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U-17 World Cup: Flamingos face tough test against North Korea
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, defeated defending champions North Korea 3–1 at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The impressive victory secured Nigeria’s place in the last 16 of…
Electricity tariffs reflect 40% losses, inefficiencies — Presidential aide
The Federal Government has stated that there are no plans to increase electricity tariffs, despite reports suggesting an imminent hike. Presidential aide Lanre Babalola explained that Nigeria’s high electricity tariffs reflect about…
Pension row: Military retirees question new payment formula
Military veterans in Nigeria staged a protest at the Pension Board entrance, demanding a fair adjustment of their pensions over alleged underpayment. The protesters barricaded the entrance with canopies and chairs from…
FG releases N38.93 billion to 166 public tertiary institutions
The Federal Government of Nigeria has released N38.93 billion to 166 public tertiary institutions to improve infrastructure and address existing facilities’ challenges. Universities will receive N28.5 billion, polytechnics N5.8 billion, while colleges…
[BREAKING] Ebola: NCDC approves N100,000 weekly payment for contacts
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has approved a weekly allowance of ₦100,000 for individuals identified as contacts of a confirmed Ebola patient. According to the Federal Government, 53 contacts have…
Aston Villa vs Manchester City: Premier League – teams, prediction, lineups
Aston Villa defeated Manchester City 2–1 at Villa Park in the English Premier League, ending City’s perfect league start. Nicolas Jackson scored twice for Aston Villa, while Erling Haaland netted a goal…
Soldiers rescue kidnap victim, recover 18 rustled cattle in Kebbi
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued several kidnapped victims during security operations across Katsina, Zamfara, and Kebbi states. In Katsina, soldiers rescued 27 victims and recovered a motorcycle. Separate intelligence-led operations…
2027: NDC releases campaign council list, names Dickson chairman, Obi co-chair
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has unveiled its campaign council ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and other political figures are expected to play key roles in the…
NUEE alleges abduction, torture of electricity workers in Benue
The National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has accused suspected thugs linked to the Benue State Government of abducting and torturing workers of Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JED) in Makurdi. The incident…
Diesel-laden tanker falls from Otedola Bridge, catches fire
A diesel-laden tanker fell from Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and caught fire, according to reports. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed that two casualties were recorded in the…
NDLEA arrests US-based grandma, South African woman with large cocaine, loud shipments
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two women at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos, for alleged drug trafficking. The suspects are 62-year-old Nigerian-American grandmother Anetor Gloria…
El Clásico: UNILAG to host watch party as Barcelona face Real Madrid
Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2–1 at Camp Nou in a thrilling El Clásico encounter in La Liga. Kylian Mbappé scored twice to secure the victory for Real Madrid, handing Barcelona their first…