By Izuchukwu Okosi Lionel Messi was the undoubted star of the show Monday evening as Argentina overcame Austria 2-0 to remain unbeaten in the FIFA World Cup in eight matches of the FIFA World Cup. The star who turns 39 on Wednesday thus became the leading top scorer in the history of the tournament with…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that he will step down as both Prime Minister and Labour Party leader after facing mounting pressure from within his party. Starmer’s resignation comes less than two years after Labour’s historic 2024 election victory, which ended 14 years of Conservative rule. However, his leadership faced growing criticism over…
Popular Nigerian TikTok personalities Peller and Jarvis have taken a major step in their relationship after Peller reportedly paid Jarvis’ bride price during a traditional family ceremony in Edo State. The event, which took place on June 21, 2026, saw the couple dressed in traditional outfits as they celebrated with family members. Videos from the…
Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has resurfaced in a new video, claiming responsibility for recent attacks on security personnel and renewing calls for negotiations with the Nigerian government. In the footage reportedly recorded on June 20, 2026, Turji alleged that fighters under his command carried out attacks against security forces operating in parts of Sokoto…
Seven-time Wimbledon Open champion Serena Williams has gleefully accepted a wildcard invitation to the competition nearly four years after her last singles match at the 2022 US Open. The American tennis star will also partner her sister – Venus – in the doubles events. The sisters won a record-equalling six doubles titles at SW19. The…
Nigerian social commentator and activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has confirmed that he received an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over a petition concerning his financial activities and funding arrangements. The development follows a complaint reportedly submitted by legal practitioner Blessing Agbomhere, requesting an investigation into the financial…
By Izuchukwu Okosi European champions Spain romped to a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia Sunday evening in Atlanta in their second Group H game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Lamine Yamal scored inside 10 minutes of the game which was his first start in the tournament. The Barcelona star was a second half substitute…
By Izuchukwu Okosi The Netherlands became leaders of Group F in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dominant 5-1 thumping of Sweden on Saturday evening at the Houston Stadium, reports Newslegend. The Dutch team and forward Cody Gakpo’s second goal was the 100th of the ongoing 2026 World Cup in the USA, Mexico and…
Former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has been acquitted by a London court after a jury found her not guilty of all bribery-related charges brought against her. The verdict brings an end to a high-profile case that lasted more than a decade and attracted international attention over allegations linked to Nigeria’s oil industry. Alison-Madueke, who…
Voting has commenced across Ekiti State as residents take part in the 2026 governorship election, with early reports showing the arrival of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials and election materials at several polling units. Some locations recorded strong voter presence, including areas linked to incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji. The election pits the ruling All…
