New York City Mayor picks Kylian Mbappe over Lionel Messi as top player
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani chose Kylian Mbappe over Lionel Messi as the best player during a recent social media challenge.
July 8, 2026
Benue State Legislature Demands Federal Action Following Deadly Katsina-Ala Attack
The Benue State House of Assembly is demanding that the federal government prosecute the armed herders responsible for killing 11 people in Katsina-Ala.
July 8, 2026
Kano High Court bars Senator Hanga’s son from posting defamatory content online
A Kano State High Court has ordered Muhammad Samir Rufa’i Sani Hanga to cease posting allegedly defamatory statements about Isa Ado Maidoya on social media pending further legal review.
July 8, 2026
Nigerian Navy Seizes 39,500 Litres of Illicit Crude in Rivers State
The Nigerian Navy successfully disrupted an oil theft ring in Rivers State, seizing 39,500 litres of suspected stolen crude during a targeted operation in Bonny.
July 8, 2026
NUPRC Awards Oil Licences to 12 Firms as New Deepwater Project Emerges
The NUPRC has issued 19 petroleum prospecting licences to 12 firms, while ESSO Exploration announced a $300 million deepwater investment project in Nigeria.
July 8, 2026
Granit Xhaka Declines Chelsea Transfer to Remain at Sunderland
Granit Xhaka has ruled out a move to Chelsea, confirming his commitment to remain with Sunderland for the new season.
July 8, 2026
New legal standards may prevent misconduct hearing for officer who shot Chris Kaba
A rule change aligning police misconduct standards with criminal law may result in the dismissal of disciplinary proceedings against the officer who shot Chris Kaba.
July 8, 2026
Police Officer Who Shot Chris Kaba May Avoid Misconduct Hearing Due to Rule Revisions
A change in legal standards for police misconduct means Sgt Martyn Blake may not face further disciplinary action following the death of Chris Kaba.
July 8, 2026
Harry Wilson joins Leeds United as a free agent
Wales midfielder Harry Wilson has signed a four-year deal with Leeds United after leaving Fulham.
July 8, 2026
AAM cautions against blocking Olawepo-Hashim’s 2027 Accord presidential bid
The Accord Alliance Movement has cautioned against moves to deny Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim the Accord Party’s 2027 presidential ticket, citing concerns for internal democracy and criticizing the current administration's performance.
July 8, 2026