President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate global technology companies, including Google, Meta and X, over allegations of anti-competitive practices and the unauthorised use of content belonging to Nigerian media organisations. The directive follows a petition submitted to the Presidency by the […]
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UEFA Slams FIFA Over Balogun Ban Reversal, Says World Cup Decision ‘Crossed A Red Line’
European football governing body UEFA has strongly criticised FIFA’s controversial decision to suspend the one-match ban imposed on United States forward Folarin Balogun, describing the move as a dangerous precedent that threatens the integrity of football’s rules. The dispute erupted ahead of the United States’ FIFA World Cup Round of […]
Russian Athletics Federation Disappointed as World Athletics Extends Ban
Russia Calls World Athletics Ban ‘Discriminatory’ After Extension of Athlete ExclusionThe Russian Athletics Federation has expressed disappointment over World Athletics’ decision to maintain its ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes, describing the move as discriminatory and unjustified. World Athletics announced on Friday that the sanctions imposed on athletes from both […]
Argentina Survive Cape Verde Scare to Reach World Cup Round of 16
Defending champions Argentina were pushed to the limit by tournament debutants Cape Verde before securing a dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 encounter on Friday. The South American giants narrowly avoided one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history as Cape Verde […]
Court Affirms David Mark as ADC National Chairman, Dismisses Abejide’s Suit
The Federal High Court in Abuja has affirmed former Senate President, Senator David Mark, as the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), bringing to an end a legal challenge against the party’s current leadership structure. In a judgment delivered on Thursday, Justice Musa Liman dismissed a suit filed […]
2027: Atiku appoints Kenneth Okonkwo as spokesperson.
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate for the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, has appointed Nollywood actor turned politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, as spokesperson for his 2027 presidential campaign. The appointment comes weeks after Okonkwo openly criticised the choice of Rotimi Amaechi as the party vice presidential candidate, arguing […]
Court Grants Sowore ₦200m Bail, Orders Surrender of International Passport
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to human rights activist, publisher and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, in the sum of ₦200 million over allegations bordering on cybercrime. Justice Mohammed Umar, who delivered the ruling on Tuesday, ordered Sowore to provide […]
Paraguay Eliminate Four-Time Champions Germany After Shootout Drama
Paraguay pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, eliminating four-time champions Germany on penalties after a dramatic 1-1 draw in their Round of 32 clash, on Monday. The South Americans made a bright start and took the lead in the first half through Julio […]
Iran Warns Against Unapproved Shipping Routes in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has cautioned that the use of shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz without Tehran’s approval could further destabilise an already fragile security situation in the Middle East. Araghchi issued the warning on Sunday during an official visit to Baghdad, Iraq, where he discussed regional […]
WHO: Europe Heatwave Claims Over 1,300 Lives Since June 21
The World Health Organization has reported that more than 1,300 excess deaths have occurred across Europe since June 21 as an intense heatwave continues to grip large parts of the continent. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus described heat stress as a “silent killer,” warning that much of Europe’s infrastructure was […]