Russian President Vladmir Putin has renewed calls for peace negotiations with Ukraine, saying that Moscow is prepared to get back to the negotiating table if discussions are based on the previous agreements they reached in Istanbul and the diplomatic understandings discussed in Anchorage. Speaking during a meeting with government officials, Putin said Russia is willing…
Nigerian music star Mr Eazi and his wife, actress and fashion influencer Temi Otedola, have shared new details about their journey to parenthood as they prepare to welcome their first child together. The celebrity couple shocked many when they revealed that they have assembled a team of nine specialist doctors to oversee the pregnancy and…
Nigeria’s long-debated push for state policing has taken a major step forward after President Bola Tinubu formally transmitted the State Police Constitution Alteration Bill to the Senate for consideration. The proposed legislation seeks to amend the 1999 Constitution and create a legal framework that would allow states to establish and operate their own police forces…
A major diplomatic breakthrough appears to be taking shape in the Middle East after the United States Senate narrowly approved a War Powers Resolution directing an end to active military hostilities against Iran, while Oman and Iran moved forward with plans to safeguard shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz. The Senate voted 50-48 in…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice Tuesday evening as Portugal beat debutants Uzbekistan 5-0 at the Houston Stadium to guarantee their place in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Portugal was held 1-1 by Congo DR in their first game of the tournament in the USA last week…
The death toll from a deadly attack on Kawel village in the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State has risen to 22, according to community leaders and emergency responders. The attack reportedly occurred late Sunday night in Mushere District, when armed assailants invaded the community and opened fire on residents. Several civilians, health workers,…
Nigeria’s Lassa fever outbreak has claimed 214 lives as health authorities report a rise in the disease’s fatality rate to 25 per cent. The Nigeria Center for Disease and Prevention (NCDC) said the increase reflects growing concern over the spread of the virus across the country. A fresh outbreak in Benue State has also claimed…
Hollywood stars Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith have once again found themselves at the center of online conversation after appearing together in Paris. The couple joined their son Jaden Smith for fashion-related events, with fan quickly turning their attention from the outfits to the pair’s body language. Videos circulating online showed Will and Jada…
A severe summer heatwave has swept across Europe, triggering red heat alerts in parts of France, Italy, and Spain as temperatures climb toward 40°C and above. The extreme weather has been linked to a large area of high pressure pulling hot air from the Sahara, creating dangerous heat conditions across western and southern Europe. Authorities…
Nigeria’s presidency has dismissed calls for President Bola Tinubu to resign amid growing concerns over economic hardship and insecurity across the country. The calls came from opposition figures, including Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) leader Peter Obi and House Minority Leader Fred Agbedi, who criticized the government’s handling of the economy, rising insecurity, and recent security…
