By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Egypt captain Mohamed Salah has expressed his hope that the Pharaohs can continue making history at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after securing a landmark victory over New Zealand, Prompt News Online reports. Egypt defeated the All Whites 3-1 at BC Place in Vancouver to record their first-ever FIFA World Cup [...]

June 22 (THEWILL) — Egypt produced a commanding second-half comeback to defeat New Zealand 3-1 on Monday and secure their first FIFA World Cup victory since 1990. The Pharaohs were forced to recover after New Zealand made a bright start and took the lead in the 15th minute, raising hopes of an upset against the […] The post Egypt Roar Back to Defeat New Zealand, Claim First World Cup Win in 36 Years appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The announcement follows mounting pressure on the prime minister after Labour suffered heavy losses in local elections in May and faced an increasingly vocal rebellion from his own lawmakers over his leadership and policy agenda. The post UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Announces Resignation appeared first on Channels Television.

A former governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has congratulated Governor Biodun Oyebanji on his re-election and appealed to his rivals and the people of Ekiti State to give him their maximum support. He described Oyebanji ‘s victory as a clear endorsement of his administration’s performance by the people of the state. The one-time […]

Lassa fever has killed 214 people across Nigeria, with the case fatality rate climbing to 25 per cent, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). This was disclosed in the agency’s Lassa Fever Situation Report for Week 23 (June 1 to June 7, 2026). The NCDC said the fatality rate marks […] The post Lassa Fever Death Toll Hits 214, Fatality Rate Rises to 25% – NCDC appeared first on OsunDefender.

To promote inclusion, technological innovation and sustainable development, Our Hope-Village Foundation has trained some young ladies in solar power installation, equipping them with practical skills to become self-reliant. The training, held in Kaduna under the theme “Tech Her Future,” was organised in partnership with Nixis Tech Academy and focused on empowering girls to explore opportunities […]

By: Oluwakemi T. Amuda Diplomacy has always been a theatre of power, persuasion, and national interest. Yet beneath the formalities of protocol and the choreography of negotiation lies a quieter battlefield: the emotional landscape of the diplomat. In an era defined by global uncertainty, rapid technological shifts, and the erosion of traditional alliances, the emotional [...]

The Anambra State Police Command says it has recovered the bodies of two infant twins allegedly abandoned in a drainage channel in Okpoko, Ogbaru Local Government Area of the state. The command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Awka. Ikenga said police operatives attached to the Okpoko Divisional Police […]

A former commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism and chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC in Niger State, Hon Jonathan Vatsa has expressed concern over the outcome of the party’s primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections . Vatsa who spoke as he celebrated his 64th birthday said he is worried about the […]

The senior adviser and counselor to Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Saadu Salahu, has said that local government autonomy is hundred percent effective under the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. He said the governor’s stance on the council autonomy was in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s administration. Salahu spoke yesterday […]

A woman was reportedly lynched and set ablaze by an irate mob in Maraban Jos, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following allegations that she attempted to steal children. The victim, said to be a married woman and mother, was on her way to attend an Islamic lecture when some youths accused her of […] The post Mob Overpowers Police Officers, Burns Woman To Death Over Child Theft Rumour appeared first on OsunDefender.

June 22, (THEWILL) — On June 30, 2026, the word ‘faction’ will in all likelihood cease to be used in addressing either faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP- led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, Nyesom Wike, or by Kabir Taminu Turaki, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN- as the […] The post PDP in Final Battle for Survival appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 22, (THEWILL) — There is an indication that the Federal Government of Nigeria might be compelled to explore other options if diplomatic engagements fail to address the ongoing xenophobic attacks against its citizens in South Africa as Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mrs Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu warned on Thursday, June 11, 2026.   This follows the […] The post Xenophobic Attacks: Nigeria Exploring Options alongside Diplomacy appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT Minna), approval to commence six new undergraduate academic programmes in the 2026/2027 session. The approval followed a resource assessment exercise conducted by a panel of experts from the NUC to evaluate the human and material resources available for the establishment of the […]

The resignation marks a dramatic political development in the United Kingdom, coming barely two years after Starmer led Labour back to power following more than a decade in opposition.

June 22 (THEWILL) — Cape Verde announced their arrival on football’s biggest stage with a remarkable 2-2 draw against Uruguay in a FIFA World Cup group-stage clash on Sunday, earning one of the tournament’s most memorable results so far. Making their first-ever appearance at the World Cup, the African debutants showed no signs of intimidation […] The post W’Cup: Cape Verde Stun Uruguay in Historic Draw appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Three former appointees and allies of Benue State governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, have left this camp and joined the political fold of the secretary to the government of the federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, ahead of 2027 general elections. Both Governor Alia and Akume are leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) but […]

Keir Starmer has resigned as the United Kingdom Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party. Speaking on Monday outside 10 Downing Street, Starmer anchored his decision to quit on “putting the country I love first” Starmer thanks his “fantastic wife, Vic”, describing her as a “rock”. He also says he wants to be the [...]

Labour Party (LP) senatorial candidate, Mr Labaran Maku, has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to cancel the Nasarawa North bye-election, describing the exercise as a “complete sham” marred by widespread irregularities. Addressing journalists yesterday in Wakama, Nasarawa Eggon LGA, the former information minister accused electoral officials of failing to adhere to electoral laws. […]

June 22, (THEWILL) — Nembe Exploration and Production Company Limited (Nembe E&P), the leading upstream subsidiary of the Aiteo Group, presents opportunities for significantly improving Nigeria’s local content drive. The firm’s growth strategy unveiled in July 2025, which aims to increase its crude oil production to 150,000 barrels per day (bpd) and gas utilization to […] The post Nembe E&P Presents Opportunities for Advancing Local Content appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 22, (THEWILL) — Despite reports by election observers that the Ekiti State Governorship Election held on Saturday was smooth and peaceful across the state, allegations of vote-buying, voter – intimidation and other malpractices trailed the exercise. For example, addressing journalists, the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dare Bejide, alleged that vote-buying took […] The post THEWILL EDITORIAL: Malpractices Mar Ekiti Gov Poll appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Starmer said the process of picking a new Labour Party leader would be launched in July and he would remain as prime minister until his successor is chosen, to be in place in September. The post Breaking: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation appeared first on Vanguard News.

Following the state of emergency on education declared by Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, the commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Hon. Abdulmalik Abubakar Gajam, has constituted seven strategic committees to address key challenges affecting the sector. Bashir Abashiya, information and public relations officer of the ministry, in a statement, said the committees were established […]

A Bauchi State-based public affairs commentator David Adenuga has cautioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against implementing fresh tax measures reportedly recommended by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) He warned that such policies could worsen economic hardship and fuel public dissatisfaction. Adenuga, in a statement he issued yesterday in Bauchi ,described what many Nigerians have termed […]

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed his administration’s opposition to negotiating with bandits, insisting that peace agreements with criminal groups remain unacceptable despite renewed discussions about local truce arrangements in parts of the state. The governor stated this during an interview with the BBC Hausa Service monitored by LEADERSHIP in Gusau, where he […]

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has trained 40 people on effective internet use, digital rights and online safety as part of its commitment to promoting digital inclusion and access to information. The training took place during the 8th edition of the Bauchi Feminist Internet School (BAFIS), an initiative designed to nurture a […]

Delta State governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has said his Ekiti State counterpart Biodun Oyebanji’s victory is very significant because it marked the first time a sitting governor in that state had won a consecutive second term since the return of democratic rule in 1999. In a congratulatory message through his chief press secretary, Sir Festus […]

The fatality rate represents an increase from the 18.9 per cent recorded during the same period in 2025. The post Lassa Fever Kills 214, Fatality Rate Rises To 25% — NCDC appeared first on Channels Television.