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Second night of protest breaks out in Turkey despite ban

The arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, has sparked significant unrest in Turkey, with protests and clashes breaking out despite a protest ban in...

London’s Heathrow Airport shuts down due to power outage

A fire at an electrical substation in Hayes, a London suburb, has caused widespread power outages and significant disruptions, including the temporary closure of...

Netanyahu fires Israel’s security chief over ‘distrust’

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Ronen Bar, the head of the Shin Bet, Israel's domestic security service, following its failure to anticipate...

Sudan army recaptures presidential palace after two years of war

The situation in Sudan remains tense as the conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continues to escalate. The...

At least 85 killed in new Israeli Gaza strikes, Hamas-run health ministry says

The recent escalation in Gaza has led to significant casualties, with at least 85 Palestinians killed in overnight Israeli airstrikes, according to Gaza's Hamas-run...

Abuja truck explosion death toll rises to eight

The FCT Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has confirmed that the death toll from the tragic accident involving a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-laden truck and...

Nigeria to roll out electronic visas to curtail corruption in immigration service

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) is set to roll out electronic visas (e-visas) as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency and reduce...

Pinnacle Oil appoints new Managing Director

Pinnacle Oil and Gas Limited, a prominent Nigerian energy solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Mrs. Adenike Labinjo as its new Managing Director/Chief...

S’South govs call for Rivers emergency rule reversal

The South-South Governors’ Forum has called for the reversal of the state of emergency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. In a...

BREAKING: Reps approve Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers, suspension of Fubara, others

The House of Representatives has approved the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, along with a six-month suspension of Governor Sim...

Abuja truck explosion: Agency urges blood donation for victims

The National Blood Service Agency (NBSA) has appealed to Nigerians, especially residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), to donate blood to help support...

Israel intercepts missile launched from Yemen

The missile launched by Houthi militants from Yemen towards Israel marks an escalation in hostilities, which comes in the context of intensified U.S. military...

William visiting UK troops on Estonia–Russia border

This article highlights Prince William’s visit to Estonia, showcasing his support for UK troops stationed there to help defend NATO’s eastern border against potential...

Rivers was safe, secure, peaceful under my watch – Fubara speaks after suspension

Embattled Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has pledged to engage all relevant institutions to ensure the stability of democracy in the state, following the...

‘We’re on track’ — Trump on Putin, Zelenskyy phone calls

President Donald Trump had a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday, a day after speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump...

Almost 70,000 South Africans interested in US asylum

Close to 70,000 South Africans have shown interest in moving to the United States following a proposal by President Donald Trump to resettle members...

State of Emergency: Tinubu did what was necessary to salvage Rivers State – AGF, Fagbemi

The Federal Government has defended its decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, with the Attorney General of the Federation and...

Dangote Refinery moves to stop fuel supply to Nigerian Market

There is growing concern in Nigeria’s downstream oil sector following reports that Dangote Refinery may halt the supply of petroleum products for the domestic...

Zelenskyy to speak with Trump after US president’s talks with Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that he would be speaking with United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday to discuss details of Trump's recent...

PDP national youth leader failing young Nigerians – Mukhtar

Adnan Mukhtar Tudunwada, a former aspirant for the Kano House of Assembly in the 2023 general elections, has openly criticized the National Youth Leader...

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