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…says Fake Agency initially requested N3.85bn personnel cost The House of Representatives’ investigation into the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) took a new turn on Friday after the Budget Office of the Federation insisted that although the National Assembly appropriated N1.302 billion for the council in the 2026 budget, no public funds were ever released to the agency because it failed to meet the statutory conditions required for expenditure. The testimony by Tanimu Yakubu, the director-general of the Budget Office, before the House Ad Hoc Committee investigating the alleged unlawful establishment and funding of the council shifts the…

Caroline Blumberg, Samuel Petrequin and Joseph WilsonJuly 25, 2026 — 12:01pmSaveYou have reached your maximum number of saved items.Remove items from your saved list to add more.AAAArchacon, France – Massive forest fires forced the evacuation of some 200,000 people in south-western France and central Spain on Friday, with residents fleeing towns near Madrid and Bordeaux as the flames raged out of control.Firefighters and authorities in both countries were caught off guard by the violence of the fires, which were fuelled by high temperatures and the long-term effects of climate change. Firefighters in Spain admitted the fires were so fast that…

Zambian songstress Towela Kaira returns with a heartfelt new single titled “Nakupenda,” featuring Chile One MrZambia and Chester More Power. Meaning “I love you” in Swahili, Nakupenda is a beautiful love anthem that celebrates romance, commitment, and the joy of finding the right person to spend forever with. Blending soulful vocals with warm melodies, the trio delivers an emotional performance that captures the excitement of true love and the promise of a lifelong journey together. With its heartfelt lyrics and feel-good production, Nakupenda is a perfect soundtrack for weddings, anniversaries, and anyone celebrating the beauty of genuine love. Listen and…

It ended up being a high-scoring game after the sides were level at 14-all at the break. Winger Prince Nkabinde scored a hat-trick and scrumhalf Faf de Klerk a brace in the Cheetahs’ bonus-point victory against the Sharks XV in Bloemfontein on Friday. Coach Frans Steyn’s side triumphed 43-21 after the teams had been locked at 14-14 at half-time. Both sides came into this fixture having won their opening Currie Cup matches last weekend. The Cheetahs struck early when Nkabinde chased down De Klerk’s grubber through the defence, with flyhalf Jaco van der Walt nailing the touchline conversion. The Sharks…

In tonight’s show, Ghanaian nationals submit request to the ICC calling for an investigation into months of Xenophobic violence against migrants in South Africa. Also, around 20 people die in AFD attack in Eastern DRC as the Islamic state affiliated group steps up attacks. And Coconut trees, once a common site on Ivory coasts coastlines, are slowly disappearing under renewed waves of deforestation and rapid urbanisation; and it threatens an entire sector and local ecosystem.

President Trump says the EU “will pay a very big price” for fining Google $1 billion for allegedly breaking antitrust regulations by favoring its own search engine and app store, Google Pay, over competitors. Mr. Trump, who has criticized Europe for its treatment of U.S. tech companies for years, said he’s opening a Section 301 investigation into EU trade practices, setting the table for new tariffs on goods they send to American markets. “The United States of America is not a ‘PIGGYBANK’ for Europe, nor will we allow it to be! Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that we…

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed, has criticised the reported engagement of a foreign lobbying firm by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to circulate old documents relating to President Bola Tinubu in the United States, describing the move as counterproductive and harmful to Nigeria’s international image. In a statement issued on Friday by Ahmad Dan-Wudil, Personal Assistant on Media to the Minister, the Minister further stated that instead of seeking to tarnish Nigeria’s image abroad and undermine the Presidency, opposition leaders should channel their energy towards supporting government efforts to tackle insecurity, strengthen national unity, and improve the…

Kayode Afolabi Ajayi, known to the world as Mistikay, has spent years building a sound that feels both familiar and entirely his own. Born June 26, 1991 in Akure, Ondo State, he grew up where music was more than entertainment — it was storytelling, celebration, and church on Sunday. That foundation of traditional rhythms, Nigerian pop, and global R&B is exactly what makes his music hit different today.Now, with his May 2026 single “Bundle Bundle” and the July 24 “Bundle Bundle (Remix)” featuring Zinoleesky, Mistikay is making it clear: he’s not asking for a seat. He’s taking it.Listen to Bundle…

The International Olympic Committee says it will not investigate Gianni Infantino as a complaint about the Fifa president is outside its scope.Human rights campaign group FairSquare complained to the IOC that Infantino had breached its charter by failing to adhere to rules on political neutrality “through statements or other clear expressions of support for the US president”.US President Donald Trump admitted during the World Cup that he had called Infantino to ask him to review a red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun. The forward was expected to miss his side’s last-16 tie against Belgium after being sent off…

While Argentina faced criticism throughout World Cup 2026, post-final altercations are now being investigated by FIFA disciplinary prosecutor.Published On 24 Jul 202624 Jul 2026As FIFA investigates Argentina’s conduct after the World Cup final, Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has described the incidents as “intolerable and unacceptable.”FIFA asked one of its disciplinary prosecutors on Monday to report back on testy on-field confrontations after Spain’s 1-0 win in extra time on Sunday to dethrone the defending champion.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listArgentina midfielder Leandro Paredes physically tangled with Spain players Eric Garcia and Gavi, and Spain captain Rodri was…