Newly appointed Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named his inaugural squad for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, blending established stars, returning veterans, and fresh faces in a bid to revive the team’s faltering campaign. Nigeria currently sits third in Group C after a winless start (two draws) under previous management, heightening
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL) objection to a ₦100 billion import licence lawsuit filed by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals.In his ruling, Justice Inyang Ekwo stated that NNPCL failed to submit a counter-affidavit to refute Dangote Refinery’s claims and instead filed a preliminary objection, which
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised concerns over a looming shortage of HIV medications in Nigeria, Haiti, Kenya, Lesotho, South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Ukraine following the United States’ decision to halt foreign aid. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus warned that this disruption could jeopardize millions of
Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, commenced rigorous training in Kigali on Tuesday ahead of a pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda, aiming to revive their faltering campaign in Group C. Captain William Troost-Ekong emphasized the urgency of focus and unity as the squad began preparations. “We’re here to deliver results. Every
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has projected that aircraft ordered in 2024 may not be delivered until 2040 due to the worsening shortage of aircraft worldwide. This revelation was made over the weekend in a report published on IATA’s website, which reviewed the ongoing capacity challenges facing the aviation sector. IATA’s Director-General, Willie Walsh,
Nigeria is plagued by merchants of death, including bandits, kidnappers, ritual killers, and producers of fake and substandard goods. These criminals deserve severe punishment, including life imprisonment. The recent crackdown by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on counterfeit and expired drugs highlights the grave danger they pose. Over six
The Coalition for the Immortalisation of Prof. Humphrey Nwosu has urged the Federal Government to honour the late former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC) for his pivotal role in overseeing the historic June 12, 1993, presidential election. Describing Nwosu as a “distinguished scholar” and a “renowned political scientist,” the coalition emphasized his remarkable
Global financial markets tumbled on Tuesday as escalating Israeli airstrikes on Gaza heightened geopolitical tensions, triggering a selloff on Wall Street and driving gold prices to record highs. The downturn coincided with the U.S. Federal Reserve’s critical monetary policy meeting, adding to economic uncertainty. Middle East Tensions Fuel Market DeclineAccording to Reuters, the latest wave
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas as the administrator of Rivers State. His appointment follows the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Deputy Governor Mrs. Ngozi Odu for six months. Before assuming this role, Ibas served as the 22nd Chief of the Naval Staff, a position he held until 2021. Key Facts About
The Federal Government is ramping up efforts to extend technological innovation beyond Nigeria’s key hubs, Lagos and Abuja, by empowering grassroots communities to develop solutions for real-world challenges. Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), reaffirmed this commitment during the iHatch Cohort 4 Onsite Training for Hub Managers in Abuja last
