Tinubu Hails Troops For Neutralising Bandit Kingpin, Rescuing General’s Widow
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for a successful operation in Kogi State that led to the elimination of a notorious bandit kingpin, identified by the Presidency as Ibrahim Bastuji.
Court Fines ADC, Aregbesola ₦1m Over Application For Judge’s Recusal In Gombe’s Suit
Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has awarded a fine of ₦500,000 each against the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and its National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, over the application seeking the judge’s withdrawal from a suit.
Tinubu’s Supporters’ Overdrive Making Him Unpopular, Says ZLP Chairman
The National Chairman of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), Dan Nwanyanwu, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against what he described as excessive political activities by some of the President’s supporters, warning that their actions could dent the Nigerian leader’s public image ahead of the 2027 general election.
JAMB releases 2026 UTME mop-up exam results
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has released the results of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination mop-up exercise JAMB Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, announced the release in a statement on Tuesday.
World Cup Debutants Cabo Verde Frustrate Spain In Goalless Draw
Spain’s ghosts of recent World Cup horror shows reappeared in Atlanta as the European champions were held 0-0 by debutants Cabo Verde in their opening game on Monday.
Iran Fight Back Twice To Hold New Zealand In World Cup Opener
Iran twice battled back for a 2-2 draw with New Zealand on Monday in their frenetic opening match of a World Cup campaign that has been utterly overshadowed by war, politics and protests.
Nigeria Dominates Stablecoin Inflows In Sub-Saharan Africa — IMF
A newly released report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that stablecoins now form a key bridge between crypto markets and the traditional financial system in Nigeria, ranking the country top in inflows in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Belgium Salvage Draw Against Egypt In World Cup Opener
Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed Salah’s 34th birthday.
FG To Roll Out 10,000 Electric Tricycles In August, Says Shettima
The Federal Government will roll out 10,000 electric tricycles into the Nigerian market in August 2026 as part of its strategy to improve public transportation and modernise the country’s logistics system.SSHE
ADC Rejects Deregistration Order, Alleges Plot To Cripple Opposition
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly opposed a Federal High Court ruling directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the party and four others, describing the judgment as an attempt to use the judiciary to undermine Nigeria’s democratic process.