Spanish giants Real Madrid on Sunday welcomed FIFA’s decision to scrap their controversial plan to allow private investment in the World Cup.

The Police Command in Lagos State has begun an investigation into allegations of assault by some of its officers following the circulation of a viral video on social media.

By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Taraba State, Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, has pledged that his party will deliver the state to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Bwacha, a former Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, said President Tinubu remained the best candidate to lead […]

By Ugochukwu Alaribe UMUAHIA — The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Abia South Senatorial District, Chief Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr, has rejected reports of an alleged substitution of his candidature for the 2027 general election, describing the move as unlawful and without legal effect. In a statement issued by him, Erondu insisted that he […]

It said the development resulted in the recovery of three rifles, six magazines, 99 rounds of ammunition, four locally made guns and one improvised explosive device (IED).

For millions of everyday Nigerians, personal identity remains a sacred anchor, making any alterations to official names a deeply sensitive and life-altering undertaking.

Calls for stronger role in tackling Nigeria’s challenges By Olayinka Latona Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged the Nigerian Church to reclaim its prophetic role in transforming society, saying the country would have witnessed greater progress if Christians had been more committed to advancing righteousness. Obasanjo made the call on Sunday during the Golden Jubilee […]

By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Abdulllahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero (AFUSTA) branch, has issued a two-week warning strike notice to the Kebbi State Government and the university’s governing board over unresolved demands. In a statement issued on Sunday and jointly signed by the branch Chairperson, […]

Doherty made the appeal on Sunday at the 40th Anniversary celebration of St. Bartholomew’s Anglican Church, Surulere, Lagos, with the theme: “Strong, Courageous and Committed.”

German Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt have completed the signing of Nigeria international Raphael Onyedika from Belgian champions Club Brugge, with the midfielder putting pen to paper on a contract that runs until June 2031.

Finland is widely regarded as one of Europe’s best places to live, work and visit, with its high wages and visa-free entry policy for citizens of dozens of countries making it an attractive destination.

The Afenifere chairman appealed to politicians, regardless of party affiliation, to embrace peaceful campaigns and avoid actions capable of disrupting public order.

By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT — The Ogoni Liberation Initiative (OLI) has said insecurity, rather than the resumption of oil exploration, remains the major concern of the people of Ogoniland. Leader of OLI, Dr. Fabeke Douglas, who stated this in a statement issued in Port Harcourt, expressed concern that some Ogoni leaders were focusing on […]

…Say holding government accountable, defending workers’ rights best tribute to Enoghase By Victor Ahiuma-Young LAGOS — Labour leaders have called on journalists to strengthen their watchdog role by holding governments accountable and consistently drawing attention to the challenges facing Nigerian workers. The call was made at the weekend in Lagos during a tribute event organised […]

…LASTMA urges motorists to obey speed limits, maintain vehicles By Olasunkanmi Akoni A middle-aged female motorist on Sunday lost her life in a lone accident after her vehicle reportedly suffered brake failure and crashed into a roadside building at Mongoro, inward Ile-Zik, along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway in Ikeja, Lagos. The crash involved a Toyota Sienna […]