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 Iran and the United States held their fire Sunday, handing Gulf shipping and the oil industry a respite from missile strikes as Donald Trump’s UN envoy said the president was “giving talks some space”.Iran said it had halted retaliatory attacks against Washington’s allies in the Middle East, and US ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz told “Fox News Sunday” that, while forces remained “locked and loaded”, Trump would give negotiations

This week, Politics dominated the headlines, but it wasn’t the only story shaping public conversation.From Peter Obi, Bola Tinubu, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and Atiku Abubakar exchanging political salvos ahead of 2027, to Lionel Messi’s heartbreak after Argentina’s World Cup final defeat and Spain’s historic triumph, the week was rich with moments that sparked debate.Nigerians also weighed in on insecurity, xenophobia, technology, healthcare, corruption investigations, and even en

 The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, and the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, will headline the 7th Africa Emerging Markets Forum scheduled to hold in Abuja on July 29 and 30, 2026.The two global economic leaders are expected to feature in a high-level fireside dialogue that will focus on how African economies can navigate growing global uncertainties, sustain reform efforts, deepen regional integration and unloc

 Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has expressed grief over the killing of Assistant Superintendent of Corps II (ASC II) Aminu Eshin, a personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), who was murdered during an attack at an illegal mining site in Korokpa Village.In a condolence message issued through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the governor described the incident as tragic and deeply painful, noting that the officer lost his life in the line of duty while p

 France fought an “unpredictable” wildfire close to Bordeaux on Sunday while Spain warned of “difficult hours” in its own fiery battle, with evacuations from danger zones in both countries mounting to well over 300,000 people.The forest infernos, raging for days unchecked in France’s southwest and in central Spain near Madrid, were among the worst each nation has seen in peacetime.A firefighter of the Madrid Community battles a wildfire burning near San Martin

 The Akwa Ibom State Government has stepped up efforts to tackle flooding and improve environmental sanitation, with top officials inspecting ongoing desilting and drainage projects in flood-prone areas of the state capital.Leading the inspection team was the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, as government officials assessed the progress of remedial works aimed at reducing flood risks, preventing disease outbreaks and promoting a cleaner and healthier environment across the state.The

 The Imo State Police Command has renewed its commitment to strengthening security and fostering peaceful coexistence in Ohaji/Egbema, Oguta and Owerri West local government areas through closer collaboration with community stakeholders.The commitment was reiterated during a high-level security stakeholders’ meeting held at Gold Crown Hotels, Port Harcourt Road, Owerri, where representatives of various communities and interest groups gathered to discuss emerging security concerns and

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is our guest on today’s edition of Sunday Politics.Obi, a former Anambra State governor, will answer questions about issues affecting Nigeria as the race for the 2027 elections draws closer!Time: 8:00 PM [Nigeria time]Watch live on DSTV: 420 | Sky UK: 515 | StarTimes: 111 | GOTV: 27 The post Exclusive Interview With Peter Obi On Sunday Politics (8:00pm) appeared first on Channels Television.

 Iran said on Sunday it has halted retaliatory attacks against US allies in the Middle East after Washington stopped its strikes on the country for the past two nights.The Iranian declaration came after Washington paused a war nearing its fifth month and reports emerged that concerns over dwindling munitions were restraining plans for further escalation.First responders deploy near a heavily damaged mosque in the village of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh in southern Lebanon on July 26, 2026. (Photo by

The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) has undergone a remarkable transformation since its inception in 1991. What began as a modest competition involving home-and-away qualification matches has become one of the continent’s biggest sporting events, producing world-class footballers such as Asisat Oshoala, Perpetua Nkwocha, and Barbra Banda, who have inspired millions of young girls and reshaped the landscape of women’s football across Africa.Over the past three decades, th

 India has asked Meta to hold off launching its username feature on WhatsApp in the world’s most populous country, citing concerns over fraud and impersonation, media reports said Thursday.The move comes as authorities in India grapple with a spike in cybercrime, with scammers exploiting low digital safety awareness among millions of internet users.WhatsApp, owned by US tech giant Meta, said Monday that users worldwide would be able to connect via unique usernames instead of sharing t

 TikTok settled a lawsuit with a teenager just weeks before the company was set to go to trial in a second landmark case over whether social media companies are responsible for the harms their products might cause.The 15-year-old Florida teenager, identified only by his initials R.K.C., has accused four social media companies of harming his mental health and previously reached a settlement agreement with YouTube on June 23.This leaves only Meta and Snapchat as defendants in the trial, which

  Folarin Balogun scored but was sent off as the United States beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the last 16 of the World Cup on Wednesday.The co-hosts’ first World Cup knockout victory in nearly a quarter-century — and only their second ever — sets up a clash with Belgium in Seattle next week.Balogun’s goal on the stroke of half-time had sent the crowd in California into delirium, with some 30 million Americans expected to be watching coverage of the blo

 Youri Tielemans scored the latest winner in World Cup history as Belgium mounted an incredible comeback from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 and qualify for the last 16 of the World Cup on Wednesday.Senegal appeared on course for a first win in a World Cup knockout match since their 2002 debut after taking a 2-0 lead through strikes from Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr in Seattle.However, Belgium forced extra time as Romelu Lukaku and Tielemans scored in the final five minutes, before the

 Thomas Tuchel said England had defied the ghosts of previous major tournament disappointments by coming from behind to avoid a shock World Cup elimination at the hands of the Democratic Republic of Congo.Captain Harry Kane rescued the Three Lions with two late goals for a 2-1 win in Atlanta that sets up a meeting with co-hosts Mexico, who will have home advantage at the historic Azteca Stadium, on Sunday.England are aiming to end a 60-year wait to win a major tournament.This generation of

A human rights lawyer, Liborous Oshoma, has asked the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to prosecute ex-Minister of Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, which, according to him, is an opportunity for the APC to show they are not a “party that is inhabited by certificate forgers”. Oshoma said this on Wednesday’s edition of Channels Television’s Politics Today , hours after Nnaji was arrested by security agents.He said, “If APC wants to show that th

 The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Ilorin East/Ilorin South Federal Constituency in 2027, Abdulquawiy Olododo, has appreciated Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, party leaders, stakeholders and supporters for their contributions to his emergence as the party’s standard-bearer.In a statement in Ilorin, Olododo described his victory at the APC primaries as a collective medal for the party and the people of his constituency, noting that it reflects a shared commitment t

 The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed the arrest of a former  Minister of Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, over certificate forgery allegations. In a statement on its website on Wednesday evening, ICPC’s Head of Media and Public Communications, Okor Odey, said Nnaji was arrested “following the execution of a bench warrant issued by the Federal High Court of Nigeria”.“The arrest was effected on Wedne

The Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), Jerry Adams, has described the administration of Governor Uba Sani as a government with a human face, saying the governor’s inclusive policies, commitment to peace and support for workers have strengthened public trust and improved tax compliance across the State.Adams made the remarks while receiving the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kaduna State Council, at the KADIRS headquarters, where

 The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has suspended its withdrawal of services across Oyo State public schools following renewed engagements with the state government and assurances over measures to improve security after the abduction of teachers and learners in Oriire Local Government Area.In a statement jointly signed by the union’s Oyo State Chairman, Hassan Fatai, and Secretary, Olukayode Salami, the union announced that the suspension followed a directive from its national leader