2027: ‘We’ll Be Open To Conversations,’ NDC Hints On Coalition
The National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has said the party remains open to discussions with other opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections,…
NDC Registration: Your Candidature Not Threatened, Seriake Tells Party Nominees
The National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Seriake Dickson, has called for calm among the party’s candidates ahead of the 2027 election, saying there is no need for…
South Africa Crash Out Of World Cup After Defeat To Canada
Stephen Eustaquio’s stoppage-time winner fired Canada to a 1-0 win over South Africa on Sunday in the first match of the World Cup knockout rounds, as the co-hosts advance to…
Senate Defends State Police Bill, Says Reform Driven By National Security Needs
The Senate has defended the passage of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, insisting that the proposed constitutional amendment is a response to…
SSDC Engages Yala Stakeholders On Community Development
In a renewed effort to deepen grassroots engagement and promote inclusive development across the South-South region, the South-South Development Commission (SSDC) has continued its consultation with communities, this time visiting…
South Korea Coach Quits After Early World Cup Exit
South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo resigned on Sunday, a day after his side’s group-stage exit from the World Cup and following condemnation from the country’s president. The 57-year-old former captain,…
Police Rescue Kidnap Victim In Imo
The Imo State Police Command has rescued a kidnap victim during an intelligence-led operation to flush out criminal hideouts in parts of Owerri West Local Government Area of the state.…
Golden Boot Showdown Ignites with African Stars Sarr, Saibari in Knockout Fireworks!
The 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage delivered a goal-scoring spectacle, and as the Round of 32 erupts today, the Golden Boot race has transformed into a high-voltage international battle!…
Historic Triumph: 9 African Teams Storm into 2026 World Cup Round of 32
In a landmark achievement for African football, nine out of the continent’s 10 representatives have advanced to the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting a new…
From Atlas Roars to Shark Bites: Africa’s Record 10 Teams & Their Unstoppable Stars Steal the 2026 Show!
In a tournament that’s rewriting history books faster than a Lionel Messi hat-trick, Africa isn’t just showing up — it’s storming the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America! From…
Europe Swelters As Heatwave Moves East, Excess Deaths Rise
Europe’s deadly heatwave pushed east on Sunday, with hundreds of millions still sweltering across the continent despite fleeting relief from overnight storms, notably in France and Belgium. The heat remained…
Lagos Govt To Deliver 2,500 Metric Tonnes Transfer Loading Station At Olusosun By Year-End
The Lagos State Government has announced the completion of work on a Transfer Loading Station at Olusosun that will transfer about 2,500 metric tonnes of waste a day to the…
Iran Warns Ships Not To Bypass Its Chosen Hormuz Route
Iran’s top diplomat warned Sunday that any attempt by shipping to bypass its preferred route through the Strait of Hormuz would “increase tensions” in the Middle East, as US and…
Operation Kosaye: Abiodun Hails IGP, Ogun, Lagos Police Over Anti-Kidnapping Success
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for initiating the joint Ogun-Lagos security operation, Operation Kosaye, describing it as a bold, proactive and intelligence-driven…
Kaduna Gov Vows Justice, To Sponsor Education Of Slain Woman’s Children
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has assured the family of the late Ummulkhairi Usman Aliyu that all those responsible for her death will be brought to justice, while pledging…
Resident Doctors Declare Industrial Dispute, Give FG Fresh Four-Week Deadline
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared an industrial dispute with the Federal Government, extending by four weeks the deadline for the implementation of its outstanding demands and…
PREVIEW: Co-Hosts Canada, South Africa Clash In Historic World Cup Knockout Game
Co-hosts Canada and South Africa will both make World Cup history when they meet in the opening game of the knockout round on Sunday. Neither nation has ever reached this…
More Than 1,300 Excess Deaths Recorded In Europe Heatwave, Says WHO
The World Health Organization said Sunday that over 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded in Europe since June 21 in connection with the record-breaking heatwave roasting much of the continent.…
South Korea’s President Apologises After Country’s World Cup Group-Stage Crash
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung condemned the country’s premature World Cup exit on Sunday, pointing the finger at “incompetent people” and apologising to the nation. South Korea’s turbulent campaign…
Aramco Helicopter Crash Kills 14 In Saudi Arabia
A helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia killed 14 Saudi citizens on Sunday, the kingdom’s official press agency reported, adding that the aircraft belonged to state oil giant Aramco. The Saudi…