africa
NFF debunks social media reports demanding FIFA Infantino’s resignation
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a formal rebuttal addressing viral social media claims that it had joined the growing chorus of global football associations demanding the resignation of FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The federation took to its official X handle on Saturday, August 8, 2026, to categorize the reports as "outright falsehood," urging […]
Former US President Joe Biden’s cancer has spread, son says
In a poignant and sobering revelation that has drawn global attention, Hunter Biden has provided a candid update on the deteriorating health of his father, the 46th President of the United States, Joe Biden. In an interview published by the BBC this Saturday, Hunter disclosed that his father’s battle with an aggressive form of prostate […]
Six Months of Terror: Nurse Recounts Ordeal Following Abduction of 176 Residents in Kwara State
The harrowing saga of the 176 women and children abducted from the Woro and Nuku communities in the Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State reached a somber conclusion this week, as survivors returned to tell stories of extreme deprivation, psychological trauma, and miraculous survival. Among those rescued is Amirah Salihu, a nurse and daughter […]
D’Tigress suffer narrow defeat against China as World Cup preparation intensifies
Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, commenced the second leg of their intensive international exhibition series with a hard-fought 70-67 loss to China in Haikou on Friday. The encounter, which served as a high-stakes dress rehearsal for the upcoming FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, highlighted the competitive resilience of the reigning five-time African champions as […]
Delta State APC Commences Strategic Reconciliation and Grassroots Mobilization Ahead of 2027 General Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has officially initiated a comprehensive reconciliation drive aimed at healing internal fractures and fortifying its grassroots structure as the party maneuvers for dominance in the 2027 general elections. This strategic shift, which dominated discussions at the Delta North Stakeholders’ Meeting held in Asaba on Friday, signals a […]
I get marriage proposals every day – DJ Cuppy
Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, widely known by her professional moniker DJ Cuppy, has provided a candid glimpse into the intersection of her high-profile entertainment career, her rigorous academic ambitions, and the persistent societal pressures regarding her personal life. In a wide-ranging interview with Marie Claire, the Nigerian disc jockey, producer, and entrepreneur disclosed that she receives […]
Abia State Police Command arrests child trafficking suspect Nnamdi Lazarus and rescues six abducted children in Uratta Aba
In a decisive operation aimed at dismantling criminal syndicates operating within the South-East region of Nigeria, the Abia State Police Command has successfully apprehended a 51-year-old man, Nnamdi Lazarus, in connection with a major child trafficking ring. The arrest, which took place in the Uratta area of Aba, led to the immediate recovery of six […]
Coleman decries high gas prices amid $20m power investment as industrial growth hangs in the balance
The Managing Director of Coleman Technical Industries Limited, George Onafowokan, has issued a stark warning regarding the sustainability of Nigeria’s manufacturing sector, pointing to the exorbitant cost of industrial gas as a primary inhibitor of economic progress. Despite Coleman’s substantial commitment of over $20 million toward independent, gas-powered electricity generation, the firm continues to grapple […]
La Liga: Arsenal target Vini Jr set to sign six-year contract with Madrid
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior is poised to commit his long-term future to the Santiago Bernabéu, putting an end to months of intense speculation regarding a potential departure. The Brazilian superstar is expected to sign a comprehensive six-year contract extension, a move that reinforces his status as the cornerstone of the club’s sporting project under […]
Osun election not just about winning, Adeleke warns APC
The upcoming August 15 governorship election in Osun State has transcended traditional political posturing, evolving into a high-stakes standoff between the state administration and federal institutions. Governor Ademola Adeleke has framed the poll not merely as a quest for electoral victory, but as a critical referendum on the relationship between the federal government and the […]
