Two non-governmental organisations have decried the ongoing attack on Makoko community, an impoverished and predominantly fishing community in Lagos

“You know, workers never come back; na why market no dey move. Even before Christmas, we suffer to sell. To see customers self na wahala.

“I believe the source of misinterpretation was a lecture I gave in the mosque on how, in August 2012, I was told that Boko Haram had targeted me for elimination.

“After careful consideration, I have decided to step away completely from the Professional Tennis Players Association”, Djokovic posted on social media.

In a statement on his X handle, the 2023 presidential candidate said the renewed wave of violence showed that Nigeria was entering the new year under the shadow of persistent insecurity.

President Donald Trump’s calls that Greenland should become part of the United States was met with international condemnation Monday

Another headline features chief executives and leading economists saying that Nigeria’s economy in 2026 is at a crossroads, with growth prospects weighed down by significant near-term risks.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has relieved the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Olanike Adeyemo, of her appointment with immediate effect. A statement issued on Monday in Ibadan by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Dr Sulaimon Olanrewaju, in Ibadan on Monday, said Adeyemo had been replaced by Prof. Musibau […]

UN said: “The deadly and treacherous U.S. military attack against Venezuela has serious implications for regional and international peace and security”

Lee has said he hopes to use his visit to harness China’s clout over North Korea to improve Seoul’s ties with Pyongyang.

“The picture is real and not AI generated as claimed. The photographer only later used Grok to improve the picture quality”

Prof Lanre Aladeitan has been appointed as the pioneer National Coordinator for the Partners for Democratic Advancement, a socio-political group which promotes civic engagement and constructive support for the reforms of President Bola Tinubu while encouraging unity, accountability, and national development. In a statement on Monday, the group’s Director of Communications & Media, Pelumi Olajengbesi, […]

Today, Nigeria is facing a similar situation. The Mambas earned their place in the Round of 16 after just one victory in three matches, which suits their underdog status.

I dedicate today’s Observatory to our guys on the touchline—the African coaches,  breaking the glass ceiling with authority and results at AFCON 2025. Take your flowers. You are representing.

The United States has denied being at war with Venezuela, insisting instead that it is enforcing a sweeping oil quarantine and targeted law enforcement actions aimed at curbing drug trafficking, foreign influence and what it describes as threats to U.S. national security.