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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ The Punch

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About The Punch

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The Punch was founded in 1970 by Olu Aboderin and Sam Amuka. It is owned by Punch Nigeria Limited, a family-owned business, with Mrs. Angela Emuwa (nee Aboderin) currently serving as the Chairman of the board. The outlet generates revenue through advertising and subscription fees.

Media Bias/Fact Check rates The Punch as Left-Center biased, noting that its editorial positions moderately favor the left, while its factual reporting is rated as 'Mixed' due to poor sourcing techniques and some failed fact checks. The outlet has a history of critical and independent reporting, having faced shutdowns and harassment from past military regimes. Notable controversies include strong editorials criticizing the Buhari administration for alleged disobedience to court orders and insensitivity, leading to accusations of bias from the presidency and political groups. In 2019, The Punch launched a fact-checking initiative called 'Punchcheck' to combat misinformation.

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France celebrates PSG Champions League triumph

- Paris Saint-Germain players celebrated their second consecutive Champions League title with a parade through the French capital. - The festivities were marred by widespread unrest, including clashesโ€ฆ

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Oyo Teachers Ordered to Strike Over Abductions

- The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has ordered all public school teachers in Oyo State to withdraw their services starting Monday, June 1. - This action is a protest against the ongoing abductions โ€ฆ

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Nigeria-UAE non-oil trade hits $5bn

- Nigeria's non-oil trade with the United Arab Emirates reached $5 billion in 2025, up from $4.3 billion in 2024. - The UAE plans to open the First Abu Dhabi Bank in Lagos and commence Etihad Airways โ€ฆ

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Spain star Yamal admits he feared missing World Cup

- Spain's young star Lamine Yamal expressed fear of missing the World Cup due to a hamstring injury sustained in April. - The 18-year-old winger is recovering and hopes to be fit for Spain's opening mโ€ฆ

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Six arrested in Ondo over N71m vehicle fraud

- Ondo State Police arrested six men in Ibadan for alleged fraudulent sale of three heavy-duty vehicles valued at over N71 million. - The suspects were apprehended following an intelligence-driven invโ€ฆ

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Ogene wins NDCโ€™s Reps ticket

- Afam Ogene has been selected as the consensus candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ogbaru Federal Constituency for the 2027 House of Representatives election. - Ogene, seeking โ€ฆ

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Childrenโ€™s Day of gloom

- Nigeria marked its 2026 Children's Day under a shadow of gloom as 88 children remained in captivity after being abducted on May 15. - Terrorists from Boko Haram and other gunmen abducted children frโ€ฆ

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Fans react as Zlatan, Seyi Vibez clash online

- Nigerian singers Zlatan Ibile and Seyi Vibez engaged in a public social media dispute that drew significant fan attention. - The conflict, which began with perceived song lyrics, escalated to directโ€ฆ

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Eating disorders among female adolescents

- The article discusses the complexities of eating disorders among female adolescents, noting the transition from overeating to obsessive body image concerns. - Parents' anxieties can inadvertently inโ€ฆ

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Peter Obi names Kwankwaso as running mate

- Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), has named Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as his running mate for the 2027 election. - This pairing unites two prominent opposiโ€ฆ