Turkish court jails talent manager for ‘seeking to overthrow government’
An Istanbul court on Wednesday sentenced a prominent TV talent manager to 12.5 years behind bars for "seeking to overthrow the government" during street protests that swept Turkey in 2013, state news agency Anadolu reported.
De Zerbi leaves Marseille ‘by mutual agreement’
Marseille crashed out of the Champions League last month and were well beaten at PSG on Sunday to leave them fourth in Ligue 1.
10 strongest currencies in Africa 2026
As countries in Africa and their economies continue to evolve, some currencies remain notably stronger than others in terms of exchange rate value.
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle linked with Marseille move
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has reportedly emerged as a potential candidate for the vacant managerial position at French Ligue 1 side Olympique de Marseille.
New NNS Beecroft Commander reads riot act to maritime criminals
By Evelyn Usman New Commander of the Nigerian Navy Ship ,NNS Beecroft, Apapa, Lagos, Commodore Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, yesterday, warned criminal elements operating in Nigeria’s waterways within the Command’s Area of Responsibility to rethink their activities, promising to strengthen maritime security and intensify the fight against smuggling and other illegal operations in the nation’s maritime domain. […]
FG to begin sale of selected state-owned assets in 2026 – Finance Minister
The finance minister added that the federal government is focusing on partnerships with the private sector rather than outright public control of assets.
Stakeholders, investors to convene for W/Africa IMT in Lagos
The West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade Summit & Exhibition will convene regional and international investors, policymakers, development finance institutions, and industrial leaders at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, on 3–5 March 2026. The summit comes at a pivotal moment as West African governments move from macroeconomic stabilisation and trade reform toward execution-focused industrial growth, manufacturing […]
Nenadi-led LP praises police for arresting secretariat attack suspects
The Labour Party (LP) has expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Police for their swift response in flushing out suspected miscreants who attempted to break into its national secretariat on Tuesday night.
Electoral Act: 90% of lawmakers won’t return if elections are transparent — Sowore
According to Sowore, lawmakers are unwilling to strengthen electoral safeguards because such reforms would threaten their political survival.
Electoral Act: Senate yet to fully fix 2023 gaps, says AdvoKC
ABUJA — The AdvoKC Foundation has faulted the Senate for what it described as a failure to comprehensively address the shortcomings of the 2023 general elections, despite its recent reversal on electronic transmission of results. In a statement on Monday, the civic tech organisation acknowledged that the Senate’s decision to mandate electronic transmission of polling […]
Arik Air diverts aircraft over engine issue
Following a loud bang heard on the left engine of an Arik Air Boeing 737-700, with registration number 5N-MJF, the aircraft has been diverted to Benin Airport as a precautionary measure.
