CAF Considers Alternative Hosts for 2026 WAFCON After Morocco Postponement
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is actively exploring alternative hosts for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after Morocco indicated potential challenges in staging the tournament. Originally set for March 17 to April 3, CAF officially postponed the event to July 25–August 16, following consultations with FIFA and other stakeholders. While the […]
D’Tigress Unveil Final Squad for 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Qualifiers
Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have officially announced their 12-player squad for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament, confirmed by FIBA on March 5, 2026. The team posted the roster on official social media platforms, showcasing a mix of experienced and emerging talents. Key players include Ezinne Kalu, Sarah Ogoke, Amy […]
LeBron James Makes NBA History, Breaks All-Time Field Goal Record
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James etched his name deeper into NBA history on Thursday, breaking the all-time field goal record in a game against the Denver Nuggets. Despite this milestone, the Lakers fell 120-113 in a hard-fought match. James, who already holds the NBA all-time scoring record, surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s previous mark of 15,837 […]
China’s Strategy Amid the Iran Conflict: Balancing Oil, Economy, and Influence
China is carefully assessing the unfolding Iran war, aware of both immediate and long-term repercussions for its economy and global ambitions. While current oil reserves can meet domestic demand for several months, Beijing may need to rely on Russia if disruptions persist. The crisis comes at a time when China is grappling with slow consumption, […]
Plateau State Collaborates with Kukah Centre to Tackle Insecurity
The Kukah Centre has intensified efforts to address rising insecurity in Plateau State by organizing a standard operating procedure (SOP) validation workshop for members of Operation Rainbow, the state-owned security outfit. The initiative aims to improve coordination among security agencies and strengthen community-focused policing. The workshop, held in Jos, carried the theme, “Improving Community Security […]
Bauchi Governor Grants Clemency to 73 Inmates, Offers N100,000 Each for Reintegration
In a significant act of compassion during the holy month of Ramadan, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has granted unconditional pardons to 73 inmates across the state’s correctional facilities. Each beneficiary received N100,000 to support their reintegration into society, reinforcing the government’s commitment to rehabilitation over punishment. Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Mohammed emphasized […]
Yobe Stakeholders Applaud Tinubu Over NPC Commissioner Appointment
Yobe State residents, stakeholders, and community leaders have praised President Bola Tinubu for appointing Alhaji Tonga Betara as the new commissioner for the National Population Commission (NPC). The appointment reflects confidence in Betara’s record of service and the administration’s commitment to merit-based public service. Betara, who recently retired as Head of Service of the Yobe […]
Adamu Aliero Affirms APC Loyalty, Counters Defection Rumours in Kebbi
The Senator representing Kebbi Central, Adamu Aliero, has reassured his supporters of his continued commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC), following his absence at the party’s recent Kebbi state congress. Political observers noted heightened attention during the congress, with three serving senators absent, sparking rumours of possible internal fractures. Addressing these speculations during a […]
Media Experts Warn of Misinformation Risks in the Age of Citizen Journalism
Journalists are being urged to step up efforts against misinformation and disinformation as citizen journalism and artificial intelligence reshape the media landscape. The warning was issued at a symposium organized by Open African Tribune in Lekki, Lagos, themed “Citizen Journalism in the Age of the Algorithm.” Naakuu Paul-Birabi, Editor-in-Chief of Open African Tribune, stressed the […]
Bauchi Residents Lament Ordeal After Deadly Bandit Attacks Force Mass Displacement
Residents of several communities in Bauchi State have described the devastating impact of recent bandit attacks that forced them to abandon their homes and seek refuge in an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Kashere, Gombe State. The victims, mostly from villages in the Kare-Kare axis around Digare in Gwana District, said repeated assaults by […]