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On 2 July, Nigeria’s defence, intelligence, law enforcement, anti-corruption, emergency response, and public safety agencies took an extraordinary step by jointly addressing the nation on the state of national security. The initiative emerged from consultations among the leadership of these institutions under the coordination of the National Security Adviser (NSA). The Joint Security Press Briefing marked an important milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to address its evolving security challenges. More than a presentation of operational statistics, it demonstrated the growing maturity of Nigeria’s national security architecture — one built on coordination, transparency, accountability, and strategic communication.National security is often judged by…

A section of participants during the summit in Nairobi on July 4, 2026/COURTESY Education stakeholders have called for stronger partnerships among teachers, government, technology firms, universities and development partners to accelerate the adoption of education technology (EdTech) and better prepare learners for a rapidly changing world.The call was made during the Freedom 250 EdTech Innovators Summit held at the Kenya School of Government in Nairobi, where participants said collaboration would be key to ensuring technology improves learning outcomes and expands access to quality education.The two-day summit, organised by Tufunzeni in partnership with the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, brought together teachers, school…

Live coverage and text updates as cohosts Canada play Morocco in the round of 16 knockout stage.

Serena Williams has pulled out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury.The American pair, who are six-time doubles champions at the All England Club, were scheduled to reunite on a Grand Slam court for the first time since 2022 later on Saturday.However, 44-year-old Serena Williams is not fit enough to play after picking up a knee problem during her defeat by Australia’s Maya Joint on Tuesday.The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion did not speak to the media following the match, with Wimbledon organisers saying she was “not able to undertake” her duties.”I’m…

The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to preventing flooding across the state through sustained desilting of waterways, public sensitisation, and the implementation of strategic erosion control projects. Ademola Aderinto, the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, made this known during an interview in his office while speaking on the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction and the state’s preparedness for the rainy season. According to the Commissioner, the 2026 weather forecast released by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) indicates that Oyo State is expected to experience rainfall over a significant part of the year, although the total volume of rainfall…

Earlier this month, an intriguing new Detroit-based electric vehicle startup hit the market – Slate Auto, a Jeff Bezos-backed venture offering something US buyers rarely see these days – a pick up truck billed as “affordable”.Its base price is $24,950, making it one of the lowest-cost autos in the US market and close to half the price of the average new vehicle. But as the US contends with sharply rising auto costs, even Slate may be getting left behind in the global electric vehicle (EV) transition. The global EV industry is entering a golden age powered by cheap Chinese cars…

In his letter, Pinkerton said: “This has never been about a golf course…nor is it about opposing a new hospital.”He added that the site is “fundamentally unsuitable” because of the impact on “transport and accessibility” and that the development “would destroy part of the historic Frimley Common.”The letter went on to say that he “was disappointed that your response at PMQs did not engage with these substantive concerns” and that his constituents “deserved answers, not political point-scoring”.Pinkerton also raised concerns about transparency on finances, the cost of the works, and the “integrity of the site selection process,” including questions about…

Africa’s representation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been reduced to just two teams after Ghana and Cape Verde suffered narrow Round of 32 defeats to Colombia and defending champions Argentina respectively. Their exits leave Morocco and Egypt as the continent’s only remaining representatives in the Round of 16. While the Atlas Lions will be up against co-hosts Canada in the Round of 16, Egypt have a tougher assignment against the defending champions Argentina who narrowly scraped past Cape Verde. Tunisia were the first African side to exit the tournament after failing to progress from the group stage. In…

Beyoncé is setting off some Independence Day fireworks of her own, releasing a new song called “Morning Dew (Donk)” as a surprise 4th of July gift to fans. Listen to the slow-groove tune below. The song, according to an announcement put out by the singer’s Parkwood Entertainment, starts a 60-day countdown to her next birthday and the re-issue of B’Day, her groundbreaking second album that was released two decades ago on September 4, 2006. Written by Beyoncé, Pharrell Williams, The-Dream and Darius Dixon, and produced by Beyoncé and Pharrell Williams, “Morning Dew (Donk)” is her first new song in two…

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has challenged the Bola Tinubu administration to account for public expenditure omitted from Nigeria’s recent budgets, as flagged by International Monetary Fund. He described the development as evidence of “institutional corruption” at the highest levels of government. Reacting to the International Monetary Fund’s disclosure that Nigeria excluded public spending equivalent to two per cent of its Gross Domestic Product from recent budget documentation, Atiku said the revelation raises serious constitutional and accountability concerns that demand immediate investigation. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Senior Special Assistant on…