US President Donald Trump has defended Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth amid reports that some Republicans are blaming him for the party’s poor performance in the midterm elections and are considering efforts to impeach him. According to CNN, Democrats, who reportedly secured control of the House of Representatives following the elections, could move as early as next week to impeach Hegseth. Republican critics have reportedly accused the defence secretary of playing a major role in persuading Trump to launch military action against Iran without a clear exit strategy. The criticism comes as some Republicans seek to distance themselves from the political…
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OPay has explained how Nigerians can check their eligibility for the Federal Government’s N50,000 monthly cash assistance programme while warning customers against fraudsters seeking to exploit the intervention. The fintech company said the financial support is being distributed under the National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI), which is designed to assist vulnerable Nigerians who meet the government’s eligibility requirements. According to a report by Punch published on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, OPay disclosed that qualified customers would receive a notification on the homepage of their mobile application. Beneficiaries who receive the notification are expected to open it and follow…
A social media post has attracted attention after a married woman reportedly appealed to her husband’s alleged sidechick, identified as Evelyn Arthur, with an unusual request concerning her marriage and the man they share. The message, shared on Facebook by Fati Alhassan, was written by a woman whose identity was not disclosed. In the post, the woman claimed she had been monitoring Evelyn’s social media comments and had become aware of the relationship between her and her husband. According to her account, her husband had strong feelings for Evelyn and frequently mentioned her name whenever the couple had disagreements. She…
From the proposed $465 million revival of ALSCON to billion-dollar investments, gas commercialisation, power generation and maritime infrastructure,… From the proposed $465 million revival of ALSCON to billion-dollar investments, gas commercialisation, power generation and maritime infrastructure, the Tinubu administration is advancing a series of initiatives that could transform Akwa Ibom’s industrial landscape. The Liberty Oil and Gas Free Zone, whose industrial development is centred around Ikot Abasi and other communities in Akwa Ibom State, is attracting renewed attention as the Federal Government pursues its industrialisation, energy diversification and investment drive under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Established through a presidential declaration…
The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has cautioned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, against engaging in a political confrontation. The cleric urged the two politicians to exercise maturity and avoid allowing individuals allegedly interested in creating disagreements between them to succeed. Ayodele gave the warning in a video posted on his official Facebook page on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, where he appealed to both men to maintain peace and handle their relationship carefully. Addressing the politicians, the prophet repeatedly warned them against fighting,…
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has praised his players after they fought back from a two-goal deficit to secure a dramatic Champions League victory over Roma at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. The Red Devils had entered the encounter after failing to win their previous nine matches in all competitions. Roma took a two-goal lead, but Bruno Fernandes pulled one back with a retaken penalty before Matheus Cunha scored twice to complete United’s comeback. Speaking to UEFA after the match, Carrick described the encounter as challenging and acknowledged that his team had struggled with nerves during the opening stages. “It…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council has introduced new guidelines restricting ministers, political appointees and campaign council members to rallies organised in their respective home states ahead of the 2027 general election. The directive was contained in a circular dated Tuesday and signed by the council’s Director-General, Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar. It was addressed to all directors and heads of directorates. The circular outlined participation guidelines for the party’s presidential campaign rallies across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. According to the council, the measures are intended to improve coordination and strengthen grassroots mobilisation as the…
Governor Hope Uzodimma’s Special Adviser on Electronic and Creative Media, Collins Opurozor, has dismissed allegations that the Imo State governor is seeking to become Senate President while still serving as governor. Opurozor, who spoke in an interview with Arise News on Saturday, October 31, 2026, said Uzodimma had never told anyone that he intended to contest for the position. His comments followed claims by political opponents suggesting that the governor was overambitious and interested in the Senate presidency. According to the governor’s aide, the allegations do not reflect any declaration made by his principal. “I can’t remember my principal telling…
Chika Ekezie, an indigene of Imo State living with HIV, has recounted how his diagnosis and experience of discrimination inspired him to become an advocate for people living with the condition. Ekezie said he publicly disclosed his HIV status in November 2024 after spending seven years denying his condition. In an interview with The Punch, he explained that he discovered his status after experiencing recurring health problems, including fever, fatigue, pneumonia, night sweats, severe headaches and weight loss. He said he initially ignored the symptoms, often visiting pharmacies to buy medication and resting whenever he felt better. However, after repeatedly…
A Point-of-Sale (POS) operator, Murtala Abdullahi, has recounted how a commercial motorcyclist he allegedly sent to deliver N1.8 million was later found dead in a forest, with his head reportedly cut off. Abdullahi shared the account during an interview with Brekete Family TV and Radio Station, explaining that he had given the money to the motorcyclist, identified as Abazara Mahrazu, to deliver to someone. According to the POS operator, the delivery journey was from Fadan Karshi in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State to Unguwan Mailafia. He said Abazara was carrying the N1.8 million in a bag when he…