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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has kicked off amid widespread controversies involving visa restrictions, immigration issues, ticket pricing concerns, and the growing influence of politics on global football.
The South African government has announced plans to charge countries, including Nigeria, for the cost of deporting their nationals who violate immigration laws.
Protesters in Kwara State have issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the government, demanding urgent action to secure the release of kidnapped victims and improve security across affected communities.
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has expressed support for the establishment of state police, saying the state is fully prepared for the decentralised security system being debated nationally.
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, says the insecurity affecting the state is a deliberate attempt by “enemies” to keep Plateau in poverty, adding that his administration will not negotiate with criminals.
As part of activities marking Democracy Day, the Cross River State Government has introduced electric vehicles for senior civil servants to promote cleaner energy and improve public service mobility.
Former Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, says late military ruler General Sani Abacha was willing to negotiate with MKO Abiola after the June 12 annulment, but firmly rejected any arrangement that recognised him as President.
The National Industrial Court in Abuja has upheld the dismissal of a former Deputy Director at the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), ruling that his termination over alleged gross misconduct was lawful and procedurally valid.
Democracy Day protests in Abuja turned chaotic after police reportedly fired teargas at demonstrators, causing activist Omoyele Sowore to stumble during the dispersal of the crowd.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s Democracy Day address, describing it as heavy on promises but lacking clear answers to Nigeria’s pressing challenges after three years in office.
The Secretary General of Afenifere, Chief Sola Ebiseni, has described June 12, 1993, as a watershed in Nigeria’s democratic evolution, saying it remains one of the most significant milestones in the country’s political history and a lasting symbol of the people’s will.
SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk has reportedly become the first individual in history to surpass a net worth of $1 trillion following the successful public listing of his aerospace company, whose shares surged sharply on debut trading.
