Afternoon Recap: Terrorists kill 30 in Kaduna, UK eases student visa rules, woman celebrates mother-in-law’s death, other top stories

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From a woman celebrating her mother-in-law’s death after accusing her of encouraging infidelity in her marriage, to the Federal Government’s proposed spending of nearly N1tn on SUVs and empowerment programmes despite mounting borrowing concerns, the latest update on African countries exempted from the UK’s proof-of-funds requirement for student visas, the killing of 30 people in a fresh terrorist attack in Kaduna, and fresh divisions within the opposition over plans to field a single presidential candidate against President Bola Tinubu in 2027, below are five of the most-read stories on PUNCH Online today.

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1. Woman who made husband swear for infidelity rejoices over mother-in-law’s death

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A Nigerian woman has stirred reactions on social media after publicly celebrating the death of her mother-in-law, claiming the deceased had made her husband swear an oath over alleged infidelity during their marriage.

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The incident, which has sparked widespread debate online, drew mixed reactions from Nigerians, with some condemning the woman’s remarks while others discussed the family dispute and cultural implications surrounding oath-taking in marriages.

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The story has continued to generate conversations across social media platforms as readers weigh in on family relationships, traditional practices and marital conflicts.

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Read here: https://punchng.com/woman-who-made-husband-swear-for-infidelity-rejoices-over-mother-in-laws-death/

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2. Full list: African countries that do not need proof of funds for UK’s student visa

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The United Kingdom has exempted students from several African countries from providing proof of funds when applying for student visas under its differential evidence requirement.

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The report highlights the African countries that qualify for the exemption and explains that eligible applicants may still be required to present financial evidence if requested by UK immigration authorities during the application process.

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The development has attracted significant attention from prospective students and parents seeking opportunities to study in the United Kingdom.

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Read here: https://punchng.com/full-list-african-countries-that-do-not-need-proof-of-funds-for-uks-student-visa/

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3. FG earmarks nearly N1tn for SUVs, empowerment amid borrowing pressure

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The Federal Government has proposed spending close to N1tn on sport utility vehicles, empowerment programmes and other projects despite growing concerns over the country’s rising debt profile and borrowing requirements.

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The proposed expenditure forms part of government budgetary allocations and has generated debate among economic analysts and Nigerians over fiscal priorities amid prevailing economic challenges.

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The report examines the proposed spending against the backdrop of increasing debt servicing obligations and pressure on public finances.

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Read here: https://punchng.com/fg-earmarks-nearly-n1tn-for-suvs-empowerment-amid-borrowing-pressure/

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4. Terrorists kill 30 in fresh Kaduna community attack

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At least 30 people, including children, were reportedly killed after terrorists attacked Naridon Village in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

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Residents said the attackers invaded the community at night, opened fire on villagers and set houses ablaze, leaving several others injured and many families displaced.

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Community leaders have appealed to the Federal Government and security agencies to deploy more personnel to the area and improve road access to enable quicker emergency response during attacks.

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Read here: https://punchng.com/terrorists-kill-30-in-fresh-kaduna-community-attack/

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5. Opposition splits over single candidate to challenge Tinubu

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Fresh divisions have emerged within Nigeria’s opposition parties over the proposal to field a single presidential candidate against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election.

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While some political leaders have expressed support for a united opposition front, others insist that each party should retain its identity and independently contest the election.

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The differing positions underscore the challenges facing efforts to build a broad opposition coalition ahead of the next presidential poll.

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Read here: https://punchng.com/opposition-splits-over-single-candidate-to-challenge-tinubu/

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