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Large-Scale Water Supply Network Launched in Abuja Desi Elmoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu announced the end of long-standing neglect for the outskirts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Monday, unveiling the New Hope Agenda (RHA) aimed at addressing infrastructural deficits. This initiative signifies a shift towards prioritizing the needs of residents in satellite towns like Karu, Orozo, and Jikwoyi, who have been deprived of essential services. During the inauguration of a major water supply network linking Kalu, Orozo, Jikwoyi, Kurdu, and other surrounding communities, President Tinubu emphasized that the New Hope Agenda is a sacred promise to the…

Argentina Takes Lead Against Austria Argentina secured a crucial 1-0 lead against Austria with a stunning goal from Lionel Messi in the 38th minute. The Argentine superstar displayed remarkable finesse, scoring from a well-coordinated setup. This goal also established Messi as the all-time leading scorer in Men’s World Cup history, marking a significant milestone in his illustrious career. Lionel Messi beats Austria’s Alexander Schlager to score his first goal. Photo: Hannah McKay/Reuters Match Progress and Tensions Rise As the game approached the 77-minute mark, tensions flared with a confrontation between Facundo Medina and Konrad Reimer, both of whom received yellow…

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Subpoena of Minnesota Officials A federal judge has halted the Trump administration’s effort to subpoena Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and other state officials. The judge accused the Justice Department of misusing its investigative powers to retaliate against state leaders who resisted federal initiatives aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration. Subpoena Found to Be Retaliatory In a ruling issued on Monday, U.S. District Judge Patrick Schultz determined that the “primary purpose” of the subpoena was to coerce Minnesota authorities into supporting federal enforcement of immigration laws, while also harassing those who refused to comply. This…

Federal High Court Hears Prosecution in Wiretapping Case Against Former Kaduna Governor A Federal High Court in Abuja has accepted the testimony of a Department of State Services (DSS) witness in the trial of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai. The ex-governor stands accused of tapping the phone line of the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. During an interview on Arise TV Prime Time in February, El-Rufai asserted that he had monitored NSA telephone conversations. Key Testimony Presented Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju, the second prosecution witness, testified that El-Rufai made his controversial comments during an interview on…

Julius Berger Nigeria Announces New Board Appointments Julius Berger Nigeria Ltd. has appointed Dr. Muizu Adeyemi Banire, a distinguished Nigerian lawyer and activist, as a non-executive director on its board. This announcement was made on June 22, 2026, through a statement issued by the Company Secretary, Mr. Cecilia Ekanem-Maduke, which was communicated to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and the investing public. Leadership Changes within the Company In addition to Dr. Banire’s appointment, Julius Berger Nigeria announced that Mr. Chinazo Okoye will serve as acting director, succeeding Dr. Ernest N. Azedial Obiejesi. This leadership transition is part of the company’s…

The landscape for the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is emerging as the tournament expands, distinguishing the leading contenders from those facing elimination. With the new 48-team format and round of 32 structure being introduced for the first time in World Cup history, the qualifying process has become notably more intricate. In this revised setup, the top two teams from each of the 12 groups will automatically secure their passage to the knockout stage, along with the top eight third-placed teams. Consequently, while many nations still nurture ambitions of advancing, others are already preparing for departures home.…

Judge Defends Minnesota Officials Against Federal Subpoena A federal judge has intervened in a contentious legal battle, blocking the Trump administration’s effort to subpoena Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and other state officials. In a ruling issued on Monday, U.S. District Judge Patrick Schlitz characterized the federal action as an attempt to “harass and retaliate” against public officials. Government’s Motivations Called Into Question In his decision, Judge Schlitz declared that the “primary purpose” of the subpoena was not merely information gathering, but rather to coerce Minnesota authorities into assisting the federal government in its enforcement of civil immigration laws. This raised…

Court Denies Ex-Girlfriend’s Testimony Request in High-Profile Case A judge has declined a motion by Tyler Robinson’s attorney to subpoena his ex-girlfriend for in-person testimony during next month’s court proceedings. Robinson, aged 23, faces serious accusations in connection with the murder of Charlie Kirk, a right-wing activist who was killed last year following a debate at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. The charges against him include aggravated murder. Judge Rules on Subpoena and Alternative Evidence On Monday, Judge Tony Graff Jr. sided with prosecutors by granting a motion to quash the defense’s request to compel Lance Twiggs to testify…

Emomotimi Agama Advocates for Enhanced Cooperation Among African Markets Emomotimi Agama, the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has emphasized the need for stronger collaboration among African financial markets to enhance interconnectivity and spur the development of innovative financial products. Significant MoU Signed with Rwanda Capital Market Authority This initiative coincided with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Nigerian SEC and the Rwanda Capital Market Authority (CMA) in Abuja on Monday. Details of the Collaborative Framework The agreement outlines various areas of cooperation, including investor education, capital market development, regulatory information exchange, capacity building,…

June 22, 2026, 3:38 a.m. ET Coach Buvista Expresses Frustration Over Player Conduct Cape Verde’s coach, Buvista, voiced his disappointment regarding an incident involving one of his Uruguayan players. He noted that the player ceased assisting with a cramp intervention to engage in the offensive play that resulted in Uruguay’s equalizing goal. First Half Lead Ends in Disappointment After an impressive first half marked by a stunning free kick from Kevin Pina, Cape Verde entered the break with a 1-0 advantage. However, the momentum shifted dramatically, leaving them trailing at halftime. Unusual Circumstances Surround Uruguay’s Equalizer Uruguay’s first goal materialized…