Israel-US strikes: Iran was never going to attack first – US officials
U.S. officials have reportedly told Congress in private briefings that there was no clear evidence Iran planned to attack American forces first. The disclosure has raised fresh questions about the reasons behind the joint Israel-US strikes. Lawmakers from both parties were briefed on the situation during a closed-door session. Earlier public statements had suggested that […]
Conflict with Iran may last four weeks – Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump has said the military campaign against Iran may last up to four weeks. In an interview with the Daily Mail, he explained that Iran’s size and military capacity mean the operation could take “four weeks or less.” His comments come as tensions continue to rise in the region. The conflict has […]
‘Japa’ not ideal for couples over 40, says Daddy Freeze
Nigerian media personality Daddy Freeze has advised married couples above 40 to think carefully before relocating abroad. Speaking on The Honest Bunch Podcast, he said “japa” may not be the best option for older couples at this time. His comments have sparked fresh conversations online. He explained that relocation should only happen if living conditions […]
Iran war: Israel orders evacuation of 50 villages in Lebanon
Israel has directed residents of about 50 towns and villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate as it launched fresh airstrikes on what it described as Hezbollah positions. The action comes as fighting linked to the wider Iran conflict enters another tense phase. Witnesses reported explosions in parts of Beirut’s southern suburbs. The Israeli military said […]
Edo: Tinubu, Save Nigeria’s Democracy From Violence — Punch Editorial
Tension is rising in Edo State after gunmen attacked the convoy of Peter Obi during a political visit to Benin City. The incident has sparked serious concern about safety ahead of the 2027 elections. Though Obi and other leaders escaped unharmed, the attack has deepened fears about growing political violence. The situation has also brought […]
UCL: Your career will be over – Mourinho warns Prestianni amid Vinicius racism row
Benfica manager Jose Mourinho has issued a strong warning to young winger Gianluca Prestianni over allegations of racist remarks toward Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. The incident reportedly happened during a Champions League clash in Lisbon on February 17. Vinicius accused Prestianni of making offensive comments, an allegation the 20-year-old has firmly denied. Despite his […]
Ayatollah Khamenei’s death: Gumi is crying – Adeyanju
Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju has criticised Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi over his reaction to the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei. Adeyanju accused Gumi and others of sympathising with extremist causes, claiming they were unhappy about the development. The Iranian leader was reportedly killed in a major air operation said to involve […]
Police arrest suspected cattle rustlers, motorcycle thieves, others in Katsina
The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested suspected cattle rustlers, motorcycle thieves and drug dealers in different operations across the state. Police said the arrests were part of renewed efforts to improve security under the leadership of Commissioner Dahiru Muhammad. According to police spokesman SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, officers intercepted a Golf 3 vehicle along […]
We’ll not negotiate with US, Trump started it’ – Iran
Iran has ruled out fresh negotiations with the United States, as senior official Ali Larijani said Tehran will not return to talks. He dismissed reports claiming Iran had approached Washington through intermediaries, insisting that such claims were not true. Larijani accused former US President Donald Trump of creating instability in the region. He said Trump’s […]