10 football law changes to take place in 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to kick off across the United States, Canada and Mexico, football's lawmakers, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), have approved a series of rule changes aimed at reducing time-wasting, improving officiating and speeding up the game.
Serena Williams announces return to tennis
The 44-year-old, a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, has not played since a third-round loss at the 2022 US Open.
One killed, over 30 abducted in Kogi
The remaining victims were reportedly passengers travelling in a commercial bus that was intercepted by the attackers while passing through the area.
BBNaija Season 10 reunion to premiere June 8
The organisers of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 have announced that the highly anticipated reunion show will officially premiere on June 8, bringing former housemates back to television for what is expected to be an emotional and drama-filled season.
Security vetting mandatory for all travellers – US Mission
“Prohibiting entry to the United States by those who might pose a threat to U.S. national security is key to protecting U.S. citizens at home.”
Abeokuta residents protest, seek release of abducted Oyo school children
Residents of Abeokuta on Monday staged a peaceful protest, calling on appropriate authorities to ensure immediate release of abducted school children and teachers in Oyo state.
Full list: Super Eagles’ 2018 World Cup jersey ranks among football’s greatest kits
The green-and-white Nike design became a global sensation ahead of the 2018 tournament in Russia, attracting millions of pre-orders and sparking long queues outside stores on release day. More than a football jersey, it evolved into a fashion statement and a symbol of Nigeria’s growing cultural influence around the world.
Just in: Babachir Lawal quits ADC, alleges Atiku-favoured primary was rigged
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), alleging that the party’s recently concluded primaries were manipulated in favour of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and his associates.
Hundreds of Ijaw Youths storm court over resource control, Bayelsa LGA suit
Hundreds of Ijaw youths on Monday thronged the premises of the Federal High Court in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, in solidarity with a legal action seeking resource control and the creation of additional local government areas for the state.
INEC steps up readiness for Osun governorship election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has intensified preparations for the August 15, 2026 governorship election in Osun State, with a renewed focus on voter education, inclusivity and strategies to address voter apathy.
Housing crisis: Tenant’s union calls for suspension of rent hikes in Rivers
The National Union of Tenants of Nigeria (NUTN) has urged Gov. Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers to intervene urgently in the worsening housing crises in the Port Harcourt and Obio/Akpor areas of the state.
