Spain captain Rodri warned Portugal on the eve of Monday's World Cup last-16 clash that the European champions can still get a lot better. Spain, one of the favourites in North America, were held to a shock 0-0 draw with debutants Cape Verde to open their title charge. They then beat Saudi Arabia 4-0 and Uruguay 1-0 to…

…to maximise limited development resources by moving away from fragmented interventions towards coordinated, efficient and results-driven systems capable of delivering sustainable outcomes for vulnerable communities. He presented Nigeria's flagship reform initiative, the One Humanitarian-One Poverty Response System, des…

…The governor, who visited each of the victims at the hospital's emergency and children's wards, expressed delight over their release, saying he was pleased that they were stable and responding well to treatment. Oyebanji said, "I am happy that they are back. I am happy that the little child who was unconscious yesterda…

…countries investing in computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, software engineering and digital innovation would shape the future. Offering prayers for the institution, she said she hoped every lecture delivered in the complex would inspire excellence, while every graduate would combine integrity with intell…

…have generated mixed reactions, with some stakeholders welcoming the changes as a step towards modernising the scheme, while others have expressed concerns about their potential impact on its original objectives. Agbese said reforms are necessary but argued that they should not diminish the NYSC’s role in promoting nat…

…use of public institutions in relation to a body whose legal status has been questioned warrants greater scrutiny. The CUPP chairman cautioned against any actions that could undermine ongoing efforts to establish the facts surrounding the matter, stressing the need for transparency and accountability. He also called on…

The All Progressives Congress in Kwara State on Sunday kicked off mobilisation for the 2027 general elections with a statewide rally in support of President Bola Tinubu's re-election and a celebration of the party's candidates who emerged from its recently concluded primaries. The procession, organised by Kwara Progres…

…the recent Federal Government-approved reforms to the National Youth Service Corps, warning that some of the changes could erode the scheme's core objectives and undermine Nigeria's national defence policy. Agbese, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency in Benue State and is the leader of the Labour P…

…the dispute amicably and suspend any demolition pending the outcome of discussions. It warned that failure to address the concerns of affected workers could trigger widespread dissatisfaction and industrial unrest across the Federal Public Service. As of the time of filing this report, neither the Office of the Head of…

…claimed Mbaise in Imo State as his maternal home, and said he lived near the National War Museum in Umuahia. Witnesses said his conflicting statements raised suspicions about his true identity. The suspect was subsequently handed over to officers at the Central Police Station (CPS), Umuahia, for further investigation.…

…intelligence-driven manner while respecting the rights of law-abiding citizens. Bosso warned that all violators, regardless of their status or position, would be prosecuted in accordance with the law. He revealed that since the commencement of the exercise, over 25 vehicles had been impounded, while their owners were b…

…must play for European clubs to stand a realistic chance of winning the prestigious award, insisting that while history favours Europe-based players, the prize is open to footballers from any league in the world. With the race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or intensifying as the World Cup nears its conclusion, the award’s offi…

The European Union has awarded 89 fully funded Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's scholarships to Nigerian students for the 2026 academic cycle, reaffirming Nigeria's position as Africa's leading beneficiary of the prestigious international scholarship programme. The announcement was made by the European Union Ambassador to…

…on the public to disregard the report and refrain from sharing unverified information, warning that such content could trigger fear, panic or public disorder. The command also appealed to residents to always verify the authenticity of information through credible and official sources before sharing it on social media o…

…which had characterised Israel’s military offensive in Gaza as “genocide”. But ties have warmed significantly since conservative Prime Minister Janez Jansa took office. Israel’s foreign ministry announced that Ruth Cohen‑Dar — until now non-resident ambassador to Slovenia and Malta — will become the country’s first per…

…bill that's going to be binding as it relates to our relationship to Nigeria moving forward," he added. Moore further stated that he would continue discussions with the Trump administration on developments concerning Nigeria, revealing that he was scheduled to meet with the US president. "I continue to work with the ad…

…turned back because there was no passage to bring it into the country. "The America-Iran war has been blamed for the disruption. As long as stockfish remains scarce, prices will continue to rise," he said. Umeaku, however, expressed optimism that prices would decline once supply improved. "When the market is flooded wi…

…security, improve camp facilities and review of corps members' monthly allowance upwards. An employer, Mr Ekemini Ido, urged the government to focus on strengthening graduates' employability through improved education curricula and better utilisation of the NYSC SAED programme rather than extending the orientation cour…

…bill that's going to be binding as it relates to our relationship to Nigeria moving forward," he added. Moore said he would continue engaging the Trump administration on Nigeria-related issues and revealed he was scheduled to meet the US president. "I continue to work with the administration on next steps that we're go…

…facts and a proper understanding of Nigeria's constitutional and fiscal framework, warning that misrepresenting technical observations as evidence of unlawful expenditure undermined informed public discourse.

…bulldoze through the US Pacific territories. Super Typhoon Bavi was forecast to roar westwards over the area at around 10:00 Monday (0000 GMT) with winds of 260 kilometers (160 miles) per hour — equivalent to a category 5 hurricane — and gusts of up to 315 kph. The National Weather Service (NWS) called the typhoon “ver…

…from 1989 until he was killed aged 86 in an airstrike on the first day of the US-Israeli war with Iran on February 28. Officials including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi joined Sunday’s ceremonies, along with huge crowds paying their final respects in Tehran. But Mojtaba has not…

…as a growing pattern of attacks against Nigerians and other foreigners in South Africa, warning that continued violence could strain bilateral relations. In a statement issued on Sunday by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the victims are identified as Emeka Charles Iroegbu and Musa…

…The retreat was organised by the Women’s Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC) in collaboration with AmplifyChange. Speaking at the workshop, Suleiman said the proposed legislation seeks to protect women and newborns from unsafe medical practices by promoting access to quality maternal healthcare. Accordi…

…the government of failing to uphold basic principles of public financial management, warning that such practices could undermine national stability and deepen poverty. Describing the administration as “grossly corrupt, incompetent and insensitive,” Obi argued that the reported expenditure underscored the need for great…