The conflict between the United States and Iran has intensified sharply after both countries exchanged another round of military strikes, widening the fighting beyond Iranian territory and raising fears of a broader regional war. The latest exchanges marked the seventh consecutive night of U.S. air operations against Iran, while Tehran retaliated by targeting U.S.-linked military…
The Federal Government has filed a 10-count terrorism charge against three men accused of orchestrating the abduction of pupils and teachers from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, as survivors continue to reveal details of their 56-day ordeal in captivity. The suspects, Abdulrazak Umar (aka Abu Khalifa), Yunusa Musa, and Shamsu Adamu…
The Yobe State Government has approved the release of ₦460.83 million to support 1,780 women entrepreneurs through a grassroots empowerment program aimed at strengthening small businesses and improving livelihoods across the state. The approval was granted during the State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Mai Mala Buni in Damaturu. According to the Commissioner for…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared alleged drug kingpin Nnamuka Kelvin Uchenna, popularly known as “Odogwu,” and three of his associates wanted over their alleged involvement in operating a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in Imo State. The agency also secured a court order freezing ₦9.84 billion linked to the suspects and obtained interim…
Arsenal defender William Saliba could be sidelined for up to five months after reports revealed he played the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a fractured back, an injury he had been managing for weeks before France’s campaign ended. The French international is now expected to undergo surgery, raising concerns over Arsenal’s defensive options ahead of…
The United States House of Representatives has approved a spending bill containing an amendment that would withhold 100 per cent of designated U.S. assistance to Nigeria until the Federal Government meets specified security and accountability conditions. The proposal, sponsored by Republican Congressman Greg Steube, raises an earlier threshold of 50 per cent and is tied…
The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has called on members of the ECOWAS Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) Network to pursue alternative funding sources to strengthen regional trade promotion and economic integration across West Africa. Speaking at the 6th Annual General Assembly of the Network in Dakar, Senegal, NEPC Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer Mrs….
Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta has emerged as one of the most sought-after forwards of the summer transfer window, with Manchester United, Atlético Madrid and Juventus all expressing interest in signing the Frenchman. Palace are reportedly willing to listen to offers in the region of £25 million as talks over a contract extension continue without…
Afrobeats superstar Davido thrilled guests with a live performance at the 60th birthday celebration of Ogun State First Lady, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, held in Lagos on Thursday. The private event brought together top government officials, business leaders and prominent figures, with videos from the celebration quickly circulating across social media. Davido delivered several of his…
Abia State is set to host a $145 million solar panel manufacturing plant following a public-private partnership between MD Nwakanma Nigeria Limited and Chinese investors, in a move expected to strengthen the state’s industrial base and expand Nigeria’s renewable energy sector. The facility will be located in Umuelele, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area, with…
