US grants permanent residency to fugitive Ghana ex-finance minister

The United States has granted permanent residency to Ghana’s Ken Ofori-Atta, his lawyer said Tuesday, capping a saga that saw the fugitive ex-finance minister...

If you import from third-world countries, you quickly become one — Trump

United States President Donald Trump has explained the reasons for his admistration’s broader efforts to tighten immigation policies, especially on third-world countries. This was made...

‘I faced constant spiritual warfare in music industry’ – Nicki Minaj opens up

Famous rapper Nicki Minaj has claimed that there are powerful music figures making talented artists “almost invisible” if they don’t abide by their rules.  She claimed...

UK imposes 70 new sanctions on Russia

The UK is imposing a raft of new sanctions against Russia, including on tankers that transport LNG, in a bid to pressure Moscow into...

Ukraine drone hits Moscow oil refinery, triggering fire

A drone hit a major oil refinery just outside Moscow on Tuesday, triggering a fire and causing damage, Russian authorities said, as Ukraine claimed...

Trump to host Iraqi PM at White House July

United States President Donald Trump will host Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi at the White House in July, the Iraqi leader’s office and the...

Two found guilty of arson, targeting UK prime minister

A British court on Monday convicted two men of a series of arson attacks on two houses in London and a car linked to...

Nigeria’s creative industry creating jobs for youth, says EU

The European Union has highlighted the growing role of Nigeria’s creative sector in generating jobs, developing skills and creating economic opportunities for young people,...

UK names Peter Vowles new British high commissioner to Nigeria

The United Kingdom has announced the appointment of Mr Peter Vowles as the new British High Commissioner to Nigeria. This was announced in a statement...

Iran executed 18 protesters in 2026 — UN

At least 40 people have been executed in Iran on “national security grounds” since the start of the year, including 18 protesters, the United...

Appeal Court nullified my election but I’m providing conducive environment for judiciary – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday disclosed that he ensured that judicial officers got conducive environment despite losing an...

2027: We need a unifier – Dino Melaye endorses Peter Obi

Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, has thrown his weight behind Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of next year’s general...

Pantami remains party member, Gombe APC insists 

The Gombe State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has reiterated that the former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Ali Pantami, remains...

Obidient movement condemns court order to scrap ADC, four parties

The Obidient Movement has condemned a Federal High Court order directing the Independent National Electoral Commission to deregister five political parties, describing the ruling...

Kinsmen urge Oyo APC gov candidate to prioritise traditional role over political ambition

Oke-Aremo Development Forum in Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State, on Monday, urged the member representing Oyo South Senatorial District and the 2027...

PDP unveils Ogun deputy governorship candidate

The Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State has officially unveiled Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo as its deputy governorship candidate, marking a significant milestone in the party’s...

General Abdulsalami Reveals Advising Obasanjo Against 1999 Presidential Run

Former Head of State, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has disclosed that when Gen Olusegun Obasanjo came to see him after his release from prison...

Oshiomhole Alleges Forgery Of Three Senators’ Signatures On Natasha Suspension Report

The senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomhole, has alleged that the signatures of at least three senators were either forged or improperly...

10-year-old assault victim receiving treatment – Anambra commissioner

The Anambra Government has confirmed that the 10-year-old boy, who was brutally assaulted by his guardians in Awada, Obosi, in Idemili North Local Government...

Govt agencies sign MoU to expand agricultural machinery leasing

The Equipment Leasing Registration Authority and the National Agricultural Development Fund have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at expanding access to agricultural machinery...

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