Mbappe makes history as France all-time top scorer at World Cup
France captain Kylian Mbappe became his country’s all-time leading scorer after netting twice in a 3-1 victory over Senegal in their opening Group I match at the World Cup on…
Tinubu approves 1,000 forest guards to strengthen security in Katsina
Gov. Dikko Radda of Katsina State says President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards to strengthen security operations in the state. Radda disclosed this on Tuesday…
No plans to introduce telecoms, fuel taxes – FG
By Innocent Anaba The Federal Government, Tuesday, said there are no plans to introduce, new taxes on telecommunications services and petroleum products. Senior Special Assistant, Communications and Press Secretary to…
ADC leadership crisis: Judge declines to hand off case
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja, on Tuesday, declined to recuse himself from the suit seeking to remove the Senator David Mark-led executives…
Meet Hervé Renard, two-time AFCON winner tasked with saving Tunisia’s World Cup
French coach Hervé Renard is set to take charge of Tunisia after the country’s football federation parted ways with coach Sabri Lamouchi following the team’s 5-1 defeat to Sweden at…
Headies 2026 to hold in Canada as organisers seek global expansion
By Enitan Abdultawab Organisers of The Headies have announced that the 18th edition of Nigeria’s premier music awards ceremony will take place in Toronto, Canada, marking another step in the…
Anti-Tinubu post: Court orders Sowore’s arrest over failure to attend trial
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, ABUJA The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the arrest of activist and presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, following his failure…
World Cup 2026: Ghana challenges Thomas Partey visa denial in court
By Adegboyega Adeleye Ghana’s government has taken legal action against Canada’s decision to deny midfielder Thomas Partey visa, escalating a controversy that threatens to sideline one of the Black Stars’…
Train accident: Injured passengers discharged, equipment recovered – NRC
All passengers who sustained injuries from the June 8 train accident on the Warri-Itakpe route have all been treated and discharged. Also, all equipment involved in the accident has been…
UK appoints Peter Vowles as new high commissioner to Nigeria
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja The United Kingdom government has appointed Mr Peter Vowles as its next High Commissioner to Nigeria, with his posting expected to begin in September 2026. The…