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target=_blank>UEFA slams 6-match ban on Prestianni over homophobic language against Vinicius
European football governing body has handed Benfica midfielder Gianluca Prestianni a six-match ban for discriminatory conduct against Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr. The ban stemmed from the duo’s confrontation in their UCL round of 16 first leg tie in which Vinicius accused Prestianni of racist abuse after the Brazilian scored the only goal of the match.
target=_blank>Netanyahu undergoes Prostate Cancer treatment
Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has disclosed that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer but has since undergone successful treatment, assuring the public that he is now in good health. The Israeli leader made the revelation in a personal statement shared on his official X account, explaining that the announcement was deliberately delayed due to
target=_blank>Nobody Around Tinubu Safe If Edun Could Be Treated That Way – Dalung
Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, says the exit of former Finance Minister, Wale Edun, a longtime confidant of President Bola Tinubu, and one of the architects of his Lagos economic reforms, points to deeper troubles within the President’s inner circle. He warned that if a trusted ally of decades could leave
target=_blank>Hadi Sirika joins Senatorial race
Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has joined the race for Katsina North Senatorial district. The former made the declaration at the APC State Secretariat, on Friday. He arrived at the Secretariat amidst a large crowd of supporters. Sirika presented himself as an experienced and capable contender ready to represent the district at the National
target=_blank>EFCC nabs ex-Skye bank chair Tunde Ayeni over alleged N36bn, $30m fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former board Chairman of defunct Skye bank Plc, Tunde Ayeni, over alleged money laundering, misappropriation and diversion of fund. A source close to the commission told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday that Ayeni, a businessman, was picked on Thursday in Abuja. The
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Tinubu swears in Housing Minister
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday swore in Engr. Dr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma as Minister of Housing and Urban Development. Darma was appointed following the resignation of Ahmed Musa Dangiwa. Darma is a distinguished Nigerian scholar, administrator, and development expert who holds a Doctor of Business Administration degree from the University of Liverpool and a
target=_blank>Imams: Nigeria’s security system has failed
Association of Jumma’at Mosque Imams in Nigeria say the security architecture and other systems have failed, prompting calls for prayer for peace and stability in the country. Dr Yusuf Abdullahi Yusuf, Assistant Secretary of the Association, said this on Friday during a special prayer for national peace and unity held at Jos Central Mosque. The
target=_blank>Benue: Police arrest 2 over corps member’s death
Police operatives in Benue State have arrested two suspects in connection with the killing of a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Benjamin Msughaondo Une. Daily Trust had reported how the corps member was beaten to death by members of a community vigilante group in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State after he was
target=_blank>Xenophobia: ‘Close shops, stay safe’, FG tells Nigerians in South Africa
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has asked Nigerians in South Africa to shut their businesses and stay safe as xenophobic attacks escalate in parts of the country. There is currently a growing anti-foreigner protest across South Africa, where demonstrators have targeted foreign-owned shops while calling for the expulsion of non-nationals. A statement on Friday,
target=_blank>NNPCL denies selling refinery equipment
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has cautioned the public against fraudulent claims that it is selling scrap materials and refinery equipment to individuals and private companies. In a statement issued by its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, the company described the reports as false and misleading, stressing that it has not authorised
target=_blank>Kukah Centre report flags risks, urge peace ahead Osun governorship poll
As the August 15, 2026, Osun governorship election draws near, stakeholders have reviewed a new assessment highlighting potential threats to a credible poll, while also raising concerns over preparedness for the governorship election in the state. The stakeholders also recommended the need for closer coordination among themselves, with participants calling for strict adherence to existing
Kukah Centre report flags risks, urge peace ahead Osun governorship poll
target=_blank>‘I’m picking my kids over anyone else’ – Churchill breaks silence amid alleged divorce from Meurer
Actress Tonto Dikeh’s ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill, has broken his silence amid ongoing rumours of divorce from his wife, Rosy Meurer. It was earlier speculated that Meurer filed for divorce from Churchill on April 20, 2026, following his alleged recent close relationship with Tonto Dikeh after their son, King Andre’s 10th birthday three months ago. However,
‘I’m picking my kids over anyone else’ – Churchill breaks silence amid alleged divorce from Meurer
target=_blank>Vandalism: Police deny torturing female suspect in Abia during investigation
The Abia State Police Command has denied an online report which accused the command of framing, torturing and denying bail to Tochi Ireokwu, a suspended Deputy Director of Logistics and Supply, Abia State Homeland Security Service. In a rejoinder issued by DSP Maureen Chinaka, the Police Public Relations Officer, the Abia Police Command said that
Vandalism: Police deny torturing female suspect in Abia during investigation
target=_blank>Agbu Kefas group dismisses Bwacha’s declaration on Taraba as misinformation
The Agbu Kefas Continuity Movement has dismissed the recent political declaration by Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, describing it as a “desperate comeback” built on falsehoods, distorted figures, and misleading claims about the state of governance in Taraba State. In a statement issued shortly after Bwacha’s declaration, the group said the former senator’s remarks were “factually bankrupt”
Agbu Kefas group dismisses Bwacha’s declaration on Taraba as misinformation
target=_blank>Police announce arrest of three notorious armed robbers
The Nigeria Police Force said it has recorded a major operational breakthrough through the Force Intelligence Department – Special Tactical Squad, FID-STS. It said that the FID-STS has arrested three notorious armed robbery suspects and recovered ten stolen vehicles in Kaduna State. The suspects were named as Abubakar Musa, 36; Hassan Umar, 30; and Joshua
Police announce arrest of three notorious armed robbers
target=_blank>Court orders Ekiti govt to pay ex-Deputy Governor Sikiru Tae Lawal entitlements
The National Industrial Court in Abuja has ordered the Ekiti State Government to pay all unpaid entitlements owed to the former Deputy Governor of Ekiti State, Alhaji Dr Sikiru Tae Lawal, such as his monthly stipend, severance allowance, gratuity, and other benefits due to him under the state law, with the award of additional damages
Court orders Ekiti govt to pay ex-Deputy Governor Sikiru Tae Lawal entitlements
target=_blank>10 things to know about new Housing Minister, Darma
President Bola Tinubu on Friday sworn in Muttaqha Darma as the new Minister of Housing and Urban Development to replaced Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who recently resigned. The President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. Below are 10 things to know about the new Housing Minister Muttaqa
10 things to know about new Housing Minister, Darma
target=_blank>Ekiti guber: Nothing to show after 3 years – Isaac Fayose warns against Oyebanji’s re-election
Ekiti-born Nigerian businessman, Isaac Fayose, has warned electorates in Ekiti State against re-electing Governor Biodun Oyebanji for second-term. Isaac Fayose gave the warning on Friday in a video he shared on his official Facebook page while reacting to the report of President Bola Tinubu’s alleged move to storm the state on Monday. Reports indicate that
Ekiti guber: Nothing to show after 3 years – Isaac Fayose warns against Oyebanji’s re-election
target=_blank>Police arrest suspected bandit informants, recover weapons in Sokoto
Police in Sokoto State have arrested several individuals suspected of working with bandits as informants and financiers, and recovered weapons during recent operations. Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, the Commissioner of Police, Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, gave an update on security in the state and outlined the command’s recent achievements. He said that on
Police arrest suspected bandit informants, recover weapons in Sokoto
target=_blank>Taraba raises alarm over shortage of science teachers
The Taraba State Commissioner for Basic Education, Dr Augustina Godwin, has raised alarm over a growing shortage of science teachers in the state, particularly in physics and chemistry, warning of potential long-term consequences for critical sectors. Godwin disclosed this during an in-person training programme for Science, Technology, Mathematics and Agriculture (STEMA) teachers held in Jalingo
Taraba raises alarm over shortage of science teachers
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