Brent oil price drops under $80 on US-Iran deal
Brent North Sea crude, the international benchmark, dropped 3.8 percent to $79.99 a barrel, dipping under $80 for the first time since early March.
Meet Hervé Renard, two-time AFCON winner tasked with saving Tunisia’s World Cup
French coach Hervé Renard is set to take charge of Tunisia after the country’s football federation parted ways with coach Sabri Lamouchi following the team’s 5-1 defeat to Sweden at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Headies 2026 to hold in Canada as organisers seek global expansion
Animashaun confirmed that travel company Wakanow has partnered with the organisers to enhance the experience for attendees travelling from Nigeria to Canada.
Anti-Tinubu post: Court orders Sowore’s arrest over failure to attend trial
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the arrest of activist and presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, following his failure to attend his trial.
World Cup 2026: Ghana challenges Thomas Partey visa denial in court
According to BBC Sport, Ghana has filed for a judicial review of the decision, with a court hearing scheduled in Ottawa as officials seek permission for Partey to enter Canada ahead of the country’s opening Group L match against Panama in Toronto.
Train accident: Injured passengers discharged, equipment recovered – NRC
All passengers who sustained injuries from the June 8 train accident on the Warri-Itakpe route have all been treated and discharged.
UK appoints Peter Vowles as new high commissioner to Nigeria
The United Kingdom government has appointed Mr Peter Vowles as its next High Commissioner to Nigeria, with his posting expected to begin in September 2026.
Rivers needs rescue, not godfathers — Blessing Fubara declares
The governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress in Rivers State, Blessing Fubara, has said his ambition is driven by a mission to “rescue” the state from political instability and economic decline, insisting that he is not sponsored or controlled by any political godfather.
Winbox Is Giving Away a Rolex During FIFA World Cup 2026 — Here Is How Malaysian Players Are Winning Big This Tournament Season
The FIFA World Cup 2026 only comes around once every four years. And this time, Winbox has made sure that Malaysian players are not just watching the tournament — they are winning during it. Alongside the greatest football spectacle on the planet, Winbox has launched an exclusive FIFA season promotion that gives active players the […]
Adebayo demands accountability in defence spending
…Says Nigeria Yet to Achieve True Democracy By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, Adewole Adebayo, has called for greater transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s defence expenditure, insisting that concerns about troop morale should not prevent scrutiny of security spending. Speaking with journalists in Abuja on Monday, Adebayo said […]
NIPSS confirms attack, says investigation ongoing
The institute added that it is working closely with the appropriate authorities and would provide verified information as soon as it becomes available.
