…ground. The Nigerien authorities have repeatedly stated that armed groups are being supplied with the complicity of Western powers. However, reality shows that the strengthening of regional partnerships and the uniting of African states in addressing security issues and combating the terrorist threat leave fewer and fe…

…Yiaga Africa Also speaking, a non-profit civic hub, Yiaga Africa, also yesterday identified critical shortcomings in results management, voter turnout computation, consistency of sensitive election materials and public communication during the Ekiti State governorship election. The Chairman of the 2026 Ekiti Election O…

…60 and 65 per cent of voters observed in some polling units. However, the report identified vote-buying as the most significant challenge recorded during the election. According to the NBA, the practice assumed a "sophisticated and systemic dimension," involving the compromise of ballot secrecy, the issuance of tally s…

…peaceful atmosphere that characterised the exercise. However, the organisation identified several shortcomings, including gaps in results management, voter turnout computation, inconsistencies relating to sensitive election materials, and inadequate public communication regarding late administrative and judicial develo…

"A note suspected to be a suicide message was also recovered at the scene with a disturbing narrative of relationship break up after having three abortions for an unidentified man named Chigozie," the police said.

Sam Burns birdied the par-five 16th during his fourth round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills.

…ruled offside. The former Inter Milan man span away from Belgium’s wall, swiveled and buried the ball, before VAR overruled the effort, to the dismay of a vocally pro-Iran crowd. After the break, Belgium continued to huff and puff while Taremi again nearly scored at the other end. Courtois did well to save after Kanani…

…after his first goal, and it later emerged that his father is recovering from an unspecified “health issue”. Inter Miami attacker Messi had not even committed to playing the tournament in North America until the last moment. But nobody realistically expected him to be absent from spearheading Argentina’s attempt to bec…

"Applicants and stakeholders are strongly advised to rely ONLY on the official CDCFIB recruitment portal and verified Board communication channels for authentic updates," the notice stated.

…Haaland and Harry Kane. "Messi is the best together with Cristiano Ronaldo,” he replied. Mbappe scored twice in their first group fixture against Senegal, while Messi netted a stunning hat-trick against Algeria. “I knew that Leo Messi was going to score goals... he always scores,” Mbappe added. "I'm going to keep scori…

…but has been a key part of La Roja’s success since De la Fuente took charge. The Real Sociedad forward scored the winning goal in the Euro 2024 final against England. “People who understand football rate him incredibly highly; he has a massive impact on the national team,” said De la Fuente, when asked if Oyarzabal is…

…difficult following the breakup. The broadcaster also disclosed that Pastor Bolaji tried to intervene and encouraged both of them to remain in the church, but she felt it would be uncomfortable for them to continue serving together. "You people don't know that my very first church in Nigeria was Harvesters Internationa…

There was pandemonium in Maraban Jos in Kaduna State after mob set ablaze a woman identified as Malama Ummulkhairi over allegations of child theft that have not been substantiated. The incident has triggered outrage across the state and renewed concerns about the growing menace of jungle justice, lawlessness and the da…

…generated concerns among some members of the Muslim community who believe that qualified indigenous Muslims should be given priority in positions relating to the administration of religious affairs within the state.” He specifically questioned the appointment of a representative for Delta Central, arguing that there ar…

…explained that the suspects were arrested on June 15, 2026. He said the suspects, identified as Ibrahim Mohammed Dabban and Ndako Sulaimon, both residents of the Sabo area of Sagamu, Ogun State, were arrested. Ayanlade added that the suspects were arrested along the Oyo/Ogbomoso axis. He said the suspects are currently…

Claude Guillemot, co-founder of French video game company Ubisoft, died Friday at the age of 69. According to French media (via Bloomberg), Guillemot died in a plane crash in the French resort town of La Baule. He was one of two people aboard the plane, both of whom died. Guillemot founded Ubisoft with his four brother…

…were misleading. He described Mr Obasi as a man who left his marriage in 2013, remarried, and later re-emerged publicly years after his former wife gained attention. "A man who left his wife in 2013, married another woman and moved on... years after he sees the ex-wife is now doing well and comes back to attach himself…

…operation covered several parts of the state following earlier enforcement actions carried out weeks ago. Areas affected included Ikorodu, Festac-First Gate, Mazamaza, Iyana Iba, Egbeda, Iyana Ipaja, Ikotun Roundabout, Ojodu, Berger, Igando, LASU-Iba Road, and other major corridors. According to him, some of the operat…

By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki ABAKALIKI - A torrential rainfall accompanied by a windstorm has caused widespread destruction in Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State, destroying farmlands and shops. The downpour, which lasted about three hours on Saturday, triggered severe flooding that submerged farmlands along the Abaka…

…the CAC." The CAC said it would only process and register such transactions when accompanied by evidence of prior NCC approval. The agencies explained that the policy is designed to prevent anti-competitive practices, ensure market fairness, and strengthen regulatory stability in the telecom sector. They added that the…

…rather than being announced by noise. Specifically, the Vice President identified the ‘like mother, like son’ case scenario between the President and his late mother, stating that the late Alhaja Mogaji shaped President Tinubu into a leader, and that she still serves Nigeria through the values she instilled in her son,…

Police said the parents of the deceased infants have now been arrested.

…appointed chairman of that body. That is separate from the Afobaje Council," he clarified. He further revealed that he had not met or interacted with the Olisa since the suspension took effect in January. "The last time we all sat together was January 20. Since then, there has been no meeting, and I have not even seen…

…was stolen during an attack on the hospital's security guards. Police said two unidentified suspects attacked the guards with a sharp knife on June 15 and carted away the ambulance, solar batteries, and other valuables. Following investigations by officers from the Badawa Division, the ambulance was recovered abandoned…

…friends, and former colleagues devastated. Initial reports indicated that unidentified assailants may have attacked the residence on Saturday night, killing the victims before fleeing with the deceased broadcaster’s vehicle and mobile phone. Mrs. Oyesiku, who retired from Ogun State Television after years of service, w…