US, Israeli agents behind deadly violence in Iran protests – Ambassador
Iran’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Gholamreza Raja, has accused the United States and Israel of being responsible for the violence that followed recent protests across several Iranian cities. Speaking with journalists at the Iranian Embassy in Abuja, Raja said the demonstrations, which began in late December 2025 over economic hardship, were initially peaceful before being hijacked […]
Out-of-school children, cultural barriers ‘hurting’ Northern Nigeria — UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised fresh concerns over the growing number of out-of-school children in Northern Nigeria, warning that poverty, insecurity and long-standing cultural practices are still denying millions their right to education. Despite years of intervention and progress, the agency says too many children remain excluded from learning, with their talents […]
UK PM Starmer visits China after Canada’s Carney trip
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has travelled to China for high-level talks, coming shortly after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit. The move signals renewed diplomatic engagement between Western nations and Beijing amid shifting global economic and political dynamics. Starmer’s visit is expected to focus on trade, investment, climate cooperation and global security issues. […]
Powerful humanitarian gesture – Trump thanks Venezuela for releasing political prisoners
United States President Donald Trump has thanked Venezuelan leaders for their recent release of political prisoners, calling it a powerful humanitarian gesture and a positive sign in relations between the two countries. Trump made the remarks on his Truth Social platform, saying he was pleased that Venezuela was freeing detainees at a “rapid rate.” The […]
Moscow mocks EU after total ban on Russian gas
Russia has mocked the European Union following its decision to impose a total ban on Russian gas imports, describing the move as a loss of Europe’s independence. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, said the decision showed that the EU had surrendered its freedom, insisting that European leaders were now acting under external pressure rather […]
Israel recovers remains of last Gaza hostage, paving way for next phase of ceasefire
Israel has announced that it has recovered the remains of the last Israeli hostage previously missing in Gaza, a development that could help move the ceasefire process forward. The Israeli military said the body of Master Sergeant Ran Gvili, a police officer taken during the October 7, 2023 attack, was found after weeks of intelligence-driven […]
Board of Peace: Trump running Gaza, world like mafia boss – David Hearst
Middle East Eye editor David Hearst has criticised U.S. President Donald Trump’s foreign policy, saying Trump runs Gaza and wider world affairs “like a mafia boss.” Hearst made the comments in an opinion article in Middle East Eye, arguing that Trump’s newly proposed “Board of Peace” initiative reflects a personal grab for power rather than […]
Israel bans Erdogan’s son, other Turkish figures over antisemitism
Israel has announced travel restrictions against the son of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and several other Turkish public figures, citing what it described as repeated antisemitic remarks and actions. Israeli authorities said the decision followed careful review of statements that allegedly crossed the line into hate speech against Jews and the Jewish state. According […]
Ukraine, US, Russia to hold security talks in UAE after Moscow negotiations
Ukrainian, United States, and Russian officials are expected to meet in the United Arab Emirates on Friday for fresh security talks aimed at finding a path toward ending the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin confirmed the planned meeting, describing it as part of ongoing diplomatic engagements following recent high-level discussions in Moscow between US representatives […]
Russia threatens retaliation over Germany’s spy claim, diplomat expulsion
World-renowned British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious road accident on Monday in Makun, Ogun State, along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Eyewitnesses said the Lexus SUV carrying Joshua struck a stationary truck near a popular filling station on the expressway while travelling with his team. The exact cause of the crash is still […]