Bafana Bafana Make History: South Africa Advance to 2026 World Cup Knockouts
In a thrilling climax to Group A, South Africa stunned South Korea with a 1-0 victory, securing second place behind co-hosts Mexico and advancing to the round of 32. Thapelo…
African Teams Are Making World Cup Betting Less Predictable
African teams have already made this World Cup harder to read. That is good for the tournament, and it is also good for betting discussion. Before a ball is kicked,…
One Rule, Two Standards: FIFA’s Mouth-Covering Law Is Under Scrutiny
FIFA introduced one of their boldest new rules for the 2026 World Cup, cover your mouth during a confrontation and get a red card. Simple, clear, no exceptions. Miguel Almirón…
“Do we still have VAR?” — Carlos Queiroz Quizzes FIFA
Carlos Queiroz walked into his post-match press conference, looked directly at a FIFA official in the room, and asked a question that was really not a question at all. “I’m…
Tottenham Star Faces Backlash from Ghanaians for Snubbing Handshakes with Thomas Partey
Before a ball was kicked in Foxborough on Tuesday night, a moment happened in the pre-match handshake line that stopped social media in its tracks. England and Tottenham right-back, Djed…
I Didn’t Set Out To Make ‘Intellectual Comedy’ — Layi Wasabi
Popular Nigerian skitmaker, comedian and actor, Layi Wasabi, has said he did not begin making comedy to be seen as an intellectual but simply created content that felt natural to…
Police Arrest Three Suspects Linked To Murder Of Former Broadcaster In Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspects linked to the murder of a former broadcaster with the Ogun State-owned television station (OGTV), Ms Kitan Oyesiku, and her security…
Taking Security Closer To Communities: Nigeria Advances Landmark State Police Reform With Senate Endorsement
For years, conversations about insecurity in Nigeria have often returned to a familiar question: can communities be better protected if security decisions are made closer to the people they affect?…
A Lifeline Home: Nigeria Steps Up Diaspora Protection As More Citizens Return From South Africa
The cool Lagos breeze caressed their faces as they disembarked from the aircraft at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) on Wednesday night. For many of them of the second…
Inside The 2026 Forbes Creator List: How iShowSpeed, MrBeast Upended Traditional Media Margins
The digital media landscape has officially reached a billion-dollar tipping point, but the true story lies in the structural mechanics of how that money is made. When Forbes dropped its…
FIFA Opens Way For Russia To Enter International Youth Competition
More than four years after the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, FIFA on Thursday indicated that it was opening the way for Russia to enter an international youth competition.…
Iraq Urges OPEC To Raise Its Oil Production Quota
Iraq has urged OPEC to increase its oil production quota considering the country’s history of conflicts and the recent regional war that have damaged its industry, the oil ministry said…
Death Toll From Venezuela Quakes Jumps To 164, Nearly 1,000 Injured — President
The death toll from Venezuela’s devastating earthquakes has risen to at least 164, with 971 people injured, interim president Delcy Rodriguez said on Thursday. Around 30 aftershocks have been recorded…
NECO Releases 2026 BECE Results, Schedules Date For Re-Sit Examination
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the results of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), with a total of 186,291 candidates having registered for the examination nationwide. According…
10 Rescued As Building Collapses In Lagos
At least 10 people have been confirmed dead, while 26 others sustained varying degrees of injuries following the collapse of a building in the Alakija area of the Amuwo-Odofin Local…
[Breaking] Photos: Three storey building collapses in Lagos
A three-storey building has collapsed in Alakija, Lagos State, trapping many. An eyewitness said the incident happened at about 11:40am. As of the time of filing this report, rescue operators…
Terror financing: FG moves to charge US-sanctioned BDC operator
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says Investigation had already commenced into a Lagos-based Bureau de Change operator, Mukhtar Adamu Muhammad, and three companies linked to him over alleged…
Uduaghan is alive, recuperating – Family, aide debunk death rumour
Rumours of the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, have been debunked by his family and media aides. The speculation began Wednesday, June 26, after false…
Sign-out: Ondo sanctions, withholds WAEC results of 17 students
…expels non-graduating students By Dayo Johnson Akure The Ondo State Government has sanctioned 17 secondary school students by withholding their West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results and testimonials…
FIFA suspends Nepal over third-party interference
World football’s governing body FIFA has suspended Nepal’s football association, officials said Thursday, barring the country from all international competitions. Nepal is currently ranked 175th in FIFA’s world rankings. The…