By Gift Chapi Odekina ABUJA - Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Philip Agbese, has urged President Bola Tinubu to suspend the implementation of the Federal Government’s proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), saying the planned changes require broader consultation. Agbese, w…

…across Edo State, government officials, corporate leaders, community stakeholders, and sons and daughters of Okpella. Reflecting on his first year on the throne, the Okuokpellagbe said the transformation witnessed across the community was a clear indication that Okpella was embracing a new era of development. He said h…

…has petitioned the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Esther Didi Walson-Jack, urging urgent intervention to protect the investments of affected workers and prevent a potential industrial crisis. In the petition dated June 15, 2026, and signed by National Chairman Benjamin Uyanto and National Secretary O…

…noted that Messi’s victory requires context because the award has been judged on a seasonal basis-from August 1 to July 31-since 2022. That meant the jury primarily assessed the Argentine’s performances for Paris Saint-Germain during the 2022-23 campaign before his move to the United States, alongside his World Cup-win…

By Dayo Johnson AKURE - The management of the Federal University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Akure (FUTATH), has vowed to prosecute any staff found involved in an alleged employment racketeering scheme linked to the hospital. In a statement issued by the hospital’s Head of Public Relations, Mr. Tope Fayehun, the m…

…took effect on July 1, 2026, following the retirement of former directors, Akinwumi Godson Fanimokun and Taofeeq Oluwatoyin Salman. The company also announced the appointment of Tajudeen Omoshola Shobayo as Vice Chairman, succeeding Fanimokun, who retired after eight years on the board. "The Board has approved the appo…

…by suspected herdsmen, describing the report as entirely false. The command's spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, disclosed this on Sunday following reports circulating on Facebook about the alleged attack. The report had alleged that more than 80 students were trapped in a hostel that was set ablaze around the Federal Poly…

…and targeted members of the local vigilante group who were on duty. The spokesperson for the Berom Youth Moulders, Mr. Rwang Tengwong, confirmed the incident, describing the killings as a direct attack on the community’s efforts to safeguard lives and property. He said the slain vigilantes were part of a local security…

…the stockfish passes through many middlemen before it gets to the final seller. Each person adds a profit margin, and that pushes the price higher. "Scarcity is another major factor. Stockfish is not readily available now, and demand exceeds supply. "Exchange rate fluctuations also contribute because stockfish is impor…

…It further states that the government must facilitate the safe return of displaced persons.

…of 1,900, primarily for those in vulnerable homes. Authorities had “learned a lot of lessons that came from Mawar” and were better prepared when Sinlaku hit, said local official Damon Michael Borja, noting areas such as electricity and water supply “and just overall the health and safety of our people.” From “almost th…

…of late supreme leader Ali Khamenei during a second day of funeral ceremonies, but his son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei was conspicuously absent. The elder Khamenei ruled the Islamic republic 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. Officia…

…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 Yunana Joe, popularly known as Big Joe. According to the ministry, Iroegbu was allegedly killed by officers of the Tshw…

…women in the state still patronise unregistered health facilities that lack qualified personnel, essential equipment, proper hygiene and emergency referral systems. According to the Speaker, such practices, often driven by poverty, ignorance, cultural beliefs and poor access to quality healthcare, contribute to materna…

…Motor Spare Parts Market to steal the vehicle during his absence." The police spokesperson explained that when the complainant arrived at the designated location, the suspect had disappeared. Ayanlade said the complainant immediately returned to where he had parked his vehicle, only to discover that it had been stolen.…

…total lack of commitment to the welfare and security of Nigerian citizens, the only reasonable action is for President Tinubu to resign from office." Obi also urged Nigerians to demand greater accountability from the government. The comments followed an IMF disclosure that Nigeria left public spending equivalent to abo…

…with more than 35 million Nigerians nationwide at risk during this challenging season.” "The fact that over 10,000 residents of Borno State have entered 'catastrophic' hunger conditions represents not only immense human suffering but also a profound national failure. Nigeria should not rank among the world's hungriest…

…the area, highlighting a recurring pattern of lawlessness whenever emotions overwhelm reason. According to the Kaduna State Police Command, the incident occurred on June 21, 2026, after residents accused Ummulkhair of attempting to steal a child. Police said there was no evidence at the time to substantiate the allegat…

…despite acknowledging the Nigerian's overall ability following another prolific season with Galatasaray, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Osimhen finished the 2025/2026 campaign with 22 goals and eight assists across all competitions, playing a pivotal role as Galatasaray successfully defended their Super Lig title, form th…

…as the club secured a third-place finish in the Super Lig, qualification for next season's UEFA Europa League and Turkish Cup glory. The 22-year-old's performances have attracted interest from several other European clubs, including West Ham United, Napoli, Bayer Leverkusen and Leeds United, though Fulham are understoo…

…of the Ethiopian Premier League, Kifle Seife, disclosed that the country's top-flight season had been severely affected by a shortage of approved stadiums, a challenge that also forced the men's national team to host their African qualifying matches in Morocco.

By Dayo Johnson, Akure The Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG) in Ondo State has said the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee's (NWC) reversal of several Senate and House of Representatives primary election results saved the party from what it described as an "electoral precipice." Speaking in Akure, the…

…with the flooding happening, if nothing is done, this is just the start of the rainy season, sometime around July-September (12 weeks), and it could be worse than what is even happening right now. "And we're expecting it to be worse around August-September, particularly August-September". Muhammad also raised fears abo…

…the party's list of candidates. According to him, the legal action was not driven by personal ambition but by the need to ensure that political parties comply with their own rules and uphold democratic principles. He said many aspirants were misled into waiting for declarations by the party's national leadership, despi…

By Dayo Johnson, Rotimi Ojomoyela, Adeola Badru, Samuel Oyadongha, Egufe Yafugborhi, Ozioruva Aliu, Ike Uchechukwu, Ochuko Akuopha, Jeff Agboddo, & Daniel Abia What began as days of persistent rainfall has quickly escalated into widespread flooding across several states, leaving a trail of destruction that has once aga…