Latest News from Tuesday, June 16th, 2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the results of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination mop-up exercise conducted for candidates affected by technical issues, absentee cases and other approved circumstances.

Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) 2027 general elections presidential candidate Peter Obi has welcomed the prisoner transfer agreement between Nigeria and Ethiopia while expressing sadness over the reported deaths of four Nigerians held in Ethiopian prisons.

Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has become one of the first breakout stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a remarkable performance against Spain turned him into an overnight global sensation.

Senator Adams Oshiomhole has reignited the controversy surrounding the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, alleging that signatures were improperly included in the Senate report that recommended her removal, in a move that has added fresh pressure on Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

The Nigeria Police Force's Zone 2 Headquarters in Lagos has expressed grief over the death of Deputy Commissioner of Police Salihu Khan, describing him as a dedicated officer whose service left a lasting impact on the force.

African teams continued to make headlines at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday as debutants Cabo Verde held European champions Spain to a shock draw, while Egypt came within minutes of a famous victory over Belgium.

Nollywood actor and politician Emeka Ike has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Lere Olayinka, a media aide to Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, over the alleged unauthorised release of his voter registration information.

Tunisia has sacked its national football team head coach Sabri Lamouchi after the 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

President Bola Tinubu on Monday reaffirmed his administration's commitment to strengthening Nigeria's judiciary, declaring that the rule of law must be supported by modern infrastructure, improved welfare and institutional reforms capable of deepening democracy.