European champions Spain booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium at SoFi Stadium on Friday. Mikel Merino scored a late winner to send Spain into a blockbuster last-four clash against France, with the semi-final scheduled for Tuesday in Dallas. Spain took control early and deservedly…
At least 11 people have been killed and 19 others remain missing after a fast-moving wildfire swept through a village in Spain’s Andalusia region, authorities said on Friday. Emergency officials said many of the victims are believed to be foreign tourists visiting Bedar, a village in the Los Gallardos district, although efforts to confirm their…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has commenced registration for the maiden edition of the Lagos Cleaner Energy Schools Innovation Challenge (LCESIC) 2026, an initiative designed to inspire and equip secondary school students with innovative solutions to clean energy challenges. The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited has been honoured at the National Sustainability Achievement Awards 2026 in recognition of its commitment to sustainable manufacturing, product innovation, environmental stewardship, and responsible corporate leadership. The leading Nigerian food and beverage manufacturer received the awards following recommendations by the Awards Technical Committee, which named the company Best Food…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fishermen on the Italian island of Lampedusa are facing mounting challenges as migrant boat wrecks, rising fuel costs and climate change continue to threaten their livelihoods and the local fishing industry. Located closer to North Africa than mainland Italy, Lampedusa has long served as a major arrival point for migrants attempting the…
By Ayomide Otitoju A new generation of young musicians has completed the MTN Foundation-MUSON Music Scholarship Programme, with the 19th cohort graduating after successfully finishing the two-year MUSON Diploma Programme. The graduates showcased their musical talent during a graduation concert, marking the culmination of two years of intensive training, discipline and artistic development. The MTN…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria has introduced new bundled broadband solutions that combine compatible routers with data plans, aimed at making high-speed internet more accessible and affordable for homes, students, professionals and small businesses. The telecommunications company said customers can choose from a range of 4G and 5G broadband bundles designed to meet different connectivity…
By Ayomide Otitoju The MTN Live It 100 on Campus Tour will make its next stop at Ekiti State University (EKSU) from July 17 to 19, 2026, following a successful outing at Delta State University. Students of EKSU are expected to enjoy three days of gaming, entertainment, learning sessions, interactive brand experiences and giveaways as…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu has expressed delight over the successful rescue of schoolchildren and teachers abducted from Oriire community in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, commending the military, the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force for ending their 56-day captivity. The President said the coordinated security operation led to the arrest…
