By John Alechenu ABUJA — Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of work on Section III of the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway, saying construction is proceeding in line with approved engineering specifications. Umahi made the remarks during an inspection of the 162.3-kilometre section of the project traversing parts of Lagos, Ogun […]

Mexico head coach Javier Aguirre says he is proud of his players despite admitting he was deeply hurt after their 3-2 defeat to England ended their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has criticised the Delta State House of Assembly over its decision to declare the seat of Hon. Collins Egbetanah, representing Udu Constituency, vacant following his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the NDC. In a statement issued on Monday by its National Publicity […]

By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has called for an urgent, independent and transparent investigation into the disappearance of Mr. Ekenne Valentine, a member of the Anambra State Vigilante Group (AVG), who was reported missing during a security operation in August 2024. The Executive Director of RULAAC, […]

‘The operation drew the attention of residents and caused anxiety within the household, particularly for the suspect’s elderly mother’

LAGOS — United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has announced that its Chairman, Tony Elumelu, will retire on August 21, 2026, after completing the maximum 12-year tenure for non-executive directors as stipulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The bank disclosed the development in a statement on Monday, stating that its Board of Directors […]

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Senate has congratulated the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, officers, soldiers and veterans of the Nigerian Army on the occasion of the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration, describing the anniversary as a significant milestone in the country’s military history. The upper chamber also urged officers and […]

By Samuel Oyadongha YENAGOA — Traditional rulers and youth leaders in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have inspected the newly completed Angiama-Oporoma Bridge following reports of alleged vandalism, pledging to safeguard the landmark infrastructure. The inspection team included the Ibenanaowei of Bomo Clan, HRM King Joshua Igbugburu; the Paramount Ruler of Eniwari […]

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu is currently meeting behind closed doors with Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia and former governor Senator Gabriel Suswam at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, amid a crisis over the Benue Central All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial ticket. Former governor Suswam, who recently left the Peoples Democratic […]

With less than two weeks remaining until the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, adidas has unveiled the official match ball that will be used for the tournament’s final four matches.