Barcelona are preparing a third bid for Manchester City midfielder Rodri after two offers were rejected, with negotiations complicated by City’s valuation and the player’s reported desire to return to Spain.
Day: August 14, 2026
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu has apologised to Nigerians after Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, prompting scrutiny of preparation, tactics and football administration.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has defended public support for marriage under Shariah, prompting debate over religion, public funds, constitutional safeguards, accountability and social policy in Nigeria.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Nigerians can apply for the 2026/27 UK Commonwealth Fellowships, with Professional and Academic opportunities offering funded UK placements, living support and international development experience. Applications close August 25, 2026.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
NAQS recruitment applicants await official clarification on the 2026 shortlist after the previously announced August 13 timetable, with no verified new release date confirmed as of August 14.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Kaduna police have arrested six suspected kidnappers during intelligence-led operations targeting criminal networks, with raids in Anchau, Ikara and Makarfi and weapons recovered.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Ecuadorian police seized 469kg of cocaine near the Colombian border with Erling Haaland’s image appearing on some packages, highlighting the branding tactics of drug-trafficking networks.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Nigel Farage has won the 2026 Clacton by-election for Reform UK, defeating satirical candidate Count Binface in a historic contest featuring 34 candidates and boycotted by major parties.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Real Warri Pikin, Delta Groups End Dispute, Unite to Deliver Planned Effurun Comedy Show! Nigerian comedian and actress Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri […]
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Seven workers have died and 19 were rescued after water and debris flooded a tunnel under construction at a hydropower project in Uttarakhand, India, with rescue teams searching for missing workers.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
RATTAWU honours DSS DG Oluwatosin Ajayi for strategic intelligence and national security contributions, amid growing recognition of his engagement with Nigeria’s media sector.