France ‘surprised’ by Trump criticism
French President Emmanuel Macron’s office said Tuesday it was “surprised” by US President Donald Trump’s criticism of France, stressing the country’s position on US military overflights had not changed. “France has not changed its position since day one,” the presidency said. “We are surprised by this tweet,” it said, referring to Trump’s social media post […]
Funke, Toyin once made peace; fans’ accusations reignited feud — Iyabo Ojo
“Honestly, all this saddened me because the sky is big enough for all. I have tried my best, but at this point, I can’t beg anyone anymore. I honestly don’t want to get involved anymore. Please, you all should respect that. When both parties are ready, they will make peace. I love them both regardless,” she said.
Tinubu writes Senate, seeks approval of ₦9trn increase to 2026 budget
By Henry Umoru ABUJA- PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has written the Senate, seeking for adjustments to the 2026 Appropriation Bill, proposing an increase of ₦9 trillion to raise the total budget from ₦58.4 trillion to ₦67.4 trillion. The request was conveyed in a letter read during Plenary on Tuesday by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio. […]
‘Resign if you can’t stop daily killings’, NRM’s Onyema tells Tinubu
2027 presidential aspirant under the National Rescue Movement (NRM), Onyemaechi Francis Nnana (also known as Francis Onyema), has called on President Bola Tinubu to resign if he cannot guarantee the security of Nigerians amid rising terrorist attacks.
APC crisis deepens in Delta as Agbarha Ward suspends 10 members
A fresh leadership crisis has rocked the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, as the Agbarha Ward in Ughelli North Local Government Area announced the suspension of 10 members over alleged anti-party activities and gross misconduct.
Senegal president signs law doubling penalty for same-sex relations
UN rights chief Volker Turk called the law “deeply worrying” after its passage in parliament and said that it “flies in the face of the sacrosanct human rights”.
Egbetokun’s reputation built on discipline, consistency, results – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to the immediate past Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, describing his career in the Nigeria Police Force as one defined by discipline, consistency, and results.
Rovers FC involved in road accident enroute Lagos for league fixture
The team bus of Rovers Football Club has been involved in a serious road accident while heading to Lagos for a Nigeria National League fixture against Sporting Lagos FC.
Next days in Iran war will be ‘decisive’ – US Defence Secretary
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that the next days of the Iran war will be “decisive” while refusing to rule out US ground forces playing a role in the conflict.
FIFA president Infantino attends Iran friendly in Turkey
The Iranian football federation has said it is “negotiating” with FIFA to relocate the country’s World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico, due to the US and Israel’s war with Iran.
Plateau killings, others must be treated as national emergency — Kwankwaso
The former minister of defence said the bloodshed represents the continuing failure of leadership and the deepening culture of impunity that has turned parts of the country into killing fields.
