General news.
George Weah says Kylian Mbappe is “far superior” to Lamine Yamal, praising the France captain’s consistency while urging the young Spain star to continue his development patiently.
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Zlatan Ibrahimovic says Kylian Mbappe has the ego of a goalscorer, while Ousmane Dembele and Michael Olise are selfless players whose combination strengthens France’s attacking threat.
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Harry Kane scored twice as England fought back from an early deficit to defeat DR Congo 2-1, booking a place in the World Cup Round of 16 against co-hosts Mexico.
The Wike-aligned PDP faction denied plans to adopt Goodluck Jonathan as its 2027 presidential candidate, insisting Sandy Onor remains its nominee and urging security agencies to investigate the reports.
President Bola Tinubu said Nigeria’s economy is recovering and states no longer struggle to pay salaries, crediting reforms, improved revenues, infrastructure projects and growing agricultural opportunities nationwide.
Victor Umeh, Tony Nwoye and Ebuka Onunkwo won NDC senatorial tickets in Anambra primaries, as party leaders praised the peaceful, transparent process ahead of the 2027 elections.
Delta Police arrested two suspects during a stop-and-search operation, recovering a pump-action gun, live cartridge and daggers, while confirming ongoing investigations into possible links to armed robbery activities.
NAFDAC shut 16 sachet water factories in Rivers State over poor hygiene, expired licences and illegal operations, warning producers to comply with regulations or face enforcement and possible prosecution.
A PDP faction denied reports of plans to endorse former President Goodluck Jonathan for 2027, calling the claims false, unauthorised, and urging security agencies to investigate their source.
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas praised President Tinubu’s reforms as bold and stabilising, citing economic growth, rising reserves, increased investment and infrastructure gains, while urging continuity of the administration’s policies beyond 2027.
Abducted Oyo principal Alamu Folawe urged President Tinubu and Governor Makinde to negotiate with kidnappers instead of using force, saying 13-day captivity with pupils has become life-threatening.
Defence Minister Christopher Musa called alleged coup plotters against President Tinubu reckless and disorganised, saying civilians could have stopped them, while insisting the ongoing court martial is transparent and justified.
NSIB is investigating a collision between MV Maersk Valparaiso and MT Lady Martina in Rivers State, collecting navigational data and crew testimonies to determine causes and improve maritime safety.
The Nigerian Correctional Service denied claims that a Kuje inmate was robbed of N120m, calling the allegation false, stating no record exists and all searches followed standard procedures.
The Nigerian Baptist Convention condemned the abduction of 46 persons in Oyo, including children and teachers, urging stronger security measures, state police creation and intensified efforts to rescue victims safely.
