Eid-El-Fitr: FG Declares Thursday, Friday Public Holidays
The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. In a statement released through the ministry, Muslims across the country were congratulated for completing the fasting […]
UCL: ‘You do it too’ – Arsenal coach questions Leverkusen boss after set-piece goal
An assistant coach at Arsenal has raised concerns over a set-piece tactic used by Bayer Leverkusen during their recent UEFA Champions League clash. The issue came after Leverkusen scored from a corner in the first leg. Arsenal’s set-piece coach, Nicolas Jover, questioned whether some of the physical blocking used during the goal was within the […]
Nigerian govt declares March 19, 20 public holiday for Eid-al-Fitr celebration
The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared March 19 and 20, 2026, as public holidays to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through the ministry’s leadership. The government congratulated Muslims across the country for successfully completing the Ramadan fast. It also encouraged them to continue practicing values […]
NSCDC deploys 2000 personnel for Eid-el-Fitr celebration in Edo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State has deployed over 2,000 personnel to ensure safety during the Eid al-Fitr celebrations. The move is aimed at maintaining peace before, during, and after the festive period. According to the State Commandant, officers have been drawn from several specialised units, including counter-terrorism and disaster […]
NAFDAC raises alarm over fake cancer drug circulating in Nigeria
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised an alarm over a fake cancer drug found in circulation across Nigeria. The counterfeit product, identified as Phesgo 600mg, was discovered after complaints from Lagos University Teaching Hospital. According to reports, suspicious batches showed unusual differences, including incorrect vial sizes and packaging […]
Premier League confirms Arsenal benefitted from two huge VAR errors in title race
The Premier League has confirmed that Arsenal benefited from two major VAR errors during this season’s title race. One of the incidents occurred in their narrow win over Brighton & Hove Albion. During that match, a challenge involving Gabriel Martinelli was reviewed, but no penalty was awarded. However, a later review by the league’s panel […]
Senior Trump Official, Joseph Kent, Resigns Over Iran War
A senior official in the administration of Donald Trump, Joseph Kent, has resigned from his position as head of the National Counterterrorism Center. His resignation comes amid growing tensions surrounding the ongoing conflict involving Iran. In his resignation letter, Kent expressed strong disagreement with the war, stating that Iran did not pose an immediate threat […]
Oba of Benin sanctions queen, chiefs, others over palace desecration by influencer
The Benin Traditional Council has taken disciplinary action following an alleged breach of palace protocol involving influencer Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja. The incident reportedly occurred after he gained unauthorized access to the sacred palace grounds. According to officials, the situation has been treated seriously due to the cultural importance of the palace, which serves as the […]
Iran demands to play World Cup games outside United States
Iran has opened discussions with FIFA over the possibility of playing its World Cup matches outside the United States. This follows concerns about safety after comments made by Donald Trump regarding the team’s security. Iran’s football authorities are reportedly considering Mexico as an alternative venue. However, with the tournament approaching quickly, it is unclear if […]
Sultan of Sokoto asks Muslims to look for Sallah moon on Wednesday
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Muslims across Nigeria to look out for the crescent moon that signals the end of Ramadan. The moon sighting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2026. According to a statement from the Sultanate Council, the date marks the 29th day of Ramadan, making it the […]