
Prasa Receives Unaffordable Proposals for Mainline Passenger Services
Prasa has received bids for mainline passenger rail services that are deemed financially unsustainable, with one comparison suggesting air travel would be cheaper.
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Prasa has received bids for mainline passenger rail services that are deemed financially unsustainable, with one comparison suggesting air travel would be cheaper.

South Africa's Constitutional Court has ruled that asylum seekers cannot be deported solely for lacking transit visas, affirming their right to due process.

Novak Djokovic defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-hour and 15-minute marathon, the longest Wimbledon quarter-final in history, to reach the semi-finals where he will face Jannik Sinner.

A man has been arrested in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, for allegedly impersonating a police inspector. Authorities recovered police uniforms, rank badges, insignia, and a lawyer's wig during the operation.

Argentina overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic World Cup Round of 16 clash. Egyptian coach Hassan accused officials of bias, claiming his team was cheated.

Argentina rallied from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in a controversial World Cup Round of 16 match, with Egypt's early goal disallowed by VAR. Lionel Messi was seen in tears after the win.

The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) has arrested the personal doctor of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, accusing him of facilitating a breach of court conditions tied to El-Rufai's hospital visits.

Argentina overturned a 2-0 deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the round of 16, advancing to the next stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. CAF issued a message to Egypt following the dramatic exit.

England routed India by 125 runs in the third T20 at Trent Bridge, securing a 2-0 series lead and handing India their heaviest defeat in T20 history.

Three Nigerian students — Chimdiebube Onwubiko, Onyedikachi Egejurum, and Don Anele Munachimso — won gold medals at the International STEM Olympiad in Rome, bringing global recognition to Nigeria's academic talent.

Argentina overcame a 2-0 deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match, with Lionel Messi scoring and assisting after missing a penalty. The defending champions advance to the quarterfinals.

South Africa's Constitutional Court has ruled that key provisions of the Refugees Act are unconstitutional, affirming that asylum applications cannot be rejected due to procedural delays.

The National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) has rejected a bill before the National Assembly that would reduce the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority’s share of ticket sales revenue, warning of safety risks.

Argentina survived a major scare to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup last 16, advancing to the quarterfinals after a dramatic comeback. Lionel Messi scored, becoming the first player to find the net in six consecutive World Cup knockout matches.

French footballer Kylian Mbappé has responded to racist comments made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla, following France's World Cup match. The United Nations has also condemned the remarks as dehumanizing and unacceptable.