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30/07/2026

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has advised President Bola Tinubu's administration to exercise caution in borrowing and managing Nigeria's growing public debt while ensuring that ongoing economic reforms translate into real benefits for citizens.

Speaking at the 7th Africa Emerging Markets Forum in Abuja, Okonjo-Iweala commended the Central Bank of Nigeria for its monetary and foreign exchange reforms but stressed that broader macroeconomic reforms must be supported by responsible fiscal management and sustainable debt policies.

She urged the government to remain disciplined in borrowing, warning that economic reforms should not only improve statistical indicators but also create jobs and improve the standard of living for millions of Nigerians.

According to her, the country's youthful population urgently needs employment opportunities and economic empowerment, adding that Nigerians must begin to experience the practical benefits of the government's reform agenda.

Latest figures from the Debt Management Office (DMO) show that Nigeria's total public debt rose to N159.28 trillion as of December 2025, an increase of N14.61 trillion from the previous year. The government is also expected to borrow more to finance the 2026 budget deficit.

Okonjo-Iweala noted that countries with stable economic policies and a conducive business environment would be better positioned to attract foreign investment as global companies continue diversifying their supply chains.

She therefore encouraged Nigeria to sustain reforms, strengthen investor confidence and create long-term economic opportunities capable of generating employment and improving the welfare of its citizens.
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27/07/2026

“We Can’t Run a Country on Vibes” – Rufai Oseni Criticizes Peter Obi

Popular broadcaster Rufai Oseni has sparked debate after criticizing Peter Obi, saying Nigeria cannot be governed on "vibes" or public enthusiasm alone. His remarks have generated mixed reactions online, with supporters and critics weighing in on the need for practical policies, leadership experience, and realistic solutions to the country's challenges.

💬 Do you agree with Rufai Oseni's statement, or do you think Peter Obi deserves a fair chance? Share your thoughts in the comments.

22/07/2026

Ime Okon on his experience at the FIFA World Cup 🗣

"Definitely [I learned something that I can bring To Hannover 96]. You're playing against the best players in the world at a World Championship," Okon told the club's media team

"The matches against top attackers, in particular, were invaluable experiences. I want to bring those impressions and what I learned there to the team and help them. Ultimately, it's about improving together as a team and having a successful season."

22/07/2026

‘HE’S LIKE POGBA’: EX-COACH ON CHIEFS’ SIGNING ADOLF MTASINGWA

Former Tanzania coach Adel Amrouche has likened Kaizer Chiefs’ new signing Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko to French star Paul Pogba after the Soweto giants secured the midfielder’s signature from Azam FC.

“He has good height, plays with simplicity and doesn’t complicate his life on the pitch. He can be even better if he finds an environment where he’s trusted and managed well,” Amrouche told .

“He’s like Pogba. Adolf has a nice passing range. He knows how to vary the game with long and short passes. I brought him into the national team when he didn’t have a club. He’s very humble and has so much potential to do a lot more than he has already.”

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22/07/2026

🚨FT : Nico Williams 1- 0 Argentina, where is his final time magic 😂

At least I'm happy a young Ghanaian boy win the FIFA World Cup for the first time.

Inaki Williams dierrr Banku 😂

22/07/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐎𝐟 𝐘𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞.
The 19-year-old RB Leipzig forward has 20 G/A in 32 matches this season. He’s been one of the best players for the German side.

But why is it a crazy story..?
The player from Ivory Coast joined Leganés in January last year, but where did he come from?

He went to the DME Academy in 2022 during high school in the USA, a kind of private boarding school focused only on sports. A group of players from that academy had a trial with AS FRENZI, a team in the UNITED PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE, a semi-professional league considered the “4th tier” of soccer in the United States.

He stood out with the American team in 2023 and the following year moved to Leganés in Spain to play for the B TEAM in the 4th division of Spain until he got an opportunity with the first team in March last year. Just a handful of games in Spain were enough for RB Leipzig to pay 20 MILLION EUROS for him.

And in this transfer window, you’ll probably hear a lot of speculation involving his name!
From a semi-professional league in the USA to the Bundesliga in just two years. Sensational story!

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21/07/2026

Nico Williams’ mother was pregnant when she left Ghana and crossed the Sahara Desert barefooted en route to Spain.

Nico handed his World Cup medal to her in the stands after becoming a World cup

21/07/2026

ADC Demands Full Disclosure of NNPC's ₦7.13trn "Energy Security" Spend for 2024

ABUJA, July 21 (CINA) — The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Federal Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to publicly account for ₦7.13 trillion recorded under "Energy Security" in the company's audited 2024 financial statements, a figure the party says rises to roughly ₦17.5 trillion once other fuel-related costs and receivables are included.

In a statement issued by National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party noted that public debate once centred on a pipeline surveillance contract valued at about ₦48 billion — a figure it says the 2024 "Energy Security" line now dwarfs by close to 14,800 percent. The ADC said protecting oil and gas infrastructure remains a legitimate national priority, but argued that spending of this scale cannot be shielded from scrutiny simply because it is framed as security expenditure.

The party pointed to public reporting that has identified Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd. — a company linked to Government Ekpemupolo, widely known as Tompolo — as a major beneficiary of pipeline surveillance contracts. It noted that Ekpemupolo has also emerged as a prominent mobiliser for President Bola Tinubu's re-election campaign, saying this overlap makes transparency "even more imperative," and questioned whether public funds appropriated for pipeline security remain fully separate from political mobilisation.
The ADC is asking for a full breakdown of energy security and pipeline surveillance spending since Tinubu took office in May 2023 — including which companies received contracts, how much each was paid, what outcomes resulted, and whether any independent value-for-money audit was conducted. It has called on the President, the Board and Management of NNPC Ltd., and relevant National Assembly committees to publish this breakdown.

NNPC Ltd.'s own 2024 consolidated financial statements offer some context for the figure: the company describes "energy security expense" as the cost that arises when the exchange rate used to fix petrol's ex-coastal price diverges from the actual exchange rate at the time import payments are settled — in effect, a subsidy-absorption cost rather than a single line of security contracting. On that basis, the expense rose to about ₦7.1 trillion in 2024, up from ₦4.8 trillion in 2023, an increase of roughly 48 percent. The company reported ₦45.1 trillion in total revenue for the year and a profit after tax of ₦5.4 trillion.

The ADC's demand comes as Nigerian households continue to face pressure from food, transport, and electricity costs, with the party arguing that Nigerians are entitled to see evidence that the spending has translated into greater energy security or improved living standards.

NNPC Ltd. and the Presidency had not issued a direct response to the ADC's specific disclosure demands as of press time.
(CINA)

21/07/2026

🚨🇬🇭BREAKING: Black Star’s Right-Back Tariq Lamptey has joined Championship side Queens Park Rangers🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 on a free transfer.

The defender had a spell with Fiorentina last year before his deal was cut short after his ACL injury.🤕

21/07/2026

Didier Drogba during a video call with Victor Osimhen:

🗣️🗣️ "I can confidently say we have someone who will carry on the legacy left by African football legends, and Victor Osimhen is the right man for the job. He fights for every ball, gives everything on the pitch, and has the mentality to reach even greater heights. My wish is to see a player of his caliber achieve more than we did and continue making Africa proud."

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