Month: June 2026
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Humbert ends Draper’s run in Eastbourne semi-finals
Jack Draper's momentum at Eastbourne was stopped by Ugo Humbert in the semi-finals, while Zizou Bergs, Madison Keys, and Tatjana Maria secured spots in their respective tournament finals.
June 26, 2026
Court sets July 9 date for Emefiele statement admissibility ruling in $4.5bn fraud case
A Lagos court has postponed its ruling on the admissibility of statements made by former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele in his $4.5 billion fraud trial until July 9.
June 26, 2026
Nigeria Democratic Congress Challenges Court Ruling, Vows to Keep Registration Status
The Nigeria Democratic Congress is heading to the Court of Appeal after a Lokoja Federal High Court ruling challenged its registration, asserting that its 2027 candidates remain on the ballot.
June 26, 2026
Wike Pledges to Identify Opposition Figures Utilizing Tinubu’s New Road Infrastructure
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has criticized opposition leaders for relying on road networks developed by the Tinubu administration after failing to build such infrastructure themselves while in power.
June 26, 2026
David Miliband expresses confidence in prospective Andy Burnham premiership
David Miliband, former foreign secretary, has shared his positive outlook on the possibility of Andy Burnham becoming prime minister, sparking rumors about his own potential political comeback.
June 26, 2026
Oleksandr Usyk to surrender heavyweight world titles
Undefeated heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is relinquishing his world titles to allow other contenders to compete, though he intends to continue his boxing career.
June 26, 2026
Mahdi Shehu Characterizes Northern Nigeria as a Subjugated Region
Public affairs commentator Mahdi Shehu claims Northern Nigeria has been defeated by poor leadership, greed, and the region's own failure to adapt to modern societal challenges.
June 26, 2026
Oleksandr Usyk to relinquish heavyweight titles but continue fighting
Undefeated heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is relinquishing his three world title belts to allow other challengers to compete, though he insists his boxing career is not over.
June 26, 2026
Bashir Ahmad Claims Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso Face Political Uncertainty Ahead of 2027
Bashir Ahmad suggests that Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso face significant electoral challenges after a court ruling effectively stripped their party of its legal registration.
June 26, 2026
PDP labels court order for NDC deregistration as a blow to Nigerian democracy
The PDP has criticized a recent court ruling ordering INEC to deregister the NDC, arguing that it suppresses multiparty democracy and serves the government's agenda to eliminate political opposition.
June 26, 2026