Manchester United have officially unveiled their 2026/27 away kit, introducing a sleek navy-blue design inspired by the club’s iconic 1988 away shirt and the flowing waters of Manchester’s River Irwell. The adidas-designed jersey features a textured navy base with bold red shoulder stripes, a modern V-neck collar, the classic red devil crest, and Snapdragon as…
Dolly Parton, the legendary American country music singer, songwriter and actress, has died at 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Parton died peacefully in Nashville on August 25, surrounded by loved ones, according to her representatives. Her death has sparked tributes from fans and fellow entertainers around the world, bringing an end to one…
Nigerian troops have rescued 10 of the 11 students and teachers abducted during a deadly attack on a secondary school in Lassa, Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State, after a swift military operation involving ground forces and air support. The attack occurred on Monday morning while students were sitting for the National Examinations Council…
Global financial markets fell on Wednesday as investors reacted to rising uncertainty around major technology companies, persistent inflation pressures, and expectations over central bank policy decisions in the United States and Europe. Asian and European stock markets recorded losses as traders moved away from riskier assets, especially technology shares that have driven most of the…
Nigeria’s economy received a modest boost on Monday as the naira remained relatively stable in the official foreign exchange market while major fuel suppliers announced fresh reductions in petrol depot prices following Federal Government intervention. The naira continued to trade within a stable range at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), reflecting sustained liquidity and…
The Federal Reserve has purchased up to $5.179 billion in short-term US Treasury bills, but the headline figure is creating more excitement in financial markets than the operation itself may warrant. The New York Fed’s operation on August 11 targeted Treasury bills maturing in roughly one to four months. It is part of the Fed’s…
The NNPC profit after tax 2025 has climbed by 33 percent to ₦7.2 trillion, even though the company’s revenue fell during the year as crude oil prices declined and petroleum product volumes dropped. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited announced the audited results on Tuesday, September 29, showing a sharp rise from the ₦5.4 trillion…
Iran, Oman and Saudi Arabia have stepped up diplomatic efforts to strengthen regional security and maritime cooperation in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, as Gulf nations seek to safeguard one of the world’s busiest energy shipping routes. The discussions come amid efforts to maintain stability following months of heightened tensions in the Middle East….
Nollywood is mourning filmmaker Dimbo Atiya, who has died at 52. His passing is a major loss not only because of the films and television series he directed and produced, but because of the space he created for Northern Nigerian stories, actors and production talent within the wider Nigerian entertainment industry. Born in Nasarawa and…
Manchester United and Arsenal are both keeping a close eye on Ollie Watkins, with the Aston Villa striker emerging as one of the Premier League’s most sought-after forwards as the summer transfer window enters its final stages. According to reports, United are considering a move for the 30-year-old England international if Joshua Zirkzee leaves the…
