World Cup: Tuchel, Vinicius, others raise concern over heat, cooling breaks
The impact of heat and mandatory hydration breaks has emerged as one of the biggest talking points at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, with England manager Thomas Tuchel and France midfielder Adrien Rabiot among the latest high-profile figures to voice concerns.
South East ADC rejects Tinubu endorsement by Igbo governors
…Says Ndigbo Will Not Reward Failure in 2027 By Anayo Okoli ENUGU — The South East chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term by three Igbo governors during an APC rally held in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. Governors Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, […]
‘I wasn’t crying over Judy Austin’ — Ex-husband clears air
Emmanuel Obasi, the former husband of actress Judy Austin, has clarified that the emotional moment that saw him break down during a recent podcast interview had nothing to do with his ex-wife.
Alia inaugurates task force on take-off of Benue technology varsity
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Benue state governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has inaugurated a 12-member Task Force to facilitate the smooth take-off of the University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh, describing the institution as a strategic investment in the future of the state. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony in Makurdi, Governor Alia said […]
Mayweather faces felony charges over $200,000 luxury watch cheque
According to ESPN, the Hall of Famer has been charged with theft and intent to defraud following a complaint linked to the purchase of an Audemars Piguet watch in Las Vegas.
PenCom, NURTW to enroll 9 million transport workers in pension scheme
The meeting, attended by senior officials from both organisations, focused on expanding pension coverage for transport workers through the PPP and on exploring financing models to support the acquisition of modern mass-transit vehicles across the country.
Fans react as Mr Eazi bets on gender of unborn child with Temi Otedola
Afrobeats star Mr Eazi has sparked reactions online after revealing that he placed a bet on the gender of his unborn child with wife Temi Otedola.
Nine killed, 11 injured in attack on Kaduna-Plateau border community
Nine persons were killed, 11 injured following an attack on Angwan Magaji, a border community between Kaduna and Plateau
NUT strike leaves pupils idle, raises concerns over child welfare in Oyo
“Ignorance has led many parents to neglect their children’s future. They believe the government should do everything without them lifting a finger.
Afghan govt staff abandon smartphones after supreme leader’s alleged order
A municipal worker in Ghazni, who requested anonymity for security reasons, said they had been warned that anyone who uses a smartphone would be fired and face legal action.
‘Debidooo’ — Davido fires back at Rarara over insecurity advocacy at World Cup
Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has fired back at Hausa singer Dauda Rarara after the latter criticised him for using the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert in Los Angeles to spotlight Nigeria’s insecurity crisis.
