At least eight people were killed and dozens injured after waves of Ukrainian drones struck major logistics facilities in Russia’s Moscow and Tambov regions on Saturday, triggering massive fires and causing widespread damage. Russian authorities said the attacks targeted warehouses belonging to Wildberries, the country’s largest online retailer, with seven night-shift workers killed at a…
By Ayomide Otitoju Wema Bank has been named Nigeria’s Best Digital Bank for Consumers 2026 by Euromoney, earning international recognition for its leadership in digital banking, customer experience and financial inclusion. The award, presented annually by Euromoney, recognises financial institutions that are driving innovation, delivering measurable impact and creating value for customers through technology. According…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to merit-based appointments as his Deputy Chief of Staff, Engr. Samuel Egube, was honoured with an Outstanding Leadership Award by the Urhobo and Isoko Elites in Lagos. Egube received the recognition at a reception held at the Muson Centre, Onikan, on Saturday….
By Ayomide Otitoju Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has urged young Nigerians to reject cultism and the pursuit of illicit wealth, encouraging them instead to embrace the values of integrity, knowledge, and excellence exemplified by the late literary icon, Prof. Chinua Achebe. Soludo made the call during the unveiling of a monument…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Supreme Court has restored the final forfeiture of seven high-value properties linked to former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, overturning a Court of Appeal judgment that ordered a retrial of the case. A five-member panel of the apex court, led by Justice Ibrahim Saulawa, unanimously allowed…
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to consider selling defender Jules Kounde during the summer transfer window if they receive an offer of around £51 million. The France international has attracted interest from Bayern Munich and Chelsea in recent weeks, but no formal bid has yet been submitted. According to reports, Barcelona are not actively seeking to…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches its climax this weekend as Spain and Argentina prepare to face off in Sunday’s final, with a record $50 million winner’s prize on offer alongside football’s biggest trophy. The final follows five weeks of action across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with France and England meeting in Saturday’s…
The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month has risen to more than 5,000, as authorities announced the release of hundreds of millions of dollars from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to support reconstruction efforts. The powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, struck within a minute of each other…
U.S. President Donald Trump has joined the growing list of critics of England’s tactics following the team’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. Speaking at a reception in New York alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Friday, Trump questioned England manager Thomas Tuchel’s decision to adopt a more defensive approach after taking the lead in…
