Month: July 2026
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How Bola Tinubu Ignored ACN Leaders to Select Fashola as 2007 Successor
A former aide to President Bola Tinubu reveals the internal political maneuvering and firm decisions that led to Babatunde Fashola’s emergence as the ACN gubernatorial candidate in 2007.
LASU’s Professor Akhaine Set to Present 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture
Professor Sylvester Odion Akhaine of Lagos State University will deliver the 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture in Lagos on July 23, 2026, focusing on media and election credibility.
Femi Falana Urges Nigeria and Ghana to Take South Africa to the African Court Over Xenophobia
Senior Advocate Femi Falana is urging Nigeria and Ghana to bypass the African Union and sue South Africa in the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights to seek redress for xenophobic violence.
Antonelli Expands Championship Gap After Belgian GP Triumph and Russell Exit
Kimi Antonelli reclaimed his commanding championship lead with a win in Belgium, while teammate George Russell suffered a race-ending crash.
Speaker Abbas Rejects Claims of Conflict with Governor Uba Sani
House Speaker Abbas Tajudeen has publicly denied rumors of a feud with Kaduna Governor Uba Sani, calling for unity within the APC and reaffirming their collaborative efforts toward state development.
Alan Shearer Backs Argentina to Overcome Spain in 2026 World Cup Final
Alan Shearer expects Lionel Messi and Argentina to defeat Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, citing their resilience and determination as the deciding factors.
A New Chapter for North Sea Energy Policy?
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces a complex balancing act as he navigates Labour's manifesto pledges on North Sea energy, legal hurdles for existing projects, and pressure from the industry to reform windfall taxes.
Beth Shriever makes history with fourth BMX world championship victory
Beth Shriever has become the first BMX racer to capture four elite world titles after unpredictable weather in Brisbane led to the early conclusion of the UCI World Championships.
Military Operations Neutralize Criminals and Rescue Seven Hostages Across Nigeria
Military forces rescued seven kidnap victims, eliminated two criminals, and detained four suspected ISWAP members during a series of strategic operations across multiple Nigerian states.
Andrew and Tristan Tate Taken Into Custody in Miami Pending UK Extradition
Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami as British authorities pursue their extradition to face 59 combined charges related to sex trafficking and rape.