The three co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup—the United States, Mexico and Canada—have all been eliminated from the tournament before the quarter-final stage, ending their hopes of lifting the trophy on home soil. The United States became the last of the host nations to bow out after suffering a 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the Round of 16. Despite home support, the Americans were unable to contain the Belgian […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has disclosed that Togo, the Republic of Benin and the Niger Republic failed to fully settle their electricity bills for the first quarter of 2026, leaving an outstanding debt of $12.66 million. According to the Commission's First Quarter 2026 report, the three neighbouring countries were billed a total of $17.48 million for electricity supplied by Nigerian Generation Companies (GenCos) through the Nigerian Electricity Supply […]
The Edo State Government has warned individuals involved in cult-related activities against organising or participating in any celebrations or unlawful gatherings associated with July 7, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining peace and security across the state. The warning was issued by the spokesman for the Edo State Security Squad, codenamed *Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultism*, Noah Idemudia, during the parade of two suspects arrested in separate security operations […]
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to reduce the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, as it engaged key players in the downstream petroleum sector over what it described as the gap between declining global crude oil prices and current domestic fuel prices. At a high-level stakeholders' meeting held at the headquarters of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) in Abuja, government […]
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that at least 30 cases of alleged politically motivated killings are currently under investigation ahead of the August 15 governorship election in Osun State, raising fresh concerns over security and the conduct of political actors as the state prepares for the polls. The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, disclosed that several arrests have already been made in connection with the incidents. […]
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has announced that its Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, will retire from the Board of Directors on August 21, 2026, following the completion of the maximum tenure permitted for non-executive directors under the Central Bank of Nigeria's corporate governance guidelines. The decision was announced after a meeting of the bank's Board of Directors, which also approved the appointment of current Non-Executive Director, Emmanuel Nnorom, as […]
The Federal Government has urged Nigerians residing in South Africa who feel their lives are under threat to take advantage of the ongoing evacuation programme, warning that the security situation remains uncertain amid renewed xenophobic attacks. The appeal follows the recent killing of two Nigerian nationals, Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu, incidents that have heightened concerns over the safety of Nigerians living in the country. Minister of Foreign Affairs, […]
Dangote Petroleum Refinery exported approximately 466,000 metric tonnes of aviation fuel to Europe in June 2026, reinforcing Nigeria's growing position as a major supplier of refined petroleum products to the international market. The June shipment, estimated at about 582.5 million litres of jet fuel, is valued at roughly N757 billion, based on an average domestic price of N1,300 per litre. The export volume represents the refinery's highest monthly jet fuel […]
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a masquerade identified as Asoleke over the alleged killing of a 24-year-old man, Sefiu Kehinde, during a masquerade procession in the Labiran area of Ibadan. The incident, which has sparked concern among residents, is currently under investigation, with the police intensifying efforts to apprehend four other suspects believed to have participated in the fatal attack. According to the police, the incident was reported […]
