Russia has rejected a new peace initiative proposed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to reports from officials close to the talks. The efforts to restart diplomatic talks between the two countries have stalled again, and the war seems to be moving without a clear path to resolution. Zelenskyy had recently renewed calls for direct…
The Nigerian Senate has ordered the arrest of the former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari. This is over an alleged failure to account for about ₦210 trillion flagged in audit queries covering the company’s financial records between 2017 and 2023. The order was issued by the…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Three time African champions Nigeria suffered a 2-1 defeat against Portugal Wednesday evening as they wrapped up their international friendlies in the month of June. Head coach Eric Chelle made five changes to the starting line up that drew 2-2 with Poland a week ago. Before the game kicked off, Fulham forward…
By Oluwatimilehin Fajemisin Victory’s explosive comments about Gigi Jasmine may have dominated the headlines after Episode Two of the BBNaija Season 10 reunion, but this wasn’t the only story on Tuesday night’s couch. Between a shocking confession about Koyin, a post-show hotel night, and Dede delivering the most devastating two words of the evening, Episode…
By Oluwatimilehin Fajemisin Football and entertainment fans around the world are eagerly anticipating what could become one of the most-watched live performances in history after FIFA confirmed plans for the first-ever halftime show during a FIFA World Cup final. The groundbreaking event is scheduled to take place during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on…
By Oluwatimilehin Fajemisin The Federal Government has confirmed that the first batch of Nigerians evacuated from South Africa following the recent xenophobic attacks is expected to arrive in Lagos on Thursday morning, marking the beginning of a broader repatriation exercise focused on assisting citizens that are affected by rising anti-foreigner tensions in the country. According…
By Oluwatimilehin Fajemisin Fresh debate has emerged over the future of Nigeria’s electoral system following a proposal by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele to introduce a single six-year tenure for presidents and state governors after the 2027 general elections. The proposal, which would require constitutional amendments, is expected to be considered by the 11th Senate as…
By Oluwatimilehin Fajemisin Global oil markets and geopolitical tensions spiked sharply on Wednesday as the United States and Iran engaged in a new wave of retaliatory strikes across the Middle East, raising fears of a wider regional conflict and disrupting already fragile diplomatic efforts. According to multiple international reports, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)…
By Oluwatimilehin Fajemisin The Federal Government has approved the establishment of a Presidential Task Force on Ebola Virus Disease preparedness and emerging public health threats, alongside the release of ₦10 billion to strengthen Nigeria’s national response capacity amid renewed concerns over outbreaks in parts of Africa. According to a statement from the Presidency on Tuesday,…
By Oluwatimilehin Fajemisin If Episode One of the BBNaija Season 10 reunion belonged to Thelma’s tears, Episode Two belonged to Victory’s mouth, and not in a good way. The second night of the highly anticipated ’10 Over 10′ reunion, which aired Tuesday on Africa Magic, saw housemate Victory Okokon make a series of remarks about…
