The Group F encounter carried added significance as it became the 1000th match in FIFA World Cup history, but it was Japan who ensured the landmark occasion would be remembered for their ruthless efficiency and attacking brilliance

…to support the Forest Guard Corps in achieving its mandate. He warned that the administration would not tolerate any form of collusion with criminal elements and stressed the need for integrity and accountability. The Governor further charged the personnel to justify the confidence reposed in them by the government and…

Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar has expressed sadness over the passing of former Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Audu Sule-Katagum. Tuggar said this in a condolence message issued by his media aide, Alkasim Abdulkadir, on Sunday in Bauchi. He described Sule-Katagum as a respected elder, a trusted…

…been eliminated from the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. The three countries are Tunisia, Haiti and Turkey. Tunisia became the latest country to be mathematically eliminated from the World Cup. This follows a 4-0 defeat to Japan in Estadio Monterrey, Guadalupe, earlier today. The result left Tunisia with zero points…

…ongoing media attacks between the supporters of APC candidate, Eric Opah and former Minister, Henry Ikoh over the governorship ticket could affect the peace that Abia residents are currently enjoying. The Labour Party claimed that one of the major factors fueling the crisis within the Abia APC is the widespread percept…

…from sister agencies. "These substances have passed through the necessary legal and administrative processes in accordance with established procedures and applicable laws," he said. The Imo Governor, Sen. Hope Uzodinma, represented by his Deputy, Mrs Chinyere Ekomaru, said that the public destruction of illicit drugs w…

…electricity, and you will not pay for estimated bills anymore." Three years into his administration, Tinubu is seeking a second term. Data shows that Nigeria's power distribution has remained below 4,500 megawatts for much of his tenure, a figure little changed from what obtained when he took office. Households continu…

…lives to gun-related violence last year. But you do not hear Americans say "America is finished" the way we write off the country when there is a challenge. Every country has its challenges which it tries to manage for performance. In the 1970s, Indians, people from the Philippines and Egyptians had problems and came t…

…of attempting to disrespect a living legend and create unnecessary confusion. The organisation also warned social media users and content creators against spreading unverified information, urging the public to verify claims before sharing them, threatening legal action against anyone found to have originated or deliber…

…significant step toward advancing Nigeria’s participation in global climate finance mechanisms through a high-level engagement at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) platform. The engagement brought together key stakeholders from government institutions, international climate finance orga…

…or patronage considerations. When voters repeatedly support candidates without scrutinising their records or policy proposals, they can inadvertently reinforce a political culture where politicians face limited consequences for poor performance. However, voter choices do not occur in a vacuum. Nigerian voters operate w…

…367 votes. All four parties that participated in the bye-election are part of the minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike’s rainbow coalition, with the group deciding on Senator Olaka as its preferred choice for the election. It could be recalled that the Rivers South-East Senatorial District seat b…

…to your attention because we believe you are a listening governor and we trust your administration,” the statement read. The youths also expressed their goodwill toward the state and its leadership, praying for peace and progress in Takum, Taraba State, and Nigeria as a whole. Youths raise alarm over alleged 'Renewed H…

Japan marked the 1,000th game in the history of the World Cup with a 4-0 thrashing of Tunisia on Saturday to close in on a place in the last 32. Ayase Ueda scored twice while Daichi Kamada and Junya Ito were also on target as the Asian giants joined the Netherlands on four points at the top of Group F. Tunisia, who wer…

…first-ever World Cup point in a goalless draw against toothless Ecuador. Ecuador, who finished second in South American qualifying, had 28 shots, including 15 on target, in Kansas City but Room stood firm in an astonishing display. The 0-0 draw in Group E keeps alive Curacao’s hopes of reaching the knockout phase, exte…

…(UNSRC) - Nigeria Association at the Nigeria House in New York. He said the Tinubu administration recognised the outstanding contributions of Nigerians serving across the UN and remained committed to rewarding excellence and service. "Many of you here deserve national honours," Jimoh told the gathering," Jimoh said. "I…

…Nigeria,” Oteri argued that policing must be moved closer to the people. “You cannot administer policing for over 200 million people from Abuja and expect local problems to be solved,” he told attendees. “A Governor, elected by the people, accountable to the people, cannot command a single officer in his own state. Som…

…candidate expressed gratitude to Ekiti voters for the confidence reposed in his administration, saying the outcome of the governorship election had placed a greater responsibility on his shoulders. "I have a proper understanding of the responsibility that this victory has placed on my shoulders. It is a responsibility…

…made the assertion on Saturday at the Geo-Economic Optimization Summit Lagos 2026, organised by the Citadel School of Government in Oregun, where he said geoeconomics-the deliberate use of economic instruments to project influence-has become a defining feature of the new global order. According to the governor, power i…

Emmanuel Okotie-Eboh, son of ex-finance Minister, Chief Festus Okotie-Eboh, has described Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, as one of the most influential, outspoken and result-oriented political figures in contemporary Nigeria. Okotie-Eboh hailed Wile, saying he has established a reputation as a leader…

Tunisia 0 Japan 4 D Kamada (4'4th minute) A Ueda (31'31st minute, 83'83rd minute) J Ito (69'69th minute)

…mark it as their democracy day. An official government statement by the Interior Minister, Tunji Olubunmi Ojo called on Nigerians to observe the holiday as an opportunity for civic reflection, urging citizens to recommit to lawful conduct, responsible engagement and national unity because in the minister's words, "the…

…accusing the other of breaking the truce. Citing a US “breach of contract” and “the Zionist regime’s continuous and relentless violation of the ceasefire in southern Lebanon”, Iran’s central military command said “the Strait of Hormuz will be closed to vessel traffic”. Hormuz, a key conduit for oil and gas shipments, w…

…end of 2025, prompting authorities to review funding requirements for immigration administration and related services. Japanese officials noted that the additional revenue generated from the higher fees will support immigration management systems, Japanese language education programmes, and measures aimed at addressing…

…expressed gratitude to the people of the state for the confidence reposed in his administration, saying the outcome of the poll had placed a greater responsibility on his shoulders. Oyebanji said he was fully aware of the expectations that accompany the overwhelming mandate given to him by Ekiti voters, assuring reside…