…state’s investment in sports was driven by the abundance of talented youths and his administration’s determination to harness their potential through positive engagement. “We have the hosting rights for the 2028 National Sports Festival, and the practice is that, as host, you can introduce some new games, and Scrabble…

…Culture and Creative Arts, bringing together the continent’s top players, coaches, administrators and football stakeholders. The governing body is yet to announce the official date of the ceremony or confirm the full list of award categories. Nigeria lands major CAF event The announcement further strengthens Nigeria’s…

…Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Eugenia Abdallah said the ministry is committed to ensuring justice for the child.According to Abdallah, the suspects were initially released from police custody because there was no official record stating why they had been brought to the station. She said they ha…

…John Onaiyekan, who in a recent interview criticised President Bola Tinubu's administration. Onaiyekan in an interview with Arise TV, disclosed that President Tinubu disagreed with the assessment of the economy and security concerns raised by members of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria during their meeting a…

…the appointment of directors and claims of favouritism and nepotism within the organisation, saying the allegations were unfounded and intended to mislead the public. The clarification followed a joint meeting between the management of the council and the leadership of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeri…

Nigerian comedian and minister, Bayegun Oluwatoyin, popularly known as Woli Arole, and his wife, Yemi Arole, have welcomed a new baby on their fifth wedding anniversary. Woli Arole announced the birth on Sunday in a post on his Instagram page, where he described the child as a “bundle of joy” and thanked God for the ne…

…and Ras was shot several times before they fled in the motor. He was declared de@d at Spanish Town General Hospital while the other victim remains in hospital receiving medical care. Ras was brought up in the area by his adoptive family. He earned recognition for his self-proclaimed "ghetto gospel" approach and in 2012…

…asset transactions in line with the Nigeria Tax Act, 2025, and the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025. The new guidelines are aimed at taxpayers, Virtual Asset Service Providers, Peer-to-Peer marketplace operators, tax practitioners and individuals engaged in virtual asset activities, as the Federal Government intens…

The Federal Ministry of Works has begun an assessment of flood-affected sections along the Benin-Sagamu Expressway following recent torrential rainfall that disrupted movement on parts of the highway. The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, stated this on Monday while inspecting the affected sections at the Ore corridor in…

…what he called a four-month ordeal, saying the delays, repeated payments and administrative processes forced him to spend far more than expected before he eventually received his passport. He said he applied for a passport renewal in March 2026 because his passport was due to expire in May. He had already paid for a tr…

…that the President disagreed with the bishops' assessment, insisting that his administration was on the right track. Speaking on the development, Kalu said; "The Catholic bishops are the conscience of the country and once they give advice, their advice is not for or against; it's just for any sitting President to see t…

…contribution to the continued progress of Manchester United Women.” United, who finished fourth, 15 points behind champions Manchester City in the WSL last season, launch their season at London City Lionesses on September 4. AFP

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has dismissed calls for his removal from office following the death of a female staff member at his private residence, saying President Bola Tinubu instead directed him to remain focused on delivering infrastructure projects. Umahi made the remarks in a video which started trending o…

…completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour," Grande's rep told People. "She looks forward to finishing the tour and ending it on a high note, both healthily and happily, and then taking a much-deserved break from public-facing work and appearances, which has led to endless, ongoing public scrutiny," the rep continued. "This t…

…that terms would cover both the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program. The administration has maintained that the critical waterway must remain open and free of tolls for global oil shipments and trade, while ensuring Tehran cannot acquire nuclear weapons. Addressing whether a lasting agreement could actually be…

…be directed to the Jacksonville Police Department." First-degree r@pe in Alabama is punishable by up to life in prison. by Linda Ikeji at 03/08/2026 10:11 AM | Share this Story

…approach has earned both praise and criticism, with some viewers describing him as organised and others accusing him of being overly controlling. Reacting to the prayer incident, X user, #Feyisparkles, wrote, "I hope Big Brother addresses this, this is not a religious show fgs." Another user, #the_Lawrenz, questioned t…

…These obligations arise independently of any internal retention policy you or your organisation maintain and supersede any routine document destruction or deletion policies that would otherwise apply."The fallout leaves Infantino facing mounting pressure, with UEFA formally declaring a loss of confidence in his preside…

…want to get married but, I don’t want to marry an undergraduate, a single mother, a feminist, a lawyer, a woman who believes in 50/50, a woman who cannot cook, a woman who has never dated a Yahoo boy, a woman who has never had an abortion, a woman who does not believe in God, a woman who worships her pastor, a woman wh…

…the command's commitment to combating human trafficking and other forms of organised crime. by Linda Ikeji at 03/08/2026 7:51 AM | Share this Story

…he solely established the disputed agency, claiming that several Federal Government ministries, departments and agencies acknowledged, processed or engaged with the council. Adeyemi, who is currently being held by the police, made the assertion in a statement issued on Sunday by his legal team and signed by Festus Akhi…

…went on trial, but said they were convicted of “espionage and collaboration with the Zionist regime”. “They helped the intelligence services achieve their objectives by providing them with information on military and security centres during the war,” Mizan added. The number of executions in Iran has risen since the sta…

…company also runs vehicle assembly plants and dealerships representing brands such as Nissan, Hyundai, Volkswagen, and Porsche.It has also invested in food production and agricultural infrastructure across emerging markets.13. Saif Al Ghurair & family ($1.7 billion)Full name: Saif Ahmad Al GhurairDate of birth: 1924Dat…

…New York, United StatesProfession: ActorChristopher McDonald played the secondary antagonist, Shooter McGavin, in Happy Gilmore. In the film, Shooter is stuck in a perpetual rivalry with Happy during the golf circuit. In an exclusive with People Magazine, the Hacks actor expressed his excitement over the sequel release…

…for Vinícius Júnior, attention has turned back to the club’s previous deals with the Spanish giants. From a World Cup winner who arrived past his peak to a captain who has become the face of Arsenal’s revival, here are the five players Arsenal have signed from Real Madrid, according to a ranking published by Planet Foo…