
Nigeria's Headline Inflation Edges Down to 15.91% in June
Nigeria’s annual headline inflation rate declined slightly to 15.91% in June 2026, from 15.93% in May, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.

ActionSA plans to approach the North Gauteng High Court to set aside a South African Police Service investigation that cleared two senior officers implicated in the Phala Phala scandal, alleging a cover-up.
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Nigeria’s annual headline inflation rate declined slightly to 15.91% in June 2026, from 15.93% in May, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.

Nigeria's Senate Public Accounts Committee has given external auditors of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited one week to explain ₦210 trillion in unexplained financial entries.

Abducted pupils from Oyo State have been rescued and returned home, with emotional reunions reported at LAUTECH Teaching Hospital. The incident has triggered a public dispute between Governor Seyi Makinde and SGF George Akume over federal response protocols.

The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Genomic City, a new initiative aiming to secure $500 million in annual research funding and establish the country as a leader in genomics.

A fire at a state-run child welfare home in east Algiers has killed eleven children and injured nineteen others, according to Al Jazeera. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune called the incident a huge loss.

One month after signing a preliminary agreement to de-escalate tensions, the US and Iran have resumed military strikes, reigniting conflict in the Middle East.

US President Donald Trump will attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New York-New Jersey, the White House confirmed Thursday. He is also scheduled to attend a FIFA reception at Trump Tower.

Nigeria U20 midfielder Shakirat Moshood has completed her transfer to Portuguese top-tier women's side SCU Torreense, signing a two-year contract.

The UK government has urged FIFA to investigate Argentine players who displayed a banner asserting sovereignty over the Falkland Islands during World Cup 2026 celebrations following their 2-1 semifinal win over England.

Four individuals, including a school principal, a NECO official, and two students, have been rescued by the Kogi State Government after being abducted during an attack on an unauthorized examination center in Olowa.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has asked the Western Cape High Court to halt impeachment proceedings, arguing they cause significant humiliation as the court prepares to rule on his urgent application.

Family and media pay tribute to late footballer Jayden Adams, highlighting his commitment to uplifting youth and fostering hope.

FIFA is reviewing match reports to determine whether Argentina will face sanctions for displaying a banner supporting its claim to the Falkland Islands after defeating England in the 2026 World Cup semi-final.

Ogun State has extended its work palliative and a monthly transport allowance for civil servants through September 2026, citing economic pressures from rising fuel prices.

Osun State police have confirmed the arrest of Adeniyi Adeyemi, alleged director-general of the non-existent Presidential Intervention Promotion Council, who was later seen boarding a private jet under security escort.

US forces launched strikes against Iran for the sixth straight night, according to the US military, amid escalating regional tensions.

Minister of Works David Umahi has broken his silence on the death of nurse Mary Habila at his residence, denying foul play and revealing details about her health and final moments.

Nigeria's Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, projects diaspora remittances to reach $1 billion monthly by end-2026, citing FX market reforms that have restored stability and boosted confidence.