Politics

Israeli strikes hit villages in southern Lebanon’s Iqlam al-Tuffah region

The Israeli military says it is attacking Hezbollah sites but civilians and infrastructure are repeatedly targeted.

Al Jazeera•2/28/2026

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Transfer: Barcelona makes final decision with Man Utd over signing Rashford permanently

Barcelona has made a final decision with Manchester United over the signing of Marcus Rashford on a permanent transfer. According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have made a final agreement with the Premier League club to pay the €30million option in €10million instalments for Rashford’s signature. The report added that the Blaugrana have also agreed personal […] Transfer: Barcelona makes final decision with Man Utd over signing Rashford permanently

Ex-Man Utd player, Jesse Lingard’s possible next club revealed

Former Manchester United attacking midfielder, Jesse Lingard’s possible next club has been revealed. According to ESPN Brasil, Lingard is in advanced talks to join Brazilian side Corinthians. The report added that Corinthians have agreed a contract with the Englishman and are hoping to finalise a deal imminently. The move will see Lingard link up with […] Ex-Man Utd player, Jesse Lingard’s possible next club revealed

El-Rufai’s sympathizers not from Kaduna – Shehu Sani

Former lawmaker who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani, has spoken about his rift with former Governor Nasir El-Rufai. Speaking during an interview on ‘Hard Copy’, a programme on Channels Television on Friday, Sani said his responses on social media about El-Rufai were as a result of his attacks on President Bola Tinubu and […] El-Rufai’s sympathizers not from Kaduna – Shehu Sani

Business Day Nigeria•2/28/2026

Busayo Olanipekun: Expanding responsible retail credit access in Nigeria

Busayo Olanipekun is a seasoned credit professional with extensive experience in banking and financial risk management. He began his career read more Busayo Olanipekun: Expanding responsible retail credit access in Nigeria

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Umahi: Don’t use influence to silence critics – Kingibe warns

The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Ireti Kingibe has warned politicians against using influence to silence critics. Kingibe issued the warning on Friday while addressing newsmen shortly after the release of a woman simply identified as Tracy Ohiri, who accused the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi of owing her N250m 12 years ago […] Umahi: Don’t use influence to silence critics – Kingibe warns

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FIFA’s delay in 2026 World Cup verdict raises concerns ahead of Super Eagles four-nation tournament

Earlier this week, the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, confirmed that the Super Eagles will participate in a Four-Nation Invitational Tournament in Amman, Jordan. Hosts Jordan, Iran, and Costa Rica are the other teams taking part in the tournament. Here is the kicker: the fixtures will be played during next month’s FIFA men’s international match window. […] FIFA’s delay in 2026 World Cup verdict raises concerns ahead of Super Eagles four-nation tournament

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Independent Nigeria•2/28/2026

Ooni Installs Chief Saka Awojoodu as Jaaran Adimula of Ile-Ife

The Ooni of Ife approved and installed Chief Saka Awojoodu as Jaaran Adimula, with palace leaders saying the process followed long-standing customs and supports institutional continuity in Ile-Ife.

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Lithium Producer SQM Sees Global Demand Growing 25% This Year

Top lithium producer SQM said it sees world demand for the battery metal growing about 25% this year, after reporting record quarterly sales volume as the industry emerges from a global glut.

Bloomberg•2/28/2026

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Business Day Nigeria•2/28/2026

Failing the future: Nigeria’s education under admission strain

For many young Nigerians, gaining university admission has become a test of endurance rather than ability. As applications surge and read more Failing the future: Nigeria’s education under admission strain

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