Rafael van der Vaart has criticised Frenkie de Jong following the Netherlands’ penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Barca Universal on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, De Jong played nearly 110 minutes before being substituted by coach Ronald Koeman during extra time. Morocco went on…
Umar Ardo, convener of the League of Northern Democrats, has weighed in on the internal crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), warning that ongoing legal disputes could reshape the party’s leadership. Speaking in an interview posted on Trust TV’s YouTube channel on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Ardo said, “The worst that can happen to…
The Nigerian government has stated it will not accept the “humiliation” or damage to its interests amid the wave of xenophobic attacks and anti-immigration marches. On Tuesday, June 30, thousands of people marched across South Africa to demand the departure of undocumented foreign nationals after a weeks-long campaign that has sent thousands fleeing and…
The Nigerian government will engage with the South African government to seek compensation for Nigerians forced to leave behind businesses and properties amid anti-immigrant protests, Acting Nigerian High Commissioner to South Africa, Alexander Ajayi says. Ajayi disclosed this during a television broadcast as another batch of Nigerians prepared to arrive under the Federal Government’s ongoing…
Celebrity couple, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will be celebrating their nuptials this holiday weekend in New York City after days of speculation about the most anticipated celebrity wedding of the year. The couple plans to have a rehearsal dinner Thursday evening and a wedding celebration Friday into the early hours of Saturday morning at…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has opened discussions with Société Nationale des Pétroles du Congo, the Republic of Congo’s national oil company, on a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening petroleum supply and regional energy cooperation. According to Daily Post on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, an SNPC delegation visited the refinery complex in Lagos, where both parties held…
Gunmen have abducted a pastor, Rev. Dr. Samuel Gbinde, in Benue State. Rev. Gbinde, a Resident Pastor of NKST Andyar in Saghev, was kidnapped along with two members of his congregation in the early hours of Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Nongo u Kristu u i Ser u sha Tar, NKST, (Universal Reformed Christian…
Arsenal F.C. have reportedly agreed in principle to sell Leandro Trossard for €20 million, with Beşiktaş J.K. leading the race for the Belgian winger. According to Football Transfers on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Trossard, 31, has been among Belgium’s standout performers at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring two goals and providing an assist, including…
Hannatu Bello, the sister of Abdullahi Bello, has recounted the events leading to her brother’s death after he was allegedly attacked in the Rantiya community of Jos South Local Government Area, Plateau State. According to Daily Trust on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Hannatu said Abdullahi left home on Sunday without any indication of trouble. The…
A High Court in Rivers State has sentenced Jerry Njoku to seven years’ imprisonment for defiling a 10-year-old girl. According to Punch Newspapers on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the court also ordered the convict to pay ₦5 million in compensation to the victim’s family, describing the offence as a grave violation of a child’s rights…
