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WORLD CUP: England Beat France 6-4 in 10-Goal Thriller to Claim Third Place. England ended their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on a high after defeating France 6-4 in a breathtaking third-place playoff in Miami. The Three Lions produced a devastating first-half performance, racing into a commanding 4-0 lead before France launched a dramatic fightback …
US HOUSE MOVES TO WITHHOLD ALL AID TO NIGERIA OVER INSECURITY The United States House of Representatives has taken a major step towards withholding 100 per cent of certain US assistance to Nigeria, escalating pressure on the Federal Government over persistent insecurity and allegations of religious persecution. The development followed the adoption of an amendment …
R. KELLY SEEKS CLEMENCY, ASKS TRUMP TO REDUCE 31-YEAR PRISON SENTENCEDisgraced American R&B star R. Kelly has reportedly turned to United States President Donald Trump in a fresh attempt to secure relief from his lengthy prison sentence. The Grammy-winning singer, whose full name is Robert Sylvester Kelly, is seeking presidential clemency that could significantly reduce …
AUTONOMY BATTLE: STATES DEFY SUPREME COURT AS N10TN LG ALLOCATIONS REMAIN UNDER CONTROL Nearly two years after the Supreme Court delivered a landmark judgment granting financial autonomy to Nigeria’s 774 local government areas, questions are mounting over the continued control of council funds by state governments. Between July 2024 and June 2026, local governments received …
Singer Bella Shmurda Breaks Down in Tears, Alleges $4m Lagos Property Scam. Nigerian music star Bella Shmurda has sparked concern among fans after breaking down in tears while alleging that he was defrauded of a staggering $4 million in a Lagos property deal. The singer, whose real name is Abiola Akinbiyi, made the emotional revelation …
WORLD CUP CONTROVERSY: Argentina Face Possible FIFA Sanction Over Falklands Banner Display Argentina’s celebrations following their dramatic World Cup semifinal victory over England have been overshadowed by a fresh controversy, with the reigning world champions reportedly facing possible disciplinary action from FIFA over the display of a politically sensitive banner.Several Argentine players were seen holding …
WORLD CUP TOP SCORER: How Messi, Mbappé Golden Boot Race Will Be Decided The battle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot has developed into a dramatic showdown between two of football’s biggest superstars — Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. With the tournament entering its final weekend, Messi and Mbappé are reportedly level on …
TEARS, JOY AS ABDUCTED OYO PUPILS REUNITE WITH PARENTS AFTER 56 Days. It was a powerful moment of tears, prayers and overwhelming joy in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, as schoolchildren and teachers rescued from kidnappers finally reunited with their families after spending 56 traumatic days in captivity. The emotional reunion took place at the Ladoke Akintola …
2027 RACE: INEC RECOGNISES ATIKU, 470 ADC CANDIDATES Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections has taken another dramatic turn as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirmed its recognition of candidates submitted by the Senator David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). According to INEC, the recognised ADC leadership has …
Fake Agency Scandal: How IGP’s Special Forces Arrested Controversial DG in Osun HideoutThe high-profile fake federal agency scandal took another dramatic turn as operatives of the Nigeria Police Force’s Intelligence Response Team (IRT), operating under the Inspector-General of Police’s special tactical unit, arrested the self-acclaimed Director-General of the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC),
SPAIN STUN FRANCE TO REACH 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP FINAL Spain have booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final after producing a disciplined and clinical performance to defeat France 2-0 in a blockbuster semi-final played at Arlington, Texas.In a contest that brought together two European football powerhouses, Spain displayed composure, tactical intelligence, …
US Launches Third Night of Strikes on Iran as Trump Reimposes Naval Blockade BlacksoilTV News | International Tensions in the Middle East have escalated dramatically after the United States launched a third consecutive night of military strikes against Iranian targets, while President Donald Trump announced the reimposition of a U.S. naval blockade on Iran, further …
Ex-Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Reportedly Placed Under House Arrest Over Alleged Contacts with Israel. BlacksoilTV News | International Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has reportedly been placed under house arrest by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) following allegations that he maintained secret contacts with Israeli intelligence, in what could become one of the most …
Major Investment in Nigeria’s Oil Sector Signals New Hope for Economic Growth BlacksoilTV News | Business & EconomyNigeria’s oil and gas industry is receiving a significant boost as fresh investments continue to flow into the sector, raising hopes for increased crude oil production, improved energy security, and stronger economic growth. The latest investments are expected …
Deadly Attack in Benue State Sparks Outrage, Fresh Calls for ActionBlacksoilTV News | BreakingFresh grief has once again enveloped Benue State following a deadly attack that claimed multiple lives in Otukpo Local Government Area, leaving families devastated and residents demanding urgent government intervention. The attack, which occurred during the weekend, triggered protests as angry youths …
🇳🇬 BLACKSOILTV NEWSAs US, Iran Resume Hostilities Over Strait of Hormuz, Dangote to Now Sell Fuel in DollarsFresh tensions in the Middle East have reignited concerns across global energy markets as the United States and Iran resume hostilities around the strategic Strait of Hormuz—a vital shipping route through which a significant portion of the world’s …
Oriire Rescue: Has Tinubu, the Military and Police Restored Nigeria’s Global Image? The successful rescue of the pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State has sparked fresh debate over Nigeria’s security reputation and whether the operation signals a turning point for the country’s global image. After 56 days …
HISTORY MAKER: Lionel Messi Joins Elite World Cup Quarter-Final Club Lionel Messi has added yet another remarkable chapter to his legendary football career after becoming just the fourth player in FIFA World Cup history to start four quarter-final matches, cementing his place among the tournament’s greatest-ever performers. The Argentine captain achieved the milestone during Argentina’s …
