Argentina football legend Antonio Rattín, the former national team captain famously sent off during the 1966 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against England, has died at the age of 89. Rattín’s death was confirmed by his lifelong club Boca Juniors on Saturday, coinciding with Argentina and England both securing victories in their respective World Cup quarter-finals […]

World number one Jannik Sinner fought back from a set down to defeat Alexander Zverev and successfully defend his Wimbledon title on Sunday.

Fourteen suspected hard drug dealers have been arrested by the Yobe State Police Command. The confirmation of the arrest was contained in a statement signed by the Command PPRO, SP Dungus Abdulkarim. He stated that the development was in continuation of sustained operations against criminal activities across the State through coordinated raids, intelligence-led patrols, and […] The post Police arrest 14 suspected drug dealers in Yobe appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has commended the successful rescue of pupils, teachers and other victims abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, while urging the Federal Government to intensify efforts to secure the release of Nigerians still being held by terrorists and bandits across the country. In a statement […]

Tanzanian singer Zuchu has announced the collapse of her marriage to music star and label boss Diamond Platnumz.

A political support group, the Northern Nigeria Support Group for Seyi Makinde, has organised a special prayer session and a horse race in Kano to canvass support for the Oyo State Governor ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during the event, the National President of the group, Babangida Abubakar Haruna, popularly known as Sardauna, […] The post 2027: Northern group endorses Makinde for president appeared first on Tribune Online.

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the federal government over the reported increase in fees for Federal Unity Colleges and the proposed uniform ₦50,000 examination fee for candidates sitting the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) examinations from 2027. Atiku […]

Data released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) on Sunday showed that average crude oil production, excluding condensates, increased to 1.56 million barrels per day in June from 1.53 million barrels per day in May. The post Nigeria’s daily oil production rises by 2.3% to 1.74mbpd appeared first on Vanguard News.

The traditional rulers said the operation demonstrated that Nigeria possesses the military capability, intelligence assets, and operational expertise required to... The post Ekiti monarchs laud Tinubu over rescue of Oyo pupils, teachers appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigeria’s para badminton team delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Uganda Para Badminton International Championship, returning home with an impressive haul of 14 medals, comprising nine gold and five silver. The championship, held in Uganda from 7 to 12 July, further cemented Nigeria’s growing reputation as one of Africa’s dominant forces in para badminton. […]

South American nations Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay will each host an opening match. The rest of the tournament will be played in Morocco, Portugal and Spain.

The state commissioner of police urged the driver and conductor to surrender themselves for investigation, warning that all lawful measures were being deployed to apprehend them. The post Police Launch Manhunt For Bus Driver, Conductor Over Alleged Assault On Officers In Enugu appeared first on Channels Television.

The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has advised graduating students to place integrity above money and quick success, saying “wealth acquired without honour is fleeting.” Senator Mark gave the advice on Sunday at the 2026 Graduation, Speech and Prize-Giving Ceremony of Pace Setters College, Abuja, where he was the […] The post Wealth acquired without honour is fleeting — David Mark appeared first on Tribune Online.

An analysis of a video recorded before the attack showed that it was "coordinated by four senior ISWAP commanders (Qai'ds) alongside three foreign terrorist facilitators". The post Troops Kill ISWAP Cameraman In Borno, Recover Footage Of Terrorist Activities appeared first on Channels Television.

Erling Haaland believes Norway’s impressive FIFA World Cup campaign has transformed the nation’s footballing reputation despite their quarter-final exit at the hands of England. Norway’s dream run came to an end on Saturday after a 2-1 extra-time defeat, with England midfielder Jude Bellingham scoring twice to send the Three Lions into the semi-finals. Although Haaland […]

With the 2026 World Cup Semi-Finals just days away, FIFA has officially weighed in on the tightening race for the tournament’s Golden Boot, clarifying that Kylian Mbappe currently holds a narrow advantage over Lionel Messi—despite both superstars sitting level on goals. In a statement released Sunday, the world governing body confirmed that the French captain […]

South African Premiership club Chippa United have confirmed the re-signing of Nigerian international goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, just months after his departure from the Eastern Cape side. Nwabali left the Chilli Boys in February after requesting the termination of his contract, with hopes of securing a move to a bigger club either in South Africa or […]

Officials recovered two motorcycles, pumping machines, Lister generators, mineral washing equipment, long hose pipes, gold-trapping carpets, cutlasses and other tools believed to have been used in the illegal mining activities. The operational camp was dismantled and the site sealed in line with the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act.

The suspect was arrested and allegedly confessed during interrogation, claiming he attacked his wife in anger after she reportedly refused to prepare food. The post Man Arrested For Allegedly Beating Wife To Death Over Food In Nasarawa appeared first on Channels Television.

The Federal Government says it arrested two suspected illegal miners during a coordinated enforcement operation that led to the closure of an illegal mining site in Osun State. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Lara Owoeye-Wise. The suspects, Danladi […] The post Two Arrested As FG Seals Osun Gold Mining Site appeared first on OsunDefender.

Jannik Sinner cemented his status as the world’s premier tennis player on Sunday, overcoming a determined Alexander Zverev in four sets to successfully defend his Wimbledon men’s singles title at the All England Club. The Italian top seed rallied from a first-set loss to secure a 6-7 (7-9), 7-6 (7-2), 6-3, 6-4 victory in a […]