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LALIGA TITLE RACE: REAL MADRID FALL SIX POINTS BEHIND BARCELONA AFTER DERBY DEFEAT. (PHOTO).

- September 21, 2026

LaLiga Title Race: Real Madrid Fall Six Points Behind Barcelona After Derby Defeat Real Madrid's pursuit of the domestic title suffered a massive setback on Sunday evening following a tense 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano. The loss leaves Jose Mourinho’s side trailing league leaders Barcelona by six points, placing immense pressure on the club early in the season. Derby Drama and a Costly Red Card The match was poised for a classic battle, with Real Madrid eager to keep pace with Barcelona, who had secured a victory against Sevilla the previous day. However, the dynamics of the derby shifted dramatically when Dean Huijsen was shown a straight red card, reducing Real Madrid to ten men. Adding insult to injury, Atletico were awarded a penalty immediately after the dismissal. Alejandro Grimaldo confidently stepped up to convert the spot-kick, putting the home side in front and leaving the visitors with a mountain to climb. Atletico Capitalize on Numerical Adv...

NIGER GOVERNOR BAGO URGES FEDERAL EXECUTIVE ORDER TO BAN MINING IN TROUBLED AREAS AFTER FATAL INCIDENT. (PHOTO).

- September 21, 2026

Niger Governor Bago Urges Federal Executive Order to Ban Mining in Troubled Areas After Fatal Incident Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has issued a fervent call for an executive order from either the Presidency or the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development to impose a ban on mining activities in specific, problematic locations across the state. This plea follows closely on the heels of a tragic incident where 37 suspected illegal miners died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). Governor Cites Enforcement Challenges and State Limitations Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme, Governor Bago highlighted the significant challenges his administration faces in enforcing mining regulations. He stressed that a stronger intervention from the Federal Government is crucial due to the inherent limitations of state authority in these matters. Addressing concerns about the presence of minors at mining sites, the governor a...

FCT POLICE CONDUCT MASSIVE RAID ON IDENTIFIED CRIME FLASHPOINTS, RECOVER KNIVES, TOY GUN, CANNABIS, ILLICIT DRUGS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

- September 21, 2026

PRESS RELEASE FCT POLICE CONDUCT MASSIVE RAID ON IDENTIFIED CRIME FLASHPOINTS, RECOVER KNIVES, TOY GUN, CANNABIS, ILLICIT DRUGS The FCT Police Command, on Saturday, 19th September 2026, conducted a massive raid on identified crime flashpoints, shanties and uncompleted buildings across the Federal Capital Territory as part of ongoing efforts to prevent crime, disrupt criminal activities and enhance the safety and security of residents. The operation, carried out across various locations, led to the raid of several identified criminal hideouts, with approximately 300 persons taken into custody for screening. Items recovered during the operation include knives, a toy gun, cannabis and other illicit drugs. The suspects are currently undergoing thorough screening and profiling. Those found to have committed offences will be appropriately charged to court in accordance with the law, while persons found to have no case to answer will be released after due screening. The Commissioner of P...