US envoy Witkoff headed to Switzerland for talks – Reports
His trip comes as Washington and Iran work to get technical talks following up on an initial peace deal "back on track," CNN said.
Ekiti gov poll: Heavy security in Ikere-Ekiti
There was heavy presence of security personnel from the Nigerian Police and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) across Ikere-Ekiti on Saturday ahead of the commencement of the Ekiti governorship election.
World Cup 2026: Nigerian-American Balogun gets two consecutive MOTM awards
Folarin Balogun’s impressive start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continued on Friday as the striker picked up his second straight Man of the Match award after helping the United States book a place in the knockout stage.
US withdraws HIV support for South Africa
The United States government has announced plans to stop funding HIV and AIDS programmes in South Africa, citing concerns over the treatment of the country’s white minority Afrikaner community.
Paraguay’s Almiron becomes first player sent off for covering mouth
Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron claimed an unwanted piece of football history on Friday after becoming the first player to be sent off for covering his mouth during an on-field confrontation under new FIFA rules.
World Cup: Why I chose to play for South Africa over Nigeria – Ime Okon
South Africa defender Ime Okon has explained why he chose to represent Bafana Bafana ahead of Nigeria.
Govt stronger than bandits, peace deal not an option — Gov Lawal
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed his administration’s opposition to negotiating with bandits, insisting that seeking peace deals with criminal groups remains unacceptable in the state.
2 countries eliminated from 2026 FIFA World Cup
Haiti and Turkey have become the first two nations to be eliminated from the ongoing FIFA World Cup after suffering consecutive defeats in their respective group-stage matches.
10-man Paraguay edge Turkey, keep World Cup hopes alive
Ten-man Paraguay beat Turkey 1-0 at the World Cup on Friday, a result that kept their hopes alive and also guaranteed that co-hosts the USA win Group D.
Brazil bounce back with dominant win, leave Haiti bottom of Group C
Brazil took control of their destiny in Group C with a 3-0 victory over Haiti that ended the Caribbean nation’s chances of reaching the last 32.
Bandits may be getting support from those in authority – Ex-NYSC DG
Former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier-General Maharazu Tsiga (retd.), has alleged that bandits terrorising communities across Northern Nigeria may be receiving support from certain persons in positions of authority.
Oyo school abduction: Security forces corner kidnappers’ cell at national park
Security forces have intensified efforts to rescue dozens of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oyo State after intelligence reports identified key Boko Haram commanders allegedly linked to the kidnapping and revealed that the terrorists are now largely confined within the Oyo National Park.
Boko Haram suffocates 12-hour-old baby in Chibok
What should have been a moment of joy for a family in Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State turned into tragedy when a 12-hour-old baby girl reportedly suffocated during a Boko Haram attack on her community.
