WABSU Zone B Unveils Strong Committee to Drive Beach Soccer Growth
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The West African Beach Soccer Union (WABSU) Zone B has officially unveiled its full committee structure, marking a major step toward strengthening and expanding beach soccer across West Africa. In a statement signed by General Secretary Rasheed Saraki, the body—an affiliate of the African Beach Soccer Union (ABSU)—says the appointments followed extensive […]
Wike Vows to Reclaim Undeveloped Plots Surrounding Jabi Lake
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered a crackdown on abandoned and poorly developed areas surrounding Jabi Lake, citing violations of the Abuja master plan. The directive follows public reactions to a viral video in which a Christian cleric appealed to the minister to preserve the lake as […]
Wike Slams Makinde, Turaki Over PDP Crisis
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a strong criticism of factions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accusing some leaders of acting outside the law in the party’s ongoing leadership dispute. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja, Wike faulted moves by groups linked to Oyo State […]
Mavericks Appoint Masai Ujiri As Team President, Alternative Governor
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Dallas Mavericks have officially appointed Masai Ujiri as Team President and Alternate Governor, in a bold move aimed at strengthening the franchise’s long-term championship ambitions. Ujiri, one of the most respected executives in the National Basketball Association, will take charge of all basketball operations, including roster construction, player personnel decisions, scouting, […]
Wike Woos EU Investment in Abuja’s Real Estate, Agriculture
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has urged European Union (EU) member countries to increase investment in Abuja’s fast-growing agriculture and real estate sectors, highlighting sweeping reforms that he says are reshaping the capital into a more investor-friendly destination. Wike made the appeal on Tuesday in Abuja during […]
Two Hantavirus Cases Confirmed on Cruise Ship, WHO Says
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed two cases of Hantavirus and identified five additional suspected infections aboard a cruise ship stranded off Cape Verde, raising concerns over a rare but potentially deadly outbreak at sea. In a statement released Tuesday, the WHO discloses that a total of seven cases have been […]
World Leaders Pressure Iran as Ceasefire Nears Collapse
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Global leaders have intensified pressure on Iran to de-escalate tensions and return to diplomacy, as a fragile Middle East ceasefire edges closer to breaking point. The renewed urgency follows a fresh exchange of fire between Iran and the United States near the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil route. The situation […]
Former Kano Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo Dumps ADC
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso A former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing evolving political realities and the need to realign his vision for governance. Gwarzo confirmed his exit in a letter dated May 1, 2026, addressed to the party chairman in Gwarzo Local Government Area, stating […]
Court Orders SERAP To Pay DSS Operatives ₦100m For Defamation
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has ordered the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) to pay ₦100 million in damages to two operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) for defamation. Delivering judgment, Justice Halilu Yusuf held that the claimants—Sarah John and Gabriel Ogundele—successfully established that […]
NASS To Dispatch Joint Committee To South Africa Over Xenophobic Attack
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s National Assembly has moved decisively to address the growing wave of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. Announcing plans to send a high-level joint delegation on a fact-finding and diplomatic mission. The Senate resolved to constitute an ad hoc committee comprising members of both chambers of the National Assembly, led […]