The Nepal flood death toll has climbed to at least 1,114, while 3,916 people remain missing after a devastating flash flood struck the Himalayan country on August 26. Nepal’s disaster authority said thousands of security personnel are involved in search and rescue operations, with nearly 12,000 people rescued so far. The scale of the Nepal…
Businessman and political commentator Isaac Fayose has sparked debate after questioning Nigerians living in the United Kingdom who continue to support President Bola Tinubu while seeking permanent opportunities abroad. In a widely shared video, Fayose challenged supporters to explain why they would praise the Nigerian government while trying to secure papers and better opportunities for…
Nigerian singer Nissi has sparked fresh debate online after claiming she is a better singer than Burna Boy, her Grammy-winning brother. The comment quickly drew attention because Burna Boy is one of Nigeria’s biggest Afrobeats stars and has built a global reputation around his distinctive voice and musical style. However, the claim is not entirely…
FIFA has backed Nigeria’s ongoing football reform process after meeting Nigerian sports officials and football stakeholders in Zurich. The talks come days after the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Ibrahim Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi and the federation’s executive committee resigned following growing criticism of Nigeria’s recent results. The crisis became more serious after the…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) have introduced a ₦4,000 one-off fee for O’Level result verification, ending the repeated payments candidates often face during the admission process. The bigger change, however, is not simply the lower cost. It is the decision to make one verified result available…
Germany has formally blamed Russia for an attempted Leipzig Airport drone attack, saying intelligence and police investigations point to Russian involvement. The drone, found on August 4 near Ukrainian cargo aircraft, was carrying explosives but was successfully defused before it could cause casualties. The accusation matters because Leipzig/Halle is not just another airport. It is…
The planned US troops withdrawal from Nigeria does not mean Washington is abandoning Abuja, according to the Defence Headquarters. The military said the departure of about 200 American personnel is linked to specific operational and counterterrorism objectives and should be seen as a routine adjustment rather than a breakdown in relations. The distinction matters because…
The biggest question facing the Argentina national team after Lionel Messi’s retirement may now have an answer. Reports from ESPN Argentina say Como midfielder Nico Paz has emerged as Lionel Scaloni’s preferred choice to inherit the famous Argentina No. 10 shirt, although the plan depends on the coach renewing his contract. The report has already…
The death of Nollywood actress Atinuke Remilekun Kareem has reopened a difficult conversation about how Nigerian actors and actresses cope with serious illnesses when treatment becomes too expensive. Kareem died after battling breast cancer, with the Ogun State chapter of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) announcing her death on…
Brent crude has climbed above $95 per barrel as renewed US-Iran tensions raise fears of disruptions to oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. Brent reached about $95.40 in early trading on Wednesday, while WTI moved above $90. For Nigeria, the immediate concern is not simply…
