Umahi Apologises Over Benin-sapele Road, Orders Arrest Of Contractors
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has apologised to commuters and residents of Edo and Delta states over the deplorable condition of the Benin-Sapele Road, which has caused significant hardship for road users. Umahi also ordered the arrest of the contractor, concessionaire and other persons found removing asphalt from federal roads without authorisation. The minister […]
Tinubu Celebrates Hausa Day, Calls Hausa People Pillars of Nigeria
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the Hausa people as vital pillars of Nigeria’s unity, cultural heritage and national progress as the country marks World Hausa Day. Tinubu made the remarks in a message shared on his social media account on Wednesday, August 26, as celebrations were held at the historic Daura Palace. The President […]
Massive Flood Sweeps Nepal’s Rasuwa District, Damaging Roads and Power Infrastructure
A massive flood swept through Nepal’s northern Rasuwa district on Wednesday, destroying roads, damaging power infrastructure and raising concerns over the extent of destruction in the Himalayan region. Videos from the area showed huge torrents of muddy water rushing through mountain valleys near the Chinese border, with authorities warning that several settlements may have been […]
US Army Black Hawk Crashes During Training in Colorado
A US Army MH-60 Black Hawk helicopter operated by the elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment crashed in a wooded area of the Colorado foothills west of Denver on Tuesday, with four people aboard. The helicopter, based at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and operated by the Army’s “Night Stalkers,” went down on the eastern side of […]
Troops Rescue 14 Kidnap Victims in Zamfara
Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued 14 abducted persons in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The operation, conducted on August 26, followed intelligence on suspected criminal activities around Magazu village. Troops deployed to the area encountered armed men attempting to abduct civilians, including motorists along […]
Haaland Could Leave Manchester City Despite Huge Contract
Former Manchester City defender Gareth Barry has predicted that striker Erling Haaland will eventually leave the club despite having a contract that runs until 2034. Haaland joined City in 2022 and has established himself as one of the club’s key players. However, Barry believes the Norway international could seek a new challenge later in his […]
US Suspends Immigrant Visa Processing Worldwide Amid Trump Immigration Crackdown
The United States has suspended the processing of immigrant visas at embassies and consulates worldwide as the Trump administration tightens immigration rules and increases scrutiny of applicants deemed likely to rely on government assistance. The US State Department confirmed that the suspension began at diplomatic missions in early August, saying the pause would allow for […]
US Measles Cases Hit Highest Level in More Than Three Decades
Measles cases across the United States have surged to their highest level in more than three decades, with several states declaring outbreaks and health officials raising concerns over declining vaccination rates. Maryland recorded 14 new cases this week, bringing its total for the year to 31. Twenty-seven of those infected were unvaccinated, with most cases […]
Tinubu intervention reaching poor masses and Nigerians at large – Sokoto State Governor
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu has dismissed opposition claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has failed to improve the lives of Nigerians, describing the campaign as propaganda. Aliyu spoke on Sunday at a one-day national symposium organised by the Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’a Wa’ikamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS) in Jos, Plateau State. The symposium was themed, “Enhanced Political […]
Canada Opens Recruitment For Health, Social Services And Other Skilled Workers
Canada has invited skilled professionals in the health care and social services sectors to explore immigration opportunities as the country moves to address critical workforce shortages. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the initiative in a post on X, urging qualified professionals with the required training, credentials and work experience to explore available immigration […]