Cape Verde defender Pico Lopes says his country’s historic FIFA World Cup debut has shown that small nations can compete on the biggest stage, despite the team’s 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina in the Round of 32. According to The Punch on Saturday, July 4, 2026, the Blue Sharks, representing an archipelago of…

Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, convener of the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), says he is challenging the eighth count in the criminal charges filed against him by the police, insisting he will defend himself against what he describes as unjust allegations. According to a Vanguard report published on Friday, July 3, 2026, the PFIPC…

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, says concerns that state governors could misuse proposed state police forces will be addressed through legislation as the State Police Bill progresses. According to a Daily Post report published on Friday, July 3, 2026, Kalu acknowledged fears expressed by Nigerians over the proposal, saying, “Some people…

Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development Solomon Dalung has called for a broad investigation into the alleged Presidential International Peaceful Future Council (PIPFC) fake agency controversy, arguing that senior government officials should be scrutinised. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Friday, July 3, 2026, Dalung said the probe should include President Bola Tinubu,…

Former Manchester United and France striker Louis Saha says he has slightly more respect for Cristiano Ronaldo than Lionel Messi, citing the Portugal captain’s mentality, work ethic and commitment to maintaining elite performance. According to a GOAL report published on Friday, July 3, 2026, Saha praised Ronaldo’s physical condition, saying the veteran forward continues to…

Minister of Works David Umahi has defended First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s remarks encouraging young Nigerians to embrace vocational skills, saying his own upbringing reflects the value of hard work and self-reliance. According to a Daily Post report published on Friday, July 3, 2026, Umahi responded to criticism of the First Lady’s suggestion that young people…

Former Oyo State First Lady Dr. Florence Ajimobi has arrived in Vienna to begin her duties as Nigeria’s Ambassador to the Republic of Austria and Permanent Representative to the international organizations based in the Austrian capital. Ajimobi announced her arrival in an Instagram post on Friday, July 3, 2026, sharing photographs marking the start of…

Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development Solomon Dalung has called for the suspension of Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila over the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) controversy, saying the Office of the Chief of Staff should be central to any investigation. According to a Daily Post report published on…

Ghana’s journey at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end after a hard-fought 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. A first-half goal by Jhon Arias was enough to send Colombia into the last 16 and knock the Black Stars out of the tournament. The Black Stars started the match with…

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, who represents Abia North Senatorial District, says the National Assembly will ensure the proposed State Police Bill contains safeguards to prevent abuse of the system by state governments. According to a Daily Post report published on Friday, July 3, 2026, Kalu acknowledged public concerns that governors could misuse state police powers…