2027: Goodluck Jonathan Eligible To Contest for President – Federal High Court
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to bar former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election. Delivering its ruling, the court held that the action constituted an abuse of court process and accordingly struck out the suit in its entirety. The court further imposed a cost of […]
Five African Countries Top World Bank Borrowers, Owing $67.8 Billion
New data on global exposure patterns shows that five African countries rank among the world’s top 10 borrowers from the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA), underscoring the continent’s significant role in concessional development finance. According to the IDA’s Quarterly Financial Statements as of March 31, 2026 (unaudited), total outstanding exposure among the top 10 […]
Cleaner sentenced to 20 years imprisonment for st@bbing boyfriend to d3ath in Abuja
A Federal High Court sitting in Asokoro, Abuja, has sentenced 22-year-old Maryam Adewumi to 20 years imprisonment for the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend, 35-year-old Shallom Oliseh, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). Adewumi, a cleaner, was initially charged with culpable homicide punishable by death. However, delivering judgment, Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme ruled that […]
Eight Nigerians, 66 others arrested in Ghana anti-narcotics and crime suppression operations
The Inspector-General of Police’s Special Operations Team has arrested 74 suspects, including foreign nationals, in two separate intelligence-led operations targeting narcotics trafficking and other criminal activities in Ghana’s Upper East Region. The coordinated operations, conducted in Paga and the Navrongo Municipality, form part of intensified efforts by the Ghana Police Service to combat violent crime […]
Iran’s president orders reopening of international internet access after 87 days blackout
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the restoration of international internet access after nearly 90 days of nationwide restrictions imposed following the conflict involving the U.S. and Israel, according to Iranian state media on Monday. The report, citing the head of public relations at Iran’s Communications Ministry, said the directive had been issued, although details […]
Amotekun Arrests Fake Madman Linked To Kidnapping Network In Ondo State (VIDEO)
The Ondo State Security Network Agency, popularly known as Amotekun Corps, has arrested a man alleged to have disguised himself as a mentally unstable person while secretly engaging in kidnapping-related activities within the state. Security sources disclosed that the suspect allegedly adopted the appearance of a “madman” to move freely across communities without attracting suspicion […]
US Military Says It Has Launched New Strikes On Southern Iran
The United States military has launched fresh strikes on southern Iran, targeting missile installations and vessels allegedly attempting to deploy naval mines, according to US Central Command. In a statement, Central Command said the operation was conducted in “self-defense” and aimed at protecting American forces from threats posed by Iranian military activity. Spokesperson Capt. Tim […]
Dangote Refinery, export growth driving Nigeria’s economic resurgence
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has emerged as a key driver of Nigeria’s improving economic outlook, following the recent sovereign credit rating upgrade by S&P Global Ratings. In its latest assessment, S&P upgraded Nigeria’s long-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings to “B” from “B-”, citing stronger economic growth, improved external balances, rising crude […]
Governor Mbah Hails Enugu Rangers On 9th League Title
Governor Peter Mbah has congratulated Rangers International F.C. of Enugu on clinching their ninth Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title and the club’s second league triumph under his administration. Rangers sealed the 2025/2026 NPFL crown on Sunday with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Ikorodu City FC at the Onikan Stadium in Lagos, finishing the season […]
Messi’s Hamstring Injury Raises World Cup Concerns
Lionel Messi has raised fresh injury concerns ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Inter Miami CF confirmed the Argentine captain is dealing with left hamstring fatigue. The football superstar was forced off during Inter Miami’s thrilling 6-4 Major League Soccer win over Philadelphia Union on Sunday in Miami, intensifying concerns over his fitness […]