Iran was not rebuilding nuclear enrichment, US intelligence finds
US intelligence has found that Iran is not reconstructing nuclear enrichment facilities destroyed in a June 2025 US-Israeli attack. This assessment contradicts President Donald Trump’s claims that Iran posed an imminent nuclear threat. Tulsi Gabbard, director of national intelligence and Trump ally, shared the findings in written testimony for the Senate’s annual threat assessment. She […]
Ethiopian Airlines resumes US route
Ethiopian Airlines is set to resume direct passenger flights between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Atlanta, USA, starting May 21, 2026. The route had been temporarily suspended since February 2026. The resumption reconnects Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, offering travelers seamless access between Africa and the United States. Ethiopian Airlines Group […]
Bomb blasts: Shettima arrives Maiduguri for on-the-spot assessment
Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived in Maiduguri on Wednesday to assess the aftermath of recent bomb blasts and offer condolences to victims. The attacks, suspected to be carried out by Boko Haram, killed about 23 people and injured hundreds. Shettima’s visit was confirmed by Stanley Nkwocha, Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communication, […]
US Embassy in Nigeria to close for Eid-el-Fitr
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has announced it will close to observe the Eid-el-Fitr holiday. The closure will allow staff to celebrate the end of Ramadan with family and friends. The embassy stated that consular services, including visa and passport processing, will be unavailable during the holiday period. Citizens and visitors are advised to […]
Ramadan: Saudi Arabia declares Friday Eid al-Fitr
Saudi Arabia’s authorities have announced that Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, will be observed on Friday. The declaration comes after the sighting of the new moon confirmed the conclusion of the holy month. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs stated that Muslims across the kingdom should prepare for prayers, celebrations, and traditional festivities. Citizens […]
Iran ex£cutes man accused of spying for Israel
Authorities in Iran have carried out the execution of a man accused of spying for Israel. The case is linked to the long-running intelligence conflict between both nations. According to state media, the man was found guilty of passing sensitive information and images of key locations to Israel’s intelligence agency. Officials said the act posed […]
Trump administration puts all US embassies on alert to brace for Iran war retaliation
The administration of Donald Trump has directed all United States embassies worldwide to heighten security amid fears of retaliation from Iran. The move comes as tensions continue to rise following ongoing military conflict in the Middle East. According to reports, US diplomatic missions have been instructed to review and strengthen their safety measures. Emergency Action […]
Tinubu’s UK visit: SERAP urges King Charles III to press Nigeria on human rights
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on King Charles III to use Bola Tinubu’s visit to the United Kingdom to address human rights concerns in Nigeria. The group said the visit presents a good opportunity to focus on accountability and the rule of law. In a letter signed by its deputy director, Kolawole […]
US govt denies US seeking to oust Cuba’s president
The United States government has denied claims that it is pushing to remove Miguel Díaz-Canel from power. The response came from Marco Rubio, who dismissed the reports as false and misleading. Rubio rejected a report by The New York Times, describing it as inaccurate. He accused unnamed sources of spreading misinformation and said the claims […]
Drug trafficking: 10 Filipino sailors, ship convicted and fined $6m for importing 20kg cocaine into Nigeria
Ten Filipino sailors and their vessel have been convicted for importing 20 kilograms of cocaine into Nigeria. The court ruling imposed a combined fine of $6 million, marking a strong stance against drug trafficking in the country. Authorities revealed that the illegal drugs were discovered onboard the ship during an inspection. The seizure highlighted ongoing […]