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The most educated countries highlighted in this article invest heavily in research to foster innovation across fields such as science, medicine, technology, finance, and engineering. They have also made education highly accessible, with at least 51% of their population attaining tertiary-level education. Below are the most educated countries in the World as listed by Indiatimes: Canada Canada is […]
Continue ReadingWorld Athletics (WA) has rejected an application by Turkey to switch the allegiance of Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili, dealing a significant blow to the athlete’s proposed nationality change ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games. According to a document obtained by Punch, the World Athletics Nationality Review Panel ruled that the application submitted by the Türkiye […]
Continue ReadingGout Gout, 18-year-old Australian sprinter, produced a remarkable performance on Sunday, running a faster 200m time than sprint legend, Usain Bolt achieved at the same age. The teenager won a national title in Sydney after clocking 19.67 seconds, setting a new world U20 record in the process. The run also marked his first legal sub-20-second […]
Continue ReadingInternational Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has reportedly removed Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala from officiating duties at the upcoming 2026 World Cup. Jean-Jacques Ndala, who officiated the final between Senegal and Morocco, came under fire after disallowing a legitimate goal for Senegal just minutes before awarding a penalty to Morocco, which Pape Gueye converted in […]
Continue ReadingNigeria’s measure of poverty has risen to 63 per cent (63%) in 2025, despite a slowdown in inflation, indicating the limited impact of recent macroeconomic improvements on household welfare, the World Bank has said. The bank disclosed this in its Nigeria Development Update (April 2026) titled: “Nigeria’s Tomorrow Must Start Today: The Case for Early […]
Continue ReadingUnited States President, Donald Trump, on April 6, 2026, spoke with the crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission in a 12-minute phone call, praising the four astronauts as “modern-day pioneers” and “brave people” during their historic flight around the far side of the moon. The crew aboard NASA’s Artemis II has officially broken the record […]
Continue ReadingSafety continues to be a major concern across the world as countries grapple with varying levels of crime and insecurity. While some nations have improved their security systems, others still face significant challenges linked to political instability, economic difficulties, organised crime, and weak law enforcement. The latest Numbeo Crime Index for 2026, cited by PUNCH […]
Continue ReadingVon Batten-Montague York L.C., a U.S.-based policy firm, has announced plans to formally engage members of Congress and the Trump administration regarding Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) decision to suspend recognition of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership. The firm’s intervention comes in response to INEC’s recent action withdrawing recognition of the ADC leadership […]
Continue ReadingCanadian government has announced an increase in application fees for permanent residence and citizenship for Nigerians and other foreign nationals seeking residency in the country. The new fees will take effect on April 30, 2026, according to an official notice published on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website, according to Punch. IRCC said the […]
Continue ReadingWith less than three months to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, football fever is already building across the globe. The tournament, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026, will be the largest in the competition’s history, featuring an expanded […]
Continue ReadingBased on the 2026 Numbeo Quality of Life Index, which surveyed 89 nations, high-quality life is largely concentrated in Europe, with Switzerland, Netherlands and Denmark frequently ranked as top contenders. According to a recent report on the 89-nation list, which measures purchasing power, safety, health, and pollution, Nigeria ranks last. See the rankings below: 1 […]
Continue ReadingNigerian national, Chukwuemeka Ahanonu, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of a 56-year-old woman he attacked on a street in Leicester, United Kingdom, after crashing his car while under the influence of cannabis. According to Punch, a report by Leicestershire Police showed that the 24-year-old assaulted the victim, Nila Patel, on June […]
Continue ReadingIran on Wednesday dismissed an American plan to pause the war in the Middle East and launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries, including an assault that sparked a huge fire at Kuwait International Airport. Iran’s defiance came as Israel launched airstrikes on Tehran and Washington deployed paratroopers and more Marines to the region. Iranian […]
Continue ReadingAn announcement on Chuck Norris’ Instagram page has revealed the action movie legend passed on yesterday morning in Hawaii, United States. Just last week, Norris posted a video to social media, below, showing him beating up an opponent. “I don’t age. I level up,” he said, celebrating his 86th birthday. “Nothing like some playful action […]
Continue ReadingAs many countries grapple with ageing populations and shrinking rural communities, governments and local authorities are increasingly introducing incentives to attract new residents and stimulate economic activity. From financial grants to housing support and business funding, these initiatives are aimed at reversing population decline and revitalising underpopulated areas. As reported by Vanguard on Friday, these […]
Continue ReadingA US F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at US air base in the Middle East after it was struck by what is believed to be Iranian fire, according to two sources familiar with the matter. Capt. Tim Hawkins, a spokesperson for US Central Command, said the fifth-generation stealth jet was “flying a combat […]
Continue ReadingNigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that FIFA has rejected its petition against Democratic Republic of the Congo. This was disclosed on Tuesday by the NFF General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi. Sanusi said the federation is not satisfied with the outcome and will begin the process of filing an appeal. He said: “We have received the […]
Continue ReadingPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu was warmly received by the United Kingdom officials as he arrived for a two-day visit, accompanied by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu. Also on the ground to welcome them was the United Kingdom Ambassador to Nigeria, Muhammed Maidugu. The visit goes beyond the formal reception. It reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen the […]
Continue ReadingThe surge in energy prices triggered by the conflict in the Middle East has significantly strengthened the dollar, paradoxically undermining US President Donald Trump’s economic objectives. AFP looks at the reasons behind the greenback’s rise against rivals. – King of oil – At the start of the conflict almost two weeks ago, investors began massively […]
Continue ReadingIran’s new supreme leader ordered the vital Strait of Hormuz oil shipping lane to remain closed on Thursday, while US President Donald Trump said stopping the Islamic Republic’s “evil empire” was more important than crude prices. Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who was reportedly injured in an air strike, has yet to appear publicly since his nomination […]
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