US President Donald Trump has reportedly approved a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia that could eventually allow the kingdom to enrich uranium as part […]
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Nigeria, Serbia Pledge Stronger Economic, Diplomatic Ties
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic relations with the Republic of Serbia as both countries seek to expand cooperation […]
“FG To Raise ₦729bn In Second Power-Sector Bond” — Targets Legacy Debt Clearance, Electricity Market Liquidity
The Federal Government on Tuesday unveiled plans to raise about N729bn through the second tranche of its Power Sector Multi-Instrument Issuance Programme as it intensified […]
“Tinubu Approves New Army Battalion In Kwara” — Military Formation To Strengthen Anti-Banditry, Counterterrorism Operations
President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a new Army battalion in Kwara State as part of efforts to strengthen security and intensify the […]
“I Am Not Going Anywhere” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Threatens Legal Action Over Resignation Rumour
Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Musa (retd.), on Tuesday vowed to take legal action against those behind reports of his rumoured resignation, saying he was […]
When The Bar Mirrors The Ballot
By Olufunke Baruwa I have a simple philosophy: wherever people gather (especially men), there is personal interest and profit to be made therein. Human beings […]
Zohran Mamdani says he doesn’t have authority to arrest Netanyahu, backtracks from poll promise
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has admitted that he does not have the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he […]
Ukraine recaptured 700 sq km of territory this year, outgoing commander-in-chief says
Ukraine has recaptured 700 sq km (270 sq miles) of its territory this year, outgoing Commander in Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said on Wednesday, confirming he […]
Canada calls off joint bridge-opening ceremony with US after Trump's 50% tariff announcement
A planned joint US-Canada ceremony on Friday (July 24) to celebrate the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is […]
Troops Rescue 27 Kidnap Victims, Foil Abduction Attempts In Sokoto
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 27 kidnapped victims, foiled multiple abduction attempts and recovered livestock and motorcycles during separate operations in Sokoto and […]
FG Launches Digital Training For Teachers, Targets 2,000 Educators
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to improve teacher development through digital innovation, launching a mobile learning programme expected to train at least 2,000 teachers […]
What caused Bangladesh Air Force training plane crash in school claiming 36 lives
The Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training fighter, which crashed into a school building last year in Dhaka, was struck by a suspected bird, according […]
Thirteen dead, seven missing in Chile following heavy rains, flooding, authorities say
Thirteen people are dead and seven missing after heavy rains hit much of Chile, authorities said on Tuesday, while the government said it would seek […]
Europe turns to Israeli air defenses amid rising Russian drone incursions
Foreign drones and unmanned aerial vehicles breached European airspace 144 times between August 2024 and February 2026, according to a report by the International Institute […]
Group Defends Otu, Dismisses Sandy Onor’s Criticism
A group, the Coalition of Etung Youth for Good Governance, has defended Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu against recent criticisms by former Peoples Democratic […]
FIFA World Cup: Spain face up to 30% tax on prize money; here’s what other nations have to pay
Spain, the 2026 FIFA World Cup winners, face a hefty federal tax on the $50 million prize money they received as part of their triumph […]
Protests in New York, San Jose in support of Wangchuk
Activists from a US-based advocacy group held demonstrations in New York and San Jose to express solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on […]
Nepal withdraws 3% equity tax on private education, health sectors
Nepal government on Tuesday (July 21) withdrew the 3% equity tax imposed on private education and health sectors following widespread public criticism. In a social […]
Court Jails 12 for Naira Abuse in Warri
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of 12 individuals for naira mutilation and abuse before Justice Hyeladzira Nganjiwa of the […]
Trump approves nuclear agreement that may allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium
President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear programme, […]