Shettima Arrives Jigawa for 2026 Investment Summit
By Zainab Bakare Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital, to participate in the 2026 Jigawa Investment Summit holding from July 1 to July 2. Shettima was received at the Nuhu Muhammad Sunusi International Airport by Governor Umar Namadi, Deputy Governor Aminu Gumel, Kano State Deputy Governor Murtala Garo and […]
Tinubu Commissions 13km Kwali Road, Boosts Rural Connectivity
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu has commissioned the 13-kilometre Gomani–Dafa–Yangoji Road in Kwali Area Council, describing the project as a significant investment in rural development aimed at improving connectivity and unlocking economic opportunities for local communities. Represented at the commissioning ceremony on Tuesday by Godswill Akpabio, the President said the road reflects his administration’s […]
Nigeria Ready for Zone 3 Beach Volleyball Showdown – Nimrod
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria has declared itself fully prepared to host the 2026 CAVB Zone 3 Beach Volleyball Nations Cup qualifiers, with the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) expressing confidence in the country’s ability to deliver a successful tournament and secure qualification for the continental championship. The competition will take place from July 3 to 7 […]
Canada Stun South Africa to Reach Historic World Cup Last 16
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Canada booked their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 for the first time in history after Stephen Eustaquio struck deep into stoppage time to seal a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. With the contest seemingly destined for extra time, Eustaquio produced a moment of brilliance […]
Bolaji Claims British & Irish Para Badminton Silver
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s para badminton star, Eniola Bolaji, continued her impressive rise on the international stage after securing a silver medal at the 2026 British & Irish Para Badminton International in Dublin, Ireland. The Paralympic bronze medallist and world championship silver medallist finished runner-up in the SL3 women’s singles event after a spirited 21-18, […]
FOSLA Chase Historic Double as NSFC Ends in Abuja
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The inaugural National Schools Football Championship reaches a thrilling conclusion on Monday at the FIFA Goal Project Pitch, Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, with FOSLA Academy aiming to complete a remarkable double in both the boys’ and girls’ categories. FOSLA Academy’s boys will face Brilliant Academy of Toro, […]
NAqF President Hails Police Support for Commonwealth Swimmers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Aquatics Federation(NAqF) has hailed the Nigeria Police Force for releasing two of its elite swimmers, Corporal Collins Ebinga and Corporal Dorcas Oka, to represent Team Nigeria at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, scheduled for July 23 to August 2. President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, Lekan Fatodu, described […]
DavNotch to Boost Prize Money, Player Welfare
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Managing Director of DavNotch Nigeria Limited, Emmanuel Ocheli, has announced plans to significantly increase prize money and players’ incentives in future editions of the DavNotch National Open Tennis Championship, reaffirming the company’s commitment to raising the standard of tennis in Nigeria. Speaking at a news briefing ahead of the grand finale […]
Troops Foil ISWAP Roadblock, Rescue 53 in Borno
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Troops of Sector 2, 135 Special Forces Battalion under Operation Hadin Kai have dismantled a suspected JAS/ISWAP terrorist roadblock along the Buratai–Kamuya Road in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State, rescuing 53 civilians and recovering eight vehicles during a swift military operation. The operation was launched on Wednesday after troops stationed […]
ADC Backs State Police, Slams Tinubu’s ‘Rushed’ Reform Drive
By Zainab Bakare The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has thrown its support behind the creation of state police but criticised the Federal Government’s approach to the reform, describing the proposed constitutional amendment as a hurried response to Nigeria’s deepening security challenges rather than a carefully planned institutional overhaul. In a statement issued on Friday by […]