2027 Polls must be peaceful, Afenifere tells Politicians
The pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has called on politicians to ensure that the 2027 general elections are conducted without violence, thuggery, or character assassination.
Flood to hit Lagos, Bayelsa, Delta, Adamawa, 29 other states – FG
At risk are Abia, Adamawa, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Enugu, Gombe, Imo …
Return of the sun-mark: Young Igbo men are reclaiming the title of Ichie
For decades, the image of an Igbo Ichie was fixed: an elderly man with a silver beard, leaning on a walking stick, a repository of proverbs and dusty traditions.
‘We were robbed’ – Raphinha blasts refereeing in Barca loss to Atletico
The Catalans had a player sent off in each leg of their 3-2 aggregate defeat by Spanish rivals Atletico Madrid, with their 2-1 win on Tuesday not enough to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first leg.
Nigeria’s insecurity has reached ‘state of war’ – Arewa Forum
The forum called on the Federal Government to adopt what it described as a “wartime approach,” including the temporary suspension or scaling down of non-essential projects to concentrate resources on tackling insecurity.
FCT communities take action on climate change
By Nnasom David Residents of Mpape, Katampe, Dutse-Pe, and Dutse Alhaji communities in the Federal Capital Territory have begun taking active steps toward climate resilience following a series of grassroots awareness and training sessions aimed at strengthening local adaptation to climate change impacts. The initiative, implemented between March and April 2026 by the HipCity Innovation […]
Nigerians to benefit as Singapore to grant up to 40,000 Permanent Residency yearly
The government of Singapore has announced plans to approve up to 40,000 permanent residency (PR) applications annually over the next five years as it seeks to address mounting demographic and economic challenges.
Chelle eyes NPFL, foreign talents ahead of Unity Cup
Nigeria will defend its title at the Unity Cup, scheduled to take place in London from May 26 to 30, where it will face India, Jamaica and Zimbabwe.
Toyin Abraham denies role in alleged re-arrest of influencer Big Ayo
The rumour, which began circulating online, suggested that the actress was behind another arrest involving the influencer following their dispute in 2024.
United Nigeria Airlines hit by another bird strike
United Nigeria Airlines has recorded another bird strike, bringing the total number of such incidents involving its aircraft to five since January.
UK to crack down on illegal workers, targets employers with unlimited fines
The government of the United Kingdom has unveiled plans to intensify enforcement against illegal working, introducing stricter compliance measures targeting both employers and unauthorised workers.
Xi meets Russian FM as leaders flock to China over Middle East war
Beijing and Moscow are close economic and political partners, and the relationship has deepened further since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Troops overrun terrorists’ camps, destroy logistics in Bauchi forest
The report added that several bandits were neutralised during the operation, while others fled under sustained military pressure.
Kanye West postpones France concert after minister’s block call
“After much thought and consideration, it is my sole decision to postpone my show in Marseille, France until further notice,” the rapper wrote on X.
Amukpe–Escravos Pipeline: Rising asset value signals new stakes for Nigeria’s oil, gas sector
The Amukpe–Escravos Pipeline (AEP), a critical crude evacuation asset in Nigeria’s western Niger Delta, has come under renewed scrutiny—not only due to an ongoing transaction dispute but also because of a significant reassessment of its underlying value.
US lawmaker demands FIFA pay World Cup transport bill amid ticket hikes
“FIFA is set to reap nearly $11 billion from this summer’s World Cup, yet New York area commuters and residents are being handed the bill,” Schumer commented.
