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IPOB warns members against defying Kanu’s authority on appointments
June 19, 2026 2:10 pm The Indigenous People of Biafra on Friday threatened disciplinary action against members it accused of undermining the authority of its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu, amid efforts to resolve a growing leadership dispute within the organisation. In a statement issued by its Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, the group warned…
Ekiti Poll: Police Threaten Strict Penalties For Electoral Offenders
The police have also concluded comprehensive security deployments and operational arrangements for the Ekiti State governorship election. FILE: Policemen Police authorities have warned of severe repercussions for electoral offenders during the Ekiti governorship polls. In a statement on Friday, the spokesman of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Anthony Placid, warned that anyone who undermines the…
Israel “firmly committed” to ceasefire in Lebanon, Israeli ambassador to US says
and Hezbollah to renew the cessation of hostilities. Earlier in the day, Hezbollah said in a statement to Qatar-based Al-Araby TV that they “will abide by the ceasefire if Israel abides by it.” Leiter is set to take part in next week’s talks between Israel and Lebanon in the newest round of diplomatic meetings between…
‘Na complete breakdown of my reputation’ – Alison-Madueke mention who dey behind her trial for UK
Read am in 5 mins Former Nigerian minister of petroleum resources Diezani Alison-Madueke say di corruption accusations wey she face break her reputation and integrity. Diezani say some cabals dey behind wetin happun to her and na sake of say she be di first female to hold high positions for di oil sector. For di…
US-Iran Deal Under Immediate Strain As Fighting Flares In Lebanon
The deal signed this week by President Donald Trump and his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian aims to end a war that began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes that killed supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Updated June 19, 2026 People make their way through the heavily damaged historic market of Nabatieh as residents displaced by…
Premier League Fixtures: Arsenal To Begin Title Defence Against Coventry
Arsenal will face FA Cup winners City in the Community Shield, which serves as the curtain raiser to the top-flight season, on August Updated June 19, 2026 The players pose with the trophy in front of their fans after the Premier League trophy presentation ceremony on the pitch after the English Premier League football match…
Xenophobia: FG to evacuate 742 Nigerians from South Africa
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, gave the assurance in a statement issued on Thursday, saying the Tinubu administration remains committed to protecting the lives and welfare of Nigerians abroad. According to the minister, the evacuation exercise is already in progress. The first batch of 258 Nigerians arrived in Lagos on June 11 and was…
Chinese envoy Yu Dunhai meets communication minister
The Chinese envoy who disclosed the development in a post on X, said collaboration in digital communications between China and Nigeria has delivered tangible benefits, strengthening Nigeria’s telecommunications infrastructure and empowering local communities and industries. Yu said: “Met with Dr. Bosun Tijani @bosuntijani, Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy at @FMCIDENigeria.” He…
FG approves US, Canada, 3 other international routes for United Nigeria Airlines
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has revealed that the federal government has approved between four and five international routes for United Nigeria Airlines, naming New York, Canada and Dubai among the destinations the carrier has now been cleared to fly. This comes as the airline unveiled two newly acquired Boeing 737-800NG aircraft. Speaking…
Switzerland Thrash Bosnia-Herzegovina, Take Big Step To World Cup Last 32
Murat Yakin’s side, targeting the knockout phase for a seventh successive major tournament, moved onto four points at the top of Group B and face co-hosts Canada next Wednesday. Switzerland’s midfielder #10 Granit Xhaka celebrates scoring his team’s fourth goal during the 2026 World Cup Group B football match between Switzerland and Bosnia and Herzegovina…
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