Foundation empowers community with food items, youths with tricycle
By Moses Nosike In a bid to reduce hunger, poverty and promote education in rural areas, the management of Touch of Valentine Foundation has given out 500 bags of rice, 1000 cartons of Indomie, 2000 pieces of yam with the sum of N2m cash each for ten people who are not doing anything for start-up. […]
Photos: Onitsha prepares for burial of former UN envoy, Chief Arthur Mbanefo
All arrangements have been concluded for the burial of Nigeria’s former Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Arthur Mbanefo, who died at the age of 95.
US could ‘take out’ Iran’s Kharg Island any time – White House
The United States could “take out” Iran’s Kharg island whenever it wanted, the White House said Friday, after a report that President Donald Trump’s administration was considering plans to occupy or blockade the oil hub.
Nigeria drops to 106 in 2026 World happiness ranking
Nigeria stands at 106 in the 2026 World Happiness Report, indicating a steady slip from 105 in 2025 and 102 in 2024.
Netanyahu denies offending Christians over Jesus remarks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected accusations on Friday that he had intended to offend Christians when he said the previous day that Jesus had “no advantage” over Genghis Khan.
Army nabs 53 suspected criminals, extremists in Plateau
The Nigerian Army says it has in the last 24 hours apprehended 53 suspected criminals and extremist group members during coordinated operations in Plateau.
Trump calls NATO allies ‘cowards, paper Tigers’ over Iran
US President Donald Trump on Friday branded NATO allies “cowards” for not heeding his demand for military assistance against Iran to control the Strait of Hormuz shipping route.
Coroner ‘not satisfied’ boxer Hatton intended to take own life
A coroner said Friday she “cannot be satisfied” that former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton intended to take his own life, with the inquest into his death hearing how he had made significant future plans.
FG suspends new shipping tariffs, engage stakeholders
By Godwin Oritse The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), has directed all shipping lines and their agents to suspend the recently approved tariff amid ongoing concerns raised by key industry stakeholders. In a statement by the management of the Council, all shipping lines and agencies are required to maintain the status quo […]
6 countries where students can study for free
The dream of getting a world-class education often comes with a nightmare price tag. In 2026, with the rising costs of living and tuition hikes in the US and UK, many students are looking for a “Plan B.”
Eid:Stability, peace, security of Nigeria not one man’s responsibility – Tinubu
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, on Friday in Lagos, urged citizens to continue embodying the lessons of patience, tolerance, and neighbourliness drawn from the seasons of Ramadan and Lent as a foundation for nation-building. The President, who spoke to reporters after the Eid-el-Fitr prayers at the Dodan Barrack, said the bedrock of development […]
