Month: July 2026
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House of Representatives claims presidential appearance unnecessary for budget oversight
Deputy Spokesperson Philip Agbese asserts that the House of Representatives can resolve budget implementation concerns without summoning President Bola Tinubu.
July 12, 2026
Sinner secures second consecutive Wimbledon crown by defeating Zverev
Jannik Sinner defended his Wimbledon title by defeating Alexander Zverev in a four-set battle at the All England Club.
July 12, 2026
Fifa President Gianni Infantino Signals Potential for 64-Team World Cup
Fifa president Gianni Infantino plans to assess the feasibility of a 64-team World Cup following the 2026 finals, aiming to increase global participation despite opposition from several continental leaders.
July 12, 2026
Governor Lawal Launches $200 Million Lithium Facility in Zamfara to Generate 2,000 Jobs
Governor Dauda Lawal has commissioned a $200 million lithium processing plant in Zamfara State, an initiative expected to create 2,000 jobs and modernize the local mineral sector.
July 12, 2026
Operation Kosaye Leads to Arrest of 43 Suspects in Ogun State
Ogun State police have arrested 43 suspects, including 28 men and 15 women, in a targeted raid against criminal activity near the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
July 12, 2026
Ogun State Police apprehend 43 in Operation Kosaye raid
Ogun State police arrested 43 people during a midnight raid by Operation Kosaye, bringing the total number of suspects prosecuted under the initiative to 76.
July 12, 2026
UK Emergency Teams Battle Multiple Wildfires Amidst Severe Heatwave
A major incident has been declared in north Wales as emergency crews battle a string of wildfires across the UK during a record-breaking heatwave.
July 12, 2026
Conflicting claims over Strait of Hormuz closure follow intense US-Iran strikes
Iran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the US military to deploy forces and insist that the vital shipping lane remains open following a series of retaliatory strikes across the region.
July 12, 2026
The downfall of Brendon McCullum: Why his England Test tenure collapsed
Brendon McCullum has been relieved of his duties as England's Test coach following a series of poor performances, though he will remain in charge of the white-ball teams.
July 12, 2026
Ger Brennan Urges GAA to Adopt Video Review System
Dublin manager Ger Brennan is pushing for the introduction of video technology in the GAA after pointing to several controversial officiating decisions during his team's semi-final loss to Kerry.
July 12, 2026