Kwara killings: Senate Urges FG to intensify Rescue efforts in Woro communities
By Henry Umoru THE Senate has urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts aimed at the safe rescue and release of all abducted women and children from Woro communities in Kwara State. The Senate has also called on the federal government to redesign and comprehensively clear the forest reserve of criminal elements and consider the […]
Ramaphosa, Putin discuss return of S. Africans fighting with Russia – Pretoria
“In this regard, teams from both sides will continue their engagements towards the finalisation of this process,” it said.
Kenya condemns use of citizens as ‘cannon fodder’ in Ukraine war
In recent weeks, mounting reports indicate that Kenyans deceived into travelling for high-paying work in Russia are dying on the battlefield, with others sustaining serious wounds.
Lokpobiri urges African nations to embrace energy mix, deepen collaboration
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Mr Heineken Lokpobiri, has urged African countries to push for a shift in global energy conversations, from an exclusive focus on energy transition to a more realistic and inclusive energy mix. Lokpobiri said Africa must be allowed to responsibly harness its oil and gas resources to tackle energy poverty […]
‘I’m open to any club’ – says Nwabali after leaving Chippa United
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has confirmed he is willing to join any club after parting ways with South African side Chippa United, making him one of the most high-profile free agents on the African market.
28 ships laden with petroleum, others to arrive Lagos ports
No fewer than 28 ships laden with petroleum products and other commodities are expected to arrive at Apapa, Tin-Can Island and Lekki Deep Sea Ports in Lagos from Feb. 10 to Feb. 19.
AstraZeneca profit jumps as cancer drug sales grow
British pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca said Tuesday that its net profit jumped 45 percent last year on strong sales of cancer drugs, as it expands its reach in the United States and China.
AFCON referee suspended over officiating errors
Tunisian referee Haitham Guirat, who officiated several matches at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, has been suspended indefinitely by the Tunisian Football Federation following a major officiating error in a domestic league fixture.
Natasha: Akpabio congratulates senators over Appeal Court judgment
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated senators following the Court of Appeal judgment upholding the six-month suspension of Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in March 2025.
U.S. official faces 100 years for helping Nigerian fraudsters launder millions
Samuel D. Marcus, a Logistics Specialist with the U.S. Department of Defense, has been arrested and charged with laundering millions of dollars for a group of Nigerian-based scammers, U.S. authorities announced.
Resignation: I’ll never walk away, says UK PM, Starmer
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has reaffirmed his commitment to his electoral mandate, declaring he will “never walk away” from fighting for the British people amid recent internal Labour Party challenges, while shifting focus to a broader battle against right-wing politics.
