PFIPC: Atiku demands probe into N6.44bn failed World Cup qualification
"How does a serious government budget N6.44 billion for presidential support for World Cup qualifiers after the country had already been eliminated? What competition was the money intended to support? Who inserted the provision, who approved it and who was expected to benefit from an expenditure whose stated purpose had already ceased to exist?" Atiku queried.
Nigerian Catholic priest dies after being told to leave US over expiring visa
A Nigerian Catholic priest, Rev. Benjamin Madu who had been preparing to leave the United States after his religious worker visa expired has died in Massachusetts, church officials have confirmed.
Gunmen kill vigilante in fresh Plateau attack
A vigilante member has been killed in a fresh attack on Wereng-Rim community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
We’ll continue to support digital financial services’ growth — Wema Bank
By Precious EnaikeLAGOS —WEMA Bank said it will retain its position as a key enabler of Nigeria’s fintech ecosystem through a strategic engagement with its fintech partners. The Bank stated this when it brought together fintech founders, technology partners, payment providers and key industry stakeholders for an evening of strategic engagement, celebrating longstanding relationships, appreciating […]
‘They controlled the game better than us’ — Mbappe on why France lost to Spain
France captain Kylian Mbappe appeared to question Didier Deschamps’ tactical approach after Les Bleus were beaten 2-0 by Spain in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday.
World Cup 2026 Young Player award favourites ranked as Cubarsi leads race
Spain defender Pau Cubarsi has emerged as the frontrunner for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Young Player of the Tournament award following a string of commanding displays at the tournament in North America.
