Samuel Omotere

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News Reporter at Nigerian News Direct

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Buhari hails Adesina’s leadership as AfDB term ends

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has commended Akinwumi Adesina for what he described as a “spectacular performance” at the helm of the African Development Bank as his second and final term comes to an end this August. Buhari hailed Adesina’s leadership and his unmatched achievements on Thursday in a statement obtained by PUNCH Online, noting with pride the role he played in securing Adesina’s appointment during both terms.
NiMet, HEDA partner to boost climate information for small-scale farmers

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency and Human and Environmental Development Agenda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to improve access to weather and climate information for smallholder farmers across Nigeria. This development was announced in a statement released by NiMet’s media team on Wednesday following the signing of a MoU at the agency’s headquarters.
VIDEO: Juma Jux surprises Priscilla Ojo with Range Rover during wedding in Tanzania

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

Priscilla Ojo, Juma Jux Wed in Grand Finale in Tanzania Tanzanian music star, Juma Jux, surprised his bride, Priscilla Ojo, with a brand-new Range Rover during the reception of their grand, multi-country wedding finale, themed ‘African Royal Wedding’, held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Wednesday. During the final leg of the ceremony, Juma made a heartwarming announcement, asking guests to follow him outside for what he called a “small gift” for his wife.
Actress Iyabo Ojo praises colleague Kudi Alagbo for helping raise daughter, Priscilla

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, on her daughter’s final wedding in Tanzania has appreciated her longtime colleague and protégé, Kudirat Ogunro, known as Kudi Alagbo, for her role in raising Priscilla Ojo. The final celebration of the Tanzania artist, Juma Jux and Priscilla’s elaborate wedding, themed ‘African Royal Wedding’, is ongoing in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, following more than five ceremonies held in both Tanzania and Nigeria.
Israeli Airstrike Kills Hamas Leader Sinwar

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

28th May 2025 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has confirmed that Mohammed Sinwar, a senior Hamas figure and brother of Yahya Sinwar, was killed in a recent airstrike. While addressing the parliament on Wednesday, Netanyahu confirmed that multiple Hamas leaders had been eliminated in recent Israeli military operations, with Mohammed Sinwar among those targeted and killed. Details later… All rights reserved.
Lagos to convert 550 more vehicles to CNG by July - Commissioner

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

The Lagos State Government through the IBILE Oil and Gas Corporation has disclosed that 65 vehicles have already been converted to run on Compressed Natural Gas with an additional 550 vehicles expected to be converted by July 2025. This development is part of the state’s clean transport energy programme designed to ease the burden caused by the removal of fuel subsidies.
JUST IN: Dhul Hijjah crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

JUST IN: Dhul Hijjah crescent moon sighted in Saudi ArabiaSamuel OmotereThe authorities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have confirmed the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent, signaling the beginning of the 12th month in the Islamic calendar. In a message posted on Tuesday by Haramain, a Saudi-based online news platform, via X, it was stated that “Wednesday would be the first day of Dhul Hijjah.” Muslims worldwide journey to Makkah for hajj during Dhul Hijjah.
BBNaija auditions free, MultiChoice debunks payment claims

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

A sub-Saharan African video entertainment provider, Multichoice Group, the parent company of DStv and GOtv a sub-Saharan African video entertainment provider, has debunked claims that payment is required to participate in Big Brother Naija auditions. In an announcement made across all their official social media platforms on Tuesday, the company emphasised that both interested participants and the general public should verify all BBNaija-related information solely through their official channels.
Police arrest Abia couple for operating illegal motherless home

1 week ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

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Taskforce raids black spots, arrests 227 suspects in Lagos

2 weeks ago | punchng.com | Samuel Omotere

The Lagos State Taskforce has apprehended 277 individuals across the state during a week-long operation targeting known criminal hotspots. The operation was influenced by intelligence findings and complaints from residents in the affected locations.