Barca edge Atletico 2-1, go seven points clear in La Liga
Second-placed Real were beaten 2-1 at Mallorca earlier on and Barca capitalised at the Metropolitano stadium to take a big step towards defending the league title.
Sokoto opposition parties reject IPAC election, demand fresh poll over irregularities
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO:- A coalition of political parties in Sokoto State has rejected the outcome of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) state election held on April 2, 2026, alleging widespread irregularities, violations of established guidelines, and a lack of transparency in the conduct of the exercise. In a communiqué issued on April 3 […]
Resident doctors declare total strike over pay dispute
After what it termed exhaustive deliberations, NARD resolved to embark on a comprehensive industrial action
Ex-Chelsea midfielder Oscar retires with heart problem
The attacking midfielder was hospitalised for five days in November after fainting during a routine medical and has not played since.
Lagos: Agege APC leaders, stakeholders endorse ex-council chair for Reps
Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Agege Federal Constituency have endorsed former Agege Local Government Chairman, Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi, for the House of Representatives ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Don’t be deterred by public criticisms, COAS tells personnel
Shaibu gave the advice during a special Easter luncheon organised for personnel of the Joint Task Force-Operation Enduring Peace (JTF-OPEP) on Saturday in Jos.
Police launch manhunt for perpetrators of Nasarawa communal clash
The Command reassured members of the public that normalcy has been restored to the affected communities, while proactive measures are in place to prevent any recurrence of violence.
Mideast war presents ‘serious risk’ for Africa – Report
The Middle East war “presents a serious risk to Africa”, the African Union and the African Development Bank (AfDB) said in a report seen by AFP Saturday.
NDDA backs existing firms in Niger Delta’s pipeline surveillance contract
The Convener of the Niger Delta Development Agenda (NDDA), Mr Iteveh Ekpokpobe, has cautioned against the demand for the balkanisation of the Niger Delta’s pipeline surveillance contract.
Real Madrid lose to struggling Mallorca ahead of Bayern clash
The defeat leaves second-place Real Madrid four points behind leaders Barcelona, who visit Atletico Madrid later on Saturday.
Bayern stage late comeback at Freiburg before Real Madrid showdown
Trailing 2-0 and without injured talisman Harry Kane, Tom Bischof scored twice before Lennart Karl grabbed the winner in the ninth minute of stoppage time.
