Breaking: Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Four Other Political PartiesThe Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister five political parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC), over their failure to meet constitutional electoral performance requirements.
The other political parties affected by the court order are the Action Peoples Party (APP), Action Alliance (AA), Accord Party (AP), and Zenith Labour Party (ZLP). The ruling was delivered by Justice Peter Lifu following a suit instituted by the National Forum of Former Legislators, which challenged the continued registration of the parties despite what […]
UK Moves to Bar Under-16s From Social Media
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday announced plans to ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, citing growing concerns over the impact of online content on young people’s mental health and safety. Speaking on June 15, 2026, Starmer said the proposed measure would block under-16s from using major social […]
Catholic Diocese Honours Otti as Governor Unveils Plans to Rebuild Key Aba Roads
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has announced plans to commence the reconstruction of Uratta Road and Old Express Road in Aba, as part of efforts to complete the recovery of the state’s commercial hub. Otti made the announcement on Sunday during a special Mass held at Christ the King Catholic Church, Aba, where the Catholic […]
Oil Slumps, Global Stocks Rally as US-Iran Peace Deal Reopens Hormuz
Global oil prices fell sharply while stock markets surged on Monday after the United States and Iran announced a deal to end their three-month conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of prolonged disruptions to global energy supplies. The agreement, first announced by mediator Pakistan, is expected to be formally signed in Switzerland […]
World Cup: Amad’s Late Heroics Lift Côte d’Ivoire Over Ecuador
A dramatic 90th-minute strike from World Cup debutant Amad Diallo propelled Côte d’Ivoire to a thrilling 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their Group E opener at Philadelphia Stadium. Coming off the bench in the second half, the Manchester United winger provided the decisive moment in a fiercely contested match that had previously been defined by […]
World Cup: Isak, Gyökeres Stars as Sweden Humiliate Tunisia in Group F opener
Sweden made an emphatic start to their 2026 World Cup campaign, thrashing Tunisia 5-1 in their Group F opener at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, with Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres combining to devastating effect. Two superb long-range strikes from Yasin Ayari sandwiched goals from Isak, Gyökeres and Mattias Svanberg in a performance that sent a […]
Edo: Gunmen Abduct Woman As Husband Narrowly Escapes
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting A woman who visited the popular Vegetable Market along Airport Road in Benin City, Edo State, on Sunday has reportedly been abducted by suspected gunmen. According to a viral video circulating online, the woman was at the market with her husband and children when the armed men stormed the area in a […]
World Cup: Germany Put Seven Past Curaçao in Group E Opener
Germany made an emphatic start to their 2026 World Cup campaign on Sunday, 14th of June, thrashing debutants Curaçao 7-1 in their Group E opener at Houston Stadium on Sunday. Kai Havertz scored twice while Musiala, Brown contributed to multiple goals as the heavy favorites overwhelmed the World Cup newcomers . Felix Nmecha opened the […]
Ajayi, Ogazi Crowned NCAA Champions in Historic Performances
Nigerian athletes Kayinsola Ajayi and Samuel Ogazi delivered standout performances to claim the men’s 100m and 400m titles respectively at the 2026 NCAA Outdoor Championships held on Friday, June 12, at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, United States. Representing Auburn University, Ajayi blazed to victory in the men’s 100m final, clocking a wind-assisted 9.72 seconds […]
Marquinhos Targets World Cup Glory, Admits 2026 May Be His Last Chance
Brazil captain Marquinhos says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be his final opportunity to lift football’s most coveted trophy, as the Seleção chase a record-extending sixth world title in North America. The 32-year-old centre-back, who recently won back-to-back UEFA Champions League titles with Paris Saint-Germain, believes Brazil have the quality and experience to translate […]