INEC Lists Oran’kan as ACCORD Senatorial Candidate for Oyo Central
Ambassador Shakirullahi Jimoh Oran’kan has been formally recognized by INEC as the ACCORD Party senatorial candidate for Oyo Central following his primary election victory.
July 17, 2026
Dominik Szoboszlai commits to new long-term Liverpool contract
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has secured his future at the club by signing a new five-year contract that runs until 2031.
July 17, 2026
Norfolk elects inaugural Reform UK police and crime commissioner
Former detective Colin Sutton has been elected as the first Reform UK police and crime commissioner for Norfolk.
July 17, 2026
NCC Hosts ATU Summit to Address One Billion Unconnected Africans
The NCC is hosting the African Telecommunication Union to find strategies to connect one billion Africans who currently lack mobile internet access despite being in coverage areas.
July 17, 2026
Pathways to African Success in the FIFA World Cup
African football must prioritize structural improvements, youth development, and stable administration to transition from individual talent to global championship success.
July 17, 2026
Finding Positivity After England’s World Cup Exit
Despite the disappointment of a World Cup semi-final exit, England's tournament run reveals significant progress, exceptional individual performances, and a bright future for its young squad.
July 17, 2026
Microfinance worker charged for falsifying debt-free document
Henry Nwoko, a bank staff member, was brought to a Lagos court to answer for charges involving the unauthorized forging of a debt-clearance letter.
July 17, 2026
Isaac Fayose asserts freedom to switch support from Peter Obi
Isaac Fayose, brother of former Governor Ayodele Fayose, has defended his right to switch political allegiances, noting that his past support for Peter Obi is not guaranteed.
July 17, 2026
Uefa Rejects Using VAR for Simulation as Seen in World Cup
Uefa has decided against using video assistant referees to flag diving offenses as mistaken identity, diverging from the procedures observed at the 2026 World Cup.
July 17, 2026
Two individuals receive 30-day jail terms for public nudity in Ekiti
A Chief Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti has sentenced Adebiyi Olusola and Oguntola John to 30 days in prison for walking naked in public.
July 17, 2026