Russia launched another wave of overnight missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 10 people and injuring more than 50 others in one of the deadliest assaults on the Ukrainian capital in recent weeks. Ukrainian officials said the barrage targeted residential buildings and civilian infrastructure across multiple districts, leaving widespread destruction in its…
Nollywood actress Miriam Ogbonna has sparked a conversation about modern relationships after arguing that people who are “too smart” may struggle to build successful romantic partnerships. Ogbonna shared the controversial view online, saying that excessive intelligence can make relationships difficult because partnerships require compromise rather than the pursuit of perfection. Her comment quickly divided social…
The Super Eagles AFCON 2027 qualifiers campaign is almost here, with Nigeria set to begin its road to the tournament during the first qualification window in September. CAF has confirmed that the opening two matchdays will take place between September 21 and October 6, with Nigeria playing its first two games on September 25 and…
Nigeria’s security strategy is set for a tougher approach after the Federal Government directed troops to adopt a “shoot on sight” policy against armed bandits and terrorists, while the House of Representatives moves to outlaw the rehabilitation of captured criminal elements. Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar issued the directive during a ministerial briefing, instructing…
Regional security tensions have intensified across the Pacific after China conducted a surprise long-range missile test just hours after Australia and Fiji signed a landmark bilateral defence agreement aimed at strengthening regional security cooperation. The missile, reportedly launched from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarine with a simulated warhead, travelled across the South Pacific before landing in…
Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a major move for Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimarães, with negotiations over a deal worth more than £70 million gathering pace. The Brazil international has been Arsenal’s priority midfield target this summer, and the latest reports suggest optimism that an agreement could be reached soon. Figures between £75 million…
Marcus Rashford is expected to report for Manchester United’s pre-season training next month after no agreement was reached over a permanent summer transfer, with new manager Michael Carrick keen to assess the forward before deciding his future. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Rashford has informed Manchester United that he will return for pre-season and…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Arsenal will host promoted side Coventry City on Friday, August 21 on the opening weekend of the 2026/2027 Premier League season. The fixtures were confirmed by the Premier League on Friday with the season expected to end on 30 May 2027. Key fixtures involving top sides in the Premier League will also…
Nigeria’s monthly federal allocations have entered territory that would have seemed almost impossible a few years ago. Federation Account Allocation Committee, FAAC, distributions are now averaging more than ₦2 trillion per month, with the highest monthly distribution reaching about ₦2.8 trillion. The increase has been driven largely by changes in fuel subsidy policy, foreign exchange…
MTN Nigeria has restored its XtraTime airtime and data lending service, bringing relief to millions of prepaid subscribers who rely on the platform for emergency airtime and data purchases. The service, which had been suspended since April 2026, is now available again to eligible customers, allowing them to borrow up to ₦1,295 by dialing *303#….
