FG denies spending N8tn outside budget, says claims misrepresent IMF report
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that it spent over N8 trillion outside the approved budget, describing the allegation as false and a misrepresentation of the 2026 Article IV Consultation Report by the International Monetary Fund, IMF.
2026 World Cup: 2 countries crash out of Round of 16
Canada and Paraguay have been knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering defeats in their Round of 16 matches
Abducted Oyo pupils: Rescue operation ongoing – Army Chief
He expressed confidence that the operation would lead to the safe rescue of the victims and their reunion with their families.
I don’t date single guys, I go for married men — Esther Nwachukwu
By Ayo Onikoyi Controversial Nollywood actress Esther Nwachukwu has stirred fresh debate after revealing that she prefers dating married men over single men, describing them as more mature and understanding in relationships. The actress made the remarks during a recent appearance on The Honest Bunch Podcast, where she spoke openly about her dating preferences, views […]
SECURITY SUMMIT: Ododo reaffirms commitment to youth inclusion, empowerment
By Elizabeth Williams Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to youth inclusion and empowerment by endorsing the proposed Kogi Youth Security Summit. He described young people as critical partners in strengthening security and driving sustainable development across the state.The governor made the commitment on Sunday at the Government House, Lokoja, […]
How Burna Boy reclaimed Spotify’s African crown from Tems
By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has once again etched his name into African music history after overtaking fellow Grammy-winning singer Tems to become the African artist with the highest monthly listeners on Spotify. The achievement marks another significant milestone in Burna Boy’s remarkable global rise, highlighting the strength of his ever-expanding international […]
England, Mexico face off in Round of 16 blockbuster
England face Mexico in a World Cup blockbuster at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday while Erling Haaland and Norway bid to ambush Brazil as the battle for quarter-final places heats up. A day after France and Morocco sealed their places in the last eight of the tournament, two more spots are up for grabs in […]
From Individual Prodigies to an Ecosystem: Can Africa Build a New Path in World Chess?
The World Schools Team Chess Championship will be held near Cape Town from July 6 to 11, 2026. African chess has no shortage of powerful individual stories. Egypt’s Bassem Amin became the first African super-grandmaster to cross the 2700 mark on the FIDE rating list. Zambia’s Amon Simutowe became the first grandmaster from sub-Saharan Africa. […]
Osun Poll: Adeleke reconstitutes campaign council, includes ex-APC leaders
By Demola Akinyemi OSOGBO — Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has approved the reconstitution of the Imole Campaign Council (TICC) to accommodate prominent former members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who recently defected to the Accord in the state ahead of the August 15 governorship election. The development was announced in a statement […]
World Cup 2026: France to face Morocco in first quarter final fixture
The victory sets up the tournament’s first confirmed quarter-final fixture, with France set to face Morocco.
Alleged N8.83trn: ‘Tinubu government is grossly corrupt’ — Obi
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of gross corruption following claims that ₦8.83 trillion in 2025 expenditure was not captured in the national budget. Obi made the allegation in a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, citing what […]
