
UK denounces attempts to ‘interfere in our democracy’ after Vance comments
Troops neutralise nine terrorists, arrest 31 nationwide
Alleged N36m Fraud: Court reserves ruling on Blessing CEO’s bail application till June 9
Jonathan urges judiciary, legal practitioners to strengthen institutions, uphold justice
Naira depreciates to N1,397/$ in parallel market.
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SubscribeKano police warn against roller skating on highways
The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, warned that the command will not tolerate such behaviour.
Int’l Friendly: Super Falcons edge Senegal’s Lionesses 2-1
Nigeria’s Super Falcons kicked off their preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a 2-1 win over Senegal in a friendly match played in Ikenne-Remo on Friday.
We have capacity to contain Ebola outbreak — NCDC
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) on Friday said Nigeria has the capacity to contain an Ebola outbreak if it enters the country, even as it appealed to the media and members of the public not to spread fear or panic through unverified negative narratives.
Scores of repentant Boko Haram terrorists, CJTF, soldiers killed in Borno village attack
Mandaragirau, and outskirts of Biu located along the Biu-Damboa-Maiduguri which was closed down for motorists several years ago due to its unsafe, has witnessed deadly attacks in recent past.
2027: Hamzat appoints Obanikoro as campaign DG
The All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate in the 2027, and incumbent Lagos Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat, KOH, has appointed Senator Musiliu Obanikoro as Director-General of his campaign team.
IPOB raises concerns over Kanu conviction, says appeal has wider legal implications
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has renewed its campaign over the conviction of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, saying the appeal filed against the judgment raises broader legal and constitutional issues.
Obasanjo says ‘anxious’ to read Gowon’s memoir, explains absence at book launch
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed eagerness to obtain and read ‘My Life of Duty and Allegiance’, the newly released memoir of former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, describing the book as an important contribution to Nigeria’s historical record.
Security agencies closing in on abductors of 9-year-old boy — Ondo Govt
The Ondo State Government has assured residents that security agencies are making significant progress in efforts to rescue nine-year-old Olaosebikan Victor, who was abducted by gunmen in Igbosi Community, Idogun, in Ose Local Government Area of the state.
‘I almost slapped one NFF member’ – Ex-Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze
Former Super Eagles defender, Ifeanyi Udeze, has revealed that he nearly slapped a member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) during a dispute over an unpaid match bonus.
Bitcoin drops below $60,000, first time since October 2024
Bitcoin dropped below $60,000 on Friday, its lowest level since October 2024, just before Donald Trump’s election which propelled it to a record high.
Police reject alleged leak of operational details in Oyo abduction probe
The Oyo State Police Command has dismissed a widely circulated publication claiming to contain operational details of the ongoing investigation into the recent abduction incident in Ahoro-Esiele, Oriire Local Government Area, describing the report as false, speculative and capable of undermining security operations.
FIFA raises payments to clubs that send players to World Cup
Clubs whose players go to the World Cup or appeared in qualifying will receive increased compensation this summer, FIFA, the governing body of world football, announced on Friday.
Yamal named La Liga player of the year
Teenage Barcelona striker Lamine Yamal was named player of the year in La Liga on Friday after spearheading the club’s drive to the title.
Putin rules out imminent Zelensky meeting
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday ruled out meeting his Ukrainian counterpart any time soon, a day after Volodymyr Zelensky called for a sit-down between the leaders to end the four-year war.
World Cup: FIFA introduces new pre-match ceremony for squad players
According to FIFA, the change is aimed at ensuring that every squad member “shares in the experience of representing their country on football’s biggest stage.”
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