Nigeria receives breakthrough HIV prevention injection lenacapavir
Nigeria has received a major boost in its fight against HIV with the introduction of Lenacapavir, a long-acting prevention injection. The medication was approved by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, with support from the Global Fund. Lenacapavir is designed for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), helping people at risk of HIV infection […]
US tanker plane crashes while on a mission in war against Iran
A United States military refueling aircraft has crashed in western Iraq while supporting operations connected to the conflict with Iran. The aircraft, a KC-135 Stratotanker operated by the United States Air Force, went down during an aerial mission designed to support combat aircraft in the region. Officials confirmed that six crew members were on board […]
Comedian Broda Shaggi hospitalised after alleged shooting while filming a skit
Popular Nigerian comedian and actor Broda Shaggi has reportedly been hospitalised after an alleged shooting incident while filming a comedy skit. The entertainer, known for his viral comedy videos, was said to have been injured during the production before he was quickly rushed to a medical facility. According to early reports, the incident occurred while […]
“Marrying or dating an Nigerian man is not for the weak” – Thai woman married to Nigerian man shares her experience
A Thai woman has sparked conversations online after sharing her experience of being married to a Nigerian man. In a viral video, she jokingly said that dating or marrying a Nigerian man “is not for the weak,” explaining that cultural differences and lifestyle adjustments can sometimes be challenging. The woman noted that relationships involving people […]
No one can exclude Iran from the World Cup – Iran national football team replies Trump over World Cup warning
Iran’s national football team has fired back at United States President Donald Trump after he suggested the team shouldn’t play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup over safety concerns amid rising geopolitical tension. The team insisted that the World Cup is governed by FIFA, not by any single country, and said no one has the […]
President Trump says Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is ‘probably alive’ but may be ‘damaged’
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he believes Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is still alive but may be seriously injured following recent military strikes on Iran. Trump made the remark in a radio interview, noting the leader’s lack of recent public appearances and the intensity of attacks on Iranian leadership structures. Mojtaba […]
Persistent crises, unresolved conflicts force me to leave PDP – Gershom Bassey
Former Cross River South Senator, Gershom Bassey, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing ongoing internal crises, divisions, and unresolved conflicts. Bassey said he made the decision “with a heavy heart” due to the party’s declining unity and values. In a resignation letter dated March 12, 2026, Bassey noted that repeated conflicts within […]
2026 World Cup: Hammer blow for Nigeria – Obi Mikel calls for NFF leadership resignation
Former Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, has urged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) leadership to resign following the national team’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He described missing back-to-back tournaments as a “hammer blow” for Nigeria. Speaking on talkSPORT, Obi Mikel highlighted Nigeria’s potential, saying the country, with over 300 […]
LaLiga: Ejuke boost for Sevilla before Barcelona showdown
Chidera Ejuke has returned to training with Sevilla FC, giving the team a boost ahead of Sunday’s LaLiga match against FC Barcelona. The Nigeria international had missed Wednesday’s session due to discomfort. Ejuke participated fully in Thursday’s training, putting him in contention to feature against the league leaders at the Spotify Nou Camp. Sevilla now […]
Multiple explosions rock Iran’s capital as Israel launches fresh wave of strikes
Israel has launched a fresh wave of airstrikes on Iran’s capital, Tehran, with multiple explosions reported across the city early Friday. The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the operation on Telegram, saying it targeted Iranian state infrastructure. The military described the strikes as the start of “a wide-scale wave of attacks against the infrastructure of the […]