Author: Prima News

DR Congo’s French head coach Sebastien Desabre (L) celebrates with midfielder #10 Theo Bongonda after winning the match and qualifying for the World Cup during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers final playoff football match between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Jamaica at the Akron Stadium in Zapopan, Jalisco state, Mexico, on March 31, 2026. (Photo by Ulises Ruiz / AFP) DR Congo coach Sebastien Desabre said his side will try to “keep the dream alive” for their fans backhome by progressing to the World Cup last 32. Victory over already-eliminated Uzbekistan in Atlanta on Saturday will secure…

The Abia State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing accessible, affordable and quality healthcare services to residents as the renovation and upgrade of the Obingwa General Hospital, Mgboko, nears completion. Speaking during a pre-completion inspection of the facility on Thursday, the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Enoch Uche, said the hospital is one of the general hospitals undergoing extensive renovation across the state and is among those nearing completion. He added that the visit was aimed at assessing the level of work done and ensuring that the project aligns with the vision and directives of Governor Alex Otti. “We came…

Cape Verde’s remarkable FIFA World Cup journey continued on Saturday morning as the Blue Sharks secured a historic place in the Round of 32 with a goalless draw against Saudi Arabia. The African debutants finished second in Group H with three points, ahead of two-time world champions Uruguay and 2034 World Cup hosts Saudi Arabia. Their reward is a mouth-watering clash against defending champions Argentina on July 3 in Miami. Here are some of the key lessons from Cape Verde’s historic achievement: Cape Verde have proved they belong on the world stage Few gave Cape Verde a chance of progressing…

The family of late Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has become the subject of public debate after a video interview featuring his widow, StellaMaris Okafor, and three of her children went viral on social media. The interview, conducted by social media personality, King Mitchy, and posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, showed StellaMaris appealing for support as she spoke about the family’s financial struggles following the actor’s death. According to her, the family has been without electricity for two months after being disconnected over unpaid bills and now relies on well water for daily use. Her…

For many people, ageing is accompanied by familiar messages: slow down, your best years are behind you.Far from harmless clichés, these assumptions shape how societies view older persons and how people see themselves as they grow older. In many cultures, ageing is still associated with decline, dependency and withdrawal from public life. Such perceptions can influence attitudes, policies and opportunities, while also leading people to internalise ageist beliefs that ultimately limit wellbeing.‘Public narratives matter’The latest UNECE Policy Brief on Ageing, Changing the Narrative on Ageing and Older Persons, argues that the way societies talk about ageing has far-reaching consequences. Across much of…

There are burdens borne quietly, and sacrifices made far from public view. Among those who shoulder such responsibilities are seafarers, the men and women whose dedication keeps the world moving. Every year on June 25, the global maritime community marks the International Day of the Seafarer, an observance established by the International Maritime Organisation to recognise the invaluable contributions of seafarers to global commerce and human well-being. In 2026, the commemoration carries added significance under the theme “Carrying World Trade. Carrying the Risks”. The theme aptly captures the reality of millions of seafarers who spend months at sea, often under…

Salome Mikadze-Struk is no stranger to adversity. The daughter of refugees, she built a software-development business as an undergraduate at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and kept it running despite the outbreak of war in her native Ukraine. Now, she’s drawing on her experiences to mentor tech-startup founders and speak publicly about the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship.Mikadze-Struk was studying at Georgetown University, in Washington, D.C., when COVID-19 struck. Classes went online, and she moved back to Ukraine. In the midst of that disruption she saw an opportunity to develop her business idea, called Movadex, by tapping Ukraine’s pool…

The family of late comic actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has received N7.5m in donations after a public appeal over unpaid rent, school fees and poor living conditions. The update was shared on Friday by content creator King Mitchy via Instagram, two days after she posted a video showing Mr Ibu’s widow and children pleading for assistance. “First of all, I sincerely want to thank everyone who donated. Together, we were able to raise ₦7.5 million for the family. God bless every single one of you,” she wrote. According to her, the donations will be used to…

United Capital Plc has emerged as a significant shareholder in Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) after its stake reached 5 percent of the company’s issued share capital, according to a regulatory disclosure. The disclosure was made by NGX Group in a market notification signed by Group Company Secretary, Izuchukwu Akpa, in accordance with Rule 17.13 of the Nigerian Exchange Rulebook (Issuers’ Rules), which requires listed companies to notify the market whenever a shareholder reaches or exceeds the 5 percent ownership threshold. According to the filing, United Capital’s total shareholding stood at 5 percent of NGX Group’s issued share capital…

The Lagos State Special Offences Court, on Friday, set 9 July for ruling on the admissibility of extra-judicial statements credited to a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, who is facing $4.5 billion fraud charges. Trial judge Rahman Oshodi fixed the date after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and the defence over the voluntariness of the statements sought to be tendered by the prosecution. Mr Emefiele and his co-defendant, Henry Omoile, are being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of receiving gratification and making corrupt demands while serving as…