Nigeria is in a complete mess – Pat Utomi decries the poor state of the nation
Prominent economist and political commentator, Pat Utomi, has expressed deep concern over the current state of Nigeria, describing the country as being in a “complete mess.” He highlighted issues such as poor governance, insecurity, and economic mismanagement as major challenges facing the nation. Utomi criticized the slow pace of reforms and called on leaders to […]
Iran strikes Dubai International Airport in UAE
Operations at Dubai International Airport were temporarily suspended after a drone attack struck near the terminals on Saturday, causing panic among passengers. Airport authorities activated air defenses, and travelers were guided into train tunnels as a safety measure. Eyewitnesses reported explosions and smoke over the airport, while residents across Dubai also heard multiple blasts. Emirates […]
Popular Ghanaian socialite, Derrick Van Yeboah pleads guilty in US over $100m romance and email fraud scheme
Popular Ghanaian socialite, Derrick Van Yeboah, 40, has admitted guilt in the United States for his role in an online fraud scheme that defrauded victims of over $100 million through romance scams and business email compromise. He pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud before Judge Arun Subramanian in New York’s Southern District on […]
Iran apologises for attacking neighbouring countries, vows not to surrender to Israel and US
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has apologised to neighbouring countries for recent missile and drone strikes that affected their territories, saying Tehran did not intend to target them. He announced that Iran will halt further attacks on neighbouring states unless directly attacked from their soil, in a rare gesture amid the widening regional conflict. Pezeshkian made […]
Police Service Commission Promotes Seven AIGs To DIG Rank
The Police Service Commission has promoted seven Assistant Inspectors-General (AIGs) to Deputy Inspectors-General (DIGs) to strengthen the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force. The promotions followed merit-based assessments, including seniority, service record, and exams. The newly promoted DIGs include Zachariah Fera Achinyan, Zango Ibrahim Baba, Isyaku Mohammed, Margaret Agebe Ochalla, Mohammed Abdul Sulaiman, Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, […]
Davido’s logistics manager, Israel DMW, loses father at 71
The father of Israel DMW, Israel Afeare, has passed away at 71. The late Mr. Afeare Eric, a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police, died on March 2 in Ibadan after a brief illness. Israel DMW, an indigene of Edo State, described his father as his pillar of strength and credited him for keeping the family […]
CSO’s claims of irregularities in my NYSC, Law School attendance unfounded – Deputy Speaker, Kalu
The office of the Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has rejected allegations questioning his participation in the National Youth Service Corps and attendance at the Nigerian Law School. The claims were raised by a coalition known as the Civil Society Groups for Good Governance. In a statement, Kalu’s office described […]
Trump says Iran ‘will be hit very hard’, threatens to expand targets
Former Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch stronger attacks against Iran if tensions continue to rise. Trump made the statement in a post on his social media platform Truth Social. In the message, Trump said Iran would be “hit very hard,” suggesting that the U.S. is prepared to take stronger action […]
Russia wins first Paralympic medal in 12 years
Russia secured its first Paralympic medal in over a decade after Varvara Voronchikhina won bronze in the women’s downhill standing event in Cortina d’Ampezzo. The achievement marks the country’s first Paralympic podium finish since the 2014 Winter Paralympics. The participation of Russian athletes came after approval from the International Paralympic Committee, which allowed a limited […]
Iran says launched ‘massive’ drone strikes at Israel, US bases
Iran’s military has claimed responsibility for a large wave of drone attacks targeting Israel and several United States military bases in the Middle East. According to statements reported by the state news agency Islamic Republic News Agency, the strikes were carried out by the Iranian navy. The attacks reportedly targeted facilities in the United Arab […]