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  The  Government of South Sudan has turned down request by Nigerian oil firm, Oranto Petroleum to renew the Exploration and Production Sharing Agreement (EPSA) held by a for Block B3. The country’s Petroleum Ministry said this citing work programme failure by the company. Oranto Petroleum, alongside sister company Atlas Petroleum International, is a major Nigeria-based, privately held exploration group founded by billionaire Prince Arthur Eze. The Ministry said that its review found that “Oranto did not meet key work program obligations, including the completion of required seismic surveys and the drilling commitments stipulated in the agreement.” Kenyan Wall Street said in its report. It also added that the Nigerian oil company did not fulfill its financial obligations to the Government of South Sudan and related project commitments, as provided for under the EPSA framework. Founded in Nigeria in the early 1990s, Oranto Petroleum and its sister company Atlas Petroleum are so...

Nigerian businessman and s ocialite, Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-Money has congratulated content creator and streamer, Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, popularly known as Carter Efe on defeating controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, promising to honour his pledge of ₦50 million. Carter Efe defeated Portable on Friday night in a game which had all three judges rule 27–30 in favour of Efe. Portable’s loss at the Chaos in the Ring 4 event held at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, meant the end of his reign as celebrity boxing champion. E-Money reaffirmed his commitment after Balmoral Group Promotions CEO, Ezekiel Adamu, put the question to him at the end of the fight. “You know we put our money where our mouth is, and so congratulations Carter on your win. ₦50 million for you,” he said. Adamu, on his part, said the event had delivered on all its promises. “We promised Chaos in the Ring and we have delivered very entertaining fights...

S treet-hop singer and ‘Zazoo’ crooner, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has lost his celebrity boxing title to content creator and streamer, Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, popularly known as Carter Efe in a highly publicized boxing match on Friday night. The bout, which drew significant attention from fans and entertainment enthusiasts, held at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. The boxing bout delivered an intense three round contest marked by high energy and dramatic exchanges. The opening round saw both celebrities come out aggressively with Portable displaying his trademark energetic style while Efe maintained a more composed approach, focusing on controlled punches. Portable, a two-belt holder after defeating Charles Okocha and Speed Darlington in previous bouts, vowed to take a third title from Efe. “I will use you to collect my third belt. Charles Okocha was bigger than you, Speed Darlington was bigger than you, and I beat them. I will beat you now,” t...

  Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) President, Gianni Infantino has firmly confirmed that Iran will participate in the upcoming World Cup, scheduled to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This announcement came during FIFA’s 76th Congress held in Vancouver, where Infantino addressed concerns regarding Iran’s involvement, which had been cast into doubt amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Infantino stated unequivocally, “Let me start by confirming straightaway that, of course, Iran will be participating at the FIFA World Cup 2026,” emphasizing the certainty of their games being held in the United States. His comments received immediate support from the United States President, Donald Trump, who expressed his approval, stating, “Well, if Gianni said it, I’m OK,” reinforcing that Iran should indeed play. Despite Iranian officials considering relocating their matches to Mexico, Infantino dismissed this notion, affirming Iran’s commitment ...

  The National Leader of the Nafiu Bala-led faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Hon. Leke Abejide, has announced his resignation from the party. The lawmaker representing Yagba Federal Constituency of Kogi State made the announcement at a press conference in Abuja on Friday. Abejide attributed his decision to the protracted leadership crisis in the party and the legal complications that could prevent it from fielding candidates in the 2027 general elections. The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Customs and Excise said he acted on the professional advice of his counsel to secure his political future. Although Abejide did not expressly state the party he intends to join, his attire—complemented by a cap associated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC)—suggested that he may be heading to the ruling party. The former factional leader also announced that he has handed over the structure of the ADC to Bala Gombe...

  The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has suspended the Vicar of St. Paul’s Parish, Nteje, in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, Ifunaya Maduka, over allegations of staging false prophecies and miracles. Maduka was handed a six-month suspension without pay following what the church described as conduct unbecoming of an ordained priest. In a suspension letter dated April 27, 2026, the Bishop of the Diocese on the Niger, Owen Nwokolo, accused the cleric of orchestrating “arranged and manipulated” prophecies by allegedly using individuals he knew and paid, while presenting such acts as genuine manifestations of divine power. According to the bishop, the priest admitted involvement in the practice when confronted with evidence. The letter stated that the allegations raised serious ecclesiastical and moral concerns, including false prophecy, deception of the faithful, abuse of the name of God, and conduct that could amount to obtaining money under false pretence. The dio...