DDNews Newspaper Headlines For Today, Friday, 26th, of June, 2026 |

By Ogungbayi Adeyemi S. | adeyemi@ddnewsonline.com
Editor, DDNews |

Nigeria News

PRP Raises Concern Over State Police Plan
The Peoples Redemption Party flagged concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s administration plans to establish state police through a constitutional amendment.
Senate Passes State Police Constitutional Bill
The Senate approved an amendment to create state police across Nigeria, moving toward a dual policing structure alongside the federal police.
President Tinubu Celebrates Lagos Leaders
President Tinubu marked the birthdays of Lagos State Governor at sixty one and Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila at sixty four.
Terrorism Financing List Expanded
The federal government added individuals and entities, including a Lagos bureau de change operator, to a domestic sanctions list tied to recent US Treasury measures.
Army Warns Against Fraudulent Solicitations
The Nigerian Army alerted the public to criminals soliciting funds under the guise of Nigerian Army Day Celebration.

African News

Ivory Coast Advances in World Cup
Ivory Coast saw off Curacao to progress from the group stage for the first time in tournament history.
Pepe Breaks Drogba’s Ivory Coast Record
Pepe set a new all-time Ivory Coast scoring mark, surpassing Drogba’s record during World Cup action.
South Africa Acts on Anti-Migrant Tensions
President Ramaphosa vowed to prevent destabilisation ahead of planned anti-immigrant marches, with security deployed nationwide.
Kenya Protests Face Police Response
Protesters in Nairobi scattered as shots rang out and police deployed tear gas on a protest anniversary.
Zambia Signs Solar and Storage Agreement
Zambia partnered with a South Korean firm to develop a solar plant and battery storage system to diversify its energy mix.

International / Global News

Ecuador Defeats Germany to Advance
Ecuador beat Germany to reach the World Cup knockout phase for the second time.
Turkey Exits After Win Over USA
Turkey left the tournament despite a win over the USA, while Ivory Coast and Australia moved into the Round of Thirty Two.
Apple Raises Device Prices on AI Costs
Apple said it was increasing prices for MacBook computers, iPad tablets and other products, citing rising memory and storage costs driven by artificial intelligence.
Bonn Climate Talks End Without Breakthrough
UN climate negotiations in Bonn closed with gridlock as diplomats failed to agree on emissions cuts and adaptation funding.
US and Iran Announce Interim Agreement
The US and Iran reported an interim deal to halt conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing energy concerns.

Stock Exchange & Exchange Rates News

Naira Holds Steady Against Dollar
The naira remained stable against the US dollar in official and parallel markets as traders monitored liquidity.
SEC Clears BGL Firms to Resume Operations
The Securities and Exchange Commission approved BGL Securities, BGL Capital and BGL Asset Management to return to capital market activities.
NGX Sentiment Stays Cautious
Analysts expect Nigerian equities to remain cautious without a clear catalyst, with selective interest in banking and insurance.
European Stocks Slip on Fed Expectations
Europe’s STOXX index closed lower as expectations of imminent Federal Reserve rate moves weighed on markets.
Canadian Index Records Decline
The S&P/TSX Composite Index ended lower, marking its largest one-day drop since mid-June.

Entertainment News

Burna Boy Teams Up with Shakira for World Cup Song
Burna Boy joined Shakira on “Dai Dai,” the official song for the twenty six FIFA World Cup.
Davido to Headline AFCON Opening Concert
Nigeria’s Davido will headline the AFCON opening concert in Rabat alongside other African artists.
Serena Williams Returns in Doubles
Serena Williams came out of retirement to partner Victoria Mboko in women’s doubles at Queen’s Club.

Sports News

Messi, Mbappe and Vinicius Hold Golden Ball Positions
Messi, Mbappe and Vinicius remain in contention in the Golden Ball standings, while three other players dropped out.
Ghana Holds England to a Draw
Ghana’s Black Stars drew with England in a match that set a BBC World Cup viewership record.
Rivers Hoopers Extend Winning Run
Rivers Hoopers beat Kwara Falcons to extend their winning streak to four games.

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DDNews Newspaper Headlines For Today, Friday, 26th, of June, 2026