The UK government is set to introduce new legislation in England that will prohibit the sale of energy drinks like Red Bull, Monster, and Prime Energy to anyone under the age of 16. The ban will cover purchases from shops, restaurants, cafes, vending machines, and online platforms as part of a wider effort to reduce…
On Wednesday, September 3, President Bola Tinubu stated that his administration’s bold economic reforms are yielding positive results, restoring Nigeria’s position and earning the country renewed respect on the global stage. The President made these remarks at the State House during a meeting with His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Oladunni Olaoye, Orumogege III, the…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned nine individuals over their alleged involvement in recent killings in Benue and Plateau States. The suspects appeared before a Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Additionally, the DSS charged a suspected gunrunner with unlawful possession of seven M16 rifles. Among those arraigned, Haruna…
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the promotion and deployment of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi to the role of Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations at the Delta State Command. Adejobi, who recently served as the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), received his new rank following approval from the Police…
UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner admitted on Wednesday, September 3, that she failed to pay the correct amount of property tax on a flat purchase, following days of intense scrutiny over her financial affairs. The 45-year-old Labour politician revealed that she has referred herself to the government’s ethics adviser and informed tax authorities, blaming…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has seized 1,600 bottles of assorted beer in the Panshekara area of Kano metropolis. Dr. Mujahid Aminudeen, Deputy Commander General of the board, confirmed the operation during an interview with Punch on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Although he declined to disclose the number of arrests made, Aminudeen said the successful…
A US federal appeals court has ruled against former President Donald Trump’s use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members, blocking its enforcement in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a 2-1 decision, finding that Trump’s reliance on the centuries-old wartime statute was unjustified.…
Colombian footballer Javier Bolivar has come under intense criticism after slapping referee Vanessa Ceballos during a midweek match between Real Alianza Cataquera and Deportivo Quique. The incident took place in the 66th minute when Bolivar, who was on the sidelines, was shown a red card by Ceballos. Before she could fully raise the card, Bolivar…
Police in Harare have detained 14 Chinese nationals at a lodge in Newlands, Zimbabwe, on suspicion of possessing cocaine. The suspects, aged between 22 and 40, remain in custody as investigations proceed. Authorities confirmed that some quantity of cocaine was seized during the operation. The police stated that the arrests are part of ongoing efforts…
Authorities have dismantled Streameast, one of the world’s largest illegal live sports streaming operations, which attracted over 1.6 billion visits in the past year across 80 websites, officials announced. The network, widely used in the UK, US, Canada, Germany, and the Philippines, illegally streamed top-tier sporting events, including major European football leagues such as the…
