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NDC Plans Appeal Following Court Judgment on Party Registration The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that it will contest the Federal High Court’s recent ruling in Lokoja that annulled the earlier order mandating the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the party. The NDC aims to challenge this decision in the Court of Appeal promptly. Judicial Ruling Raises Controversy In a decision handed down on Friday, Justice Isa Dashen ruled that the court’s earlier judgment on December 10, 2025, which had supported the Peace Movement Party’s (PMP) bid for registration and directed INEC to register the NDC, was…

Main Events With 70 minutes gone, Egypt resumes play with a corner kick, to which Iran responds effectively in the air. Strategy Shift for Coaches At the 69-minute mark, a hydration break provides both teams an opportunity to reassess their strategies and issue final instructions. Current projections suggest Egypt will finish second, which positions them to face Australia in Dallas for the round of 32. Meanwhile, Iran is likely to end up third, a finish that might still allow them to qualify for the subsequent round but by a narrow margin. Missed Opportunities Just a minute prior, Marmouche demonstrated impressive…

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Cleaqes Launches Initiative to Connect Grassroots Sports Talent with Global Opportunities As Africa’s digital economy continues to flourish, the technology-driven platform Cleaqes has unveiled Cleaqes Sports, a new digital initiative dedicated to identifying, showcasing, and connecting grassroots sports talent across Africa and the Caribbean with global opportunities. During the launch event, Charity Owoh, the Head of Marketing at Cleaqes, emphasized that the company aims to be more than just a platform. It seeks to create a comprehensive technology ecosystem that links Africa and the Caribbean with the global community. Owoh highlighted the growing international interest in African culture, business, tourism,…

Governor Calls for Action Against Political Violence in Osun State Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has condemned the ongoing violence in the region and demanded immediate action against political thugs implicated in violent crimes. He emphasized that these attacks must cease and called for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. Governor Questions Police Leadership Adeleke reiterated his request for the reassignment of Osun State Police Commissioner Ibrahim Gotan, claiming he has shown bias in his approach to handling political violence. The governor voiced these concerns during a meeting with the Deputy Inspector General of Police for the Information and…

UN Human Rights Chief Calls for Investigation into Deaths in US Immigration Custody On Friday, Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, raised concerns about fatalities within US government immigration facilities, urging for a prompt, independent, fair, and effective investigation. This statement coincides with an ongoing scrutiny by the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) oversight body into the rising number of deaths and the use of force against detainees in the expanding immigration detention system. Mounting Pressure on the Trump Administration As scrutiny intensifies, former President Donald Trump faces increasing pressure, fueled by a noticeable spike in fatalities…

U.S. Government Approves Limited Deployment of Anthropic’s Mythos 5 Model The U.S. government has granted Anthropic permission to deploy its Mythos 5 model to a select group of clients, based on a letter from Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, which was reviewed by NBC News. Confidence in AI Safety Measures In the correspondence, Lutnick expressed the government’s assurance in the measures Anthropic has implemented to restrict access to its advanced AI systems to trusted users. As of Friday evening, the Commerce Department had not responded to requests for comment regarding the matter. Access Restoration and Cyber Defense Focus Approximately 100…

Nigeria’s Initiative for Clean Cooking Gains Momentum Chief Nasarawa is spearheading an ambitious initiative to introduce 80 million clean cooking stoves across Nigeria. This project aims to promote sustainable cooking methods that can significantly improve public health and environmental conditions. As the designated royal flag bearer for this project, along with a broader initiative to plant and cultivate 4 billion trees in Nigeria, the Emir has expressed concerns about opportunistic individuals who may seek to divert the program for personal gain. Speaking at a recent two-day Strategic Project Implementation Management Retreat and Stakeholder Engagement for the Clean Cookstove Initiative in…

June 26, 2026, 11:01 a.m. ETAC Milan has appointed Massimo Calvelli as its new CEO, aiming to instill a winning culture within the renowned football club. This decision comes amidst the club’s recent rejection of an approach from New York City FC seeking to acquire American forward Christian Pulisic, as reported by ESPN.Calvelli, aged 51, succeeds Giorgio Furlani, who was dismissed last month following what US owner Redbird Capital Partners deemed a “clear failure” in managing the previous season.Redbird’s managing partner, Jerry Cardinale, emphasized the club’s mission to prioritize victory in all endeavours. “In everything AC Milan is involved, we…

Federal Judge Grants Class Certification for Journalists in Anti-Immigration Protest Lawsuit In a significant development, a federal judge in California has granted class certification to plaintiffs in a lawsuit aimed at safeguarding journalists covering anti-immigration protests. U.S. District Judge Hernán Vela acknowledged that the plaintiffs, which include the Los Angeles Press Club and the News Guild, have demonstrated that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) operates under a policy that treats recordings of its agents as threats, often responding with excessive force. Implications for Journalistic Freedom The lawsuit impacts those who peacefully document immigration enforcement, deportation operations, or protests against…