The race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Ball will be decided after Sunday’s final between Spain and Argentina, with several players staking strong claims to be named the tournament’s best performer.

Tsanni said the engagement aimed to strengthen mobilisation through partnerships and strategic interactions with political groups across the state.

Spain winger Lamine Yamal has once again taken to social media with a cryptic message just hours before one of the biggest matches of his career.

…Credible identity system will strengthen mining oversight — Alake By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have commenced collaboration aimed at strengthening digital governance, improving security and accelerating reforms in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. The partnership was disclosed in a statement signed by the […]

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Ministry of Education has dismissed reports alleging that suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists attacked the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Monguno, Borno State, killing students and attempting to abduct others. The ministry described the reports as false, saying its internal verification, including direct communication with the […]

The Commissioner added that the condition has made the location susceptible to water accumulation during  heavy rainfall and  flooding over the years.

…Warns Electoral Malpractices, Weak Rule of Law Scare Investors Away By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Billionaire businessman and founder of Adeleke University, Dr Deji Adeleke, has expressed concern over electoral malpractices and weak adherence to the rule of law, warning that such challenges are discouraging investors from doing business in Nigeria. Adeleke said continued loss of […]

Winning the FIFA World Cup is the ultimate achievement in football. Defending that title, however, has proven even more difficult.

By Peter Duru, Makurdi Troops of Sector 1, Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with the Benue State Civil Protection Guard, have killed two suspected terrorists and rescued three kidnap victims during an intelligence-led operation in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. The operation, which lasted two days, was carried out […]

…Commends EFCC’s recent court victories By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) on Sunday called for greater transparency and public oversight in the management of assets recovered through anti-corruption efforts, saying Nigerians deserve to know how forfeited properties and funds are utilised. The group also commended the Economic and Financial Crimes […]

…Says female heads of Bench and Bar have two years to restore confidence in judiciary By John Alechenu ABUJA — Former Senator representing Ekiti South, Akinyede Sola, has described the election of Oyinlasola Badejo-Okunsanya, SAN, as President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) as a historic development for the legal profession and Nigeria’s judiciary. Akinyede, […]

By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA— The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has called for the use of structured Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms to strengthen commercial justice across Africa. She argued that effective utilization of ADR would help to protect the business environment and support the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The […]

By Cynthia Alo For more than five decades, crude oil has remained the dominant pillar of Nigeria’s economy, displacing agriculture from the position it once occupied as the country’s major source of revenue and foreign exchange. However, with the global shift towards cleaner energy and growing concerns over the sustainability of oil dependence, experts are […]

A source from the community said the incident happened on Saturday around 12 noon, when the family were traveling to Damasak.

By Olayinka Latona Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Christian leaders across Nigeria have intensified calls for massive voter participation, rejection of money politics and greater involvement of citizens in choosing leaders, while insisting that the Church must remain non-partisan but actively engaged in promoting good governance. From Pentecostal fellowships to the Catholic Church and […]