General news.
Morocco defender Mohamed Chibi mocked Senegal on social media following their World Cup exit to Belgium, reigniting tensions between both nations amid the unresolved AFCON title dispute.
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Leandro Trossard became the sixth Arsenal player to record an assist at the 2026 World Cup after helping Belgium defeat Senegal, extending the Gunners’ remarkable creative influence at the tournament.
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Brazil midfielder Lucas Paqueta will miss Sunday’s World Cup last-16 clash against Norway after suffering a hamstring injury, dealing a major setback to Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.
Grenada has approved visa-free entry for Nigerian passport holders and is awaiting reciprocal action from Nigeria, in a move set to boost trade, tourism and investment between both countries.
Tension has gripped Nasarawa State as angry residents burnt Governor Abdullahi Sule's 2027 senatorial campaign posters in a public show of frustration over his political ambitions and endorsement of a preferred successor.
The UN has urged stronger action to secure schools in Nigeria, calling for safe learning environments, improved security response, and the immediate release of abducted students and teachers.
The Emir of Argungu has urged residents to legally acquire arms for self-defence against bandits, stressing vigilance, intelligence sharing, and cautioning against revenge attacks and unlawful violence.
Bode George has faulted Pastor Adeboye’s 90-day ultimatum to security chiefs, insisting that responsibility for Nigeria’s insecurity lies with President Bola Tinubu, not the Service Chiefs.
The US Senate has approved $70bn in funding for Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agenda, advancing a major bill that expands ICE and Border Patrol operations despite internal Republican disagreements.
Bauchi police have arrested five suspected kidnappers and rescued two victims after a coordinated intelligence-led operation involving security forces and local vigilantes in Alkaleri LGA.
Nigeria plans to repatriate over 1,000 citizens from South Africa as rising xenophobic tensions and anti-immigrant violence spark renewed concerns across the continent.
Solomon Dalung says greed and personal ambition have fractured Nigeria’s opposition coalition, warning that regional politics and political fragmentation could create confusion ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned Peter Obi that Rabiu Kwankwaso may undermine his 2027 presidential ambition, alleging that the former Kano governor is pursuing personal political interests.
The Anambra State Government has arraigned eight pastors accused of violating the 2025 Homeland Security Law, as authorities intensify efforts to curb alleged deceptive religious practices and protect residents.
Armed bandits invaded an Ondo community, abducted a pastor’s nine-year-old son, damaged buildings, and fled. Security operatives have launched a coordinated operation to rescue the child and arrest suspects.
