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…
The quarter-final lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been confirmed following a dramatic Round of 16 filled with stunning comebacks, penalty shootouts and fresh controversy both on and off the pitch. The final eight teams remaining in the tournament are France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina and Switzerland, with four blockbuster clashes…
Nigeria has received a potential boost to investor confidence after S&P Dow Jones Indices placed the country on its 2027 Country Classification Watchlist for a possible upgrade to Frontier Market status, even as the naira continued to weaken in the parallel foreign exchange market. The watchlist designation signals that international index providers are closely monitoring…
A heated session erupted in the House of Representatives after Speaker Abbas Tajudeen blocked an attempt to immediately summon President Bola Tinubu over delays in budget implementation, as lawmakers continued to grapple with the controversy surrounding a ₦1.3 billion allocation to a reportedly non-existent government body. The rowdy plenary followed a motion seeking to invite…
Military tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified once again after both countries exchanged fresh strikes around the strategic Strait of Hormuz, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to declare the interim ceasefire “over” and triggering another surge in global oil prices. The latest escalation follows renewed attacks on commercial shipping and military targets…
Former Borno State Governor Ali Modu Sheriff has stirred widespread debate after defending President Bola Tinubu’s performance in office, pointing to the President’s high-profile international engagements as evidence of growing global recognition. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Sheriff argued that Tinubu has strengthened Nigeria’s diplomatic standing by securing official invitations from…
Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has reignited the long-running “school na scam” debate after arguing that there is “some truth” to the popular phrase, citing his own financial success compared to many of his former lecturers. Speaking in an interview with media personality Joey Akan, the actor, who holds a degree in Philosophy and a diploma…
Lionel Messi admitted he was relieved after Argentina produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, overturning a two-goal deficit to beat Egypt 3-2 and book a place in the quarter-finals. The reigning champions looked on course for a shock exit after Egypt raced into a 2-0 lead. However, Argentina…
Three Nigerian students have made the country proud after winning a combined four gold medals at the International STEM Olympiad Grand Finale held in Rome, Italy, outperforming competitors from more than 150 countries in Mathematics and Science. The young champions, Onyedikachi Egejurum (11), Chimdiebube Onwubiko (13) and Don Anele Munachimso (17), represented Nigeria after emerging…
Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has escalated his long-running feud with fellow artist Odumodublvck by filing a ₦2 billion defamation claim, accusing him of making false and damaging allegations that have harmed his reputation. The legal action stems from statements made by Odumodublvck on June 29, in which he publicly referred to Blaqbonez as a “sexual abuser”…
