Every Goal Lionel Messi Has Scored at the World Cup Lionel Messi’s 16 World Cup goals are the joint-most in tournament history. Sports Illustrated · Jun 17
SEEPCO supplies 6 million barrels of Nigerian crude to Indian refiners Amidst West Asia crisis concerns, India's state-run refiners diversified oil supplies by sourcing nearly six million barrels from Nigeria's SEEPCO between March and May 2026. This move, utilizing crude from SEEPCO's Okwuibome field, bypassed the Strait of Hormuz, bolstering India's energy security during global uncertainty. The Economic Times · Jun 16
Bulletin world briefing: Trump sends fiery warning to Iran as peace deal in the balance Trump’s five-word threat to Iran as peace deal comes under pressure Fujitsu chair steps down after ‘inappropriate conduct’ claims Nine dead in Nigeria after bus driver ‘failed to check for oncoming trains’ ‘Green Boots’ to be removed from Everest after 30 years in death zone Extremely rare ‘ghost dog’ captured… The Independent UK · Jun 16
Nigerians tell their stories of banditry. ‘A month will not go by without someone being killed in this village.’ Banditry is widespread in Nigeria. It has been defined as “a loose collection of various criminal groups involved in kidnap-for-ransom, armed robbery, cattle rustling, rape and sexual violence, pillage and attacks on traders, farmers and travellers, particularly in Nigeria’s northwest region”. The Conversation · Jun 16
At least 17 people killed by gunmen in Nigeria More than a dozen farmers have been killed by gunmen in Nigeria, as attacks by armed gangs have increased in recent months. AAP · Jun 13
Folarin Balogun, who could have played for England or Nigeria, scores 2 for US in FIFA World Cup debut Folarin Balogun made a stunning World Cup debut for the United States. He scored two goals in their opening 4-1 win against Paraguay. The striker's performance thrilled the sold-out crowd at SoFi Stadium. Balogun's decision to represent the US has paid off handsomely. He became the first American to score… The Economic Times · Jun 13
At least 17 people killed by gunmen in northwestern Nigeria Gunmen have killed at least 17 farmers and wounded about 13 others in northwestern Nigeria The Independent UK · Jun 13
Argentina vs Algeria World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks Argentina open as -245 favorites vs Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium on June 16. Our Group J picks back the defending champs in this World Cup 2026 preview. Sports Lens · Jun 13
Lassa Fever Nigeria 2026: 663 Confirmed Cases, 167 Deaths, 25 Percent Fatality Rate as US Healthcare Experts Issue Urgent Warning to Travelers Nigeria's 2026 Lassa fever outbreak: 663 confirmed cases, 167 deaths, 25.2% case fatality rate — up from 18.5% last year — across 22 states. 39 healthcare workers infected. NETEC warns U.S. clinicians to increase suspicion in returning travelers. Here is what patients and providers need to know. Medical Daily · Jun 13
Diphtheria Outbreak 2026: CDC Issues New Sub-Saharan Africa Travel Alert Covering 7 Countries with Over 20,000 Cases and 1,252 Deaths in 2025 The CDC issued a new diphtheria travel alert for Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, and Somalia on June 2, 2026. WHO documented 20,412 suspected cases and 1,252 deaths in Africa in 2025. Here is what travelers and unvaccinated Americans need to know. Medical Daily · Jun 12
Joseph Ana obituary Other lives: Urologist and GP who worked for 20 years in the NHS before returning to Nigeria to become a regional health commissioner The Guardian - UK · Jun 12
Nigerian man unable to claim Italian lottery win gains residency permit Former street seller celebrates newfound rights after debacle in claiming €500,000 scratchcard prize while undocumented The Guardian - UK · Jun 12
Indian sailors, ship fined $6 million in Lagos cocaine case A Nigerian court has convicted 11 Indian sailors and their vessel, MV Aruna Hulya, for cocaine trafficking. Authorities discovered 31.5 kilograms of cocaine aboard the ship at Apapa port. The court imposed fines totaling approximately $6 million, including restitution for the vessel, sending a strong message against international drug trafficking. The Economic Times · Jun 12
Can African small businesses benefit from China's zero-tariff policy? {Business Africa} Can small-scale local farmers in Zambia overcome strict quality and credit barriers to leverage China's new zero-tariff policy? Meanwhile, as fuel costs climb, Nigerian consumers turn to electric vehicles despite persistent power supply challenges. Euronews · Jun 11
The Independent UK · Jun 11 First group of Nigerians returns home after anti-immigration protests in South Africa The first group of Nigerians has returned home from South Africa following government-ordered repatriation due to anti-immigration protests
AAP · Jun 11 SPO:Rusty Ronaldo misses mark in Portugal World Cup warm-up Portugal enter the World Cup after a 2-1 warm-up win over Nigeria, and England scored a morale-boosting 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in Florida.
AAP · Jun 11 Rusty Ronaldo misses mark in Portugal World Cup warm-up Portugal enter the World Cup after a 2-1 warm-up win over Nigeria, and England scored a morale-boosting 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in Florida.
TechRadar · Jun 10 How to watch Portugal vs Nigeria: FREE streams, TV channels for World Cup 2026 warm-up All the ways to watch Portugal vs Nigeria live streams – including for FREE – with Cristiano Ronaldo set to feature in the World Cup 2026 warm-up in Leiria.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 10 How to Watch Portugal vs. Nigeria on TV, Live Stream The Iberians face the Super Eagles before flying out to the United States.
The Conversation · Jun 10 Nigeria raised electricity prices to improve supply. Why it hasn’t worked Nigeria’s electricity regulator triggered a big tariff shock in April 2024. It increased rates for some consumers by over 240%, citing the cost of producing and delivering power.
Bangkok Post · Jun 10 Young Thai girl allegedly forced by family into prostitution in Nigeria A 17-year-old Thai girl has been rescued after allegedly being forced into prostitution in Nigeria for two months by members of her family, including her mother.
Bangkok Post · Jun 10 Alleged Nigerian drug kingpin arrested in Bangkok after dramatic standoff Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) investigators arrested the alleged head of a Nigerian drug network in a dramatic late-night operation during which the suspect attempted to ram his way through a police blockade Tuesday night.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 10 Portugal vs. Nigeria—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Portugal takes on African giants Nigeria in its final outings before the World Cup.
The Independent UK · Jun 9 Nigeria’s conflict-hit Borno state battles cholera outbreak that has killed 74 A cholera outbreak in northeastern Nigeria’s Borno state has killed 74 people and infected more than 7,000 others since it started in early May
The Independent UK · Jun 9 Armed group kidnaps 39 people during negotiations in northwestern Nigeria Gunmen have abducted 39 people in northwest Nigeria who were meeting with the parents of a criminal leader