The National Industrial Court of Nigeria has voided the Federal Government’s policy requiring education directors to retire after spending eight years in office, ruling that teachers and education officers who become directors are entitled to remain in service until they attain 65 years of age or complete 40 years of p…
…proposal The House of Representatives on Tuesday withdrew its proposed constitutional amendment on state police and gave the Executive-sponsored bill first and second readings before referring it to the Committee on Constitutional Review. Read the full story below: https://punchng.com/breaking-house-withdraws-own-state…
GistReel Spain forward Lamine Yamal says reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup final would be the perfect birthday present as La Roja prepare to face France in Tuesday’s semi-final. The Barcelona youngster, who on Monday celebrated his 19th birthday, said his focus is on helping Spain book a place in Sunday’s final rather t…
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding access to quality healthcare for vulnerable Nigerians through targeted financing programmes, saying the country’s pursuit of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) extends beyond increasing health insurance enrolment to building an equit…
…ASP Blessing Agabe, said the suspect is currently being detained at the State Criminal Investigation Department in Port Harcourt and will be arraigned upon the completion of police investigation. by Linda Ikeji at 14/07/2026 1:21 PM | Share this Story
…stalling the execution of a critical pay adjustment bill that was passed by the National Assembly and formally assented to by President Bola Tinubu.The confrontation took place during an emergency veterans' retreat attended by over 70 retired service members at the Armed Forces Headquarters Command Mess 1 in Abuja on M…
…shift, the House of Representatives has withdrawn its self-sponsored constitutional amendment bill aimed at establishing state police across Nigeria.The decision, made during Tuesday's plenary session, July 14, clears the path for lawmakers to focus entirely on a separate, executive-backed State Police Bill forwarded b…
…a stupid girl," the man said angrily as he stood in front of her, too close for personal comfort. "Don't try it," the woman warned him as he got aggressively close to her. A man in a work vest approached and held the older man away from the young woman, who at this point begins insulting the man. A bike rider also inte…
…controversy has erupted within the Senegalese football community following the national team's exit from the World Cup in North America.Senegal Football Federation (FSF) president Abdoulaye Fall revealed that the squad's chief medical officer of nine years was primarily trained as a gynaecologist, triggering deep conce…
…authorities. They argued that the offences are contrary to Sections 285 and 167 of the Penal Code Law. When the charges were read and explained to them, both defendants pleaded guilty. Following their plea, the prosecution urged the court to summarily try the matter in pursuant to Section 338 of the Gombe State Adminis…
The United States has opened a pathway for Nigerian professionals seeking employment in the country through H-1B visa sponsorship. This was disclosed in a publication by Ellis Visa Sponsors, a US immigration law firm, on Monday. The H-1B visa programme enables US employers to recruit highly skilled foreign professional…
…to comply with the summons could lead to the invocation of the Assembly’s constitutional powers. The House said it would “not hesitate to invoke its powers, in line with Section 129 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), if you fail to appear accordingly.” The petition before the Ass…
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to prosecute the party’s factional National Chairman, Nafiu Bala, over claims that he uploaded candidates’ names on the Commission’s portal. ADC’s spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi urged INEC to take all steps towards ens…
…pace of the investigation, claiming that although officers from the Isalu-Isin Divisional Police Headquarters recovered her father’s motorcycle from the scene, the family had yet to receive any update. “We reported the incident to the Police Division in Isalu-Isin and I learnt that the Police had retrieved the motorcyc…
…broadcast on Monday, July 13, Governor Makinde urged the UN and other international accountability bodies to investigate the circumstances surrounding the Ogbomoso abduction and rescue of the victims, saying Nigerians deserve a full account of what transpired. "The circumstances surrounding this incident are sufficient…
FBI bill England vs Argentina as 'highest risk' World Cup match England's semi-final with Argentina has been classified as the 'highest risk' match at the World Cup following a meeting of the FBI, tournament officials and local law enforcement. The FBI, FIFA officials and local police held a security meeting on Monday…
Former Chelsea and Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka reveals the reason he was expelled from the 2010 World Cup by France Former Chelsea and Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka has opened up about the infamous dressing-room confrontation with manager Raymond Domenech during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, an incident that…
…We continue to live with the pain of not knowing where he rests, unable to perform the final rites that would honour his memory and bring peace to our hearts.Your Excellency, we respectfully appeal that you direct the relevant security agencies to intensify efforts to locate and recover the remains of Mr. Michael Olugb…
Videos from the City Boy Movement's national retreat in Abuja ahead of the 2027 elections have surfaced on social mediaThe highlight from the event was the patron Seyi Tinubu's dance moves as Fuji star KWAM 1 performed at the eventThe video made it the president's son's first public appearance after controversial DJ Ch…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has launched an online self-service portal that enables eligible Nigerians to register for a Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC), transfer their voting location, update their details and replace lost or damaged voter cards. The platform, part of the ongoing Continuous Voter Regist…
…referee Ismail Elfath to officiate the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina. The governing body announced this in a post on its official X handle on Tuesday that Elfath will take charge of Match 102, scheduled for July 15 at Atlanta Stadium, with kick-off set for 3:00 p.m. EDT…
GistReel Security will be increased for Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta, with local authorities announcing extra measures ahead of one of football’s biggest international rivalries. The two nations will meet at Atlanta Stadium for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with…
…Area, Adamawa State on Monday, remanded a man identified as Jediel Sylvester at correctional center for allegedly impregnating his own daughter (names withheld). The court presided by Hon. Kabiru Musa, ordered the remand of the defendant in prison after pleading guilty to the alleged offences slammed against him. Sylve…
…operation and sustained investigative efforts by the Command, the intense operational pressure mounted on the abductors forced the hoodlums to abandon the victim, who regained his freedom on the evening of 13 July 2026. "The victim has since been taken to a medical facility for evaluation and necessary treatment. "Upon…
…Adams' longtime partner, Aqueelah Adendorf, also spoke out following the professional soccer player's sudden death. "There are no words to describe the pain I'm feeling," she wrote in her caption. "Rest in peace, my love. Thank you for every memory, every laugh, every hug, and every moment we shared. You were not only…