Iran mobilises citizens for nationwide rallies to defy ‘enemy’s plots’
Crowds gathered in Iranian cities Tuesday after authorities called for nationwide rallies to defy enemy "plots", state television said, over two weeks into war with Israel and the United States.
Benin Traditional Council sanctions queen, chief over Peller’s visit
The Benin Traditional Council (BTC), on behalf of the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, has sanctioned a palace chief, a queen, and other individuals over breaches of palace protocol linked to the recent visit of social media influencer Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, popularly known as Peller.
Argentina withdraws from World Health Organization
Argentina formally withdrew from the World Health Organization on Tuesday, the foreign minister said, following in the path of the United States which took the same step earlier this year.
Ebonyi Assembly frowns at unlawful mining activities, summons company
By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The Ebonyi State House of Assembly has condemned the activities of miners without adhering to safety and due process in the state. The Chairman State House of Assembly Committee on Solid Mineral Development Hon Ifeanyi Nwakpu frowned at the activities of Jeo Royal Mining Company which operates without adhering to Mining […]
Nigeria’s trillion-Dollar economy aspirations takes centre stage as CBN, J.P. Morgan, IFC, Standard Chartered convene at Africa Capital Forum
The Forum was held in partnership with the Central Bank of Nigeria and key institutional partners, alongside the United Kingdom State Visit of His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Military successes alone cannot deliver enduring peace – Defence Minister
The minister explained that security challenges must be approached strategically, likening it to medical practice, where the focus is on treating the root cause of an illness rather than its symptoms.
Hezbollah denies any members in Kuwait after arrest of 16 alleged affiliates
The Iran-backed militant group called the allegations “baseless” and added: “There are no Hezbollah cells, members or networks in Kuwait.”
China suspends marathon official who blocked winner at finish line
China has suspended a marathon race official for one year after he mistakenly blocked the eventual winner from crossing the finish line at an event in Chongqing.
Emefiele’s Trial: Court orders EFCC to pay N500,000 fine over serial adjournments
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA—A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), sitting at Maitama, on Tuesday imposed a N500,000 fine on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the serial adjournments it had sought in the ongoing trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Mr. Godwin Emefiele. Trial Justice Hamza Mu’azu […]
Prevail on Seplat to recognize us, Edjeba, Esobiebi families appeal to Oborevwori, Okpe monarch
Members of Edjeba and Esobiebi families of Iriama Community in Okpe Local Government Area, have appealed to Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd) to prevail on the management of Seplat Energy PLC to recognize them as the host families to the Iriama Section […]
Sunday Igboho slams Sowore, insists on right to back Tinubu
Igboho maintained that his agitation for improved security in the South-West, as well as his support for President Bola Tinubu’s prospective second-term bid in 2027, constitute his inalienable constitutional rights.
