…certain to open the scoring in the third minute when former West Ham forward Enner Valencia burst through the middle but Room tipped the ball around the post. Sherel Floranus fired over at the other end as Curacao showed their pace on the break. Ecuador captain Valencia failed to beat Room from close range before Jordy…

…at a dinner hosted by the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNSRC) - Nigeria Association at the Nigeria House in New York. He said the Tinubu administration recognised the outstanding contributions of Nigerians serving across the UN and remained committed to rewarding excellence and service. "Many of you here de…

…said AI could support drone surveillance, CCTV monitoring, intelligence gathering and facial recognition to track criminal activities. He argued that Nigeria must invest in data centres and other infrastructure required to store and process data locally, adding that Nigeria had conditions that could attract data centre…

…Kudu Federal Constituency by-election which held in Kano State, following the official declaration of results by the Returning Officer, Professor Umar Sani of Bayero University, Kano. Announcing the outcome at the collation centre, Professor Sani confirmed that the election was contested by multiple political parties a…

…diverse nation is no longer tenable,” Dr. Joseph Oteri, Capoon of the National Association of Seadogs (NAS), has warned. Dr. Oteri gave the warning, as he declared open the 2026 Feast of Barracuda, by the Zuma Deck Abuja. “Our 1999 Constitution vests the police exclusively in the Federal Government. That was a choice t…

…a man seen physically assaulting a woman in a viral video that circulated widely on social media. The arrest was carried out by officers led by Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Emeka Amanchukwu following credible intelligence received by the unit. A photograph of the suspect’s arrest was posted on Facebook on June…

…"Lagos is a sub-national economy that carries the weight of a nation. As Nigeria's commercial and financial nerve centre and its busiest gateway for trade and investment, Lagos carries responsibilities that extend far beyond its borders," he said. "When Lagos works, Nigeria works better." The governor reiterated his ad…

…in-depth understanding of governance at the local, state, and federal levels. "Few politicians in Nigeria today can boast such a comprehensive administrative background. Supporters argue that this wealth of experience has prepared him for the enormous responsibility of leading a diverse and complex nation like Nigeria.…

…that his leadership and counsel earned him respect across political, traditional and social divides. The governor urged the family, associates, the Katagum Emirate and the people of Bauchi State to take solace in the exemplary life and achievements of the deceased, whose contributions to society will remain indelible i…

…ranked as the world's leading CBI destination, followed by Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Antigua and Barbuda. St. Kitts and Nevis achieved the highest overall score in the index, reinforcing the Caribbean's position as the most competitive region globally for investment migration programmes. More insights Oritsej…

…concerns over the state of the region. Shehu made the remark on Saturday on his official X handle. He painted a grim picture of a population he said is alive but unable to respond to the challenges around them. According to him, many people in the region are living in fear and confusion due to insecurity and hardship.…

…has come close by way of popular acceptance. Chief M.K.O. Abiola the candidate of the Social Democratic Party SDP that won the election was not only stopped from assuming office but was arrested and detained till he died in captivity. The ghost of June 12 continued to haunt Nigeria until 2018 when former President Muha…

The report said the bandits operated around the Niger-Kwara-Kogi axis before the military offensive.

…@Ghost91on had two days ago claimed that Officer Woos, who is Broda Shaggy’s close associate announced his death in an Instagram post. @Ghost91on wrote as he shared Broda Shaggy’s picture “Officer woos just announced the passed away of his brother broda shaggi vis his ig page. May his soul rest in perfect peace.” React…

…they are imposed by and for the United States of America”, Trump wrote on Truth Social. – Switzerland push – An Iranian delegation arrived in Switzerland late Saturday, state media and the Swiss foreign ministry said. Iran’s official broadcaster said it included parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreig…

…held on Saturday. Faduyile was a former National President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) and currently the Special Adviser on Health Matters to Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The INEC returning officer, who is the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University Lokoja, Prof. Gbenga Solomon-Ibileye, said th…

…law. The Command reiterated its commitment to safeguarding lives and property and appreciated residents for their support for ongoing efforts to maintain security across Plateau State. Police also encouraged members of the public to report criminal activities and misconduct by security personnel through designated comp…

…funding requirements for immigration administration and related services. Japanese officials noted that the additional revenue generated from the higher fees will support immigration management systems, Japanese language education programmes, and measures aimed at addressing visa overstays and other compliance issues.…

…goddess Shiva. To complete their vows, the ascetic monks rely on ropes, swings and specially-designed harnesses that keep them standing even when their legs give in. Photos and clips of Daulat, also known as DulalGiri Ji Maharaj, show him resting on a hanging swing with severely swollen and blackened legs. The lack of…

…winner in 2022 after polling 187,057 votes against former Governor Segun Oni of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), who secured 82,211 votes, and Bisi Kolawole of the PDP, who got 67,457 votes. In 2022, Oyebanji got 53.16 percent of the total valid votes, while his close contenders, Oni and Kolawole, got 23.36 percent a…

…documents, responding to emails, managing the spillover that comes with a demanding financial services role. He has a wife and two children. When he returns home on most evenings, dinner is already on the table and the children are close to bedtime. "I see them for maybe an hour before they sleep," he says. "On weekend…

…to service. INEC Returning Officer for the election, Professor Adenike Oladiji, officially declared Oyebanji winner at about 3:13 a.m. on Sunday. Oladiji, who is the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Akure, announced that the APC candidate secured 319,224 votes. His closest rival, Dr Oluwole Oluy…

…red card sanction.' Paraguay faced Turkey in the early hours of Saturday morning in a crucial match following their defeat to the USA on the opening day. The South American team took the lead just two minutes into the match with a goal from Matias Galarza, but they were reduced to ten players just before half-time. The…

…until the substantive case is finally determined. Many legal minds have reminded politicians that the Nigerian Supreme Court has consistently ruled that courts lack jurisdiction to interfere in the internal affairs of political parties. The apex court has said that political parties are " voluntary associations with in…

…to the public to clarify the demands of her abductors. In the clip which circulated on social media, Mrs. Alani pushed back against reports that their kidnappers asked for a ?1 billion ransom or the introduction of Sharia law in Nigeria. "These are not true. They are just trying to create problems for us," she said, ap…