New Army Chief Visits Troops to Tackle Boko Haram Crisis
Determined to stem the tide of lingering Boko Haram/ISWAP crisis, the newly appointed Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shuaibu, has on Thursday paid a maiden Operational and…
Iran’s President Blames Government for Price Surge
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian blamed his own government for rising consumer prices on Thursday, boosting pressure on the managers of the sanctions-hit economy. The annual inflation rate stood at nearly…
Over 27,000 Drivers Arrested by FCT Road Safety Corps
The Federal Road Safety Corps FCT command said it arrested over 27,000 drivers for various road traffic offences between July and September. The Sector Commander, Mr Felix Theman, made this…
U.S. Marshals Arrest Five in €300 Million Fraud Scheme
The United States government has arrested five international fugitives wanted by Germany, which charged the individuals for their roles in a mega fraud. The criminal network, in cahoots with German…
Christian Genocide Claims: The Role of Foreign Lobbyists
The Federal Government has alleged that foreign lobbyists, particularly in the United States, are driving claims of a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria and influencing international perceptions of the country’s security…
Nigerian Army Eliminates 19 Bandits in Kano Clash
The Nigerian Army says it has killed 19 armed bandits in a gun battle in Kano State, in what marks a rare incident of violence in the commercial hub of…
PDP Welcomes Oyo Court Ruling for National Convention
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed satisfaction with the ruling of the Oyo State High Court, which granted the party permission to continue preparations for its national convention scheduled…
₦3.3 Billion Approved for Kano’s Clean Water Initiatives
The Kano State Government has approved ₦3.3 billion for the implementation of water supply and energy projects aimed at improving access to clean and safe drinking water across the state.…
EU Ministers Approve 90% Emission Cut by 2040
European Union (EU) environment ministers have approved a new plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 90 percent by 2040, following lengthy negotiations in Brussels, just weeks before the UN…
The Rise of Young Talents in UEFA Champions League
Max Dowman of Arsenal created history on Tuesday by being the first 15-year-old to participate in the UEFA Champions League, moving Lamine Yamal and Youssoufa Moukoko to second and third…
Zohran Mamdani: NYC’s First Muslim Mayor Elected
Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City in a political earthquake that will put a 34-year-old democratic socialist in charge of America’s largest city. The Independent Mirror reports…
Former Nigerian Interior Minister Warns of Possible U.S. Military Base in Nigeria
Retired Lt-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, former Chief of Army Staff and former Minister of Interior, has suggested that the United States may be positioning itself to establish a military base in…
16-year-old Nigerian emerges top in IGCSE English
A 16-year-old student of Chrisland Schools, Naomi Olayinka, has emerged as the top in the World in English as a Second Language at the 2024 Cambridge International General Certificate of…
NMCN Calls for Compassionate Care from New Graduates
The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria has charged the graduating nurses at Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, to uphold the professional ethics of the nursing profession at all times.…
China Backs Nigeria Amid U.S. Tensions Over Human Rights
The People’s Republic of China has expressed strong support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration while warning against foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs following a recent threat by U.S. President…
Asian Markets Slip as Investors Weigh Tech Rally
Asian stock markets fell on Tuesday as investors assessed the recent surge in technology shares on Wall Street amid growing fears that a market bubble may be forming. The rally…
Understanding Trump’s Threat: Nigeria’s Need for Support
The threat by former U.S. President Donald Trump to invade Nigeria if the government continues to allow the killing of Christians has stirred widespread reactions. For those who have suffered…
Tinubu Orders Withdrawal of Court Cases Against Natasha
The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to withdraw all court cases…
Rivers United Draws Title-Holders Pyramids in CAF League
Nigerian hopefuls Rivers United will face title-holders Pyramids of Egypt after the CAF Champions League group draw was made in Johannesburg on Monday. Renaissance Berkane of Morocco and Power Dynamos…
Chad’s President Orders Border Lockdown Over Security Fears
The Government of Chad has announced the immediate closure of its border with Nigeria, attributing it to security concerns following reports of alleged U.S. military plans over Christian killings and…