Politics

Fubara Says Army Day Celebration Counters Negative Narratives About Rivers

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said the decision by the Nigerian Army to host the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) in Port Harcourt has helped counter what he described as negative narratives and sponsored campaigns aimed at portraying Rivers State in a bad light. Speaking at the grand finale of the Army’s 163rd

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Sports

UEFA Criticises FIFA Over Balogun Red Card Decision

UEFA has accused FIFA of crossing a “red line” following its decision to suspend the one-match ban imposed on United States striker Folarin Balogun. The European football governing body questioned the decision, claiming it undermines the integrity and independence of disciplinary processes after reports that U.S. President Donald Trump lobbied for the suspension. The development

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Politics

ICPC Recovers ₦5.79bn in Proceeds of Crime

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it recovered ₦5.79 billion in proceeds of crime between January and June 2026 as part of its ongoing anti-corruption efforts. The commission said the recoveries reflect its commitment to promoting accountability, transparency and good governance across the country. ICPC also warned that corruption continues

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Sports

D’Tigers Thrash Rwanda, Qualify for FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers Second Round

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, secured a place in the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers after a commanding 106-62 victory over Rwanda. The emphatic win completed a flawless qualifying window for Nigeria, with D’Tigers winning all their matches to strengthen their bid for a place at the FIBA Basketball

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Politics

Peter Obi Urges Tinubu to Resign or Drop Re-election Bid

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has called on President Bola Tinubu to either resign from office or abandon any plans to seek re-election, citing what he described as the administration’s failure to tackle Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. Obi accused the Federal Government of lacking compassion for victims of insecurity and failing to fulfil key

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General Community

Six Feared Dead as Gunmen Attack Rumuodogo Community in Rivers

Tension has gripped Rumuodogo Two Community in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State following an attack by suspected gunmen that reportedly left more than six people dead. The Youth President of Rumuodogo One and Two, Progress Ohiege, alleged that the attackers, believed to be from neighbouring Oboma Community in Degema Local Government Area, also

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Sports

Super Falcons to Open WAFCON 2026 Training Camp in Morocco July 15

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will open their training camp in Morocco on July 15 as preparations intensify for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Head coach Justine Madugu is expected to invite a strong squad for the tournament, with players scheduled to arrive in camp ahead of the team’s final preparations for the continental

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Sports

Pochettino Welcomes FIFA Decision to Overturn Balogun’s Suspension

United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino has welcomed FIFA’s decision to suspend the one-match ban imposed on striker Folarin Balogun, describing it as a victory for fairness and integrity in football. Balogun, who was sent off during the United States’ Round of 32 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, has now been cleared to feature in

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Sports

England Defeat Mexico to Book Quarter-final Spot

England have advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a hard-fought 3-2 victory over co-hosts Mexico. Jude Bellingham scored twice in quick succession to put England in control before Harry Kane added a third goal from the penalty spot, despite England playing with ten men after Jarell Quansah was sent off

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Sports

Norway Shock Brazil to Reach World Cup Quarter-finals

Brazil have been knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Norway in their Round of 16 clash. Erling Haaland scored twice in the closing stages of the match to send Norway into the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in the nation’s history. Brazil had earlier missed

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