NGPropiedad y clasificación
Fundado: 1971
Propiedad
El Punch es un diario de Lagos publicado por Punch Nigeria Limited, fundado por el contador James Olu Aboderin y el periodista Sam Amuka (que más tarde se fue para comenzar Vanguard). El Sunday Punch apareció por primera vez en 1971 y el diario en 1976; la propiedad ha permanecido con la familia Aboderin.
Financiación
Un periódico comercial de propiedad privada financiado por publicidad, ventas impresas y suscripciones en línea, sin respaldo estatal o partidario.
Afiliación y postura
Uno de los periódicos más leídos de Nigeria, con una reputación por la defensa de la libertad de prensa y la cobertura adversaria de los que están en el poder; editorialmente ampliamente centrista.
Sesgo editorial
- Nuestra estimación
- Centro
- Medido por su cobertura
- Centrosegún 720
84/100
Veracidad
81/100
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1129
Artículos
1129
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Putin reconoce las tarjetas de petróleo por primera vez
La Copa del Mundo: Messi rompe el récord de goles, Argelia sobrevive, pero Jordania es eliminada
Marruecos ganó el respeto del mundo eliminando a Holanda.
Siete razones por las que temo por Inglaterra contra México
España y Cabo Verde empatan en el Mundial
CNN: Por qué el futuro de los precios del petróleo dependerá de China
WM 2026: 1/16-final CIV-NOR Haaland con el último gol de la victoria: Noruega se impone
Puerta de luz tras el cambio, Bélgica asegura a Remis contra Egipto
Hemos trazado una línea bajo la primera parte del Mundial de Fútbol: Messi espera a Ronaldo
Cobertura reciente
Ancelotti dice que nunca dudó de que el "sufrimiento" de Brasil marcaría
En el partido de la ronda de 32 de la Copa Mundial de 2026 entre Brasil y Japón, Brasil aseguró una dramática victoria por 2-1 en el minuto 95 gracias a un gol del sustituto Gabriel Martinelli. El triunfo avanzó a Brasil a la Copa Mundial de los últimos 16, marcando la última instancia de un gol ganador de último minuto en las etapas de nocaut desde 1966. A pesar de que Japón lideraba por 1-0 en el medio tiempo debido a algunos errores defensivos de Brasil, el equipo sudamericano dominó la segunda mitad con goles de Casemiro y Martinelli. El entrenador Carlo Ancelotti enfatizó la resistencia y la paciencia del equipo, y señaló que tenía confianza en su capacidad para superar los desafíos. También mencionó que Neymar, el máximo goleador de Brasil, permaneció en el banquillo hasta los últimos momentos, aunque no fue sustituido debido a la exitosa recuperación del equipo.
A’ Court overturns Oyo court judgment permitting Hijab at UI International school
The Court of Appeal in Ibadan overturned a 2022 ruling by the Oyo State High Court that allowed Muslim students at the International School, University of Ibadan (ISI), to wear hijab as part of their school uniform. The appellate court, in a 2-1 decision, determined that the Supreme Court’s precedent allowing hijab in public schools does not apply to private institutions like ISI. The majority opinion, authored by Justice Biobele Georgewill, argued that students had waived their right to wear hijab by agreeing to follow the school’s dress code policies. Justice Fadawu Umar dissented, stating the appeal lacked merit. The case originated in 2018 when Muslim students challenged the school’s hijab ban, and the high court initially ruled in their favor in 2022.
African Union calls emergency meeting as US ends Somalia army funds
The African Union (AU) has called an emergency meeting regarding its military mission in Somalia, AUSSOM, following the United States' announcement to terminate funding to the UN Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS). This funding supports AUSSOM, which provides around 12,000 troops to assist the Somali military in combating the Al-Shabaab insurgency. In a letter dated July 1, the U.S. stated it would stop funding UNSOS by the end of the year and block further UN logistical support to AUSSOM through the Security Council. The U.S. cited Somalia's failure to make progress against Al-Shabaab, take ownership of its security, or implement reforms. The AU and Somali government have not yet responded to requests for comment. Meanwhile, Somalia faces internal political instability due to recent constitutional changes that extended President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term, leading to opposition and violence. Analysts warn that the lack of progress in security and ongoing political conflict could allow Al-Shabaab to regain ground.
PFIPC scandal exposes depth of institutional decay, ADC slams presidency
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nigeria's main opposition party, has demanded an independent judicial commission to investigate the controversy surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). The ADC accuses the government led by President Bola Tinubu of failing to clarify how an organization it now calls 'fictitious' allegedly operated within multiple federal institutions. The opposition argues that the government's defense of the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has raised more questions than answers, suggesting deep institutional corruption. The ADC claims that if the PFIPC truly did not exist legally, it is concerning that it reportedly appeared in government budgets, communicated with public institutions, and engaged with foreign diplomats. The party asserts that this issue goes beyond individual misconduct and challenges the integrity of Nigeria's governance system.
VIDEO: I was in the wrong party called PDP — Akpabio
Godswill Akpabio, President of the Senate, stated that he was in the 'wrong party' during his time in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), claiming he found his political home after defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). He made these comments during the inauguration of access roads in the Federal Capital Territory, marking President Bola Tinubu's third anniversary in office. Akpabio responded to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, who had previously called him an 'uncommon performer' in the PDP. Akpabio urged APC members to disregard this remark, stating it referred to a period before the APC was formed. He explained that he had served over seven years as governor of Akwa Ibom State before the APC was established in 2014 and felt compelled to join a 'progressive family.' Akpabio acknowledged Wike as the 'national leader of the winning faction' of the PDP, noting the party's fragmentation. Earlier, Akpabio recalled Wike's visit to Akwa Ibom during his tenure as governor and highlighted Wike's achievements as Rivers State governor.
50 European lawmakers urge FIFA to probe Infantino over Trump peace prize
FIFA president Gianni Infantino awarded the inaugural 'FIFA Peace Prize' to U.S. President Donald Trump on December 5, 2025, in Washington. Fifty European Parliament members (MEPs) from 13 countries have called on FIFA’s ethics committee to investigate Infantino for violating the organization’s code of ethics by presenting the prize to Trump, whom they view as a controversial figure. The MEPs echoed a complaint filed by the British-based NGO FairSquare, which questioned whether the decision to create and award the peace prize was made democratically within FIFA’s governance structure. The MEPs emphasized the need for political neutrality, transparency, and accountability within FIFA. Only Norway, whose football federation had previously criticized the prize, has joined this call for investigation. The MEPs also criticized FIFA’s partnerships with Saudi Arabia, including its 2034 World Cup hosting bid and a sponsorship deal with Aramco, which they labeled as environmentally harmful.
Fire breaks out at fuel terminal in Lagos
A fire broke out at the Bono Energy Terminal in Lagos, Nigeria, on Friday, prompting an emergency response from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service (LSFRS). The incident occurred along the Apapa-Oworonshoki Expressway, though the cause remains under investigation. Firefighters worked to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby facilities. No casualties or damage details have been reported yet. The location is known for its concentration of petroleum storage facilities, highlighting the importance of swift emergency action to mitigate risks to life, property, and the environment.
The Nigerian SME Growth Playbook: How Digital Tools Are Turning Ambition into Reality
The article discusses the role of digital tools in transforming the growth potential of Nigerian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It highlights the resilience and ambition of Nigeria's nearly 40 million SMEs, which contribute significantly to the economy by driving innovation and job creation. According to Mastercard's SME Confidence Index, 81% of Nigerian SMEs are optimistic about the next year, with 68% expecting revenue growth. The report emphasizes the importance of digital payments for future success, noting that all surveyed businesses consider them essential. However, the article identifies a 'acceptance gap' between consumers who are ready to pay digitally and merchants unable to receive such payments due to high costs. Mastercard is addressing this issue through 'hardware-lite' solutions like QR-on-Card, which enable 1.8 million Nigerian SMEs and gig workers to accept payments without additional hardware. The piece also mentions challenges in cross-border transactions, citing the World Bank's data on high transaction costs in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Nursing council urges quality service, inducts 92 ABUAD graduates
The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria emphasized the importance of quality service, compassion, and commitment to patients' well-being during the induction ceremony of 92 nursing graduates from Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti (ABUAD). The council's Registrar, Ndagi Alhassan, encouraged new nurses to uphold ethical standards and deliver quality care. He praised ABUAD's founder, Aare Afe Babalola, for his contributions to education, noting the university's high rankings nationally and internationally. ABUAD's Vice Chancellor, Prof Smaranda Olarinde, highlighted the growing importance of nurses in addressing complex health challenges and emphasized the university's adoption of an artificial intelligence policy. Prof Beatrice Ohaeri, a medical surgical nursing expert, stressed the need for nurses to maintain empathy alongside technological advancements like AI.
En el Pacífico tropical se han producido condiciones de El Niño, según los investigadores
El artículo informa que los investigadores de la organización de Ciencias de la Tierra de Nueva Zelanda (ESNZ) han identificado condiciones consistentes con el fenómeno climático de El Niño en el Pacífico tropical. Advierten que es probable que los impactos en el clima de Nueva Zelanda se intensifiquen en los próximos meses. El ESNZ se unió a otras organizaciones en Australia, Japón y los Estados Unidos para confirmar el desarrollo de El Niño, que se espera que alcance una fuerte intensidad entre julio y septiembre. Los efectos se proyectan para alcanzar su punto máximo durante el verano del hemisferio sur, que abarca desde finales de 2023 hasta principios de 2024. Según el investigador principal Chris Brandolini, este evento de El Niño es al menos comparable en fuerza a cinco de los El Niños más fuertes registrados en la historia moderna. El artículo describe las expectativas regionales de lluvias, señalando la posibilidad de precipitación por debajo del promedio en algunas áreas y por encima de los niveles normales en otras.
Los ancianos del norte saludan las ganancias de seguridad de Tinubu, instan a la unidad
El Movimiento Progresista de Ancianos del Norte (NEPM) ha elogiado a la administración del presidente Bola Tinubu por avanzar en la reducción de la inseguridad y la promoción del desarrollo nacional en Nigeria. En una declaración, el grupo destacó los esfuerzos del gobierno federal para combatir el bandolerismo, especialmente en el noroeste, a través de operaciones militares sostenidas que han interrumpido las redes criminales y restaurado la confianza de la comunidad. El NEPM reconoció campañas militares específicas como la Operación Fansan Yamma y elogió al Ministro de Estado de Defensa, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, por su papel en el fortalecimiento de estas operaciones. El grupo instó a los nigerianos a priorizar la unidad nacional por encima de las divisiones étnicas, religiosas o políticas y enfatizó la importancia de apoyar al personal de seguridad y fomentar el patriotismo para la estabilidad y el futuro del país.
Barcelona busca a Harry Kane mientras Lewandowski se acerca al movimiento de la MLS
Según los informes, el club español se ha puesto en contacto con los representantes de Harry Kane para evaluar su disponibilidad, aunque Kane no está buscando activamente un traslado del Bayern de Múnich. Barcelona también está considerando alternativas como Junior Kroupi, Julián Álvarez y potencialmente Dusan Vlahovic, que puede estar disponible en una transferencia gratuita si Ferran Torres se va. Mientras tanto, el ex delantero del Barcelona Robert Lewandowski está a punto de mudarse a la Major League Soccer, con informes que indican que está finalizando los detalles para unirse al Chicago Fire FC. Otros clubes europeos, incluido el Liverpool, también están monitoreando posibles fichajes.
Florence Ajimobi arrives Vienna, assumes duty as Nigeria’s ambassador to Austria
Florence Ajimobi, the wife of the late former Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi, has arrived in Vienna to begin her duties as Nigeria’s ambassador to Austria and the International Organizations based there. She was welcomed at Vienna International Airport by the Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Nigerian embassy, along with officials and members of the Nigerian diaspora community in Austria. In a social media post, Ajimobi expressed gratitude for the warm reception and looked forward to enhancing bilateral ties between Nigeria and Austria. The appointment follows her nomination by President Bola Tinubu in November 2025, which was confirmed by the Senate. Ajimobi is among 32 ambassadors nominated for overseas postings, with her assignment finalized in March 2026.
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Por debajo de su nariz dem matar a todo un general de brigada: Falz aborda Tinubu en Ole
Trump defiende el acuerdo con Irán de los críticos que llama "tonto"
Rascalidad judicial El movimiento para cancelar el registro de ADC se hace eco de la anulación del 12 de junio Olajuyigbe
Los senadores no están contentos con el estilo de liderazgo de Akpabio; él me ve como el diablo — Oshiomhole
