…the game this Sunday against Uruguay. All fees have been waived consistent with official policy. Travel arrangements are now being made for mother and son to reunite in Miami."I thank Secretary Rubio, US State Department officials, the government of Cape Verde and Fifa for working together to make this possible," added…

…- The fight for justice on a Scottish fishing trawler9 June 2026Chris ClementsScotland social affairs correspondentBBCKow Mensah and Joshua Amissah were told to work non-stop without enough foodJoshua Amissah got up from his seat in the witness box and stepped away from the interpreter by his side.The end was drawing n…

…chance to impress on football's biggest stage.Australia's professional footballers' association is so proud of the squad's multicultural makeup that it made a video with every player listing their place of birth or family heritage to showcase the benefits of immigration."Children and youth are among the most vulnerable…

…Wahi".The Ivory Coast's football federation (FIF) said it had not been told of any "judicial or administrative proceedings" against Wahi, but confirmed he had not been able to obtain authorisation to enter Canada.However, FIF released an update later on Thursday confirming the player would be part of the travelling par…

…failures and difficult times but it makes you stronger."'Workaholic' and 'master tactician'Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Zambia beat Senegal, Ghana and Ivory Coast on the way to winning the 2012 Afcon titleRenard got his big break when he was appointed assistant to compatriot Claude le Roy at Shanghai Cosco…

…first World Cup appearance in 1982 came towards the back end of the country's socialist heyday, meaning the kit was manufactured by state-owned clothing firm Sonitex."The company is defunct now, so there's no copyright protection on the design, hence many smaller clothing companies copying and selling it in Algeria and…

…learning how to deliver higher-quality work at a faster pace. The impact is becoming especially visible among young professionals entering competitive labour markets. AI is increasingly becoming a gateway to economic opportunity. Google’s Our Life with AI (2025) report found that among Nigerian AI users, 93% use AI to…

…tool, M-KOPA is increasingly making money from lending, insurance, and other financial services built on the repayment data generated by those devices, and serving customers underserved by traditional lenders. “So, when we are selling to our customer, we are not selling them a phone,” Faraimose Kutadzaushe, M-KOPA's ch…

…so. On one side is the operations team; on the other, the engineers building the artificial intelligence (AI) engine that powers Craydel’s study abroad matchmaking tool. There is no imposing corner office separating the co-founder and CEO from the very people helping him build the company. He asks whether I would like…

…company usually sends out event invites two to three weeks ahead of Unpacked, so an official confirmation should land sometime in early July. The same event is expected to introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, and Galaxy Watch 9 series. That puts five new products on one stage, making it…

…Accelerator Africa programme in Nairobi. Most of these startups are building artificial intelligence (AI) into core products in payments, transport, agriculture, healthcare and enterprise software. Google said 60% of the cohort is already profitable, generating an average of $60,000 in monthly revenue. This year’s coho…

…Samsung has not sent out an Unpacked invite or used the name "Galaxy Watch 9" in any official statement. Two things tied to the watch have been confirmed, though. A Samsung Health app overhaul. On June 4, 2026, Samsung's Global Newsroom announced a major update to the Samsung Health app, rolling out from June 8. Samsun…

…in revenue and $1.1 billion in ecosystem adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation (EBITDA) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Core headline earnings per share are expected to increase by between 19% and 28%, while headline earnings are forecast to rise by between 6.7% and 15.7%. For much…

…have identified Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande as a major threat ahead of Saturday’s crucial Group E clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with coach Julian Nagelsmann warning his side against complacency after their emphatic opening victory. The match in Toronto could determine which side secures an early place in the kn…

…enterprises and fighting all forms of abuse and exploitation of migrants, with special attention to refugees and forcibly displaced persons. Partner countries, such as Kenya and the Republic of Korea, have also supported the declaration. For Nigeria, the resolution translates into several direct benefits. The G7 promis…

…transforming abandoned roads into new boulevards, to delivering water projects and judicial quarters, you work day and night. You do not give excuses; you give results. The people of the FCT call you ‘Mr Project’ for a reason”, the president said. Tinubu’s remarks came on the eighth day of a marathon commissioning exer…

…Ronald Koeman has admitted his side must raise their level when they face Sweden in a crucial Group F clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday. The Dutch go into the encounter under pressure after surrendering a late lead in a 2-2 draw against Japan in their opening game, while Sweden arrive full of confidence foll…

…remarkable to point to in terms of impact or achievements." Lawal, who also serves as Special Assistant to the Ogun State Governor on Youth Development, argued that the state’s prevailing zoning considerations further diminish any prospect of Adebutu succeeding Governor Dapo Abiodun. He noted that both Governor Abiodun…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has arrested a Nigerian-American over an alleged cross-border vehicle import fraud involving more than $320,000 (about ?434.9 million). The agency said this in a statement on its website by its Media and Publicity unit on Friday. It said that the suspect was arrested…

The Police command in Kogi has debunked reports on social media, alleging that bandits attacked and abducted passengers on an 18-seater commercial bus, along the Kabba-Okene Road. In a statement on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, said that no kidnapping or casualty occurred, a…

…compatibility before pregnancy. Compounding her situation, Azeez, because of financial constraints, is relying on herbal concoctions provided by a traditional birth attendant. This has raised further concerns about her health and that of her unborn child. There are hundreds of people like Azeez across the country whose…

…considered arguments from both sides. Although we sought to distinguish existing judicial authorities, particularly the Supreme Court decision in the case involving the Government of Kano State and the EFCC, the court held that making a determination at this stage could amount to deciding substantive issues already emb…

…across the Nile River and weaving through the Egyptian capital, the bridge is a crucial transportation link that helps millions of residents navigate one of Africa’s busiest cities. 2. Third Mainland Bridge (Nigeria) - 11.8 km Nigeria’s Third Mainland Bridge is the second-longest bridge in Africa and the longest in Wes…

…NCS, Adewale Adeniyi. The six months extension was made public via a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, as Comptroller General of Customs, Adeniyi’s first tenure extension ought to have expired on August 1, 2026. “The six-month ex…

…following attempts by members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and some elected officials under the platform to take over the administration of the third tier of government in the state. It would be recalled that the APC council officials had approached a Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo to determine whether t…