Lagos govt begins investigation into collapse of 3-storey shopping complex
The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has begun an investigation into the collapse of a three-storey shopping complex at Alakija, Satellite Town, in Oriade Local Council Development Area. The…
Just In: INEC set to delist NDC following court ruling
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is set to remove the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) from its register of political parties following a Federal High…
World Cup: Dembele’s Hat-trick Helps France Thrash Second-String Norway
Ousmane Dembele scored one of the earliest hat-tricks in World Cup history on Friday as the Ballon d’Or winner starred in France’s 4-1 win over a second-string Norway, while Erling…
Gueye’s Brace Keeps Senegal’s World Cup Hopes Alive
Senegal became the first African side to score five goals in a World Cup match, a stunning double by Pape Gueye inspiring them to a 5-0 win over 10-man Iraq…
Opposition Parties Living In Fear Of Deregistration, PRP Chairman Baba-Ahmed Warns
The National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has expressed concern over what he described as a growing sense of insecurity among opposition political parties, warning that…
[VIDEO] 2027: Some People Don’t Want Peter Obi To Be On Ballot — NDC National Secretary
National Secretary of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Ikenna Enekweizu, has said that some people, fearing defeat, do not want the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to be on the…
Tinubu Signs NIMC Bill Into Law
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assented to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act 2026. Tinubu appended his signature at the State House on Friday. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assented…
Plane Appears To Crash Into Beijing’s Tallest Building
A small plane appeared to have crashed into Beijing’s tallest building on Friday, with witnesses reporting plane debris at the skyscraper’s base and AFP journalists seeing a hole in the…
Usyk To Vacate World Title Belts, Says ‘Not Leaving The Sport’
Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk said on Friday that he was vacating his three boxing world title belts but is not retiring. The 39-year-old Ukrainian, who is unbeaten in his professional…
Tunisia’s Disastrous World Cup Campaign: Africa’s Worst-Ever Group Stage Nightmare?
In a tournament filled with drama, Tunisia’s 2026 FIFA World Cup performance has emerged as one of the most shocking and dismal showings by an African team in history. The…
Nicolas Pepe’s Brace Powers Ivory Coast to Historic World Cup Knockout Debut
Nicolas Pépé delivered a clinical performance, scoring twice as Ivory Coast defeated Curaçao 2-0 in their final Group E match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The victory marked a…
Ivory Coast Advance; Tunisia lose in final Game of Shambolic World Cup Campaign
Côte d’Ivoire made history on Thursday by qualifying for the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time, defeating Curaçao 2-0 in their final Group E…
U23 Eagles: NFF Appoints Eric Chelle… Ex Super Eagles Kick
The Nigeria Football Federation has made a bold and ambitious move, and not everyone is convinced it is the right one. The NFF has extended the contract of Super Eagles…
Court Sets Aside Judgment Recognising NDC, Restores Parties To Pre-Judgment Status
The Federal High Court sitting in Lokoja has set aside its earlier judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political…
South Africa Processes Over 15,000 Malawians For Repatriation Ahead Of Protests
South Africa has processed more than 15,000 Malawian nationals to exit the country ahead of next week’s anti-immigration marches that many fear could turn violent, the justice minister said Friday,…
European Economies Suffer From Heatwave
When the mercury rises so do the costs for an economy as productivity melts and growth becomes lethargic, providing an additional challenge to Europe as it struggles with high energy…
Iran Nuclear Pledge Needs ‘Very Strong’ Verification, Says UN
The UN’s nuclear chief said Friday that Iran’s pledge not to build a nuclear weapon would need “very strong” verification, as the United States and the Islamic republic negotiate a…
Serena Williams To Face Joint In Wimbledon Return After Four-Year Absence
Serena Williams was on Friday drawn to play Australia’s Maya Joint in the Wimbledon first round as the American legend returns to singles action after four years. Williams retired in…
Okpebholo Pledges Safer Edo For Farmers, Vows Crackdown On Kidnappers
The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has assured residents that his administration is taking “decisive steps” to rid the state of criminal elements and make it safe enough for…
Anambra Commits To Market Reforms For Safer Trading Environments
The Anambra State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining ongoing market regeneration reforms aimed at boosting economic activities, improving urban planning, and ensuring safer trading environments across the state.…