The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has strongly criticized the move by the US House of Representatives to impose sanctions on the group and other Nigerian organizations, following the US government’s designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) over alleged persecution of Christians. Speaking in Kano, Abdullahi Bakoji […]
The Kebbi State Government, led by Governor Nasir Idris, organized an interfaith prayer session in Birnin Kebbi on Saturday, seeking divine intervention to address the growing security challenges in the state and across Nigeria. Governor Idris, addressing the gathering, stated that the session was aimed at strengthening unity between Muslims and Christians and seeking […]
The Ekiti State Government on Saturday rewarded winners of the Ikogosi 17.5km marathon with a total of N15 million, including special prizes for indigenous competitors. The race, which started at Ilawe Ekiti and concluded at the iconic Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort, drew athletes from across the region. The award ceremony, held at the resort, […]
Manchester United snatched a last-gasp 2–2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, thanks to a powerful 96th-minute header from Dutch defender Matthijs de Ligt, in a pulsating Premier League encounter at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The result means both sides miss the chance to move up to second in the table, with Tottenham sitting […]
Elena Rybakina secured her most significant title since her 2022 Wimbledon triumph by defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 7-6(7/0) at the WTA Finals on Saturday. The world number six delivered a commanding performance, showcasing her powerful serving and sharp returning to outclass Sabalenka in straight sets. With this victory, Rybakina made history […]
The 27th edition of the Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) Games officially kicked off on Saturday at the University of Jos (UNIJOS), marking the beginning of a week-long festival of sportsmanship, culture, and national unity among Nigerian students. With the theme “Unity, Play in Peace,” this year’s event has drawn an impressive 4,181 athletes […]
Bayern Munich’s perfect start to the 2025/26 season came to an end on Saturday after Harry Kane struck a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser to salvage a 2–2 draw against a resilient Union Berlin side in the Bundesliga. The result ends Bayern’s remarkable 16-match winning run across all competitions, though the champions remain firmly atop the […]
Former Borno State Governor and ex-National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, has debunked a viral report alleging that he accused Vice President Kashim Shettima of creating the Boko Haram insurgency. In a statement released through his media office on Saturday, Sheriff described the publication titled “It’s Not Me, […]
Governor Charles Soludo, the incumbent Governor of Anambra State and candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has recorded a sweeping victory at his polling unit in the ongoing governorship election. Soludo, who cast his vote earlier in the day at Polling Unit 002, Umuezeadigo Street, Isuofia, in Aguata Local Government Area, secured […]
The governorship election in Anambra State recorded early tension in parts of Njikoka Local Government Area after the voter verification device malfunctioned, delaying accreditation for many older residents. The incident occurred on Saturday morning at a polling station in Nimo, where dozens of senior citizens who arrived before voting commenced were unable to complete […]
