Okundaye Achieves Historic Feat, Becomes Nigeria’s Youngest Chartered Accountant
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Sixteen-year-old Osasere Okundaye has etched her name in Nigeria’s history books after becoming the country’s youngest chartered accountant, a remarkable achievement that has earned her widespread praise, including commendation from the Federal Government. In a statement released on Monday, the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, hailed Okundaye’s accomplishment as a shining […]
FHC Judgement On NDC Is Suffering From Political “Kwashiorkor, Ebola”, Declares Ogbidi
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting A leading House of Representatives aspirant for the Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben Federal Constituency on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Comrade Emmanuel Ogbidi, has launched a scathing attack on the recent Federal High Court (FHC) judgment affecting the party, describing the ruling as one afflicted by “political […]
Manchester City Appoint Enzo Maresca as Guardiola’s Successor
Manchester City on Monday, June 29, 2026, confirmed the appointment of Italian coach Enzo Maresca as the club’s new manager, succeeding Pep Guardiola. The 46-year-old signed a three-year contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2029. Speaking after his unveiling, Maresca described the opportunity to lead the Premier League […]
Strike Looms as ASUU Gives Edo, Delta, Ondo Governors July Ultimatum
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Benin Zone, on Monday, June 29, 2026, threatened to shut down academic activities indefinitely across seven state-owned universities in Edo, Delta and Ondo states if the 2025 Federal Government/ASUU Agreement is not implemented in the July salary payment. The affected institutions are Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma; Adekunle Ajasin University, […]
APC Rep Seeks Rival’s Disqualification Over Ekiti Primary Eligibility Dispute
A member of the House of Representatives, Kolawole Akinlayo, has called on the leadership of the All Progressives Congress to enforce the provisions of Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, by disqualifying the declared winner of the party’s primary election for Ekiti North Federal Constituency II. Akinlayo, who represents Moba/Ilejemeje/Ido Osi Federal Constituency, made […]
Canada Stun South Africa In Stoppage Time, Advance To World Cup Round Of 16
Stephen Eustáquio produced what may be the biggest moment in Canadian men’s soccer history on Sunday, scoring in the 92nd minute to give Canada a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Africa in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32.
Nigerian Football In Mourning As Ex-Bendel Insurance Coach Akpokona Dies
Akpokona passed away on Friday,June 26, 2026 after battling with a protracted illness that left him bedridden for months.
AAU-Ekpoma, Adekunle Ajasin Versity, Others May Shut Down Over Alleged Breach Of 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Benin Zone, has vowed to shut down Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma; Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko; Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa; Delta State University, Abraka; University of Delta, Agbor; Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba; and Southern Delta University, Ozoro over alleged breaches of the 2025 FGN/ASUU agreement.
C-River Govt Defends Health Sector Record, Faults CNPP Criticism
The government said the administration of Governor Bassey Edet Otu, inherited challenges in the health sector but had embarked on deliberate reforms aimed at rebuilding healthcare infrastructure.
Seven Cross River Communities Develop Action Plans To Sustain GBV Response – GADA
The communities developed work plans covering activities from June to December 2026, with focus on sensitisation campaigns, advocacy visits, stakeholder engagements and awareness programmes in schools, markets, churches and other public spaces.