Sports

Arsenal Reach League Cup Final After Beating Chelsea

Arsenal reached the League Cup final for the first time in eight years after Kai Havertz scored the only goal in a 1-0 win against Chelsea in the semi-final second leg on Tuesday night. The victory ends a run of disappointment for the Gunners, who had lost their previous four semi-finals in major competitions, including

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Politics Economy

Tinubu Seeks World Bank Support for Nigeria’s Economic Reforms

President Bola Tinubu has called on the World Bank to support Nigeria’s ongoing economic reforms, particularly in the areas of agriculture, youth employment, and private sector growth. He said such support is critical to his administration’s strategy to strengthen the economy and create more opportunities for Nigerians. The president made the appeal on Tuesday while

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General

Four Killed, Two Soldiers Missing in Plateau Communities Attack

No fewer than four persons, including a soldier and three suspected bandits, were killed in a coordinated attack on Sabon Gari and Zurak communities in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. Two soldiers involved in the operation have also been declared missing. Military sources said troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) successfully thwarted the

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Politics

Senate Stalls on Electoral Act Amendment Bill

Passage of the Electoral Act 2022 (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill, 2026, again remained inconclusive on Tuesday as the Senate failed to reach a decision after spending over four hours considering the report of a seven-member ad hoc committee behind closed doors. The upper chamber had commenced deliberations on the consolidated report of the committee, which

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Politics

PDP Governors Reject Wike-Backed Committee Decisions

Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party have rejected decisions taken by a committee reportedly backed by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, over party leadership and convention plans. The governors said the committee lacked the constitutional authority to make such decisions. The disagreement has further deepened the internal crisis within the opposition

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Health General

Health Workers Vow to Continue Strike Over Salary Review

Health workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions have insisted that their ongoing strike will continue until the Federal Government reviews the Consolidated Health Salary Structure. The strike, which has lasted for several weeks, has disrupted healthcare services in public hospitals nationwide. The unions accused the government of failing to honour previous agreements reached on

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Economy General

Economic Reforms, Private Investment Key to Growth — Edun

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said Nigeria’s target of achieving seven per cent economic growth depends largely on sustained reforms and increased private sector investment. He spoke at an economic forum in Lagos where he outlined government strategies for stabilising the economy. Edun said recent policy decisions

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Politics

FCT Workers Suspend Strike After Wike’s Assurance

Workers in the Federal Capital Territory have suspended their industrial action following assurances from the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, that no worker will be victimised over participation in the strike. Labour unions also agreed to withdraw a lawsuit filed against the FCT Administration after negotiations with government officials. The strike, which affected essential services in

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Sports

Atletico Madrid Confirm Lookman Signing

Atletico Madrid have confirmed the signing of Nigerian international Ademola Lookman from Atalanta. Lookman arrived in Madrid on Sunday for his medical ahead of finalising the move, with the clubs agreeing terms on the transfer. The deal, reported to be worth around €35 million with potential bonuses, will see Lookman join Atletico on a long‑term

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Sports

Rivers United Lose in CAF Champions League

Rivers United were defeated 1‑0 by Power Dynamos of Zambia in their CAF Champions League Group C clash in Uyo. Kondwani Chiboni scored the decisive goal five minutes after halftime, handing the visitors a historic first group stage win in the competition.The result leaves Rivers United at the bottom of their group as they continue

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