…countries at the ongoing tournament in North America. According to a BBC World Service report, of the ten most populous nations globally, only the United States and Brazil have teams at the current World Cup, while Russia and Nigeria, despite having appeared at previous editions, are absent this time around. China and…

…we were expecting it to be more stagnant as it is flowing from what we are seeing, from reports we are seeing." 'Ogun River flowing into Lagos' "So, now that it is flowing, there is every indication that the river is also contributing. "So, now there is urban flooding at stake, currently happening, and riverine floodin…

…following recent torrential rainfall. While no large scale loss of life has been reported in many of the affected states, residents have suffered heavy economic losses as property worth millions of naira was destroyed, commercial activities grounded and transportation severely disrupted. For many residents, the latest…

…he said. Nwankwo added that residents living close to flare sites frequently report persistent coughs, eye irritation, breathing difficulties, body itching, and unexplained skin rashes. "The excessive heat generated by flare stacks can alter local microclimates. Children, pregnant women, and the elderly are often the m…

…of the state. And she is, according to her own accounts, a generous woman. Various reports in the past three and a half years identify her with grants, scholarships, food relief, agricultural support, disaster relief, and support for elderly citizens and conflict victims. In June 2026, she appeared to tweak her giving,…

…The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission disclosed this in its First Quarter 2026 report, stating that the subsidy arose from the Federal Government's decision to retain electricity tariffs at the July 2024 rates instead of implementing cost-reflective tariffs. According to the report, the tariff shortfall stood…

…cannot afford basic healthcare and adequate nutrition. The 2025 Joint Health Sector Report by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare shows rising cases of malaria among children under five, diarrhoea, pneumonia, and other vaccine-preventable diseases despite the availability of free vaccines. DEBORAH TOLU-KO…

…procedures and steps that we follow. What is important is that there is no breach reported to us that we have not acted on, whether it involves a government institution or a private organisation. We investigate every report properly and thoroughly before reaching any conclusion. People sometimes ask why we do not make…

…not express interest in participating in its 2024 HOPE-Governance Programme, contrary to reports alleging that the state was denied the loan facility for failing to meet performance benchmarks. According to the World Bank's Implementation Status and Results Report on Nigeria HOPE-Governance (P181476), dated July 7, 202…

…of the Bama-Banki Road and the Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala Road. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the project area is located in the North-East and borders the Republic of Cameroon. The existing Bama-Banki Road is a two-lane single carriageway measuring 49.15 kilometres and runs from Bama town to the Cameroon border. Re…

…Dr. Akutah Pius, made this known while responding to questions from maritime editors and reporters during a media engagement in Lagos on Saturday. Akutah said concerns had been raised before the rollout of the National Single Window that its implementation could delay container clearance and expose importers to demurra…

…minister “knows who the boss is” in their relationship. The possible meeting comes amid reports of tensions between the two leaders over efforts to end the war against Iran that the US and Israel started in late February. “We get along very good. (Netanyahu) knows who the boss is,” Trump said in a brief phone interview…

…existence of the council and distanced itself from individuals claiming to represent it, reports indicating that over N1bn was appropriated for the entity in the 2026 budget had raised serious questions requiring urgent clarification. According to the statement, the controversy should not be dismissed as the alleged mi…

…as Burna Boy, has taken delivery of a one-of-one custom Venuum Widebody Bugatti Chiron, reportedly valued at over ₦9 billion. In a post shared by Venuum on Instagram on Saturday, "Happy birthday, Burna Boy! Today we've made your dream a reality a one-of-a-kind Bugatti Chiron VXX Special Edition just for you. It's a mas…

…Nigerians nationwide could be at risk during the current lean season. He also cited reports that more than 10,000 residents of Borno had entered what humanitarian agencies classified as 'catastrophic hunger conditions'. "Insecurity, including banditry and insurgency, has prevented many farmers from accessing their farm…

…by the Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Sunday Abutu. According to report, one of the victims died in the kidnappers’ den. The statement reads, “The successful rescue followed sustained intelligence-led operations and coordinated efforts by the Nigeria Police Force, the Military, other security agencies, the…

…shooting disabled and homeless persons with a high-powered, motorised water gun. He reportedly taunted his victims and shared videos of the attacks on social media. The Houston Police Department disclosed this in a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Thursday and sighted by our correspondent on Saturday.…

…Khamenei on Saturday and met with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, state media reported. Tehran has for years provided support to Palestinian group Hamas, Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthis — all designated terrorist groups by the United States and other western nations, making itself the target of internat…

…In a statement posted on his verified Facebook page on Saturday, Atiku said a Reuters report published on July 1, 2026, quoting the IMF, indicated that public expenditures equivalent to about 2 per cent of Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) were not captured in recent official budgets. According to him, the alleged…

…At this time, Depot Nigerian Army, Osogbo has not received any formal complaint, medical report, or credible evidence from any alleged victim, witness, or the University Management to substantiate the claim of rape by our personnel. “In the absence of such concrete evidence, we view the widespread circulation of this s…

…initially moved the victims through forests into neighbouring Kwara State. The PUNCH reports that the kidnappers initially demanded a ₦1bn ransom, later reducing it to ₦50m. Although the community reportedly raised and paid ₦10.5m alongside other items demanded by the abductors, the victims remained in captivity, promp…

…to embrace maternal, newborn and child healthcare services across the state. The PUNCH reports that the event included the graduation ceremony of National Health Fellows Cohort I and the inauguration of Cohort II of the fellows.

…doing. I know the effort they put in day and night. "Three years ago, when we saw the reports, we took them methodically-from waste management to banning Styrofoam, banning certain plastics, removing contraventions on floodplains, pushing back on wetlands, and providing more drainage infrastructure. "If you listen to t…

…never existed and has distanced itself from anyone claiming to represent the council, reports that over ₦1 billion was allocated to an entity bearing the same or a similar name in the 2026 Appropriation Act have created concerns that deserve clear answers. “This controversy cannot simply be dismissed as the misconduct…

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