Mexico unveils 100,000-strong security deployment for World Cup
Mexico said Friday it would deploy nearly 100,000 security personnel to protect fans at the football World Cup in three host cities, one of which, Guadalajara, has been plagued by cartel violence.
Anambra: Manufacturers decry high cost of power, canvass for gas-based energy
Manufacturers in Anambra State are lamenting the high cost of diesel, fuel and other sources of power, for their day-to-day production activities. Chairman, Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Anambra, Enugu, Ebonyi Zone of South East, Nigeria, Lady (Dr.) Ada Chukwudozie, made this known yesterday, in Awka, at the forum organized for Energy Stakeholders jointly, by […]
Israeli envoy accuses Iran of sponsoring Islamic movements to spread terror in Nigeria
The envoy alleged that Tehran’s reach extends well beyond Nigeria, describing Iran’s decades-long hostility toward Israel and the West as a sustained, state-directed terror campaign.
US oil price soars over 10% after Trump demand on Iran
The price of the benchmark US oil contract soared more than 10 percent Friday on fears of extended disruption to crude supplies after President Donald Trump demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender”.
US lawmaker raises alarm over alleged attacks on Christians in Nigeria
Reacting to reports that St. Mary’s Catholic Cathedral in Wukari was set on fire on March 4, the US lawmaker opened his post with a biblical reference.
Forgery NYSC certificate allegation against Interior Minister unfounded – Force Headquarters
When contacted on the development, Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the allegations have been investigated and found to be unfounded.
Suspected herdsmen kill about 20, many missing in fresh attack on Benue communities
..it’s senseless, barbaric, unacceptable – Gov Alia By Peter Duru, Makurdi Close to 20 persons have been reportedly killed in a bloody attack on Tyungu Jam and Mbaav communities in Yaav and Mbadura Council Wards of Kwande Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State by suspected armed herdsmen. A sources in the area disclosed that […]
Terrorists kidnap 10 persons in Kwara
Terrorists during the week stormed Ifelodun Local Government Area in Kwara State, abducting 10 people in Ahun and Oro-Ago communities combined.
Katsina residents blast KEDCO for poor Ramadan power supply
According to them, despite the recent announcement of a N500 million investment to boost services within the city, the power supply is worse than before.
Ex-Man United star Lingard joins Corinthians as free agent
Corinthians are third in the Brazilian top flight after four games, with two wins, a draw, and a loss, as Lingard looks to bolster their attacking options.
Usmanu Danfodiyo University matriculates 6,505 students
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO:– In a significant boost to Nigeria’s expanding higher education landscape, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) has formally matriculated 6,505 students for the 2025/2026 academic session, underscoring its growing national relevance and institutional capacity. The matriculation ceremony, held on Wednesday, marked another milestone in the university’s steady transformation from a modest […]
