US secured World Cup without major security breach — FBI
The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Kash Patel, says the United States recorded no major security incidents throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the tournament as the largest sporting event ever staged. Patel made the disclosure in a post on his official X account on Sunday, commending the coordinated efforts of federal, state and local law...
Yamal makes history as first teenager to win Euros, World Cup
Spain's teenage sensation, Lamine Yamal, has etched his name into football history after becoming the first teenager to win both the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup. The 19-year-old achieved the remarkable feat after helping Spain defeat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday. Yamal, who...
Spain’s road to glory: How La Roja conceded the fewest goals to win 2026 World Cup
Spain capped a remarkable FIFA World Cup campaign by lifting their second world title after defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. Ferran Torres' extra-time winner sealed the trophy for La Roja, who completed one of the tournament's most dominant defensive performances by conceding fewer goals than any other team throughout the competition. Spain's...
States receive N2.37trn VAT in H1 under new tax sharing formula
State governments received a combined N2.37tn in Value Added Tax allocations in the first half of 2026 following the implementation of Nigeria's new tax regime, an increase of N451.25bn or 23.48 per cent compared to the N1.92tn received during the same period in 2025. An analysis of Federation Account Allocation Committee reports, National Bureau of Statistics data and records from...
Businesses expect CBN to retain interest rate as MPC begins meeting
Business leaders and economists have projected that the Central Bank of Nigeria's Monetary Policy Committee will likely retain the Monetary Policy Rate at 26.5 per cent when it begins its two-day meeting on Monday, citing global economic uncertainties and inflationary risks. The stakeholders said although businesses would welcome a reduction in interest rates to lower borrowing costs and stimulate investment,...
Pastor dies after disputed eviction at Lagos estate
A 67-year-old pastor, Bolaji Olukotun, has died after an incident during a disputed eviction from his residence at Admiralty Homes Estate in Lekki, Lagos, with his family alleging he was assaulted and forcefully removed from the property. The incident reportedly occurred on July 11, while Olukotun died the following day after being taken to a private hospital. According to his lawyer,...
Reps launch probe into ₦1.32bn fake agency scandal
The House of Representatives will today inaugurate an ad hoc committee to investigate the controversial inclusion of the unestablished Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) in the 2026 Appropriation Act. The panel, chaired by the lawmaker representing Kanke/Kanam/Pankshin Federal Constituency of Plateau State, Yusuf Gagdi, was constituted following a resolution of the House to probe how about ₦1.32 billion was...
Oil prices hit one-month high as US-Iran conflict threatens supply routes
Brent oil prices rose 2% to more than $90 per barrel on Monday, July 20, 2026, as escalating United States-Iran hostilities in the Middle East restricted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures climbed $2.09, or 2.37%, to $90.19 by 0241 GMT, touching the highest since June 11, extending gains after rising 15.9% last week, its biggest...
Burnham set to take over as new UK PM
Andy Burnham will officially take office as Britain’s new prime minister on Monday, taking charge of a Labour government facing economic headwinds, declining public confidence and growing political pressure. The former Greater Manchester mayor replaces Keir Starmer, whose resignation comes just two years after leading Labour to a decisive election victory that ended 14 years of Conservative rule. Burnham, 56, is...
Turning livestock waste into fertiliser: Can a Kaduna enterprise cut farm costs and support better nutrition?
Lukman Abdulmalik For several farming seasons, Aminu Sule watched the price of NPK and urea rise without seeing a comparable increase in the prices he received for the maize and tomatoes he harvested. The farmer from Kura, Kano State, was trying to cut production costs. Instead, he stumbled upon an approach that could also increase the amount of food available from...
