Nigeria’s Federal Government, along with state and local authorities, has received a total allocation of ₦1.659 trillion from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) for revenue accrued in May 2025, officials confirmed on Wednesday. The revenue breakdown was made public following FAAC’s monthly meeting held in Abuja, with Bawa Mokwa, Director of Press and Public…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has categorically denied media reports suggesting it has registered two new political parties in Nigeria. The commission made the clarification in a statement posted to its verified social media account on Wednesday, describing the information being shared by some online sources as “fake news.” INEC referenced the specific claims…
The Police Command in Abuja has launched an urgent investigation after a woman was found dead in a hotel under mysterious circumstances, sparking widespread public concern. The incident came to light after a viral video surfaced online, showing the woman—later identified as Aladi Johnson (also known as Tessy)—found unconscious in a hotel room in Gwarinpa,…
President Bola Tinubu has ordered Nigeria’s top security chiefs to apprehend those responsible for the recent massacre of more than 100 civilians in Yelewata, a farming community in Benue State. The President issued the order during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Makurdi on Wednesday. Addressing a gathering that included traditional rulers, former governors, and regional…
Liverpool FC are reportedly in discussions over an audacious swap deal that would see them land Victor Osimhen from Napoli, with Darwin Núñez and Federico Chiesa heading in the opposite direction. The Reds, who recently clinched their 20th English top-flight title, are planning a significant reshuffle of their forward line under newly appointed head coach…
Reigning La Liga champions FC Barcelona have bolstered their goalkeeping ranks with the acquisition of Joan García from city rivals Espanyol, securing the 24-year-old shot-stopper for €25 million under the terms of his release clause. García has committed his future to Barça until 2031, in a transfer that has stirred the rivalry between the two…
Pep Guardiola has taken the unprecedented step of personally appointing Bernardo Silva as Manchester City’s new captain, signalling a shake-up in the club’s leadership as the new season approaches. Guardiola, who traditionally allows the squad to vote for their skipper, said he acted due to dissatisfaction with the dressing room dynamics during the previous campaign….
Nigeria’s Raphael Onyedika is at the centre of a brewing transfer tussle between Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United, as both Premier League clubs look to strengthen their squads ahead of the 2025/26 season. The 24-year-old midfielder has earned widespread praise for his commanding displays with Club Brugge, particularly during last season’s UEFA Champions League,…
Turkish giants Trabzonspor are closing in on a permanent deal for Nigerian forward Paul Onuachu, following a productive loan spell in which he netted 15 goals in 21 matches during the 2024/25 season. Sources familiar with the matter suggest the two clubs are nearing an agreement, with Trabzonspor offering €5 million to sign the striker…
The National Sports Commission has honoured Nigerian stylist Joshua Aiyenuro Babatunde, famously known as Tjosh, after he shattered the world record for the longest professional hairdressing marathon, completed at Abuja’s National Stadium Velodrome. Tjosh embarked on the endurance challenge on 10 June 2025, and brought it to a successful finish on 17 June, capturing national…
