-string-of-killings/The Punch
Brazil’s president bans sports betting days ahead of electionBrazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has banned sports betting sites just days before a presidential election, calling the industry a ‘cancer’. Read More: https://punchng.com/brazils-president-bans-sports-betting-days-ahead-of-election/The Punch
Timeline: How Man City’s 115 financial charges unfoldedA timeline of how Manchester City were reportedly found guilty on 114 of 115 counts of breaching the Premier League's financial rules between 2009 and 2018The Punch
WHO urges sustained investment to fight future pandemic threatsThe World Health Organisation has warned that continued action and investment are needed to sustain progress and prepare the world for future pandemic threThe Punch
US, China agree to create ‘communication channel’ for AI incidentsThe United States and China have agreed to establish a communication channel for artificial intelligence incidents, the White House announced after a summi Read More: https://punchng.com/us-china-agree-to-create-communication-channel-for-ai-incidents/The Punch
2027: Join APC if you want to back Tinubu, Zamfara gov tells WikeZamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has told FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to join the APC if he wants to support President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-join-apc-if-you-want-to-back-tinubu-zamfara-gov-tells-wike/The Punch
PREVIEW: Super Eagles host Madagascar in 2027 AFCON qualifierPreview of the Super Eagles’ 2027 AFCON qualifier against Madagascar in Uyo, as Nigeria begin their campaign without injured striker Victor Osimhen. Read More: https://punchng.com/preview-super-eagles-host-madagascar-in-2027-afcon-qualifier/The Punch
Why Atiku named El-Rufai in ADC campaign council — Dele MomoduADC chieftain Dele Momodu explains that Atiku Abubakar appointed Nasir El-Rufai to his 2027 campaign council to honour the ex-governor’s sacrifices. Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-picked-el-rufai-to-honour-his-sacrifice-momodu/The Punch
Woman clears Jay-Z of rape allegationA woman who accused rapper Jay-Z of raping her when she was 13 has formally withdrawn the allegation, stating in a court declaration that it was false. Read More: https://punchng.com/woman-clears-jay-z-of-rape-allegation/The Punch
PDP dissolves Kano executive, appoints caretakerThe Peoples Democratic Party has dissolved its State Working Committee in Kano State and appointed a caretaker committee to oversee the party’s affairs. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-dissolves-kano-executive-appoints-caretaker/The Punch
Ireland midfielder wants Israel qualifier called offRepublic of Ireland midfielder Jason Knight has called for the team’s World Cup qualifier against Israel to be stopped amid the ongoing war in Gaza. Read More: https://punchng.com/ireland-midfielder-wants-israel-qualifier-called-off/The Punch
NDC says support group registration is freeThe Nigeria Democratic Congress has warned party officials against charging fees for support group registration, stating that the process is free. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndc-says-support-group-registration-is-free/The Punch
FULL LIST: S’Arabia, Iran, others walk out as Netanyahu attacks MamdaniDozens of delegates, including from Saudi Arabia and Iran, walked out of the 81st UN General Assembly during Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-sarabia-iran-others-walk-out-as-netanyahu-attacks-mamdani/The Punch
2027: Moghalu rejects Atiku campaign appointmentA former CBN Deputy Governor, Kingsley Moghalu, has rejected his appointment to Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 campaign policy team, stating he was not consulted. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-moghalu-rejects-atiku-campaign-appointment/The Punch
UEFA Nations League: Felix gives Portugal win over Wales as Ronaldo misfiresJoao Felix scored the only goal as Portugal secured a 1-0 home victory over Wales in their opening UEFA Nations League match, despite Ronaldo misfiring. Read More: https://punchng.com/uefa-nations-league-felix-gives-portugal-win-over-wales-as-ronaldo-misfires/The Punch
Ghanaian lawmaker collapses while delivering speechGhanaian Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis-Xavier Sosu, collapsed on Thursday while delivering a speech and was assisted off stage for medical care. Read More: https://punchng.com/ghanaian-lawmaker-collapses-while-delivering-speech/The Punch
2027: ADC receives ex-Ondo PDP gov candidate as Atiku tackles APCFormer Ondo PDP governorship candidate, Eyitayo Jegede, has defected to the ADC with his supporters, as Atiku Abubakar criticises the APC government. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-adc-receives-ex-ondo-pdp-gov-candidate-as-atiku-tackles-apc/The Punch
Medical team begins probe into 37 miners’ deaths in NSCDC custodyA medical team has begun a probe to determine the cause of death for 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the NSCDC in Niger State. Read More: https://punchng.com/medical-team-begins-probe-into-37-miners-deaths-in-nscdc-custody/The Punch
I was sexually assaulted in 2021, says Ex-England striker Andy CarrollFormer England striker Andy Carroll has revealed in his new autobiography that he was sexually assaulted at his home in 2021 while playing for Newcastle. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-was-sexually-assaulted-in-2021-says-ex-england-striker-andy-carroll/The Punch
JUST IN: Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury to fight in Cardiff December 11Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will meet in a long-awaited all-British heavyweight showdown at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on December 11. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-anthony-joshua-tyson-fury-to-fight-in-cardiff-december-11/The Punch
NDLEA busts Nigerian-Mexican meth lab in Enugu, arrests twoThe NDLEA has dismantled a Nigerian-Mexican meth lab in Enugu, arresting two suspects linked to a Mexican drug cartel and seizing large quantities of chemi Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-busts-nigerian-mexican-meth-lab-in-enugu-arrests-two/The Punch
Nigeria, US sign pact to deepen mining investmentNigeria and the United States have signed an agreement to deepen American investment in the country’s mining sector, valued at an estimated $700bn. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-us-sign-pact-to-deepen-mining-investment/The Punch
US releases additional $267m to combat Ebola outbreakThe United States on Wednesday announced the release of an additional $267 million in funding to support the fight against the ongoing Ebola epidemic inThe Punch
I bear no hatred towards those who abandoned me, says El-RufaiFormer Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai says he bears no hatred or resentment towards former colleagues, friends, and family who have abandoned him. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-bear-no-hatred-towards-those-who-abandoned-me-says-el-rufai/The Punch
Wayne Rooney reveals why he had nose job, denies weight-loss jabsFormer England captain Wayne Rooney has revealed he had surgery on his nose for breathing issues and denied using weight-loss injections for his new look. Read More: https://punchng.com/wayne-rooney-reveals-why-he-had-nose-job-denies-weight-loss-jabs/The Punch
England can win trophies without copying Spain’s style — GordonAnthony Gordon says England can win major tournaments by focusing on their own strengths rather than trying to copy Spain’s possession-based style of play. Read More: https://punchng.com/england-can-win-trophies-without-copying-spains-style-gordon/The Punch
Harry Kane considers NFL kicking alongside future MLS careerEngland captain Harry Kane reveals he could combine a future career in Major League Soccer with his long-held ambition of becoming an NFL kicker. Read More: https://punchng.com/harry-kane-considers-nfl-kicking-alongside-future-mls-career/The Punch
From Renard to Vieira: New coaches take charge in AFCON qualifiersSeveral prominent coaches, including Hervé Renard and Patrick Vieira, face their first tests as the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers begin this week. Read More: https://punchng.com/from-renard-to-vieira-new-coaches-take-charge-in-afcon-qualifiers/The Punch
Ronaldo targets winning Nations League, reaching 1000 goalsPortugal and Al Nassr striker Cristiano Ronaldo has identified two major targets for the next phase of his career: helping Portugal win the UEFA Nations League and reaching 1,000 career goals. The Portugal captain made his ambitions clear as he continues to pursue further success at both international and individual level. In a post by Read More: https://punchng.com/my-target-is-winning-nations-league-reaching-1000-goals-ronaldo/The Punch
I signed Saudi Pro League contract to secure my grandchildren’s future – ReijndersDutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders says he signed a lucrative Saudi Pro League contract with Al Qadsiah to secure his grandchildren’s financial future. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-signed-saudi-pro-league-contract-to-secure-my-grandchildrens-future-reijnders/The Punch
US vows to punish Iran after tankers strikeThe US vows to punish Iran after Houthi allies strike Saudi tankers, sending oil prices soaring and raising global alarm over escalating US Iran conflict. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-vows-to-punish-iran-after-tankers-strike/The Punch
Senate backs bill to compel Facebook, TikTok, others open offices in NigeriaThe Nigerian Senate supports a bill mandating social media companies like Facebook and TikTok to open physical offices in Nigeria, aiming for greater accou Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-backs-bill-to-compel-facebook-tiktok-others-open-offices-in-nigeria/The Punch
REAN urges action to accelerate Nigeria’s clean energy transitionREAN calls for concrete action to accelerate Nigeria’s clean energy transition, unlock investment, and expand energy access. Learn more about the push for Read More: https://punchng.com/rean-urges-action-to-accelerate-nigerias-clean-energy-transition/The Punch