Iran targets key US-UK military base in Indian Ocean with long-range missiles
Tensions in the Middle East conflict have escalated further after Iran reportedly launched long-range missiles toward a key Western military base in the Indian Ocean. The move signals a widening scope of the ongoing war. The missiles were aimed at the joint US-UK facility located on Diego Garcia, a strategic island used for military operations. […]
Domestic Refining: Petrol Price Lower In Nigeria Than US, UK, Ghana, Others
Nigeria continues to rank among countries with relatively low petrol prices, even as global energy costs rise. Recent data shows that fuel remains more affordable locally compared to several major economies and African neighbours. According to global pricing reports, petrol in Nigeria averages about $0.88 per litre. This is far below the global average, showing […]
Uk-nigeria Pact Fuels Talk Of Ekweremadu’s Return
The recent agreement between Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government and the United Kingdom has sparked new discussions about the possible return of Ike Ekweremadu to Nigeria. The deal focuses on the repatriation of Nigerians without legal status in the UK. Ekweremadu was sentenced in 2023 by a UK court after being found guilty in an organ […]
President Trump says he is ‘not happy’ with UK prime minister for refusing to join the war on Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed disappointment with the United Kingdom over its refusal to join efforts in the ongoing Iran conflict. He said he was “not happy” and surprised by the stance taken by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Trump urged the UK to support moves aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a key […]
Iran: UK Defence minister gives only solution to rising oil price
The United Kingdom has said that calming the conflict involving Iran is the most effective way to bring global oil prices back to normal. Defence Secretary John Healey explained that tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have pushed crude oil prices close to $100 per barrel. Healey noted that reports suggest Iran may be attempting […]
War: Iran fighting like Russia, Putin’s hand is in it – UK
The United Kingdom has suggested that Vladimir Putin may be influencing Iran’s military strategy in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. UK Defence Secretary John Healey made the claim after drones targeted a Western military base in Erbil, northern Iraq. British military officials said Iranian forces and their allies are increasingly using drone tactics […]
‘Japa’ not ideal for couples over 40, says Daddy Freeze
Nigerian media personality Daddy Freeze has advised married couples above 40 to think carefully before relocating abroad. Speaking on The Honest Bunch Podcast, he said “japa” may not be the best option for older couples at this time. His comments have sparked fresh conversations online. He explained that relocation should only happen if living conditions […]
Russia claims UK and France are preparing to give Ukraine a nuclear bomb
Russia has accused the United Kingdom and France of planning to provide Ukraine with nuclear capabilities, marking another sharp escalation in rhetoric as the war enters its fourth year. Moscow’s Foreign Intelligence Service claimed London and Paris were considering giving Kyiv a nuclear or “dirty bomb” option to strengthen its position in the conflict. The […]
Judgement that ordered £420m payment to slain Enugu coal miners transmitted to UK Govt
A ruling by the Enugu State High Court ordering £420 million compensation for families of miners killed in 1949 has been officially sent to the United Kingdom government for enforcement. The judgment demands £20 million for each of the 21 victims’ families over the colonial-era killings. Legal counsel Yemi Akinseye-George confirmed that the verdict, delivered […]
Russia far from victory in Ukraine – UK
The United Kingdom has said that a Russian victory in the ongoing war in Ukraine is far from certain, despite Moscow’s continued military campaign. The statement was made on Thursday at a meeting of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), where the UK highlighted the heavy cost of the war on Russia’s […]