Barcelona Explore Fresh Loan Deal to Keep Marcus Rashford Amid Financial Constraints

FC Barcelona are considering a creative solution to retain Marcus Rashford as they struggle to trigger the €30 million permanent transfer clause agreed with Manchester United. Rashford, who joined the Catalan club on loan, is reportedly keen to remain in Spain after rediscovering his form under manager Hansi Flick. The 28-year-old forward is said to have made it clear to […]

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Explosions Rock Maiduguri as Residents Report Blasts in Three Locations

Multiple explosions were reported in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on Monday evening, sparking panic among residents. Sources said the incidents occurred around 7:30 p.m. on March 16, 2026, with blasts heard in different parts of the city. A resident, Abdul Ahmed, said the explosions were heard near the El-Kanemi Monday Market and the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH). Another […]

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Trump Criticises UK Over Iran War Response, Urges Support in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticised the United Kingdom’s response to the ongoing Iran conflict, saying he was “not happy” and “very surprised” by the stance of Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Trump said the UK should be “enthusiastically involved” in supporting U.S. efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran is currently blockading, disrupting global oil and […]

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NAWOJ Edo Marks International Women’s Day with Advocacy Event, Humanitarian Outreach

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, Edo State Chapter, led by its Chairperson, Habiba Sam, partnered with the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development to commemorate the International Women’s Day 2026 celebration at the New Festival Hall Government House. The event brought together government officials, civil society organisations, media practitioners, women’s rights advocates and members of the public to […]

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Mikel Urges NFF Leadership to Resign Over Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Failure

Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has called on the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to step down following the country’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. Mikel also urged the Federal Government to investigate Nigeria’s inability to win its World Cup qualifying group, which included Rwanda, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Benin […]

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Nigeria Moves to Revive Idle Power Plants with New Grid Asset Management Company

The Federal Executive Council has approved the incorporation of the Grid Asset Management Company Limited(GAMCO) as part of a new effort to tackle Nigeria’s long-standing electricity challenges. The commercially structured company will focus on reviving underperforming government-owned power plants and addressing major bottlenecks in the national grid. According to officials, the initiative could recover about 1,600 megawatts of electricity […]

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Igbinedion Secondary School Expels Students After Viral Bullying Video Sparks Outrage

Management of Igbinedion Secondary School has expelled students involved in a viral bullying incident that shocked viewers and triggered protests from parents and members of the public. The incident, which reportedly occurred in Benin City, came to light after a disturbing video circulated online showing two senior students assaulting a junior colleague inside what appeared to be an […]

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