Sudan Conflict: Reports renew focus on alleged use of barrel bombs and civilian protection
Recent reports of civilian casualties in North Kordofan have renewed attention on concerns over the methods of warfare being used in Sudan’s conflict, which has entered its fourth year, and the implications for compliance with international humanitarian law. In recent days, local sources and the Sudanese legal advocacy group Emergency Lawyers alleged that airstrikes carried […]
Argentina beat England 2-1 to reach World Cup final
Reigning champions Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and reached their second World Cup final in a row, where they will face Spain.
‘Having kids with different women one of my biggest mistakes’ — Ubi Franklin
Nigerian talent manager and music executive Ubi Franklin has described having children with different women as one of the biggest mistakes of his life, urging young people to learn from his experience.
Kidnapped Benue cleric dies after regaining freedom, Mrs. Ortom mourns
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Senior Pastor of the Universal Reformed Christian Church (NKST), Andyar Ishan Classis, Saghev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State, Rev. Samuel Gbinde, has died days after regaining freedom from suspected armed herdsmen who abducted him. Rev. Gbinde was reportedly kidnapped about two weeks ago alongside […]
FAAC: FG States, LGs share N2.6 trn
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total of ₦2.551 trillion among the Federal Government, the 36 States and the 774 Local Government Councils as Federation Account revenue for June 2026.
US military to test soldiers aged 30 and above for low testosterone
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that military personnel age 30 and older will undergo testing for testosterone deficiency as part of annual health screenings.
Full list: EFCC secures forfeiture of 48 properties linked to Malami
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), to the Federal Government.
Thieves attempt to break into Yamal’s home in Barcelona during France match
An attempted break-in targeted the Barcelona home of Spanish football star Lamine Yamal in the early hours of Wednesday morning, occurring shortly after Spain’s triumph over France in the World Cup semi-finals.
US reports ‘wave of strikes’ on Iran as war returns
The United States launched a wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, after it reimposed a naval blockade in a return to war between the two foes. Nearly a month after they signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the Middle East war, the two sides resumed fighting with strikes on targets across the […]
Tinubu to Osoba on birthday: Our journey together has weathered its storms
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has felicitated with former Governor of Ogun state, Chief Olusegun Osoba, on his birthday, saying that their journey together has weathered its storms. President Tinubu in his tribute describe the veteran journalist as a brother in purpose, adding that their shared ideals have never been complicated, though […]
Weak party ideology fuelling defections — Ganduje
Ganduje said strengthening internal democracy and promoting issue-based politics would deepen Nigeria’s democratic culture and restore public confidence in the political process.
