Month: July 2026
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De Beers halts operations at top South African mine amid diamond market slump
De Beers is suspending production at its flagship South African Venetia mine for two years as the company battles falling prices and increased competition from lab-grown alternatives.
Senate criticizes Governor Makinde for seeking UN investigation into Oyo school kidnapping
The Senate has condemned Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde for proposing a UN-led probe into a recent school kidnapping, while simultaneously honoring the military personnel who died during the successful rescue operation.
MC Oluomo Claims Street Experience Outweighs Formal Education
NURTW President MC Oluomo argues that his life experience as a former bus conductor provides him with more wisdom than many university graduates, while stressing the necessity of paternal responsibility.
NSCDC Akwa Ibom Command Rejects Claims of Financial Misconduct and Internal Unrest
The NSCDC Akwa Ibom Command has denied allegations of financial impropriety and staff victimization, asserting that its internal policies and inter-agency relations remain professional and transparent.
Jay Bothroyd backs Djed Spence to neutralize Lionel Messi in World Cup semi-final
Former England striker Jay Bothroyd argues that Djed Spence should be tasked with marking Lionel Messi in the upcoming World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
ADC cautions judiciary against undermining Nigerian democracy under Tinubu
ADC official Oladimeji Fabiyi has warned the judiciary not to be used by the Tinubu administration to weaken democracy in Nigeria following a recent court ruling against his party.
ADC demands legal action against Nafiu Bala for fraudulent INEC portal claims
The African Democratic Congress has called on INEC to prosecute Nafiu Bala Gombe for falsely claiming he accessed the commission's nomination portal to upload 2027 candidates using forged documents.
Abia Police Detain 31 Suspects and Demolish Criminal Encampments
Abia State Police arrested 31 people and dismantled multiple criminal camps during targeted raids aimed at curbing drug trafficking and other offenses.
Relatives of Mull of Kintyre Chinook victims petition High Court for case revival
Families of the 29 people killed in the 1994 Mull of Kintyre Chinook crash are asking the High Court to approve a new legal challenge against the Ministry of Defence, citing unaddressed concerns about the aircraft's safety.
From Cystic Fibrosis diagnosis to The Open: The remarkable rise of David Howard
Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a child, mechanic David Howard overcame severe health and mental hurdles to secure a spot at The Open Championship.