South Africa has confirmed it will not compensate Nigerians who evacuated the country amid anti-migrant unrest, with authorities stating that properties left behind, particularly in informal settlements or acquired illegally, do not qualify for reimbursement.
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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.
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.
South Korea announced a massive $500 billion semiconductor investment to meet surging AI demand, while China added 20 Japanese organizations to its export blacklist, escalating regional tech tensions.
The Plateau University chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened an indefinite strike over the unimplemented 2025 federal agreement, citing unpaid salary adjustments and allowances.
Multiple political parties, civil society organizations, and prominent figures are calling for an independent investigation into the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) scandal and the removal of Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila.
Kenya and Nigeria have begun evacuating their citizens from South Africa following a resurgence of xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants.
Cape Verde coach Bubista praised Lionel Messi after his team's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, calling the match 'the game of our lives.' Messi scored in the dramatic encounter.
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties to secure their first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory and advance to the last 16.
Egypt advanced to the Round of 16 at the World Cup after defeating Australia in a penalty shootout, with Mohamed Salah scoring a decisive panenka. They will face the winner of Argentina vs Cape Verde.
The Court of Appeal has overturned a lower court's decision allowing Muslim students to wear hijabs at the University of Ibadan International School, reinstating the school's ban on religious attire.
Nigeria's electoral commission has extended the Continuous Voter Registration period by two weeks and introduced an online self-service registration system for first-time voters.
The Independent National Electoral Commission has extended Nigeria's continuous voter registration by two weeks, pushing the new deadline to July 24, 2026, and introduced a full self-service option for applicants.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has approved the appointment of six new permanent secretaries to strengthen civil service leadership and sustain public sector reforms.
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki is scheduled to be arraigned on July 22, 2026, in a Kwara State High Court over alleged defamatory remarks against Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has commended the Nigerian Army for its operations against oil bunkering and pipeline vandalism, pledging sustained collaboration with the military.
The Federal Road Safety Corps has launched its 2026 recruitment exercise, opening applications for the Superintendent Route Commander position. Interested Nigerians can apply online at no cost for a four-week period.
Armed bandits assassinated the District Head of Kulodo, his son, and four residents during Asr prayer in Sokoto State, triggering protests and road blockades by outraged youths demanding government action.
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound grief over the death of Alhaji Ganiyu Kolapo Oseni, whom he described as a political mentor and visionary leader.