South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup. Adams featured in all three of South Africa’s group games at the tournament, where…
Super Eagles slip behind Egypt in latest FIFA rankings
The Pharaohs of Egypt have moved ahead of the Super Eagles in the latest FIFA World Rankings, Hossam Hassan’s side’s remarkable performances at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup propelled them above the Super Eagles in the men’s rankings. Before…
39 more Nigerians return from South Africa on emergency evacuation flight
Thirty-nine more Nigerians are on their way home from South Africa aboard an emergency evacuation flight arranged by Air Peace in collaboration with the Federal Government. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday and…
Tanzania’s Richest Man Pledges $100 Million Investment in Dangote Refinery
Tanzania’s richest businessman has pledged to invest $100 million in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Nigeria, marking a major vote of confidence in Africa’s largest oil refining project. The investment is expected to strengthen economic ties between Nigeria and Tanzania…
Government Approves Duty-Free Rice Imports to Boost Supply and Lower Food Prices
The government has approved the importation of rice without import duties in a bid to increase food supplies, stabilize the market, and reduce the rising cost of the staple across the country. The temporary measure is aimed at easing pressure…
Seyi Tinubu Leads Unity Cup Polo Clash from Lagos to London
Seyi Tinubu has taken center stage in promoting sports diplomacy by leading the Unity Cup Polo Clash, an event that connects Lagos and London through the shared passion for polo. The tournament brings together top polo players, business leaders, diplomats,…
Lagos demolishes Surulere buildings over setback breaches
The Lagos State Building Control Agency has partially demolished sections of illegally constructed buildings behind Barracks Bus Stop in Surulere after their owners allegedly failed to comply with repeated enforcement notices. The agency said the action followed months of monitoring…
Caleb University mourns Odunmbaku’s wife
The management of Caleb University, Imota, has condoled with the renowned public administrator and elder statesman, Cardinal James Odunmbaku, over the death of his wife, Mother Celestial Olasinmi Odunmbaku, who died on June 25, 2026. During a condolence visit, led…
UK-based lawyer begins process of renouncing Nigerian citizenship
UK-Based Lawyer @chymaker Begins Process to Renounce Nigerian Citizenship, Vows Court Action If Application Is Rejected* A UK-based legal practitioner who goes by @chymaker on X has announced plans to formally renounce his Nigerian citizenship in 2026. 4352 According to…
Oyo Abduction: Eight kidnappers arrested, others killed — Presidency
After 56 days in captivity, abducted Oriire pupils and teachers in Oyo State, have regained their freedom. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post on X on Friday said the victims were…