Iran Will Play World Cup Matches in the U.S, Confirms FIFA
Speaking on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, during halftime of a friendly match between Iran and Costa Rica in Antalya, Infantino told AFP: “Iran will be at the World Cup. That’s why we’re here. We’re delighted because they’re a very, very strong team. I’m very happy.”
Just In: Bauchi Gov Bala Muhammed in Talk to Join ADC
The African Democratic Congress is set to have its first Governor as Bauchi Governor Bala Muhammed is planning to dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and join the ADC.
Ghana Sacks Coach Otto Addo Weeks Before World Cup
The Ghana Football Association has sacked head coach Otto Addo with immediate effect, despite successfully guiding the national team to qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Tinubu Approves New Satellites as Nigeria Marks 20 Years in Space at Satellite Week 2026
NIGCOMSAT Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen announced the presidential approval at the opening ceremony of the event themed “Harnessing Space Technology for an Extraordinary Nigeria.” “This approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a clear demonstration of Nigeria’s recognition of space as a driver of national development and sovereignty,” she said.
Tinubu Approves New Satellites as Nigeria Marks 20 Years in Space at Satellite Week 2026
NIGCOMSAT Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen announced the presidential approval at the opening ceremony of the event themed “Harnessing Space Technology for an Extraordinary Nigeria.” “This approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a clear demonstration of Nigeria’s recognition of space as a driver of national development and sovereignty,” she said.
No ‘Igbo King’ Coronation Took Place in South Africa — Nigerian High Commission Clarifies
The High Commission emphasized that no coronation occurred and none was intended, contradicting narratives circulating in the public space.
NELFUND Disburses N1.3 Billion in Student Loans to 17,599 ABU Beneficiaries for 2026 Academic Year
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed a total of N1,301,584,250 to Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in Kaduna State for the 2026 academic year with 17,599 students across the institution benefiting from the federal government’s student loan scheme.
Toyin Abraham Unfollows Funke Akindele After Public Snub at Iyabo Ojo’s Movie Premiere
Toyin had first greeted Iyabo Ojo who was sitting at the same table and received a warm response before turning to Funke. After Funke’s cold silence
NCC Orders Telcos to Compensate Subscribers for Poor Network Service
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed Mobile Network Operators to compensate subscribers in areas where network quality falls below prescribed standards. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Sunday, 29th of March , 2026 by the NCC’s Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha.
Namibia Government Slashes Fuel Levies by 50% for Citizens
Namibia’s government will temporarily reduce fuel levies by 50 percent for at least three months until the end of June in a bid to protect consumers from higher pump prices as the US-Israeli war with Iran continues, the energy minister announced on Friday March 27, 2026.