Sports

Messi Makes World Cup History as Argentina Defeat Jordan

Argentina captain Lionel Messi etched his name into the history books after helping his side secure a 3-1 victory over Jordan in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The veteran forward came off the bench to score a stunning free-kick late in the game, becoming the first player to score in

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Politics

Tinubu Approves Free CAC Registration for 250,000 MSMEs Nationwide

President Bola Tinubu has approved free registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) for 250,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. The initiative is aimed at formalising small businesses, improving access to finance, and enabling more entrepreneurs to benefit from government support programmes and other business opportunities. The Federal Government said the scheme

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Education Politics

Minister Hails Nigerian Universities’ Best-Ever Performance in 2026 Global Rankings

The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has commended Nigerian universities for recording their strongest performance in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Alausa described the achievement as clear evidence that the Federal Government’s ongoing reforms in the education sector are beginning to yield measurable results. He said the improved rankings reflect increased investments

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Politics

Political Parties Warn Delay in INEC Funding Could Jeopardise 2027 Elections

Major political parties have warned that delays in the release of funds to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the 2027 general elections could undermine the commission’s preparations and affect the credibility of the polls. The parties expressed concern that timely funding is critical for INEC to commence early planning, including voter registration, procurement

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General

NDLEA Apapa Intercepts 13 Drug Containers in One Year, Secures $12m in Vessel Fines

The Apapa Strategic Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 13 containers loaded with illicit drugs and secured fines exceeding $12 million against two international vessels within one year. The Commander of Narcotics, Tukur Mohammed, disclosed this during the grand finale of the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit

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Security General

Troops Kill Two Suspected Lakurawa Terrorists, Recover Arms in Kebbi

Troops of Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised two suspected members of the Lakurawa terrorist group and recovered arms and ammunition during a military operation in the Sabarumawa axis of Kebbi State. The operation was carried out on June 27 following credible intelligence indicating that the terrorists

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Oil and Gas General

EFCC Recovers Over N38.6bn, Properties in Refinery Rehabilitation Fraud Probe

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered more than N9.4 billion, $21.2 million, and several landed properties in its ongoing investigation into the alleged diversion of funds released for the rehabilitation and turnaround maintenance of Nigeria’s refineries. The recovered assets, including the dollar-denominated funds, are estimated to be worth over N38.66 billion, making

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Features Judiciary Politics

Lifusprudence: An Introduction to a Judicial Hitman, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

Nigeria has been blessed over the years with a rich supply of towering judicial intellect. The second Chief Justice of post-colonial Nigeria, Taslim Olawale Elias, for instance, was the country’s first law professor. In 1949, he became the first African to take a Ph.D. in law from the University of London. That was five years

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Community General

MOSOP: Ogoni Dialogue Focused on Development, Not Just Oil Resumption

The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has said the ongoing Ogoni dialogue extends beyond the issue of oil production resumption, stressing that it is primarily focused on the overall development of Ogoniland. Speaking at the MOSOP National Congress held at the Peace and Freedom Centre in Bori, MOSOP President, Fegalo Nsuke,

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Sports

Hobro IK Sign Nigerian Forward on Three-Year Deal

Danish club Hobro IK have completed the signing of a Nigerian forward on a three-year contract as they strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The move marks another step in the player’s European career, with the club expressing confidence that the Nigerian attacker will add quality and depth to the team’s attacking options.

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