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The Christian Association of Nigeria on Sunday observed a nationwide Black Sunday in honour of victims of insecurity across the country, describing the situation as a national tragedy that has left countless families devastated by violence, terrorism, kidnapping and banditry. A message to Christians by CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said the observance was aimed at mourning the men, women, children, clergy, farmers, students and entire communities whose lives had been affected by the worsening security situation in the country. The association said, “Today, we are not only mourning; we are speaking with one voice. Our nation is bleeding, and…

By Favour Abalaka Award-winning Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has accused Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital, Victoria Island, Lagos, of negligence and actions she said had hindered investigations into the death of her twin son, Nkanu. In a post shared on Instagram on Saturday, Adichie alleged that the hospital had engaged in conduct aimed at delaying inquiries into the circumstances surrounding her son’s death. Nkanu, the 21-month-old son of the author, died on January 7, 2026, following a brief illness. Adichie, who published a letter she said she wrote to the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital, stated…

Former Super Eagles and Juventus midfielder Sunday Oliseh has identified what the Atlas Lions of Morocco lacked in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C opener against Brazil, Soccernet.ng reports. Carlo Ancelotti’s side fielded several big names like Casemiro, Alisson Becker, Vinicius Junior, Raphinha and Lucas Pacqueta, but the Moroccans didn’t flinch. Instead, the African Champions imposed themselves on the game, breaking the deadlock in the 21st minute through Ismael Saibari, who sent a delicate chip over Alisson. Ismael Saibari celebrates during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match between Brazil and Morocco. Copyright: ImagoxAllstarxPicturexLibraryxLtdx Get Our Sports News…

The National Pension Commission has intensified its enforcement drive to ensure nationwide compliance with the Contributory Pension Scheme by launching a specialised, high-level monitoring platform targeting non-compliant sub-national governments. The pension regulator inaugurated the maiden edition of its Bi-Annual Consultative Session for Heads of Service of states that are yet to fully adopt or implement the scheme. The initiative is part of an ongoing strategy to deepen pension reform at the sub-national level and secure a sustainable retirement future for public servants across all states of the Federation. The strategic session, which serves as a critical platform for high-level engagement…

Popular Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, better known as Odumodublvck, has shared his thoughts on what the Super Eagles could have achieved at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Morocco’s clash against Brazil, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles failed in their bid to qualify for the World Cup after losing to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the CAF playoff final last year, marking their second consecutive absence from football’s biggest tournament. Meanwhile, Morocco began their campaign in the competition with an entertaining 1-1 draw against Brazil on Saturday night as they began their quest to replicate their historic semifinal run from the 2022 World Cup. The Atlas Lions took the lead…

The Prayer and Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces and Other Security Agencies has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar (retd), who reportedly died while in the custody of kidnappers in Katsina State. In a statement issued on Friday by its Convener, Ambassador Mary Abayomi-Fatile, the group described the late senior military officer’s death as painful and disturbing, noting that he dedicated much of his life to defending Nigeria and protecting its citizens. Major General Abubakar was reportedly abducted alongside his wife while travelling through Matazu Local Government Area of…

By Ayoola Olasupo The abuse of illicit drugs and pharmaceutical substances is rising across the country. According to experts, this is largely driven by worsening economic conditions, increasing availability of narcotics, and gaps in enforcement and rehabilitation systems. From Lagos, Kano and Port Harcourt to rural communities, the consumption of substances including cannabis, tramadol, codeine-based syrups, methamphetamine and other psychoactive drugs has increased among youths and working-age adults. The trend is raising concerns over public health risks, crime rates and productivity losses. Drug abuse is the inappropriate, excessive or hazardous use of legal or illegal substances to alter mood, behaviour…

Former Super Eagles and Enyimba International goalkeeper Idah Peterside has highlighted the faults South Africa must avoid against Czechia in the second FIFA World Cup group stage game, Soccernet.ng reports. Bafana Bafana opened the 2026 Copa Mundial at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City three days ago, but got easily dismantled by the host nation, falling to goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez. Things got worse for Hugo Broos men in the second half when Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio gave marching orders to Sphephelo Sithole and Themba Zwane, although at different intervals. Themba Zwane of South Africa gestures after…

Troops of the Nigerian Army, in conjunction with DSS, NSCDC and Immigration, have apprehended 46 suspected illegal immigrants residing in Ogun State following actionable intelligence. Those arrested include 18 nationals of Burkina Faso, 23 citizens of Côte d’Ivoire, 4 nationals of Togo and 1 national of Senegal. Among them are 36 males and 10 females. The Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 35 Artillery Brigade, Alamala, Abeokuta, Major Idereghi Samuel Akari, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists on Sunday Major Akari said that the operation, which commenced on 11 June 2026, led to the arrest of the suspects…

Rema stands on the outdoor stage holding a microphone, wearing his signature white hooded jacket, custom diamond eyewear, and rings. Have you watched Rema‘s World Cup performance yet? And be honest, how many times have you replayed it already? Just a day after Burna Boy and Shakira got the tournament celebrations underway in Mexico City, it was Rema’s turn to step onto one of football’s biggest stages. The Nigerian superstar joined BLACKPINK‘s Lisa and Brazilian singer Anitta at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles for the first-ever live performance of “Goals,” their collaboration from the official FIFA World Cup 2026 album.…