< 1 mn read The US State Department announced on Friday the approval of a $2 billion arms sale package for Taiwan, which includes advanced surface-to-air missile systems and radar equipment, a move that could escalate tensions with Beijing. The package, pending Congressional approval, features several anti-aircraft systems, notably the NASAMS and 123 missiles, valued at approximately $1.16 billion. […]
< 1 mn read Israel’s top military spokesperson, Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, confirmed on Saturday morning that the country has completed its “response” to Iran’s recent attacks. In a video message shared by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), he stated: “I can now confirm that we have concluded the Israeli response to Iran’s attacks against Israel. We conducted targeted […]
< 1 mn read Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has reignited his feud with his baby mama, actress Ashabi Simple, on social media. This drama follows the recent arrival of their second child together. The controversy erupted when Ashabi shared a video on social media, portraying herself as a blessed, happy, determined, grateful, and peaceful woman. […]
< 1 mn read The Edo College Old Boys Association (ECOBA) is thrilled to announce a series of special events scheduled for December 7, 2024, in Benin City. These events aim to celebrate the rich history of Edo College, honor its distinguished alumni, and establish a foundation for the institution’s future success. Key Highlights of the Day: Commissioning of […]
2 mn read In response to the persistent failures of the national electricity grid, several state governments in the Southeast region of Nigeria are seeking alternative sources of electricity supply. The national grid has collapsed at least seven times between January and October 2024, raising serious concerns among electricity consumers and the broader public. Impact of Grid Failures […]
< 1 mn read Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has issued a stark warning against potential election rigging as the November election approaches. Accusations of Cheating In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, Trump accused the Democratic Party of “cheating” during the 2020 presidential election, claiming that significant election irregularities occurred. He stated that he, along with […]
< 1 mn read The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has announced that the local government elections conducted by the State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) on Saturday are illegal. Statements from APC Chieftain Rabi’u Bichi, a chieftain of the party, stated in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the party’s position is based […]
< 1 mn read Senators from the nineteen northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), under the Northern Senators Forum (NSF), have expressed serious concerns regarding severe power outages affecting Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa states. Key Concerns The senators attributed the outages to vandalism and disturbances in the national power grid, resulting in significant economic hardship for residents. […]
< 1 mn read Iran reported that Israeli air strikes targeting its military sites on Saturday resulted in the deaths of two soldiers. This follows Israel’s statement that its warplanes conducted “precise strikes on military targets in Iran” in retaliation for a missile barrage. What Happened The Israeli military confirmed the strikes aimed at missile manufacturing facilities and surface-to-air […]
< 1 mn read On Friday, a devastating road accident on the Kaduna-Abuja expressway resulted in the deaths of thirteen individuals, as confirmed by the Kaduna Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). According to FRSC Sector Commander Kabir Nadabo, the incident occurred around 3 PM near Olam Farm when a Toyota Hiace van, carrying eleven passengers, […]
< 1 mn read On Thursday, the United States deployed a plane equipped with medical supplies to retrieve Tigran Gambaryan, an executive of Binance Holdings Limited, from Nigeria. This development follows the Nigerian Federal Government’s decision to withdraw money laundering charges against Gambaryan, reportedly due to his ill health and diplomatic interventions. According to The New York Times, Gambaryan […]
< 1 mn read The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the tragic death of an 80-year-old woman, Mariam Salako, in a fire accident that occurred early Saturday morning at 28 Ifelodun Ago Ka area in Abeokuta. SP Omolola Odutola, the command’s spokesperson, released a statement detailing the incident. A distress call was received around 1:00 AM regarding a […]
2 mn read Following the crash of a Sikorsky SK76 helicopter operated by Eastwind Aviation near Bonny Finima off the coast of Port Harcourt, the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has announced the suspension of search operations due to diminishing daylight. The decision was made at 6:15 PM on October 25, 2024. In a statement from Mrs. Bimbo […]
< 1 mn read Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has voiced concerns regarding the “ongoing explosive escalation” in the Middle East. In a statement, she urged all parties involved to exercise restraint, cease violence, and prevent the situation from deteriorating into a catastrophic scenario. Zakharova emphasized the need to avoid provoking Iran into retaliatory actions, warning against escalating […]
< 1 mn read The Caretaker Committee Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, Benjamin Omale, has announced the establishment of a reconciliation committee aimed at addressing the concerns of aggrieved party members. This committee will tour the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state to foster unity within the party. Omale made this announcement […]
< 1 mn read The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially awarded Nigeria three points and three goals for the abandoned Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. This decision follows an investigation by the CAF Disciplinary Board into the match, which was scheduled for October 15 in Benghazi. Nigeria’s Super Eagles had withdrawn from the game due […]
2 mn read Despite ongoing efforts to enhance domestic refining capacity, Nigeria is set to continue importing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, in the short and medium term. This situation is primarily attributed to the government’s deregulation policy, the inability of modular refineries to refine petrol, financial constraints, foreign exchange issues, and the lengthy construction […]
2 mn read Just within the week, specifically on Thursday, October 24, 2024, Nigeria’s flag carrier, Air Peace, marked its 10th anniversary—a remarkable achievement by any standard in the aviation industry. Having received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in 2014, Air Peace commenced scheduled flight operations in the same year. Since then, it has exceeded expectations and has […]
< 1 mn read The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that it has executed “precise strikes on military targets in Iran” following recent tensions in the region. The strikes were described as a direct response to Iran’s ongoing attacks against Israel, particularly since October 7, which the IDF claims have occurred on seven fronts, including direct assaults from Iranian […]
2 mn read The issues raised in this piece highlight deep concerns regarding ethnic representation and governance in Nigeria under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Here’s a summarized overview of the key points: The text emphasizes that key positions within Nigeria’s security and justice systems are predominantly held by members of the Yoruba ethnic group. The implications of this […]
