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Deborah Tolu-Kolawole A total of 102,025 new HIV infections were recorded across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory in 2025, with Lagos State accounting for the highest number of new cases at 10,430, according to data obtained from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s State of the Health of the Nation Report 2025. The report, obtained by our correspondent, provides a state-by-state breakdown of newly recorded HIV infections and highlights the geographical distribution of the epidemic despite years of intensified prevention efforts by the Federal Government and its partners. The data showed that Lagos recorded the…

The General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, and the Presiding Bishop of Winners’ Chapel, David Oyedepo, have called for stronger United States support in tackling terrorism in Nigeria, warning that the country is nearing a breaking point due to persistent insecurity. They stated this at the 2026 Faith Defender Award Gala at the Hilton Garden Inn on Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C., on June 23, according to a press release signed by the President of Save Nigeria Group USA, Stephen Osemwegie. Adeboye urged the United States and its allies to intensify support for Nigeria in…

Households across parts of the country are beginning to experience relief as retail prices of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, popularly known as cooking gas, decline following improved product supply and softer depot prices, The PUNCH reports. The latest market update from gas marketers showed that retail LPG prices have started easing in major cities after weeks of elevated prices, although the reductions have not been uniform because of varying transportation costs, distance from supply depots and retailer margins. Checks by marketers indicated that cooking gas is now selling for between N1,100 and N1,350 per kilogramme in Lagos, Ibadan and Abeokuta, while…

By Ikenna Obianeri The Anambra State Government has commenced a crackdown on owners of structures causing environmental degradation, as well as individuals blocking waterways and indiscriminately dumping refuse into drainage channels. As part of the initiative, the government has declared Saturday, July 4, 2026, as the commencement date for a statewide desilting and waste evacuation exercise. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Commissioner for Information and Value Reorientation, Law Mefor. Mefor said Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration had made environmental sustainability a top priority to address flooding and other environmental challenges affecting the state. The…

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has praised Mbekezile Mbokazi as South Africa’s outstanding performer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite Bafana Bafana’s first-round exit following a 1-0 defeat to Canada in the Round of 32. The Chicago Fire FC defender delivered a commanding display at the heart of the South African backline throughout the contest, frustrating Canada’s attack for long stretches before Stephen Eustáquio struck late to settle the tie and send the North Americans through to the Round of 16. Speaking during his analysis on SuperSport, Troost-Ekong reserved particular praise for the young centre-back, singling him out…

The Public Communication Adviser of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Dr Fabian Benjamin, has disclosed that the examination body has remitted over N50bn as operating surplus to the Federal Government in the last 10 years. Benjamin stated this during a dialogue organised by the Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria via Zoom. The dialogue, themed “2026 Admission Policy Review and JAMB Scorecard: A Conversation with the Registrar,” examined key issues surrounding admissions and tertiary education in Nigeria and provided an overview of Prof Ishaq Oloyede’s leadership of the board for the past 10 years. According to Benjamin, the remittances were…

By Chigozie Uzosike To tackle period poverty and promote environmental sustainability, a non-profit organisation, HopeForHer Initiative, in collaboration with the Chinenye Owums Foundation, has launched a Pad Bank and Plastic Bottle Collection Centre at Ohaji High School, Mgbirichi, in the Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State. Speaking at the launch on Friday, the founder of HopeForHer Initiative, Miss Chiamaka Enyia, said the project was designed to ensure that no girl misses school because of menstruation while promoting responsible waste management. She said the initiative seeks to empower girls with knowledge, dignity and access to essential menstrual products while addressing…

Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) have received a major lift after Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo made her first competitive appearance since recovering from injury, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian attacker returned to action on Sunday when AFC Toronto defeated Vancouver Rise FC 3-1 in a Northern Super League regular-season match at Swangard Stadium in Canada. Although Okoronkwo started on the bench, her introduction in the 65th minute signalled an important milestone after spending almost six weeks out with a meniscus tear and a hamstring injury. She came on just three minutes after Lauren Rowe…

The Federal Government on Monday approved a combined N4.34tn in financing across five sectors including transportation, agriculture, power, infrastructure and small business credit. The approvals followed the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. It was the first meeting in approximately three months since the council last sat on March 4, 2026, when Tinubu swore in Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu. They span 14 separate memos presented by the Ministry of Finance. The approvals include N215bn in naira-denominated investments in transport, $900m (approximately  N1.24tn) for agricultural and rural development,…

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has playfully teased her Super Eagles counterpart, Stanley Nwabali, regarding a potential move to her club Brighton and Hove Albion, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nwabali parted ways with Chippa United in February after a four-year stint with the club. Given his high profile at the time and links to several top African clubs, his next move was expected to materialize almost immediately. Nwabali wins MOTM award. (Photo credit: CAF/X) However, the 30-year-old remains a free agent. Over the past few months, he has been linked with various teams, including Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs, Simba FC, Raja Casablanca,…