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🇳🇬 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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Otti, Kalu mourn AIG Uzuegbu

- Abia State Governor Alex Otti announced the death of Assistant Inspector-General of Police Kanayo Uzuegbu, who succumbed to cancer complications. - Uzuegbu, who resumed duty as AIG of Zone 9 last ye…

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Super Falcons begin camp for Senegal friendlies

- The Super Falcons are gathering in Ikenne, Ogun State, for pre-WAFCON friendlies against Senegal. - Coach Justine Madugu has named a 23-player squad, including key players like Rasheedat Ajibade, Ch…

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AIK begins talks for Nigerian star Yohanna's sale

- Swedish club AIK has begun negotiations for the potential sale of Nigerian player Zadok Yohanna. - The club anticipates a profit exceeding 130,000 kSEK (approximately €12,000) from the transfer. - Y…

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Onuachu wins Süper Lig Goal of the Season award

- Trabzonspor striker Paul Onuachu won the Süper Lig Goal of the Season award for his bicycle kick against Fatih Karagümrük. - The Nigerian forward scored 22 league goals, finishing as joint top score…

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Six arrested for N71m fraud in Ondo

- Six suspects have been arrested in Ondo State, Nigeria, for allegedly defrauding a resident of over N71 million through the fraudulent sale of three heavy-duty vehicles. - The suspects, including a …

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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 clashes…

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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 …

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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 m…

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Ogene wins NDC’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 …

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Children’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 fr…