The planned US troops withdrawal from Nigeria does not mean Washington is abandoning Abuja, according to the Defence Headquarters. The military said the departure of about 200 American personnel is linked to specific operational and counterterrorism objectives and should be seen as a routine adjustment rather than a breakdown in relations. The distinction matters because…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles came from a goal down to beat Madagascar on Matchday 1 of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. With the Nigerian football faithful still smarting from the disappointment of missing two consecutive FIFA World Cups, the win was necessary as the team campaign for an appearance at the tournament to be…
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has rejected a claim by Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike that the Federal Government gave Oyo State ₦50 billion to support the upgrade of the Ibadan Airport. The disagreement, which emerged on September 22, has added another public dispute to the increasingly complicated political relationship between the two former…
Babcock University has publicly distanced itself from a certificate shared by Nigerian streamer and comedian Carter Efe, declaring the document fake, unauthorized, and not issued by the institution. The clarification comes after the content creator posted what he described as proof that he graduated with a “First Class Upper” in Biochemistry, reigniting online debates sparked…
Manchester City supporters are making a fresh case for Erling Haaland Ballon d’Or 2026 recognition, pointing to a season in which the Norwegian combined major club output with a standout World Cup campaign. The debate is less about one statistic and more about how Haaland’s full season compares with the other leading names on the…
Diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran have taken a significant step forward after the first round of Switzerland-mediated talks ended with what negotiators described as encouraging progress. Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan announced that both sides agreed on a roadmap aimed at reaching a final agreement within 60 days. The discussions, held in…
The conflict between the United States and Iran has intensified dramatically after Iran reinforced restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a fresh wave of U.S. military action and raising fears of a wider regional conflict and prolonged disruption to global energy supplies. In a major military first, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) deployed Corsair unmanned…
Arsenal and Hamburger SV are continuing negotiations over a permanent transfer for Fábio Vieira, with both clubs now trying to find a fee that works for them. The Portuguese midfielder impressed during his loan spell in Germany, scoring seven goals and providing five assists in 29 Bundesliga appearances. Hamburg initially had a buy option worth…
Sabrina Carpenter has added another major streaming milestone to her rapidly growing career after her hit single “Tears” officially surpassed 500 million streams on Spotify. The achievement makes it the 11th song in her catalogue to reach the landmark on the platform, further cementing her status as one of pop music’s biggest stars. Released as…
At least 26 people have been killed and more than 100 others remain missing after devastating flash floods triggered by heavy monsoon rains swept through eastern Afghanistan, leaving widespread destruction and prompting fears that the death toll could rise further. The mountainous province of Nuristan has been the worst affected by the disaster. Torrential rainfall…
