Fresh reports emerging from the Middle East suggest that the United States may have approved the release of $3 billion in previously frozen Iranian assets as part of diplomatic efforts to halt recent hostilities between Iran and Israel. According to reports carried by Israeli broadcaster Kann and later echoed by media outlets affiliated with Iran’s…
Seplat Energy has announced a significant leadership transition that will see renowned businessman and investor Tony O. Elumelu assume the role of Chairman of the Board from January 1, 2027, marking a new chapter in the company’s growth journey. The announcement forms part of a broader succession plan designed to strengthen governance, ensure leadership continuity,…
Former France international Lassana Diarra has reached an agreement with FIFA and the Belgian Football Association, bringing an end to a lengthy legal battle that has significantly influenced football’s global transfer system. The settlement concludes a dispute in which Diarra had sought compensation amounting to 65 million euros, following years of legal proceedings that ultimately…
Award-winning Somali referee Omar Artan, who was set to make history as the first official from Somalia to officiate at a FIFA World Cup, has reportedly been denied entry into the United States despite holding a valid visa. The development has sparked concern within Somalia’s football community and among sports officials, especially as Artan was…
The Nigeria Police Force has released footage from the operation that led to the rescue of Busayo John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, days after they were abducted by gunmen in Ibadan, Oyo State. The video, made public on Sunday, provides a…
The Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled that the National Assembly’s controversial N110 billion vehicle procurement and allowance scheme was unlawful, describing the expenditure as a violation of procurement regulations, constitutional principles, and public trust. In a landmark judgment, Justice Yellim Bogoro held that the spending of N40 billion on 465 vehicles for federal…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has called on traditional rulers across Yorubaland to harness ancestral values and traditional institutions in the fight against banditry, kidnapping, and other forms of insecurity threatening communities in the region. The revered monarch made the appeal during the grand finale of the 2026 Ifa Festival, where he expressed…
Manchester United have reportedly finalized an agreement to sign Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Italian side Atalanta, marking a major step in the club’s efforts to strengthen its midfield ahead of the new season. The Premier League giants entered the summer transfer window determined to reshape the heart of their squad following the departure of veteran…
U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed that his administration is exploring a plan that could allow Americans to benefit directly from the rapid growth of artificial intelligence by giving the public indirect ownership stakes in leading AI companies. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said discussions are underway regarding potential government investments in…
Ireland has officially moved to bar two senior Israeli government ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, from entering the country, marking another significant diplomatic response to controversial statements and actions linked to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The travel ban was confirmed by Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin, who said the decision was being implemented by…
