Palmer Stars as Chelsea Win Xabi Alonso’s First League Game
Cole Palmer produced a standout performance as Chelsea defeated Fulham 3-2 at Craven Cottage in Xabi Alonso’s first Premier League match as the club’s manager. The 24-year-old midfielder scored Chelsea’s third goal with a composed finish after nutmegging Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno and also created several chances during an impressive attacking display. Palmer played a […]
Kwara NUJ Members Seek Review of Journalists’ Suspension
Members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Kwara State have urged the union’s national leadership to review the suspension of three journalists, insisting that due process and fair hearing should be upheld. The NUJ National Executive Council suspended Dare Akogun, Mosunmola Ayobami and Adamu Usman Sabi during its meeting in Dutse, Jigawa State, […]
INTERPOL Targets Criminal Networks in West Africa Crackdown
The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) has pledged to intensify efforts to disrupt organised criminal networks and cut off their financial operations across West Africa. INTERPOL’s Director of the Financial Crime Centre, Tomonobu Kaya, said the organisation is targeting the illicit financial flows that sustain organised crime in the region. In a statement, Kaya said […]
FCT Police Deny Viral Kidney Trafficking Claims in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed viral social media reports claiming it confirmed widespread kidney trafficking involving young residents of Mararaba, Nyanya, Karu and other parts of Abuja. The command described the claims as false and urged residents to disregard the publication. The rumour originated from a Facebook post by a user […]
Kwara APC Ward Chairmen Reaffirm Support for AbdulRazaq
Ward chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara Central have reaffirmed their support for Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, insisting that Senator Saliu Mustapha’s defection will not weaken the party in the senatorial district. The 51 ward chairmen made the declaration during a meeting in Ilorin, where they pledged their continued loyalty to the governor […]
Fuel Subsidy Removal: Contributors Urge FG to Protect Nigerians
Two contributors on the Standpoint programme, Comrade Haruna Usman and Comrade Lanre Osho, have called on the Federal Government to review the impact of fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians, particularly its effect on the cost of living. Speaking on the programme hosted by Bukola Omosewo, Usman said he disagreed with the argument […]
Fuel Subsidy Alone Won’t Decide 2027 Economy Debate — Sam Amadi
The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, Sam Amadi, has said the fuel subsidy debate alone will not determine which presidential candidate is best equipped to manage Nigeria’s economy ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Wednesday, Amadi said the subsidy issue is likely to […]
Tinubu Congratulates Hausa Community on Hausa Day
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Hausa community on the occasion of Hausa Day, describing the Hausa people as a vital force in Nigeria’s unity and development. In a message marking the celebration, Tinubu said the Hausa people have made significant contributions to the country’s progress and remain an important pillar of national cohesion. […]
Dangote Refinery Drives Sevenfold Rise in Nigeria’s Petroleum Exports
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has emerged as a major driver of Nigeria’s growing petroleum product exports, with seaborne shipments rising sevenfold since 2023, according to the United States Energy Information Administration (EIA). The EIA said Nigeria’s seaborne petroleum product shipments averaged 561,000 barrels per day in the second quarter of 2026, up sharply from an […]
Arsenal Close to €65m Martinelli Transfer to Al Hilal
Arsenal are in advanced talks with Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal over the transfer of Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli in a deal worth more than €65 million. The two clubs have reportedly reached a verbal agreement on the transfer package, which would become Arsenal’s biggest sale in the club’s history if completed. Martinelli’s representatives […]
