At his peak as a global football icon of unparalleled skill and talent, the Brazilian government declared Pele a national treasure and he was even barred...
Nigeria stands at a delicate crossroads. The push toward a cashless economy is necessary, but sustainability depends on balancing efficiency with fairness. Lowering cumulative transaction costs...
King Charles addresses Congress for the first time since 1991, stressing liberty and equality during a tense US visit.
Humanitarianism must face this complicity if is going to retain any moral authority. Commitment on inclusion cannot merely be rhetorical. It has to be a non-negotiable...
Government must urgently confront insecurity, fix the power sector, and implement policies that genuinely revive the economy. Seeking external support where necessary should not be dismissed...
Washington reviews Iran’s proposal on the Strait of Hormuz, with officials cautious about its terms amid stalled peace negotiations.
Ukraine’s President accuses Israel of handling grain “stolen” by Russia and says Kyiv will push for EU sanctions against involved parties.
Ghana ended negotiations with the US after tensions over data access requests, with officials saying the US team became “hostile” during talks.
Nigeria’s collapsed paper industry drives over ₦3.37 trillion in imports as analysts call for urgent reforms and investment in local production.
Aisha Achimugu says only $50,000 and N13m were found in her home, rejecting reports of a $13m EFCC recovery and links to Sanwo-Olu.
Nigeria stands at a crossroads. The professionals who dominate its political landscape have a choice to make by either continuing to treat politics as a survival...
Labour Party’s Peter Obi says his talks with ex-President Goodluck Jonathan centred on unity, security, and Nigeria’s direction ahead of 2027 polls.
Elye Wahi has been ruled out of Ivory Coast’s World Cup match against Germany after failing to secure entry into...
From Messi and Ronaldo’s sixth World Cup appearances to Mbappe becoming France’s top scorer, here are the biggest records broken...
FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe distances herself from the Senate report on Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension, saying she did not see or...
The NDC has defended its anti-defection policy and announced an exemption for presidential candidate Peter Obi and vice-presidential candidate Rabiu...
The naira depreciated to N1,405 per dollar in the parallel market and N1,361.5 per dollar in the official market, while...
Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili says state police alone cannot solve Nigeria’s insecurity, calling instead for comprehensive constitutional restructuring and...
A month after terrorists abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo State, the victims remain in captivity as families, community...
The Federal High Court in Lagos adjourned Jude Okoye's alleged N1.3bn fraud trial after Peter Okoye failed to appear for...
Austria opened their World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win while Jordan celebrated a historic first goal in the tournament.
The Argentina superstar equalled Miroslav Klose’s World Cup scoring record while dismissing the achievement as “just a statistic.”
Argentina captain Lionel Messi made history with his first World Cup hat-trick in Kansas City.
Thus, the issue extends beyond a single host nation. International sporting organizations, including FIFA, need to adopt clearer, more enforceable...
Koulibaly says several Senegal supporters were unable to travel to the United States because of restrictions affecting African nations.
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen says missing the 2026 World Cup is painful for him and his teammates.
When we discover that the challenges of greatness in sport are somehow intertwined with visa approvals and especially cross-border political...
Kai Havertz netted a brace as Germany overwhelmed Curacao 7-1, recording their first opening-match World Cup win since 2014.
Kai Havertz scored a brace in Germany’s 7-1 win over Curaçao to join Folarin Balogun at the top of the...
Julian Nagelsmann praised Germany’s intensity and attacking display after a dominant 7-1 win against Curacao in their World Cup opener.
Goals from Keito Nakamura, Daichi Kamada, Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville highlighted a pulsating 2-2 draw between Japan and...
