…content creator IShowSpeed during Argentina’s 3-2 victory over Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. The incident allegedly took place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on July 3, where the popular streamer, whose real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., attended the match and broadcast parts of the occasion liv…
Belgium’s Amadou Onana will miss the remainder of the World Cup after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee during his country’s last-16 win over co-hosts the United States, the Belgian Football Federation announced on Tuesday. The 24-year-old Aston Villa midfielder was forced off early in…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final fixtures are now complete after Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw in the final Round of 16 fixture. Neither side could find a breakthrough over 120 minutes in Vancouver, forcing the tournament’s first penalty shootout of the last 16. Switzerla…
GistReel A Nigerian lady recounts a phone call with her married friend, who broke down in tears. In a post on her X handle @omotodunnn, the lady disclosed that her friend, who walked down the aisle last month, opened up about why she called. Lady Speaks On Her Friend’s Marriage During the call, she calmed dow…
…to network with professionals in the power sector. Application opens on 5th July, 2026 Frequently Asked Questions Everything you should know about the PMI program. Is this training free? Yes, the PMI Meter Installation Course is entirely financed by the federal government. How long is the course? The intense training p…
By Emem Idio, Yenagoa A governorship aspirant in Bayelsa State under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Dr Domor Mienye, has urged indigenes of the state to hold their state government accountable for the high level of poverty in the state, arguing that governors have primary responsibility for …
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA – PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu on Tuesday tasked the leadership of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to intensify efforts to mobilise and deploy the continent’s vast human, financial and natural resources for the collective economic advancement of Africans, stressing that Africa’s drive…
…4-1. Defeat for Mauricio Pochettino's men means none of the host nations remain in the 2026 tournament following the earlier exits of Canada and Mexico. The build-up to the game in Seattle was overshadowed by controversy after forward Folarin Balogun was cleared to play despite being sent off against Bosnia and Herzego…
…from selling corn cries out. pic.twitter.com/Ndvi8n0S8H — CHUKS (@ChuksEricE) July 7, 2026
A lady had a surprising experience at a restaurant that allegedly provided her with a robe because she wore a revealing outfit. She arrived at the restaurant wearing a short and revealing dress. Shortly after she was seated, the establishment allegedly handed her a robe to wear over the outfit. Interestingly, the robe …
A man has sparked reactions online after sharing the unexpected response he received from a lady he mistakenly called on Snapchat late at night. According to him, the call was accidental, and he later reached out to apologize for disturbing her. Hoping to smooth things over, he asked how he could make up for the inconv…
…the guy was her elder sister's best friend, so they were still in touch. Fast forward to 2026, the guy is having his wedding introduction and her elder sister suggested that they both attend. And because she wasn't doing anything at home she concurred. The sister then informed the groom about their coming and the groom…
A Nigerian mother has sparked reactions online after sharing the moment she reprimanded her young daughter for allegedly applying lip gloss without her permission. In the video shared online, the woman had briefly stepped away from her car, leaving her children inside. When she returned, she was surprised to find her d…
The Federal Government says the country is well and uniquely poised to help address global energy challenges. Dr Ekperikpe Ekpo, the Minister of State, Petroleum Resources (Gas), made this submission at the opening of the Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week on Tuesday in Abuja. The 25th NOG has its theme as "Forging …
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA - The Director-General of the Tinubu Support Organization (TSO), Hon. Aminu Suleiman, has urged former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to shelve his 2027 presidential ambition, saying the North would support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in the interest of equity and fairness. Suleiman …
…playing field."Three-time Olympian Vladyslav Heraskevych, who was disqualified from the 2026 Winter Olympics for wearing a helmet that bore photographs of fellow Ukrainian athletes who had been killed during the war with Russia, followed Nandy by labelling it as an "absolutely shameful decision".In September 2025, the…
The Nigerian Bar Association has rejected reports suggesting that the 2026 NBA National Officers' Election has been postponed, insisting that only its National Executive Council has the constitutional authority to suspend or alter the electoral process. The association stated this in a statement issued by its President…
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Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, has been appointed by the African Union, AU, to represent West Africa on the Governing Board of the African Humanitarian Agency, AfHA, the AU’s newly established continental institution for humanitarian coordination and response. The Minister’s Se…
Falz – Break Time EP Break Time: Falz Hits Pause to Hold Nigeria Accountable There comes a point when the music has to stop pretending everything is fine. On Break Time, Falz steps away from the usual expectations of hit records and catchy hooks to make room for something more urgent: conversation. Across the EP, he tu…
7 juillet 2026 Hello , Welcome back to Francophone Weekly by TechCabal, your weekly deep dive into the tech ecosystem across French-speaking Africa. For readers who want to understand Francophone Africa beyond headlines—through markets, startups, and systems. New editions of the newsletter will land directly in your in…
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…Oriekaose Agholor, Adetunji Adewoye, and Kosi Kabiri launched the Wahala App in April 2026, a public incident-reporting mobile and web platform where users can report and receive real-time incident alerts about crime, flooding, election irregularities, and infrastructure failures. “What we wanted to put in the hands of…
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Chinedu Teams Up with Ejyk Nwamba on New Highlife Anthem “Igbo” - Listen Now Nigerian Highlife/Afrobeats star Chinedu (Ahubalezeama) continues his impressive run with the release of a brand-new single titled “Igbo,” featuring the talented Ejyk Nwamba. Known for preserving the rich sounds of Igbo Highlife while blending…