Month: July 2026
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UEFA expresses strong opposition to FIFA’s strategy to sell World Cup commercial rights to private investors
UEFA has sharply criticized FIFA's proposal to sell commercial rights for the World Cup to private investors, citing concerns over transparency and the nature of football governance.
Tinubu Backs INEC Neutrality, Criticizes Opposition Complaints Before 2027 Polls
President Tinubu has reaffirmed his confidence in INEC's impartiality while dismissing opposition grievances as baseless, and outlined his plans for national security and economic recovery.
Family of Slain University of Jos Graduate Calls for Legal Action Against Suspects
The sister of late University of Jos graduate Ibrahim Pilasar Mbaya is demanding justice, calling for the suspects involved in his alleged mob killing to face severe legal consequences.
INEC Official Advocates for Earlier Party Primaries to Minimize Election Lawsuits
INEC official Prof. Joash Amupitan proposes moving political party primaries to at least one year before general elections to reduce litigation and improve democratic integrity.
APC Rejects Peter Obi’s Claims of Presidential Exhaustion
The APC has countered Peter Obi’s recent suggestion that President Tinubu is physically exhausted and should resign, asserting that the President remains active and productive.
Unattached World Cup Stars Seeking New Clubs
Several high-profile players who competed in the recent World Cup are now free agents. We examine the futures of John Stones, Mohamed Salah, and Riyad Mahrez as they search for new teams.
Nollywood figure Ugo Nwokolo suggests internet fraud sustains Nigeria’s economy
Actor Ugo Nwokolo faces backlash after suggesting that internet fraud helps stabilize the Nigerian economy due to the extreme difficulty of surviving on official salaries.
Ruby Evans Rises from Olympic Disappointment to Historic Commonwealth Gold
Welsh gymnast Ruby Evans rebounded from a difficult week to secure a historic gold medal in the floor final at the Commonwealth Games, becoming the first Welsh woman to achieve the feat.
Edo NDLEA Seizes 1,359kg of Cannabis and Arrests Two Men
Edo State NDLEA officials, supported by the Nigerian Army, confiscated over 1,359kg of cannabis from a residential warehouse and arrested two suspects.
Filip Nowacki secures historic Commonwealth gold for Jersey
Teenager Filip Nowacki has become only the second Jersey athlete to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal, taking first place in the 200m breaststroke.