More stories

1. The blood-sucking demon on Otedola Bridge Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   A columnist argues that attributing frequent Otedola Bridge accidents to a ‘blood-sucking demon’ is a metaphor for the human errors LASTMA identified. Read More: https://punchng.com/the-blood-sucking-demon-on-otedola-bridge/

2. NIMASA deploys drones, armoured vehicles against sea crimes Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   NIMASA’s Deep Blue Project has deployed advanced technology, including drones and armoured vehicles, to combat sea crimes and illegal activities in Nigeria Read More: https://punchng.com/nimasa-deploys-drones-armoured-vehicles-against-sea-crimes/

3. Police nab NSCDC officer for shooting in Abuja market Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   The FCT Police Command has arrested an NSCDC Deputy Superintendent, Onoja Samuel, for allegedly firing shots in a market in Kubwa, Abuja. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-nab-nscdc-officer-for-shooting-in-abuja-market/

4. UCL winner tells Juventus to sign Osimhen Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   Former Italy international Marco Borriello has suggested Juventus should sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, praising his strength and Serie A experience Read More: https://punchng.com/ucl-winner-tells-juventus-to-sign-osimhen/

5. Yobe court jails man seven years for sex with minor Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   A Federal High Court in Damaturu, Yobe State, has sentenced a 20-year-old man, Dauda Umaru, to seven years in prison for having sex with a minor. Read More: https://punchng.com/yobe-court-jails-man-seven-years-for-sex-with-minor/

6. Customs intercepts another five pangolins in Ogun Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted another five live pangolins during an anti-smuggling operation along the Igbo-Ora/Imeko-Afon axis of Ogun State Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-intercepts-another-five-pangolins-in-ogun/

7. Apapa access road overloaded with 7,000 trucks daily – NPA Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   The Nigerian Ports Authority says the Apapa access road, designed for 2,400 trucks, is overloaded with over 7,000 trucks daily, causing major congestion. Read More: https://punchng.com/apapa-access-road-overloaded-with-7000-trucks-daily-npa/

8. Leeds target ‘easy’ Sanusi deal Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   Leeds United are considering a January move for Nigerian international Zaidu Sanusi, with the Porto left-back’s contract situation creating a cut-price dea Read More: https://punchng.com/leeds-target-easy-sanusi-deal/

9. Abia Warriors fight five-match ban on media officer Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   Abia Warriors have appealed the five-match suspension on their media officer, Chidera Igwe, calling the punishment by the NPFL excessive and unjustified. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-warriors-fight-five-match-ban-on-media-officer/

10. Rangers turn focus to Rivers United Punch · 28 Oct 2026

    Rangers International will face Rivers United in an NPFL matchday 11 fixture after being eliminated from the CAF Champions League by MC Alger. Read More: https://punchng.com/rangers-turn-focus-to-rivers-united/