Peller Palava: Queen Ewuare Hits Back At Edo Palace Chiefs
A fresh controversy has emerged in the Benin Kingdom following the visit of influencer Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, to the royal palace. The situation escalated after Queen Ewuare challenged claims that the visit was not approved. The Benin Traditional Council had earlier suspended the queen and others, accusing them of breaching palace traditions. […]
Ozoro festival: Other nations invest in women, Nigeria focus on trivialities – Peter Obi
Former Peter Obi has criticised Nigeria’s development focus, urging greater investment in women as a strategy for national growth. Obi shared his views on X, highlighting that countries like Indonesia and Bangladesh successfully leverage women’s economic contributions, while Nigeria lags behind. He noted that women in Indonesia own over half of SMEs generating most jobs, […]
2027 Kwara Guber: APC chieftain, Suleiman warns Tinubu over zoning of APC ticket
An APC chieftain, Suleiman, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu over the zoning of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket for Kwara in 2027. Suleiman argued that ignoring established zoning arrangements could create unrest within the party and weaken its unity ahead of the elections. He emphasized that zoning has historically ensured fair representation among […]
UK—Nigeria Partnership To Speed Up Deportation Of Nigerians With No Legal Rights
The United Kingdom and Nigeria have entered into a new partnership aimed at speeding up the return of Nigerians who do not have legal rights to remain in the UK. The agreement focuses on individuals such as failed asylum seekers, visa overstayers, and those convicted of certain offences under UK laws. Officials say the deal […]
Netanyahu Compares Jesus With Genghis Khan, Sparks Outrage
Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked global reactions after making a controversial comparison involving Jesus Christ and Genghis Khan during a press briefing. The Israeli leader made the remarks while defending ongoing military actions against Iran, stressing the need for strength in dealing with global threats. Referencing historian Will Durant, Netanyahu argued that moral values alone may […]
US Could ‘take Out’ Iran’s Kharg Island Any Time – White House
The United States has warned that it could strike Kharg Island at any moment, as tensions with Iran continue to rise over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The statement from the White House came after reports suggested that Donald Trump is considering options to either seize or block the island to pressure Iran […]
Insecurity: US deploys drones, troops to Nigeria
The United States has deployed drones and about 200 troops to Nigeria to assist in tackling rising insecurity, especially threats from extremist groups in the region. According to officials, the deployment includes advanced MQ-9 drones, which are being used strictly for intelligence gathering. The troops are not involved in direct combat operations on the ground. […]
Iran targets key US-UK military base in Indian Ocean with long-range missiles
Tensions in the Middle East conflict have escalated further after Iran reportedly launched long-range missiles toward a key Western military base in the Indian Ocean. The move signals a widening scope of the ongoing war. The missiles were aimed at the joint US-UK facility located on Diego Garcia, a strategic island used for military operations. […]
Domestic Refining: Petrol Price Lower In Nigeria Than US, UK, Ghana, Others
Nigeria continues to rank among countries with relatively low petrol prices, even as global energy costs rise. Recent data shows that fuel remains more affordable locally compared to several major economies and African neighbours. According to global pricing reports, petrol in Nigeria averages about $0.88 per litre. This is far below the global average, showing […]
Uk-nigeria Pact Fuels Talk Of Ekweremadu’s Return
The recent agreement between Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government and the United Kingdom has sparked new discussions about the possible return of Ike Ekweremadu to Nigeria. The deal focuses on the repatriation of Nigerians without legal status in the UK. Ekweremadu was sentenced in 2023 by a UK court after being found guilty in an organ […]