By Ado Salisu With only three days to the start of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the first batch of Team Nigeria athletes and officials will depart their pre-Games training camp in Aberdeen, Scotland, for the host city of Glasgow on Tuesday, July 21. The second batch will move into the Games Village on Friday, July 24, joining teammates already on the ground for the opening days of competition. The phased movement follows weeks of intensive training and acclimatization in Aberdeen, where Team Nigeria has fine-tuned its preparations for one of the Commonwealth’s biggest sporting events. The National Sports Commission (NSC)…
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From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a suspected foreign terrorist fighter alongside a woman alleged to be an illegal immigrant during a security operation in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended at about 11:48 a.m. on July 19 by troops of the 115 Task Force Battalion operating in the Lassa–Dilli general area. The first suspect, identified as Musa Fashir, 32, is suspected to be a Sudanese national allegedly linked to terrorist elements operating in the North-East. The second suspect, identified as Mary Florence, 36,…
Daga Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Sojojin Rundunar Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) tare da hadin gwiwar jami’an Rundunar ‘Yan Sandan Najeriya (MOPOL), sun dakile yunkurin da ‘yan ta’addar ISWAP suka yi na sace dalibai a Kwalejin ‘Yan Mata ta Gwamnatin Tarayya (FGGC), Monguno, a Jihar Borno. Lamarin ya faru da misalin karfe 1:30 na dare a ranar 19 ga Yuli, 2026. A halin yanzu, Gwamnatin Jihar Borno na amfani da harabar makarantar FGGC a matsayin masaukin wucin gadi ga daliban Kwalejin Fasaha ta Tarayya da ke Monguno. Wannan na kunshe ne cikin wata sanarwa da mukaddashin jami’in yada labarai na Hedikwatar…
By Ado Salisu The Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) has unveiled a 21-player squad for the 2026 World Youth Scrabble Championship, scheduled to take place from August 7 to 9 at the Trademark Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya. Nigeria heads into the tournament with high expectations, relying on a blend of experienced champions and emerging talents as it seeks to make a strong impression against the world’s best young Scrabble players. The team will be led by the 2025 World Best Female Player, Sophia Ebube Ekeruche, alongside Abdulqodus Aliu, who narrowly missed winning the world title in his category last year. Also…
By Shafi’u Yahaya IFING Media has successfully hosted a conference on Islamic finance, bringing together stakeholders from different sectors to discuss the role of Islamic finance in promoting entrepreneurship and economic development. One of the highlights of the event was the presentation of an award to renowned estate developer Alhaji Abdulmalik Mahadi in recognition of his outstanding contributions to supporting entrepreneurs. In his welcome address, the Chief Executive Officer of IFING Media, Alhaji Mudansir, thanked Almighty God for granting participants the opportunity to witness the conference. He described this year’s edition as the most credible so far, noting that it…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in collaboration with personnel of the Nigeria Police Mobile Force (MOPOL), have foiled an attempted mass abduction by suspected ISWAP terrorists at the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Monguno, Borno State. The incident occurred at about 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2026, at the FGGC facility, which is currently being used by the Borno State Government as temporary hostel accommodation for students of the Federal Polytechnic, Monguno. This was contained in a statement issued in Abuja by the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation…
By Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has commended Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda, for appointing the immediate past Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in the state, Comrade Husaini Hamisu Yanduna, as a Permanent Secretary in the state civil service. The commendation was contained in a statement signed by the State President of NULGE, Comrade Nasiru Wada Maiadua, who holds the traditional title of Dan Saran Daura. Maiadua described Yanduna’s appointment as well deserved, citing his wealth of experience, commitment, and exemplary leadership qualities. According to him, Yanduna’s leadership made significant…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Nagarta College, Sokoto, has held its maiden Speech and Prize-Giving Day in more than three decades, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s history. The 2026 event also featured the launch of the maiden edition of the Nagarta Magazine. Established in 1905, Nagarta College, regarded as the premier college in Northern Nigeria, last held its Speech and Prize-Giving Day in 1993. The college is the alma mater of the late Premier of Northern Nigeria, Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto; former President Alhaji Shehu Shagari; and two late Sultans of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Maccido…
By Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The 12th edition of the National Horse Racing Derby, tagged “Sokoto 2026,” ended in grand style on Saturday at the Sen. Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko International Race Course, Durbawa, following a week of thrilling competitions and cultural celebrations. The event, organised by the Nigerian Derby Horse Racing Association as part of activities marking the third anniversary of the administration of Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, attracted horse owners, jockeys and thousands of spectators from across Nigeria and neighbouring African countries. The grand finale featured five prestigious races: the Sultan’s Cup, Governor’s Cup, Sen. Aliyu…
By Usman Usman Garba In an era where social media has evolved beyond entertainment into a powerful platform for business, education and personal branding, Safiya Lawal Dalhat, popularly known as Sophy A China, is steadily carving a niche for herself as a young Nigerian entrepreneur and digital personality. With a growing presence on TikTok and other social media platforms, Sophy A China has attracted an expanding audience through content centred on entrepreneurship, business development, China sourcing and women’s economic empowerment. What distinguishes her from many social media personalities is the deliberate focus of her content. Rather than using digital platforms…