1+ hour, 54+ min ago  (539+ words) Somali referee Omar Artan has expressed disappointment after being denied entry into the United States, a decision that ended his hopes of becoming the first Somali official to referee at a FIFA World Cup finals. Artan was removed from FIFA's…...

5+ hour, 30+ min ago  (387+ words) The Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Salihu Abubakar. The Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Salihu Abubakar, has assured pilgrims from the state that animal sacrifices (Hadaya) were duly performed for all those…...

1+ hour, 14+ min ago  (576+ words) The House of Representatives on Tuesday called on the Nigerian Railway Corporation to conduct a thorough investigation into the recent train accident on the Itakpe-Warri rail corridor and ensure adequate compensation for victims affected by the incident. The resolution followed…...

2+ hour, 24+ min ago  (490+ words) The FIFA World Cup has always been a stage where new stars announce themselves to the world, and the 2026 edition looks no different. From established prodigies already lighting up Europe's biggest clubs to emerging talents still finding their feet, a…...

7+ hour, 31+ min ago  (592+ words) The Federal Government has confirmed the death of four persons and serious injuries to 24 others following the train accident that occurred along the Warri'Itakpe Train Service corridor near Agbor, Delta State. The confirmation was contained in a statement issued by…...

11+ hour, 9+ min ago  (405+ words) Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed grief over the train derailment in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, which claimed four lives and left several passengers injured. Oborevwori described the incident as tragic and heartbreaking, saying the loss of…...

4+ hour, 24+ min ago  (271+ words) Former UEFA president Michel Platini has launched civil and criminal legal proceedings against FIFA and its current president, Gianni Infantino, over corruption allegations dating back to 2015, claiming the case derailed his bid to lead world football's governing body. The 70-year-old…...

5+ hour, 11+ min ago  (244+ words) Comoros have booked a date with African champions, the Super Falcons of Nigeria, after a 300 aggregate victory over Sudan in the first round of the qualifiers for the 2028 Olympic Games. The Coelacanths won the first leg 170 on June 3 before following…...

6+ hour, 44+ min ago  (370+ words) The FIFA World Cup remains the pinnacle of international football, attracting billions of viewers and showcasing the world's best teams every four years. Yet, despite their huge populations and passionate fan bases, some nations are still waiting to make their…...

6+ hour, 34+ min ago  (330+ words) With only two days to go, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will usher in a new era for international football as the tournament expands to 48 teams and is jointly hosted by three countries for the first time in history: Canada, Mexico…...