Fifty elders sent to reconcile with bandits were kidnapped during a peace meeting in Zamfara. Learn more about this shocking Zamfara kidnapping incident.
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Nigerian Army, Benin troops conduct joint patrol in Cotonou to curb insecurity
Troops of the Nigerian Army and personnel of the Benin National Guard have conducted a joint night patrol in Cotonou, Republic of Benin, with the […]
Emir Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli at 60: Reflections on a unique form of leadership, By Samuel Aruwan
As His Royal Highness marks his 60th birthday, I find myself reflecting not only on the office he occupies, but also on the experiences that shaped his approach to leadership. His journey through banking, law, diplomacy, public administration and traditional leadership has given him a perspective that combines respect for institutions with an appreciation of […]
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Super Eagles: Ogbu set for lengthy injury layoff
Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu is set to be sidelined for a lengthy spell due to injury, DAILY POST reports.
Ogbu ruptured his Achilles tendon during training with the Super Eagles in Lisbon on Saturday.
Super Eagles media officer, Promise Efoghe, revealed this on Sunday, saying the 26-year-old will undergo a scan to ascertain the severity of the injury.
According to SCORENigeria, the centre-back will be out of action for at least nine months.
Ogbu featured at the invitational Unity Cup in London as well as the friendly against Poland, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
He was part of the Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
UN raises alarm over violence against Christians, minorities in Nigeria
The United Nations Human Rights Office has expressed concern over reports of killings, abductions, sexual violence and forced religious conversions affecting Christians and other religious […]
2026 World Cup: African referee denied entry to US due to Trump’s order
Somali referee Omar Artan has been denied entry to the United States.
It was not immediately clear why Artan was barred from entering the US at Miami International Airport but Somalia is one of several countries on a travel ban list introduced by President Donald Trump’s administration.
“Omar Artan is among Africa’s most respected referees and deserves the support of the entire football community,” Ciise Aden Abshir, a senior advisor to Somalia’s Ministry of Youth and Sports and a former national team captain, told AFP.
Artan had a valid visa for the US, Abshir said. He has flown back to Istanbul, where he has been staying.
“Denying him entry to the United States and preventing him from officiating scheduled matches harms not only him personally but also undermines football’s commitment to fairness, merit, and the spirit of fair play,” Abshir added.
2026 World Cup: African referee denied entry to US due to Trump’s order
If I need money, I’ll call Tinubu to get it -Babachir Lawal
FormerSecretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, has denied receiving money from the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential aspirant, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen. Featuring […]
Insecurity: ‘Disrupt terrorism financing’ – COAS charges Nigerian banks
The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called on Nigeria’s banking sector to strengthen efforts at disrupting terrorism financing and other […]
World Cup 2026: Brazil releases statement on Neymar’s condition
The Brazilian Football Confederation on Monday released a statement regarding forward Neymar’s condition ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament this week.
Neymar’s World Cup hopes have been given a boost after Brazil announced that the 34-year-old was making “good progress” in his recovery from a calf injury.
The Santos forward was expected to be sidelined for between two and three weeks after scans last month revealed a grade two muscle tear.
He had a further scan on Monday, and the Brazilian Football Confederation said in a brief statement: “The exam showed good progress in his treatment, within expected parameters.
“He will continue the recovery and physical preparation process planned by the Brazilian National Team’s medical staff.”
Neymar has already missed Brazil’s two warm-up friendlies against Panama and Egypt.
World Cup 2026: Brazil releases statement on Neymar’s condition
Senate will consider final report on state police this week- Leader, Opeyemi
Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, says the Senate Committee on Constitution Review will present its final report on the proposed creation of state police to the […]
