Nigerians in UK decry passport renewal delays, urge interior minister to intervene
Nigerians living in the United Kingdom have expressed frustration over persistent difficulties in renewing international passports and obtaining new ones for their children, alleging that the process has become increasingly cumbersome despite recent reforms by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).
Ekiti poll: Oyebanji’s victory reflects people’s confidence — Gov Adeleke
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has congratulated his Ekiti counterpart, Abiodun Oyebanji, on his decisive victory in Saturday’s governorship election in the state.\
Sanwo-Olu congratulates Oyebanji on re-election victory
Sanwo-Olu, who is also the chairman of the South-West Governors Forum, said this in a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile.
Iran warns US to ‘be careful’ after Trump threat
Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Sunday warned the United States against making threats at the Islamic republic, vowing that “our armed forces are ready to respond”.
Motorists berate oil marketers over high cost of petrol despite global price drop
Many motorists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have expressed concern about the high cost of fuel despite a drop in global oil prices. According to them, many filling stations across the FCT have yet to adjust their fuel pumps to reflect the price drop. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the price […]
Video: Peller confirms payment of Jarvis’ bride price at introduction ceremony
Popular TikTok star, Habeeb Hamzat, known as Peller, has announced that he has fulfilled traditional marriage rites by paying the bride price of his partner, Elizabeth Aminata, popularly called Jarvis, during their family introduction ceremony.
DYTM describes Oborevwori as leader of vision, builder of morden Delta at 63
The Delta Youth Transformation Movement (DYTM) has congratulated the Delta State Governor Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori on the joyous occasion of his 63rd birthday. In a felicitation message signed by the President of the group, Sir. Isioma Odozi Melekwe, DYTM said the Governor’s life and leadership have continued to inspire hope, unity, and purposeful governance […]
NDLEA arrests two grandfathers for selling illicit drugs to students
Babafemi said that the first suspect was arrested by NDLEA operatives on Friday, following credible intelligence that he was selling illicit substances to young students.
Trump confirms Starmer will resign as UK Prime Minister
U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will step down from office, citing what he described as failures on immigration and energy policy.
‘No Polling Units on Social Media’ — Oyebanji fires critics
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has dismissed online criticism of his administration following his re-election victory, insisting that social media commentary has no influence on electoral outcomes.
UK’s King Charles to disclose personal tax bill — Palace
King Charles III will reveal his personal tax bill in a bid to improve transparency, Buckingham Palace confirmed to AFP on Sunday, as royal finances come under increasing public scrutiny in Britain.
Reps threaten sanctions over poor PIA implementation
Stakeholders in the Niger Delta have called for stronger monitoring and accountability in the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), particularly in the operations of Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs).
Maku rejects Nasarawa North bye-election, demands cancellation over irregularities
Maku alleged that the Returning Officer for the election failed to address the issues of fraud and manipulation raised by agents of the Labour Party.
Obasanjo, Dabiri-Erewa, RMD, others shape dialogue at Afretrade festival
By Juliet Ebirim Conversations around entrepreneurship, culture and Africa’s place in the global economy shaped discussions at the Afretrade Entrepreneur’s Festival, which drew public figures, business leaders and diaspora stakeholders to Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, from June 17 to 19, 2026. Among those who participated in the three-day gathering were former President […]
Trump threatens to strike Iran over support for Hezbollah
US President Donald Trump on Sunday threatened to strike Iran if it did not “immediately stop their highly paid PROXIES in Lebanon from causing trouble,” as peace talks started in Switzerland.
