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Former President Goodluck Jonathan says the 2027 general election will test Nigeria’s democratic maturity, urging citizens to prioritise peace and unity.

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat faces criticism for calling the state’s traffic congestion a ‘lifestyle’ to be celebrated, revealing his detachment.

As global demand for lithium soars, Nigeria faces a critical choice: repeat the mistakes made with oil or build a sustainable domestic industry.

ADC governorship candidate in Rivers, Gabriel Pidomson, says the people will reject any attempt to impose a governor on them in the 2027 election.

A look at the 10 best British football exports since 2000, featuring standout players like Gareth Bale, Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane, and David Beckham.

Rafael Leão will wear Portugal’s iconic No. 7 jersey for the next two UEFA Nations League matches following Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure from the camp.

The US Department of War has established an Office of Religious Affairs to strengthen the moral, ethical, and spiritual readiness of American military pers Read More: https://punchng.com/us-establishes-office-of-religious-affairs/

Premier League club Everton has celebrated Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary with a graphic featuring Nigerian stars who have played for the club.

The Federal Government has launched a new digital postcode system and urged Nigerians to find and use their unique 11-character codes for their addresses.

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has assured residents of safety and called for unity as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence anniversary.

The United States Government has congratulated Nigeria on its 66th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.

Lagos Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has urged Agege residents to mobilise support for the APC, Bola Tinubu, and other party candidates ahead of the 2027 election Read More: https://punchng.com/obasa-rallies-voters-for-apc-urges-support-for-tinubu-hamzat/

The Association of Professional Female Builders of Nigeria has pledged to empower more women to increase their visibility and opportunities in the industry Read More: https://punchng.com/female-builders-pledge-to-empower-more-women/

A cleric, Dr Rasheed Akinbile, says Nigeria is in an ‘institutional adolescence’ at its 66th anniversary, facing tests of power transfer and national unity Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-facing-institutional-adolescence-at-66-says-cleric/

The Kano State Government has recruited 2,037 health workers to address manpower shortages and strengthen healthcare delivery across the state.