…Government Area of Kogi State, abducting four students, the school principal and a National Examinations Council (NECO) ad hoc staff member while students were sitting for their examinations. The attack occurred at about 5:25 p.m. on July 14, 2026 throwing the school into panic as the armed assailants stormed the premi…

Nollywood actor IK Ogbonna has paid an emotional tribute to his late friend and colleague, Alex Ekubo, more than two months after the actor’s death, saying he still instinctively reaches for his phone to call him. Ogbonna broke his silence in an Instagram post on Tuesday, describing Ekubo’s death as a loss that had cha…

…Ibrahimovic, has explained why Spain defeated France 2-0 in Tuesday’s World Cup semi-final encounter. According to Ibrahimovic, Spain wanted the win more than France, adding that they took command of the game for the entire duration of the match. Speaking on Fox Sports, the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star…

…it was preparing to facilitate discussions between him and senior members of President Donald Trump's administration over allegations he had made against top Nigerian government officials. "We learned a short time ago that Mr Adeyemi has been arrested by Nigerian law enforcement just as we were preparing for him to spe…

…alongside the ongoing revitalisation of the Glo Café to deliver richer and more personalised digital experiences. The evening combined business with celebration in an atmosphere of elegance and appreciation. One of the major highlights was the 'Rep Your Region' Best Dressed Competition, which showcased Nigeria's rich c…

…Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has addressed speculations about her personal life with a witty Instagram post. Sharing a short clip of a white man and woman holding the long train of her jacket as she struts on a sidewalk, she wrote: "To those worried about my marital status, I 'm on my way to get anoth…

…They decided they would settle out of court if he pays for the physical and emotional damages he caused. He has been detained until he can pay the damages. "No means No, and the sooner some men start respecting women's boundaries, the beter our society will become," the young woman he is accused of assaulting wrote as…

…system. The government said the initiative, introduced through the Kwara State Internal Revenue Service, is part of broader tax reforms aimed at improving revenue collection, eliminating multiple levies and making it easier to do business in the state. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Executive Chairman of KW-IRS,…

…to commence training.” The NAF directed successful candidates to report with the originals and photocopies of their credentials, alongside other items listed in the joining instructions. It advised candidates to carefully review all instructions on the recruitment portal before reporting for training. The Air Force als…

…Court No. 2 has ordered the remanded a 20-year-old woman, Safiya Hussaini, in a correctional facility over the alleged murder of her co-wife. Safiya, a resident of Loko town in Takai Local Government Area of Kano State, was arraigned before the court on a charge of culpable homicide. The police charged the defendant wi…

…it a third time are over after their 2-0 defeat by Spain in Tuesday's first semi-final. Deschamps confirmed in January 2025 that he would step down after this summer's tournament and will mark his farewell game against the losers of England v Argentina in Miami on Saturday, July 18. "It's not time to talk about the fut…

…for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), following outcry from Nigerians against the new increment. In a letter to WAEC and NECO dated June 18, 2026, the Ministry of Education directed the examinat…

…made the announcement while delivering his address at the celebration of France’s National Day on Tuesday night in Abuja. Revealing what he described as a scoop, the ambassador said Macron’s visit would come two years after President Bola Tinubu’s State visit to Paris. He said, “Secondly, a scoop. I am pleased and hono…

…with the most clean sheets at the FIFA World Cup following Spain's run to the 2026 final. According to FIFA's updated rankings after the semi-finals on Wednesday, Simón has kept eight clean sheets in 11 World Cup appearances, matching the records of Jan Jongbloed, Emerson Leão, Sepp Maier, Taffarel, Thibaut Courtois an…

Former Arsenal striker, Ian Wright, has blamed France players for their 2-0 defeat to Spain in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Wright, speaking on ITV, claimed that structure trumped individuality in the game. Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro scored for Spain as they eased into the final, where they will play Engl…

…State Police Bill and adopt the Executive Bill transmitted by President Bola Tinubu, signalling a major shift in the National Assembly’s ongoing constitutional amendment process on one of Nigeria’s most consequential security reforms. The Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, announced the decision on Tuesday at the op…

…company, has called for stronger collaboration between government, industry, and educational institutions to equip young Nigerians with future-ready skills that will drive innovation, enhance employability, and accelerate sustainable economic growth. The call came in commemoration of World Youth Skills Day 2026, celebr…

…and 4x100m relay specialist, popularly known as “The Nigerian Nightmare”, said the national team’s training camp has played a key role in sharpening the athletes’ readiness ahead of the Games. “Coming into the Commonwealth Games, I would say my mental is in the right spot. I’m ready mentally and physically. This traini…

…directing security agencies to deploy all necessary resources to ensure the unconditional release of the victims abducted by heavily armed terrorists. According to the Senate, the rescue operation, which culminated in the victims’ release on July 10, 2026, led to the arrest of eight suspected terrorists, while several…

…subsequently adjourned the case until September 30, 2026, for arraignment. The Personal Assistant to the Force Public Relations Officer, Aminu Koji, confirmed Adeyemi’s arrest in a terse statement to journalists. Koji said Adeyemi was arrested in Osun State by operatives of the Intelligence Response Team. “We have just…

Fulham have reached an agreement on personal terms with Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu but must still convince Trabzonspor to sanction the move after the Turkish club rejected two bids for the Nigerian international, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Premier League side are reportedly prepared to sign the 22-year-…

…came Tuesday as the two agencies released the latest WHO-UNICEF Estimates of National Immunisation Coverage (WUENIC), showing that despite gains since the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccination coverage remains below pre-pandemic levels. The report showed that 90 per cent of infants worldwide, nearly 116 million children, rece…

France's attacking firepower was the focus of the build-up to their World Cup semi-final against Spain. If it wasn't Kylian Mbappe who did the damage, it would surely be Ousmane Dembele. Or Michael Olise. Or Bradley Barcola. Or Desire Doue.

…also k!lled in the attack. They expected to be buried once their respective families finalize burial arrangements. Authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the incident, and further details remain unclear. The tragic attack has thrown the community into mourning. by Linda Ikeji at 14/07/2026 11:0…

…or Colombia. A key focus of the partnership is the use of technology to overcome traditional barriers to finance. These include AI-assisted credit decisions, digital platforms for business support and financial products designed around the realities of smaller enterprises. The World Bank highlighted examples of targete…