…and Prince Abimbola Olashore as Independent Non-Executive Directors, further strengthening the company’s Board as it continues to advance its strategic priorities across Nigeria. The appointments follow the passing of the company’s Board Chairman, the late Chief Michael Olumuyiwa Falomo, whose leadership and stewardshi…

…another six-month tenure extension to the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi. This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by a presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga. DAILY POST reports that Adeniyi’s tenure was first extended by one year in 2025 and was expected to expire on August 1, 2026. Accordin…

The United States Golf Association docked Joaquín Niemann two strokes for throwing a club during the opening round. He responded by shooting a 5-under 65 in the second round.

…2026Tunisia have sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi following the side's defeat in their opening World Cup 2026 fixture.Sweden inflicted a 5-1 loss on Tunisia in Sunday's Group F tie at the Estadio Monterrey in Guadalupe, Mexico.Reports afterwards suggested Lamouchi had been immediately sacked, but sources told BBC Sport…

…officials in Canada he had never been arrested or charged with a crime.Partey, 33, was denied entry to Canada before Wednesday's match in Toronto because of ongoing criminal proceedings in the UK.The Ghanaian government sought permission for him to enter the country briefly to take part in the game but that appeal was…

…to 29-5 and then 50-8.Kapp, 36, made an immediate impact with two wickets in the opening over, before some diabolical running between the wickets gifted South Africa three more. But an inspired half-century from captain Fatima Sana dragged Pakistan up to 126-9 after a stand of 71 for the ninth wicket with Tuba Hassan.…

…ImagesImage caption, Vozinha made seven saves against SpainByTom Grundy, BBC Sport senior journalist and Paul Njie, Reporter in Sao VicentePublished17 June 2026Vozinha, the goalkeeper whose heroics helped Cape Verde earn a draw against Spain, is set to be reunited with his mother ahead of their next game against Urugua…

…in 2020 from the scallop-trawler Olivia Jean, also owned by TN Trawlers.TN Trawlers denied any allegation of modern slavery or human trafficking and said its workers were well-treated and well-paid.Additional reporting by Carla Basu, Jax Sinclair, Penny Macmillan and Paul Ward.Skipper admits failure to provide food and…

…issueImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Elye Wahi played in the Ivory Coast's opening World Cup win over EcuadorPublished18 June 2026Ivory Coast international Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for his country's World Cup group game against Germany on Saturday, after earlier being denied entry.The Nice forward…

…new charges face Japan and the Netherlands in their final two Group F matchesTightening up at the back will be Renard's first task, with the thrashing by Sweden following a 5-0 reverse against Belgium in Tunisia's final warm-up match.Lamouchi said his side made "way too many mistakes" in Monterrey and Renard, who is kn…

…many reasons, including their 1-0 victory over holders Argentina in the tournament's opening match and, of course, Roger Milla's corner-flag wiggle.Aged 38, the veteran striker was called out of retirement by President Paul Biya and bagged four goals to inspire his dancing celebration."The shirt had an iconic lion roar…

…there. But here, especially in higher education and study abroad, not much was happening. Nobody was disrupting the market; everyone was maintaining the status quo. So we saw an opportunity to do something interesting. I also built startups during my time with ScanGroup on the continent, and I’d turned those ventures i…

…said. Scotland captain Andy Robertson meanwhile urged his team to build on their opening 1-0 win against Haiti and get a result against Morocco on Friday which would help propel them into the knockout rounds of a World Cup for the very first time. “I don’t think any of the lads or the coaching staff and backroom staff…

…with coach Julian Nagelsmann warning his side against complacency after their emphatic opening victory. The match in Toronto could determine which side secures an early place in the knockout stage after both teams opened their campaigns with victories. Germany thrashed Curaçao 7-1 in their opener, while Ivory Coast edg…

…states to control their borders and expose smuggled and trafficked persons to life-threatening risks. The group has reaffirmed its commitment to preventing, countering and dismantling organised criminal networks, disrupting the business models of criminal enterprises and fighting all forms of abuse and exploitation of…

…attracting investors and stimulating economic activities. “People say nothing is happening in Nigeria, but when you look around Abuja and see construction sites everywhere, new buildings emerging daily and businesses investing heavily, the evidence speaks for itself,” he said.. Wike argued that infrastructure developme…

…under pressure after surrendering a late lead in a 2-2 draw against Japan in their opening game, while Sweden arrive full of confidence following a 5-1 demolition of Tunisia - their highest-scoring World Cup performance since 1938. According to Reuters, the Netherlands were unbeaten throughout qualifying, but questions…

…having a child with the AA genotype. "Genotype testing, commonly known as genotype screening, should be done before marriage so that intending couples can make informed decisions. "Marriage is the coming together of two individuals who choose to live together. "The presence of children is not what defines a marriage. "…

…He noted that the court consequently declined the request and dismissed the motion. The senior advocate, however, expressed satisfaction with the ruling on the third application, which sought an order compelling the plaintiff to provide additional details regarding allegations made in the suit. "We were able to demonst…

…Group K match against Uzbekistan. The European giants were held by DR Congo in their opening game despite dominating possession and completing 740 passes, with the result triggering questions about their attacking display and Ronaldo's influence. Ronaldo, competing at a record sixth World Cup, came under particular scr…

Algeria have lodged a complaint with FIFA over “refereeing injustice” in their opening World Cup loss to Argentina, particularly a tackle by Lionel Messi, an Algerian football federation source told AFP on Friday. Messi caught Algeria defender Aissa Mandi on the calf with a studs-up challenge from behind in the 30th mi…

…months extension to the Comptroller General of Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Adewale Adeniyi. The six months extension was made public via a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, as Comptroller General of Customs, Adeniyi’s first ten…

…States this week after recovering from a calf injury. The 34-year-old missed the opening 1-1 draw with Morocco and has also been omitted by coach Carlo Ancelotti from the squad for their second group game against Haiti later on Friday. “Neymar? He is not even playing!” Lula replied to a young boy when he mentioned Neym…

…In a statement issued on Friday by the SDP National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, the party dismissed reports of its withdrawal from the poll as false and misleading. According to the statement, the party remains firmly in the race, with its governorship candidate, Ambassador Isaac Adebayo Alade, duly rec…

…statement, the engagement is aimed at keeping mining operators informed while strengthening cooperation between the government and stakeholders in the sector. Governor Kefas reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property, stressing that mining activities would only resume under a secure and…