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Xi Jinping, Trump and Khamenei

China issues stark warning to US: ‘Do not target Iran’s new leader Mojtaba Khamenei’

Michael Adesina

3 weeks ago

China emphasised that it opposes any targeting of the new leader, a stance that directly challenges recent threats by the…

Fire guts Head of Service office in Abuja

Michael Adesina

3 weeks ago

Eyewitnesses said the fire was first noticed around 8:20 a.m., with thick smoke seen billowing from a section of the…
Former Group Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited (NAPL), Maj.-Gen. Umar Mohammed,

Stealing: Appeal Court upholds conviction of ex-Army General, orders refund of over N4bn

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

The former senior officer was earlier tried and convicted by the court martial on Oct. 10, 2023 for offences bordering…
The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) has called on all its members and leaders to show maximum restraint, calm and be law-abiding before and after the ruling of the Appeal Court on the party leadership crisis schedule to be delivered today, Monday.

PDP governors speak ahead of Appeal Court ruling on leadership crisis

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

The Governors however said no ruling can erase the will of Nigerians for a fair and competitive political system.
Teenage pregnancy

Northern states lead in teenage pregnancy cases in Nigeria

Paul Dada

3 weeks ago

It showed 32 per cent of girls aged 15–19 in Kebbi had been pregnant, followed by Zamfara and Kaduna at…
Placid

IGP Disu removes Hundeyin, appoints new Police Spokesman

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 weeks ago

According to the statement, Placid, a seasoned officer with decades of service in the police, brings extensive experience spanning administration,…
Abbas

Shock as Speaker Abbas’ aide dies at 54

Paul Dada

4 weeks ago

The Speaker recalled that the late aide was active only hours before his death, having joined him and colleagues for…
Ooni

Ooni sends strong message To Fani-Kayode, Jimoh Ibrahim, Adewole

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

He also hailed former Aviation Minister, Fani-Kayode, a native of Ile-Ife, on his appointment as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Germany, urging…
Britain

Britain puts powerful Aircraft Carrier on high alert amid Iran war

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

The development comes as pressure mounts on the government of Keir Starmer following criticism that Britain has been slow to…
Sanwo-Olu

Sanwo-Olu declares Lagos living proof of Africa’s vast economic possibilities

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

According to him, the state has accelerated the development of a multimodal transport system, including the commencement of passenger operations…
Katsina Govt says 18 people were killed in clashes vigilante group members and ‘repentant bandits’ in Jibia LGA of the state.

Three soldiers, 45 bandits killed in fierce Katsina gun-battle

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

Among those killed was Alti, the nephew and second-in-command to the notorious bandit leader, Adamu Alieru.
Deeper Christian Life Ministry's William Kumuyi urges Nigerian political leaders to put priorities on the people instead of politics

“Think of the people first, not politics first,” Kumuyi tells leaders

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

Kumuyi stressed the need for cooperation among religious, political and traditional leaders to promote peace and development in their communities.
IMO says no fewer than 3,000 vessels and 20,000 seafarers are stranded in Middle East over the ongoing war by the U.S. and Israel against Iran

Strait of Hormuz closed, 3000 vessels, 20,000 seafarers stranded in Middle East – IMO

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

IMO disclosed that the Strait of Hormuz was closed after a tugboat assisting another vessel in the strait on Friday…
Court of Appeal upholds right of Nasir El-Rufai to fair hearing in the suit filed by the former governor against Kaduna House of Assembly.

“Unlawful, brazen self-help,” El-Rufai’s family tackles ICPC over his continued detention

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

El-Rufai has been in ICPC custody since Feb. 18, following his release by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC),…
Police recover remains of Chief Francis Igwe, the kidnapped father of ex-Ebonyi Deputy Governor, Kelechi Igwe’s father from kidnappers' den

Sad day in Ebonyi as kidnappers kill ex-deputy governor’s father

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

The ex-deputy governor’s father was kidnapped on March 1 on his way to church at Ndufu-Alike community, Ikwo local government…
Borno

Police step up security in Borno over rumoured protest

Paul Dada

4 weeks ago

“The Borno State Police Command is aware of information circulating on various social media platforms regarding a purported protest,” Daso…
President Tinubu announces conclusion of settlement agreement between Nigeria, ENI, and NAEL over disputed Oil Prospecting Licence (OPL) 245

Tinubu unlocks major deepwater investment with resolution of OPL 245 dispute

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu described the agreement as a strategic milestone in Nigeria's economic reform agenda, reaffirming the administration's commitment…
NCoS explains why it is still keeping suspended DCP Abba Kyari in custody despite his discharges in case against him by NDLEA on Thursday.

Why we’re still keeping Abba Kyari in custody – NCoS

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) had also clarified that its substantive drug trafficking case against Abba Kyari, remains…
US Troops - Iran

How 10,000 US troops escaped death as Iranian warplanes closed in on major base

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

Iranian warplanes were reportedly just two minutes away from bombing a major United States military base hosting about 10,000 troops…

ICPC under pressure as El-Rufai remand warrant expires today

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

El-Rufai has now spent 17 days in detention since he voluntarily honoured an invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes…
Tinubu

Tinubu sends powerful message to Obasanjo

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

Tinubu recalled that Obasanjo first assumed national leadership as military Head of State between 1976 and 1979, a period that…
Tinubu

Tinubu sends five-member delegation to attend Jesse Jackson’s burial

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

Jackson’s burial programme began on February 26 with a lying-in-state at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters in Chicago. Additional memorial…
Iran

Ayatollah Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba becomes Iran’s new Supreme Leader

Isa Isawade

4 weeks ago

Mojtaba is the second-eldest son of Ali Khamenei and has long been seen by observers as a potential successor.
IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu approves new posting for recently elevated Assistant Inspector Generals (AIGs) and Commissioners of Police

IGP Tunji Disu inaugurates state police committee

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

Disu made the move during his first formal engagement with senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force following his appointment…
Khamenei

Why Iran postponed Ali Khamenei’s funeral

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

The farewell ceremony, originally scheduled to hold Wednesday evening in Tehran, was called off just hours before it was due…
Iyabo Obasanjo

Ogun 2027: Iyabo Obasanjo reveals how she was ‘begged’ to contest governorship

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

The governorship aspirant who is the daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo revealed how how people reminded her of the…
Asylum abuse: Sudan, Cameroon among 4 countries affected by UK visa halt

UK announces ‘unprecedented’ visa ban on four countries

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

The Home Office described the suspension on visa claims as an “unprecedented” step, as it is the first time such…
The medical director of Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital, Lagos, Dr. Tunde Majekodunmi and two others have been suspended by the Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel over alleged negligence in the management and consequent death of 21-month-old Nkanu Adichie-Esege.

Lagos medical director, 2 others suspended over Adichie’s son death

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

They were suspended after the Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel established a prima facie case of medical negligence against…
U.S.

‘We can’t evacuate you, you are on your own’- US tells citizens in Israel as Iran conflict escalates

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

The US Embassy in Jerusalem has warned American citizens that it is “not in a position at this time to…
Fubara

Rivers: Gov Fubara unveils 9 new commissioner nominees

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

In a special notice signed by the Clerk of the House, Emeka Amadi, the nominees were directed to submit 40…
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