Maiduguri Bombings: Two states responsible for terrorism in Northeast Nigeria – CDS
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has identified residents of Borno and Yobe States as largely responsible for terrorism in the Northeast. He made the remarks after arriving in Borno following recent bombings. General Oluyede said ending terrorism requires local ownership, noting that many perpetrators come from these states and urging communities to […]
Lagos Task Force impounds eight vehicles for one-way driving in Ikorodu
The Lagos State Task Force, working with the Lagos State Mobile Court, impounded eight vehicles in Ikorodu for driving against traffic. The exercise targeted motorists who disregard traffic rules and endanger lives. The operation included on-the-spot prosecution, aiming to reduce risky driving and enhance safety for pedestrians, schoolchildren, and passengers in the area. Officials said […]
Eid-el-Fitr: Kano Censorship Board warns against indecent posters, dressing, mixing of males, females
The Kano State Censorship Board has warned commercial tricycle operators against displaying indecent pictures or writings on their vehicles during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. The Board said violators would face prosecution. The warning aims to ensure that Sallah festivities are conducted in an orderly and morally acceptable manner across Kano State. The Board also plans to […]
Lionel Messi scores 900th career goal
Inter Miami captain, Lionel Messi, reached a major milestone by scoring his 900th career goal. He achieved this during Miami’s 1-1 draw against Nashville SC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup second leg on Wednesday. Messi became only the second male footballer in history to reach 900 goals, joining Cristiano Ronaldo, who previously achieved the feat. […]
Nigeria, Vietnam have highest fuel price hikes worldwide amid Iran, US-Israel war
Nigeria and Vietnam have experienced the largest fuel price increases worldwide since the February 28, 2026, escalation of the Iran-US-Israel conflict. The war has disrupted global oil markets, pushing crude prices higher and affecting domestic pump prices. The Gulf region turmoil has caused interruptions in trade through the Strait of Hormuz and impacted Middle Eastern […]
Champions League: SuperComputer predicts trophy winners ahead of quarter-finals
The Opta SuperComputer has predicted that Arsenal has the highest chance of winning their first-ever UEFA Champions League trophy this season. The Gunners defeated Bayer Leverkusen in the Round of 16 and will face Sporting in the quarter-finals. Arsenal leads the predictions with a 29.95% probability of lifting the trophy, reflecting strong performances under Mikel […]
Kano APC gives NNPP 72 hours to retract allegations of influencing judiciary
The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has given the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and its spokesperson, Ibrahim Karaye, 72 hours to retract claims that the state government is influencing court proceedings. APC described the allegations as “false, malicious, and legally indefensible,” stressing that the Kano government under Alhaji Abba Kabir […]
UCL: England makes history after four EPL clubs eliminated from competition
England made history after four of its Premier League clubs were eliminated from the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. The exits were confirmed following second-leg fixtures played on Tuesday and Wednesday. The four clubs exiting are Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, and Newcastle United. Manchester City were defeated by Real Madrid, while Chelsea lost […]
UCL: Salah surpasses Drogba, becomes first African player to score 50 goals
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah made history on Wednesday, becoming the first African player to score 50 goals in the UEFA Champions League. He achieved the milestone in Liverpool’s 4-0 win against Galatasaray during the Round of 16 second leg. Salah scored his 50th goal in the 62nd minute with a trademark curling shot into the […]
Nigerian govt hits milestone, secures N7.4bn to deploy 7mw mini-grid in Ebonyi
The Nigerian government has reached a major milestone as an indigenous energy company secured N7.4 billion to deploy a 7-megawatt mini-grid in underserved communities of Ebonyi State. The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) confirmed the development. The financing is part of a broader N100 billion Memorandum of Understanding with a Nigerian bank. The funds aim to […]