FIFA World Cup 2026: African teams proving difficult to beat
After the first round of group-stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Africa's representatives have produced a mixture of ...
Month: June 2026
Did Iran Come Out Ahead Financially Despite War Losses?
Months of war, a naval blockade and widespread destruction have left Iran’s military and economy severely weakened. Its navy has ...
UK Jury Clears Diezani Alison-Madueke of Bribery Charges After Lengthy Corruption Trial
Former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources Diezani Alison-Madueke has been acquitted of all six bribery charges brought against her in ...
Njideka Akunyili Crosby Makes History With First Official Joint Portrait of the Obamas
Nigerian-born artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby has added another milestone to her celebrated career after creating the first official portrait of ...
Man Accused of Killing, Secretly Burying Girlfriend in Anambra
A 33-year-old man, Ifechukwu Okechukwu, allegedly killed his 23-year-old girlfriend and secretly buried her in Anambra State.The spokesperson for the ...
US, Iran Announce Peace Deal to End Months-Long Conflict
A peace agreement between the United States and Iran has been reached, according to announcements made on Sunday by US ...
Why Is Khamenei Being Buried After 100 Days Despite Islamic Tradition of Prompt Burial?
Iran has announced funeral ceremonies for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei more than 100 days after he was killed in ...
Why Fulani Settlers Are Abandoning Southern Nigerian Communities
For decades, they lived quietly among their neighbours, raising cattle, trading livestock and building families across communities in southern Nigeria. ...
England’s World Cup Preparations Hit by Training Equipment Theft in Kansas City
England's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a setback after thieves stole training equipment before the team's ...
Ghana Midfielder Thomas Partey Denied Entry to Canada Ahead of World Cup Opener
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada ahead of the country's opening match of the 2026 FIFA ...
Veteran Yoruba Actor Kola Oyewo Dies at 80
Veteran Yoruba actor and academic Kola Oyewo has died at the age of 80 following a brief illness.His colleague, Kunle ...
Court Jails Yoon for 30 Years Over Drone Plot
A South Korean court on Friday sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison over his involvement ...
Nigeria Absent, But 16 Players of Nigerian Descent Set for 2026 World Cup
Although Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, players with Nigerian heritage will still have a strong ...
12 Killed, Nine Injured as Gunmen Storm Johannesburg Settlement
At least 12 people were killed and nine others injured after a group of armed attackers opened fire in an ...
Mourinho Returns to Real Madrid as Club Bets on Experience to End Trophy Drought
José Mourinho is set to return to Spanish giants Real Madrid more than a decade after his first spell at ...
Comoros Thrash Sudan 30-0 to Set Up Olympic Qualifier Clash with Nigeria’s Super Falcons
Comoros have secured a showdown with Nigeria’s Super Falcons after crushing Sudan 30-0 on aggregate in the first round of ...
Abducted Oyo School Principal Appeals for Release, Denies Reports of N1bn Ransom and Sharia Demand
After spending 25 days in captivity, Mrs. Rachael Folawe Alamu, principal of Community High School, Esiele, in Oriire Local Government ...
Anthony Head, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Star and Gold Blend Icon, Dies at 72
Anthony Head, the British stage and screen actor best known for playing Rupert Giles in the hit television series Buffy ...
Christian Eriksen Collapses During Denmark Friendly Against Ukraine
Danish footballer Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch during Denmark’s friendly match against Ukraine on Sunday, prompting officials to abandon ...
Overloaded Solar Installation Sparks Fire in Ogbomoso Home, Says Oyo Fire Service
The Oyo State Fire Services Agency has blamed an overloaded solar power installation for a fire outbreak that damaged part ...
