The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed that the Ebola outbreak centred in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with linked cases in Uganda, has claimed more than 1,000 lives, making it one of the deadliest Ebola epidemics in recent history. The latest figures show 2,536 confirmed cases and over 1,000 deaths, with the…
Manchester United have stepped up their pursuit of Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni after making a fresh enquiry, with reports suggesting the Spanish giants would consider a sale if the right offer arrives this summer. The 26-year-old France international has emerged as one of United’s leading midfield targets as the club searches for a specialist…
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have officially submitted a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking a significant step in the Alliance of Sahel States’ (AES) ambition to showcase regional unity through football despite ongoing security challenges. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed receipt and acceptance of the…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched a nationwide enforcement operation to remove banned alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles smaller than 200ml from circulation, marking the full implementation of the Federal Government’s long-standing ban on the products. The operation is being carried out simultaneously…
Arsenal’s pursuit of Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa has stalled after the two clubs failed to agree on a valuation, leaving Mikel Arteta searching for defensive reinforcements following William Saliba’s long-term injury. The Gunners have reportedly valued the England international at £30–35 million, but Aston Villa are holding firm on an asking price of up…
Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Burna Boy is set to make history by headlining the opening night of Reggae Land 2026, becoming the first African artist to top the bill at the UK’s biggest reggae and dancehall festival. The expanded three-day event will run from July 31 to August 2 at the 65,000-capacity Milton Keynes National Bowl….
Nigeria’s Super Falcons return to action today as they take on Tanzania’s Twiga Stars in an international friendly that serves as their final preparation ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The match comes just days before the start of the continental tournament and gives head coach Justine Madugu one…
The conflict between the United States and Iran has entered another dangerous phase, with fresh US military strikes and mounting threats to global shipping pushing crude oil prices closer to the $100-per-barrel mark and raising concerns over the global economy. US forces carried out a 12th consecutive night of airstrikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure, saying…
United States President Donald Trump has commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as his “decisive leadership” in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism, signaling a notable improvement in relations between Washington and Abuja after months of security cooperation. The commendation was contained in an official letter dated July 6, which was released by the Nigerian…
The trial over what authorities describe as Nigeria’s largest clandestine methamphetamine laboratory took a dramatic turn on Wednesday as the Federal High Court physically inspected the sprawling facility hidden inside a remote forest in Mowe, Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State. The visit came as the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intensified…
