Ronaldo starts for Portugal against Spain, Silva benched
Cristiano Ronaldo was named in Portugal's starting line-up for the last-16 showdown against Spain on Monday as he bids to extend his last World Cup.
7 things to know about Emmanuel Nnorom, UBA’s incoming chairman
The United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has announced the appointment of Emmanuel Nnorom as its next Chairman, succeeding Tony Elumelu, who will retire on August 21 after completing the maximum 12-year tenure for non-executive directors allowed under Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) regulations.
NDE endorses Tinubu’s commitment to create jobs for youth – Empowers RHEI beneficiaries in Imo
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has said that the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government remains committed to creating more jobs for Nigerian youth, confirming plans to equip beneficiaries of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase II in Imo State with business starter packs and vocational tools. Acting Director-General […]
England’s Jordan Henderson set for wrist surgery after Mexico win
The 36-year-old suffered the injury after appearing to fall awkwardly over the advertising hoardings during England’s celebrations at the Estadio Azteca following Sunday’s Round of 16 triumph.
Umahi commends Sokoto-Badagry Highway progress, expresses concern over Sango-Idiroko road
By John Alechenu ABUJA — Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of work on Section III of the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway, saying construction is proceeding in line with approved engineering specifications. Umahi made the remarks during an inspection of the 162.3-kilometre section of the project traversing parts of Lagos, Ogun […]
World Cup: Mexico coach Aguirre ‘proud but hurt’ after England defeat
Mexico head coach Javier Aguirre says he is proud of his players despite admitting he was deeply hurt after their 3-2 defeat to England ended their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
