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The European Union has expressed concern over the latest executions in Jordan and Kuwait, reiterating its unequivocal opposition to the death penalty in all cases and under all circumstances. A statement issued on Wednesday pointed to the June 21 execution of six individuals in Jordan and recalled that the country had upheld a de facto moratorium on executions and capital punishment since 2017. The EU said the death penalty violates the right to life and cannot be carried out without violating the right to be free from torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. “Capital punishment has…

New Real Madrid signing, Marc Cucurella, has said he would have no problem doing the “dirty work” of defending for Vinicius Junior. Cucurella completed a €55 million move from Chelsea to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer. One of the most intriguing aspects of the Spaniard’s arrival is how he will link up with Vinicius Jr on the left side of the pitch. Cucurella has now vowed to help keep the Brazilian fresh to do damage in attack. He told Marca: “I think we’ll get along well. I don’t care if he doesn’t track back, I’ll do everything he doesn’t want…

Operatives of the Bauchi State Police Command have foiled an alleged cattle rustling operation and recovered six cows in the Bakal area of Bauchi metropolis. The command said the recovery followed credible intelligence received on June 23, 2026, indicating that suspected cattle rustlers were moving the animals towards a riverbank through the Goskaram axis of the city. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the command’s spokesman, SP Nafiu Habib, the information was received through the ‘A’ Division Police Headquarters, Township, Bauchi. Acting on the tip-off, police operatives, in collaboration with local vigilantes and led by the Divisional Police…

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, June 24, 2026: Nigerian currency records highest depreciation in two weeks The naira extended its bearish run to record the highest depreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira weakened further to N1,380.08 per dollar on Wednesday from N1,370.64 traded on Tuesday. This means that on a day-to-day basis, the Naira slipped by N9.44 against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market. Meanwhile, at the black market, the Naira remained flat at N1,400 per dollar, the same rate multiple bureaus de…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised presidential spokesman Mr Bayo Onanuga over his recent comments on the economic situation in the country, describing them as insensitive. Recall that on Tuesday, during an appearance on Arise TV, Onanuga stated that he does not see the level of hunger Nigerians are complaining about. Reacting to this, the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, took to his X handle on Wednesday, stating that Onanuga’s remarks were evidence that the APC-led government is disconnected from the realities facing Nigerians. He said: “Mr Bayo Onanuga’s comments are not merely insensitive; they are a startling…

The deputy leader of Russia’s Yabloko opposition party has been sentenced to seven years in prison due to social media posts that criticized the war in Ukraine. Maxim Kruglov, a former city councillor in Moscow, was arrested last October on allegations of disseminating “false information” regarding the Russian military. The charges stemmed from two posts he made in April 2022; one denounced the civilian casualties of the Ukraine war, while the other criticized the actions of the Russian army in Bucha, a suburb of Kyiv where numerous civilians were discovered executed following the withdrawal of Russian forces from the area.…

Jose Mourinho has insisted that Real Madrid are the best club in the world. The 63-year-old is set to return to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer for a second stint. Mourinho has now ranked Madrid above eternal LaLiga rivals Barcelona. “Real Madrid is the best club in the world. Barcelona is one of the best after Real Madrid,” Mourinho said. He further doubled down when analyzing the playing style and history of the two club. “Barcelona is seen as the team that plays amazing style, the team that scores a lot of goals. But this is a big contradiction. “The…

The trial of former Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, and seven others over alleged misappropriation suffered a setback on Wednesday as the State High Court adjourned the case until October 14. Ganduje is standing trial alongside his wife, Hafsat Umar, on an 11-count charge bordering on bribery, conspiracy, misappropriation and diversion of public funds amounting to billions of naira. Other defendants in the suit are Abubakar Bawuro, Abdullahi Umar, Jibrilla Muhammad, Lamash Properties Ltd, Safari Textiles Ltd and Lasage General Enterprises Ltd. When the case came up for hearing of all pending applications, counsel to the prosecution, Mr Victor Oni, told the court…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has uncovered and dismantled an industrial-scale methamphetamine laboratory concealed in a forest in Oyo State, leading to the arrest of a Mexican national and four Nigerians allegedly linked to the operation. The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the agency through its Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi. According to the statement, the clandestine drug facility was discovered on June 17, 2026, at Tapa Village in Ibarapa North Local Government Area of Oyo State during a special operation carried out by NDLEA tactical operatives. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of…

Swedish Allsvenskan club, Djurgården have announced the signing of Nigerian winger, Angelo Agbejoye, DAILY POST reports. Agbejoye, who penned a five-year contract, joined Djurgården from Grassrunners FC. He was scouted by Djurgården during a local tournament in Nigeria. The winger is the club’s first signing of the summer transfer window. The 18-year-old is determined to make impact at his new club. “I am very happy and grateful to be here. “My main strengths are speed, attack, finesse, scoring and hitting crucial passes, creating chances and, in short; win,” Agbejoye told the club’s official website.