Jul 19, 2026

Spain Beat Argentina to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup in Historic Final

Jul 19, 2026 topnews

Spain have been crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a tense final that was decided in extra time on Sunday. The thrilling encounter, played at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, saw both teams battle fiercely for more than 100 minutes before Spain finally broke the deadlock. Ferran Torres emerged as the hero for La Roja, scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time to hand Spain their second FIFA World Cup title, adding to…

Ooni of Ife Loses Elder Brother, Prince Adegboyega Ogunwusi

Jul 19, 2026 topnews

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has been thrown into mourning following the death of his elder brother, Prince Adegboyega Ogunwusi. Prince Adegboyega reportedly died in the United Kingdom after a brief illness. Although the palace has yet to issue a detailed official statement on the circumstances surrounding his death, news of the development has drawn condolences from sympathisers, traditional institutions, and well-wishers. The deceased was said to be a respected member of the Ogunwusi royal family and maintained a relatively private life away from the…

Ondo Monarch Remanded in Prison Over Alleged Land Grabbing, Court Grants ₦2m Bail

Jul 19, 2026 topnews

The Obaloja of Oba-Ile in Ondo State, Chief Olusola Michael Aderounmu, has been remanded at the Olokuta Correctional Centre by an Akure Chief Magistrate’s Court over allegations of forcefully taking possession of a disputed farmland and destroying economic crops. The monarch is facing charges bordering on alleged land grabbing, trespass, and forceful takeover of property located at Sao Family Layout Phase II along Oke-Oge Road, Eleyewo, in Akure North Local Government Area. According to the Ondo State Ministry of Justice, the disputed land originally belonged to the late Chief Daniel…