The Nigerian Federal Government has condemned the killing of two nationals in South Africa and called for a swift investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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South Africa's national team celebrated a historic achievement by advancing past the World Cup group stage for the first time, returning home to a hero's welcome.
Argentina advanced to the World Cup last 16 after a hard-fought victory over Cape Verde, with Lionel Messi scoring early. Coach Lionel Scaloni praised his team's resilience.
A South African court has rejected Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala’s agreed eight-year plea deal on fraud and corruption charges, with the magistrate proposing a 12-year prison sentence instead.
Legal proceedings against activist Omoyele Sowore and accusations of institutional bias dominate Nigeria's political landscape as parties gear up for the 2027 elections.
Traditional and political leaders in Nigeria are calling for reduced wedding spending, greater support for petty traders, intentional parenting, and recognition of religious leaders' societal contributions.
Morocco reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw. They will face Canada in Houston.
South Africa faced heightened tensions on June 30, 2026, as nationwide anti-migrant demonstrations unfolded, prompting government intervention, police mobilisation, and regional concern over rising xenophobia.
Nigerian police and civil defense units rescued 24 kidnapping victims, arrested over 90 suspects, and recovered weapons in operations across Oyo, Delta, and Yobe states. Security forces also apprehended two Togolese army deserters in Lagos.
Consumers in Nigeria and South Africa are seeing fuel price reductions as improved domestic supply and lower global crude oil prices ease inflationary pressures.
Paraguay produced a historic upset by defeating four-time champion Germany 4-3 on penalties in the Round of 32, marking one of the greatest shocks in World Cup history.
Protests against illegal migration and rising crime took place in Pretoria and Soweto, with police on high alert and urging marchers to avoid violence.
Colombian authorities arrested a 46-year-old doctor in Bogotá after influencer Natalia Villalba was found dead in a suitcase. In South Africa, five suspects were apprehended for breaking into container tuck shops in Hammarsdale.
Enugu State has awarded scholarships to 760 students and teachers, while Sokoto State University launches a transnational education partnership with a Turkish university to boost research and academic collaboration.
Paga is rolling out tokenized investment products through its payments infrastructure, while Siiqo launches social commerce tools on Telegram to help small businesses grow online.
The Nigerian federal government has called on petrol marketers to reduce fuel prices following a decline in global crude oil prices, reaffirming its commitment to deregulation under the Petroleum Industry Act.
SMEDAN secures $12 million from South Korea for a skills acquisition center and launches a N500 million zero-interest fund for MSMEs, while the government rolls out a N100 million support package for women traders in Jigawa.
From the UK's new asylum accommodation charges to a lawsuit over Ghana's alleged secret deportation pact with the US and missing deportees in Venezuela after earthquakes, immigration policies are under scrutiny across continents.
Nigerian MSMEs face mounting pressure from government economic policies, while the administration advances high-value investment talks with Tanzania and Dangote Group in infrastructure and energy.