The Federal Government has strongly denied allegations that it spent more than ₦8 trillion outside the approved 2026 budget, dismissing the claims as a misrepresentation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s recent fiscal assessment and insisting that Nigeria does not operate a “shadow budget.” The controversy erupted after opposition figures, including former presidential candidate Peter…
At least 11 people have been killed and dozens more injured after Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone assault on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, striking more than 20 locations just days before a key NATO summit. According to Ukrainian authorities, the overnight barrage targeted residential neighborhoods, commercial buildings and critical infrastructure across the city. Rescue…
Nigeria has issued a strong diplomatic warning to South Africa following the killing of two Nigerian citizens amid renewed anti-immigrant violence, demanding a thorough investigation and justice for the victims as tensions between the two African nations continue to rise. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Federal Government condemned the…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking, arresting multiple suspects across Nigeria after uncovering cocaine and other illicit drugs concealed in fake plantains, beverage cartons and modified vehicle fuel tanks. One of the most high-profile arrests involved a 67-year-old Nigerian-British woman, identified as Mary Yetunde Barek, who was…
Hundreds of thousands of mourners flooded the streets of Tehran on Monday as Iran held one of the largest funeral processions in its modern history for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose death in U.S.-Israeli airstrikes earlier this year has further inflamed tensions across the Middle East. The procession stretched from Revolution Square toward…
MTN Nigeria’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, has defended the telecommunications giant against growing calls for a boycott following renewed anti-immigrant attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. Speaking amid public outrage over the xenophobic violence, Toriola stressed that MTN Nigeria should not be viewed simply as a South African company, arguing that it has become…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has moved swiftly to secure the future of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, agreeing to a new long-term contract that will keep the Franco-Malian tactician in charge until 2030. The extension comes amid growing reports that the Algerian Football Federation had identified Chelle as a leading candidate to take…
Political tensions ahead of the August 15 Osun State governorship election escalated on Friday after Governor Ademola Adeleke and Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu exchanged sharp remarks over allegations that suspected criminals were being sheltered inside the Government House in Osogbo. During a security meeting attended by political stakeholders, the IGP revealed that he…
Colombia booked their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after grinding out a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City, ending the Black Stars’ impressive tournament run. The decisive moment came in the 14th minute when Jhon Arias tapped home from close range after a pinpoint cross from substitute Luis Suárez,…
Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Burna Boy has added another jaw-dropping luxury car to his collection after unveiling what is being described as the world’s first one-of-one widebody Bugatti Chiron. The bespoke hypercar, built by Dubai-based luxury customization company Venuum Black, was revealed as part of Burna Boy’s 35th birthday celebrations. The project transforms the already-exclusive Bugatti…
