Six people escaped death after a trailer carrying a 40-foot container fell from the New Parts, Nkpor Bridge, along the Onitsha–Awka Expressway, Anambra State and […]
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Young Nigerians raise concerns over trust, women’s inclusion ahead of 2027 polls
The concerns were raised at Caustival 2026, a social justice arts and film festival organised by Gatefield in Abuja As political activities gradually gather momentum […]
OBITUARY: Rabe Abubakar: The army general lost to insecurity
Whether remembered as an effective communicator, an unwavering institutional loyalist or a spokesperson whose optimism sometimes outpaced realities on the ground, Mr Abubakar occupied a […]
FACTCHECK: Old video of killings in Imo recirculated as a recent attack.
Some social media users have been circulating an old video clip of the attack, which they claim happened in Imo State “recently.” Some social media […]
Iran-US war latest: Tehran disputes Trump’s claim peace deal will be signed today with ‘final decision’ to be made
Iran has said a final decision on the framework of a peace deal with the US is still under review, despite Donald Trump claiming it […]
World Cup bus set on fire as chaotic celebrations erupt in New York after Knicks win
Chaotic scenes erupted across Midtown Manhattan on Saturday night as thousands of basketball fans poured into the streets to celebrate the New York Knicks’ historic […]
Recruitment: Board releases lists of successful Immigration, Fire, NSCDC, NCoS applicants
“The general public is advised to ignore fake recruitment messages, fraudulent links and unauthorised persons claiming to represent the board.” The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire […]
SERAP sues NNPCL over ‘failure to account for ₦5.9 billion rebranding cost’
SERAP is asking the court to “direct and compel the NNPCL to provide a comprehensive reconciliation statement detailing the specific financial transactions relating to the […]
World Cup: Ghana protest Canada’s visa ban on Thomas Partey ahead of Panama clash
On Saturday, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, confirmed that the government had lodged an official protest with Canadian authorities over the decision […]
Why I handed over power to democratically-elected govt within 11 months – Abdulsalami
Abdulsalami recalled that demands for a return to civilian government came from political leaders, civil society organisations, the international community and ordinary Nigerians who had […]
How army officer convicted of sodomy avoided jail, got pardon, landed top university jobs
Twenty-nine years ago, a military court convicted this former army officer of sodomy. Eighteen years ago, the Supreme Court upheld the verdict. But he never […]
Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years
It was bedlam on Broadway as the New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years on Saturday night, with exuberant celebrations marred […]
Australia temporarily lifts ban on shark-spotting drones after attack on woman swimmer
Restrictions on drones flying over Australia’s Coogee Beach will be reviewed by a regulator so rescuers can monitor for sharks, after an attack on Saturday […]
Police avert a deadly attack in Zamfara, destroy bandits’ explosive device
According to the police, preliminary investigations indicate that the explosive device was strategically planted to target road users and commuters. The police have destroyed an […]
Downtown Geneva boards up as drastic security tightens ahead of anti-G7 protests
Scores of shops and businesses in downtown Geneva boarded up their storefronts with wooden panels ahead of planned anti-G7 protests on Sunday. French and Swiss […]
Key things to know about possible US-Iran peace deal to end Middle East war
The United States and Iran appear close to a deal to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif […]
Knicks first championship in 53 years sparks wild celebrations in New York
The Knicks won a historic championship after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night, sparking wild scenes […]
Hajj 2026: Nine states complete return airlift
About 40,000 Nigerians participated in the 2026 Hajj ritual. The return airlift of Nigerian pilgrims from Saudi Arabia has entered its 10th day, with the […]
Why I handed over power, democratically-elected govt within 11 months – Abdulsalami
Abdulsalami recalled that demands for a return to civilian government came from political leaders, civil society organisations, the international community and ordinary Nigerians who had […]
Tinubu praises Abdulsalami Abubakar, says he held the reins during uncertain times
“At a moment of profound uncertainty, when Nigeria stood at a crossroads, providence entrusted him with the responsibility of leadership. He understood both the weight […]