Month: July 2026
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Elena Rybakina Eliminated from Wimbledon in Surprise Defeat
Former champion Elena Rybakina was knocked out of Wimbledon in the third round by 25th seed Elise Mertens, who moves on to face Marie Bouzkova.
Fourteen Ekiti Church Abductees Freed After Two Months, One Reported Deceased
Fourteen churchgoers kidnapped during an April crusade in Ekiti State have been released after two months, though one victim died while in captivity.
Flamingos Coach Busari Confident Ahead of Qualifier Against Benin
Nigeria's U-17 women's coach Akeem Busari remains optimistic as the Flamingos prepare to face Benin Republic in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.
York Knights Secure Historic Magic Weekend Win Against Huddersfield Giants
York Knights claimed a 36-24 win over the Huddersfield Giants at Magic Weekend, securing their fifth league victory of the season and leaving their opponents at the bottom of the table.
Meghan and Children to Miss Prince Harry’s Upcoming UK Visit
Prince Harry will travel to London solo for the Invictus Games countdown, as Meghan and their children will not join him due to unresolved disputes over taxpayer-funded security arrangements.
Lagos Police Detain Eiye Cult Suspect and Seize Firearm
Lagos police arrested 27-year-old Yusuf Lamina Adigun, an alleged Eiye cultist, and seized a locally made pistol during a routine patrol in the Ijaiye/Ojokoro area.
Nigerian Government Reports Rising Investor Interest in Solar Mini-Grids
Abba Aliyu of the Rural Electrification Agency highlights that solar mini-grids are becoming a preferred commercial model for investors in Nigeria's power sector.
Arewa Think Tank Advises President Tinubu to Disregard Claims Against Gbajabiamila
The Arewa Think Tank has advised President Tinubu to disregard politically motivated allegations against Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, emphasizing that the Presidency has already clarified the situation.
Idoma Group Decries Murder of Fulani Leader and Associate in Benue
The Ochetoha K’Idoma Forum Worldwide has condemned the killing of Fulani leader Ardo Risku Mohammed and Yakubu Isah in Benue State, calling for swift justice and an end to the cycle of insecurity.
Atiku Abubakar Demands Tinubu Identify Those Responsible for Missing 2% of Nigeria’s GDP
Atiku Abubakar has urged President Bola Tinubu to name those responsible for an unaccounted two percent of Nigeria's GDP identified by the IMF.