By Udeme Akpan The Federal Government has called on host communities in Ogun and Ondo states to give maximum support to the proposed Dangote Industrial City and Deep Seaport project, describing it as a transformative initiative that will create opportunities for economic growth and community development. Representing the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, at the […]

By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja ABUJA – The Federal Government incurred an electricity tariff subsidy of N358.32 billion in the first quarter of 2026 as it continued to bridge the gap between cost-reflective electricity tariffs and the rates paid by consumers, according to the latest report by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). In its First […]

FIFA said on Monday that the appeal by Belgium’s football assocation against the World Cup reprieve for US striker Folarin Balogun was “inadmissible”.

..Emir Backs Party Candidates By Demola Akinyemi ILORIN — The crisis rocking the Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) intensified on Monday as aggrieved party leaders, including Deputy Senate Leader, Senator Lola Ashiru, and Senator Saliu Mustapha, warned that the party risks losing the 2027 general elections in the state unless President […]

By Haruna Aliyu BIRNIN KEBBI — The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested four suspects for allegedly threatening to kidnap a resident of Jega town unless he paid a N30 million ransom. The Command’s spokesman, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this in a statement on Monday. According to him, the suspects allegedly targeted Aminu Garba after […]

Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez has made one change to the side that defeated Croatia, recalling João Félix to the starting XI in place of Rafael Leão, who drops to the bench.

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Allied People’s Movement (APM) says it is preparing to unveil a comprehensive governance blueprint aimed at reviving Nigeria’s struggling economy, overhauling the country’s security architecture and restoring public confidence in governance ahead of the 2027 general election. With households squeezed by rising prices, persistent insecurity and unemployment, the opposition […]

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.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: President Bola Tinubu has defended his decision to remove the Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA from the Treasury Single Account TSA.  Tinubu disclosed this on Monday when he commissioned two separate judiciary and legal sector projects in Abuja, insisting that providing infrastructure for the legal profession does not amount to executive […]

James has missed England’s matches against Panama, DR Congo and Mexico after sustaining the injury during the group-stage victory over Ghana, but is expected to resume full training this week.

… Says DR Congo Ebola underscores global risk… Insists, every month of delay leaves world less safeBy Chioma Obinna The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, on Monday issued a fresh warning that the world remains dangerously exposed to future disease outbreaks, urging countries to put aside differences and conclude negotiations on […]

By Hadiza Yusuf KANO — The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has warned that the spread of fake news and disinformation poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s unity, urging journalists and social media influencers to uphold ethical standards by verifying information before publication. Idris gave the warning on Monday while speaking at […]

Verve International, Africa’s leading payment cards and digital solutions brand, is accelerating its expansion across Africa while strengthening its global acceptance footprint through strategic partnerships with leading digital platforms, reinforcing its role as a key enabler of digital payments and financial inclusion across the continent. Today, Verve has established a strong presence in more than […]

Brazil’s football federation on Monday defended the integrity of a referee who US President Donald Trump said was “a little bit suspect”, amid a furore over FIFA’s reversal of a red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun.

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has projected N11.074 trillion in revenue for the 2026 fiscal year, following its record performance in 2025 when it exceeded its revenue target by 10.24 per cent. Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this on Monday while defending the Service’s 2025 budget performance and presenting […]