Somalia backs referee’s ‘integrity’, pledges ‘unwavering support’
Somalia has defended its referee Omar Artan after he was denied entry to the United States, preventing him from becoming the first Somali official to officiate at a World Cup finals. In a statement on Tuesday, Somalia’s Ministry of Sports expressed “deep regret” over Artan’s denial of entry, saying that despite diplomatic engagement with US […]
‘World Cup of chaos’, says Ian Wright after referee denied US entry
Former England striker Ian Wright has criticised the organisation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the tournament as a “World Cup of chaos” after a Somali referee was denied entry into the United States.
Growing oil theft threatens Nigeria’s energy future
By Godwin Oritse Fresh concerns over the persistent menace of crude oil theft in the Niger Delta were recently brought to the fore by the traditional ruler of Upata Kingdom in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State, His Royal Majesty, Felix Otuwarikpo, who alleged that influential members of the nation’s elite are deeply […]
Why I celebrate when people get divorced – Bovi
“That is not to say my marriage has been easy for 17 years. It has not. I got married at 29. I have been providing for 17 years nonstop.”
Teenage girl arrested after 3 wounded in UK school stabbing
The girl was arrested on suspicion of assault and was in custody for questioning, Greater Manchester Police said in a statement.
Lack of surveillance, CCTV coverage fueling insecurity across states — Ex-Naval Commander
By Juliet Umeh A retired senior naval officer and former Commander of the Maritime Guard Command, Commodore Promise Dappa, has blamed the persistent wave of kidnappings, banditry and insurgency across Nigeria on inadequate surveillance infrastructure and the absence of effective CCTV coverage across states. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Dappa said the country’s […]
