Latest News from Tuesday, June 30th, 2026

The Federal Government on Tuesday received 269 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa, as efforts continue to bring home citizens who opted for voluntary repatriation ahead of the June 30 deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave the country.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to online publisher and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, while imposing fresh conditions for his release.

Morocco moved one step closer to another memorable FIFA World Cup run after defeating the Netherlands in a dramatic penalty shootout to book a place in the Round of 16 at the 2026 tournament.

African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi says Nigeria's political problems will not end unless citizens stop accepting bad leadership and hold public officials accountable.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the biggest reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) since it was created 53 years ago, introducing a new technology-driven structure, skills training and changes to the orientation camp programme.