Afrobeats star Davido has defended his decision to highlight the abduction of 39 children and seven teachers during his performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that Nigeria’s image should not take precedence over the safety of innocent children.

Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has congratulated African countries that represented the continent at the FIFA World Cup, saying their performances have made Africa proud. In a post on his X platform on Sunday, Obi reserved special praise for Cape Verde, describing the country’s qualification for the knockout stage as evidence that effective leadership, […]

Dabiri-Erewa said although Nigeria faces challenges, its citizens, particularly those in the diaspora, should celebrate the nation’s success stories and the positive impact Nigerians continue to make across the world.

Cristiano Ronaldo admitted at the World Cup on Sunday he is not the player he once was but came out fighting against critics “trying to kill me for the past 23 years”.

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has described the controversy surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) as a significant governance issue, calling for an independent investigation into allegations linked to the body. In a statement issued on Sunday, CHRICED Executive Director, Comrade Ibrahim Zikirullahi, […]

By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI — Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Sunday visited victims of the recent kidnapping incident in Eda-Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area, who are receiving treatment at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti. Expressing gratitude over their safe release, the governor announced that the state government would cover the full […]

By Luminous Jannamike The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked President Bola Tinubu to order an independent forensic investigation into allegations surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), insisting the Presidency “cannot escape accountability” over claims involving the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila. The opposition party said the controversy leaves the […]

Hamzat stated this while addressing members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Chairmen’s Forum during their visit to key infrastructure projects in the state.

Express support for Tinubu’s re-election By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, and the Oniru of Iruland, Oba Gbolahan Lawal, have urged political leaders to uphold democratic principles, promote patriotism and place national interest above personal ambition. They made the call on Sunday during separate meetings with […]

…COAS says troops have neutralised and arrested 1,877 terrorists, deployed armed drones, locally made combat vehicles…Rescue efforts for abducted Oyo pupils making progress By Evelyn Usman PORT HARCOURT — The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant-General Waidi Shaibu, has disclosed that the Nigerian Army has trained 14,000 of the 28,000 additional soldiers approved by President […]

President Donald Trump on Sunday thanked football’s world governing body for suspending the red card issued to USA’s Folarin Balogun, paving the way for the star striker to play in a last-16 showdown against Belgium in the World Cup.

‎The world has turned its eyes to the beautiful game of football as the Federation of International Football Asssociation, FIFA World Cup continues to generate interests from USA, Mexico and Canada, the three countries co-hosting the expanded World Cup of 48 national teams.

By Adeola Badru IBADAN — The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has constituted a reconciliation committee to address grievances arising from its recently concluded primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. The committee, made up of party elders and key stakeholders, is expected to be inaugurated next week and will be chaired […]

USA forward Folarin Balogun is free to play in the World Cup last-16 game against Belgium after FIFA on Sunday suspended the red card he received in his previous game.

By Victor Ahiuma-Young ABUJA — The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and its training arm, the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), have unveiled plans to reposition the institute as a leading centre for digital skills development, research, innovation and policy to support Nigeria’s digital economy. The initiative was announced by the President and Chief Executive Officer of […]