As the Nigerian government closes the defamation lawsuit, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan responds

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has made public statements following the Federal Government’s decision to drop the criminal defamation lawsuit brought against her. The senator characterised the Federal Capital Territory, or FCT, High Court’s decision to strike out the suit on Wednesday as a confirmation of her position and a boost to her confidence … Read more

Klopp will make a surprise move to Real Madrid

Jurgen Klopp, the former manager of Liverpool, may make a surprise summer transfer to Real Madrid. Plettigoal claims that Klopp is giving joining the La Liga powerhouses considerable thought. After leaving Liverpool, the German took up the position of Head of Football at Red Bull.Two projects, nevertheless, might persuade him to change his mind, even … Read more

Oliseh praises the Super Eagles defender for pocketing Diaz, saying it’s the first time someone has done so

Super Eagles left-back Bruno Onyeamachi has received plaudits from former Nigerian coach Sunday Oliseh for his outstanding performance against Morocco in the AFCON semifinal. Brahim Diaz, the tournament’s top scorer with five goals, was Morocco’s biggest threat, but Onyeamachi held him off. Diaz was on track to become the first player in the history of … Read more

INEC guarantees that the Osun guber poll won’t turn violent

The Independent National Electoral Commission, or INEC, has promised that there won’t be any violence during the Osun State governorship election on August 8, 2026. During the INEC annual New Year prayer for 2026, which was conducted at the commission’s state office in Osogbo on Thursday, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, the Resident Electoral Commissioner, or REC, … Read more

Don’t waste your votes in the Ugandan election; Museveni will win and his son will take over.

Yiga Wamala, a top assistant to Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, has stirred up controversy by declaring that the long-time leader would not be ousted by polls. Senior Presidential Adviser Wamala made the comments prior to Thursday’s election, in which Museveni is running for a seventh term. Since 1986, Museveni has governed Uganda. Wamala downplayed the … Read more

Works Ministry would spend N500 million on hairstylists and makeup artists in the 2026 budget.

  The Federal Ministry of Works has announced intentions to set aside about N500 million for initiatives that will train hairdressers and makeup artists, distribute grinding machines, motorcycles, and mini-vans, and run anti-drug usage awareness campaigns in a few Nigerian states. The 2026 Appropriations Bill, which was posted on the Budget Office’s website and accessible … Read more

US Embassy has Reopened the newly remodelled American Centre in Nigeria

The United States Embassy in Abuja has formally reopened the American Centre at the Embassy Chancery with a ceremony honouring American greatness and creativity. A statement issued by the embassy on Wednesday indicated that the newly renovated American Centre includes updated facilities and advanced technology designed to broaden educational, cultural, and professional possibilities for Nigerians … Read more

Osimhen discloses Morocco’s edge over Nigeria would provide challenges.

Victor Osimhen, assistant captain of the Super Eagles, has disclosed the advantage Morocco possesses over Nigeria in anticipation of the AFCON semi-final match on Wednesday night. Osimhen aims to guide the Super Eagles to triumph in the absence of captain Wilfred Ndidi, who is suspended for the match. Prior to the encounter, the Galatasaray striker … Read more

‘Tinubu administers a faltering government’ – Former presidential candidate departs APC

Dr. SKC Ogbonnia, a previous presidential candidate in the All Progressives Congress (APC), has resigned from the party. Ogbonnia submitted his resignation letter to the APC chairman of Owelli/Amoli/Ugbo/Ogugu Ward in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State. The former APC leader accused President Bola Tinubu of governing ineffectively, resulting in foreign military intervention in … Read more

Governor Alex Otti lacks a political party — APC leader Ikonne

Prince Paul Ikonne, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, stated that the entire South-East region has collectively decided to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election. Ikonne, the former executive secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA), minimised the impact of Governor … Read more