INEC Kicks Off PVC Collection for Osun 2026 Gubernatorial Poll
INEC has launched the distribution of Permanent Voter Cards in Osun State ahead of the 2026 governorship election, with collection scheduled at registration areas and local government offices.
Banking and Consumer Goods Sectors Drive Stock Market Growth
Renewed demand for banking and consumer goods stocks helped drive a weekly market rebound, with total capitalization rising to N157.057 trillion.
Northern Groups Demand Action as Over 500 Abductees Remain in Captivity
Northern advocacy groups are urging the federal government to intensify rescue efforts for over 500 citizens still held by militants, citing a perceived lack of urgency compared to recent rescue operations in the southern part of the country.
Naira Maintains Stability at Official Exchange Market on July 20, 2026
The naira held steady at ₦1,379.64 per dollar in the official market on July 20, 2026, while parallel market rates remained higher due to sustained demand.
Mercy Eke Declares She Won’t Cook Daily for a Partner
Former Big Brother Naija winner Mercy Eke recently stated on a podcast that she refuses to date or marry a man who expects her to cook for him daily.
Lionel Scaloni Reflects on Lionel Messi Following World Cup Final Loss
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni praised Lionel Messi as the greatest player ever after the team's World Cup final defeat to Spain.
Burna Boy Sets Records at the 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show
Burna Boy made history as the first African artist to perform at the FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, joining global stars to celebrate the 2026 tournament.
Arsenal target John Stones as transfer window rumors intensify
Arsenal eyes John Stones as cover for the injured William Saliba, while various Premier League clubs ramp up transfer talks involving stars like Leon Bailey and Maxence Lacroix.
Bassirou Diomaye Faye chosen as ECOWAS leader
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has been named the new Chairman of ECOWAS, succeeding Sierra Leone's Julius Maada Bio during the bloc's 69th Ordinary Session.
Argentina Players Skip Handshakes with Donald Trump at World Cup Ceremony
Argentina's Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero avoided shaking hands with President Donald Trump during the World Cup medal ceremony in New Jersey.