Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has admitted he is firmly in contention for the 2026 Ballon d’Or after a standout season for club and country. The England captain was speaking ahead of the official announcement of the award’s 30-man shortlist, with competition expected from the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Kane enjoyed an
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress ,NDC, Peter Obi, has defended his capacity to lead Nigeria, saying his record as governor of Anambra State demonstrates what he can achieve at the national level, while speaking on Arise News. Obi made the assertion while responding to comments by his former running mate, Yusuf Datti
The Presidency has dismissed criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, accusing the opposition of lacking fresh ideas on how to address Nigeria’s challenges. President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, on Monday declared that the President Bola Tinubu never promised Nigerians an “Eldorado” but made clear that his administration
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals have intensified operations against illegal mining activities across Nigeria as authorities move to strengthen regulatory compliance in the solid minerals sector. The specialised enforcement unit is increasing surveillance and enforcement activities nationwide, with operational teams in the South-West among those stepping up action against operators
A group has condemned an alleged threat by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, against traditional rulers in the state, describing the reported remarks as capable of undermining the independence and dignity of the traditional institution. The group expressed concern over comments attributed to the governor regarding the political neutrality of traditional rulers, urging him to
A United States-based political advisory and lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has indicated that it may present video material as part of the ongoing controversy surrounding records connected to alleged drug trafficking claims involving President Bola Tinubu. The firm made the disclosure in a post published on its verified X account on Monday, saying it was
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has announced the death of its University Bursar, Mallam Nasiru Gusau Marafa, who was reportedly shot while returning from Gusau, Zamfara State. The university, in a statement issued by the Registrar and Secretary to Council, Oladipo Adetayo Ajayi, said Marafa died on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The
An Egyptian television presenter, Sarah Khalifa, 39, has been sentenced to death by hanging alongside 11 other defendants after a Cairo court convicted them in a major narcotics case involving more than 750 kilogrammes of drugs. The Cairo Criminal Court found the defendants guilty of forming and operating an organised criminal group involved in procuring
The Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Mrs Nonye Ayeni, has disclosed that the Council is equipping civil servants approaching retirement with export business skills to enable them to establish sustainable livelihoods after leaving public service. Ayeni said the initiative was designed to help retiring workers prepare early for life
A coalition of elders and supporters of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has commenced grassroots mobilisation in Kano ahead of the 2027 presidential election, pledging to leverage their influence within families and communities to promote what they described as responsible political participation. The elders made the declaration during a one-day town hall meeting on Saturday,