Afternoon recap: MTN explains fast data depletion, panel indicts NSCDC over miners’ deaths, other top stories 

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Afternoon recap: MTN explains fast data depletion, panel indicts NSCDC over miners’ deaths, other top stories 

Today’s top stories on PUNCH Online include MTN’s explanation for why Nigerians’ data bundles run out quickly, an investigative panel’s findings on the deaths of suspected illegal miners in NSCDC custody, a new Lagos university’s approval to offer 34 courses, US President Donald Trump’s controversial remarks about Norwegians over his Nobel Peace Prize snub, and the dispute delaying the burial of gospel singer Toluwanisings.

Read the top stories below:

1. Why Nigerians’ data finishes fast — MTN

MTN has explained why some Nigerians experience rapid data depletion, addressing concerns among subscribers over how quickly their internet bundles run out. The development comes amid persistent complaints about mobile data consumption, network quality and the cost of staying connected.

Read here: https://punchng.com/why-nigerians-data-finishes-fast-mtn/

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2. 37 miners died of suffocation in NSCDC custody — Panel

An investigative panel has found that 37 suspected illegal miners died of suffocation while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Niger State. The findings have raised fresh questions about the treatment of detainees and the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

Read here: https://punchng.com/breaking-37-miners-died-of-suffocation-in-nscdc-custody-investigative-panel/

3. New Lagos varsity gets NUC approval for 34 courses

A new university in Lagos has received approval from the National Universities Commission to offer 34 academic programmes, marking a major step towards expanding higher education opportunities in the state. The approval is expected to pave the way for the institution to commence its approved courses in line with regulatory requirements.

Read here: https://punchng.com/new-lagos-varsity-gets-nuc-approval-for-34-courses/

4. ‘I don’t want Norwegians in US’ because of Nobel Peace Prize snub — Trump

US President Donald Trump has stirred controversy with remarks about Norwegians, linking his position to his failure to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. The comments have drawn attention to his continued grievances over the award and its implications for his public statements about Norway.

Read here: https://punchng.com/i-dont-want-norwegians-in-us-because-of-nobel-peace-prize-snub-trump/

5. Fans take sides as family delays Toluwanisings’ burial over resting place

Fans of late gospel singer Toluwanisings have expressed differing views following a dispute within his family over where he should be buried. The disagreement has delayed burial arrangements, with the debate drawing attention to the family’s wishes and the question of the singer’s final resting place.

Read here: https://punchng.com/fans-take-sides-as-family-delays-toluwanisings-burial-over-resting-place/

Rotimi Agbana

Rotimi, with over 12 years of quality media experience, reports entertainment and politics

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