Three Police Officers Killed in Zamfara IED Explosion
By Chinedu Echianu Three police officers lost their lives on Monday after an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded during a security operation along the Anka-Bagega Road in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The incident occurred at approximately 5:05 p.m. while a team of police operatives was carrying out a mission to identify and […]
Troops Rescue 388 Kidnap Victims – DHQ
By Zainab Bakare Nigerian troops operating across various theatres of operation have rescued 388 kidnapped victims, arrested 31 suspected terrorists and collaborators, and neutralised 10 terrorists within the past week, according to the Defence Headquarters (DHQ). The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, disclosed this on Tuesday during a briefing in Abuja […]
CGC Volleyball League Kicks Off with Thrilling Comebacks
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The opening day of the third phase of the 2026 CGC Volleyball Premier League delivered thrilling contests in Abuja, with Nigeria Customs Service, Nigeria Police, and CNS Spikers among the teams making strong statements in both the men’s and women’s categories. In the men’s division, defending contenders Nigeria Customs Service recovered from […]
Haiti Gang Violence Leaves 2,300 Dead, U.N Warns
By Oluwakemi Kindness Gang violence has claimed at least 2,300 lives in Haiti since the beginning of 2026, with nearly 100 people kidnapped, according to the United Nations. Speaking at the opening of the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, said the Caribbean […]
EU Hails US-Iran Deal to End Conflict
By Oluwakemi Kindness European Council President, Antonio Costa has welcomed the reported agreement between the United States and Iran to end the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, describing it as a positive step toward regional stability and lasting peace. In a post on X on Monday, Costa said he looked forward to an end […]
UK to Ban Social Media Access for Under-16s
By Zainab Bakare British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, saying the sites are harming young people’s wellbeing and exposing them to dangerous content. Speaking on Monday, Starmer said the government would introduce legislation to prohibit under-16s from using major social […]
New York Knicks Crowned NBA Champions After Ending 53-Year
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The New York Knicks ended a 53-year wait for NBA glory after rallying to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, sealing a commanding 4-1 series victory and capturing their first championship since 1973. Jalen Brunson delivered a performance for the ages, pouring in 45 points […]
FIFAWC: Vinicius Saves Brazil from Morroco, Scotland Edge Haiti
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Brazil needed a moment of brilliance from Vinicius Junior to avoid an opening defeat at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while Scotland marked their return to the global stage with a hard-fought victory over Haiti. The five-time world champions were held to a 1-1 draw by an impressive Morocco side in New […]
FIFAWC: Australia, USA Off To Flying Starts in Group D
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The United States began their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in style with a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay, powered by a brilliant first-half brace from striker Folarin Balogun. Playing in front of a home crowd in Los Angeles, the co-hosts took an early lead in the seventh minute when Paraguay defender […]
FIFAWC: Canada Rally, Qatar Stun Switzerland in Group B
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Co-hosts Canada and Qatar produced late drama in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B matches, earning crucial draws against Bosnia-Herzegovina and Switzerland respectively. Canada fought back to secure a 1-1 draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina in front of a passionate home crowd in Toronto. Bosnia-Herzegovina took the lead in the first half […]