Month: July 2026
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Dutch referee Rob Dieperink passes away at 38 following World Cup removal
Dutch football referee Rob Dieperink has died at 38, shortly after being removed from the 2026 World Cup list following a police investigation that was eventually dropped.
Nigeria closes two gas stations in Ogun over fuel irregularities
Federal authorities in Ogun State have closed two fuel stations, Mobil and Managarborn Energy, for cheating customers and violating the Petroleum Industry Act.
Omoyele Sowore pledges legal aid for DJ Chicken after arrest
Omoyele Sowore has stepped forward to assist DJ Chicken, who is currently facing charges for allegedly threatening Seyi Tinubu in a viral social media video.
Bauchi Pilgrims Board Prioritizes 2026 Applicants for 2027 Hajj
Intending pilgrims who missed the 2026 Hajj will receive priority for 2027, as the Bauchi State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board begins the new registration period with an initial deposit of N7 million.
Micah Richards announces retirement plan from sports broadcasting
Micah Richards plans to retire from his successful career as a television football pundit by the age of 46, following the 2034 World Cup.
IPOB Announces End of Internal Sabotage and Leadership Restructuring
Mazi Chris Nwaogu has been named head of the new IPOB administrative team, signaling an end to internal strife and a focus on transparency, member welfare, and the restoration of Radio Biafra.
Oil Prices Surge to $79 Amid Rising US-Iran Conflict
Brent crude climbed to $79 per barrel as US-Iran hostilities disrupted markets, while Nigeria hit its highest production levels since 2020.
Senate examines ₦34 trillion import duty waivers and warns non-compliant agencies
The Senate is investigating ₦34 trillion in import duty waivers and has issued a stern warning to various government agencies for failing to attend oversight hearings regarding revenue remittances.
Abducted Oyo principal details four-hour journey into forest hideout
A rescued school principal explains how gunmen moved her and other captives across four hours of wilderness paths on motorcycles following their May abduction.
President Tinubu Launches Tunga Madaki-Zuba Road Project to Enhance FCT Connectivity
President Tinubu has inaugurated the Tunga Madaki-Zuba road project in Abuja, aimed at integrating satellite towns with the Abuja-Kaduna highway and boosting local economic connectivity.